This Week August 3, 2022

 Dear Folks,

Hope you are enjoying this beautiful day. Keep cool the rest of the week!

Wednesday Night Concerts on the Green run through August 31. The Vitality Team is once again handing out water as a goodwill gesture to our community. Donations of bottled water would be greatly appreciated. Please put it in the Fellowship Hall, marked with “COG”. The Men's Group will also be selling hot dogs. Stop by and say hi!

This Sunday, August 7, is the Ninth Sunday after Pentecost. The scripture is Luke 12:32-40. The sermon is "Don't Be Afraid". We will be celebrating Holy Communion, so please have your elements handy. The service will be on-site and on-line.

Just a reminder that August 14 will be an outdoor service, weather permitting. It's "Favorite Place T-Shirt Sunday".

A big thank you to Aaron Corcino and all who helped with his Eagle Project. He built a blessing box for us to maintain for the community. Non-perishable food items are gladly accepted! Also, built three benches and restored the garden behind the Fellowship Hall. Great job!

The Prayer Nook has been restored in the Fellowship Hall. It's a quiet place for prayer and contemplation. Also, there is a box to put your prayers in if you would like me to lift a prayer up for you.

We are in our Season of Generosity which culminates at our “In-Gathering” Sunday on September 25. Our theme is “What HCCUCC Means to Me”. Please consider thinking and praying on this topic, jot down your thoughts and feelings, and send them to Rev. Lucille to be used in a Sunday service. Thank you!

We still need several more volunteers for the VALLEY REFUGEE RESETTLEMENT PROJECT. If you have any questions, please contact me.

The Valley food Bank at Spooner House is in need of these items: shelf stable milk and powdered milk, pancake mix and syrup, peanut butter and jelly, canned fruit and applesauce, garbanzo and navy beans, canned tuna and chicken, oatmeal and other cereals, and pasta sauce. There is a box in the Alcove and also the “wishing well” in Fellowship Hall for your donations. Please be generous!

Please continue to support HCCUCC with your contributions. Now more than ever, our mission of being the beacon of love and light on the Huntington Green and beyond is vital. Contributions sent in by mail are welcome. You can also donate on our website, www.huntingtonucc.org. Electronic Fund Transfer giving is also available. Please email the church, hcc@snet.net if you would like a form to set that up. Any way you give is a blessing and is greatly appreciated.

Let us pray. O God of the Sabbath, may we all follow your example and take time to rest, just as you did on the seventh day. Amen.

In Christ's love,

Rev. Lucille

This Week July 12, 2022

 Dear Folks,

 

Hope you are enjoying this beautiful weather!

 

This Sunday is the Sixth Sunday after Pentecost.  Deacon Sue Lindley will be giving the message.  The scripture is Romans 5:1-5.  The message is "Tag Lines".

 

To access any of our worship videos online, visit the Huntington Congregational Church United Church of Christ Facebook page and click on videos.  For YouTube, go to my channel, Lucille Fritz, and click on videos. 

 

We are in our Season of Generosity which culminates at our “In-Gathering” Sunday on September 25. Our theme is “What HCCUCC Means to Me”.  Please consider thinking and praying on this topic, jot down your thoughts and feelings, and send them to Rev. Lucille to be used in a Sunday service.  Thank you!

 

We still need several more volunteers for the VALLEY REFUGEE RESETTLEMENT PROJECT. If you have any questions, please contact me. 

 

Wednesday Night Concerts on the Green continue through August 31. The Vitality Team is once again handing out water as a goodwill gesture to our community. Donations of bottled water would be greatly appreciated. Please put water in the Fellowship Hall, marked with “COG”.  Thank you!

 

With the Concerts on the Green, the Men's Group Hot Dog season happens! Any guys out there who can help are welcome!

 

The Valley food Bank at Spooner House is in need of these items: shelf stable milk and powdered milk, pancake mix and syrup, peanut butter and jelly, canned fruit and applesauce, garbanzo and navy beans, canned tuna and chicken, oatmeal and other cereals, and pasta sauce.  There is a box in the Alcove and also the “wishing well” in Fellowship Hall for your donations.  Please be generous!

 

Please continue to support HCCUCC with your contributions.  Now more than ever, our mission of being the beacon of love and light on the Huntington Green and beyond is vital. Contributions sent in by mail are welcome. You can also donate on our website, www.huntingtonucc.org. Electronic Fund Transfer giving is also available. Please email the church, hcc@snet.net if you would like a form to set that up. Any way you give is a blessing and is greatly appreciated.

 

Let us pray.  Holy God, during these summer days, we are often taking time off from our normal routines.  We offer you our thanks that you never take time off from loving all of us and all of your creation.  Amen.

 

In Christ's love,

Rev. Lucille

This Week June 28, 2022

 Hi Folks,

 

Hope you are enjoying the day!

 

This Sunday is the Fourth Sunday after Pentecost.  The scripture is II Kings 5:1-14.  The sermon is "Just Do It".  We will be celebrating Holy Communion.  The service is on-site, and Facebook live streamed.

 

Wednesday Night Concerts on the Green will resume on July 6 and run through August 31. There will be no concert on June 29. The Vitality Team is once again handing out water as a goodwill gesture to our community. Donations of bottled water would be greatly appreciated.  Please put it in the Fellowship Hall, marked with “COG”. 

 

With the Concerts on the Green, the Men's Group's Hot Dog season is in full swing! Any guys out there who can help are welcome.

 

VALLEY REFUGEE RESETTLEMENT PROJECT needs volunteers! Tasks would include (but not limited to) teaching English as a second language, driving to appointments, setting up housing, getting supplies, and teaching driving skills. If you have any questions, please contact me or attend the Volunteer Meeting on July 9, 10 A.M. in our fellowship hall.

 

The Valley Food Bank at Spooner House is in need of these items: shelf stable milk and powdered milk, pancake mix and syrup, peanut butter and jelly, canned fruit and applesauce, garbanzo and navy beans, canned tuna and chicken, oatmeal and other cereals, and pasta sauce.  There is a box in the Alcove and also the "wishing well" in Fellowship Hall for your donations.  Please be generous!

 

Please continue to support HCCUCC with your contributions.  Now more than ever, our mission of being the beacon of love and light on the Huntington Green and beyond is vital. Contributions sent in by mail are welcome. Please consider donating at our website, www.huntingtonucc.org. Electronic Fund Transfer giving is also available. Please email the church, hcc@snet.net if you would like a form to set that up. Any way you give is a blessing and is greatly appreciated.

 

Let us pray.  Grace-filled God, may you hold us tight during trying times, giving us strength and courage to be agents of your compassion and empathy.  Amen.

 

In Christ's love,

Rev. Lucille

This Week June 21, 2022

 

Hi Folks,

 

Hope you are all well!

 

Thank you to everyone who participated in any way with our church auction.  It was a lot of fun and a great success!

 

 Wednesday Night Concerts on the Green begin tomorrow evening, June 22, and run through August 31. There will be no concert on June 29. The Vitality Team is once again handing out water as a goodwill gesture to our community. Donations of bottled water would be greatly appreciated.  Please put it in the Fellowship Hall, marked with “COG”. 

 

With the Concerts on the Green, the Men's Group's Hot Dog season begins June 22!  Any guys out there who can help, please do!

 

Our own Hannah has proven to be quite an artist!  She has shown her painting at displays in Oxford and Stamford.  Hannah will bring her artwork to HCCUCC on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, June 24, 24, & 26.  Friday and Saturday are 10 A.M. to 6 P.M.  Sunday is after worship for church folk and the public from Noon to 5 p.m.  Some proceeds will go to benefit HCCUCC.  

 

This Sunday is the Third Sunday after Pentecost.  The scripture is Luke Galatians 5:13-25.  The sermon is "Fruit of the Spirit".  The service is on-site, and Facebook live streamed.

 

VALLEY REFUGEE RESETTLEMENT PROJECT needs volunteers! Tasks would include (but not limited to) teaching English as a second language, driving to appointments, setting up housing, getting supplies, and teaching driving skills. If you have any questions, please contact: Bob Margolies at 203-400-1769 or email: rmargolies@mac.com.

 

The Valley Food Bank at Spooner House is in need of these items: shelf stable milk and powdered milk, pancake mix and syrup, peanut butter and jelly, canned fruit and applesauce, garbanzo and navy beans, canned tuna and chicken, oatmeal and other cereals, and pasta sauce.  There is a box in the Alcove and also the "wishing well" in Fellowship Hall for your donations.  Please be generous!

 

Please continue to support HCCUCC with your contributions.  Now more than ever, our mission of being the beacon of love and light on the Huntington Green and beyond is vital. Contributions sent in by mail are welcome. Please consider donating at our website, www.huntingtonucc.org. Electronic Fund Transfer giving is also available. Please email the church, hcc@snet.net if you would like a form to set that up. Any way you give is a blessing and is greatly appreciated.

 

Let us pray.  Holy One, here on this longest day, may your light of life and love shine brightly in our hearts and in your world.  Amen.

 

In Christ's love,

Rev. Lucille

This Week June 14, 2022

 

Hi Folks,

 

Hope you are all well!

 

Our Church Auction will be held on Saturday, June 18 at 6 P.M.  If you have not signed up, please do so ASAP. Contact Linda Sember.

 

This Sunday is the Second Sunday after Pentecost.  It's also Graduate Sunday and Father's Day.  The scripture is Luke 8:26-39.  The sermon is "Unseized".  The service is on-site, and Facebook live streamed.

 

VALLEY REFUGEE RESETTLEMENT PROJECT needs volunteers! Tasks would include (but not limited to) teaching English as a second language, driving to appointments, setting up housing, getting supplies, and teaching driving skills. If you have any questions, please contact the church.

 

The Valley Food Bank at Spooner House is in need of these items: shelf stable milk and powdered milk, pancake mix and syrup, peanut butter and jelly, canned fruit and applesauce, garbanzo and navy beans, canned tuna and chicken, oatmeal and other cereals, and pasta sauce.  There is a box in the Alcove and also the "wishing well" in Fellowship Hall for your donations.  Please be generous!

 

Please continue to support HCCUCC with your contributions.  Now more than ever, our mission of being the beacon of love and light on the Huntington Green and beyond is vital. Contributions sent in by mail are welcome. Please consider donating at our website, www.huntingtonucc.org. Electronic Fund Transfer giving is also available. Please email the church, hcc@snet.net if you would like a form to set that up. Any way you give is a blessing and is greatly appreciated.

 

Let us pray.  O God of love, may you fill our hearts with your compassion and generosity.  Our world is hurting; help us to be part of the healing.  Amen.

 

In Christ's love,

Rev. Lucille

This Week June 1, 2022

  

Dear Folks,

 

I hope you all had a pleasant weekend, but also did take some time to remember and give thanks for those who gave so much.

 

This Saturday, June 4, is our Tag Sale, 9 A.M. to 2 P.M.  Everyone is welcome!

 

This Sunday, June 5, is Pentecost.  We will be celebrating Holy Communion.  The scripture is Acts 2:1-21.  The sermon is "Refining Fire". The service will be on-site and Facebook live-streamed.  

 

Following Sunday's service, the Sunday School will be hosting an ice cream social in Fellowship Hall to commemorate Robert and Getrude Wilson Sunday, honoring Dairy Farmers.

 VALLEY REFUGEE RESETTLEMENT PROJECT (VRRP) - HCCUCC and other organizations and individuals will be partnering to resettle refugee families across the lower Naugatuck Valley.  For a successful outcome, will need at least 30 volunteers from across the Valley. Volunteers are required to take 3 – 2-hour online training sessions. Tasks would include (but not limited to) teaching English as a second language, driving to appointments, setting up housing, getting supplies, and teaching driving skills. If you have any questions, please contact: Bob Margolies at 203-400-1769 or email: margolies@mac.com.

 

Our Church Auction will be held on Saturday, June 18.  Material is in the Alcove or contact Linda Sember.

 

The Valley Food Bank at Spooner House is in need of these items: shelf stable milk and powdered milk, pancake mix and syrup, peanut butter and jelly, canned fruit and applesauce, garbanzo and navy beans, canned tuna and chicken, oatmeal and other cereals, and pasta sauce.  There is a box in the Alcove and also the "wishing well" in Fellowship Hall for your donations.  Please be generous!

 

Please continue to support HCCUCC with your contributions.  Now more than ever, our mission of being the beacon of love and light on the Huntington Green and beyond is vital. Contributions sent in by mail are welcome. Please consider donating at our website, www.huntingtonucc.org. Electronic Fund Transfer giving is also available. Please email the church, hcc@snet.net if you would like a form to set that up. Any way you give is a blessing and is greatly appreciated.

 

Let us pray.  O God, gather us close in your care as the troubles of the world often overwhelm us.  Remind us again of our oneness with one another and with you.  Amen.

 

In Christ's love,

Rev. Lucille