A memorial Service for Patricia J. Barta Will be held at Christ Congregation on Saturday, June 18 at 11 a.m.
CHRIST CONGREGATION
Jun e 5 and 12, 2011
Our Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday Worship: 10:00
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Pat Barta
In Memoriam
On
June 1st, about 11 a.m., our friend and sister in faith, Pat Barta died
while at home and in hospice care. Bill was with her as she departed
this earthly life. We will miss our friend and her love, laughter and
her many talents! Pat showed immense courage during her fight with
cancer and she taught us how to confront illness and death with dignity
and faith.
A celebration of Pat's life will take place at Christ Congregation on
Saturday, June 18 at 11 a.m. It is to be called "Pat's Celebration!" And
that's what we'll do --- we'll gather together and give thanks for the
life of Pat Barta.
-Jeff
On June 5, the Lord's Supper will be celebrated. The Rev. Bill Gaventa will be our worship leader.
On June 12, Sushama Austin Connor will be our worship leader.
OUR JUNE OUTREACH MINISTRY OFFERING will go to the Princeton-Trenton Crisis Ministry. Learn more at: http://www.thecrisisministry.org/
ALSO, we are collecting pennies (plus any loose change and "quiet money"
as in cash) to help Homefront an organization that helps families break
the cycle of poverty. Read more at: http://tinyurl.com/6ea27w
BOOK CLUB:
June 11, we'll be reading Blink by Malcolm Gladwell.
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a support organization called Plan-USA. Read more at: http://www.planusa.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE ABC: http://www.abc-usa.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE UCC: http://ucc.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE AB: http://www.allianceofbaptists.org/
Blessings,
Jeff
Rev. Jeffrey W. Mays, Pastor
Christ Congregation
50 Walnut Lane
Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
www.ccprinceton.org
http://sites.google.com/site/christcongprinceton/home
CHRIST CONGREGATION
May 29, 2011
Our Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday Worship: 10:00
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Congratulations to the new Eagle Scouts: Aakash, Collin and Alexander.
BSA Court of Honor, May 25, 2011 at Christ Congregation Church
LECTIONARY READINGS FOR THIS SUNDAY CAN BE READ AT:
http://tinyurl.com/3on6lkl
OUR OUTREACH MINISTRY OFFERING for May will go to the Alliance of Baptists Bridges of Hope Mission Offering. Read more at: http://tinyurl.com/3fxlskj
OUR JUNE OUTREACH MINISTRY OFFERING will go to the Princeton-Trenton Crisis Ministry. Learn more at: http://www.thecrisisministry.org/
ALSO, we are collecting pennies (plus any loose change and "quiet money" as in cash) to help Homefront an organization that helps families break the cycle of poverty. Read more at: http://tinyurl.com/6ea27w
BOOK CLUB:
June 11, we'll be reading Blink by Malcolm Gladwell.
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a support organization called Plan-USA. Read more at: http://www.planusa.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE ABC: http://www.abc-usa.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE UCC: http://ucc.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE AB: http://www.allianceofbaptists.org/
Psalm 23 for Busy People
The Lord is my Pace Setter, I shall not rush,
He makes me stop and rest for quiet intervals,
He provides me with images of stillness,
Which restore my serenity.
He leads me in ways of efficiency,
through calmness of mind; and his guidance is peace.
Even though I have a great many things to accomplish each day,
I will not fret, for his presence is here.
His timelessness, his all-importance will keep me in balance.
He prepares refreshment and renewal in the midst of my activity,
by anointing my head with his oils of tranquility,
My cup of joyous energy overflows.
Surely harmony and effectiveness shall be the fruit of my hours,
For I shall walk in the pace of my Lord,
and dwell in his house for ever.
-Toki Miyashina
Blessings,
Jeff
Rev. Jeffrey W. Mays, Pastor
Christ Congregation
50 Walnut Lane
Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
www.ccprinceton.org
http://sites.google.com/site/christcongprinceton/home
CHRIST CONGREGATION
May 15, 2011
Our Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday Worship: 10:00
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The Good Shepherd Icon
LECTIONARY READINGS FOR THIS SUNDAY CAN BE READ AT: http://tinyurl.com/5tuomow
OUR OUTREACH MINISTRY OFFERING for May will go to the Alliance of Baptists Bridges of Hope Mission Offering. Read more at: http://tinyurl.com/3fxlskj
ALSO, we are collecting pennies (plus any loose change and "quiet money" as in cash) to help Homefront an organization that helps families break the cycle of poverty. Read more at: http://tinyurl.com/6ea27w
SECOND HOUR (adult education):
(May 15) Charles, Carol, Adrian and LiErin will share experiences from their recent conference in Hawaii.
BOOK CLUB:
Saturday, May 21 beginning at 7 PM. We're reading Our Town by
Thornton Wilder. Meeting at the vicarage. Our Town was first performed
at McCarter Theatre in Princeton on January 22, 1938.
June 11, we'll be reading Blink by Malcolm Gladwell.
WESTMINSTER COMMUNITY ORCHESTRA: OPERA GALA
May 21, 2011, Saturday 8 PM. Richardson Auditorium in Alexander Hall
Princeton University. Information is posted at the church or see Keeley.
EAGLE SCOUT AWARD CEREMONY: Wednesday, May 25 at Christ Congregation, 7 P.M. Honoring Alex Foo and Collin Wiemer.
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a support organization called Plan-USA. Read more at: http://www.planusa.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE ABC: http://www.abc-usa.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE UCC: http://ucc.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE AB: http://www.allianceofbaptists.org/
Psalm 23 for Busy People
The Lord is my Pace Setter, I shall not rush,
He makes me stop and rest for quiet intervals,
He provides me with images of stillness,
Which restore my serenity.
He leads me in ways of efficiency,
through calmness of mind; and his guidance is peace.
Even though I have a great many things to accomplish each day,
I will not fret, for his presence is here.
His timelessness, his all-importance will keep me in balance.
He prepares refreshment and renewal in the midst of my activity,
by anointing my head with his oils of tranquility,
My cup of joyous energy overflows.
Surely harmony and effectiveness shall be the fruit of my hours,
For I shall walk in the pace of my Lord,
and dwell in his house for ever.
-Toki Miyashina
Blessings,
Jeff
Rev. Jeffrey W. Mays, Pastor
Christ Congregation
50 Walnut Lane
Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
www.ccprinceton.org
http://sites.google.com/site/christcongprinceton/home
CHRIST CONGREGATION
May 8, 2011
Our Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday Worship: 10:00
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Diego Velázquez (1599-1660), The Supper at Emmaus (c. 1620).
Read the poem by Denise Levertov based on this painting found at the end of this email.
LECTIONARY READINGS FOR THIS SUNDAY CAN BE READ AT: http://tinyurl.com/3pk48p5 ;
OUR OUTREACH MINISTRY OFFERING for May will go to the Alliance of Baptists Bridges of Hope Mission Offering. Read more at: http://tinyurl.com/3fxlskj
ALSO, we are collecting pennies (plus any loose change and "quiet money" as in cash) to help Homefront an organization that helps families break the cycle of poverty. Read more at: http://tinyurl.com/6ea27w
SECOND HOURS (adult education):
(May 8) Brian will share insights from one of his classes at the seminary, Crossing the Deep River.
(May 15) Charles, Carol, Adrian and LiErin will share experiences from their recent conference in Hawaii.
BOOK CLUB:
Saturday, May 21 beginning at 7 PM. We're reading Our Town by Thornton Wilder. Meeting at the vicarage. Our Town was first performed at McCarter Theatre in Princeton on January 22, 1938.
June 11, we'll be reading Blink by Malcolm Gladwell.
WESTMINSTER COMMUNITY ORCHESTRA: OPERA GALA
May 21, 2011, Saturday 8 PM. Richardson Auditorium in Alexander Hall
Princeton University. Information is posted at the church or see Keeley.
EAGLE SCOUT AWARD CEREMONY: Wednesday, May 25 at Christ Congregation, 7 P.M. Honoring Alex Foo and Collin Wiemer.
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a support organization called Plan-USA. Read more at: http://www.planusa.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE ABC: http://www.abc-usa.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE UCC: http://ucc.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE AB: http://www.allianceofbaptists.org/
"The Servant-Girl at Emmaus (After a Painting by Velázquez)"
by Denise Levertov
She listens, listens, holding
her breath. Surely that voice
is his—the one
who had looked at her, once, across the crowd,
as no one ever had looked?
Had seen her? Had spoken as if to her?
Surely those hands were his,
taking the platter of bread from hers just now?
Hands he'd laid on the dying and made them well?
Surely that face—?
The man they'd crucified for sedition and blasphemy.
The man whose body disappeared from its tomb.
The man it was rumored now some women had seen this morning, alive?
Those who had brought this stranger home to their table
don't recognize yet with whom they sit.
But she in the kitchen, absently touching the winejug she's to take in,
a young Black servant intently listening,
swings round and sees
the light around him
and is sure.
-Denise Levertov
Blessings,
Jeff
Rev. Jeffrey W. Mays, Pastor
Christ Congregation
50 Walnut Lane
Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
www.ccprinceton.org
http://sites.google.com/site/christcongprinceton/home
CHRIST CONGREGATION
May 1, 2011
Our Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday Worship: 10:00
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The Incredulity of Saint Thomas by Caravaggio (1601-1602)
LECTIONARY READINGS FOR THIS SUNDAY CAN BE READ AT: http://tinyurl.com/3c7jmpz
OUR OUTREACH MINISTRY OFFERING for May will go to the Alliance of Baptists Bridges of Hope Mission Offering. Read more at: http://tinyurl.com/3fxlskj
ALSO, we are collecting pennies (plus any loose change and “quiet money” as in cash) to help Homefront an organization that helps families break the cycle of poverty. Read more at: http://tinyurl.com/6ea27w
A big Thank You to all who helped with our Good
Friday and Easter services — shared music, read scripture, helped with
the flowers, worked on the brunch, organized the Easter egg hunt — and
more, much more! Thank you!
BIBLE STUDY ON THE PARABLES:
Will continue this Monday, May 2, from 7 to 8:15 PM. Brian Warfield will lead the discussion.
SECOND HOURS:
Tentative topics are (May 8) Brian and Terra will share insights from their seminary class: Crossing the Deep River.
(May 15) Charles, Carol, Adrian and LiErin will share experiences from their recent conference in Hawaii.
BOOK CLUB:
Saturday, May 21 beginning at 7 PM. We’re reading Our Town by Thornton Wilder. Meeting at the vicarage. Our Town was first performed at McCarter Theatre in Princeton on January 22, 1938.
June 11, we’ll be reading Blink by Malcolm Gladwell.
EAGLE SCOUT AWARD CEREMONY: Wednesday, May 25 at Christ Congregation, 7 P.M.
Honoring Alex Foo and Collin Wiemer.
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a support organization called Plan-USA. Read more at: http://www.planusa.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE ABC: http://www.abc-usa.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE UCC: http://ucc.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE AB: http://www.allianceofbaptists.org/
A poem shared after thinking how ordinary acts can sometimes be our most courageous.
XI.
by Wendell Berry
Though he was ill and in pain,
in disobedience to the instruction he
would have received if he had asked,
the old man got up from his bed,
dressed, and went to the barn.
The bare branches of winter had emerged
through the last leaf-colors of fall,
the loveliest of all, browns and yellows
delicate and nameless in the gray light
and the sifting rain. He put feed
in the troughs for eighteen ewe lambs,
sent the dog for them, and she
brought them. They came eager
to their feed, and he who felt
their hunger was by their feeding
eased. From no place in the time
of present places, within no boundary
nameable in human thought,
they had gathered once again,
the shepherd, his sheep, and his dog
with all the known and the unknown
round about to the heavens' limit.
Was this his stubbornness or bravado?
No. Only an ordinary act
of profoundest intimacy in a day
that might have been better. Still
the world persisted in its beauty,
he in his gratitude, and for this
he had most earnestly prayed.
"XI." by Wendell Berry, from Leavings. © Centerpoint, 2010.
Blessings,
Jeff
Rev. Jeffrey W. Mays, Pastor
Christ Congregation
50 Walnut Lane
Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
www.ccprinceton.org
http://sites.google.com/site/christcongprinceton/home
CHRIST CONGREGATION
Good Friday and Easter, 2011
Our Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday Worship: 10:00
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The Road to Calvary, by DUCCIO di Buoninsegna
1308-11.Tempera on wood. Museo dell'Opera del Duomo, Siena
GOOD FRIDAY WORSHIP, 7:30 PM. A Tenebrae service of scripture readings, music, prayer, and the gradual extinguishing of light.
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The Risen Christ Appears, by He Qi.
EASTER MORNING WORSHIP AT 10 a.m. (including a
brass trio!), followed by a brunch and Easter egg hunt. All are welcome!
A sign up sheet for Easter brunch goodies is posted in the fireplace
room.
OUR OUTREACH MINISTRY OFFERING for April will go to One Great Hour of
Sharing, one of the four special mission offerings of the United Church
of Christ. Working in more than 80 countries, the offering provides hope
to people in more than eighty countries. The UCC works with
international partners, and together we provide support to health,
education, refugee, agricultural, and emergency relief initiatives.
Read more at: http://www.ucc.org/oghs/
ALSO, we are collecting pennies (plus any loose change and “quiet money”
as in cash) to help Homefront an organization that helps families break
the cycle of poverty. Read more at: http://tinyurl.com/6ea27w
BIBLE STUDY ON THE PARABLES:
Will continue this Monday, April 25, from 7 to 8:15 PM. Brian Warfield will lead the discussion.
BOOK CLUB:
Saturday, May 21 beginning at 7 PM. We’re reading Our Town by Thornton Wilder. Meeting at the vicarage.
EAGLE SCOUT AWARD CEREMONY: Wednesday, May 25 at Christ Congregation, 7 P.M.
Honoring Alex Foo and Collin Wiemer.
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a support organization called Plan-USA. Read more at: http://www.planusa.org/
Seven Stanzas at Easter
John Updike
Make no mistake: if He rose at all
it was as His body;
if the cells’ dissolution did not reverse, the molecules
reknit, the amino acids rekindle,
the Church will fall.
It was not as the flowers,
each soft Spring recurrent;
it was not as His Spirit in the mouths and fuddled
eyes of the eleven apostles;
it was as His flesh: ours.
The same hinged thumbs and toes,
the same valved heart
that–pierced–died, withered, paused, and then
regathered out of enduring Might
new strength to enclose.
Let us not mock God with metaphor,
analogy, sidestepping, transcendence;
making of the event a parable, a sign painted in the
faded credulity of earlier ages:
let us walk through the door.
The stone is rolled back, not papier-mâché,
not a stone in a story,
but the vast rock of materiality that in the slow
grinding of time will eclipse for each of us
the wide light of day.
And if we will have an angel at the tomb,
make it a real angel,
weighty with Max Planck’s quanta, vivid with hair,
opaque in the dawn light, robed in real linen
spun on a definite loom.
Let us not seek to make it less monstrous,
for our own convenience, our own sense of beauty,
lest, awakened in one unthinkable hour, we are
embarrassed by the miracle,
and crushed by remonstrance.
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SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE AB: http://www.allianceofbaptists.org/
Blessings,
Jeff
Rev. Jeffrey W. Mays, Pastor
Christ Congregation
50 Walnut Lane
Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
www.ccprinceton.org
http://sites.google.com/site/christcongprinceton/home
CHRIST CONGREGATION
April 17, 2011
Our Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday Worship: 10:00
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life at http://bit.ly/42Bwdp
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Entry
into Jerusalem - Giotto di Bondone(1304-06)
LECTIONARY TEXTS for this Sunday can be read at: http://tinyurl.com/3bhmu4r
OUR OUTREACH MINISTRY OFFERING for April will go to One Great Hour of Sharing, one of the four special mission
offerings of the United Church of Christ. Working in more than 80 countries,
the offering provides hope to people in more than eighty countries. The UCC
works with international partners, and together we provide support to health,
education, refugee, agricultural, and emergency relief initiatives. Read
more at: http://www.ucc.org/oghs/
ALSO, we are collecting pennies (plus any loose change and “quiet money” as in
cash) to help Homefront an organization that helps families
break the cycle of poverty. Read more at: http://tinyurl.com/6ea27w
MUSIC NIGHT:
April 16th, Saturday, Come all you music lovers who like to
sing and/or play an instrument! There will be a musical evening with potluck
supper, beginning at 6 p.m., at the McColloughs. We will share folk, blue
grass, Iona, etc. tunes for the evening. Please let Charles and Carol know if
you plan to attend (609-466-1634).
SECOND HOUR (adult education):
April 17, Can short-term missions provide sustainable
aid? LiErin will talk about her recent trip to Nicaragua and her research
on the efforts of short-term mission travelers to provide aid that empowers
local communities and has long-term impacts on both Nicaraguans and travelers
from the US.
NEW DOORS TO THE SANCTUARY:
New doors to the sanctuary were installed this week.
BIBLE STUDY ON THE PARABLES:
Join us on Monday evenings as we travel through the gospels,
focusing on the parables and sayings of Jesus. The class, which will meet from
7:00 PM – 8:15 PM each Monday evening at the church, will be taught by Charles
and Carol McCollough. The class will meet for 10 sessions, starting March 14.
Charles' book on the parables can be purchased at a discounted rate. Everyone
is welcome!
GOOD FRIDAY AND EASTER:
Good
Friday worship, 7:30 PM.
A Tenebrae service of scripture readings, music, prayer, and the gradual
extinguishing of light. Readers needed. Please see Pastor Jeff if you would
like to be a reader.
Easter
morning worship at 10
a.m. (including a brass trio!), followed by a brunch and Easter egg hunt. All
are welcome! A sign up sheet for Easter brunch goodies is posted in the
fireplace room.
MOVING HELP: Bob and Hazel will be moving to a retirement community soon and
could use some help with packing boxes, etc. If you can help, give a call to
arrange a time. 609-921-2494.
EAGLE SCOUT AWARD CEREMONY: Wednesday, May 25 at Christ Congregation, 7 P.M.
Honoring Alex Foo and Collin Wiemer.
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a support organization
called Plan-USA. Read more at: http://www.planusa.org/
A poem for Palm Sunday from a different perspective:
The Donkey G. K. Chesterton
When fishes flew and forests walked And figs grew upon thorn, Some moment when the moon was blood Then surely I was born.
With monstrous head and sickening cry And ears like errant wings, The devil's walking parody On all four-footed things.
The tattered outlaw of the earth, Of ancient crooked will; Starve, scourge, deride me: I am dumb, I keep my secret still. Fools! For I also had my hour; One far fierce hour and sweet: There was a shout about my ears, And palms before my feet.
CHRIST CONGREGATION
April 10, 2011
Our Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday Worship: 10:00
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John Roddam Spencer Stanhope
The vision of Ezekiel - Valley of the Dry Bones
LECTIONARY TEXTS for this Sunday can be read at: http://tinyurl.com/3rets5o
WORK DAY AT THE CHURCH: This Saturday, April 9 from 9 to noon.
A sign up sheet for various projects is posted in the fireplace room.
BOOK CLUB: The Book Group is reading Rainwater by Sandra Brown for the
April 9, 7p.m. get-together at the home of Joseph and Nancy Drosdick at
5 Larkspur Lane, Lawrenceville. Please come and join us! 609-895-1408.
OUR OUTREACH MINISTRY OFFERING for April will go to One Great Hour of Sharing,
one of the four special mission offerings of the United Church of
Christ. Working in more than 80 countries, the offering provides hope to
people in more than eighty countries. The UCC works with international
partners, and together we provide support to health, education, refugee,
agricultural, and emergency relief initiatives. Read more at: http://www.ucc.org/oghs/
ALSO, we are collecting pennies (plus any loose change and “quiet money” as in cash) to help Homefront an organization that helps families break the cycle of poverty. Read more at: http://tinyurl.com/6ea27w
SECOND HOURS (adult education):
April 10, Yosabeth Zewde Weldemedhin (Yosi) will share her
experience of being in Tunisia during the revolution. Yosi is a
Development Policy student at Woodrow Wilson School of Public and
International Affairs, Princeton University.
BIBLE STUDY ON THE PARABLES:
Join us on Monday evenings as we travel through the gospels,
focusing on the parables and sayings of Jesus. The class, which will
meet from 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM each Monday evening at the church, will be
taught by Charles and Carol McCollough. The class will meet for 10
sessions, starting March 14. Charles' book on the parables can be
purchased at a discounted rate. Everyone is welcome!
MUSIC NIGHT:
April 16th, Saturday, Come all you music lovers who like to sing
and/or play an instrument! There will be a musical evening with pot luck
supper, beginning at 6 p.m., at the McColloughs. We will share folk,
blue grass, Iona, etc. tunes for the evening. Please let Charles and
Carol know if you plan to attend (609-466-1634).
MOVING HELP: Bob and Hazel will be moving to a retirement community soon
and could use some help with packing boxes, etc. If you can help, give a
call to arrange a time. 609-921-2494.
GOOD FRIDAY AND EASTER:
Good Friday worship, 7:30 PM. A Tenebrae service of scripture
readings, music, prayer, and the gradual extinguishing of light. Readers
needed. Please see Pastor Jeff if you would like to be a reader.
Easter morning worship at 10 a.m. followed by a brunch and Easter
egg hunt. All are welcome! A sign up sheet for Easter brunch goodies is
posted in the fireplace room.
EAGLE SCOUT AWARD CEREMONY: Wednesday, May 25 at Christ Congregation, 6 P.M.
Honoring Alex Foo and Collin Wiemer.
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a support organization called Plan-USA. Read more at: http://www.planusa.org/
Praying
It doesn't have to be
the blue iris, it could be
weeds in a vacant lot, or a few
small stones; just
pay attention, then patch
a few words together and don't try
to make them elaborate, this isn't
a contest but the doorway
into thanks, and a silence in which
another voice may speak.
-Mary Oliver
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE ABC: http://www.abc-usa.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE UCC: http://ucc.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE AB: http://www.allianceofbaptists.org/
Blessings,
Jeff
Rev. Jeffrey W. Mays, Pastor
Christ Congregation
50 Walnut Lane
Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
www.ccprinceton.org
http://sites.google.com/site/christcongprinceton/home
CHRIST CONGREGATION
April 3, 2011
Our Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday Worship: 10:00
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El Greco. Christ Healing the Blind Man.
1560s. Alte Meister Gallerie, Dresden, Germany.
THE LORD’S SUPPER will be celebrated this Sunday.
LECTIONARY TEXTS for this Sunday can be read at: http://tinyurl.com/493l3e6
OUR OUTREACH MINISTRY OFFERING for April will go to the NEIGHBORS IN
NEED (NIN) offering, a special mission offering of the UCC that supports
ministries of justice and compassion throughout the United States.
One-third of NIN funds support the Council for American Indian
Ministry(CAIM). Two-thirds of the offering is used by the UCC's Justice
and Witness Ministries(JWM) to support a variety of justice initiatives,
advocacy efforts, and direct service projects. Read more at: http://www.ucc.org/nin/
ALSO, we are collecting pennies (plus any loose change and “quiet money” as in cash) to help Homefront an organization that helps families break the cycle of poverty. Read more at: http://tinyurl.com/6ea27w
BIBLE STUDY ON THE PARABLES:
Join us on Monday evenings as we travel through the gospels, focusing on
the parables and sayings of Jesus. The class, which will meet from 7:00
PM – 8:15 PM each Monday evening at the church, will be taught by
Charles and Carol McCollough. The class will meet for 10 sessions,
starting March 14. Charles' book on the parables can be purchased at a
discounted rate. Everyone is welcome!
WORK DAY AT THE CHURCH: Saturday, April 9 from 9 to noon.
A sign up sheet for various projects is posted in the fireplace room.
BOOK CLUB: The Book Group is reading Rainwater by Sandra Brown
for the April 9, 7p.m. get-together at the home of Joseph and Nancy
Drosdick at 5 Larkspur Lane, Lawrenceville. Please come and join us!
SECOND HOURS (adult education):
On the first Sunday of the month, we do not have Second Hour programs so that church committees may meet.
April 10, Yosabeth Zewde Weldemedhin (Yosi) will share her
experience of being in Tunisia during the revolution. Yosi is a
Development Policy student at Woodrow Wilson School of Public and
International Affairs, Princeton University.
AN UPDATE FROM LiERIN IN NICARAGUA:
LiErin writes: “ Hi, Jeff
Nice timing - we have electricity sporadically, but this morning both the power and the internet are working well.
Things are going well so far. There have been some disappointing
surprises - families that have moved away or broken up. Many workers on
the farm have been fired during this, the "silent season" between
planting and harvest. I'm starting to realize what it means to be
working with a migrant community. But other programs are flourishing.
There are 27 women involved in microcredit loans, and all have paid back
their loans on time each month so far (we're close to the end of the
cycle - most women have only one payment left). In one of the two
communities we are working in, they have gotten electricity and a road
for the first time! Just two weeks ago, an ambulance (a pickup truck)
was able to get all the way up the mountain to collect a woman in
labor. She was able to get to the city hospital in time, which was a
great thing, because there were complications with her labor and her
newborn is still in the hospital there two weeks later (very unusual
here).
The big, exciting news is that they've gotten a high school in Santa
Emilia. Two years ago, very few students could go to high school,
because they had to travel far away and/or pay for private education.
Last year, 67 students received scholarships to go to schools outside
the community. This year, 8 teachers have been hired and 209 students
are going to school! Right now, half the teachers are paid for by a US
congregation, and half by the government. After hearing about the needs
here, the team leader and I agreed that funds for the high school are
the most critical, urgent need, so the cash donations Christ
Congregation sent will go to supporting the school.
And, just for laughs, I've attached a picture of what I've been up to the past week.”
PRINCETON THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY BOOK SALE:
Princeton Theological Seminary will hold its annual used book sale in
the Seminary‘s Whiteley Gymnasium from Thursday, April 7 through
Saturday, April 9.
Why We Do It: The PTS Stewardship and Missions Committee‘s annual used
book sale is organized and run by PTS students to help other seminary
students in developing nations broaden their theological education. Our
hope is to raise financial support and awareness for international
seminary libraries in need. All proceeds from the book sale will benefit
theological seminaries around the world. These gifts allow our
colleagues around the world to build richer library collections in their
own languages.
For more information about the sale, donating books, directions, or
assistance with unloading large book donations, please contact Ross Lang
at ptsbooksale@gmail.com.
GOOD FRIDAY AND EASTER:
Good Friday worship, 7:30 PM. A Tenebrae service of scripture
readings, music, prayer, and the gradual extinguishing of light.
Readers needed. Please see Pastor Jeff if you would like to be a reader.
Easter morning worship at 10 a.m. followed by a brunch and Easter
egg hunt. All are welcome! A sign up sheet for Easter brunch goodies is
posted in the fireplace room.
EAGLE SCOUT AWARD CEREMONY: Wednesday, May 25 at Christ Congregation, 6 P.M.
Honoring Alex Foo and Collin Wiemer.
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a support organization called Plan-USA. Read more at: http://www.planusa.org/
Praying
It doesn't have to be
the blue iris, it could be
weeds in a vacant lot, or a few
small stones; just
pay attention, then patch
a few words together and don't try
to make them elaborate, this isn't
a contest but the doorway
into thanks, and a silence in which
another voice may speak.
-Mary Oliver
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE ABC: http://www.abc-usa.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE UCC: http://ucc.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE AB: http://www.allianceofbaptists.org/
Blessings,
Jeff
Rev. Jeffrey W. Mays, Pastor
Christ Congregation
50 Walnut Lane
Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
www.ccprinceton.org
http://sites.google.com/site/christcongprinceton/home
CHRIST CONGREGATION
March 27, 2011
Our Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday Worship: 10:00
+++
View photos of church life at http://bit.ly/42Bwdp
+++
Praying at Gethsemane by He Qi.
Read more about the artist here: http://tinyurl.com/4ssa3pq
Of special interest, Dr. He Qi was the 2005-2006 Paul T. Lauby artist in residence at the
Overseas Ministries Study Center.
Paul Lauby was a member of Christ Congregation.
WE WELCOME The Reverend Robin Bacon Hoffman to our pulpit this Sunday.
OUR OUTREACH MINISTRY OFFERING for March will go to the ABC-USA America for Christ Offering. Read more at: http://www.nationalministries.org/afc/ ;
ALSO, we are collecting pennies (plus any loose change and “quiet money” as in cash) to help Homefront an organization that helps families break the cycle of poverty. Read more at: http://tinyurl.com/6ea27w
SECOND HOURS (adult education):
March 27 Alexander Haines, Theological Basics (continues). Alexander is a M.Div. student at Princeton Theological Seminary.
WITHERSPOON STREET PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, Organ Fund Benefit, March 27 at 4 PM. Featuring the Witherspoon People’s Verse Speaking Choir, Mayhem Poets and more. Learn more at http://tinyurl.com/4byjuet
A NEW BIBLE STUDY:
Join us on Monday evenings as we travel through the gospels, focusing on
the parables and sayings of Jesus. The class, which will meet from 7:00
PM – 8:15 PM each Monday evening at the church, will be taught by
Charles and Carol McCollough. The class will meet for 10 sessions,
starting March 14. Charles' book on the parables can be purchased at a
discounted rate. Everyone is welcome! Car pooling is encouraged. If you
need or can provide a ride, please let Brian know. For more info please
talk to Brian. (405)-627-5483 Email = brian.warfield@ptsem.edu
WORK DAY AT THE CHURCH: Saturday, April 9 from 9 to noon.
BOOK CLUB: The Book Group is reading Rainwater by Sandra Brown
for the April 9, 7p.m. get-together at the home of Joseph and Nancy
Drosdick at 5 Larkspur Lane, Lawrenceville. Please come and join us!
EAGLE SCOUT AWARD CEREMONY: Wednesday, May 25 at Christ Congregation, 6 P.M. Honoring Alex Foo and Collin Wiemer.
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a support organization called Plan-USA. Read more at: http://www.planusa.org/
Praying
It doesn't have to be
the blue iris, it could be
weeds in a vacant lot, or a few
small stones; just
pay attention, then patch
a few words together and don't try
to make them elaborate, this isn't
a contest but the doorway
into thanks, and a silence in which
another voice may speak.
-Mary Oliver
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE ABC: http://www.abc-usa.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE UCC: http://ucc.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE AB: http://www.allianceofbaptists.org/
Blessings,
Jeff
Rev. Jeffrey W. Mays, Pastor
Christ Congregation
50 Walnut Lane
Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
www.ccprinceton.org
http://sites.google.com/site/christcongprinceton/home
CHRIST CONGREGATION
March 20, 2011
Our Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday Worship: 10:00
+++
View photos of church life at http://bit.ly/42Bwdp
+++
Nicodemus Visiting Jesus by Henry Ossawa Tanner (1899)
LECTIONARY READINGS for this Second Sunday in Lent can be viewed at: http://tinyurl.com/48t7gdv
OUR OUTREACH MINISTRY OFFERING for March will go to the ABC-USA America for Christ Offering. Read more at: http://www.nationalministries.org/afc/
ALSO, we are collecting pennies (plus any loose change and “quiet money” as in cash) to help Homefront an organization that helps families break the cycle of poverty.
Read more at: http://tinyurl.com/6ea27w
SECOND HOURS (adult education):
March 20, TBA
We will reschedule Yosi’s presentation originally scheduled for the
20th. Yosabeth Zewde Weldemedhin (Yosi) will share her experience of
being in Tunisia during the revolution. Yosi is a Development Policy
student at Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs,
Princeton University.
March 27 Alexander Haines, Theological Basics (continues). Alexander is a M.Div. student at Princeton Theological Seminary.
A NEW BIBLE STUDY:
Join us on Monday evenings as we travel through the gospels, focusing on
the parables and sayings of Jesus. The class, which will meet from 7:00
PM – 8:15 PM each Monday evening at the church, will be taught by
Charles and Carol McCollough. The class will meet for 10 sessions,
starting March 14. Charles' book on the parables can be purchased at a
discounted rate. Everyone is welcome! Car pooling is encouraged. If you
need or can provide a ride, please let Brian know. For more info please
talk to Brian. (405)-627-5483 Email = brian.warfield@ptsem.edu
WITHERSPOON STREET PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, Organ Fund Benefit, March 27 at 4
PM. Featuring the Witherspoon People’s Verse Speaking Choir, Mayhem
Poets and more.
Learn more at http://tinyurl.com/4byjuet
WORK DAY AT THE CHURCH: Saturday, April 9 from 9 to noon.
BOOK CLUB will met on April 16 at 7 PM. Reading: Rainwater by Sandra Brown.
EAGLE SCOUT AWARD CEREMONY: Wednesday, May 25 at Christ Congregation, 6 P.M. Honoring Alex Foo and Collin Wiemer.
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a support organization called Plan-USA. Read more at: http://www.planusa.org/
A DAILY REFLECTION:
In God's loving presence I unwind the past day,
starting from now and looking back, moment by moment.
I gather in all the goodness and light, in gratitude.
I attend to the shadows and what they say to me, seeking healing, courage, forgiveness.
from: sacredspace.ie
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE ABC: http://www.abc-usa.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE UCC: http://ucc.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE AB: http://www.allianceofbaptists.org/
Blessings,
Jeff
Rev. Jeffrey W. Mays, Pastor
Christ Congregation
50 Walnut Lane
Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
www.ccprinceton.org
http://sites.google.com/site/christcongprinceton/home
CHRIST CONGREGATION
March 13, 2011
Our Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday Worship: 10:00
+++
View photos of church life at http://bit.ly/42Bwdp
+++
Christ in the Desert. 1872.
Ivan Kramskoy (1837 – 1887)
LECTIONARY READINGS for this First Sunday in Lent can be viewed at: http://tinyurl.com/4am9g96
OUR OUTREACH MINISTRY OFFERING for March will go to the ABC-USA America for Christ Offering. Read more at: http://www.nationalministries.org/afc/
SECOND HOURS:
March 13 Alexander Haines, Theological Basics. Alexander is a M. Div student at Princeton Theological Seminary.
March 20, Yosabeth Zewde Weldemedhin (Yosi) will share her
experience of being in Tunisia during the revolution. Yosi is a
Development Policy student at Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs, Princeton University.
March 27 Alexander Haines, Theological Basics (continues)
BOOK CLUB: The book club will be reading Gilead by Marilynne Robinson for its meeting on Saturday, March 12 (7 PM)
at the home of Sally Handy-Zarnstorff, 21 Hawthorne Ave., Princeton.
609-683-5715. Please let Sally know if you can attend. All are welcome.
Library notes are available — see Nan Drosdick if you would like a copy
of the notes.
WESTMINSTER CONSERVATORY SHOWCASE: Sunday, March 13, 2011 at 3 PM,
Richardson Auditorium of Alexander Hall. More information is posted in
the fireplace room. See Keeley Bruner for tickets and other information.
A NEW BIBLE STUDY:
Join us on Monday evenings as we travel through the gospels, focusing on
the parables and sayings of Jesus. The class, which will meet from 7:00
PM – 8:15 PM each Monday evening at the church, will be taught by
Charles and Carol McCollough. The class will meet for 10 sessions,
starting March 14. Charles' book on the parables can be purchased at a
discounted rate. Everyone is welcome! Car pooling is encouraged. If you
need or can provide a ride, please let Brian know. For more info please
talk to Brian. (405)-627-5483 Email = brian.warfield@ptsem.edu
LiErin Probasco is traveling to Nicaragua from March 18-April 3. She is
raising support for micro-enterprise in the communities of Santa Emilia
and La Flor. If you would like to donate to the cause, the store is in
special need of children's clothing (new or gently used), flip-flops,
rain jackets and umbrellas. Cash is also welcome, and will either be
used to buy store supplies or seed microloans in the community. BUT
LiErin can only bring one suitcase full of supplies, so please think
"easily portable" when it comes to donations.
WORK DAY AT THE CHURCH: Saturday, April 9 from 9 to noon.
EAGLE SCOUT AWARD CEREMONY: Wednesday, May 25 at Christ Congregation, 6 P.M. Honoring Alex Foo and Collin Wiemer.
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a support organization called Plan-USA. Read more at: http://www.planusa.org/
A DAILY REFLECTION:
In God's loving presence I unwind the past day,
starting from now and looking back, moment by moment.
I gather in all the goodness and light, in gratitude.
I attend to the shadows and what they say to me, seeking healing, courage, forgiveness.
from: sacredspace.ie
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE ABC: http://www.abc-usa.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE UCC: http://ucc.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE AB: http://www.allianceofbaptists.org/
Blessings,
Jeff
Rev. Jeffrey W. Mays, Pastor
Christ Congregation
50 Walnut Lane
Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
www.ccprinceton.org
http://sites.google.com/site/christcongprinceton/home
CHRIST CONGREGATION
March 6, 2011
Our Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday Worship: 10:00
+++
View photos of church life at http://bit.ly/42Bwdp
+++ Theophanes the Greek. The Transfiguration.
Early 15th century. From the Cathedral of
Transfiguration in Pereslavl.
The Lord's Supper will be celebrated on this Transfiguration Sunday.
LECTIONARY READINGS for this Sunday can be viewed at: http://tinyurl.com/4jdvrxm ;
Here's a poem titled "After the Transfiguration" by Kathy Coffey: http://tinyurl.com/4dlynyl
OUR OUTREACH MINISTRY OFFERING for March will go to the ABC-USA America for Christ Offering. Read more at: http://www.nationalministries.org/afc/
SECOND HOURS:
March 13 Alexander Haines, Theological Basics.
March 20 TBA
March 27 Alexander Haines, Theological Basics (continues)
BOOK CLUB: The book club will be reading Gilead by Marilynne Robinson
for its meeting on Saturday, March 12 (7 PM) at the home of Sally
Handy-Zarnstorff, 21 Hawthorne Ave., Princeton. 609-683-5715. Please let
Sally know if you can attend. All are welcome. Library notes are
available — see Nan Drosdick if you would like a copy of the notes.
WESTMINSTER CONSERVATORY SHOWCASE: Sunday, March 13, 2011 at 3 PM,
Richardson Auditorium of Alexander Hall. More information is posted in
the fireplace room. See Keeley Bruner for tickets and other information.
A NEW BIBLE STUDY:
Join us on Monday evenings as we travel through the gospels, focusing on
the parables and sayings of Jesus. The class, which will meet from 7:00
PM – 8:15 PM each Monday evening at the church, will be taught by
Charles and Carol McCollough. The class will meet for 10 sessions,
starting March 14. Charles' book on the parables can be purchased at a
discounted rate. Everyone is welcome! Car pooling is encouraged. If you
need or can provide a ride, please let Brian know. For more info please
talk to Brian. (405)-627-5483 Email = brian.warfield@ptsem.edu
LiErin Probasco is traveling to Nicaragua from March 18-April 3. She is
raising support for micro-enterprise in the communities of Santa Emilia
and La Flor. If you would like to donate to the cause, the store is in
special need of children's clothing (new or gently used), flip-flops,
rain jackets and umbrellas. Cash is also welcome, and will either be
used to buy store supplies or seed microloans in the community. BUT
LiErin can only bring one suitcase full of supplies, so please think
"easily portable" when it comes to donations.
WORK DAY AT THE CHURCH: Saturday, April 9 from 9 to noon.
EAGLE SCOUT AWARD CEREMONY: Wednesday, May 25 at Christ Congregation, 6 P.M. Honoring Alex Foo and Collin Wiemer.
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a support organization called Plan-USA. Read more at: http://www.planusa.org/
A DAILY REFLECTION:
In God's loving presence I unwind the past day,
starting from now and looking back, moment by moment.
I gather in all the goodness and light, in gratitude.
I attend to the shadows and what they say to me, seeking healing, courage, forgiveness.
from: sacredspace.ie
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE ABC: http://www.abc-usa.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE UCC: http://ucc.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE AB: http://www.allianceofbaptists.org/
Blessings,
Jeff
Rev. Jeffrey W. Mays, Pastor
Christ Congregation
50 Walnut Lane
Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
www.ccprinceton.org
http://sites.google.com/site/christcongprinceton/home
February 27, 2011
Our Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday Worship: 10:00
+++
View photos of church life at http://bit.ly/42Bwdp
+++
LECTIONARY READINGS for this Sunday can be viewed at: http://tinyurl.com/4zw83q9
OUR OUTREACH MINISTRY OFFERING for February goes to the Eagle Butte Learning Center.
The Eagle Butte Learning Center (EBLC) is a regionally-based,
culturally relevant education ministry designed to enhance leadership
skills among clergy and lay leaders of American Indian UCC
congregations. EBLC is located on ten acres of land assigned by the
Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe (CRST) (near Eagle Butte, SD). Read more at:
http://www.caimucc.org/eagle_butte.html
SECOND HOURS:
Feb. 27 Bill Gaventa and LiErin Probasco, The Gift of Diversity (continues)
March 13 Alexander Haines, Theological Basics.
March 20 TBA
March 27 Alexander Haines, Theological Basics (continues)
CHURCH WOMEN UNITED: World Day of Prayer program on March
4th at the Lutheran Church of the Messiah, 407 Nassau St., Princeton,
NJ. This year's program, "How many loaves
have you?" was written by the women of Chile. 11:45 a.m. = arrival. Program begins at noon. Please bring a bag lunch.
BOOK CLUB: The book club will be reading Gilead by
Marilynne Robinson for its meeting on Saturday, March 12 (7 PM) at the
home of Sally Handy-Zarnstorff, 21 Hawthorne Ave., Princeton.
609-683-5715. Please let Sally know if you can attend. All are welcome.
Library notes are available — see Nan Drosdick if you would like a copy
of the notes.
WORK DAY AT THE CHURCH: Saturday, April 9 from 9 to noon.
EAGLE SCOUT AWARD CEREMONY: Wednesday, May 25 at Christ Congregation, 6 P.M. Honoring Alex Foo and Collin Wiemer.
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a support organization called Plan-USA. Read more at: http://www.planusa.org/
A DAILY REFLECTION:
In God's loving presence I unwind the past day,
starting from now and looking back, moment by moment.
I gather in all the goodness and light, in gratitude.
I attend to the shadows and what they say to me, seeking healing, courage, forgiveness.
from: sacredspace.ie
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE ABC: http://www.abc-usa.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE UCC: http://ucc.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE AB: http://www.allianceofbaptists.org/
"If you are going to follow Jesus,
you'd better look good on wood."
-Father Daniel Berrigan
Blessings,
Jeff
Rev. Jeffrey W. Mays, Pastor
Christ Congregation
50 Walnut Lane
Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
www.ccprinceton.org
http://sites.google.com/site/christcongprinceton/home
CHRIST CONGREGATION
February 20, 2011
Our Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday Worship: 10:00
+++
View photos of church life at http://bit.ly/42Bwdp
+++ African American Civil War Memorial, U St. NW, Washington, DC.
Sculpture by Ed Hamilton, installed in 1998.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 19, BOOK CLUB GATHERING, at the home of Ted and
Joanne Hardgrove, 7 PM. The book selection is The Help by Kathryn
Stockett. Please call if you plan to attend: 732-605-0785.
BLACK HISTORY SUNDAY will be celebrated on February 20. Brian Warfield will deliver the sermon.
OUR OUTREACH MINISTRY OFFERING for February goes to the Eagle Butte
Learning Center. The Eagle Butte Learning Center (EBLC) is a
regionally-based, culturally relevant education ministry designed to
enhance leadership skills among clergy and lay leaders of American
Indian UCC congregations. EBLC is located on ten acres of land assigned
by the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe (CRST) (near Eagle Butte, SD). Read
more at: http://www.caimucc.org/eagle_butte.html
SECOND HOURS:
Feb. 20 Bill Gaventa and LiErin Probasco, The Gift of Diversity
Feb. 27 The Gift of Diversity (continued)
CHURCH COUNCIL MEETS Wednesday, February 23, at the church.
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a support organization called Plan-USA. Read more at: http://www.planusa.org/
A DAILY REFLECTION:
In God's loving presence I unwind the past day,
starting from now and looking back, moment by moment.
I gather in all the goodness and light, in gratitude.
I attend to the shadows and what they say to me, seeking healing, courage, forgiveness.
from: sacredspace.ie
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE ABC: http://www.abc-usa.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE UCC: http://ucc.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE AB: http://www.allianceofbaptists.org/
Blessings,
Jeff
CHRIST CONGREGATION
February 13, 2011
Our Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday Worship: 10:00
+++
View photos of church life at http://bit.ly/42Bwdp
+++
Moses with the Tablets of the Law. Marc Chagall.
LECTIONARY TEXTS FOR THIS SUNDAY can be read at: http://tinyurl.com/4ew2974
OUR OUTREACH MINISTRY OFFERING for February goes to the Eagle Butte
Learning Center. The Eagle Butte Learning Center (EBLC) is a
regionally-based, culturally relevant education ministry designed to
enhance leadership skills among clergy and lay leaders of American
Indian UCC congregations. EBLC is located on ten acres of land assigned
by the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe (CRST) (near Eagle Butte, SD). Read
more at: http://www.caimucc.org/eagle_butte.html
SECOND HOURS:
Feb. 13 Brian Warfield, Israel today, notes on a recent trip (continued)
Feb. 20 Bill Gaventa and LiErin Probasco, The Gift of Diversity
Feb. 27 The Gift of Diversity (continued)
BOOK CLUB GATHERING, February 19 at the home of Ted and Joanne
Hardgrove, 7 PM. The book selection is The Help by Kathryn Stockett.
BLACK HISTORY SUNDAY will be celebrated on February 20. Brian Warfield will deliver the sermon.
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a support organization called Plan-USA. Read more at: http://www.planusa.org/
A DAILY REFLECTION:
In God's loving presence I unwind the past day,
starting from now and looking back, moment by moment.
I gather in all the goodness and light, in gratitude.
I attend to the shadows and what they say to me, seeking healing, courage, forgiveness.
from: sacredspace.ie
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE ABC: http://www.abc-usa.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE UCC: http://ucc.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE AB: http://www.allianceofbaptists.org/
Blessings,
Jeff
Rev. Jeffrey W. Mays, Pastor
Christ Congregation
50 Walnut Lane
Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
JOHN PECK: A memorial service for John G. Peck, Jr. will be held on
Saturday, February 5 (11:00 a.m.) at the Lutheran Church of the Messiah,
407 Nassau Street, Princeton. NJ 08540.
The obituary can be read at: http://tinyurl.com/4fe9c2g ; A time of fellowship will follow the memorial service. CC members and friends are welcome to bring light refreshments to add to the fellowship time, if so desired. The interment service has been postponed until a later date.
We
are grateful for John's life and friendship and faith. He joined CC in
1959 and was always very active in serving on boards and committees ---
working constantly, but quietly, as a devoted member. Always helping, as
a devoted friend.
"But as it is written, Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither
have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared
for them that love him." (I Corinthians 2: 9, KJV)
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 6: The Lord's Supper will be celebrated.
Last Sunday, we celebrated Rowan's baptism. God bless Rowan and his loving family!
OUR OUTREACH MINISTRY OFFERING goes to the Church World Service Blanket Fund. Read more about this important ministry at http://tinyurl.com/cgbt2u ;
SECOND HOURS:
Feb. 6 Brian Warfield, Israel today, notes on a recent trip.
Feb. 13 Israel Today (continued).
Feb. 20 Bill Gaventa and LiErin Probasco, The Gift of Diversity
Feb. 27 The Gift of Diversity (continued)
BLACK HISTORY SUNDAY will be celebrated on February 20.
BOOK CLUB GATHERING, February 19 at the home of Ted and Joanne Hardgrove, 7 PM. The book selection is The Help by Kathryn Stockett.
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a support organization called Plan-USA. Read more at: http://www.planusa.org/
A DAILY REFLECTION:
In God's loving presence I unwind the past day,
starting from now and looking back, moment by moment.
I gather in all the goodness and light, in gratitude.
I attend to the shadows and what they say to me, seeking healing, courage, forgiveness.
from: sacredspace.ie
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE ABC: http://www.abc-usa.org /
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE UCC: http://ucc.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE AB: http://www.allianceofbaptists.org/
Blessings,
Jeff
Rev. Jeffrey W. Mays, Pastor
Christ Congregation
50 Walnut Lane
Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
http://sites.google.com/site/christcongprinceton/home
CHRIST CONGREGATION
January 23, 2011
Our Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday Worship: 10:00
+++
View photos of church life at http://bit.ly/42Bwdp
Duccio di Buoninsegna
Italian, c. 1255 - 1318
The Calling of the Apostles Peter and Andrew, 1308/1311
National Gallery of Art
LECTIONARY READINGS for this Sunday can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/45gygou
OUR OUTREACH MINISTRY OFFERING FOR JANUARY goes to the Church World Service Blanket Fund. Read more about this important ministry at http://tinyurl.com/cgbt2u
ANNUAL MEETING: January 23, following worship. This year, we plan to
move from worship to the fireplace rooms and there sit at tables and
share a simple meal of hoagies and chips (please, no heart association
diet comments). Folks are welcome to bring salads or desserts or
something to share --- but not necessary. We will conduct the annual
meeting as we eat lunch. All are welcome. However, we do need a head
count. If you haven't signed up, please leave a message at the church
office (609-921-6253) so we know how many to expect.
SECOND HOURS: For January 30. From Friendly to Hospitality: Creating
Welcoming Cultures in Helping Organizations. Bill Gaventa will be our
discussion leader.
Feb. 6 Brian Warfield, Israel today, notes on a recent trip.
Feb. 13 Israel Today (continued).
Feb. 20 Bill Gaventa and LiErin Pobasco, The Gift of Diversity
Feb. 27 The Gift of Diversity (continued)
BOOK CLUB GATHERING, February 19 at the home of Ted and Joanne Hardgrove, 7 PM. The book selection is The Help by Kathryn Stockett.
We have received lots of pictures of Emmalene and baby Elias Leopold
Bishop from Nathan and Michelle. We also have photos of baby Chloe from
Rob and Megan Dowdle.
BAPTISM of Rowan William Austin Connor, January 30.
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a support organization called Plan-USA. Read more at: http://www.planusa.org/
A DAILY REFLECTION:
In God's loving presence I unwind the past day,
starting from now and looking back, moment by moment.
I gather in all the goodness and light, in gratitude.
I attend to the shadows and what they say to me, seeking healing, courage, forgiveness.
from: sacredspace.ie
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE ABC: http://www.abc-usa.org /
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE UCC: http://ucc.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE AB: http://www.allianceofbaptists.org/
Blessings,
Jeff
Rev. Jeffrey W. Mays, Pastor
Christ Congregation
50 Walnut Lane
Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
www.ccprinceton.org
http
CHRIST CONGREGATION
January 16, 2011
Our Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday Worship: 10:00
+++
View photos of church life at http://bit.ly/42Bwdp
The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
MOVIE
NIGHT: The Book Club presents "Movie Night" at the home of Charles and
Carol McCollough on January 15th at 5:30pm for a POT LUCK DINNER and
movie "As It Is in Heaven". Afterward we will discuss and share our
thoughts about the movie. If you are planning on attending, please let
Charles or Carol Know at 609-466-1634. All are welcome.
LECTIONARY READINGS for this Sunday can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/4bxprfe
OUR OUTREACH MINISTRY OFFERING FOR JANUARY goes to the Church World
Service Blanket Fund. Read more about this important ministry at http://tinyurl.com/cgbt2u
SECOND HOUR: For January 16. From Friendly to Hospitality: Creating Welcoming Cultures in Helping Organizations. Bill Gaventa will be our discussion leader.
Monday, January 17, 1 to 3 PM, Richardson Auditorium. Princeton
University's Martin Luther King Day Celebration. Guest speaker, Van
Jones. Music performances by One Voice.
ANNUAL MEETING: January 23, following
worship. This year, we plan to move from worship to the fireplace rooms
and there sit at tables and share a simple meal of hoagies and chips
(please, no heart association diet comments). Folks are welcome to bring
desserts or something to share --- but not necessary. We will conduct
the annual meeting as we eat lunch. All are welcome. However, we do need
a head count, so please sign up this Sunday or leave a message at the
church office (609-921-6253) so we know how many to expect.
LiERIN'S NEW TEACHING OPPORTUNITY: LiErin writes: It's a 3-week
January-term class on "The Practice and Problems of Short Term Missions"
at Union Presbyterian Seminary in Richmond, VA. My class is about 13
students, going for the MDiv or an MACE - Masters in Christian Ed. So
it will be exciting to be talking to people who will be thinking about
how to put the ideas we discuss into practice in their own local (and
global!) contexts. I will also be spending a weekend in January at the
Louisville Institute in KY. I have a grant from them, and I'll get to
hear from the other pastors and scholars who've been doing work on
American Religious Life this year through the Institute. Should be an
exciting weekend!
We have received lots of pictures of Emmalene and baby Elias Leopold
Bishop from Nathan and Michelle. We also have photos of baby Chloe from
Rob and Megan Dowdle.
BAPTISM of Rowan William Austin Connor, January 30.
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a support organization called Plan-USA. Read more at: http://www.planusa.org/
A DAILY REFLECTION:
In God's loving presence I unwind the past day,
starting from now and looking back, moment by moment.
I gather in all the goodness and light, in gratitude.
I attend to the shadows and what they say to me, seeking healing, courage, forgiveness.
from: sacredspace.ie
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE ABC: http://www.abc-usa.org /
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE UCC: http://ucc.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE AB: http://www.allianceofbaptists.org/
Blessings,
Jeff
Rev. Jeffrey W. Mays, Pastor
Christ Congregation
50 Walnut Lane
Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
www.ccprinceton.org
http
CHRIST CONGREGATION
January 9, 2011
Our Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday Worship: 10:00
+++
View photos of church life at http://bit.ly/42Bwdp
SECOND HOURS: For January 9 and 16. From Friendly to Hospitality: Creating Welcoming Cultures in Helping Organizations. Bill Gaventa will be our discussion leader.
LiERIN'S NEW TEACHING OPPORTUNITY: LiErin writes: It's a 3-week
January-term class on "The Practice and Problems of Short Term Missions"
at Union Presbyterian Seminary in Richmond, VA. My class is about 13
students, going for the MDiv or an MACE - Masters in Christian Ed. So
it will be exciting to be talking to people who will be thinking about
how to put the ideas we discuss into practice in their own local (and
global!) contexts. I will also be spending a weekend in January at the
Louisville Institute in KY. I have a grant from them, and I'll get to
hear from the other pastors and scholars who've been doing work on
American Religious Life this year through the Institute. Should be an
exciting weekend!
MOVIE NIGHT: The Book Club presents "Movie Night" at the home of Charles
and Carol McCollough on January 15th at 5:30pm for a POT LUCK DINNER
and movie "As It Is in Heaven". Afterward we will discuss and share our
thoughts about the movie. If you are planning on attending, please let
Charles or Carol Know. All are welcome.
ANNUAL MEETING: January 23, following worship. This year, we plan to
move from worship to the fireplace rooms and there sit at tables and
share a simple meal of hoagies and chips (please, no heart association
diet comments). Folks are welcome to bring desserts or something to
share --- but not necessary. We will conduct the annual meeting as we
eat lunch. All are welcome. However, we do need a head count, so please
sign up this Sunday or leave a message at the church office
(609-921-6253) so we know how many to expect.
DAHLBERG PEACE AWARD. I received a letter stating "... we are pleased to
confirm Mrs. Beverly J. McNally's selection by the Board of National
Ministries ... to receive the 2011 Edwin T. Dahlberg Peace Award
posthumously that will be presented during the American Baptist Biennial
Meeting in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The Reverend Jeffrey W. Mays
submitted her name. The Reverend Paul C. Hayes of Connecticut will share
the Dahlberg Award." -Jeff
We have received lots of pictures of Emmalene and baby Elias Leopold
Bishop from Nathan and Michelle. We also have photos of baby Chloe from
Rob and Megan Dowdle.
STEWARDSHIP LETTERS and pledge cards have been sent. Pledge-Gift cards are being received with gratitude!
ANNUAL MEETING OF THE CONGREGATION: January 23, following worship.
BAPTISM of Rowan William Austin Connor, January 30.
COMMITTEE CHAIRS, please send your reports to Jeff Hoffman by January 13 to be included in the annual report.
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a support organization called Plan-USA. Read more at: http://www.planusa.org/
A DAILY REFLECTION:
In God's loving presence I unwind the past day,
starting from now and looking back, moment by moment.
I gather in all the goodness and light, in gratitude.
I attend to the shadows and what they say to me, seeking healing, courage, forgiveness.
from: sacredspace.ie
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE ABC: http://www.abc-usa.org /
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE UCC: http://ucc.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE AB: http://www.allianceofbaptists.org/
Blessings,
Jeff
Rev. Jeffrey W. Mays, Pastor
Christ Congregation
50 Walnut Lane
Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
www.ccprinceton.org
http://sites.google.com/site/christcongprinceton/home
CHRIST CONGREGATION
January 2, 2011
Our Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday Worship: 10:00
+++
View photos of church life at http://bit.ly/42Bwdp
Happy New Year to all!
THANKS to all who helped make our Christmas Eve candlelight service such
a memorable occasion --- and to all those who turned out for December
26th worship as we gathered in the fireplace room, had a fire in the
fireplace, sang carols and shared thoughts about Christmas.
JANUARY 2 COFFEE HOUR: No one has signed up for coffee hour, but if you
have some extra goodies available, please bring them to church with you.
Thanks.
DAHLBERG PEACE AWARD. I received a letter stating "... we are pleased to
confirm Mrs. Beverly J. McNally's selection by the Board of National
Ministries ... to receive the 2011 Edwin T. Dahlberg Peace Award
posthumously that will be presented during the American Baptist Biennial
Meeting in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The Reverend Jeffrey W. Mays
submitted her name. The Reverend Paul C. Hayes of Connecticut will share
the Dahlberg Award." -Jeff
We have received lots of pictures of Emmalene and baby Elias Leopold Bishop from Nathan and Michelle.
A Christmas Candle
A Christmas candle is a lovely thing;
It makes no noise at all,
But softly gives itself away;
While quite unselfish, it grows small.
- Eva K. Logue
STEWARDSHIP LETTERS and pledge cards have been sent. Pledge-Gift cards are being received with gratitude!
MOVIE NIGHT: The Book Club presents "Movie Night" at the home of Charles
and Carol McCollough on January 15th at 5:30pm for a POT LUCK DINNER
and movie "As It Is in Heaven". Afterward we will discuss and share our
thoughts about the movie. If you are planning on attending, please let
Charles or Carol Know. All are welcome.
ANNUAL MEETING OF THE CONGREGATION: January 23, following worship.
COMMITTEE CHAIRS, please send your reports to Jeff Hoffman by January 13 to be included in the annual report.
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a support organization called Plan-USA. Read more at: http://www.planusa.org/
A DAILY REFLECTION:
CHRISTMAS EVE CANDLELIGHT SERVICE, 7:30 PM. A service of
scripture, prayer, music and candlelight. All are welcome. Again, this
year, Gian Torrano-Jacobs will be our harpist.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 26, worship at 10 a.m. If we only have a small group,
we'll meet in the fireplace room, read scripture, sing some carols and
share prayers together.
DECEMBER'S OUTREACH OFFERING WILL GO TO WOMANSPACE. Womanspace, Inc. is a
leading nonprofit agency in Mercer County, New Jersey, that provides
comprehensive array of services to individuals and families impacted by
domestic and sexual violence and dedicated to improving the quality of
life for women and their families. Programs include crisis intervention,
emergency shelter, counseling, court advocacy and housing services.
Womanspace receives funding from the State of New Jersey, the County of
Mercer and the United Way of Greater Mercer County and contributions
from individuals, organizations, foundations and corporations. Read more
at http://www.womanspace.org/
STEWARDSHIP LETTERS and pledge cards have been sent. Pledge-Gift cards are being received with gratitude!
MOVIE NIGHT: The Book Club presents "Movie Night" at the home of Charles
and Carol McCollough on January 15th at 5:30pm for a POT LUCK DINNER
and movie "As It Is in Heaven". Afterward we will discuss and share our
thoughts about the movie. If you are planning on attending, please let
Charles or Carol Know. All are welcome.
ANNUAL MEETING OF THE CONGREGATION: January 23, following worship.
COMMITTEE CHAIRS, please send your reports to Jeff Hoffman by January 13 to be included in the annual report.
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a support organization called Plan-USA. Read more at: http://www.planusa.org/
A DAILY REFLECTION:
In God's loving presence I unwind the past day,
starting from now and looking back, moment by moment.
I gather in all the goodness and light, in gratitude.
I attend to the shadows and what they say to me, seeking healing, courage, forgiveness.
from: sacredspace.ie
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE ABC: http://www.abc-usa.org /
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE UCC: http://ucc.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE AB: http://www.allianceofbaptists.org/
Blessings,
Jeff
Rev. Jeffrey W. Mays, Pastor
Christ Congregation
50 Walnut Lane
Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
www.ccprinceton.org
http://sites.google.com/site/christcongprinceton/home
CHRIST CONGREGATION
December 19, 2010
Our Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday Worship: 10:00
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View photos of church life at http://bit.ly/42Bwdp
A scene from last week's pageant.
THANKS to all who helped make our Christmas dinner and pageant such a great success!
Sunday, December 19, the Fourth Sunday in Advent. Bill Gaventa will
share a sermon/story titled: The Gospel According to Athon. Our
youngsters will remain in the sanctuary with us this week.
DECEMBER'S OUTREACH OFFERING WILL GO TO WOMANSPACE. Womanspace, Inc. is a
leading nonprofit agency in Mercer County, New Jersey, that provides
comprehensive array of services to individuals and families impacted by
domestic and sexual violence and dedicated to improving the quality of
life for women and their families. Programs include crisis intervention,
emergency shelter, counseling, court advocacy and housing services.
Womanspace receives funding from the State of New Jersey, the County of
Mercer and the United Way of Greater Mercer County and contributions
from individuals, organizations, foundations and corporations. Read more
at http://www.womanspace.org/
BLUE CHRISTMAS SERVICE, Sunday, December 19 at 7 PM.
CHRISTMAS EVE CANDLELIGHT SERVICE, 7:30 PM.
CONGRATULATIONS TO NATHAN AND MICHELLE on the birth of Elias, born Nov. 22.
CONGRATULATIONS TO ROB AND MEGAN on the birth of Chloe, born December 12.
STEWARDSHIP LETTERS and pledge cards have been sent. Pledge-Gift cards are being received with gratitude!
MOVIE NIGHT: The Book Club presents "Movie Night" at the home of Charles
and Carol McCollough on January 15th at 5:30pm for a POT LUCK DINNER
and movie "As It Is in Heaven". Afterward we will discuss and share our
thoughts about the movie. If you are planning on attending, please let
Charles or Carol Know. All are welcome.
ANNUAL MEETING OF THE CONGREGATION: January 23, following worship.
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a support organization called Plan-USA. Read more at: http://www.planusa.org/
A DAILY REFLECTION:
In God's loving presence I unwind the past day,
starting from now and looking back, moment by moment.
I gather in all the goodness and light, in gratitude.
I attend to the shadows and what they say to me, seeking healing, courage, forgiveness.
from: sacredspace.ie
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE ABC: http://www.abc-usa.org /
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE UCC: http://ucc.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE AB: http://www.allianceofbaptists.org/
Blessings,
Jeff
Rev. Jeffrey W. Mays, Pastor
Christ Congregation
50 Walnut Lane
Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
www.ccprinceton.org
http://sites.google.com/site/christcongprinceton/home
CHRIST CONGREGATION
December 12, 2010
Our Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday Worship: 10:00
+++
View photos of church life at http://bit.ly/42Bwdp
Philippe de Champaigne, La Visitation
Sunday, December 12, the Third Sunday in Advent. Lectionary preaching texts can be read at: http://tinyurl.com/23whogd
POINSETTIA ORDERS:
4.5" at $3, 6" at $5, 7.5" at $9, 8" at $14, 10" at $20
Email by Thursday, December 9 to bill.gaventa@umdnj.edu
for small poinsettias to be in church for dinner and pageant on
December 12. Order larger ones by December 16 to be in church on
December 19 and to be picked up after the Christmas Eve service.
Poinsettias may be dedicated: in honor of, in memory of or in gratitude
for. Checks payable to Bill.
DECEMBER’S OUTREACH OFFERING WILL GO TO WOMANSPACE. Womanspace, Inc. is a
leading nonprofit agency in Mercer County, New Jersey, that provides
comprehensive array of services to individuals and families impacted by
domestic and sexual violence and dedicated to improving the quality of
life for women and their families. Programs include crisis intervention,
emergency shelter, counseling, court advocacy and housing services.
Womanspace receives funding from the State of New Jersey, the County of
Mercer and the United Way of Greater Mercer County and contributions
from individuals, organizations, foundations and corporations. Read more
at http://www.womanspace.org/
CHRISTMAS DINNER AND PAGEANT: December 12 beginning at 5 PM.
Please bring something to share for the dinner. All are welcome.
BLUE CHRISTMAS SERVICE, Sunday, December 19 at 7 PM.
CHRISTMAS EVE CANDLELIGHT SERVICE, 7:30 PM.
CONGRATULATIONS TO NATHAN AND MICHELLE on the birth of Elias, born Nov. 22.
CONGRATULATIONS TO ADAM AND CHRISTY, on the announcement of their engagement.
STEWARDSHIP LETTERS and pledge cards have been sent. Pledge-Gift cards are being received with gratitude!
MOVIE NIGHT: The Book Club presents "Movie Night" at the home of Charles
and Carol McCollough on January 15th at 5:30pm for a POT LUCK DINNER
and movie "As It Is in Heaven". Afterward we will discuss and share our
thoughts about the movie. If you are planning on attending, please let
Charles or Carol Know. All are welcome.
ANNUAL MEETING OF THE CONGREGATION: January 23, following worship.
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a support organization called Plan-USA. Read more at: http://www.planusa.org/
A DAILY REFLECTION:
In God's loving presence I unwind the past day,
starting from now and looking back, moment by moment.
I gather in all the goodness and light, in gratitude.
I attend to the shadows and what they say to me, seeking healing, courage, forgiveness.
from: sacredspace.ie
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE ABC: http://www.abc-usa.org /
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE UCC: http://ucc.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE AB: http://www.allianceofbaptists.org/
Blessings,
Jeff
Rev. Jeffrey W. Mays, Pastor
Christ Congregation
50 Walnut Lane
Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
www.ccprinceton.org
http://sites.google.com/site/christcongprinceton/home
CHRIST CONGREGATION
December 5, 2010
Our Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday Worship: 10:00
+++
View photos of church life at http://bit.ly/42Bwdp
John the Baptist Preaching in the Desert
JESUS MAFA is a response to the New Testament readings from the Lectionary by a Christian community in Cameroon, Africa.
Each of the readings were selected and adapted to dramatic interpretation by the community members.
Sunday, December 5, the Second Sunday in Advent. Lectionary preaching texts can be read at: http://tinyurl.com/245a7da
THE LORD’S SUPPER WILL BE CELEBRATED.
SEVEN NEW MEMBERS WILL BE RECEIVED DURING WORSHIP.
POINSETTIA ORDER FORMS WILL BE AVAILABLE THIS SUNDAY.
DECEMBER’S OUTREACH OFFERING WILL GO TO WOMANSPACE. Womanspace, Inc. is a
leading nonprofit agency in Mercer County, New Jersey, that provides
comprehensive array of services to individuals and families impacted by
domestic and sexual violence and dedicated to improving the quality of
life for women and their families. Programs include crisis intervention,
emergency shelter, counseling, court advocacy and housing services.
Womanspace receives funding from the State of New Jersey, the County of
Mercer and the United Way of Greater Mercer County and contributions
from individuals, organizations, foundations and corporations. Read more
at http://www.womanspace.org/
CHRISTMAS DINNER AND PAGEANT: December 12 beginning at 5 PM.
BLUE CHRISTMAS SERVICE, Sunday, December 19 at 7 PM.
CHRISTMAS EVE CANDLELIGHT SERVICE, 7:30 PM.
CONGRATULATIONS TO NATHAN AND MICHELLE on the birth of Elias, born Nov. 22.
CONGRATULATIONS TO ADAM AND CHRISTY, on the announcement of their engagement.
STEWARDSHIP LETTERS and pledge cards have been sent. If you did not
receive the stewardship letter and would like to, please let Pastor Jeff
know.
WE’RE COLLECTING NON PERISHABLE FOOD ITEMS to benefit The Crisis Ministry.
Food collection boxes are waiting at the church.
Food Drive for The Crisis Ministry
*Cans of vegetables—low-sodium
*Cans of fruit—low-fructose
Canned proteins—tuna, salmon, chicken, chili
Shelf-stable milk (like Parmalat)
Peanut butter
Hot cereal—(oatmeal, grits, cream of wheat)
Small/medium box of cold cereal
1–2 lbs. pasta
Small jelly, jam or honey (plastic container)
Boxed macaroni and cheese
1 lb. dried beans
2-lb. bags of rice
* These items are especially needed.
Low-sodium and low-sugar foods are appreciated!
NOTE: ALL CANS SHOULD BE #303 size or 12-16 oz.
NO GLASS CONTAINERS PLEASE!
Neighbors in need from throughout Mercer County will receive
nourishment from the food you donate. Thank you.
MOVIE NIGHT: The Book Club presents "Movie Night" at the home of Charles
and Carol McCollough on January 15th at 5:30pm for a POT LUCK DINNER
and movie "As It Is in Heaven". Afterward we will discuss and share our
thoughts about the movie. If you are planning on attending, please let
Charles or Carol Know. All are welcome.
ANNUAL MEETING OF THE CONGREGATION: January 23, following worship.
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a support organization called Plan-USA. Read more at: http://www.planusa.org/
A DAILY REFLECTION:
In God's loving presence I unwind the past day,
starting from now and looking back, moment by moment.
I gather in all the goodness and light, in gratitude.
I attend to the shadows and what they say to me, seeking healing, courage, forgiveness.
from: sacredspace.ie
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE ABC: http://www.abc-usa.org /
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE UCC: http://ucc.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE AB: http://www.allianceofbaptists.org/
Blessings,
Jeff
Rev. Jeffrey W. Mays, Pastor
Christ Congregation
50 Walnut Lane
Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
www.ccprinceton.org
http://sites.google.com/site/christcongprinceton/home
CHRIST CONGREGATION
November 28, 2010
Our Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday Worship: 10:00
+++
View photos of church life at http://bit.ly/42Bwdp
Sunday, November 28, the First Sunday in Advent. Lectionary preaching texts can be read at: http://lectionary.library.vanderbilt.edu/texts.php?id=1
OUR OUTREACH MINISTRY OFFERING (OMO) FOR NOVEMBER WILL GO TO:
LifeTies, Inc. a private, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization
established in 1982 that serves youth in crisis. All of the programs
emphasize self-sufficiency and health care in conjunction with a
commitment to prevent the ongoing, generation-to-generation
dysfunctional behavioral patterns that so drastically affect the young
people we serve.
Triad House is a 24 hr residential group home program for male
and female Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgendered and Questioning (GLBTQ)
and GLBTQ-friendly youth, ages 14-18, who are victims of abuse, neglect
and/or homelessness.
Rainbow House is a 24 hr special needs housing program for
medically fragile female adolescents, ages 12-21, who are living with
Lupus, Diabetes, HIV and/or AIDS.
T.I.L.T. (Teenage Independent Living Training) is a program that
serves male and female adolescents, ages 15-21, which focuses on
independent living skills for those without family support.
Mary’s Place is a permanent supportive housing program for aging out youth (male and female), ages of 18-21. Read more at http://www.lifetiesinc.org/
SECOND HOUR (adult education) on November 28, Jason Bruner will speak about "New
Faces of Christianity".
THE HANGING OF THE GREEN GATHERING, originally scheduled for December,
has been postponed. We hope to reschedule the event in February.
CONGRATULATIONS TO ADAM AND CHRISTY, on the announcement of their engagement.
STEWARDSHIP LETTERS and pledge cards have been sent. If you did not
receive the stewardship letter and would like to, please let Pastor Jeff
know.
WE’RE COLLECTING NON PERISHABLE FOOD ITEMS to benefit The Crisis Ministry.
Food collection boxes are waiting at the church.
Food Drive for The Crisis Ministry
*Cans of vegetables—low-sodium
*Cans of fruit—low-fructose
Canned proteins—tuna, salmon, chicken, chili
Shelf-stable milk (like Parmalat)
Peanut butter
Hot cereal—(oatmeal, grits, cream of wheat)
Small/medium box of cold cereal
1–2 lbs. pasta
Small jelly, jam or honey (plastic container)
Boxed macaroni and cheese
1 lb. dried beans
2-lb. bags of rice
* These items are especially needed.
Low-sodium and low-sugar foods are appreciated!
NOTE: ALL CANS SHOULD BE #303 size or 12-16 oz.
NO GLASS CONTAINERS PLEASE!
Neighbors in need from throughout Mercer County will receive
nourishment from the food you donate. Thank you.
CHRISTMAS DINNER AND PAGEANT: December 12 beginning at 5 PM.
MOVIE NIGHT: The Book Club presents "Movie Night" at the home of Charles
and Carol McCollough on January 15th at 5:30pm for a POT LUCK DINNER
and movie "As It Is in Heaven". Afterward we will discuss and share our
thoughts about the movie. If you are planning on attending, please let
Charles or Carol Know. All are welcome.
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a support organization called Plan-USA. Read more at: http://www.planusa.org/
A DAILY REFLECTION:
In God's loving presence I unwind the past day,
starting from now and looking back, moment by moment.
I gather in all the goodness and light, in gratitude.
I attend to the shadows and what they say to me, seeking healing, courage, forgiveness.
from: sacredspace.ie
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE ABC: http://www.abc-usa.org /
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE UCC: http://ucc.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE AB: http://www.allianceofbaptists.org/
Blessings,
Jeff
Rev. Jeffrey W. Mays, Pastor
Christ Congregation
50 Walnut Lane
Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
www.ccprinceton.org
CHRIST CONGREGATION
November 21, 2010
Our Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday Worship: 10:00
+++
View photos of church life at http://bit.ly/42Bwdp
OUR OUTREACH MINISTRY OFFERING (OMO) FOR NOVEMBER WILL GO TO:
LifeTies, Inc. a private, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization
established in 1982 that serves youth in crisis. All of the programs
emphasize self-sufficiency and health care in conjunction with a
commitment to prevent the ongoing, generation-to-generation
dysfunctional behavioral patterns that so drastically affect the young
people we serve.
Triad House is a 24 hr residential group home program for male
and female Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgendered and Questioning (GLBTQ)
and GLBTQ-friendly youth, ages 14-18, who are victims of abuse, neglect
and/or homelessness.
Rainbow House is a 24 hr special needs housing program for
medically fragile female adolescents, ages 12-21, who are living with
Lupus, Diabetes, HIV and/or AIDS.
T.I.L.T. (Teenage Independent Living Training) is a program that
serves male and female adolescents, ages 15-21, which focuses on
independent living skills for those without family support.
Mary’s Place is a permanent supportive housing program for aging out youth (male and female), ages of 18-21. Read more at http://www.lifetiesinc.org/
SECOND HOUR (adult education) on November 21, Bill Gaventa will share "A
Nice Day" DVD, and on November 28, Jason Bruner will speak about "New
Faces of Christianity".
THANKSGIVING: A PBS American Experience program is available on line.
The first of a series is titled: After the Mayflower and portrays what
the first Thanksgiving might have been like. Watch the episode at: http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/amex/weshallremain/the_films/episode_1_trailer
Stewardship letters and pledge cards have been sent. If you did not
receive the stewardship letter and would like to, please let Pastor Jeff
know.
CONGRATULATIONS to Jen (and Julie too) Daysa. Jen is now the Director of
Youth Ministries at the Congregational Church (UCC) in Exeter, New
Hampshire!
WE’RE COLLECTING NON PERISHABLE FOOD ITEMS to benefit The Crisis Ministry.
Food collection boxes are waiting at the church.
Food Drive for The Crisis Ministry
*Cans of vegetables—low-sodium
*Cans of fruit—low-fructose
Canned proteins—tuna, salmon, chicken, chili
Shelf-stable milk (like Parmalat)
Peanut butter
Hot cereal—(oatmeal, grits, cream of wheat)
Small/medium box of cold cereal
1–2 lbs. pasta
Small jelly, jam or honey (plastic container)
Boxed macaroni and cheese
1 lb. dried beans
2-lb. bags of rice
* These items are especially needed.
Low-sodium and low-sugar foods are appreciated!
NOTE: ALL CANS SHOULD BE #303 size or 12-16 oz.
NO GLASS CONTAINERS PLEASE!
Neighbors in need from throughout Mercer County will receive
nourishment from the food you donate. Thank you.
CHRISTMAS DINNER AND PAGEANT: December 12.
MOVIE NIGHT: The Book Club presents "Movie Night" at the home of Charles
and Carol McCollough on January 15th at 5:30pm for a POT LUCK DINNER
and movie "As It Is in Heaven". Afterward we will discuss and share our
thoughts about the movie. If you are planning on attending, please let
Charles or Carol Know. All are welcome.
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a support organization called Plan-USA. Read more at: http://www.planusa.org/
A DAILY REFLECTION:
In God's loving presence I unwind the past day,
starting from now and looking back, moment by moment.
I gather in all the goodness and light, in gratitude.
I attend to the shadows and what they say to me, seeking healing, courage, forgiveness.
from: sacredspace.ie
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE ABC: http://www.abc-usa.org /
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE UCC: http://ucc.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE AB: http://www.allianceofbaptists.org/
Blessings,
Jeff
Rev. Jeffrey W. Mays, Pastor
Christ Congregation
50 Walnut Lane
Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
www.ccprinceton.org
CHRIST CONGREGATION
November 14, 2010
Our Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday Worship: 10:00
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View photos of church life at http://bit.ly/42Bwdp
Edward Hicks (1780 - 1849) The Peaceable Kingdom
GUEST PREACHER: Seminarian, Brian Warfield, will be our guest preacher this Sunday. His text will be Isaiah 65: 17-25.
SECOND HOUR (adult education) on November 14 we’ll continue our new DVD
series titled: Singing the Unsung with John Bell of the Iona Community
AND continue our discussions based on Living the Questions, Part II. On
November 21, Bill Gaventa will share "A Nice Day" DVD, and on November
28, Jason Bruner will speak about "New Faces of Christianity".
CONGRATULATIONS to Jen (and Julie too) Daysa. Jen is now the Director of
Youth Ministries at the Congregational Church (UCC) in Exeter, New
Hampshire!
SEMINARIAN, BRIAN WARFIELD, walked in the recent CROP Walk. Donations can be contributed during the next six weeks.
CONGRATULATIONS TO Michael and Amber Neuroth on the birth of their son, James Douglas Neuroth!!!
WE’RE COLLECTING NON PERISHABLE FOOD ITEMS to benefit The Crisis Ministry.
Food collection boxes are waiting at the church.
Food Drive for The Crisis Ministry
*Cans of vegetables—low-sodium
*Cans of fruit—low-fructose
Canned proteins—tuna, salmon, chicken, chili
Shelf-stable milk (like Parmalat)
Peanut butter
Hot cereal—(oatmeal, grits, cream of wheat)
Small/medium box of cold cereal
1–2 lbs. pasta
Small jelly, jam or honey (plastic container)
Boxed macaroni and cheese
1 lb. dried beans
2-lb. bags of rice
* These items are especially needed.
Low-sodium and low-sugar foods are appreciated!
NOTE: ALL CANS SHOULD BE #303 size or 12-16 oz.
NO GLASS CONTAINERS PLEASE!
Neighbors in need from throughout Mercer County will receive
nourishment from the food you donate. Thank you.
BOOK CLUB GATHERING:
"Sarah's Key" by Tatiana de Rosnay. We will be meeting at Joe &
Nancy Drosdick's home on Saturday November 20th at 7pm. Nancy &
Joseph Drosdick, 5 Lawrence Lane, Lawrenceville NJ 08761, 609-895-1408.
MOVIE NIGHT: The Book Club presents "Movie Night" at the home of Charles
and Carol McCollough on January 15th at 5:30pm for a POT LUCK DINNER
and movie "As It Is in Heaven". Afterward we will discuss and share our
thoughts about the movie. If you are planning on attending either Book
Club night, Nov 21 or Jan 15th, please let Helene Lis or the person
hosting the Book Club know that you will be coming. All are welcome!
THANKSGIVING: A PBS American Experience program is available on line.
The first of a series is titled: After the Mayflower and portrays what
the first Thanksgiving might have been like. Watch the episode at: http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/amex/weshallremain/the_films/episode_1_trailer
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a support organization called Plan-USA. Read more at: http://www.planusa.org/
CHRISTMAS DINNER AND PAGEANT: December 12.
A DAILY REFLECTION:
In God's loving presence I unwind the past day,
starting from now and looking back, moment by moment.
I gather in all the goodness and light, in gratitude.
I attend to the shadows and what they say to me, seeking healing, courage, forgiveness.
from: sacredspace.ie
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE ABC: http://www.abc-usa.org /
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE UCC: http://ucc.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE AB: http://www.allianceofbaptists.org/
Blessings,
Jeff
Rev. Jeffrey W. Mays, Pastor
Christ Congregation
50 Walnut Lane
Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
www.ccprinceton.org
CHRIST CONGREGATION
October 31, 2010
Our Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday Worship: 10:00
+++
View photos of church life at http://bit.ly/42Bwdp
Sunday, October 31, a FIFTH SUNDAY as we offer an alternative worship
format, we invite you to A SERVICE OF PSALMS & HYMNS OF PRAISE plus
songs of praise from the IONA COMMUNITY.
THIS SUNDAY, OUR OLDER YOUTH will remain with us in the sanctuary for
the Fifth Sunday worship program. Younger youth will have Sunday school
class.
SECOND HOUR (adult education) on October 31 and November 14 we’ll
continue our new DVD series titled: Singing the Unsung with John Bell of
the Iona Community AND continue our discussions based on Living the
Questions, Part II.
THE BOARD OF DEACONS invite all who are considering church membership to
meet following worship and coffee time on Sunday, November 7.
SEMINARIAN, BRIAN WARFIELD, walked in the recent CROP Walk. Donations can be contributed during the next six weeks.
CONGRATULATIONS TO Michael and Amber Neuroth on the birth of their son, James Douglas Neuroth!!!
WE’RE COLLECTING NON PERISHABLE FOOD ITEMS to benefit The Crisis Ministry.
Food collection boxes are waiting at the church.
Food Drive for The Crisis Ministry
*Cans of vegetables—low-sodium
*Cans of fruit—low-fructose
Canned proteins—tuna, salmon, chicken, chili
Shelf-stable milk (like Parmalat)
Peanut butter
Hot cereal—(oatmeal, grits, cream of wheat)
Small/medium box of cold cereal
1–2 lbs. pasta
Small jelly, jam or honey (plastic container)
Boxed macaroni and cheese
1 lb. dried beans
2-lb. bags of rice
* These items are especially needed.
Low-sodium and low-sugar foods are appreciated!
NOTE: ALL CANS SHOULD BE #303 size or 12-16 oz.
NO GLASS CONTAINERS PLEASE!
Neighbors in need from throughout Mercer County will receive
nourishment from the food you donate. Thank you.
MOVIE NIGHT: The Book Club presents "Movie Night" at the home of Charles
and Carol McCollough on January 15th at 5:30pm for a POT LUCK DINNER
and movie "As It Is in Heaven". Afterward we will discuss and share our
thoughts about the movie. If you are planning on attending either Book
Club night, Nov 21 or Jan 15th, please let Helene Lis or the person
hosting the Book Club know that you will be coming. All are welcome!
THANKSGIVING: A PBS American Experience program is available on line.
The first of a series is titled: After the Mayflower and portrays what
the first Thanksgiving might have been like. Watch the episode at: http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/amex/weshallremain/the_films/episode_1_trailer
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a support organization called Plan-USA. Read more at: http://www.planusa.org/
BOOK CLUB GATHERING:
"Sarah's Key" by Tatiana de Rosnay. We will be meeting at Joe &
Nancy Drosdick's home on Saturday November 20th at 7pm. Nancy &
Joseph Drosdick, 5 Lawrence Lane, Lawrenceville NJ 08761, 609-895-1408.
CHRISTMAS DINNER AND PAGEANT: December 12.
A DAILY REFLECTION:
In God's loving presence I unwind the past day,
starting from now and looking back, moment by moment.
I gather in all the goodness and light, in gratitude.
I attend to the shadows and what they say to me, seeking healing, courage, forgiveness.
from: sacredspace.ie
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE ABC: http://www.abc-usa.org /
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE UCC: http://ucc.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE AB: http://www.allianceofbaptists.org/
Blessings,
Jeff
Rev. Jeffrey W. Mays, Pastor
Christ Congregation
50 Walnut Lane
Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
www.ccprinceton.org
CHRIST CONGREGATION
October 24, 2010
Our Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday Worship: 10:00
+++
View photos of church life at http://bit.ly/42Bwdp
JESUS MAFA. The Pharisee and the Publican, from Art in the Christian Tradition,
a project of the Vanderbilt Divinity Library, Nashville, TN.
WORK DAY AT THE CHURCH: Saturday, October 23, 9 a.m. to noon.
BOOK CLUB: "The Roman Empire and the New Testament" by Warren Carter.
We will meet on Oct 23, 7:00 pm at the home of Joe and Carol Sundeen.
LECTIONARY TEXTS FOR THIS SUNDAY CAN BE READ AT: http://lectionary.library.vanderbilt.edu/texts.php?id=285
THE OUTREACH MINISTRY OFFERING for October (OMO) will go to the ABC World Mission Offering. Read more at: http://www.internationalministries.org/drives/wmo_2010
SEMINARIAN, BRIAN WARFIELD, walked in last week’s CROP Walk. Donations
can be contributed during the next six weeks. Brian wrote the following
about his experience:
“After the service, I missed the church-wide meeting in order to attend
the CROP walk with my family. While it was not very enjoyable physically
(walking 5 miles without any practice rarely is), there was something
to be gained spiritually and pastorally. I only wish that I had spent
more of the time thinking about "spiritual" things rather than when the
walk would end. Even so, it was an encouraging experience to see various
Christian and Jewish congregations interacting with one another and
participating in an activity that seeks to help the people the Hebrew
Prophets and Christ were most concerned about. As I overheard some
teenage girls discussing the overall value of the walk, I felt compelled
to agree with the girl who said, "What's the point of walking? It's not
like walking is going to end hunger." Right she was. But as I continued
to think about why we were walking, I came to the conclusion that we
were walking for three different types of people: ourselves, other
individuals at the park, and the hungry. We walk for ourselves so that
charity does not become a disinterested, impersonal activity where I can
donate money online and never move my feet an inch in the direction of
the poor and hungry. We need to be changed; we need to be engaged. So we
walk. We also walk so those passing by will see that there is a
brotherhood among all of God's children and that these timeless
principles of caring for the needy are so great and so vital that we
must join together in practicing them. Finally, and most importantly, we
walk for the hungry so that their cause is taken up by people who will
do more than write a check and go on about their lives. By walking, we
give our friends and family some face to keep in their minds as they
think about the reality of millions of people suffering from
malnourishment.”
WE’RE COLLECTING NON PERISHABLE FOOD ITEMS to benefit The Crisis Ministry.
Food collection boxes are waiting at the church.
Food Drive for The Crisis Ministry
*Cans of vegetables—low-sodium
*Cans of fruit—low-fructose
Canned proteins—tuna, salmon, chicken, chili
Shelf-stable milk (like Parmalat)
Peanut butter
Hot cereal—(oatmeal, grits, cream of wheat)
Small/medium box of cold cereal
1–2 lbs. pasta
Small jelly, jam or honey (plastic container)
Boxed macaroni and cheese
1 lb. dried beans
2-lb. bags of rice
* These items are especially needed.
Low-sodium and low-sugar foods are appreciated!
NOTE: ALL CANS SHOULD BE #303 size or 12-16 oz.
NO GLASS CONTAINERS PLEASE!
Neighbors in need from throughout Mercer County will receive
nourishment from the food you donate. Thank you.
SECOND HOUR (adult education) on October 24: We’ll continue our new DVD
series titled: Singing the Unsung with John Bell. John Bell is an
ordained minister in the Church of Scotland. Rev. Bell has produced many
collections of original hymns, songs, and liturgies through Wild Goose
Resource Group, including two collections of songs of the World Church.
He lectures throughout the world and is primarily concerned with the
renewal of congregational worship at the grass roots level. Rev. Bell is
a member of the Iona Community.
FIFTH SUNDAY: October 31, as is our custom, we try to present an
alternative worship program on fifth Sundays. On the 31st we’ll have a
service of Psalms and Hymns of Praise, including songs of praise from
the Iona Community.
THANKSGIVING: A PBS American Experience program is available on line.
The first of a series is titled: After the Mayflower and portrays what
the first Thanksgiving might have been like. Watch the episode at: http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/amex/weshallremain/the_films/episode_1_trailer
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a support organization called Plan-USA. Read more at: http://www.planusa.org/
BOOK CLUB GATHERING:
"Sarah's Key" by Tatiana de Rosnay. We will be meeting at Joe & Nancy Drosdick's home on Saturday November 20th at 7pm.
Below is their address, if you need specific directions please see them at church or call 609-895-1408. They do not have email.
Nancy & Joseph Drosdick, 5 Lawrence Lane, Lawrenceville NJ 08761, 609-895-1408
A DAILY REFLECTION:
In God's loving presence I unwind the past day,
starting from now and looking back, moment by moment.
I gather in all the goodness and light, in gratitude.
I attend to the shadows and what they say to me, seeking healing, courage, forgiveness.
from: sacredspace.ie
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE ABC: http://www.abc-usa.org /
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE UCC: http://ucc.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE AB: http://www.allianceofbaptists.org/
Blessings,
Jeff
Rev. Jeffrey W. Mays, Pastor
Christ Congregation
50 Walnut Lane
Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
www.ccprinceton.org
CHRIST CONGREGATION
October 17, 2010
Our Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday Worship: 10:00
+++
View photos of church life at http://bit.ly/42Bwdp
Gauguin, Paul
Vision After the Sermon, Jacob Wrestling with the Angel
LECTIONARY TEXTS FOR THIS SUNDAY CAN BE READ AT: http://lectionary.library.vanderbilt.edu/texts.php?id=284
THE OUTREACH MINISTRY OFFERING for October (OMO) will go to the ABC World Mission Offering. Read more at: http://www.internationalministries.org/drives/wmo_2010
OCTOBER 17, FOLLOWING WORSHIP, WE’LL HAVE A CONGREGATIONAL MEETING.
CROP Walk: October 17, beginning at 1 PM at Mercer Park. See Brian for details.
Check out our Christ Congregation page at http://tinyurl.com/24lnrhj
Brian Warfield’s page at http://tinyurl.com/2ftyxjf ; Donations can be made on line!
WE’RE COLLECTING NON PERISHABLE FOOD ITEMS to benefit The Crisis Ministry.
Food collection boxes are waiting at the church.
Food Drive for The Crisis Ministry
*Cans of vegetables—low-sodium
*Cans of fruit—low-fructose
Canned proteins—tuna, salmon, chicken, chili
Shelf-stable milk (like Parmalat)
Peanut butter
Hot cereal—(oatmeal, grits, cream of wheat)
Small/medium box of cold cereal
1–2 lbs. pasta
Small jelly, jam or honey (plastic container)
Boxed macaroni and cheese
1 lb. dried beans
2-lb. bags of rice
* These items are especially needed.
Low-sodium and low-sugar foods are appreciated!
NOTE: ALL CANS SHOULD BE #303 size or 12-16 oz.
NO GLASS CONTAINERS PLEASE!
Neighbors in need from throughout Mercer County will receive
nourishment from the food you donate. Thank you.
WORK DAY AT THE CHURCH: Saturday, October 23, 9 a.m. to noon.
SECOND HOUR (adult education) on October 24: We’ll continue our new DVD
series titled: Singing the Unsung with John Bell. John Bell is an
ordained minister in the Church of Scotland. Rev. Bell has produced many
collections of original hymns, songs, and liturgies through Wild Goose
Resource Group, including two collections of songs of the World Church.
He lectures throughout the world and is primarily concerned with the
renewal of congregational worship at the grass roots level. Rev. Bell is
a member of the Iona Community.
FLOODING IN PAKISTAN: Read what two of our denominations are doing to help flood victims in Pakistan. http://www.ucc.org/disaster/pakistan/
http://www.facebook.com/InternationalMinistries
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a support organization called Plan-USA. Read more at: http://www.planusa.org/
BOOK CLUB GATHERINGS:
"The Roman Empire and the New Testament" by Warren Carter.
We will meet on Oct 23, 7:00 pm at the Sundeen's.
"Sarah's Key" by Tatiana de Rosnay. We will be meeting at Joe & Nancy Drosdick's home on Saturday November 20th at 7pm.
Below is their address, if you need specific directions please see them at church or call 609-895-1408. They do not have email.
Nancy & Joseph Drosdick, 5 Lawrence Lane, Lawrenceville NJ 08761, 609-895-1408
A DAILY REFLECTION:
In God's loving presence I unwind the past day,
starting from now and looking back, moment by moment.
I gather in all the goodness and light, in gratitude.
I attend to the shadows and what they say to me, seeking healing, courage, forgiveness.
from: sacredspace.ie
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE ABC: http://www.abc-usa.org /
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE UCC: http://ucc.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE AB: http://www.allianceofbaptists.org/
Blessings,
Jeff
Rev. Jeffrey W. Mays, Pastor
Christ Congregation
50 Walnut Lane
Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
www.ccprinceton.org
CHRIST CONGREGATION
October 10, 2010
Our Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday Worship: 10:00
+++
View photos of church life at http://bit.ly/42Bwdp
Christ Healing a Leper, Rembrandt. C.1657-60
LECTIONARY TEXTS FOR THIS SUNDAY CAN BE READ AT: http://lectionary.library.vanderbilt.edu/texts.php?id=283
THE OUTREACH MINISTRY OFFERING for October (OMO) will go to the ABC World Mission Offering. Read more at: http://www.internationalministries.org/drives/wmo_2010
HOPEWELL TOUR DES ARTS: Saturday and Sunday, October 9 and 10. Over 30
artists' studios open for public tours in and around Hopewell Borough.
Read more at http://www.hopewellarts.com/
SECOND HOUR (adult education) on October 10: We’ll begin a new DVD series titled: Singing the Unsung
with John Bell. John Bell is an ordained minister in the Church of
Scotland. Rev. Bell has produced many collections of original hymns,
songs, and liturgies through Wild Goose Resource Group, including two
collections of songs of the World Church. He lectures throughout the
world and is primarily concerned with the renewal of congregational
worship at the grass roots level. Rev. Bell is a member of the Iona
Community.
CROP Walk: October 17, beginning at 1 PM at Mercer Park. See Brian for details.
Check out our Christ Congregation page at http://tinyurl.com/24lnrhj ;
Brian Warfield’s page at http://tinyurl.com/2ftyxjf ; Donations can be made on line!
WE’RE COLLECTING NON PERISHABLE FOOD ITEMS to benefit The Crisis Ministry.
Food collection boxes are waiting at the church.
Food Drive for The Crisis Ministry
*Cans of vegetables—low-sodium
*Cans of fruit—low-fructose
Canned proteins—tuna, salmon, chicken, chili
Shelf-stable milk (like Parmalat)
Peanut butter
Hot cereal—(oatmeal, grits, cream of wheat)
Small/medium box of cold cereal
1–2 lbs. pasta
Small jelly, jam or honey (plastic container)
Boxed macaroni and cheese
1 lb. dried beans
2-lb. bags of rice
* These items are especially needed.
Low-sodium and low-sugar foods are appreciated!
NOTE: ALL CANS SHOULD BE #303 size or 12-16 oz.
NO GLASS CONTAINERS PLEASE!
Neighbors in need from throughout Mercer County will receive
nourishment from the food you donate. Thank you.
FLOODING IN PAKISTAN: Read what two of our denominations are doing to help flood victims in Pakistan. http://www.ucc.org/disaster/pakistan/
http://www.facebook.com/InternationalMinistries
BEVERLY McNALLY is to be nominated for the Edwin T. Dahlberg Peace
Award. We would like to have CC support this nomination. Read more about
the Dahlberg Award at:
http://levellers.wordpress.com/dahlberg-award-winners/ ;
SUNDAY SCHOOL: The Sunday School is in need of volunteers to help with
teaching. Each volunteer would need to commit to just two weeks of
teaching. We have new curriculum that is very user friendly and requires
minimal preparation. There are 2 classes- a younger class for children
age 6 and under with 2 to 5 children attending each week, and an older
class with 2 to 4 children each week. Come join us as we minister to
the youngest in our midst. Please contact Kate Simon (katie.r.simon@gmail.com 609-218-0277) or Pastor Jeff.
CHURCH COUNCIL meets October 13, at the church, 7:30 PM.
MEETING OF THE CONGREGATION following worship on October 17.
WORK DAY: Saturday, October 23, from 9 to 12. Time to spruce up the church --- inside and out!
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a support organization called Plan-USA. Read more at: http://www.planusa.org/ ; ;
BOOK CLUB GATHERINGS:
"The Roman Empire and the New Testament" by Warren Carter.
We will meet on Oct 23, 7:00 pm at the Sundeen's.
"Sarah's Key" by Tatiana de Rosnay. We will be meeting at Joe & Nancy Drosdick's home on Saturday November 20th at 7pm.
Below is their address, if you need specific directions please see them at church or call 609-895-1408. They do not have email.
Nancy & Joseph Drosdick, 5 Lawrence Lane, Lawrenceville NJ 08761, 609-895-1408
A DAILY REFLECTION:
In God's loving presence I unwind the past day,
starting from now and looking back, moment by moment.
I gather in all the goodness and light, in gratitude.
I attend to the shadows and what they say to me, seeking healing, courage, forgiveness.
from: sacredspace.ie
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE ABC: http://www.abc-usa.org /
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE UCC: http://ucc.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE AB: http://www.allianceofbaptists.org/
Blessings,
Jeff
Rev. Jeffrey W. Mays, Pastor
Christ Congregation
50 Walnut Lane
Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
www.ccprinceton.org
CHRIST CONGREGATION
October 3, 2010
World Communion Sunday
Our Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday Worship: 10:00
+++
View photos of church life at http://bit.ly/42Bwdp
World Communion Sunday
BEVERLY McNALLY is to be nominated for the Edwin T. Dahlberg Peace
Award. We would like to have CC support this nomination. Read more about
the Dahlberg Award at:
http://levellers.wordpress.com/dahlberg-award-winners/ ;
SUNDAY SCHOOL: The Sunday School is in need of volunteers to help with
teaching. Each volunteer would need to commit to just two weeks of
teaching. We have new curriculum that is very user friendly and requires
minimal preparation. There are 2 classes- a younger class for children
age 6 and under with 2 to 5 children attending each week, and an older
class with 2 to 4 children each week. Come join us as we minister to
the youngest in our midst. Please contact Kate Simon (katie.r.simon@gmail.com 609-218-0277) or Pastor Jeff.
CHURCH COUNCIL meets October 13, at the church, 7:30 PM.
MEETING OF THE CONGREGATION following worship on October 17.
WORK DAY: Saturday, October 23, from 9 to 12. Time to spruce up the church --- inside and out!
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a support organization called Plan-USA. Read more at: http://www.planusa.org/ ;
BOOK CLUB GATHERINGS:
"The Roman Empire and the New Testament" by Warren Carter.
We will meet on Oct 23, 7:00 pm at the Sundeen's.
"Sarah's Key" by Tatiana de Rosnay. We will be meeting at Joe & Nancy Drosdick's home on Saturday November 20th at 7pm.
Below is their address, if you need specific directions please see them at church or call 609-895-1408. They do not have email.
Nancy & Joseph Drosdick, 5 Lawrence Lane, Lawrenceville NJ 08761, 609-895-1408
A DAILY REFLECTION:
In God's loving presence I unwind the past day,
starting from now and looking back, moment by moment.
I gather in all the goodness and light, in gratitude.
I attend to the shadows and what they say to me, seeking healing, courage, forgiveness.
from: sacredspace.ie
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE ABC: http://www.abc-usa.org /
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE UCC: http://ucc.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE AB: http://www.allianceofbaptists.org/
Blessings,
Jeff
Rev. Jeffrey W. Mays, Pastor
Christ Congregation
50 Walnut Lane
Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
www.ccprinceton.org
CHRIST CONGREGATION
September 26, 2010
The Eighteenth Sunday After Pentecost
Our Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday Worship: 10:00
+++
View photos of church life at http://bit.ly/42Bwdp The
Parable of Lazarus and Dives, Codex Aureus.
THE OUTREACH
MINISTRY OFFERING for September (OMO) will go to the Neighbors In Need offering.
Read more at: http://tinyurl.com/27fuatp
FLOODING IN PAKISTAN: Read what two of our denominations are doing to help
flood victims in Pakistan. http://www.ucc.org/disaster/pakistan/
http://www.facebook.com/InternationalMinistries
IN SECOND HOUR THIS WEEK: Yosi Weldemedhir, a graduate student at the Woodrow
Wilson School of Princeton University, recently returned from a year in
Tunisia. In second hour, she will start with a general introduction of the country, population,
culture, religion, and a short history of its colonial past. Yosi writes: “I
will be discussing my experiences in this country of contradictions - Tunisia's
abundant beaches make it a haven for bikini-clad tourists although it is still
a place of traditions and one where a woman's value is judged by her
'marriage-ability'. I will be discussing my life in the past year and also
provide a glimpse into the lives of my Tunisian friends, a wonderful group of
people I have come to love. I intend to touch upon their religious, social and
political lives to provide a better idea of what life is really like for the
citizens.”
LYNN HARPER
WRITES that she “…has been called as the Interim Protestant Pastor for the
Seabrook Village Retirement Community in Tinton Falls, where she currently
serves as the Interfaith Chaplain.
Beginning in October, she will be leading Sunday worship at Seabrook.”
BEVERLY McNALLY
is to be nominated for the Edwin T. Dahlberg Peace Award. We would like to have
CC support this nomination. Read more about the Dahlberg Award at:
SUNDAY SCHOOL: The Sunday School is in need of volunteers to help
with teaching. Each volunteer would need to commit to just two weeks of
teaching. We have new curriculum that is very user friendly and requires
minimal preparation. There are 2 classes- a younger class for children age 6
and under with 2 to 5 children attending each week, and an older class with 2 to
4 children each week. Come join us as we minister to the youngest in our
midst. Please contact Kate Simon (katie.r.simon@gmail.com 609-218-0277) or
Pastor Jeff.
SUKKOT - The Feast of Booths
The Crisis Ministry of Princeton and Trenton, Jewish Family and Community
Services, and Mercer Alliance to End Homelessness Invite You to a:
Sukkah Unveiling
Saturday, September 25, 2:00 p.m., Palmer Square, Princeton
The sukkah is a symbol of the fragile dwellings of the Israelites as they
wandered the desert for 40 years after the exodus from Egypt.
It will also remind us of the fragile housing situation of low-income residents
of Mercer County.
CHURCH COUNCIL meets October 13, at the church, 7:30 PM.
MEETING OF THE CONGREGATION following worship on October 17.
WORK DAY:
Saturday, October 23, from 9 to 12. Time to spruce up the church --- inside and
out!
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a support
organization called Plan-USA. Read more at: http://www.planusa.org/
BOOK CLUB GATHERINGS:
"The Roman
Empire and the New Testament" by Warren Carter.
We will meet on Oct 23, 7:00 pm at the Sundeen's.
"Sarah's
Key" by Tatiana de Rosnay. We will be meeting at Joe & Nancy
Drosdick's home on Saturday November 20th at 7pm.
Below is their
address, if you need specific directions please see them at church or call
609-895-1408. They do not have email.
Nancy & Joseph Drosdick, 5 Lawrence Lane, Lawrenceville NJ 08761, 609-895-1408
A DAILY REFLECTION:
In God's loving presence I unwind the past day,
starting from now and looking back, moment by moment.
I gather in all the goodness and light, in gratitude.
I attend to the shadows and what they say to me, seeking healing, courage,
forgiveness.
from: sacredspace.ie
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE ABC: http://www.abc-usa.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE UCC: http://ucc.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE AB: http://www.allianceofbaptists.org/
Blessings,
Jeff
Rev. Jeffrey W. Mays, Pastor
Christ Congregation
50 Walnut Lane
Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
www.ccprinceton.org
CHRIST CONGREGATION
September 19, 2010
The Seventeenth Sunday After Pentecost
Our Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday Worship: 10:00
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View photos of church life at http://bit.ly/42Bwdp
We welcome Brian Warfield and Misty, Noah and Carter to Christ Congregation.
Brian will begin his field education placement with us on September 19.
SUNDAY SCHOOL: Sunday School starts on September 19th! Did you know
there are only fourteen Sundays between then and Christmas? The Sunday
School is in need of volunteers to help out during each of those
fourteen Sundays. Each volunteer would need to commit to just two weeks
of teaching. We have new curriculum that is very user friendly and
requires minimal preparation. There are 2 classes- a younger class for
children age 6 and under with 2 to 5 children attending each week, and
an older class with 2 to 4 children each week. Come join us as we
minister to the youngest in our midst. Please contact Kate Simon (katie.r.simon@gmail.com 609-218-0277) or Pastor Jeff.
September 21st is the annual
International Day of Prayer for Peace, sponsored by the World Council of
Church’s and coinciding with the UN’s International Day of Peace. The
International Day of Prayer for Peace offers an opportunity for church
communities around the world to pray and act together to nurture a just
peace in the hearts of people, their families, communities and
societies. The idea was proposed in 2004 during a meeting between WCC
general secretary Rev. Dr Samuel Kobia and UN Secretary General Kofi
Annan. The focus for this year is Africa and theme is "Work and Pray in Hope for Peace.”
Pray for Peace- Take a moment to pray for peace on September 21st or dedicate a worship service to peace in your community.
Work for Peace-
Take action by contacting your Senator to ask him/her to ratify the New
START Treaty to ensure U.S. security and take a step toward further
nuclear disarmament.
SUKKOT - The Feast of Booths
The Crisis Ministry of Princeton and Trenton, Jewish Family and
Community Services, and Mercer Alliance to End Homelessness Invite You
to a:
Sukkah Unveiling
Saturday, September 25, 2:00 p.m., Palmer Square, Princeton
The sukkah is a symbol of the fragile dwellings of the Israelites as
they wandered the desert for 40 years after the exodus from Egypt.
It will also remind us of the fragile housing situation of low-income residents of Mercer County.
CHURCH COUNCIL meets October 13, at the church, 7:30 PM.
MEETING OF THE CONGREGATION following worship on October 17.
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a support organization called Plan-USA. Read more at: http://www.planusa.org/
Randy Hodges Jr and his fiancee, Amanda, won the wedding contest. Thanks to all who helped them win!
UPCOMING BOOK CLUB DATES:
"The Elegance of the Hedgehog" by Muriel Barbery.
The book club will meet on Sept 18, 7:00 pm at Sally Handy-Zarnstorff's home.
"The Roman Empire and the New Testament" by Warren Carter.
We will meet on Oct 23, 7:00 pm at the Sundeen's.
A DAILY REFLECTION:
In God's loving presence I unwind the past day,
starting from now and looking back, moment by moment.
I gather in all the goodness and light, in gratitude.
I attend to the shadows and what they say to me, seeking healing, courage, forgiveness.
from: sacredspace.ie
FOR THIS SEASON:
May the rains sweep gentle across your fields,
May the sun warm the land,
May every good seed you have planted bear fruit,
And late summer find you standing in fields of plenty.
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE ABC: http://www.abc-usa.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE UCC: http://ucc.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE AB: http://www.allianceofbaptists.org/
Blessings,
Jeff
Rev. Jeffrey W. Mays, Pastor
Christ Congregation
50 Walnut Lane
Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
www.ccprinceton.org
CHRIST
CONGREGATION
September 12, 2010
The Sixteenth Sunday After
Pentecost
Our Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton,
NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday Worship: 10:00
+++
View
photos of church life at http://bit.ly/42Bwdp
Domenico Feti (1589-1623)
Parable of the Lost Drachma
Oil on wood 1618-1622
THE
OUTREACH MINISTRY OFFERING for September (OMO) will go to
the Neighbors In Need offering. Read more at:
http://tinyurl.com/27fuatp
CONGRATULATIONS
to Dan and Linda on the birth of their granddaughter Agnes Ying-Lin.
FLOODING IN PAKISTAN: Read what two of our denominations are
doing to help flood victims in Pakistan.
http://www.ucc.org/disaster/pakistan/
http://www.facebook.com/InternationalMinistries
SUNDAY SCHOOL AND SECOND HOUR (Adult Education) will begin on
September 19.
SUNDAY SCHOOL: Sunday School starts on September
19th! Did you know there are only fourteen Sundays between then
and Christmas? The Sunday School is in need of volunteers to help out
during each of those fourteen Sundays. Each volunteer would
need to commit to just two weeks of teaching. We have new curriculum
that is very user friendly and requires minimal preparation. There
are 2 classes- a younger class for children age 6 and under with 2 to
5 children attending each week, and an older class with 2 to 4
children each week. Come join us as we minister to the youngest
in our midst. Please contact Kate Simon (katie.r.simon@gmail.com
609-218-0277) or Pastor Jeff.
SEMINARIAN
Brian Warfield, a Middler at Princeton Theological Seminary, will begin
his field education placement at CC on September 19.
NEW FENCE: Thanks to Collin (and
helpers) for building a new fence around the playground area. This
was Collin's Eagle Scout project.
CHARLES AND CAROL will be
spending September in Colorado where Charles will serve as Artist in
Residence at First Congregational Church of Boulder.
http://www.firstcong.net/
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo
through a support organization called Plan-USA. Read more at: http://www.planusa.org/ ;
UPCOMING
BOOK CLUB DATES:
"The Elegance of the Hedgehog" by
Muriel Barbery.
The book club will meet on Sept 18, 7:00 pm at
Sally Handy-Zarnstorff's home.
"The Roman Empire and the
New Testament" by Warren Carter.
We will meet on Oct 23, 7:00
pm at the Sundeen's.
A DAILY REFLECTION:
In God's loving
presence I unwind the past day,
starting from now and looking
back, moment by moment.
I gather in all the goodness and light, in
gratitude.
I attend to the shadows and what they say to me,
seeking healing, courage, forgiveness.
from: sacredspace.ie
FOR
THIS SEASON:
May the rains sweep gentle across your fields,
May
the sun warm the land,
May every good seed you have planted bear
fruit,
And late summer find you standing in fields of plenty.
SEE
WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE ABC: http://www.abc-usa.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE UCC: http://ucc.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE AB:
http://www.allianceofbaptists.org/
Blessings,
Jeff
Rev. Jeffrey W. Mays, Pastor
Christ
Congregation
50 Walnut Lane
Princeton, NJ
08540
609.921.6253
www.ccprinceton.org
CHRIST CONGREGATION
September 5, 2010
The Fifteenth Sunday After Pentecost
Our Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday Worship: 10:00
+++
View photos of church life at http://bit.ly/42Bwdp 
Dearest Father in Heaven,
Bless this child and bless this day
Of new beginnings.
Smile upon this child
And surround this child, Lord,
With the soft mantle of your love.
Teach this child to follow in your footsteps,
And to live life in the ways of
Love, faith, hope and charity.
–an Irish Blessing
CONGRATULATIONS (Wow, lots of babies)
TO THE BARTA Family on the birth of Connor, born August 26.
TO THE HODGES Family on the birth of Autumn, born August 25.
TO THE WARFIELD Family on the birth of Carter, born August 6.
LECTIONARY READING FOR THIS WEEK CAN BE READ AT: http://tinyurl.com/23fzvc5
THE OUTREACH MINISTRY OFFERING for September (OMO) will go to the
Neighbors In Need offering. Read more at: http://tinyurl.com/27fuatp
FLOODING IN PAKISTAN: Read what two of our denominations are doing to help flood victims in Pakistan. http://www.ucc.org/disaster/pakistan/
http://www.facebook.com/InternationalMinistries
SEPTEMBER COMMUNION will be celebrated on the second Sunday in September, September 12.
SUNDAY SCHOOL AND SECOND HOUR (Adult Education) will begin on September 19.
SUNDAY SCHOOL: Sunday School starts on September 19th! Did you know
there are only fourteen Sundays between then and Christmas? The Sunday
School is in need of volunteers to help out during each of those
fourteen Sundays. Each volunteer would need to commit to just two weeks
of teaching. We have new curriculum that is very user friendly and
requires minimal preparation. There are 2 classes- a younger class for
children age 6 and under with 2 to 5 children attending each week, and
an older class with 2 to 4 children each week. Come join us as we
minister to the youngest in our midst. Please contact Kate Simon (katie.r.simon@gmail.com 609-218-0277) or Pastor Jeff.
NEW FENCE: Thanks to Collin (and helpers) for building a new fence
around the playground area. This was Collin's Eagle Scout project.
CHARLES AND CAROL will be spending September in Colorado where Charles
will serve as Artist in Residence at First Congregational Church of
Boulder. http://www.firstcong.net/
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a support organization called Plan-USA.
Here is a recent photo we received from our student, Magnoudewa, with her mother and brother.
UPCOMING BOOK CLUB DATES:
"The Elegance of the Hedgehog" by Muriel Barbery.
The book club will meet on Sept 18, 7:00 pm at Sally Handy-Zarnstorff's home.
"The Roman Empire and the New Testament" by Warren Carter.
We will meet on Oct 23, 7:00 pm at the Sundeen's.
A DAILY REFLECTION:
In God's loving presence I unwind the past day,
starting from now and looking back, moment by moment.
I gather in all the goodness and light, in gratitude.
I attend to the shadows and what they say to me, seeking healing, courage, forgiveness.
from: sacredspace.ie
FOR THIS SEASON:
May the rains sweep gentle across your fields,
May the sun warm the land,
May every good seed you have planted bear fruit,
And late summer find you standing in fields of plenty.
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE ABC: http://www.abc-usa.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE UCC: http://ucc.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE AB: http://www.allianceofbaptists.org/
Blessings,
Jeff
Rev. Jeffrey W. Mays, Pastor
Christ Congregation
50 Walnut Lane
Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
www.ccprinceton.org
CHRIST CONGREGATION
August 29, 2010
The Fourteenth Sunday After Pentecost
Our Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday Worship: 10:00
+++
View photos of church life at http://bit.ly/42Bwdp
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FIFTH
SUNDAY HYMN SING: As is now our custom at CC, we try to have an
alternative worship format on fifth Sundays. On August 29, we're having a
hymn sing --- so come prepared to sing some of your favorite oldies.
Scroll down and you’ll find a list of songs and hymns. Think about your
favorites. On Sunday, during worship, you’ll have an opportunity to
request one (or more) of your favorites — and, we’d like you to tell us
why the song has special meaning for you.
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE HODGES Family on the birth of Autumn, born August 25.
OUTREACH MINISTRY OFFERING: The OMO for July and August will go to the
establishment of a Social Action discretionary fund. The past few years,
natural disasters, sudden human-caused catastrophes, and a number of
more localized emergencies have occurred and demanded our attention. The
Social Action Committee would like to build a fund that allows Christ
Congregation to respond to these occurrences. Of course, the BP oil
spill is on our minds this year, and we will likely look into partnering
with organizations we have worked with in the past to help address the
needs as they continue to arise.
FLOODING IN PAKISTAN: Read what two of our denominations are doing to help flood victims in Pakistan. http://www.ucc.org/disaster/pakistan/
http://www.facebook.com/InternationalMinistries
SEPTEMBER COMMUNION will be celebrated on the second Sunday in September, September 12.
SUNDAY SCHOOL AND SECOND HOUR (Adult Education) will begin on September 19.
NEW
FENCE: Thanks to Collin (and helpers) for building a new fence around
the playground area. This was Collin's Eagle Scout project.
CHARLES AND CAROL will be spending September in Colorado where Charles
will serve as Artist in Residence at First Congregational Church of
Boulder. http://www.firstcong.net/
CONGRATULATIONS to Brian and Misty Warfield (and big brother Noah) on
the birth of their son Carter, born August 6th, 2010. He weighs 7lbs
12oz and is 20.5 inches long. Brian will be working at CC during the
coming academic year as our seminarian.
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a support organization called Plan-USA.
Here is a recent photo we received from our student, Magnoudewa, with her mother and brother.
UPCOMING BOOK CLUB DATES:
"The Elegance of the Hedgehog" by Muriel Barbery.
The book club will meet on Sept 18, 7:00 pm at Sally Handy-Zarnstorff's home.
"The Roman Empire and the New Testament" by Warren Carter.
We will meet on Oct 23, 7:00 pm at the Sundeen's.
A DAILY REFLECTION:
In God's loving presence I unwind the past day,
starting from now and looking back, moment by moment.
I gather in all the goodness and light, in gratitude.
I attend to the shadows and what they say to me, seeking healing, courage, forgiveness.
from: sacredspace.ie
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE ABC: http://www.abc-usa.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE UCC: http://ucc.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE AB: http://www.allianceofbaptists.org/
Blessings,
Jeff
Rev. Jeffrey W. Mays, Pastor
Christ Congregation
50 Walnut Lane
Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
www.ccprinceton.org
CHRIST
CONGREGATION
August 22, 2010
The Thirteenth Sunday After
Pentecost
Our Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton,
NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday Worship: 10:00
+++
View
photos of church life at http://bit.ly/42Bwdp
The
Storm on the Sea of Galilee (1633) by Rembrandt van Rijn
OUTREACH
MINISTRY OFFERING: The OMO for July and August will go to the
establishment of a Social Action discretionary fund. The past few
years, natural disasters, sudden human-caused catastrophes, and a
number of more localized emergencies have occurred and demanded our
attention. The Social Action Committee would like to build a fund
that allows Christ Congregation to respond to these occurrences. Of
course, the BP oil spill is on our minds this year, and we will
likely look into partnering with organizations we have worked with in
the past to help address the needs as they continue to arise.
BOARD
OF DEACONS: "We have received multiple requests this month from
individuals in need of assistance. We would like to be able to offer
help, but the needs currently outstrip our ability to fund them. If
you would like to contribute, please see Pastor Jeff or one of the
deacons. Thank you."
CAR WASH Sunday, August 22 from 1
to 5 PM. Eagle Scout candidate Colin Wiemer and supporters will wash
cars in the church parking lots to raise money for Colin's Eagle
Scout project --- installing a new fence for the church playground.
Please support this project if you can. Here's a photo of the old fence being dismantled.
CONGRATULATIONS
to Alex Foo, now (officially) an Eagle Scout!
FIFTH
SUNDAY HYMN SING: As is now CC custom, we try to have an alternative
worship format on fifth Sundays. On August 29, we plan to have a hymn
sing --- so come prepared to sing some of your favorite oldies.
CHARLES
AND CAROL will be spending September in Colorado where Charles will
serve as Artist in Residence at First Congregational Church of
Boulder. http://www.firstcong.net/
SEPTEMBER
COMMUNION will be celebrated on the second Sunday in September,
September 12.
CONGRATULATIONS
to Brian and Misty Warfield (and big brother Noah) on the birth of
their son Carter, born August 6th, 2010. He weighs 7lbs 12oz and is
20.5 inches long. Brian will be working at CC during the coming
academic year as our seminarian.
CHILD
SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a
support organization called Plan-USA.
Here is a recent photo we
received from our student, Magnoudewa, with her mother and brother.
UPCOMING
BOOK CLUB DATES:
"The Elegance of the Hedgehog" by
Muriel Barbery.
The book club will meet on Sept 18, 7:00 pm at
Sally Handy-Zarnstorff's home.
"The Roman Empire and the
New Testament" by Warren Carter.
We will meet on Oct 23, 7:00
pm at the Sundeen's.
A DAILY REFLECTION:
In God's loving
presence I unwind the past day,
starting from now and looking
back, moment by moment.
I gather in all the goodness and light, in
gratitude.
I attend to the shadows and what they say to me,
seeking healing, courage, forgiveness.
from: sacredspace.ie
CHRIST CONGREGATION
August 15, 2010
The Twelfth Sunday After Pentecost
Our Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday Worship: 10:00
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View photos of church life at http://bit.ly/42Bwdp
MISSING SIGN UP SHEET: The Coffee Hour sign up sheet has disappeared. If
you know who signed up for this Sunday, please let Pastor Jeff
know...pronto. Thanks.
OUTREACH MINISTRY OFFERING: The OMO for July and August will go to the
establishment of a Social Action discretionary fund. The past few years,
natural disasters, sudden human-caused catastrophes, and a number of
more localized emergencies have occurred and demanded our attention. The
Social Action Committee would like to build a fund that allows Christ
Congregation to respond to these occurrences. Of course, the BP oil
spill is on our minds this year, and we will likely look into partnering
with organizations we have worked with in the past to help address the
needs as they continue to arise (for example, the Back Bay Mission
project we supported some years back in the aftermath of Katrina).
From the Board of Deacons: "We have received multiple requests this
month from individuals in need of assistance. We would like to be able
to offer help, but the needs currently outstrip our ability to fund
them. If you would like to contribute, please see Pastor Jeff or one of
the deacons. Thank you."
GODSPEED: Last Sunday we were able to give thanks for our friend George
(and Betty Lou too) as they prepare to move to New Mexico. We will miss
them, but wish them well in this new chapter of their lives. Blessings,
George and Betty Lou! Here's George with a card signed by the CC gang last Sunday.
CHARLES AND CAROL will be heading for Colorado where Charles will serve
as Artist in Residence at First Congregational Church of Boulder.
CONGRATULATIONS to Brian and Misty Warfield (and big brother Noah) on
the birth of their son Carter, born August 6th, 2010. He weighs 7lbs
12oz and is 20.5 inches long. Brian will be working at CC during the
coming academic year as our seminarian.
Lynn Harper has an article in the The Huffington Post, "The Spiritual Implications of Dementia" http://tinyurl.com/23l6su8
Jen and Julie just returned from their wedding in Mexico. Photos can be viewed here: http://jenjulie.shutterfly.com/sharedphotos
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a support organization called Plan-USA.
Here is a recent photo we received from our student, Magnoudewa, with her mother and brother.
UPCOMING BOOK CLUB DATES:
"The Elegance of the Hedgehog" by Muriel Barbery.
The book club will meet on Sept 18, 7:00 pm at Sally Handy-Zarnstorff's home.
"The Roman Empire and the New Testament" by Warren Carter.
We will meet on Oct 23, 7:00 pm at the Sundeen's.
A DAILY REFLECTION:
In God's loving presence I unwind the past day,
starting from now and looking back, moment by moment.
I gather in all the goodness and light, in gratitude.
I attend to the shadows and what they say to me, seeking healing, courage, forgiveness.
from: sacredspace.ie
CHRIST CONGREGATION
July 18,
2010
The
Eighth Sunday After Pentecost
Our
Church is Located at 50 Walnut Lane • Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
Sunday
Worship: 10:00
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View
photos of church life at http://bit.ly/42Bwdp
Happy 25th Anniversary, Steve and Beth!
Our July 11 worship included liturgical dance
performed by Maria Potts.
LECTIONARY TEXTS: can be read at: http://tinyurl.com/2fqbfvu
OUTREACH MINISTRY OFFERING: The OMO for July and August will go to the
establishment of a Social Action discretionary fund. The past few years,
natural disasters, sudden human-caused catastrophes, and a number of
more localized emergencies have occurred and demanded our attention. The
Social Action Committee would like to build a fund that allows Christ
Congregation to respond to these occurrences. Of course, the BP oil
spill is on our minds this year, and we will likely look into partnering
with organizations we have worked with in the past to help address the
needs as they continue to arise (for example, the Back Bay Mission
project we supported some years back in the aftermath of Katrina).
Lynn Harper has an article in the The Huffington Post, "The Spiritual
Implications of Dementia" http://tinyurl.com/23l6su8
From the Board of Deacons: "We have received multiple requests this
month from individuals in need of assistance. We would like to be able
to offer help, but the needs currently outstrip our ability to fund
them. If you would like to contribute, please see Pastor Jeff or one of
the deacons. Thank you."
Jen and Julie just returned from their wedding in Mexico. Photos can be
viewed here: http://jenjulie.shutterfly.com/sharedphotos
CHILD SPONSOR: CC helps support a student who lives in Togo through a
support organization called Plan-USA.
Here is a recent photo we received from our student, Magnoudewa, with
her mother and brother.
On July
25, the Rev. Ted Hardgrove will be our worship leader.
On August 1, the Rev. Lynn Harper will be our worship leader.
UPCOMING BOOK CLUB DATES:
"The Elegance of the Hedgehog" by Muriel Barbery.
The book club will meet on Sept 18, 7:00 pm at Sally Handy-Zarnstorff's
home.
"The Roman Empire and the New Testament" by Warren Carter.
We will meet on Oct 23, 7:00 pm at the Sundeen's.
A DAILY REFLECTION:
In God's loving presence I unwind the past day,
starting from now and looking back, moment by moment.
I gather in all the goodness and light, in gratitude.
I attend to the shadows and what they say to me, seeking healing,
courage, forgiveness.
from: sacredspace.ie
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE ABC: http://www.abc-usa.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE UCC: http://ucc.org/
SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE AB: http://www.allianceofbaptists.org/
Blessings,
Jeff
Rev. Jeffrey W. Mays, Pastor
Christ Congregation
50 Walnut Lane
Princeton, NJ 08540
609.921.6253
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