Holy Week Events

Holy Week Events at Northwood Congregational Church, UCC

Palm Sunday  -  March 29

   Children will pass out the Palms.

   Worship returns to the Sanctuary.

Maundy Thursday  -  April 2

  6:00pm  Soup and Bread Supper.  The tone will be subdued and we will have table discussions.

  7:00pm  Maundy Thursday Service with Communion/Commissioning and Traditional Tenebrae service.

Good Friday  -  April 3

  The church will be open from 4:00pm-6:00pm for prayer, meditation, and brief liturgy every 15 minutes.

  @ Deerfield Community Church ~

    7:30pm-8:30pm  Worship in the Sanctuary including Tenebrae readings with candles, followed by a Walk with the Cross to Meetinghouse Hill.  Dress in warm clothing and sturdy shoes.

Easter Sunday  -  April 5

  7:00am  Sunrise Service down by the shores of Harvey Lake.  This service is led by our youth.

  7:30-8:45am  Breakfast

  9:00am     Worship in our Sanctuary

Announcements for our last week of March, first week of April, 2015

Gift Card Orders will be taken SUNDAY

A Gift Card Order will be taken this Sunday, March 29.  We also have cards available for sale if needed.  Gift Cards are sold at face value and a percent goes to the church as a fundraiser.  Please see Trina Carlson.

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Talent and Interest Sheets

In order for our new structure to work, people need to indicate their talent and passions.  There is an envelope for everyone in the church with Talent and Interest Sheets so you can let us know what you like to do.  After Easter they will be mailed out so save us the postage!  There is a basket for filled out forms.

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Plants are needed for Maundy Thursday Service

We will be creating an atmosphere of a garden in the room under the Sanctuary.  Your plants, trees, and anything that would contribute to our Worship space would be appreciated.  Please bring to church by Palm Sunday, March 29, or Tuesday or Wednesday during church office hours.  Thank you.

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Easter Flowers

Our Sanctuary comes alive with Lilies, Daffodils, and Tulips.  If you would like to purchase a flower In Memory Of or In Honor Of someone, please let Mona know before March 29 by email at         adminncc@myfairpoint.net or call 942-8570.  You can drop off your flowers sometime on the Friday or Saturday before Easter.

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SERRV Fundraiser

We are taking orders from the Spring 2015 SERRV catalog.  SERRV is a fair trade, non-profit organization working worldwide.  NCC will receive 10% from our total sales.   Please visit www.serrv.org and click on “Interactive” underneath “Our Catalog.”  Order Forms are available on the bulletin board.  Orders need to be given to Faith Levesque by Sunday, April 12th, or by phone at 608-1121. ~ Faith Levesque

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Coming April 26th …… Fun Event ……. Stay tuned …. !

Coming April 26th … A fun event in Fellowship Hall after church …..

Special MC’s:  Priscilla Merrill and Michael Magoon …….. Laughter and Groaning guaranteed!  C’mon Cupcake, Don’t be a Stranger in our Mints!  Stay tuned ….. We’ll turn Fellowship Hall Upside down as we Pine-over The Apple of our Pie, Reverend Gayle!

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Have a great week everyone!  ~ Mona

Gift Card Orders on Sunday

Just as a reminder, a Gift Card Order will be taken this Sunday.  We also have cards available for sale if needed.  Gift Cards are sold at face value and a percent goes to the church as a fundraiser. 

Announcements for our fourth week of March 2015

Welcome Spring!  We’re so Happy to See You!

Talent and Interest Sheets

In order for our new structure to work, people need to indicate their talent and passions.  There is an envelope for everyone in the church with Talent and Interest Sheets so you can let us know what you like to do.  After Easter they will be mailed out so save us the postage!  There is a basket for filled out forms. 

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SouperFest coming on March 28

SouperFest is being held to support the Concord Coalition to End Homelessness.  We are representing Northwood and have been asked to bring 12 desserts.  Gayle will also be a ‘celebrity’ chef.  A fun event for people of all ages, so plan to attend.  Bring your baked goods to the church on March 27 by 4:00pm and Gayle will bring them to Concord.

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Gift Card Orders

A Gift Card Order will be taken on Palm Sunday.  Anyone needing cards can order with Trina this week or next week.  We also have cards  available for sale if needed.  Gift Cards are sold at face value and a percent goes to the church as a fundraiser. 

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Plants are needed for Maundy Thursday Service

We will be creating an atmosphere of a garden in the room under the Sanctuary.  Your plants, trees, and anything that would contribute to our Worship space would be appreciated.  Please bring to church by Palm Sunday, March 29, or Tuesday or Wednesday during church office hours.  Thank you.

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Easter Flowers

Our Sanctuary comes alive with Lilies, Daffodils, and Tulips.  If you would like to purchase a flower In Memory Of or In Honor Of someone, please let Mona know before March 29 by email at adminncc@myfairpoint.net or call 942-8570.  You can drop off your flowers sometime on the Friday or Saturday before Easter.

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SERRV Fundraiser

We are taking orders from the Spring 2015 SERRV catalog.  SERRV is a fair trade, non-profit organization working worldwide.  For our participation, NCC receives 10% from our total sales.  Visit the on-line catalog at ww.serrv.org and click on “Interactive” underneath “Our Catalog” on the bottom left of the screen.  Order Forms are available on the bulletin board.  Orders need to be given to Faith Levesque by Sunday, April 12th, or by phone at 608-1121. ~ Faith Levesque

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Coming April 26th …… Fun Event ……. Stay tuned …. !

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Have a great week everyone!  ~ Mona

Holy Week and Easter Events

Holy Week and Easter Events

Palm Sunday  -  March 29

 

  Children will pass out the Palms so need to be here by  8:45am.

  

  Worship returns to the Sanctuary

Maundy Thursday  -  April 2

 

  6:00pm  Soup and Bread Supper.  The tone will be subdued and we will have table discussions.

 

  7:00pm  Maundy Thursday Service with Communion/Commissioning and Traditional Tenebrae service.

Good Friday  -  April 3

 

  The church will be open from 4:00pm-6:00pm for prayer, meditation, and brief liturgy every 15 minutes.

  @ Deerfield Community Church ~

    7:30pm-8:30pm  Worship in the Sanctuary including Tenebrae readings with candles, followed by a Walk with the Cross to Meetinghouse Hill.

Easter Sunday  -  April 5

 

  7:00am  Sunrise Service down by the shores of Harvey Lake.  This service is led by our youth.

 

  7:30-8:45am  Breakfast

  9:00am     Worship in our Sanctuary

Announcements for our third week of March 2015

Game Night at NCC, Friday, March 20

Do you have cabin fever from all of the snow we have received this  winter?  Come and celebrate the First Day of Spring with some warm fellowship and fun games on Friday, March 20th, beginning at 6:30pm.  Bring a snack to share, and your favorite board or card game.  Drinks will be provided.  Please extend an invitation to a friend or neighbor to join you.  Let the game playing begin!!  ~ Faith Levesque

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SouperFest coming on March 28

SouperFest is being held to support the Concord Coalition to End Homelessness.  We are representing Northwood and have been asked to bring 12 desserts.  Gayle will also be a ‘celebrity’ chef.  This will be a fun event for people of all ages, so plan to attend.  Bring your baked goods to the church on March 27 by 4:00pm and Gayle will bring them to Concord.

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Talent and Interest Sheets

 In order for our new structure to work, people need to indicate their talent and passions.  There is an envelope for everyone in the church with Talent and Interest Sheets so you can let us know what you like to do.  After Easter they will be mailed out so save us the postage!  There is a basket for filled out forms. 

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Plants are needed for Maundy Thursday Service

We will be creating an atmosphere of a garden in the room under the Sanctuary.  Your plants, trees, and anything that would contribute to our Worship space would be appreciated.  Please bring to church by Palm Sunday, March 29, or  Tuesday or Wednesday during church office hours.  Thank you.

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Easter Flowers

Our Sanctuary comes alive with Lilies, Daffodils, and Tulips.  If you would like to purchase a flower In Memory Of or In Honor Of someone, please let Mona know before March 29 by email at adminncc@myfairpoint.net or call 942-8570.  You can drop off your flowers sometime on the Friday or Saturday before Easter.

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SERRV Fundraiser

The response from the SERRV table at our Christmas by Design Fair in December was so positive that we will be taking orders from the Spring 2015 catalog (as well as from the Summer 2015 on-line catalog).  SERRV is a fair trade, non-profit organization that creates meaningful, long-term, worldwide connections with disadvantaged artisans and farmers.  Behind each handcrafted SERRV item is a story … of an empowered artisan or farmer who is supporting his/her family.  Northwood Congregational Church is helping to create a more sustainable world, by joining this growing global community by being a part of these stories of change.  And in return, NCC receives 10% from our total order sales.  To view an on-line catalog, go to www.serrv.org and click on “Interactive”       underneath “Our Catalog” on the bottom left of the screen.  You can also view items from any of the tabs along the top of the screen.  Order Forms are available, on the bulletin board (in an envelope) to make it easier for you to do your shopping.  All orders need to be given to Faith Levesque by Sunday, April 19th, or you may call her at 608-1121 to place your order.  ~ Faith Levesque

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Have a great week everyone!  ~ Mona

Daylight Savings Time begins Sunday

Don't forget to turn your clocks forward Saturday night before going to bed!  :)
~  Mona

Announcements for our Second Week of March, 2015

March Mission:  SouperFest

Our March Mission will benefit the Concord Coalition to End Homelessness.  They will be the beneficiaries of the proceeds of SouperFest.  The Coalition has a Resource Center in Concord to help homeless find help in job and apartment searches, as well as resources to help them in daily life.  They are key partners with the city to develop and implement a plan to end homelessness in Concord, which may, in the future, mean providing permanent supportive housing.

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Music to Inspire concert on Saturday, March 14

An evening event featuring musicians and area performing artists to warm your heart and soul will be held at the Deerfield Community Church on Saturday, March 14 starting at 6:30pm.  All donations will benefit the food pantries of Deerfield and Northwood.

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Game Night at Northwood Congregational Church, Friday, March 20

Do you have cabin fever from all of the snow we have received this winter?  Come and celebrate the First Day of Spring with some warm fellowship and fun games on Friday, March 20th, beginning at 6:30pm.  Bring a snack to share, and your favorite board or card game.  Drinks will be provided.  Please extend an invitation to a friend or neighbor to join you.  Let the game playing begin!!  ~ Faith Levesque

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SouperFest coming on March 28

SouperFest is being held to support the Concord Coalition to End Homelessness.  We are representing Northwood and have been asked to bring 12 desserts.  Gayle will also be a ‘celebrity’ chef.  This will be a fun event for people of all ages, so plan to attend.

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NH Conference Women’s Fellowship Spring Retreat - Saturday,

April 18, from 9:30am to 3:00pm

The retreat will be held at First Parish Church in East Derry.  The theme of this event is “Recharging Your Spiritual Batteries” with Rev. Dr. David Reynolds talking about replenishing spiritual energy and Debbie Gline-Allen talking about “Recharging our Singing Spirits.”  Registration is $12.00 and is due by April 10.  Forms are on the table outside Fellowship Hall. 

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Horton Center 2015

Registration has opened for Horton Center’s summer Camp Programs.  This camp is in Gorham at the top of Pine Mountain, a neighbor of Mount Madison.  They have programs for new campers for 1/2 week, off-site hiking camps for middle and high school, family camp, grandparents and grandchildren week, and adult flex week for as many days and as much activity as you would wish for.  The Camp is well run with reasonable  pricing and scholarships available.  Brochures are on the table outside of Fellowship Hall and registration is on line at www.hortoncenter.org.

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 Have a great week everyone!  ~ Mona