ANNOUNCEMENTS
LARGE PRINT: There are now large print bulletins available for anyone who would find them helpful. Please speak to one of the Deacons if you like one.
Tangible Worship: Please notice the tables at each door of the Sanctuary. On them will be items which will express the theme of the worship service in a tangible way. See if you can figure out what will be happening in worship from the items on the tables.
Sunday School: Sunday School begins Today! When the Children go downstairs to find their Sunday School rooms, so will the adults responsible for them. There will be a brief orientation to our Sunday School program, our child safety policy and what our needs are to make it an effective program.
World Communion Sunday: Sunday, October 3rd will be a special worship service as we celebrate World Communion Sunday. We will have two special guests helping in worship: Jean Dixon, who is active in our UCC Partnership with Zimbabwe, and Dennis Gaboury, who is involved in a Mission in Zimbabwe called Zimkids, which helps to support children and build relationships through dolls that the children make. Join us for special people, special music and a special coffee hour.
Come for lunch: Norma Heroux’s first free lunch was a pleasant success, yielding 14 attendants! Please join us for the remaining two luncheons on Wednesdays, Oct. 20th and Nov. 17th from 11:00am-1:00pm at the church. People from the community are invited as well as church members. Come and bring anyone who would enjoy good food and good company.
History and Architecture of NCC: The Northwood Historical Society is continuing it’s series of programs on historical buildings in town. This time our very own Church will be featured! On Tuesday, September 21st at 7:00pm a tour and discussion, lead by Neil English, will highlight the architecture and history of this unique building. We will meet for the tour first then the discussion will occur in the Sanctuary, followed by refreshments in Fellowship Hall. This is free and open to the public. Please join us for this interesting program.
Confirmation: If you know of an 8th or 9th Grader (or anyone who has not taken Confirmation) who might be interested in Confirmation, we will be having an informational meeting for Confirmands and their parents on Sunday, September 26th. Let Gayle know and we will send them a personal invitation.
Deerfield Fair: Deerfield Fair is a great fundraiser for NCC. There are lots of volunteer opportunities available and in order to fulfill our commitment, we'll need everyone possible to help with at least one shift. Our days to volunteer as Ticket Takers will be Thursday, Sept. 30 and Saturday, Oct. 2. Approximate shift times are 7:30-2:30pm, 2:30-9:00pm and one person to start at 6am each day. Approximately21 people needed for Thursday and 30 people for Saturday. Sign up sheets will be available at the church on Rally Day. For information or to volunteer, please contact Pam English at 942-8501.
Real Mugs for Real coffee: Bring your own mug to church so we can cut back on use of paper products during coffee hour. It will taste better and you can take it home to wash it. Thanks!
Communion Offering: The September Mission offering will be dedicated to the American Cancer Society. You can visit their website at: www.cancer.org. As we have experienced with the recent loss of our wonderful church member Robin Drown, many of our congregational members have been touched by cancer. The American Cancer Society continues its research and fighting this disease that affects so many people we love and who are in need of our prayers. (Please note: when making checks to support Mission giving, make them payable to NCC, with Mission in the Memo section, so that the funds can be
properly tracked and then allocated to that Mission.)
Centering Prayer: A time of Centering Prayer is held on Wednesdays at 8:00am. We meet at MaryAnn Lippincott’s home at 11 Blaisdell Drive.
Pre-paid cards to benefit NCC: While you can order any number of pre-paid card on the third Sunday of each month, we have purchased extra cards of the most popular places. They include Dunkin’ Donuts, Regal Cinema, Restaurant pass, and Lowes, and they are available every Sunday after church while the supplies last. Contact Tiffany George with your questions at 332-5808 or t_george12@hotmail.com.
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Pittsfield Players: Hello Dolly! is coming to the Scenic Theatre in Pittsfield in November. They are in desperate need of males for both singing and non-singing roles. If you are interested, just show up to the next rehearsal at the theatre on Sunday at 5pm, contact Jon Martin at 603.398.0709 or John Charron at 603.765.5280.
Hymn Sing: The Northwood Advent Christian Church in the Narrows (Rte 107/113 School Street) invites you to their Hymn Sing on Sunday, September 26th at 6:00pm. Sing your favorite old hymns and maybe some special selections.
High Tea anyone?: The Women’s Club of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church are hosting a high tea on Sunday, September 26th at 2:00pm at their church in Northwood. You are invited to dress up and bring your daughters/sons, mothers/fathers or anyone who will enjoy this experience. Please contact Pat Jacobsmeyer at 603.942.8912 if you’d like to attend.
Outdoor Ministry Board: OMB is celebrating 40 Years at Horton Center! Everyone is encouraged to join us for the celebration of 40 years of organized youth camping! On Friday, October 1st, arrive late afternoon and Saturday, Oct. 2nd the event will end mid-afternoon at Horton Center, Pine Mountain. A free-will offering will be taken. Friday evening bring a dish to share for dinner and celebrate with a family friendly concert by Steve Schuch. Saturday meals will be provided. The weather may be turning cool, but everyone will be warmly welcomed to the mountain for fun, fellowship and Christian community! Reservations requested—please email Heather Flint Davis at yalepa@me.com. Please indicate number of adults and children attending, and contact information.
N. Barnstead Women’s Fellowship: NBWF will host ‘Friendship Night 2010’ on Thursday, October 14th at 6:30pm. Rabbi Robin Nafshi of Temple Beth Jacob will discuss “What is Judaism?” Dessert will be served and the event will be held at North Barnstead Church. Please contact Lucy Silva at 603.942.9848 for further info or to RSVP.
MEETINGS THIS WEEK
Today 2:30pm Installation of Rev. Ed Koonz at the Hampstead Church
Tuesday 7:00pm Church Council
Wednesday 8:00 am Centering Prayer
Thursday 7:00pm Choir
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