Lenten Resources
There are resources for Lent available on the table in Fellowship Hall. Give up something, add a kindness, or commit to a devotion each day to recognize the season of Lent.
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Gayle is away this week
Gayle will be away for a week of Grammy vacation this week to welcome a new grandson. If there is an emergency, please contact Gayle on her cell phone.
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February Mission: Transportation Scholarships for students in the Dominican Republic
In the San Jose Adentro, DR, once students reach the end of elementary school, they have to travel 1/2 hour to Santiago to go to school. They are responsible for their own transportation 6 days a week at a cost of about $12 per week. This is often enough to keep them from further schooling. We can pool our resources to help young people continue an important education.
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Quarterly Congregational Meeting - Sunday, March 1 at 10:30am
As a part of our new church structure, these meetings are important. There is much to report to you, a couple of things requiring a vote, and a chance to ask questions. A quorum is needed.
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Holly Tomilson - Ecclesiastical Council on March 1
Holly Tomilson will have her Ecclesiastical Council on Sunday, March 1, at 2:30pm at the Congregational Church of Chester. Holly has led a study and worship here and this is one of the last steps leading to her ordination. Holly will present her ordination paper containing her understanding of God, the Church, and our denomination. Questions are asked by clergy and church members and then a vote is taken to ordain her. Attending this is a great way to support Holly and see this very special process work. We can carpool together.
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World Day of Prayer
Church Women United will hold their annual World Day of Prayer on Friday, March 6 at 1:00pm. The service is being hosted by St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. This year’s service was written by the women from the Bahamas and will focus on Jesus’ saying, “Do You Understand What I Have Done for You?”
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SouperFest coming on March 21
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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Shovelers are Needed
In order to keep the church clear after every snowstorm, we need people to sign up to shovel for a week. Anytime it snows during that week, we ask you to shovel the walkways and front porch. Plowing and sanding are done by someone else. Sometimes you won’t need to shovel at all; other times, you do!
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Rovers Needed
Our child safety policy requires 2 adults be present whenever there are children present. So each Sunday, we need a rover to be downstairs with our Sunday School children. The responsibility for teaching is with our teacher, so we ask you to step forward for the privilege of being with our children to ensure their safety.
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Have a great week everyone! ~ Mona
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