Announcements 2/18/2024
The Flowers on the Altar are given by Janet Marson Happy Birthday to her dear friend Kathleen Albee with much love.
Lenten Soup Suppers and Worship
Wednesday evening in-person soup suppers and worship led by one of our church family members will return this year, beginning on Feb 21st. The theme is “Giving It Up.” The suppers will be held at 6:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall, followed by the ~ 30-minute service in the sanctuary at 7:00 pm.
The Worship leaders for the 5 services are:
February 21 – Giving Up – a Third Way – Dan Ward;
February 28 – “Giving Up Expectations” – Cheryl Ortolf;
March 6 – “Giving Up Living” – David Driscoll;
March 13 – “Giving Up Control” – Peter Smyton; and
March 20 – “Giving Up Superiority” – Christine Kelley
If you want to help provide salad, bread, or dessert for one or more weeks, please contact Betsey Driscoll, (betseylll@yahoo.com). We will also live-stream and record the service so people can watch it in real-time or later at home.
Memorial and Reception Meal for Chuck Piper
We got word from Jean Piper that Chuck passed away at Kennedy Meadows on Saturday morning January 20th. His memorial will be held on March 16th at 11 am in our Sanctuary, with a reception in the Fellowship Hall at noon. His burial will be sometime this summer in Maine. Please check in with Betsey Driscoll to find out what you can help with. Please pray for Jean and the rest of the Piper family as they prepare to celebrate Chuck’s life.
Here is the link for Chuck’s Obituary: https://www.rivetfuneralhome.com/obituary/charles-piper-sr?
Single Ladies lunch on 2/24 at 1pm
Our Single Ladies group will get together for lunch on February 24th at 1 pm at Emerald Rose 785 Boston Rd, Billerica 01821. Please let Betsy know by Feb 22nd if you can come and join us.
If you are a single lady and would like to join us or would like more information, please call Betsy.
Reminder to schedule your appointment for the Blood Drive –
February 24 from 9-2
Please sign up if you can help this important cause. There continues to be a national shortage!
Please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit RedCrossBlood.org and search under February 24th to schedule an appointment.
For more information call or email Cate Lehan or Robin Dye or the church office.
Blessings, Outreach.
POTLUCK BIBLE TRIVIA NIGHT FUN!
SATURDAY, MARCH 2ND 5:30 – 7:30 P.M.
The youth will be hosting a potluck trivia night for all.
Bring your favorite dish to share.
How well do you know the Bible?
Easter Flowers
If you wish to provide Flowers to enhance the beauty of our sanctuary during our Easter Services on March 31st , please complete a form from the welcome desk and send or bring it to the church by Sunday March office by Monday, March 18th .
Pastel Tulips $14.00
White Double-Stemmed Lily $15.00
Blue Hyacinth $15.00
Please order as soon as possible to ensure your order can be fulfilled.
Early Bird Bible Application
This week Early Bird concludes the discussion on the topic ‘The Law and Love: Jesus Prevents a Stoning.’ The Scripture lesson is John 8:1-11 (focus on verses 10-11). Join in the discussion as we examine how ‘love competes, law falls short.’ You are welcome in this space. Early Bird meets Tuesday morning at ten via Zoom.
Adult Study Opportunities
Adult Ed Sunday Class
February 18 and 25: Our discussion on the impact Alzheimer’s disease and dementia has on our congregation and loved ones continues between the services. Pastor Bob has recommended Ministry with the Forgotten by Kenneth L Carder as a resource. We invite you to read and join the discussion, led by Debbie Smyton, on Sunday mornings at 9:45 in the Concord Room or via Zoom. We will continue to work to provide resources and meetups for caregivers. Stay tuned!
Thursday Morning Bible Study- LENT
10:00 AM Thursdays, February 22 to March 21 join us for Give Up Something Bad for Lent by James W. Moore. Imagine giving up envy, jealousy, self-pity, apathy, procrastination, gossip, resentment, or negative thinking. How would that change your life? Pick up this easy read and find encouragement and understanding from friends while we take on the challenge of walking this out.
Church Office hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10am-12pm. Betsy will be in the office on those days and available by phone at other times.
Change for Change
Change for Change continues to contribute to others. In the fall, our youth selected the Alzheimer’s Association as a candidate. $400 has been collected by change and will be donated.
Our Adult ED team has selected the Alternative House in Lowell, a domestic violence shelter as our next candidate. Change matters. God is Good.
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