Monthly Archives: September 2014

Special Offering: Neighbors In Need and Reconciliation

Posted on September 17, 2014 by revjsspencer

The October special offering will be split between the United Church of Christ’s “Neighbors In Need” all-church offering and the Disciples of Christ’s “Reconciliation” all-church offering. Both of these offerings are justice oriented. One-third of Neighbors In Need offerings support … Continue reading →

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Adult Sunday School readjusts time

Posted on September 17, 2014 by revjsspencer

The Adult Sunday morning program is returning to a start time of 9:00.  The group continues its exploration of key questions in the catechism of the Evangelical Church, a predecessor denomination to the United Church of Christ, by comparing them … Continue reading →

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Preparations underway for 3rd annual Dia de los Muertos Altar Walk

Posted on September 17, 2014 by revjsspencer

The third annual Dia de los Muertos Altar Walk in Niles is November 1 and 2. Niles Discovery Church will be a stop on the walk again  for both altars and refreshments. This year, our altars will be displayed and refreshments … Continue reading →

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Annual Turkey Drive launched

Posted on September 17, 2014 by revjsspencer

It may not be Halloween yet, but it’s not too early to start the annual turkey drive for Tri-City Volunteers. Thanksgiving is coming, ready or not! Sadly, more folks than ever will not be able to buy either turkey or … Continue reading →

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Pastor Brenda called

Posted on September 17, 2014 by revjsspencer

The congregation called the Rev. Brenda Loreman to serve as our Associate Pastor at a Special Congregational Meeting on September 14. The position is part-time. When the congregation called Brenda in 2013, it was to a “designated term.” This call … Continue reading →

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Sunday morning “Discussions for Adults” kicks off new year

Posted on September 1, 2014 by revjsspencer

Formerly known as the Adult Sunday School, “Discussions for Adults” is kicking off the new school year on Sunday, September 7, at their usual time and place:  9:00 a.m. in Ford Hall. This first gathering will be an opportunity to … Continue reading →

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