Monthly Archives: July 2019

Bill Palleschi for the Ministry of Property The Ministry of Property Team (MOPs) wanted to let the congregation know about the happenings at the parsonage.  While the minister was away the MOPs played.  Ha ha!  Or Ah ha! A lot … Continue reading →

By Bill Palleschi for the Ministry of Property We are reaching out to you, with gloved hands, to ask you to please refrain from flushing wearable hygiene garments.  Our toilets, as great a flusher as you can find, cannot handle … Continue reading →

It is that time of the year when we gear up for our big fund-raising event – The Flea Market! Last year our church netted $9,000 for the month of August. Sunday, August 25, is the date for the 55th … Continue reading →

Most months I try to write a column on one theme. This month, you get a hodgepodge of thoughts, making this column truly live up to its name, “Jeff’s Jottings.” My Travels By the time you read this, I will … Continue reading →

Documentary Explores Uplifting Stories of Resilience and the Difficult Work of Forgiving the Unforgivable. A mother grieves a murdered son in Minneapolis. A Cambodian youth is forced into slave labor. An Australian toddler is torn from her loving family in … Continue reading →

For many kids who come from families struggling with poverty, getting a new backpack and school supplies is a luxury beyond their reach. However, these tools can make all the difference in the world to their future success. How can … Continue reading →

Town Hall Meeting set for August 11. Both the United Church of Christ (UCC) and the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) (DOC) have designations congregations can qualify for. These designations help communicate who they are – both to themselves and … Continue reading →