Monthly Archives: December 2023

Stewart Udall: The Politics of Beauty

Documentary highlights the bipartisan nature of Udall’s efforts and calls on us to work together to protect our shared natural heritage. The life and legacy of unsung hero Stewart Udall, one of America’s most effective environmentalists in his role as … Continue reading

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Three Cheers for Pride Karaoke, White Elephant & Questions Answered

by Cindy Sojourner The local LGBTQIA+ community is invited to enjoy PRIDE Karaoke & White Elephant on Sunday, January 14, from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Niles Discovery Church. Participation in either or both activities is by choice, not … Continue reading

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Budget discussion set for January 28

A budget discussion will be held on Sunday, January 28, following worship, in the sanctuary and the Zoom worship “meeting” (it’s always a “meeting” on Zoom). Annual Financial Reports, which will include the proposed budget, should be available by Sunday, … Continue reading

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Discerning the future mission of Niles Discovery Church

by Mark Twist, Moderator Our Cabinet has elected to engage Rev. Dr. Celestine Fields, our associate conference minister, to lead us in congregational coaching. This will not be a one and done activity. We have plans to meet about once … Continue reading

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Head to Camp this summer

by Pastor Jeff Our Region’s Outdoor Ministries Committee has evaluated the 2023 summer outdoor ministry program and rejoiced in the exciting impacts camp has made in the lives of our youth. Even the very youngest of campers expressed their wishes … Continue reading

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Winter Solstice Refugia Worship

At this time of the Winter Solstice, we give thanks to the Earth for this period of rest and darkness which has led us to explore the deep wisdom within ourselves. This interfaith service will be held on the labyrinth … Continue reading

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Hybrid Christmas Eve Service

In addition to the service at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, December 24 (which will be an instant pageant), we will have a hybrid worship service for Christmas Eve. It will start at 11:00 p.m. For those who have celebrated Christmas … Continue reading

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