UPCOMING DATES

RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE

Friday, November 2 1:30 to 6:45 p.m.

in the gym

HERITAGE SUNDAY November 4

during 10:00 a.m. worship

followed by reception in the gym

HOLIDAY FAIR

Friday, November 9—6-9 p.m.

Saturday, November 10 9am. To 3p.m.

WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP

Monday, November 12 6:00 p.m. in the parlor

EARLY LEARNING CENTER

Thanksgiving Feast Wednesday, November 21

in the gym

THANKSGIVING DAY Thursday, November 22

Church Office and School closed November 22 and 23

November 2018

From the Interim Pastor...

There’s an old saying, “If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again.” Often, that is wise advice. However, there are situations in which this adage does not work, but only leads to frustration and failure. If the way in which we are trying to accomplish our intention is unworkable, we will never succeed. Consider this - according to our bylaws, we need sixty people to be the officers, board and committee members of our church. In addition, there are many volunteers who make our congregation function. We have more positions of responsibility than people in the sanctuary on a normal Sunday morning! The result is that some of our most committed members are facing burnout by wearing too many hats. There are no simple answers to the concern I have raised, but let me give you one example of what I am suggesting. Our bylaws state that when a new pastor is needed, a search committee of at least nine, but not more than twelve members is to be established. However, only eight members were ready, willing and able to serve on this important committee. A congregational meeting was called in order to amend the bylaws to accept the eight who had volunteered. Unfortunately, not enough members attended that meeting to make a quorum, so the motion could not be approved. We could have just said, “We don’t have enough volunteers and therefore we can’t have a search committee.” If we had stayed stuck there, would Old Stone Church have any future? Perhaps not! But we did not stay stuck there. We decided to be pragmatic and move forward with these eight capable volunteers.

=> Go Team, Go! =>

In that same spirit, I suggest that we encourage and receive, without judgment, the resignations of any who feel that they are unable to fulfill the responsibilities to which they were elected. Such honesty and grace may, in the end, open the door for God’s renewing power to flow into, among and through us. Grace and peace be with you,

David

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Sunday School News!

Sunday School has started another year!

So happy to have the children back to learn of God's love, hear Bible stories and start a project

too. We help others. Our first few weeks were dedicated to learning the books of the Bible. We

studied the creation story, Noah and the Ark, had class fun and watched some Bible-based

short movies. Our October schedule continued our journey through the Bible and we also

worked toward raising funds for Heifer International. Check out our story board in the gym

after church. Each student has a collection box that they will try to fill and return by the end

of the month. Please give generously if you see them during coffee hour. This is a familiar

project for our Sunday school and is based on the phrase , "Give a man a fish and he will eat

for a day but teach him to fish and he will never hunger". This was our story for Chapel on

October 7. November will be focused on thankfulness — for all we are and all we can be.

Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts at Old Stone Church will again participate in

Scouting for Food, a collection in central East Haven, on Saturday,

November 10. If you receive a "yellow" bag donated by Shop Rite with the

Scouting for Food logo, you can donate non-perishable food to the East Haven Food Pantry in this

manner. A scout will pick up the bag by 3:00pm. Thank you for your generosity. The Food Pantry

will be distributing over 250 bags of food to East Haven residents.

We can always use funds for postage and copy paper, card stock, labels, etc. for the office. Monetary donations are always welcome for incidental items. Thank you to Louise Ward’s Childbirth class for several reams of copy paper.

The Early Learning Center is also in need of ongoing supplies—easily picked up at your local dollar store the next time you visit. Plastic spoons, 6” and 9” paper plates, tissues, disinfecting wipes and masking tape, to name a few. A donation box is available during coffee hour or you can drop off your donations during the week. Thanks to all who have donated and continue to donate. Your contributions are very much appreciated. Mark Your Calendar

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Friday, November 2, 2018 from 1:30 to 6:45 p.m. in the gym

Daylight Savings Time Ends November 4th

Friday, November 9 — 6pm-9pm & Saturday, November 10 — 9am to 3pm The Holiday Fair is around the corner! Chairs for this year are Heidi Manley and Louise Ward. Many of you are very busy at home preparing crafts, gathering attic treasures and collecting new items for our raffles. As the time draws near, remember to donate your favorite home-made goodies for our Bake Table. Volunteers are needed in all areas. Please call Heidi at 203-809-6235 or Louise at

203-469-6729 to help. Many hands working together will make this day a success for the glory of God’s church! Tables and Chairpersons: Decorations—Joan Gersz Baked Goods & Country Kitchen—Kathy LaPia and Louise Ward Gift Baskets—Estelle Fanucci and Claudia Crawford Candy Table—Linda Hargraves, Kristen Vineyard, and Kara DelGuidice Kitchen Crew—-Stephanie Kilburn Jewelry Table—Pam Standish Crafts and Needlework Table—Heidi Manley Christmas Room/White Elephant Tables—Earl Korngiebel and Andrea Kosowsky Decorated Tree Raffle* Thrift Shop—Roberta Bruno and Patti Andrews Children’s Toy Store—Carole Landers Children’s Activities — Shari Moon Pictures with Santa—Santa’s helpers will be needed here. Vendors will occupy space in a classroom. Help is needed at all tables for set up and clean up and working the tables.

Nov 1…….All Saints’ Day Wis of Sol 3:1-9 or Isa 25:6-9 * Ps 24 * Rev 21:1-6a * Jn 11:32-44

Nov 4…….Ruth 1:1-8 * Ps 146 or Deut 6:1-9 * Ps 119:1-8 * Heb 9:11-14 * Mk 12:28-34 Nov 11…...Ruth 3:1-5; 4:13-17 * Ps 127 or 1 Kings 17:8-16 * Ps 146 * Heb 9:24-28 * Mk 12:38-44

Nov 18…...1 Sam 1:4-20 * 1 Sam 2:1-10 or Daniel 12:1-3 * Ps 16 * Heb 10:11-14, (15-18), 19-25 * Mk 13:1-8 Nov 22…...Thanksgiving Day Joel 2:21-27 * Ps 126 * 1 Tim 2:1-7 * Mt 6:25-33 Nov 25…...2 Sam 23:1-7 * Ps 132:1-12, (13-18) or Daniel 7:9-10, 13-14 * Ps 93 * Rev 1:4b-8 * Jn 18:33-37

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Lectionary Readings

Board of Global Outreach Thank you to everyone who has contributed the suggested items of Jell-O, pudding and muffin mixes for the East Haven Food Pantry Thanksgiving bags. As always, the Food Pantry is grateful to receive any food donations or monetary gifts. Grocery gift cards for Shop Rite and

Stop and Shop were donated by the Board and will be used for food for larger families. If you would like to make a note, we will be collecting soups for the Food Pantry in December. Now that the cold weather is approaching, the Board of Global Outreach will again collect items for Blessing Bags. This is an idea that has become popular and is a very much needed blessing for many in need. Suggestions are: small toiletries: shampoo, soap, deodorant, handi-wipes, sanitizers, hand warmers, socks, gloves, hats, granola bars, tuna pouches, and small bags of candy. The local “Dollar” stores can provide many items. Anything on the list below is great, and please, if you have other things you would like to put into the Blessing Bags, you can bring those too. There will be a box in the Narthex that you can put your items in. Once we get enough items, we will put the bags together, and then the Congregation can take them, and when they see someone in need, they can give a Blessing Bag to them. All the bags that were distributed this past summer were gratefully appreciated, some with tears, and “Bless you” comments. Thank you for your generosity.

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Old Stone Church Early Learning Center

Our “Back to School Night for Parents” was quite successful. The parents reviewed the Connecticut Early Learning and Development Standards which guide our school’s curriculum. The parents visited in the classrooms and were delighted with the many projects the teachers and children had on display. Each of the families received a copy of the book entitled “Meet the Parents” that they could enjoy at home with each other. October was Fire Prevention Month so our local fire department visited the school to emphasize fire safety. After showing a video, the students met and spoke to Sparky, the fire safety robotic dog. The firefighters let the children climb into the fire truck and also showed them what a fully dressed firefighter in turn-out gear looks like. Thanks to the East Haven Fire Department and their firefighters for an informative and educational program. Fall provided a multitude of projects for the students; leaf banners, Christopher Columbus art, Life Cycle of the Pumpkin, and just fun Halloween projects. The Hagaman children’s librarian, Ms. Sascha, visited this month with stories and a seasonal program. Each month she comes to the school with a variety of literature and musical fun. Class pictures were taken as well as individual portraits for parents to purchase. Smiles all around!! The traditional “Halloween Parade” was again a success with our Main Street merchants generously contributing their support. Children and parents enjoyed the walk and especially all the “goodies”. We thank the parents and congregation for their donations of tissues, disinfectant wipes, masking tape, and various other supplies that help us on an everyday basis. Thank you for your support!

Karen Goodale, Director

Jennifer Calonico, Ass’t Director

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November Birthdays

1 Branden LaPia

2 Kim Shute

4 Patrick Manley

6 Michael Buccieri

7 Kevin Ward

8 Shari Moon

13 Hope Ryan

20 Carole Landers

24 Bob Luther

25 Deborah Cosgrove

30 Willow Gersz (5)

Wedding

Anniversaries

November 2—15 years

Alec & Antionette Taylor

November 5—52 years

David & Helen Wendt

EHU Community Kitchen

East Haven United Community Kitchen will be serving free lunches on

Saturday, November 3 and Saturday, November 17, to any member of the community wishing to enjoy a meal

alongside their neighbors. Lunch will be served from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. at Christ and the Epiphany Church, 39

Park Place, on the East Haven Green. All are welcome.

For more info, please call 203-397-6409.

In Memoriam

Lorraine King May 21, 1931-October 15, 2018

Lucile Parsons

May 22, 1922-October 20, 2018

Women’s Fellowship The ladies will meet on Monday, November 12,

in the church parlor at 6:00 p.m. After the business meeting, Kathy Mallory will give a baking

lesson on making Syrian pastries. All women of the church are welcome to come for an evening of

good fun and fellowship. Bring a friend!

Men’s Fellowship The group has postponed their gatherings for the time being.

Old Stone Church

Thrift Shop Open Saturdays 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM

The shop is loaded with fantastic finds, (including brand name fashions, home décor, household items and more!

Stop by for some great bargains! If you’d like to volunteer a few hours in the shop,

please see Roberta Bruno or Carole Landers.

Baptism—October 21, 2018 Kayden Richard Burkard child of Katie Chomicz Burkard and Kurt Burkard.

Kayden was born in New Haven on August 31, 2018. His godparents are Dale Izzo and Robert Burkard. Cards may be sent to them at 48 Cosey Beach Avenue, East Haven, CT 06512. God’s Blessings!

Christmas Memorial Poinsettias

To order your memorial flowers for Christmas, please

complete the enclosed order form and return it to the church along with your payment, or give your order to any member

of the Flower Committee— Helen Wendt, Chair, Kathy LaPia, Marion Burkard, Heidi Manley, Carol Apuzzo or Andrea Kosowsky

The deadline for orders will be Sunday, December 2nd. Thank you for your continued support and generosity.

Sunday Fellowship Volunteers are needed!

Anyone can host – it’s easy! Please sign up for a Sunday. The sign-up sheet is located

on the door entering the gym. Just see Babs Roberts for information.

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Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 6:30 Infant Care-p 7-9 Boy Scouts-g/sc 7:30 Bible study-conf rm

2 1:30-6:45pm Red Cross Blood Drive-g

3 10am-3pm Thrift Shop hours 9:30am-1pm breastfeeding class-p 12-1pm EHU lunch @ Christ & Epiphany

4 10am Worship/Communion 11:15 blood pressures-g 11:15 Thrift Shop open Heritage Sunday

5 7:30 Boy Scouts leaders mtg-sc

6 ELC open 11am 4th trimester gp-p 6:15 Girl Scouts-sc/tun 7pm FBG mtg-p 7pm Search Comm-conf rm Election Day

7 12 Bible study-conf rm

8 7-9 Boy Scouts-sc/tun 7:30 Bible study-conf rm

(ELC closed)

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6-9 p.m. Holiday Fair

(ELC closed)

1010am-3pm Thrift Shop hours 9am-3pm Holiday Fair

11 10am Worship 11:15 Leadership Council-p 11:15 Thrift Shop open

12 ELC open 6pm Women’s Fellowship-p Veterans Day

13 11am 4th trimester gp-p 6:15 Girl Scouts-sc/tun 7pm Search Comm-conf rm

14 10:30-12 ELC library days-p 12 Bible study-p 6:45pm Tai Chi-p

15 6:30 Childbirth class-p 7-9 Boy Scouts-g/sc 7:30 Bible study-conf rm

16 1710am-3pm Thrift Shop hours 9:30am-1pm Multiples/childbirth clas-ses-p/clsrm 5-10pm EHHS band event-g 12-1pm EHU lunch @ Christ & Epiphany

18 10am Worship 11:15 CE mtg-conf rm 11:15 Deacon’s mtg-p 11:15 Thrift Shop open

19 6-9 pm pie mak-ing-lge kitchen(Linda)

20 11am 4th trimester gp-p 6:15 Girl Scouts-sc/tun 7pm Search Comm-conf rm

21 ELC Thanks-giving Feast-g/k ( in a.m.)

12 Bible study-p 6:45pm Tai Chi-p

22 Staff holiday

23 Staff holiday

2410am-3pm Thrift Shop hours

25 10am Worship 11:15 Global Outreach mtg-p 11:15 Thrift Shop open

26 27 11am 4th trimester gp-p 6:15 Girl Scouts-sc/tun 7pm Search Comm-conf rm

28 12 Bible study-p 6:45pm Tai Chi-p

29 6:30 Childbirth class-p 7-9 Boy Scouts-g/sc 7:30 Bible study-conf rm

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Church Office: 203-467-2907 Early Learning Center Office: 203-467-0661

Church Office Hours: M-F 9am - 12 Noon & 1 - 3:30 pm Summer Hours: M-F 9am—12 Noon

Early Learning Center Hours: M-F 7:30 am to 5:15 pm

Thrift Shop Hours: Saturdays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm—ext. 107

Email: oscongregational@snet.net Website: www.oldstonechurchucceasthaven.org

Fax: 203-467-2907 Ext. 111

CHURCH STAFF and BOARD CHAIRS Ministers………………...All Members of this Church

Interim Pastor Global Outreach

Rev. David Colton x102 Bonnie Taylor

Office Manager Interim Deacon Chair

Kathy Giannone x101 Kathy Mallory

Organist/Choir Director (until May)

Jonathan Budd (as of Nov. 11) Moderator

Treasurer Sue Clark

Linda Hargraves Clerk

Financial Secretary Kristen Vineyard

Helen Wendt Historian

Finance, Bldgs & Grounds Peggy Thomas

Ned Taylor ELC Director

Christian Education Karen Goodale x201

Louise Ward ELC Assistant Director

Sexton Lou Staiano x106 Jennifer Calonico x201 Our Sunday service can be seen on the local access cable Channel 18. Check cable schedule for times.

NEWSLETTER SUBMISSIONS: Deadline for articles, pictures, event notices, etc. is the 15th of each month.

The DECEMBER HERALD deadline will be Nov. 10th. JAN/FEB HERALD deadline – Dec. 10th.

The lighted candle in the

Church Steeple will shine

perpetually as a beacon of

God’s strength. This light

reflects our prayers for

peace, here and abroad.

The First Congregational Church United Church of Christ

Old Stone Church 251 Main Street

East Haven, CT 06512

Plants are offered at $10.00 each

To reserve your plant(s), please complete the form below and return it with your payment to the church office or place it in the collection plate by December 2, 2018. You may make checks payable to OLD STONE CHURCH. (Please note that, for bookkeeping purposes, any checks remitted for payment will not be processed until after the new year.) The poinsettias will be dedicated on Sunday, December 16th. Thank you for your continued support and generosity. Helen Wendt, Chair, Flower Committee

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Name ________________________________________________ Address ______________________________________________ Phone: Day ___________ Evening ___________Cell _____________ Number of plants desired ______ Amt. Enclosed $_______ In Memory of _________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ From_________________________________________________

OR In honor of ___________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ From_________________________________________________ Instructions for Flower Committee

__ Deliver to shut-in __Take home after worship

Number of plants _______ —————————————————————————————— KEEP THIS AS A RECORD OF YOUR ORDER

__ Deliver to shut-in __Take home after worship

Number of plants _________