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Green Team UPDATE!
Continued, page 2
Discovering the Dwelling Places of God
May 5: 10 am Worship Svc*
May 12: 10 am Worship Svc*
May 19: 10 am Worship Svc*
May 26: 10 am Worship Svc*
June 2: 10 am Worship Svc*
June 9: 10 am Worship Svc* New Member Sunday
& Annual Meeting
June 16: 10 am Worship Svc at the Pavilion behind the
Washington Primary Sch.
June 23: 10 am Worship Svc*
June 30: 10 am Worship Svc*
* Sunday School and Childcare Available
May-June 2019
The First Congregational Church of Washington, Connecticut
The Judea JournalThe Judea JournalThe Judea JournalThe Judea Journal
How lovely is your dwelling place, O
Lord of hosts!
Blessed are they that dwell within
thy house, they praise thy name
evermore.
Psalm 84:1,4 as adapted by
Johannes Brahms
By the time this edition of The
Journal is published, I should be in
my new dwelling place high atop
Woodruff House. I am truly blessed
by those who opened their homes to
me while I was living a somewhat
nomadic lifestyle during April, and
I will be forever grateful to them.
As the April showers have
brought us vibrant and beautiful
May flowers, it is good to be in a
new home, experiencing new light
and new life as spring unfolds
around us. It is also good to once
again be surrounded by familiar
things, even if they are in
unfamiliar (for now) places. It is
good to start finding a rhythm and
a routine in this new home,
learning the scenic routes,
exploring the hole-in-the-wall
places, and finding out about the
richness of the history and future of
this wonderful community. It is
lovely to find the dwelling places of
Announcements, Misc 6
Birthdays 6
Calendar 7
Christian Education 5
Council’s Corner 3
From the Pastor 1
Green Team 10
Memorials—Weekly 9
Missions & Outreach 4
Sunday Morning Support 8
Upcoming Events 6
Green Fair Update 11
In this issue: Annual Meeting
Page 2
By the Rev. Robyn Gray, PhD
Calendar, Upcoming Events and Birthdays on
Pages 6-7 Page 10
New Deacons!
May-June
Page 3
Path To Membership We would love to have anyone interested in becoming a member attend
a luncheon after service on June 2nd in the Parlor, hosted by the Deacons
and Council. We will discuss the workings and structure of the church as
well as Member status and expectations, so you can decide if you would
like to officially join.
On June 9th, we will have a New Member Sunday for anyone who
attended the Orientation to stand up and declare Membership through a
short Invitation and Response.
It’s painless, really, so bring your questions and your curiosity and
come and see what we are all about.
Please RSVP to the office…. (860) 868-0569 or [email protected]
(Continued from page 1) Discovering the Dwelling Places of God (continued from page 1)
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the Lord of Hosts in this
beautiful area and among the
people who live here.
German composer Johannes
Brahms wrote deeply moving
music for these verses of Psalm
84 in his German Requiem,
music which captures the
serenity and peace of those
dwelling in the house of their
God, and I have found that
serenity and peace here, not just
in moments of worship together,
but also in chatting with folks in
this beautiful dwelling place of
community.
In the coming months,
amidst planning for the Green
Fair, graduations, vacations,
and other end-of-the-program-
year celebrations and rituals, I
hope you have a moment to sit
and chat with me about what
makes this community a lovely
dwelling place of our God. What
excites you? What gives you
peace here? How could we offer
a peaceful dwelling to others in
our community? What does “you
are welcome here” mean to you?
Let's get together over a
beverage (coffee, tea, soda,
something stronger, or whatever
you enjoy) and chat about where
we are, where we've been, and
where we could be going. Shoot
me an email at
pastor.robyn@firstchurchwashin
gtonct.org and we can schedule
a time to be in conversation
together.
In this beautiful time of
spring, the earth and all that
dwells therein is truly a lovely
place.
Notes from The Deacons
We are excited to welcome
three new members to the Board
of Deacons; Sheila Anson, Hailey
Lovallo, and Henrietta Small
have agreed to join our merry
band! This brings our board to
thirteen members, many hands
make light work, and we are ex-
cited to explore new opportunities
that may be possible with the ex-
panded numbers. Our deacons,
both long-serving and brand new,
bring an extraordinary abun-
dance of gifts to our Congrega-
tion. If you are wondering if serv-
ing as a deacon might be right for
you now, or in the future – or if
you’re just a little superstitious
about the number 13 – there’s al-
ways room at the table, please
reach out to any one of us.
We are always open to
hear your ideas and feedback
about our worship and hospitali-
ty. We are also in need of your
gifts. The time of fellowship and
refreshment after worship is an
important part of our tie together.
We are always looking for those
who are willing to host coffee
hour. If you’re willing, let us
know. If you’re unsure how,
know that there’s always a Dea-
con of the Month ready and will-
ing to help.
Board of Deacons
Ellen Willert - 860-605-7902
Sheila Anson - 860-868-2786
Susan Elliott - 860-567-3768
Judith Gorra - 860-868-7023
Wayne Hileman - 860-868-7235
Anne Low - 860-868-0662
Dan Lovallo - 860-361-6949
Hailey Lovallo - 860-3616949
Susan Loyd Turner-860-868-0868
Cara Michalski - 860-484-4533
Henrietta Small- 860-729-3952
Terri Tibbatts - 860-350-1919
Dave Werkhoven - 860-0054
We hope you had the
opportunity to enjoy the
Hallelujah Chorus for the
Easter service and to see how
fun it is to be part of the
musical group here at First
Church. Even if you don't
have experience in singing,
we welcome you to join us as
we gather once a month to
sing for morning worship.
Just contact Jesse at Music@
firstchurchwashingtonct.org
to be added to the choir email
list to receive notifications.
Alecia Evans,
Music Chair
Musical Notes
The Council’s Corner
Rev. Robyn Gray, Pastor
860-868-0569, phone extension 11
Her work week is Saturday through
Wednesday. Please contact her if you wish to
make an appointment.
Carrie Loyd, Christian Ed Superintendent
Email: [email protected]
Jesse Ofgang, Organist/Principal Musician
Kathleen Sauvageau, Bookkeeper
Wednesdays, 9 am to 7 pm.
Karen Esslinger, Admin. Assistant
[email protected] ext10
Mon and Wed, 1 pm—5:30 pm (remote)
Tues and Thurs, 9 am—1:30 pm (office)
Al Trowbridge, Sexton (860) 868-0230
Ministers: All the Members
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Council Members
Anne Marie Zanzal, Bridge Pastor,
860-868-0569, ext 11
Trish Grinnell, Moderator, 860-799-0190
Tony Vengrove, Vice-Moderator/ Stewardship,
860-799-0054
Michelle Gorra, Treasurer, 860-868-7852
OPEN, Clerk
Millie Johnson, Christian Ed. (860)354-0569
Ellen Willert, Deacons, 860-605-7902
Steve Wadelton, Finance, 860-868-9822
Jim Esslinger, Missions, (860) 919-5207
Alecia Evans, Music & Drama, 860-868-2864
John Lintner, Personnel, 860-868-0019
May-June 2019
CT Conference of the UCC Special Meeting on May 18
Be a delegate and learn more about our denomination
and the good work it does in Connecticut!
Resolutions to be considered on these topics:
• Regarding Citizenship of Certain Foreign-Born
Children Adopted by American Citizens
• Regarding Child Marriage & Forced Marriages
• End the Practice of Prolonged Solitary Confinement
in CT Prisons & Jails
When: Sat, May 18, 1 – 5 pm
Where: First Congregational Church, W. Hartford,
12 S Main St, W. Hartford
Register directly at
https://www.ctucc.org/eventdetail/2019-special-meeting-
of-the-ct-conference-12240474
Questions?: Go to the registration web page or
contact Karen, Ellen Willert, or Pastor Robyn
Www.FirstChurchWashingtonCT.org
Council Meetings: 3/21 4/11 5/16 6/20 Call to
ANNUAL Congrega�onal Mee�ng
Sunday, June 9 in Wersebe Hall, Immediately following worship.
Agenda:
• Committee Reports
• Vote on Nominating and Treasurer’s reports
• Safe Church Policy (Revision)
-Discussion and Vote
• Green Fair
See you there!
Trish GrinnellTrish GrinnellTrish GrinnellTrish Grinnell, Moderator
Do you want to be more involved with
your church but don’t know where your
talents and skills would be best used?
Contact Karen in the church office or grab a copy
of the Time and Talents form at:
https://s3.amazonaws.com/mychurchwebsite/c3775
/2016-directory_info_and_time-talents.pdf
If the link looks too intimidating… just contact
Karen and she’ll send you a copy by mail or email.
(860) 868-0569.
Want to get more involved with your Want to get more involved with your Want to get more involved with your Want to get more involved with your
church??church??church??church??
Tell us what you love to do and we’ll do our best to
match you up with activities that ring your bells!
Complete the Time and Talents form that is now
available online, or contact the church office for a
paper or PDF version to be sent to you.
http://www.firstchurchwashingtonct.org
/page/time_and_talents_profile
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Reaching Out to Help and Support Our Neighbors—Near and Far
Jim Esslinger (860-919-5207) or [email protected] , Missions Chair
Our next service date for the Loaves and Fishes Hospitality Kitchen is Thursday, May 30.
We are accepting sign-ups for contributions and still need 1 kitchen helper. The menus is
again Shepherd’s Pie, Salad, Bread, Fruit, Ice Cream… You can sign up online through the
link on at www.firstchurchwashingtonct.org, or on the bulletin board in the church hall. Drop-off for
food items is Wednesday, May 29 (until 5 pm) and Thursday, May 30 before noon. If you do sign up,
you will get a reminder at the beginning of that week.
If you have any questions about it, please contact Dick Connor [email protected].
I want to thank you all for stepping up donations for the food bank in New Milford. We have
collected 851 pounds to date and my hope is that we can reach 1200 pounds by June 30. Also,
remember there are people with dietary needs that visit the food bank also so low sodium and gluten
free items are always welcome. This year our plan is to have the proceeds go to the Warren-Washington
Food bank in Warren. Joe Mustich mentioned to me this past Sunday that they are looking for
donations and their supplies are low. Obviously we will continue to support the New Milford (and other)
Food Banks as well but may alternate between them.
Trivia Night will hopefully take place in the fall. We are waiting to hear back from Charlie Meade,
the coordinator of the event. The proceeds of this annual event go to the Loaves & Fishes building fund.
The building, by the way, is on schedule and so the funds are definitely needed to pay those construction
bills!
Our next Loaves & Fishes meal service date is on May 30. We have a fresh form waiting for your
offer of food donations and we also need one more server for that day. Check out the box below for more.
Easter Memorial donations (other than flowers) this year totaled $340 ($180 allocated for food and
$160 for shelter). The donations will be going to FISH (Friends in Service to Humanity) in Torrington.
FISH last year served 116,000 meals to 516 families (1,700 individuals). Also, their shelter has 35 beds
and found permanent housing for 41 shelter residents including 85 adults, 11 veterans and 6 children…a
total of 102 residents. I am very pleased to donate or Easter Memorial collection to this worthy
organization!
And finally, a very important offering is taking place on June 9, 2019: One Great Hour of Sharing
(OGHS). This is one of two offerings that the UCC holds annually. Throughout the month of May we
will share stories and more information during Mission Moments and you will see some of the many
areas where our donations make a difference in many people’s lives and how very important it is that we
all give as generously as we are able.
Many Thanks, Jim Esslinger
Please give generously on Sunday, June 9.
One Great Hour of Sharing, as part of Our Church’s Wider
Mission, is the special mission offering of the United Church of
Christ that carries God’s message of love and hope to people in
crisis. The UCC works with international partners to provide
sources of clean water, food, education and health care, small
business micro-credit, advocacy and resettlement for refugees and displaced
persons, and emergency relief and rehabilitation. OGHS also supports
domestic and international ministries for disaster preparedness and response.
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Christian Education/Faith Formation
Www.FirstChurchWashingtonCT.org May-June 2019
YOUTH GROUP
Final meeting date of the program year: Sunday, May 26
The First Congregational Church of Washington's Youth Group is for grades 6-12 and all are welcome!
Our regular meetings are on the last Sunday of every month from 5-7 pm at the Parish House. Every
meeting involves a group discussion focusing on the current month's faith practice, food, games, and
much more. I
f you have any questions, please contact Emelie (203-405-6710) or Mike Burl,
or via email at [email protected], or [email protected] .
Youth Programs
Every second Sunday, a group of high school teens gather during coffee hour to
discuss the ways in which they can not only get more involved in the church, but also
how their faith gets involved in their lives outside of the church.
This group is open to new members in September and January. If you or your child
are in high school and are interested in joining, please contact Emelie Samuelson or
Mike Burl and get on the list for the next open enrollment date. (see contact info above)
Compassionate Communication Practice Group - Next meeting date is May 8
2nd Wednesday of each month at 6:30 pm in the Parlor
There is no greater need than now for cultivating love and compassion for self
and others. As cultural forces seem to be creating a greater divide among
people, Jesus’ message of inclusivity and love are urgently needed.
Compassionate Communication, or Non-Violent Communication (NVC) as
taught by Marshall Rosenberg, is a way of communing with yourself and others to foster more
understanding and better outcomes for everyone.
The group meets on an on-going basis and newcomers are welcome. Please let Karen know if you
plan to attend (860-868-0569, x10) and we can get you on the mailing list. There are some ground-rules
the group has collectively established and we ask that you make an effort to learn and practice. For
more information about the concept, read: Non-Violent Communication by Marshall Rosenberg and
check out the resources we have available on our website at:
www.firstchurchwashingtonct.org/compassionate_communication
Living Your Faith
It was a fun April in Sunday School! We welcomed Pastor Robyn, prepared
ourselves for Easter, and celebrated Earth Day. Easter Sunday saw a record
number of kids visit our church. We are so thankful to have had such a fun
group celebrate the holiday with us. Thank you to those who extended an
invitation to friends and neighbors to join us. The Easter Egg Hunt was a huge
success, thank you to the Youth Group and all who helped make it happen!
Join us this May for more fun and learning as we prepare for the end of the school
year and the summer ahead!
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June Birthdays May Birthdays
Miscellaneous Announcements
Please let us know if we missed
anyone so that we may update our
database!!
Contact Karen at (860) 868-0569.
2 ...... Fran Whitehead
6 ...... Scott Tilden
10 .... Alexa Lewis
11 .... Carolyn Muszala
15 .... Finn Nettleton
16 .... Riley Brady
20 .... Art Peterson
23 ...... Linda Frank
28 ......Hailey Lovallo
2 ....... Lyle Nichols
15 ..... Cara Michalski,
......... Debbie Swigart
17 ..... Mary Rivers, Carrie Loyd
20 ..... Tony Vengrove
23 ..... Sheila Anson
24 ..... Scott Brady
Come join us in the Meeting House of
the First Congregational Church for
SingOut! CT's annual Spring Show!
Doors open at 6pm, Event starts at 6:30pm.
Free admission. Donations accepted.
JUNE 2
New Member Orientation Luncheon
Anyone interested in finding out more about
who we are and what we do as a church is wel-
come. RSVP to the church office: 860-868-
0569 or
(Refer to article on page 1.)
June 9
New Member Sunday
Worship that day includes an opportunity for
anyone who has attended the orientation and
wishes to join the church to do so.
Annual Congregational Meeting
Immediately following worship in the church
hall on June 9. (See agenda on page 3.)
Annual River Service at the Pavilion on June 16
Yes! It’s on! Rain or shine because we now have
shelter! Join us for our annual outdoor worship
service and Strawberry Shortcake Social!
Our Deacons have done it again and found us a
“new” location at which to celebrate. Tubing has
yet to be determined…. Stay tuned.
The pavilion is located behind the Washington
Primary School and there is plenty of parking!
The GREEN FAIR IS COMING!
July 13 from 9 am - 2 pm
Let the preparations begin!!
Everyone can contribute in some way. Please
see the general notice for donations and help.
There is some specific help needed this year
in addition to the usual LOTS.
Please see page 11 for details.
Submitting Material for the Judea Journal
The deadline for June supplement
content is May 17.
Page 7 To access an online calendar, visit Www.FirstChurchWashingtonCT.org May-June 2019
June 2019
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1
2
10 am Worship
11 am - New Mem-ber Orientation Luncheon
3
3:30:00 - 6:30 pm - Girl Scouts (PH)
4
9:30 AM - AA
12:15 PM Rotary
6:30 PM– NB DS
5
6
4 pm Gentle Yoga with Andrea
7
10 am - AA Meeting
6 pm - NB Pot Luck
8
11 am - Gunnery Alumni Convocation
9
10 am Worship / New Member Sunday
11 am - Annual Meeting
10
11
9:30 AM - AA
6:30 PM– NB DS
12
6:30 pm - NVC*
13
4 pm Gentle Yoga with Andrea
14
10 am - AA Meeting
6 pm - NB Pot Luck
15
10 am - Wedding on the Green (Landry)
16 10 am Worship
At the Pavilion
17
18
9:30 AM - AA
12:15 pm - Rotary
6:30 PM– NB DS
19
20
4 pm Gentle Yoga
6:30 pm - Council
21
10 am - AA Meeting
6 pm - NB Pot Luck
22
23
10 am Worship
30
10 am Worship
24 25 26 27 28 29
May 2019
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1 2
4 pm Gentle Yoga
5:30 pm SingOut!
3
10 am - AA Meeting
6 pm - NB Pot Luc
4
5
10 am Worship with Communion and Sunday School
1 pm - Comfort Shawls
4 pm SingOutCT
6
9 am - Gunnery Monday Meeting
5:00 - 6:30 pm - Girl Scouts (PH)
7
9:30 AM - AA
6:30 PM– NB Divorce Support
8
6:30 pm NVC Practice Group
7 pm - Safe Church Meeting
9
4 pm Gentle Yoga with Andrea 5:30 pm SingOut rehearsal
10
10 am - AA Meeting
6 pm - NB Pot Luck
11
12
10 am Worship with Sunday School
11 am Teen Talk
4 pm SingOutCT
13
9 am - Gunnery Monday Meeting
14
9:30 AM - AA
12:15 pm -Rotary
6:30 PM– NB DS
15
16
4 pm Gentle Yoga
6:30 pm - Council Meeting
6:30 pm -Green Team mtg
17
10 am - AA Meeting
6 pm - NB Pot Luck
7 PM Gunnery Spring Concert
18
Afternoon—
SingOut!CT Dress Rehearsal (MH)
19
10 am Worship with and Sunday School
11 am Worship Planning Meeting
6:30 pm SingOut!CT Concert
20
5:00 - 6:30 pm - Girl Scouts (PH)
21
9:30 AM - AA
6:30 PM– NB DS
7 pm - Gunn Baccalaureate
(MH)
22
23
4 pm Gentle Yoga with Andrea
24
10 am - AA Meeting
6 pm - NB Pot Luck
25
26
10 am Worship
5-7 pm Youth Group Meeting
27
Buildings / Office CLOSED
28
9:30 AM - AA
12:15 pm -Rotary
6:30 PM– NB DS
29
Loaves & Fishes Food Drop-off
30
4 pm Gentle Yoga with Andrea
3:15 pm - Loaves & Fishes
* NVC - Refers to “Non-Violent, or Compassionate
Communication” practice group that meets monthly to
study and practice the process of communication
“Today, give yourself permission to be outrageously kind, irrationally warm, improbably generous. I promise it will be a blast.” —Sasha Dichter, Acumen Chief Innovation Officer
Karen on Vacation - Substitute help will be in the office to answer phones, etc
Worship Support Ministry
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♦ The Communion server marked with an asterisk is assigned to bring the bread.
If you are scheduled and cannot do it for some reason, please make arrangements for a
replacement and then notify Karen in the church office.
DEACONS OF THE MONTH: SUSAN LOYD TURNER AND TERRI TIBBATTS (MAY)
TBD AND TBD (JUNE)
DATE USHERS &
GREETERS
WORSHIP
ASSISTANT
WELCOME
ANNOUNC’M’TS NURSERY
SUNDAY
SCHOOL
COFFEE
HOUR
MAY 5 COMMUNION
Wayne Hileman,
Judie Gorra*,
Emelie and Mike Burl
Trish Grinnell Judie Gorra Judie Gorra Carrie Loyd
and TBD
Anne Low and
Terri Tibbatts
MAY 12 Sarah Jenkins and
Sheila Anson
Andrew Grinnell Wayne Hileman TBD Carrie Loyd
and TBD
Linda Frank and
Robbie Oxnard
MAY 19 Dan Lovallo and
Peter Armstrong Madeline Gorra Dan Lovallo TBD
Carrie Loyd
and TBD
Judie Gorra and
Henrietta Small
MAY 26 Sarah Jenkins and
Al Trowbridge Emelie Burl Judie Gorra TBD
Carrie Loyd
and TBD
John and Susan
Loyd Turner
JUNE 2
COMMUNION
Cara Michalski*, Helen
Hughes, John Lintner
and Al Trowbridge
Katie Grinnell Dan Lovallo TBD Carrie Loyd
and TBD
Grinnells and
Parsons
JUNE 9 ANNUAL MTG
Alyssa, Caroline, and
Lee Parsons
Carole
Glintenkamp Wayne Hileman TBD
Carrie Loyd
and TBD Helen Hughes
JUNE 16 Karen and Jim Esslinger Trish Grinnell Dan Lovallo TBD Carrie Loyd
and TBD Deacons
JUNE 23 Michael and Abigail
Gorra Kate Vengrove Wayne Hileman TBD
Carrie Loyd
and TBD OPEN
JUNE 30 Jack and Jane Boyer Dan Lovallo Dan Lovallo TBD Carrie Loyd
and TBD Vengrove Family
COFFEE HOUR HOSTS ARE NEEDED for dates marked “OPEN”.
Hosts are responsible for setting up the large table in Wersebe Hall as well as the coffee table,
putting out snacks (whatever you want – can be as simple as chips and dip, crackers and
cheese, or popcorn). Summer is simplest of all with cold drinks and light pickings outside,
weather permitting. Then hosts responsible for cleanup afterwards. (This can also mean that
hosts recruit help from others in that effort!) Please sign up on the list(s) on the bulletin board
in Wersebe Hall (near the kitchen) or email or call the office (860) 868-0569.
[email protected] Coffee Hour Guidelines are available!
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Flowers
May 5 Given by the Hoadley children in honor of the 11 grandchildren and 17
great grandchildren of Nelson and Peggy Hoadley
May 12 In loving memory of her sisters, Elizabeth H. Graham and Estelle H.
Flack, given by Debbie Swigart
May 19 Given in loving memory of Harold "Ace" & Norma K. Anson and Wylie & Mary
Kinney by Sheila Anson
May 26 Given by Toppy in loving memory of her husband, Walter (Jed) Pickett, Jr.
June 2 Given by Helen Rauch Hughes in memory of her mother, Marjorie Rauch
June 9 OPEN
June 16 Given by Debbie Swigart and Family in loving memory of her parents, Melora and
Paul Herold
June 23 Given by Her Family in loving memory of Barbara McConnell Daniell, married in this
sanctuary to Harry W. Daniell on June 22, 1952
June 30 In honor of LGBTQ+ Pride Month, given by Pastor Robyn.
Steeple Lighting
May 5 In loving memory of Sue Werkhoven, given by her family
May 12 In memory of Nancy B. Houldin, given by her family
May 19 In memory of Buddy Kay, given by Liz and Art Peterson
May 26 Given by The Reichs in loving memory of Stephen C. Reich
June 2 Given by Helen Rauch Hughes in memory of her mother, Marjorie Rauch
Given by Barbara Nye in loving memory of Norman Strojny
June 9 OPEN
June 16 Given by Her Family in loving memory of Barbara McConnell Daniell, married in this
sanctuary to Harry W. Daniell on June 22, 1952
Given by Barbara Nye in loving memory of family who have "gone home" before me
In memory of Reverend Lee A. Neuhaus and Kurt P. Neuhaus
June 23 Given by The Reichs in loving memory of Stephen C. Reich
June 30 OPEN
In Memory of...
Flowers are $70 per week. Steeple Lighting is $25 per week.
Consider honoring a loved one or special occasion by sponsoring flowers or steeple lighting! If you
have a particular date or dates you wish to sponsor flowers or steeple lighting at any time during the
year to honor or remember someone or something, please contact Karen in the church office to verify
date availability. Call (860) 868-0569 or email: [email protected]
In addition to the dates noted above as “OPEN”, the following dates are also available:
Flowers: 7/7, 7/14, 9/15, 9/22, 10/6, 11/3, 11/10, 1/12/2020, 1/19 and 1/26
Steeple Lighting: 7/7, 8/4, 9/8, 9/15, 9/22, 11/10, 12/8, 1/5/2020, 1/12, 1/19 and 1/26
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Green Team Update!
Reflecting the outcome of our Conversation Café in January, the Green Team has set an agenda
of topics for the coming year. We hope you will participate in these events and we invite anyone
interested in getting actively involved in making environmental change to join us in the planning
as well. See below for our next meeting date.
• Carbon Footprint – We are planning to host a screening of the National Geographic movie, “From
Paris to Pittsburgh” this fall and also hold a workshop where you can learn how to calculate your
own carbon footprint and set goals for personal reduction.
• Recycling – What can and cannot be recycled in “single stream” municipal system, and what other
ways can you recycle and reduce waste AND reduce your carbon footprint? Sometime the next
month or two, we will host an engaging and informative speaker who will provide us with the inside
scoop on recycling in Connecticut.
• Composting – Recycling your food and some other wastes through home composting. How do you
do it (if you don’t already) and how can you do it better (if you already do)? We have someone lined
up to do this and will be setting a date in the near future.
• Green Fair – Opportunities to make the Green Fair “greener”. How can we reduce the
amount of leftovers hauled away in a dumpster post-fair? We’ll be supplying the Shepaug Art Dept
with interesting trinkets that can be used for art projects. And we have leads on a couple other
organizations who will take leftovers – and use them – like non-profits. We definitely need more
help with this for both tracking down organizations who want to benefit from our leftovers and
generating - and helping out implementing other creative ideas. Contact Karen if you can help in
any way.
• Fix It Café – New to Washington this fall, we are planning an event where volunteer experts show
you how – and help you to fix your own stuff, like small appliances, clothing, wooden and other
objects that just need a little TLC to avoid becoming waste – and to save you money! It is a global
movement. Look it up online. We need to recruit fixit experts in assorted areas. Contact Karen if
you know anyone you can ask.
• Water Conservation – What is the state of water in our world? And what can we do each day to
reduce our impact? We are currently looking for resources & and expert who can present on this
topic….
Green Team Planning Meeting - Thursday, May 6 at 6:30 pm
All are welcome to join us as we plan some upcoming events and activities.
Be a part of the action; be a part of the solution! Lend your voice, ideas and helping hands.
Just stop in or call ahead and let us know you’re coming. If you want to be aware of any last
minute changes to this meeting, please contact Karen in the church office. (860) 868-0569
Special Note to Members on Donation Drop-offs:
If you have book donations, please place them directly in the Choir Room downstairs in the Meeting House to save us from having to move them. If necessary, you can put them in the narthex (entry way to the church).
Other small donations can still go in the Green Fair storage room upstairs in the Parish House. Furniture can still go in the Judea Nursery rooms for now.
Also, please call our attention to any special donations suitable for the auctions so we can put them aside in a staging area.
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Preparations for the Green Fair are underway. Michael Gorra and Scott Brady, Fair Co-Chairs, and
the rest of the team NEEDS YOUR HELP!
At this stage of the game we are looking for 2 things:
1) Time commitments and 2) STUFF!
What kind of time commitment? Well, anything you can give. Saying you are too busy is not
acceptable. Fun is essential. We all are busy but we must find the time for fun and to make the 2019
edition another great fair.
Some openings include:
Silent Auction – Co-Chair to help Ben Grinnell organize, setup and execute
After-Fair Management – Chair. There are a ton of resources but we need someone to
coordinate and see leftovers dispositioned and things go back to “normal”.
Publicity Support – A third person to help with promotion
Donation Pickup Help – Someone to help with truck “projects” or just willingness to be
occasionally available to do pick up if larger items or large loads.
What kind of stuff? Again, anything you can part with, for the most part. Garden items - furniture,
nice garden decorations, planters, garden tools in good condition, are always popular.· NICE: White
Elephant (Tag Sale)
!!!GREEN FAIR: July 13, 2019!!!
MOST IMPORTANTLY, we need items for:
· REALLY NICE: Silent and Live Auctions and · NICER: Boutique
Think: Sports events tix, vacation homes, large dinner experience,
celebrity meet and greet, show tickets, etc. Use your imagination!!!
It is easiest to list what we won’t take:
· We won’t take anything broken.
· We will take furniture but we won’t take any mattresses nor any upholstered furniture.
· We also don’t like electronics because they tend to be outdated and no one wants to buy
obsolete electronics. Exceptions might be something that has historic value as an antique.
And we don’t mean an 8 track player!
Items you are considering donating can be brought to the church during Karen’s hours. Donation
pickup is as volunteers are available. If the item is large and needs transportation or if you have a
question whether we will accept the item, please call the church office
(860-868-0569) or send an email to: [email protected]
Office Hours: (Thru June 20) Mon & Wed (Phone/email) 1– 5:30 pm; Tue/ Thu- 9 am - 1:30 pm
(After June 24th) Mon & Wed- 1:00 – 5:30 pm; Tue/ Thu- 9:00 am to 1:30 pm
Whoever you are, and wherever you are on your life’s journey, you are welcome.
6 Kirby Road P.O. Box 1285 Washington, CT 06793
The First Congregational Church of Washington, Connecticut
Phone: 860-868-0569 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.firstchurchwashingtonct.org
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The Justice and Peace Action Network (JPANet) is the arm through Justice and Witness
Ministries of the UCC carries out its mission statement. It is our denomination’s grassroots
advocacy network composed of individual members and local UCC congregations across the
country.
The JPANet both educates and engages its members in shaping public policy in keeping with
God's vision of a just and loving society. Our work is grounded in General Synod resolutions,
consonant with historic UCC witness, and formed by a biblical understanding of prophetic
ministry.
JPANet members collectively advocate on a variety of issues for social change that promotes
the Common Good. These issue areas are resourced by national staff of the Justice and Witness
Ministries and Wider Church Ministries who work with local UCC advocates to shape
coordinated strategy on our common witness. The Global Concerns issue area is shared with
staff of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ),the UCC’s partner in global ministry.
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