First Congregational

Passion Week
Discover Hope and Passion

Celebrate Passion Week—a series of events that changed the course of human history. It was a week that changes us forever: Jesus’ betrayal, crucifixion, burial and resurrection. Join us during lent as we remember Jesus' passion—and find out how this passion week can impact your life today.

Ash Wednesday
February 22^nd  
Fig Trees and Prayer
Mark 11:12-14, 20-25, 13:28-31
7:00 Worship

February 26, 2012  Revolutionary Patience     Mark 13:1-27
March 4, 2012       Intimacy and Betrayal       Mark 14: 1-25
March 11, 2012     Prayer as Staying Awake    Mark 14:26-52
March 18, 2012    Denial and Confession         Mark 14:53-15:20
                        OGHS Offering
March 25, 2012   The End of the World       Mark 15:21-47
April 1, 2012         Palm Sunday                         Mark 11:1-11
April 8, 2012        Who Will Tell the Story… Mark 16:1-8

What Matters to You?

Six Vital Themes of Our Faith
Lenten Study

Sunday 11:15 am
in Pastor Charlene’s office

Connect your questions of faith with the deep faith expressed by the United Church of Christ.  Discover what matters through reflection, stories from UCC congregations and members, stories from history, Bible study, and prayer.
Session One: 2/26/2012
We are People of Extravagant Welcome
Jesus didn't turn people away, even those often rejected by others.  We don’t intend to either.  The UCC has been bold in extending an invitation to all.  Come, share your journey with us.
Session Two: 3/4/2012
We Belong to Christ
How do you know God? Tell us your story.  Let’s grow together. Grounded in our history and open to the future with you, our heart belongs to Christ.
Session Three:3/11/2012
We are a People of Covenant
All are welcome into a special relationship with God, especially you. The Holy Spirit binds in covenant faithful people of all ages, tongues, and races. 
Session Four:  3/18/2012
We are One at Baptism and at the Table
Come to the water of baptism and the table of Christ.  Receive God’s goodness and love.  The Holy Spirit through water, bread, and wine makes visible the grace, forgiveness, and presence of God in Christ.
Session Five:  3/25/2012
We Thank God by Working for a Just and Loving World
You are invited to both the joy and responsibility of discipleship.  Imagine that a new world is possible, a world where the realm of God is one of justice, hope and peace.
Session Six:    4/1/2012
We Listen for a Still-speaking God
Look, listen all around.  God’s trying to tell us something. God is at work in our hearts and minds, in faith communities and in the wider world.   God has “more light and truth to break forth.” 
Our text is What Matters to You? Matters to Us by Sidney D. Fowler from Pilgrim Press, $8. If you would like a copy please tell Penny so we can order them.

 

Christmas Program
Sunday, December 18