Author Archives: Sarah Marino

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  Join Us for Earth Communion Sunday at 10 am (October 3, 2021)

  Posted on October 1, 2021 by Sarah Marino in Environment, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Worship

  Traditionally known as World Communion Sunday, we invite you to worship this Sunday at 10 am for what we are calling EARTH COMMUNION SUNDAY as we highlight how our relations not just to other humans but to creation as well is impacted by and reflected in our relationship with God. We will share communion with pre-packaged cups and […]

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  Ways to Honor Indigenous Peoples Day Monday October 11, 2021

  Posted on September 30, 2021 by Sarah Marino in Justice, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Outreach

  FCCW recognizes Indigenous Peoples Day as one of 11 holidays allowed for our employees in the Personnel staff handbook. Cyrus Dallin, Art Museum, Arlington MA – Thursday, October 7, 2021, 7 pm Honoring Indigenous Peoples Day: Ute Elder Forrest Cuch on History and Healing. This program builds on Cyrus Dallin’s lifelong commitment to listening to […]

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  Just Peace Offering 2021

  Posted on September 28, 2021 by Sarah Marino in Giving, Latest News, Outreach

  Update: October 14, 2021 Thank you from your Outreach committee! Our 2021 Just Peace offering has raised  $6,630 for Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Services and their ‘Neighbors In Need: Afghan Allies’ fund. Your generosity will serve Afghan refugees by providing funds to help with clothing and household supplies for these families. It’s not too late! […]

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  Ripley Chapel Virtual Healing Circle

  Posted on September 28, 2021 by Sarah Marino in Health and Wellness, Latest News, Ripley, Worship

  HEALTH MINISTRY Ripley Chapel Virtual Healing Circle Tuesday, September 28 from 7pm to 7:40 pm What gives me the most hope every day is God’s grace; knowing that his grace is going to give me the strength for whatever I face, knowing that nothing is a surprise to God.” -Rick Warren An invitation to pray what is on […]

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  Weekly Walking Group

  Posted on September 24, 2021 by Sarah Marino in Community, Health and Wellness, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Spiritual Practice

  Every Tuesday in Fall at 9am 2 Mayflower Road   “Nature always wears the color of the Spirit.”         R.W. Emerson   In the spirit of community and appreciation of the changing season, Health Ministry is offering a weekly walking group on Tuesday mornings at 9 AM beginning on September 28. We will meet at 2 Mayflower Road in […]

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  Children & Youth News Sep 23, 2021

  Posted on September 24, 2021 by Sarah Marino in Latest News, Youth

  Nursery   Our nursery is open for infants and toddlers to play in a safe environment during Sunday services. We are following all the CDC and MA ECC guidelines for Covid safety. Stepping Stones It was wonderful to see so many friends last week. Elementary students will gather on the front lawn again this Sunday at […]

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  Join Us for Worship Baptisms this Sunday Sep 26, 2021) at 10 am in the Sanctuary

  Posted on September 24, 2021 by Sarah Marino in Latest News, Worship

  Join us for worship this Sunday in the sanctuary or live-streamed online. We’ll continue to listen to the teachings of Jesus and his interactions with the disciples in chapter 9 of Mark as guidepost for our own faithful living. We’ll listen to special music from a quartet of the choir and we’ll conclude worship by going […]

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  Third Thursdays from Racial Justice

  Posted on September 23, 2021 by Sarah Marino in Justice, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News

  (OK, we know we can’t fool you – today is the fourth Thursday)   This monthly column offers reflections from members of the Racial Justice Working Group. Anyone is welcome to write a message here – just contact one of us!   Where’s your place in the caste system?   Many of you recently participated […]

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  Habitat for Humanity Workday

  Posted on September 17, 2021 by Sarah Marino in Community, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Outreach, Volunteer Opportunities, Youth

  Saturday, September 25, 8:30 am near Lawrence, MA Please join our crew at the Habitat for Humanity site around Lawrence for our upcoming work day. Instead of carpooling, we will meet right at the work site at 8:30; we’ll know the exact location later next week. We’ll work until late afternoon. The Habitat organization appreciates when we can provide a […]

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