Author Archives: Sarah Marino

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  Zoom Communion (Jan 3, 2021)

  Posted on December 31, 2020 by Sarah Marino in Latest News, Worship

  A lot of pressure is being put on 2021 to be the year that redeems 2020. Of course, the arbitrary line between one year and another does not promise that a tick of the clock will erase pain and problems. But as the first Sunday in 2021, this Sunday offers the opportunity to start the […]

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  FCCW Financial News

  Posted on December 31, 2020 by Sarah Marino in Giving, Latest News

  PPP loan forgiven Light the Steeple campaign 2021 pledge status – it’s not too late to pledge 2020 pledge payments – it’s not too late to pay! 2021 budget process – hearing and vote Greetings and Happy New Year to all FCCW members and friends from your finance team.  There are a number of items […]

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  Epiphany Zoom Service

  Posted on December 28, 2020 by Sarah Marino in Community, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Small Groups, Worship, Youth

  Wed. Jan 6 5 pm On Wednesday, January 6th, we turn our focus away from presents we receive and towards presents for the Christ Child. Epiphany, means showing, an illuminating discovery, and coincides with the arrival of the Three Wise Men at the manger. Our celebration will include three familiar songs/hymns which tell the story. […]

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  Christmas Eve Services

  Posted on December 23, 2020 by Sarah Marino in Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Worship

  We are excited to be with you for Christmas Eve whether you have signed up to join us in-person or will join us through the live-stream link (see below)! At this point our intention despite the bad weather promised for later in the evening is to offer LIVE and STREAMED all 4 services at 4, 5, 6, […]

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  Steeple Cross Blessing

  Posted on December 21, 2020 by Sarah Marino in Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News

  For those who missed it at the service on Sunday, here is the Blessing of the Cross on top of the steeple. Rev. Will, Peter Owens, Bruce Alexander, and Tracy V. Burhans climbed 184 feet up there to film the blessing before the scaffolding began coming down.

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  Fellowship and Service Team (FAST) program

  Posted on December 21, 2020 by Sarah Marino in Community, Health and Wellness, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Outreach, Volunteer Opportunities, Youth

  Dear friends,   Our faith community is strong, and we are always seeking ways to help one another and deepen our bonds. As we approach January and MLK’s Day of Service, and as the pandemic continues to disrupt our ‘normal’ lives, we seek ways to unburden our fellow parishioners and care for each other.   […]

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  Join Us for Worship & Christmas Pageant (Dec 20, 2020)

  Posted on December 20, 2020 by Sarah Marino in Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Worship, Youth

  Gather in for worship this Sunday and hear our children and youth (and adults!) tell the story of Christ’s birth in a specially designed on-line Christmas Pageant called “Do Not Be Afraid”! The pandemic won’t keep the Angel Gabriel from visiting Mary, or Caesar Augustus from issuing decrees, or Joseph from bringing Mary to Bethlehem, […]

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  Christmas Offering

  Posted on December 18, 2020 by Sarah Marino in Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Outreach

  Dear Congregation,   As we enter a unique holiday season, with all the challenges and restrictions the pandemic imposes, we are presented with another joyful opportunity to make life a little brighter for those who are experiencing personal struggles in meeting life’s demands. The Outreach Ministry is excited to share this year’s recipient of our […]

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  Join Us for Worship This Sunday (Dec. 13, 2020)

  Posted on December 12, 2020 by Sarah Marino in Latest News, Worship

  Join us this Sunday for worship on-line as we celebrate the Third Sunday of Advent. We will be lighting the candle of JOY, distributing 3rd grade Bibles, hearing from Rev. Judy about the promise of joy in the midst of our sorrows and, if you stay to the end, you’ll see a sky high Blessing of […]

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