Category Archives: Community
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Come join the Alexanders at the RIM (Refugee Immigration Ministry) International Dinner on Sunday, Nov. 17th,
Posted on November 12, 2019 by Sarah Marino in Community, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Outreach5:30 – 8:30 pm At the Armenian Cultural and Education Center in Watertown This event brings together all the clusters of RIM and many of their past and present clients (asylum seekers), for an evening of sharing the gifts of our diverse cultures through music, art, and food. This is a key fundraising event for […]
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Centering Prayer/Meditation Circle
Posted on October 25, 2019 by Sarah Marino in Community, Health and Wellness, Latest News, Ripley, Small Groups, Spiritual PracticeWednesdays 6:30-7 am in Ripley Chapel Begin your Wednesday mornings in Ripley Chapel with a time of silent prayer starting this Wednesday, October 30th. We’ll begin with a brief reading, spend 20 minutes in silence and close with a prayer. Meditation mats/cushions (and regular chairs) are provided or bring your own.
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Ripley Chapel Rededication Service: Photo Gallery
Posted on October 16, 2019 by Nancy in Community, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Ripley, WorshipThe Chapel is looking beautiful and while the finishing touches still need to be accomplished in the coming month, the space was ready for us to gather with candlelight, song, and prayer as we offer our communal blessing to the space. The Rededication was framed around a Taizé Service. If you don’t know about Taizé […]
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Ripley Chapel Healing Circle
Posted on October 11, 2019 by Sarah Marino in Community, Health and Wellness, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Ripley, Small Groups, Spiritual PracticeSunday, October 27th Immediately after worship (11:00ish) An invitation to pray what is on your heart in community. A contemplative healing practice designed for those experiencing pain, grief, illness or burden. Connect deeply to the love, grace, and serenity that God offers us.
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Climate Strike Testimonials
Posted on October 4, 2019 by Sarah Marino in Community, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Outreach, Spiritual Practice, Worship, YouthTwo of our youth gave testimonials this past Sunday on their experience of the Climate Strike. Ben Kuchma is a Junior at Winchester High and his brother Alex is a 5th grader at Morroco. Benjamin Kuchma I was asked to talk today about my experiences during the September 20th climate strike. This event encouraged youth […]
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Join Us for World Communion Sunday at 10 am (October 6, 2019)
Posted on October 3, 2019 by Sarah Marino in Community, Latest News, Small Groups, Spiritual Practice, Worship, YouthThis first Sunday of October is World Communion Sunday when we share the Lord’s Supper within our congregation but pay special mind to those across the world who are also joining us in this sacred act. The kids will be waving flags from many nations and the choir’s anthem will draw our attention across the […]
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Building Use Request Form (Rental) and Procedure
Posted on October 3, 2019 by Sarah Marino in Community, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Ripley, Small GroupsThe Ministry and Facilities Ministry Teams, in conjunction with the Building Manager, have begun a building rental procedure that will apply to all rentals from both members, tenants, and non-members seeking to use the building. If you go to the church web site, click the far left drop down “I’m New Here”, then scroll down […]
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Ripley Chapel Report # 7
Posted on October 3, 2019 by Sarah Marino in Community, Health and Wellness, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Ripley, WorshipOctober 3, 2019 It’s been a few weeks since our last report, and, boy, has there been progress! Those of you who have taken advantage of a few recent opportunities to take a peak into the chapel (such as after Worship some Sundays) have walked away feeling the same excitement that your Ripley Chapel Working […]
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Jazz Blessing of the Animals 2019
Posted on October 1, 2019 by Sarah Marino in Community, Giving, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force NewsSunday, October 20, 2019, 10 AM Rain Location: Chidley Hall Please join us on the Town Common where we will swing, celebrate and give thanks for all of God’s creatures, blessing our animal companions. We welcome all pets – furry, scaly, hairy, feathery and even plush! Photos of beloved pet companions are welcome in place […]
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FORUM Continues this Sunday
Posted on October 1, 2019 by Sarah Marino in Community, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Small Groups, YouthSunday, October 6, 2019 If you are in high school and missed the kickoff of forum last Sunday night, which included blobbing, Legos, and gif charades… Don’t fret! Come next Sunday! Doors open at 7 and we begin promptly at 7:30 with half of everyone’s favorite game! 😋 🦁🐯🐅🐆🦄🦓🦌
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