Category Archives: Health and Wellness
Health Ministry and wellness events/news
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A Regathering Update!
Posted on July 1, 2021 by Sarah Marino in Health and Wellness, Latest News, WorshipThe Regathering Team has been meeting throughout the Covid-19 pandemic and is pleased to convey these updates to the congregation: Summer Worship During the month of July, worship will continue on Zoom. With hearts full of cautious optimism, we are looking forward to worshiping in the sanctuary starting on August 8th. We invite people […]
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NAMI Support Groups Serve Specific Interests
Posted on June 23, 2021 by Sarah Marino in Health and Wellness, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Small GroupsThe number of NAMI Support Groups offered in the Commonwealth that cater to specific interests is growing. Virtual meetings help make this possible. Check the list below to see if there is one that matches your situation. As always, NAMI’s “standard” groups welcome all and will continue to meet virtually throughout the summer. Click […]
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May Is Mental Health Awareness Month
Posted on May 20, 2021 by Sarah Marino in Health and Wellness, Latest NewsLocal Resources and National Resources INTERFACE Winchester Q&A What is INTERFACE Referral Service? INTERFACE HELPLINE 888-244-6843 is available to Winchester residents and students. The INTERFACE Helpline, which is open Monday-Friday between the hours of 9 AM and 5 PM, assists callers by providing therapeutic matches to licensed, vetted outpatient mental health providers […]
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Safeguard Proof of Your Vaccination
Posted on May 6, 2021 by Sarah Marino in Health and Wellness, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force NewsVaccination Card Holders are available in the church lobby to protect your Covid-19 vaccine paperwork. Pick up a waterproof resealable sleeve for your card. Courtesy of Andy Spiegel and Susan Sawyer.
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From Lament to Healing to Love:
Posted on April 12, 2021 by Sarah Marino in Health and Wellness, Latest NewsA three part series for both individual and collective grief. Three spring virtual offerings to give witness to the grief, burden and pain of our lives. Come to one or all three as you feel called Love’s Invitation: Pause to Retreat Join us on zoom Monday evening, May 17th at 7pm. […]
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Easter Plants
Posted on March 22, 2021 by Sarah Marino in Giving, Health and Wellness, Latest News, WorshipEaster Plants You are invited to donate a chancel Easter plant as a memorial or as a gift. Plants will be distributed to our shut-ins on Saturday, April 3. The cost of plants is $20.00 each. All orders are due by Palm Sunday, March 28. Order here
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Do you need assistance with getting your COVID vaccine?
Posted on February 19, 2021 by Sarah Marino in Community, Health and Wellness, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Volunteer OpportunitiesComputer assistance to sign up for a vaccination appointment Updates on the newest local vaccination sites Rides to vaccination appointments A companion to accompany you to a clinic appointment We have access to Winchester and church volunteers who are available to assist members sign up for vaccination appointments, provide rides and accompany individuals to […]
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Join us for Health Ministry and Communion Sunday Worship (Feb 7, 2021)
Posted on February 5, 2021 by Sarah Marino in Health and Wellness, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, WorshipThe first Sunday of February offers the opportunity to start the month with the Sacrament of Communion. Sharing bread and juice on Zoom is a declaration that Christ’s life continues among us. The scripture, Ecclesiastes 3:1-8, a well known wisdom text, will be heard and experienced in a virtual walk through the seasons of […]
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Ripley Chapel Virtual Healing Circle
Posted on February 4, 2021 by Sarah Marino in Health and Wellness, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Spiritual Practice, WorshipTuesday Evening, February 9 at 7 pm An invitation to pray what is on your heart in community. Designed as a contemplative healing practice for those experiencing anxiety including Covid related stresses, grief and for holding dear those who are not with us due to physical distancing or death. Connect deeply to the love, grace, […]
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3 TRANSGENDER AWARENESS WEBINARS FEB and MAR
Posted on February 1, 2021 by Sarah Marino in Adult Ed, Community, Health and Wellness, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, OutreachWe are an Open and Affirming church, having declared ourselves so in 2001. We have done much to welcome lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and intersex people to our church. But there is always more we can do and more we can learn about the LGBTQIA+ community. The Open & Affirming Coalition of the […]
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