Sunday, Nov 7, 2021 2 pm Sanctuary Lisa Loughlin will be ordained on Sunday, November 7, at 2:00 p.m. The church will be filled with much joy and love as we participate in this final step of Lisa’s ordination journey. No one who knows Lisa thinks of this as the beginning of her ministry; she […]
According to the ASPCA, approximately 6.3 million companion animals enter U.S. animal shelters nationwide every year. Shelters and rescue operations for pets need donations from the community to operate. Animal shelters need food, bedding, and other supplies, as well as veterinarian care, medical assistance, and spaying/neutering. This Sunday’s Blessing of the Animals special offering […]
For many of us this is a holiday weekend-Columbus Day weekend. Of course, now we call it Indigenous Peoples’ Day. It is interesting how different things look depending on where you are standing. Our Gospel scripture is from Mark 10, the rich young man where we can see another example of that phenomena. We continue to mask and try […]
Sunday, October 17, 2021, 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 […]
Feeling a little stiff? Curious about tai chi? Then join us for Tai Chi Fundamentals for Beginners on Wednesday evenings in Chidley Hall. The class will focus on improving posture, balance, and flexibility. Taught by Sifu Rick Wong, PT, this 7-week program begins Wednesday, October 6, and is held on 7 Wednesdays, from 7-8 PM. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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! […]
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 […]
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 […]