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CHANTICLEER September 2018

Chanticleer FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH CHARLOTTE, MI

SEPTEMBER 2018 VOLUMN 91 ISSUE 9

INTERIM SEARCH NEWS

Rev Curtiss DeMars-Johnson Come Join us for his first

Sunday on September 16th UPDATE (PAGE 2)

2018 Annual Meeting at First Congregational Charlotte Michigan Conference of the United Church of Christ

October 12th and 13th.

“Be Not Afraid” (Isaiah 40:9) "Get you up to a high mountain, O Zion, herald of good tidings; lift up your voice with strength, O Jerusalem, her-ald of good tidings, lift it up, be not afraid..."

Everyone is welcome to this meeting. (Page 17)

LABYRINTH COMPLETED!! COME TO THE RIBBON CUTTING AND

FRONTIER DAYS CELEBRATION ON SATURDAY SEPT 8TH AT 4:00 PM AND

STAY FOR DINNER AND MUSIC 4p-8p (See Page 8)

On the web at http://www.ucccharlotte.org

January Birthday Club Event!

Sunday Evening September 30th

MICHIGAN PRINCESS CRUISE OF THE GRAND RIVER

MURDER MYSTERY DINNER

THEATRE (SEE PAGE 5)

CHANTICLEER September 2018 2

Have you heard? We are in a transitional period, filled with excitement, anticipa-tion and uncertainty. I am very excited about being blessed to serve as the Bridge Pastor, during this time. I hope you are too. I think all of us are looking forward with great anticipation to the completion of the labyrinth in the Com-mons and to the start of our new Interim Pastor, Rev. Curt DeMars-Johnson. That deserves a double “woo hoo!” Still, I acknowledge that we face uncer-tainties. Yet I say to you: fear not! What did Jesus say to his frightened dis-ciples as he walked out to them on the water? “Take heart, it’s me! Don’t be afraid.” He also said: “Remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” God is ever faithful, through all of the ups and downs of life. Whether as indi-viduals or as a community of faith, whether on joyful peaks or in deep, dark valleys, God is with us. God loves us. God will always see us through. Of that I am absolutely positive.

How can I be so sure? Because “God is love”. By the power of the Spirit, the author of 1 John 4, said that with con-viction and went on to say: “There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear.” God’s very being (Love) is perfect. And the love of God IS perfect. So we have nothing to fear but fear itself. God has never failed us yet. We’ve been through transitions be-fore. Transitions and change bring new opportunities and new possibilities. So, let’s lean on God’s everlasting arms of love and enjoy the journey ahead. God’s go this and us. Thanks be to God. Amen

From Pastor Dawn

“Remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”


MOMENT—Curt Scott : TRIBE

dollars toward making the lives of the homeless better. I wanted to know all of them. I wanted them here. This is the teaching of the living Jesus Christ: to do for the least of our brothers and sisters what we would do for Jesus himself; to love the least as you love God. Outside the stadium, however, both to and from the concert, I was told I was ab-solutely going to hell for merely attending, for being with the wrong tribe, for con-doning abortion, for voting for liberals, and for not being a real Christian. I was told this by Catholics and Protestants with megaphones, obscene posters and piles of hate propaganda. What does it mean to be a Christian when the flock has gone so far afield? 2000 years ago it meant one who follows the teachings of the living Jesus. Spreading hate and division is the other guy’s game. Following the teachings of Christ is not just lonely business, if you’re doing it right, it might get you killed. But really, it’s as simple as the song. We shall know they are Christians by their love. Love doesn’t require a megaphone. BE THE CHURCH ! CJS

We’ve gone tribal. That’s what social scien-tists say of Americans: we have retreated into silos of like-minded thinking and narrative. Where once we gathered across political and denominational lines, we now stick with our tribe, except at holidays, often ruined by trib-alism. Last Friday night I witnessed the gathering of a tribe. I let myself be herded like a Guernsey through the stalls of Safeco Field in Seattle to watch Pearl Jam; or more accurately, to watch Eddie Vedder lead a band and 45,000 disciples through a religious experience that would have made Billy Graham envious. The purpose of the concert was to raise mon-ey to address homelessness. Seattle has an estimated 12,000 homeless citizens, most gathered in Pioneer Square near the stadium. Concerts the band played on Wednesday and Friday night raised $11 million to address a crisis. But that wasn’t the interesting part. Eddie Vedder preached at one point, humbly, almost apologetically. Moreover, he covered everything on our sign, especially Feed the Hungry and Fight for the Powerless. He preached Social Justice for all. He sounded like a prophet. He said what I would expect Jesus to say were he to return. Nearly 100,000 people committed millions of


THE JANUARY BIRTHDAY CLUB PRESENTS

THE LANSING MICHIGAN PRINCESS RIVEBOAT CRUISE

“ROLLIN’ ON THE RIVER “

A MURDER MYSTERY DINNER THEATER

The January Birthday Club is kicking off its new season with an activity for the enjoy-ment of all. We are sponsoring a night out on the Lansing Michigan Princess riverboat where you will be treated to a night of sleuthing during the Comedy Murder Mystery.

Unleash the Sherlock Holmes within yourself as you attempt to identify the culprit. Was it your neighbor at the table with you, or are you the guilty one? Only The Shadow knows!

Our cruise is scheduled to depart the Grand River Park and Ma-rina on Old Lansing Road at 6:00 P.M. on Sunday September 30th!

Boarding begins at 5:30. Tickets include the 3-hour boat ride during the fall color sea-son, a full dinner and the Comedy Murder Mystery.

Cost: $75 per person* Available from members of the January Birthday Club.

Come join us for an evening with good food, good friends and great fun!

Contact: Ron Field for more information

*The price of the tickets includes a contribution to First Congregational United Church of Christ.


Staff and Leaders of the Church 2018

Minister: Every Member of the Church Interim: Curtiss DeMars Johnson Bridge Pastor: Dawn Christensen Director of Music Ramona Kime Moderator Curtis Scott Vice Moderator Amy Frost Board of Deacons Matt Slot Board of Trustees Judi Cates Board of Christian Education Amy Slot Outreach Board Mary Normand Church Clerk Barbara Anderson Financial Secretary Don Johnson Treasurer Eric Crandall Staff: Office Manager Sher Brown Custodian Rex Todd The Chanticleer is a monthly newsletter, distributed to members and friends of First Congregational Church. We welcome most comments and articles. Editors: Judi Cates: [email protected] Amy Krizek [email protected] Chanticleer article deadline is

the 18th of each month.

Sunday School

Volunteers

Needed!

The Christian Education Board is asking for vol-unteers to teach our children on Sunday's. We will keep the same plan as we’ve had this whole year.

You can choose to do any kind of lesson you want. Examples are: reading a book or bible storybook, doing a craft or activity, coloring a paper, doing an activity sheet or playing a game.

Consider teaming up with a friend and teach together!

Supplies will be stored on the wooden tables in the middle classroom upstairs.

If you would like ideas or materials, please con-tact Judy Johnson543-7768, Amy Slot 543-5927, Katherine Johnson 543-7932 or Diane Hudson 543-3135. We’ll be happy to help.

Thank you!


September 2018 From the Chair of the Board of Trustees-Judi Cates

I am so excited about the great events going on in our Church!

We hired Pastor Dawn Christensen, M.Div. as our “Bridge Pastor” to sup-port the congregation as we moved from saying goodbye to Phil and hello to our Interim Pastor. What a great asset to FCUCC as she shares her life experience in ministry as we move along on our journey. WELCOME PAS-TOR DAWN! Pastor Dawn started on July 25th and will stay with until our Interim has joined us.

We also welcome our new Interim!

Birthday Club update: We still need folks to sign up under their Birthday month to help their fellow celebrants to plan an event to share fellowship, stew-ardship and outreach. See Ron Field or Amy Frost.

Oak Tree on Bostwick: Arborist sug-gested to water extensively to help tree with needed moisture. Soaker hoses were placed around tree and watered 12 hours from 7 p to 7 am; mulch will be placed around tree to keep moisture in and around roots. In the winter the tree, when dormant will be trimmed. We hope to save this beautiful giant with these efforts.

Commons has completed the Laby-rinth and will celebrate on Septem-ber 8th at 4PM for the Ribbon Cutting and Dinner of Smoked Pork sandwich and sides/drink . Music starting after the Ribbon Cutting. At 6 PM the Michigan Mafia String Band will play till 8 PM. Bring your blan-kets/lawn chairs and join the festivi-ties!

By-Laws Vote on September 23rd after church is very important all Members are eligible to vote.

Please join us as we rejoice in these great moments in our Church

INTERIM PASTOR REV. CURTISS DEMARS-JOHNSON

Rev. Johnson will join us on Sunday, September 16th at 10:00 am Service. Please mark that date and join us for his Sermon and introduction to the Congregation.


Please join in welcoming Rev. Curtiss De-Mars-Johnson as our interim pastor. He will begin with us on Sept. 11. His first Sunday will be Sept. 16. Be sure to join us for coffee hour that day. Turns out his favorite dessert is lem-on meringue pie. Here is his basic infor-mation. We look forward to getting to know him. Rev Curtiss DeMars-Johnson has been both a public school teacher and clergyperson. He has served churches in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Colorado, and Michigan. He has enjoyed the calling of both the settled pastor and interim pastor. He's been very involved in justice, peace, and ecology issues for decades. His loves and passions in ministry are very diverse: church and faith revitalization, personal spiritual growth, joyful and spiritually alive worship, the use of art connecting beauty and inspiration, small group pro-cess encouraging discovery and discern-ment, and pastoral care. For personal renewal he loves encourag-ing humor, curiosity, and playfulness, talking with very diverse people of all ag-es, photography, wilderness exploration,

mountain hiking and climbing, playing with their two Australian Shepherds, reading, and writing. He's an internationally published au-thor (Igniting Your Genius: The Startling Fusion of Creativity, Curiosity, Intellect, Passion, and Awe). On behalf of Amy Krizek, Don Johnson and myself we are pleased that we have been able to bring Rev Curtiss De-Mars Johnson to First Congregational Charlotte as our Interim Minister.

INTERIM SEARCH NEWS We Welcome Rev Curtiss DeMars-Johnson

Search Committee-Amy Frost

Do you like gadgets? Would you like to learn a new skill (it keeps the mind sharp)?

The Sound Board team is looking for new teammates. They promise it is simple to learn and they will give all the training needed for success. If you can help out, even if only once and awhile, please see Terry Davis, Eric Crandall, or Matt Slot. Your help would be greatly appreciated by the whole congregation.

SOUND BOARD TEAM MEMBER NEEDED


“A CARING COMMUNITY” THE CARE COMMITTEE

Pam Rinckey, Chairperson

We have been busy this summer with visits to shut-ins, hospital visits, transportation to Dr. appointments, sending cards and provid-ing meals to our church family members who are recovering from illnesses and surgeries. We have enlisted the help of some of our congregants who can’t get out as much as some of us and they are making calls to peo-ple who need a phone call to cheer them up and let them know that we are thinking about them We are considering starting a small group that would include members and friends who have lost loved ones and would benefit from support from others who have gone through the steps of grieving. I have spoken to a few people who would be included in the above group and they would be willing to help out with this new venture. If you would like to be included in this start up group, please contact me. Please feel free to join us at our monthly meetings (1st Wednesday of the month, 10:00 a.m. in the Library).

Grace & Peace, Pam Rinckey – 543-2901 [email protected] Care Community

Come join us on Satur-day, September 8th, as we mark the inauguration of the Congregational Commons with a party! After a ribbon cutting cer-

emony at 4pm, the celebration starts with live music and pulled pork sandwiches. At 6pm, we welcome the rocking acoustic sounds of the Michigan Mafia String Band to our stage. There will be activities for the kids, good eats, and a celebration of community and generosity. After 18 months of work, First Congregational Church is proud to present the centerpiece of our green space: a 45' labyrinth. A place of mediation and reflection, labyrinths go back nearly 5,000 years, but have become a Chris-tian tradition since the Middle Ages. The Commons labyrinth includes several unique features, including a pinwheel medal-lion, borders composed of soft ground cover, and a galaxy of glow stones embedded in the walking path. COME AND JOIN US AS WE CELEBRATE THIS

BEAUTIFULL SPACE!


Join us for our next movie night:

Sunday, September 5th 6:30 PM

Church Sanctuary Join us in viewing this highly-rated, Academy award-winning classic movie about an all-boys prep school with ancient traditions and high standards, and a teacher with unorthodox methods who manages to instill a love of poet-ry in his students. The teacher’s unusual meth-ods endear him to the students and help them learn to break out of their shells, pursue their

dreams and seize the day. Unfortunately, the same unorthodox methods upset the rigid

administration and many of the parents, both of whom place enormous pressure on the boys.

This powerful movie can lead us to ask many questions: How do we reach young people to help them learn and grow? How can we instill a love of learning in their lives? What can we do to expose ourselves and others to the beauty of the arts and poetry? How can we encourage

students to grow in their own discovery of their own beliefs and passions, without impos-ing our own beliefs and interests on them?

Maria Davis will lead us in a discussion after-wards, focusing on these questions and more.

BY-LAWS NEWS...Terry Davis

If anyone should desire electronic cop-ies of our current bylaws and policies and procedures, they can be obtained by requesting them from Terry Davis at [email protected]. Hard copies of our current bylaws policies and procedures, the bylaws from other UCC churches we used to craft our revisions and several hard copies of our most current draft of the bylaws are be available in the church office to be reviewed in the church library. Don't forget the final vote for the Bylaws change is Sunday, Sept. 23 right after church. Questions about the bylaws change can be di-rected to any of the members of the committee (Terry Davis, Kathie Cook, Bill Anderson, or Amy Frost)


Recently I asked members of the bell choir and the

senior choir to tell me why they enjoy playing or singing in the choir. It’s clear that the mu-sicians in our church really love to make mu-sic together! Here are responses from bell choir members. Next month I’ll share re-sponses from the senior choir.

I like two things about bell choir. First, it is a challenge for my brain, so this keeps my brain in action. For some reason, keeping track of two notes is infinitely harder than following the alto part when singing. Secondly, I enjoy the people. We have a lot of fun.

--Kathy Johnson

By being in bell choir, I experience the grace of God as I am challenged to play only two notes in a whole song. It requires faith in our co-players and forgiveness from everyone for a less-than-perfect performance. Playing bells is possibly one of the most challenging musical endeavors I've ever undertaken. I am awed by the skill of long-time players and thankful that I am still welcomed and needed by the whole. --Amy Krizek

I enjoy the friendship and the challenges attached. --Dale Dodds

In my 40 years of church ministry, I’ve found the quickest way to be known and recognized is to join the choir. When you’re in front of

Music Notes Ramona Kime, Director of Music

the congregation weekly they all learn who you are. Also, the majority of choir members take on leadership duties and are not afraid to volunteer.

I joined the bell choir for the challenge of be-ing in a “select” group and providing different music. It is reminiscent of my youth and play-ing in the band. There can be a sense of ac-complishment when a piece is performed correctly. --Bill Oatman

Playing bells gives me my music fix since I can’t sing anymore. Music and worship are both important to me. Our church family en-joys our bell music. I also like the closeness we feel with each other in the group.

--Neola Rendel

I have been in a vocal choir since age 4. I do not know what life would be like without singing. It is something that makes my heart happy. I don't always sing on key, but I sing with a joyful spirit.

Ringing and directing handbells came about later in my life. I first learned I was part of a team of people that played one piano. As a ding-a-ling, first class, I love that it is a team sport and that we were all playing together. We love what we do, and we laugh a lot. Handbells are magical! --Judi Cates


buds budget bites

september 2018

Unrestricted dollars only

1. $212,567 Approved Annual Budget 2018

2. $197,606 Expected Pledges & Gifts 2018

3. $ 25,000 Potential Deficit as of Annual Meeting *

*($14,961) Deficit Budget + $11,000 in pre-paid Pledges for 2018 paid in 2017)

4. $197,606 Expected dollars 2018 Pledges and Gifts (Budget needed:$212,567 )

Receipts-Unrestricted YTD 5. $ 99,804.30 (Total 7 months Pledges & gifts rec’d through July 31st) (58% Collected for 64% of the year) Disbursements-Unrestricted YTD (Annual Budget needed: $212,567) 6. $112,189.63 Amount paid out 7 mo. Ended July 31st 7. Loss Year to Date (YTD) = ($ 11,555.41) End of July 2018 (add $11,000 Pre Paid Pledges in 2017/no carry over 2018) (Projected—Estimated LOSS 2018 $25,961)*

Posted BUDGET as of July 31st

FULL BUDGET IN 3 RING BINDER

LOCATED IN ANNEX LIBRARY


I hope you all have had a great summer and are ready to face the new church year with gusto as we embark on this transitional peri-od for our church family. As we begin our church year we are in the process of finding a new Pastor, settling into life with our Bridge Pastor Dawn and wel-coming on September 11th, our Interim Pas-tor Curtiss DeMars-Johnson. Some of us might be apprehensive about all these changes and might even be worried about how we will ‘survive’ with these changes. I don’t want you to worry, I have been back in the files and have come up with a few facts that should put your worries to rest. Since the time of our first official Pastor, Wol-cott B. Williams in 1852, we have had 32 Pas-tors; including interims, associate and settled Pastors. When Rev. McConnell left in 1942, he was replaced with interim Pastor Nadal for two years. When Rev. Bud Loomis left, two interims, James Conley and David Fisher covered the year until our next Pastor was in place. After Rev. Bill Colson’s retirement, Ken Whitwer led us for 2 years until we were able to find his replacement. When Rev. Brenner left us and before Pastor Phil and Pastor Tom came to us 15 years ago, Rev. Pat Stirling lovingly led us for 2 years. As you can see, this is not the first time our

Christian Education News

Did you know about the following Christian Education offerings ? Adult Bible Studies: Sunday 8:15 am, Library Faith Studies: Tuesday at 6:30 pm, Annex Men’s Group: Saturday 8:00 am Lounge

CHILDREN’S CHURCH SCHOOL The Children ages 3 –8 have Sunday School after the Children's Sermon and go to their classroom until Service is completed. The Youth of the Church, Middle School and High School leave after the Sermon and meet in the Youth Room downstairs. Dis-cussion on the Sermon and other topics are explored.

AUNTIE ARCHIVE

By Pam Rinckey (Auntie Archive)

church family has faced the same circum-stances and undoubtably won’t be the last time we are ‘between pastors’.

I think this should affirm the fact that alt-hough the Pastor is integral in the church’s life and very important to all of us, it is also apparent that the church is not the building, not the Pastor, but all of us….Our Church Family. Looking forward to a bright and change filled year.


Our sponsoring of the Courthouse Square concert went well. We gave out all 300 ice cream sandwiches before the end of the con-cert. All were very appreciative of treats. Peace Lutheran was there with their bottles of water. Summer story hour has ended. Thank you to Amy Frost for heading this up. Community Dinner: We had a good turnout at our community din-ner on the 15th. Served about 61 including the servers. Outreach will be doing the spring shoe box project again in 2019. This is a good time to pick things up on sale. We like anything that will entertain kids either inside the house or outside and will fit in a shoe box- crayons, coloring books, small toys, books, activity books, jump ropes, sidewalk chalk, markers, drawing paper, colored pencils, etc.

Festival of Trees will be here be-fore we know it. Please consider donating a tree. Several families could go in together to sponsor one. Maybe your place of work

could do one. All the money goes to Eaton Furniture and Clothing to pay for boots for their clients. It’s a worthy cause & so much fun!

Our Giving Tree For Sept we are col-lecting underwear and socks for children and adults. Harvest Feast Harvest Feast is Oct 21. Please save this date for a delicious meal. I plan to start my turkey fund raiser on Sept 23. I will have my frosted sugar cookies available for a $5 donation toward the purchase of the turkeys. We had a large turnout last year so more turkeys will need to be purchased and I expect the price has gone up. I should have tickets available at that time and signup sheets for workers and desserts. Please help if you can. Mary Normand Chair 543-9487 Please read the bulletin and Chanticleer to see what is going on with Outreach.

BE’ing THE CHURCH IN

OUR COMMUNITY!

Outreach meets the 3rd Sunday of the month. All are welcome to attend.

Please think about how you might help to support these

event


lots of singing, and more workshops!

Go to Michucc.org for more information

Cost is $35/person plus lunch cost.

EVERYONE is welcome.

First Congregational Charlotte will be hosting and we will be asking folks to sign up to help with this event.

Judi Cates: Welcoming/docents needed

OPEN: Site Coordinator (Oversite of set up /tear down) Chris Reist: Kitchen food preparation/serving/clean up .

OPEN: Parking director Ramona Kime: Music Rex Todd: Janitorial Service Ministerial Staff of FCC.UCC Rev. Curtiss DeMars Johnson Pastor Dawn Christenson PLEASE LET US KNOW IF YOU WOULD GIVE A FEW HOURS OVER THESE TWO DAYS TO ASSIST IN THIS STATE WIDE CONFERENCE FOR THE U.C.C. See Judi Cates: cell 517-667-6659

FALL CONFERENCE

October 12th 13th

First Congregational Charlotte, United Church of Christ has been selected to host the Annual Fall Conference for the Michigan Con-ference of the United Church of Christ on Friday and Saturday, October 12th and 13th.

Keynote Speaker this year is Rev. Dr. Alice Hunt Immediate Past President, Chicago Theological Seminary Vice-Chair, United Church Board of Directors Beginning in July: Executive Director, American Academy of Religion

This year's Annual Meeting has more of a tra-ditional format with Friday bringing some Continued Education time, workshops, lunch (at the church or on your own , resolution and budget hearings, and an Award Banquet planned for Friday evening at The Center - . Saturday begins with a continental breakfast, worship with Rev. Dr. Alice Hunt preaching, lunch (at the church or on your own), plenary,

Please be on the look out for the “SIGN UP” sheets as they magically appear mid September!!

“Be Not Afraid” (Isaiah 40:9) "Get you up to a high mountain, O Zion, herald of good tidings; lift up your voice with strength, O Jerusalem, herald of good tidings, lift it up, be not afraid..."


WOMEN OF THE CHURCH

Prayer Shawl Ministry meets

The 1st & 3rd Saturdays at 9:00 am. Love to knit or crochet? Don’t know how? We’ll teach you! Come & join us – we would love to have you!

Blanche

Moyer

Circle Speaker: History of Mrs. Blanche Moyer

September 10th, Monday at 6:30 pm.

Contact Chris Reist at 719-8889

Women of the Church are welcome the 1st & 3rd

Thursday of each month at 10:30 am in the

Annex Library

Church Bazaar Request

As you sort through things this spring and summer please remember the used jewelry sale at the church bazaar in November. Quality costume jewelry has been a very successful part of the bazaar and we need your help to continue this tradition. To do-nate jewelry that you no longer use or want, you may contact me at 543-0049 or you may give pieces to me at the church.

Thank you, Lola Wilson


Calling ALL LADIES of the Church and friends!

On September 10th we will have our regular meeting with dinner prepared by the Committee. All you need to bring is your place service and everything else is provided. Coffee, tea, ice water will be available as the provided beverage. We will have Ms. Pat Campion who has written a book about Charlotte and has a great deal of in-formation about our Circle namesake, Mrs. Blanche Moyer; her family here in early Charlotte and in our own Church History.

As a guest you are welcome to come and share in this program and if you would like to join Mem-bership is the steep price of $10/year. Each month we pay $5 for our meal which goes to-wards our projects. This year we donated $800 to the Labyrinth Project.

PLEASE JOIN US MONDAY SEPTEMBER 10TH at 6:30 PM

RSVP IS APPRECIATED TO PLAN FOR DINNER

Up Coming EVENTS at the Church

Sept 8 Commons Ribbon Cutting Dinner and Music 4pm-8PM Sept 10 Blanch Moyer 6:30-Dinner Sept 11 Rev Curt DeMars-Johnson First Day in the Office Sept 16 Welcome Rev. DeMars-Johnson Sept 23 VOTE -BY-LAWS after church Sept 30 Mystery Dinner Theater 5:30 P Oct 7 Crop Walk Oct 8 Blanche Moyer 6:30-Dinner Oct 12 & 13 MI Conference UCC Fall Conference-at FCCUCC Oct 21 Harvest Feast-Noon Oct 24 3:30 pm – 5 pm Community Dinner Eagles Nov 9,10,11 Holiday Bazaar Nov 11 Siren Tea: Celestial Bells Play Nov 12 Blanche Moyer 6:30-Dinner Nov 23 & 24 Festival of Trees ** **10th Anniversary Dec 1 Hanging of the Greens 9AM Dec 2 First Sunday Advent Dec 23 Lessons and Carols Sunday Dec 24 Christmas Eve Service


THE CHANTICLEER

First Congregational Church – 517.543.1310

106 South Bostwick - Charlotte, MI 48813

[email protected] http://www.ucccharlotte.org

Staff: Interim Pastor Rev C. DeMars-Johnson Bridge Pastor Dawn Christenson Office Manager Sher Brown Custodian Rex Todd Office Hours Tuesday—Friday 9 AM to 3 PM Worship Service 10am Sunday

Mission Statement of First Congregational Church, Charlotte MI

Our church will provide a place and direction for joining with God, healing the broken, and educating youth and adults. We are challenged by our faith to reach out to our con-gregants, our community and world family, and to offer opportunities for spiritual growth and re-newal. We welcome others into our Christian Family.

This is our mission as a church of Jesus Christ.

mailto:[email protected]://www.ucccharlotte.org

CHANTICLEER SEPTEMBER Calendar 2018

First Congregational Church Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday

3 Church Office Closed 2:00 pm Craft Making for Bazaar - BFR 7:00 pm Troop 45 - BFR

4 Labor Day Holiday 8:00 am GFWC Choir 5:30 pm Girl Scout Mtg - A/LMR 6:30 pm Bible Study - A/SMR

5 10:00 am Care Community 2:00 pm Handbells6:30 pm Scout Comm Mtg 7:00 pm Senior Choir

9 8:15 am Adult Bible Study - A/Lib 10:00 am Worship & SS 11:00am Fellowship BFR 11:00 am Comm of Christ Service 11:30 am Diaconate - A/Lib

10 Church Office Closed 2:00 pm Craft Making for Bazaar - BFR 5:30 pm Blanche Moyer - L 7:00 pm Troop 45 - BFR

11 8:00 am GFWC Choir 5:30 pm Girl Scout Mtg - A/LMR 6:30 pm Bible Study - A/SMR

12 2:00 pm Handbells5:30 pm By Law Meeting 7:00 pm Senior Choir

16 Welcome Rev. Curtiss DeMars-Johnson 8:15 am Adult Bible Study - A/Lib 10:00 am Worship & SS 11:00am Fellowship BFR 11:00 am Comm of Christ Service 11:30 am Outreach Mtg - A/Lib

17 Church Office Closed 9:00 am GFWC - A/SMR 2:00 pm Craft Making for Bazaar - BFR 6:30 pm Trustee Meeting - A/SMR 7:00 pm Troop 45 - BFR

18 Chanticleer Deadline 8:00 am GFWC Choir 12:30 pm Sher - Sanctuary 5:30 pm Girl Scout Mtg - A/LMR 6:30 pm Bible Study - A/SMR

19 2:00 pm Handbells7:00 pm Senior Choir

23 8:15 am Adult Bible Study - A/Lib 10:00 am Worship & SS 11:00 am By-Law Vote after service 11:00 am Comm of Christ Service 11:30 am ONA - A/Lib

24 Church Office Closed 2:00 pm Craft Making for Bazaar - BFR 7:00 pm Troop 45 - BFR

25 8:00 am GFWC Choir 5:30 pm Girl Scout Mtg - A/LMR 6:30 pm Bible Study - A/SMR

26 9:00 am GFWC Board Mtg 2:00 pm Handbells6:30 pm Scout Ldr Mtg 7:00 pm Senior Choir

30 8:15 am Adult Bible Study - A/Lib 10:00 am Worship & SS 11:00 am Comm of Christ Service 12:00 pm January BDay Club Event Michigan Princess

CHANTICLEER SEPTEMBER Calendar 2018

September 2018 Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

1 8:00 am Men's Group 9:00 am Prayer Shawl Ministry-L

Care Community - A/Lib Handbells Scout Comm Mtg - BFR Senior Choir

6 10:30 am Women's Prayer Circle-A/Lib 6:30 pm Pack 45 - BFR 7:00 pm Quilters - A/LMR

7 8 8:00 am Men's Group 4P to 8 P Ribbon Cutting Labyrinth Pulled Pork dinner Michigan Mafia String Band Preforms

Handbells By Law Meeting - A/Lib Senior Choir

13 6:00 pm Friends of Chrystal - L 6:30 pm Pack 45 - BFR 7:00 pm Quilters - A/LMR

14 15 8:00 am Men's Group 9:00 am Women's Prayer Shawl

Ministry - L

Handbells Senior Choir

20 10:30 am Women's Prayer Circle-A/Lib 6:30 pm Advisory - A/SMR 6:30 pm Pack 45 - BFR 7:00 pm Quilters - A/LMR

21 22 8:00 am Men's Group

GFWC Board Mtg - A/SMR Handbells Scout Ldr Mtg - BFR Senior Choir

27 8:00 am GFWC Annual Mtg - All Church -

S,K,L,BFR 6:30 pm Pack 45 - BFR 7:00 pm Quilters - A/LMR

28 GFWC Annual Mtg - All Church - S,K,L,BFR

29 8:00 am Men's Group

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