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July/August 2015 TIDINGS Page

From the Pastor and Teacher

Dear Friends,

Soon I’ll be heading to the Berkshires for a few weeks of vacation. So thank you. I don’t take this for granted, but recognize the benefit as a gift of our church, which through many generations of lay leaders has sought to care for church employees. While it’s true that I work hard, it’s equally true that many people, including some reading this newsletter, work just as hard but without good opportunities for a needed time of rest and renewal. So thank you, again — and I pray that whatever time of relaxation you have, during the lovely months of summer, brings a smile to your soul.

One thing I always look forward to during down-time is reading, especially page-turners or books that make me laugh. In that vein, here’s something I’ve been saving for a light moment:

Subject: The Cat Sat on the Mat

How would the church deal with the phrase, “the cat sat on the mat” if it

appeared in the Bible?

Metaphoricists would point out that such a passage did not of course mean

that the cat literally sat on the mat. Also, cat and mat had different meanings in

those days from today, and anyway, the text should be interpreted according to

the customs and practices of the period.

That would lead to an immediate backlash from the Biblicists. They would

make it an essential condition of faith that a real, physical, living cat, being a

domestic pet of the Felix Domesticus species, and having a whiskered head and

furry body, four legs and a tail, did physically place its whole body on a floor

covering, designed for that purpose, which is ON the floor but not OF the floor.

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Niantic Community Church 170 Pennsylvania Avenue

Niantic, CT 06357 Phone: (860) 739-6208

[email protected] www.NianticCommunityChurch.org

Pastor & Teacher:

The Rev. Dr. John A. Nelson

Community Minister: Patty Chaffee

Christian Education/ Youth Minister:

Russ Kirby

Music Minister: Richard Schenk

Choral Minister/ Bell Choir Director:

Lynne Floyd

Church Secretary: Judy Snitkin

Parish Nurses: Marie LaTourette, Donna Hathaway,

Edie Watrous

Lay Health Ministers: Jill Johnson, and Judi David

Children’s Center Director: Kathy Tiller

Summer Worship Schedule: Sundays at 9:30 am

A Federated Church of the United Church of Christ and the United Methodist Church

An Open, Affirming, Reconciling Congregation

Editor: Heather Larson

[email protected]

Tidings

Monthly news for members & friends from Niantic Community Church July/August 2015

Inside This Issue:

Pastor’s Message.…….. 1-2

Parish Nurse…………… 3

Christian Education…… 4

Events …..……………. 5-7

Nurturing Faith……….. 8-11

Calendar ……………… 12-13

Family Picnic Grill Masters See Page 7 for more pictures.

Correction to Last Month’s Issue 2nd Summer Supper will be

held on August 4th

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The expression “on the floor but not of the floor” would

be explained in a leaflet.

Meanwhile, the High Liturgicalists would have

developed the Festival of the Sedentation of the Blessed

Cat. This would teach that the cat was white and

majestically reclined on a mat of gold thread before its

assumption to the Great Cat Basket of Heaven. This is

commemorated by the singing of the Magnificat, lighting

three candles and ringing a bell five times.

This would cause a schism with the Original High

Liturgicalists, among whom believers’ tradition requires

Holy Cats Day (as it is colloquially known), to be marked

by lighting six candles and ringing the bell four times.

This would be partly resolved by the Cuckoo Land

Declaration recognizing the traditional validity of each.

Several leading theologians would issue a statement

on the Doctrine of the Feline Sedentation. It would

explain that traditionally the text describes a domestic

feline quadruped superjacent to an unattached covering

on a fundamental surface. For determining its salvific and

eschatological significations, we follow the heuristic

analytical principles adopted in dealing with the Canine

Fenestration Question (How much is that doggie in the

window?) And the Affirmative Musaceous Paradox (Yes,

we have no bananas). And so on, for another 210 pages.

The governing body of most denominations would

then commend this report as helpful resource material

for clergy to explain to the person in the pew the

difficult doctrine of “the cat sat on the mat.”

May you enjoy some time blessedly free of any pretensions, and blessedly filled with laughter.

God’s richest blessings to you,

Pastor John A. Nelson

Get Ready for Worship! Follow the “Preparing for Sunday” link on our website (NianticCommunityChurch.org). You will find the scripture readings for the current week, a brief description to set them in context, a reflection on the passages, and a prayer starter. It’s a great way to spend time with God’s Word — and since those passages are (often) the basis for services on Sunday morning, you’ll be adding a new layer of richness and meaning to the experience of worship.

Worship in July/August

Summer Worship Schedule:

One service at 9:30am

From July 5th through August 9th, Pastor Mike Lake will be preaching and leading worship while Pastor Nelson is away for both vacation and commitments to perform weddings.

July 5th: Sixth Sunday after Pentecost

2 Samuel 5:1-5, 9-10 and Psalm 48 (or Ezekiel 2:1-5 and Psalm 123) 2 Corinthians 12:2-10; Mark 6:1-13

July 12th: Seventh Sunday after Pentecost

Texts: 2 Samuel 6:1-5, 12b-19 and Psalm 24 (or Amos 7:7-13 and Psalm 85:8-13); Ephesians 1:3-14; Mark 6:14-29

July 19nd: Eighth Sunday after Pentecost

Texts: 2 Samuel 7:1-14a and Psalm 89:20-37 (or Jeremiah 23:1-6 and Psalm 23); Ephesians 2:11-22; Mark 6:30-34, 53-56

3rd Sunday worship begins with hymn sing

July 26th: Ninth Sunday after Pentecost

Texts: 2 Samuel 11:1-15 and Psalm 14 (or 2 Kings 4:42-44 and Psalm 145:10-18); Ephesians 3:14-21; John 6:1-21

Worship outside at Dodge Pond, weather permitting

August 2nd: Tenth Sunday after Pentecost

Texts: 2 Samuel 11:26-12:13a and Psalm 51:1-12 (or Exodus 16:2-4, 9-15 and Psalm 78:23-29); Ephesians 4:1-16; John 6:24-35

August 9th: Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost

Texts: 2 Samuel 18:5-9, 15, 31-33 and Psalm 130 (or 1 Kings 19:4-8 and Psalm 34:1-8); Ephesians 4:25 – 5:2; John 6:35, 41-51

August 16th: Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost

Texts: 1 Kings 2:10-13; 3:3-14 and Psalm 111 (or Proverbs 9:1-6 and Psalm 34:9-14); Ephesians 5:15-20; John 6:51-58

3rd Sunday worship begins with hymn sing

Aug 23rd: Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost

Texts: 1 Kings 8:(1, 6, 10-11), 22-30, 41-43 and Psalm 84 (or Joshua 24:1-2a, 14-18 and Psalm 34:15-22); Ephesians 6:10-20; John 6:56-69

Aug 30th: Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost

Texts: Song of Solomon 2:8-13 and Psalm 45:1-2, 6-9 (or Deuteronomy 4:1-2, 6-9 and Psalm 15); James 1:17-27; Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23

Worship outside at Dodge Pond, weather permitting


A note about First Aid Kits - I updated the First Aid Kits last month. In the Bride's Room you will see a portable red bag on the shelf. It is well supplied and also has disposable after use ice packs. You will find another red bag in the downstairs kitchen, left door on the shelf on the left. This bag also is portable and has ice packs. There are two small ones(no ice packs) outside Russ's office and across from John's office. Muscle-Building Mineral - Getting 4.7 grams of potassium daily can help preserve your muscle mass as you age. Sources: Medium baked potato, especially eat the skin, spinach, 1 cup cooked better than 1 cup raw, raisins 1/4 cup, Banana 1/2 cup, Honeydew 1/2 cup, Tuna 2 oz. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. Irritable Bowel Syndrome - Asparagus is a prebiotic which means it helps to populate the intestinal tract with friendly bacteria which will balance IBS symptoms. Eat several lightly steamed or grilled spears two times a day and look for relief in three to five days. David Grotto, R.D., 101 Foods That Could Save Your Life. Your Next Physical - Ask your doctor to add a Vitamin D level to your routine blood work. Optimal levels of this vitamin can lower breast cancer risk and depression in winter months Thoughts about The Law of Attraction - Any time we feel misunderstood, misused, neglected, suspicious, afraid, we are spending our thoughts and wasting our time. Whenever we assume the feeling of being what we want to be, we are investing. ~ Neville Goddard, "Awakening Imagination" Happy 4th, Marie

HISTORY QUIZ

When Methodism first began in the United States

during the late 1700’s, there were not enough

pastors for each church. How was this problem

solved?

PARISH NURSE

Blood Pressure Clinic is on hold until September.

We are a community of Christians: learning God’s ways; sharing God’s love;

extending God’s peace and healing grace to all.

Upcoming COFFEE HOUR hosts are:

July 19, 26, August 2, 9: Memorial/Old Stone Church/Endowment August 16, 23, 30, September 6: Communication/Maintenance

***** If anyone ever wants to convey a message, ask a question, or provide a suggestion to the Prudential Board you can do so by contacting Pastor John, the NCC Officers, or your Committee Representative. Another way is through our At-Large members, they serve as the congregation’s voice to the Prudential Board. Prudential Board At-Large Members: Bruce Brailey Bob Castronova Paul Helvig Nancy Hunt

Welcome Pastor Mike We are thrilled and honored to have the Rev. Dr. Michael Lake back with us, as he leads us in worship while Pastor John is on vacation July 1 - August 11. If you recall he served us last year as Interim Pastor while John was on sabbatical. Pastor Mike and his wife Mary retired to Connecticut in 2013 to be “Grandchildren Development Specialists” for their two grandchildren. We are delighted to have him with us again this summer. Please extend a warm welcome.


News from Christian Education and Youth Minister

Calendar:

Sunday, July 4 1:00am: Senior Youth land in Providence following Mission Trip to New Orleans, LA Sunday, July 5 6:00pm: Shelter Meal at St. James Monday, July 6 6:30pm: CE Meeting Monday, July 13-Friday July 17 9:00am-Noon: Vacation Bible School Sunday, August 2 6:00pm: Shelter Meal at St. James Monday, August 3 6:30pm: CE Meeting Sunday, August 23 10:30am: Safe Church and Church School Teacher Training I Sunday, August 30 10:30am: Safe Church and Church School Teacher Training II Sunday, September 6 6:00pm: Shelter Meal at St. James Sunday, September 13 9:00am: Friendship Sunday: First Day of Regular Church School, Grades PreK-12 10:30am: Jr. Youth and Parent Meeting 11:30am: Sr. Youth and Parent Meeting

Senior Youth Mission Trip

Please pray for our Senior Youth and their two adult leaders as they complete their mission work in hot and humid New Orleans! They flew out of Providence on Friday, June 26 and will fly back in during the wee-est hours of the morning Saturday, July 4 (1:00 AM). They have been working with the locals to make a differ-ence in the world, and no doubt they’re doing a great job! Expect them to schedule their annual sharehold-er’s dinner this summer to share their mission and ministry with those who supported them: YOU, Niantic Community Church!

- Russ Kirby

Mission Pictures


EVENTS

Our fundraising suppers only happen because of the generosity of many. It takes a lot of effort to do everything necessary to put on one of these suppers and make it successful. Can you lend your time or talent with any of the following?

No experience necessary, fellowship guaranteed.

Set Up Waiter Staff Kitchen Servers Cooks Bakers Dishwashers Clean Up And if you can’t help work the suppers…how about dining in or taking out?

Volunteers Needed

A summer tradition since 1966. Let us do the cooking and serve you too in our air conditioned dining hall.

Outdoor seating available at 5:30 & 6:30 Or take it to go/ Tickets at the door

$10 Adults/ $5 kids 12 & under

Menu Roast Beef/Roast Turkey Mashed Potatoes/Gravy Coleslaw/Green Beans/Cranberry Sauce Rolls/Beverage/Homemade Desserts

Niantic Community Church 170 Pennsylvania Avenue, Niantic, CT

(860)739-6208 www.NianticCommunityChurch.org

BOOK CLUB

The Women's Fellowship Book Club has selected “All The Light We Cannot See" by Anthony Doerr as their next book.

A blind French girl and an orphaned Nazi conscript anchor Anthony Doerr’s sweeping novel of German occupation. Part historical fiction, part fable, part cabinet of curiosities, All the Light We Cannot See builds its own rare and fabulous world.

Please join in a fun discussion on July 19, 2015 at 7:00 pm. Any questions, contact Carol Donovan at [email protected].

Church Directory Update:

We have completed the photo sessions. The candid pages have been designed. Life Touch is working on a draft for us to approve. Once that is done, our directory will be printed and distributed to the congregation. Stay tuned for more details... The Communications Committee


Maine Lobster Stew Dinner

Take out available ! Live Music NCC Youth Band !

Niantic Community Church 170 Pennsylvania Avenue, Niantic, CT

(860)739-6208 www.NianticCommunityChurch.org

MENU

Choice of

Maine Lobster Stew or Chicken Breast

All meals include: Corn on the cob Garden Salad

Brownies/Ice Cream Lemonade

Tuesday July 21, 2015

5:30 – 7:30 pm

$20 Lobster/$10 Chicken Breast

Try the Chicken

Getting your message out…Did you know that we have a sign rider with changeable copy that hangs beneath our big church sign by the road? When you have a church event coming up, fill out the form in Patty Chaffee’s office and Communications Committee member Craig Woody will take care of the rest. It’s easy breezy! Spread the word…

NCC Welcomes Visitors – You’ve heard it before—all are welcome at NCC. But what happens when a visitor pulls into the parking lot on a Sunday morning and can’t find a parking place? Not so welcoming. Now we have a new way to convey our hospitality. Two Visitor Parking signs have been installed near the front entrance of the church to let newcomers know we’re glad they’ve chosen to worship with us—even before they get out of their cars. But we also recognize that parking is limited and can be a challenge on any given Sunday. So let’s agree that the visitor parking spots will be reserved for visitors until the start of worship. After that, all are welcome to park there.

Tickets available NOW…only in advance at Remax On The Bay, 61 Pennsylvania Avenue, Niantic; at the church office; or call Sonya Hoisington at (860) 235-0170.

President’s Quarterly It is hard to believe that it is the end of June, and time for another quarterly update on what the Prudential Board has been up to and other happenings around NCC. Along with sharing reports from committees and staff, the Prudential Board has adopted a mission statement which reads as follows:

The Prudential Board, as leaders and servants of the congregation, will ensure that NCC’s ministries are fully supported and faithfully carry God’s Word and compassion to our members and neighbors.

You may have noticed the work from the CPACE project progressing. At this time all of the electrical work is complete. We have new windows in the sanctuary and the bride’s room, all of the lighting has been made more energy efficient, and we have a new roof over the multipurpose room. Installation of the solar panels is expected to start in early July and we may be up and running by the end of July. On a sad note, we lost Chelsea Russell, who was a member of our childcare staff on Sunday mornings. Chelsea was great with our kids. Because she was employed by NCC at the time of her passing, we have given the congregation the opportunity to contribute to a monetary gift that will go to the Chelsea Foundation, a non-profit medical supplies organization. Donations for this gift will be accepted until July 8th. If you wish to contribute, make checks payable to NCC and write Chelsea Foundation on the memo line. Checks can be submitted to Judy Snitkin in the church office. Lastly, I would like to encourage everyone to find a way to support our Fundraising Dinners (Traditional Summer Suppers and Lobstah Stew). These fundraisers play a role in the ministries here at NCC and provide opportunities for fellowship and community service. If you can’t help with one of the many tasks that make these dinners happen, remember, we also need eaters! I hope you all have a good summer, Al Larson


Niantic Community Church Children’s Center Kid’s Clubhouse

Summer School Age Program Ages 5 – 12 June 22nd – August 21st

6:30 AM – 5:30 PM 2 Field Trips per week Sports, games, crafts, etc. $205 per week

170 Pennsylvania Ave, Niantic, CT 06357, (860)739-0877

See our brochure at: nccchildrenscenter.com

Vacation Bible School, July 13-17

Kids—make plans for another fun Vacation Bible School, 9:00 a.m. to noon, Monday, July 13 through Friday, July 17 here at NCC! We’ll having tons of beach fun while learning about God! VBS is for children entering Pre-K through 4th grade, and 5th graders and up are welcome to come as volunteers. We are seeking plenty of adults to help, as it takes lots of people to make VBS successful each year. For questions or to volunteer, connect with Jennifer Munzner or Russ Kirby. To register your child using the online registration form, click here: https://docs.google.com/a/nianticcommunitychurch.org/

June 5th - Family Picnic at McCook’s Point sponsored by NCC Men’s Group

Photos by Craig Holch (Click link to see more - http://share.shutterfly.com/action/welcome?sid=8Gcs3DVm1UTTQ)

~ 137 Days until Jack Frost Bazaar ~

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Nurturing Faith

Sacred Source Painting®

Prayer/Meditation/Painting/Sharing

This program is taking a break for the summer but will return in September. Stay tuned for details.

The Healing Art of Photography

The photography program

is on hiatus until September.

Anything Goes …minimize, simplify, organize

Ever wonder what happens at Anything Goes? Join us in the Fellowship Room when the program returns in September to find out. Call church office for details. 860-739-6208.

Patty’s Corner July/August 2015

Hello friends. I have been facilitating the

Painting From the Source program for almost

six years now. It was a wonderful experience

right from the start, and we celebrated that

creative process of connecting with God

through painting, with an art exhibit several

years ago. Author and artist Aviva Gold, who

created the process, joined us at NCC to offer

a workshop and help us honor this sacred

work.

She preferred that we use another name for

our group, and we began calling our group

Sacred Source Painting. Earlier this year,

Aviva and a group of friends got together to

trademark Source Painting® in an effort to

continue to spread word far and wide about

this powerful process that grew out of Aviva’s

original work.

In doing that, and because of the work I had

been doing with Aviva’s Painting From the

Source process, I was invited to become an

“official,”

“Source Painting® Facilitator.”

I am thrilled to continue to offer Sacred

Source Painting® and enjoy a process that

has been embraced by many who have

attended over the years. Join us in September

when we resume meeting the 2nd Friday of

each month from 10:00-1:30 to paint from our

Source. All materials are supplied and no

experience is necessary. Call me anytime for

more information. (860)739-6208.

Namaste,

Patty Chaffee

Community Minister

with Carol Vara

6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays

Embrace this ancient practice of meditation to create a sense of inner peace, solitude and tranquility through guided imagery and music. Dress comfortably. Bring towel or yoga mat, or meditate in a chair. Suitable for all ages & abilities. Join us in the Multipurpose Room for this free Nurturing Faith activity.

(Registration not required.)

July 29 August 26


Don’t know how to knit? We’ll teach you ! Don’t have any yarn? We’ll provide it !

Need a pattern? We have em ! Prefer to crochet? That’s okay !

Bring a friend to the Fellowship Room at NCC located at 170 Pennsylvania Ave., Niantic, CT. (860)739-6208.

Save the Date and join us on the 4th Tuesday of each month for the Niantic Community Church

Prayer Shawl Ministry 2015

July 28 August 25 September 22

October 27 November 24 December 22

Use your faith to create an active, successful dating process for

casual dating and/or a life mate

Join Us !

Wednesdays, July 15 / August 19 Time: 6-8pm In the Parish Life Ministry office It’s FREE – And all are welcome ! Facilitated by Carol Vara

Niantic Community Church 170 Pennsylvania Ave, Niantic, CT 06357

(860)739-6208

Community Drum Circle Join me the 4th Friday of each month from 7-8 p.m. for our Community Drum Circle. It is facilitated by Kate Brodaski who guides a group of members and friends of NCC through an hour of soulful ancient rhythms that current medical research has proven to induce deep relaxation, lower blood pressure, reduce stress, and is beneficial for a host of other medical conditions. If that doesn't make you want to bang on your bongos, drumming is also considered a very spiritual practice. We have instruments or bring your own....Join us for this free nurturing faith activity. Patty Chaffee Community Minister

Follow us on Twitter (@NianticChurch) and like us on Facebook (facebook.com/NianticCommunityChurch).

Deadline for the September edition

of Tidings is August 15th.

Please e-mail submissions to [email protected]

Cleaning out your jewelry box? Any unwanted jewelry? We’ll take it! We are again asking for jewelry donations for the Jack Frost Bazaar to be dropped off at the Church Office throughout the upcoming months. Any questions, contact Jeannette Woodworth, Laurene Pierandi-McCarthy, or Edie Watrous-Woody.

Going Home to God

Chelsea Grace Russell July 31, 1988 - June 3, 2015

Chelsea Grace Russell, 26, of Niantic, passed away on June 3, 2015, at Yale-New Haven Hospital after a brief illness, complicated by a rare enzyme deficiency with which she was born. A funeral service was held at Niantic Community Church Monday, June 8th. The full obituary appears at http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/theday/obituary.aspx?pid=175012995.

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The Story of Mystic Area Shelter and Hospitality "MASH”

by Mary Brodhead

History Quiz Answer

With “Circuit Riders”. The circuits were made of

2 or more local churches, but some were so large,

that it might take 5 or 6 weeks to cover all the

territory. These pastors, appointed by the Bishop,

lived out of their saddle bags and traveled

thousands of miles. It was a very hard life and up

to 1847, nearly half who died were under 30 years

old.

NCC PRAYER WALL

Visit the NCC Prayer Wall to review prayers, indicate that you have prayed for the concerns and joys submitted by others, and add your own prayer requests. You may also send prayer requests to [email protected]. All posts are automatically added to the ongoing prayer chain. http://www.nianticcommunitychurch.org/prayers

Support NCC When You Shop

Simply go to smile.amazon.com - it's the same as the regular site, with the option of choosing to support Niantic Community Church. Look just under the search bar for the link to choose your charity. Without any additional cost to you, NCC will receive 0.5% of your purchase price!

The Memorial Committee is accepting applications for student college loans. Application forms are available in the church office. If you have further questions, please contact Edna Gilstad (860-739-9517) or Marion Prescott (860-443-2962.)

Got Shoes?

Safe Futures is collecting 7500 pairs of used (or new) shoes in order to raise $3000 toward its pro-grams. The neat thing is that the shoes in turn will be sent to developing countries where women are taught how to clean and repurpose the shoes as part of their microenterprise businesses. Shoes must be in pairs but any size, style or season, even in need of repair. Get all your friends to contribute! The sky’s the limit. Drop off your unwanted shoes in the box by the church office or drop them off at Safe Fu-tures, 16 Jay Street in New London, Tuesdays or Thursdays between 10 am and 2 pm.

We are seeking a new Childcare Worker in the nursery on Sundays. For information, contact Russ Kirby at [email protected].

Inspiring Generosity… See how one student lifted up his fellow classmates with heartfelt thoughts he anonymously posted. Follow this link to read his story: http://abcnews.go.com/Lifestyle/washington-valedictorians-secret-instagram-reveals-tear-jerking-thoughts/story?id=31689197

The name reflects the mission for both shelter

and hospitality, which was the vision of its

founders. There was representation of both church

and local service folks, creating a unique and

rewarding collaboration. We truly were a happy

group. However, we started with no foundation,

only a very strong vision to meet the needs of

people in our own community. There has never

been a doubt about the need for both shelter and

hospitality. To learn more about this mission, click

on the following link: http://

www.nianticcommunitychurch.org/blog/

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Journeying Through Life with Serious Illness:

a day retreat for those who are ill and the people who love them

Saturday, September 19, 2015

9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Mercy by the Sea Retreat

Center Madison, CT $45 per person/ all-inclusive

Registration Deadline August 17 (late reg. will be accepted on space available basis)

Register Today !

Continental breakfast & hot lunch in Dining Room Scholarships Available Opening prayer with Rev. Dr. John A. Nelson Choice of morning & afternoon workshops:

Communications Building your support team Expressive Arts Guided Meditation Labyrinth Walk Fitness for Caregivers Journaling

Presented by the Parish Life & Health Care Ministries of Niantic Community Church 170 Pennsylvania Avenue, Niantic, CT 06457

Call church office to register or for more information. (860)739-6208

Whoever you are, wherever you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here!

Keynote Speaker: Kenric A. Prescott, M.S.W., M.Div. Pastor-Teacher, Union Baptist Church of Hartford


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per

(DH

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00 P

M B

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H)

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PM

Dis

cipl

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(FR

) 7:

30 P

M N

A (

DH

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30 P

M S

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ards

hip

Com

-

mitt

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PLO

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9 7:15

AM

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M A

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11

10:0

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M A

A (

"Fam

ily

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M/F

R)

7:30

PM

AA

(D

H)

12

9:30

AM

Wo

rsh

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13

5:45

PM

NC

C C

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s

Cen

ter

Boa

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M)

6:15

PM

Chu

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Offi

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(Pas

tor's

Stu

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7:00

PM

Fin

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Com

mit-

tee

(FR

) 7:

00 P

M S

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Chu

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Com

mitt

ee (

O)

14

7:15

AM

Bib

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fst

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lace

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00 P

M B

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cout

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H)

7:00

PM

Mai

nten

ance

(O

)

15

6:00

PM

Chr

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ingl

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Dat

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(PLM

)(M

PR

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30 P

M D

isci

ple

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R)

6:30

PM

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T (

SA

) 7:

30 P

M N

A (

DH

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16

7:15

AM

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00 P

M A

A-T

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H)

17

18

10:0

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M A

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"Fam

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M/F

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7:30

PM

AA

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M L

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H)

7:00

PM

Boy

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22

6:30

PM

Dis

cipl

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(FR

) 7:

30 P

M N

A (

DH

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23

7:15

AM

Bib

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M A

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24

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AA

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PLO

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M P

PR

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AM

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PM

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PR

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M D

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PM

NA

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PM

AA

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M B

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PM

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M N

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AM

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7 8 10

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AA

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M P

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M N

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M S

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Com

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mitt

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AM

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M A

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14

15

10:0

0 A

M A

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"Fam

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M/F

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PM

AA

(D

H)

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AM

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17

7:00

PM

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R)

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PM

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DH

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18

7:15

AM

Bib

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(Cha

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M B

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19

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PM

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M D

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ple

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R)

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PM

NA

(D

H)

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7:15

AM

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M A

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21

22

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AM

NL

Sou

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l Pre

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("F

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M/F

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PM

AA

(D

H)

23

9:30

AM

Wo

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24

7:00

PM

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M P

PR

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7:15

AM

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00 P

M B

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cout

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H)

7:00

PM

Pra

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ting

Gro

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6:00

PM

Min

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ness

Med

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tion

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MP

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PM

Dis

cipl

e II

(FR

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30 P

M N

A (

DH

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27

7:15

AM

Bib

le S

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Brk

-

fst (

Cha

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lace

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M A

A-T

hurs

(D

H)

28

1:30

PM

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eric

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M D

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Circ

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(M)

29

10:0

0 A

M A

A (

"Fam

ily

frie

ndly

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M/F

R)

7:30

PM

AA

(D

H)

30

9:30

AM

Wo

rsh

ip

31

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