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Wright Congregational,United Church of Christ

4821 Franklin Rd.Boise, Idaho 83705

(208) 343-0292E-Mail:

wrightucc@qwestoffice.netWeb: wrightucc.com

Published Monthly,Mailed pre-paid at

Boise, IdahoPermit No. 127

* * *Ministers: All of Us

Pastor:Rev. Michael S. Black

Secretary:Robin Canning

Choir Director:Ron Apperson

Organist:Ginny Trapp

Child Care Attendant:Justice Flaherty

Board Chairman:Will Patterson

Moderator:Jo Elliott-Blakeslee

Youth Leader:Kate Hall

Custodian:Robin Canning

Pilgrim Cove BoardMembers:AI Busche

Summer-June, July & AugustWorship at 10 a.m.Fellowship 11:30

FaU, Winter, SpringSchedule:

9:30 Adult Sunday Sch.10:45 Worship &

Children's Sunday Sch,FeUowship- Noon

Communion Served the IstSunday of each month -No

Sunday Schools

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WELCOME TO AUGUSTIA MONTH OF SUNDAYS (PLUS ONE) AT WRIGHT CHURCH

SUNDAY, AUGUST 810:00 AM - Worship And Celebration Service

Mike's Sermon Theme: "Reaching Up, Reaching Out, Reaching Down"A Guest From The Interfaith Sanctuary

Will Tell Us Of Their Work

SUNDAY, AUGUST 15CHRISTMAS IN A UGUST

10:00 AM - Christmas Worship Service With Carols and CelebrationWe Present Our Christmas Gifts For The Interfaith Sanctuary

Sermon Theme: "Keeping The Christmas Spirit All Year"Piano Duet: Ken and William Tauati - "Shout To The Lord!"

SUNDAY, AUGUST 2210:00 AM - Worship And Celebration ServiceSermon Theme: "Reflections On Our Faith"

SUNDAY, AUGUST 2910:00 AM - Worship And Celebration Service

Sermon Theme: "Music Fills The Soul"A Worship Combining Some Of Our Favorite Hymns

With The Spoken Word

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 5Labor Day Sunday

10:00 AM - Worship And Celebration ServiceSermon Theme: "What Gain Have Workers From Their Toil?"

(A Commentary On Ecclesiastes J)

(10:45 AM Worship Will Resume On September 12)********

Special Children's Moment Every Sunday During WorshipK-6 Classes For Children Following The Special Moment

Youth Group After ChurchChild Care For The Little Ones

Refreshments & Conversation Hour After Church

NEWS FROM AND FOR THE CONGREGATION

--Thanks to all of you who filled in while I was on vacation-it is much appreciated!Special gratitude to Carl Van Slyke for presiding at the entire worship on July 18; to Rev.George Gunn, Jim Morrow, and Ronna Sundell on July 25; and to Dr. Jo and the Deaconsfor leading worship on August 5.

--What a great time we had on Sunday, July 11, when all our former ministers werehere to help us celebrate our 100thAnniversary! And thanks again to all of them for theirfaithful service since 1966! - Speaking of our Centennial, remember to get yourcommemorative T-Shirts, Pens, Mugs, and Plates. And, we look forward to our next majorevent which will be September 18-19: On Saturday Evening the 18th,Pilgrim Fellowshipalums will have a gathering and barbeque at the church. And on Sunday Morning, the19t

\ we want to invite everyone who attended Sunday School, Youth Groups, or werebaptized here to be with us for a special reunion worship.

--BUGS has just finished up another successful season! But remember that theFarm Stand will be open every \Vednesday for several more weeks.

--Special best wishes and prayers to several of our parishioners: To Joy Chapman,who remains in failing health at Life Care at ValleyView; to Kathy Smith and NettieAdkins, who are recovering well from recent back surgeries; to Jane Penrod who isrecuperating from recent surgery; and to Bob Brown who will have Hip ReplacementSurgery on Monday, August 9, at St. AI's.

--Thanks to Howard and Nettie Adkins for donating a new lawn mower to thechurch! The ancient "push" power mower we had for many years just finally bit the dust.Speaking of lawn mowing, thanks to our seven pairs of folks who take turns each weekkeeping the grass looking neat.

--Also looking ahead: On Friday evening, September 24, and Saturday morning,September 25, we will host the annual Idaho Association gathering of the Central PacificConference. Please mark that on your calendars and make plans to be part of thisinteresting and inspiring time of fellowship with people from all nine of our UCC churchesin Southern Idaho. Plans are still in their infancy, but we will also be needing people tohelp with greeting, hospitality, and meals during the meeting. Let us know if you canhelp-thanks!

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Where there is hatred, let me sow love.Where there is injury, pardon.Where there is doubt.faith.

Where there is despair, hope.Where there is darkness, light, and where there is sadness, joy.

Book Club & Library NewsBook Club will meet at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday,

August 5 at the home of Ethel Farnsworth at 1:00 p.m. (call 336-4883 for directions.) Please bring one or two items of

poetry you especially like. Something you have written will beespecially welcome.

Run by Ann Patchett is the selection for discussion on Thurs.Sept. 2 at 1:00 p.m. in our library.

Board of Directors meeting,VVednesday,August18at 7 pm in the social hall

NEWS FROM THE WOMEN:Women's Fellowship will not meet in June, July or August

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: Saturday, August 7 for anI old fashioned Ice Cream SocialI

I and fellowship time beginning at 6:30I

~ here at Wright. We invite our sisteri church's solo's group, First Congregational to share withi us. You bring the toppings and we'll have the ice cream,i beverages,; and cookies. A game of Family Feud is in the works.I._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._.-._-----_._._._._---.

SAIL BOAT FOR SALEPilgrim Cove received a sail boat from the YMCACamp. Because Pilgrim Cove already has two sailboats they would like to sell this one. If you areinterested please contact Al Busche at 383-9181.

You can see it next to the shed at Wright Church atthe present time.

Thank you so much for including us inyour 100th anniversary celebration. Wehad a great time and visit with old friends.Thank you also for our Saturday eveningmeal and visit. It was nice to get reac-quainted with old friends. We have ourcommemorative plate displayed and willcherish the little church ornament.

Sincerely, Jim & Barbara Nolan

Worship attendance on:July 4-61

July 11·117July 18·51July 25· 44Aug. 1·67

Ushers for August:Dwain Baxter, Trevor Makinson

Wes & Cathy Andrews

Communion-Sept. 5Liturgist-Sept. 5

Dale Parsons

Prepare/Serve -Sept. 5Will & Julie Patterson

Tami Black, Jane Penrod

Caregivers: AugustAmy Linkert, Carol Card,

Mary Jo Presley, Dolores WallaceCaregivers: Sept.

Robin Canning, Jo Elliott-BlakesleeJulie Patterson, Carl Van Slyke

Altar & Altar Flower Care Taker:August: Mary Ellen Parsons

Altar & Altar Flower Care Taker:September: Denise Steelman

COMMUNITY~ SUPPER

Thursday,Augus 26, 2010.

Sign Up sheet or you help will beavailable the unday before the

dinner. Please help.The cost per month f r foods to serve our monthly

supper is approxim tely $100.00. Any and aildonations are greatly appreciated.

Please note Benc Supper on your check.

Thank you for t e thoughts and< prayers and ma cards of encour-

agement followi g my surgery andthe continuing r covery. I am do-ing well, and, in the near future Ihope to be strong as ever.

Sincerely,Nettie Adkins

Notes From The Board

My spirit is uplifted in my own little space. Away fromthe tensions of life I find peace. Robin Canning opened ourBoard Meeting with a devotion which reminded us of theimportance that each of us has our own little space to findpeace in our lives. Asking God to help us provide our needs,we conducted the business of the Church.

Thank you to all who have assisted with our churchservice while Mike and Tami are finding peace in their ownlittle space in Hawaii. We appreciate your willingness to help.We thank those who hosted coffee hour and provided flowers.

For those who were here for our major remodel project,it is difficult to realize it has been over ten years since wecompleted the work. Our Church is much improved. Howeverthere is continuing needs for our Church building. We recentlyreplaced a failed air conditioner, repaired leaking plumbing,and replaced light fixtures. Our carpet is showing wear. TheBoard is asking for a special donation to a capitalimprovement fund to help cover these expenses. Pleaseconsider donating; any amount will be greatly appreciated.

Christmas in August is here, can you help by providing afew basic items for those less fortunate?

Enjoy your summer, and in the midst of all youractivities, we hope to see you in Church. May this be one of theplaces where you find peace.

Respectfully Submitted,Will Patterson, Board Chair

Christmas In August

On Sunday, August 15, we are going to celebrate Christmas inAugust and, as is our tradition, we will are going to collect items for alocal non-profit humanitarian organization. This year we will besupporting the Interfaith Sanctuary. The Interfaith Sanctuary is ashelter for homeless people in our community. It is supported by 28local organizations, representing at least eleven Christiandenominations and four non-Christian faith traditions. TheSanctuary is a great example of diverse faiths working together to feedand clothe God's children.

A list of needed items was in the August 1 bulletin and is posted onthe bulletin board in the basement. On August 8, one of theSanctuary's directors will spend a few minutes telling us about theSanctuary's work in our community, then on August 15 we will collectthe gifts. Christmas in August helps us remember that Christ's gift tous is not seasonal, and allows us to learn more about others who aredoing Christ's work in our community.

Christmas in}lUIJust 2010Sponsoring I nteifaitli Sanctuary

:JV7EPlDPlD lPE9vtS for under our treeInstant Creamer, Sugar, Peanut Butter (creamy), Jelly, Sliced Bread,Coffee -in cans, caffeinated, Paper towels, Toilet Paper, Paper Plates,

Hot Cups 10 oz (no Styrofoam), Cold Cups 10 oz, Paper Bowls,Plastic forks, spoons, knives, Stir sticks for coffee,

Air Disinfectant/Freshener (spray)Hygiene items: (small sizes to fit in backpacks),

deodorant, foot powder, disposable razors, nail clippers, tweezers, femininehygiene items, toothbrushes, toothpaste, cough drops,

Cleaning supplies:(dish soap, liquid floor cleaner, bleach, window cleaner, sponges)

Clothing Items:(socks, male and female underwear, sweat pants & shirts.)

No other clothing items excepted.Trash bags; 55 gal., 33 gal., clear & 13 gal.

Laundry detergent for front loading machines.Liquid antibacterial hand soap (refill size)

Hand sanitizer (Ig. pump size)Baby items:

(Baby wipes, small sized diapers and clothing) newborn to 6 mths.18 gal. plastic tub containers with lids.

SUMMER WORSHIP HOURS10:00 A.M.

FELLOWSHIP 11:00 A.M.

Peer-to-Peer

PILGRIM COVE CAMP DATES"As God through the continued fellowship of Christ

Jesus blesses your life in 2010, may you find your wayto a summer camping program at Pilgrim Cove

Aug. 8-11-Women's Camp (Note new date)Sept. 3-6- Family Camp

Questions about work camps speak to AI Busche**********

The eighth NAMI Peer-to-Peer classgraduated 13 participants on June 29,2010. Thanks to Ken Carter, LeadMentor; Faye Lynch, Mentor; and BriCook, Resource Person, for facilitatingsuch an important and beneficialcurriculum,

This was the first class to receive thenew curriculum from NAMI-National.The mentors seem to feel that thechanges to the curriculum were wellreceived and easy to adjust to duringclasses. Changes include, but are notlimited to: an additional piece aboutbrain chemistry .and the relapseprevention grids have been simplified.The overall feeling is that these changesenhanced the quality ofthe class.

MEN'S BREAKFASTSATURDAY, August 7, 2010 ~

8:30A.M.All men of Wright Church and their guests are invitedto a wonderful breakfast and fellowship time on the

above Saturday. Program by Jerry Card.Steve Robbins or Dale Shoemaker, co-chairs

Special thanks to Don Masterson whospoke at the class on June 22, 2010, inorder to provide a family perspectivefor participants. A special thanks alsogoes out to Wright CommunityChurch for providing a wonderfulspace to facilitate Peer-to-Peer eachspring. Their support for NAMI-Boisehas been greatly appreciated.

The Fall 2010 Peer-to-Peer class will beoffered at the Boise VA MedicalCenter. Please call the NAMI-Boiseoffice at (208) 376-4304 to reserveyour spot. Hope to see you there!

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Our pantry is basically empty. Please Help.

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Here's the answer to last month's question: When we remodeled (1996-1998) oneof our contractors (unbeknownst to us) put in a secret cross t somewhere in the church-do you know where it is?

Answer: It is in the men's bathroom on the top floor! Walk in, look up, and thenlook back, and you'll find it. A rather unique place!

THIS MONTH'S QUESTION: ICan you name the two current members of Wright Church who served as

members of the Idaho State Senate? I

CENTENNIAL SIGNIFICA

~-----------,We had a great time having all our former living

ministers with us on July 11, 2010Since some were unable to attend our special service on July 11, we thought we

would pass on some information about what the past ministers are doing.

Rev. Stacy Richards worked for the State then went to school and got his MastersDoctorate in Counseling. He then worked in S. Dakota. After retiring and going to Yuma, AZto be near family he couldn't find a UCC church close by so in 2004 he started one. He metand married Marilyn and she has a home in Denver Co. where they spend the summers andgo to Yuma in the winters. His daughter, Andrea, is a teacher in California and daughterPaula is married with one son and one daughter, they to live in California.

Rev. Jim Nolan is retired. He and Barbara still live in Boise. Their son, Don lives inthe Seattle area and has two children. Bob and Christy live in Virginia and have two Girls.Amy is married and has a daughter, they live in Boise where she works at St. Lukes in Merid-ian. Jim volunteers for the Red Cross every Tuesday delivering blood to the hospitals. Heand Barbara are active with their granddaughters activities.

Rev. Ted and Susan Huffman. Son Isaac is 29 y.o and has been married for 5 years isa medical librarian, living in Olympia, WA. Rachael is in England and is a day care worker.Ted and Susan are in Rapid City, S. Dakota and minister to a congregation of about 600. It isa very musical church that is 131 years old. They support 3 mission projects: Habitat forHumanity, Wood splitter group called "The Wood Chuck Society", which collects, splits andgives wood to the needy and their sister church in Costa Rica that they join together for va-cation bible study. Ted's mom is living with them and Susan's dad is in a retirementfacility close by.

Pictured below from left to right are:Rev. Ted Huffman, Rev. Susan Huffman, Rev. Mike Black,

Rev. Stacy Richards and Rev. Jim Nolan

Stewardship Message from Carl Van Slyke

Sabbath Time

] lift up my eyes to the hills ... Psalm 121

When you read this message, I hope to be having some Sabbath and renewal time in themountains of New Hampshire. I know that my help does not come from pine-coveredhills, but from the God who made heaven and earth. Still it helps to get away even for justa week to a place of beauty and rest. I hope you have the chance to go somewhere youfind restful, even if it is your own backyard. Perhaps the most violated of the TenCommandments is the one about taking Sabbath time; God tried to establish a societywhere one of the basic rules was that no created being, not even a servant, should workall the time. We need to take time simply to, as an old Confession puts it, remember thatour "chief end" is to praise and enjoy God.

In your Sabbath, whether a day off or a vacation, give of your mental capital, yourspiritual energy, to listen for God this summer. Time for reflection, for wonder, forhonest questions, for waiting on the Spirit all are gifts to ourselves, to God, andultimately to our faith communities. This kind of time makes us whole, so that we canwork with God to bring wholeness to the world. Give God time this summer. Oh, anddon't forget to send in your pledge, too!

Rochelle A. Stackhouse is the Senior Minister oj The Church oj the Redeemer, United Church oj Christ,New Haven Connecticut.

As you will note elsewhere in this issue of The Wright-Ups, the Churchhas encountered some unexpected expenses during the first six months ofthe year. These include the replacement of the sanctuary air conditioner,repair to city-water outside hose bib that was leaking, replacement ofirrigation pump for lawn (cost shared with BUGS),repairs to lawn sprinklersystem, and replace small lawn mower that was no longer repairable. Thebottom line is that this reduces our fund balance to a dangerously lowpoint. i wouid ask that you consider giving an over and above gift to fundthese important items in the life of the Church.

God is still speaking,

Wright Community Congregational ChurchUnited Church of Christ4821 Franklin RoadBoise, 10 83705(208) 343-0292

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10- Shane MeachamII-Mary Ellen Parsons16-Cindy Shoemaker Thanks to everyone who agrees to help out on Sunday Mornings,17- Patty Bliss as ofthis writing these folks are covering these areas:21-Bob Smith Aug. 1:23-Jack Barrett27-Ann Durand Greeters: Chuck & Meredith Pond

29-Sally Gray Flowers: Carl Van Slyke

September 2010 (first week) Coffee Host:

7- Audrey Cox Aug. 8:Meredith Pond Greeters: Jack & Joan Wenske

Flowers: Larry & Sandi Gillmore

Happy Anniversary Coffee Host: Larry & Sandi Gillmore

August 2010 Aug. 15-Christmas in August:5-John & Lupe Tauati Greeters: Bob & Mary Pond6-Carlyle & Maxine Briggs Flowers:7- Will & Julie Patterson Coffee Host: Shockley Family14-Will & Shirley Spiva Aug. 22:22-Dave & Marilyn Carmen Greeters: Ann Durand & John Thomas23-David & Lisa Cheney-Jorgensen Flowers: Kim, Michael & Katie31- Wes & Cathy Andrews Coffee Host: Farnsworth/Salwasser

September 2010 (first Week)Aug. 29:l-Jane & Tom Eubanks

4- Bethene & Willard Dykes Greet: Ron & Syl AppersonSusan & Al Busche Flowers:

Coffee Hosts:

Wright Community Congregational ChurchUnited Church of Christ4821 Franklin RoadBoise, ID 83705(208) 343-0292

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Happy BirthdaysJuly 2010

I-Carlyle BriggsRobin CanningBrandon Hyder

3-Samantha Ingraham4-Ken Farnsworth

LaVerne Collard7-Alex Bastow9-Jerry SchwarzhoffII-Kathy Smith12- Larry Gillmore13-Ben Watson15- Jauine BalfourI6-Jennifer Makinson

Joy Chapman20-Carol Card22- Janice Aagaard24- Betty Ramsey

Sammy Musselman30-Heather Watson

Happy AnniversaryJuly 2010

3-Agnes & Jerry Schwarzhoff13-Debbie & Steve Robbins25- Tami & Mike Black

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Thanks to everyone who agrees to help out on Sunday Mornings,as of this writing these folks are covering these areas:

July 4:Greeters: Marilyn Williams & Carol Mansfield

Flowers: Jo Elliott-BlakesleeCoffee Hour:

July 11:Greeters: LaVerne Collard & Carol Rivers

Flowers: Agnes ThayerCoffee Hour: Pot Luck lunch

July 18:Greeters: Mary Ellen & Dale Parsons

Flowers: Dolores WallaceCoffee Hour: Janice Aagaard

July 25:Greeters: Willard & Bethene Dykes

Flowers: Jane PenrodCoffee Hour: