 Katy's Ponderings...
In my lifetime, I've watched two seemingly unrelated but curiously coincidental trajectories. The chasm between wealth and poverty has widened and the middle class has essentially evaporated. The numbers released from the most recent census were chilling, pointing out that the disparity is the greatest it's been since we started keeping track. To keep the numbers looking more palatable, we've not adjusted the poverty line with inflation, but even so more working families find themselves without adequate food, without healthcare, and without housing. Reaganomics didn't fix, neither did the bull market during Clinton's presidency at the close of the last century. Here we sit with yesterday's bills, both in our families and as a nation, and we have little hope of making ends meet - unless we are the .01% of Americans (14,000) that have 22% of all the income (Wall Street Journal 2008). Clearly it's time for a bit of economic fairness, clearly the playing field is tilted. Fair is fair, and this is not. Where, I wonder again and again, is the revolution?
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ADULT EDUCATION THIS WEEK
PARENT GROUP:
9:45am Classroom #21
A safe space apart for parents (and their allies) to gather while their children are in Church School. Convened by Jane Miles and Chris Reinhard, this group will be largely self directed.
OPENING THE BIBLE:
9:45am Classroom #23
Opening the Bible with Amy-Jill Levine -A video series with discussion led by Marty Holland
Topics:
· Folklore Analysis
· Moses and Exodus
· The God of Israel
· Covenant and Law, Part 1& 2
· The "Conquest"
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HELP! ITEMS NEEDED BY CHURCH SCHOOL CLASSES (threes through sixth grade) IN EXPLORING THE TOWER OF BABEL STORY:
- Shoe boxes (any size) ....we need lots of them to be designed/remodeled.
- Blocks i.e., wooden, cardboard (large, medium or small...as in Jenga or other tower building games)....ON LOAN OCTOBER/NOVEMBER
- Yertle the Turtle book by Dr. Seuss.....ON LOAN OCTOBER/NOVEMBER
*PLEASE PUT YOUR NAME ON ITEMS OR BOX OF ITEMS AND PUT ON OR UNDER THE TABLE OUTSIDE THE CHURCH OFFICE BY OCTOBER 24TH.
THE BLOCKS, GAMES AND BOOK CAN BE PICKED UP AFTER USE. THANK YOU!. |
NEW MEMBER SESSIONS
Sunday October 10th 9:45am
If you are interested in joining EUCC or simply want to know more about us, you are invited to attend our New Members Sessions at 9:45am in Katy's Office. We will be welcoming new members on Sunday, October 17th. If you have any questions, you may contact Kathy Cormack.
NEW MEMBER RECEPTION & DINNER
Saturday October 16 5:30pm
With a large group of new members (and lots of wee ones!) we have much to celebrate as a community! Join us on the eve of our New Member Sunday at the Still Speaking Center for an evening of fellowship as we welcome our new friends. New members are our guests, we invite others to share a dish. Please sign up in the Narthex to help with our planning!
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CROP HUNGER WALKS
October 24th
Have you felt overwhelmed by the earthquake in Haiti, the floods in Pakistan, and the BP oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico? You can help by walking - or sponsoring a walker -- in the Metro St. Louis CROP (Communities Responding to Overcome Poverty) Walk.
Church World Service <www.churchworldservice.org>, , a relief and development organization representing our own United Church of Christ and another thirty-plus denominations, is active in all of those places - indeed, all over the world. Three-quarters of the money raised will go to CWS; one-quarter will go to food banks here in St. Louis.
The main CROP Walk will step off from the Upper Muny parking lot in Forest Park at 2 p.m. on Sunday, October 24. If you would like to walk, stop by the CROP Walk table in the narthex on any Sunday or contact Laurel Hayes <laurel.hayes@sbcglobal.net>. |
FOLK GROUP FAMILY AND FRIENDS AND FOLK "WANNABES"
October 8th, 7:00pm
You are invited to a campfire and cook-out at Lynn and Gretchen Loudermilk's house on Friday, October 8th, 7pm.
This is your chance to sing your favorite folk and camp songs!! Bring a copy of something you would like to sing.
RSVP to the Loudermilks @ 968-9524 or lelgkl@sbcglobal.net
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EUCC MOMS' GROUP
October 22, 9:30am (PLEASE NOTE DATE CORRECTION)
Moms' group will meet Friday October 15th from 9:30-11. Our topic will be balancing life, work, and family...or is that all just LIFE? If you need child care please call ahead to Dee Ban 965-1191. |
CONTEMPORARY WRITINGS GROUP
October 15 6:30pm
Book: Introducing Body Theology* by Lisa Isherwood and Elizabeth Stuart.
Discussion Leader: Marilyn Stavenger
Location: 514 Angenette, 63122 *Published 2000 by Pilgrim Press (originally 1998 by Sheffield Academic Press in Sheffield, England). ISBN 0-8298-1375-6 (Available at Eden Bookstore) |
MEN'S RETREAT
October 22-23
We have been asking men of the church to set aside the weekend of October 22-23 for the men's retreat at Eden Theological Seminary. Here are some of the details. We will meet from 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm on Friday and from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm on Saturday. Meals will be provided. No preparation for the event is necessary. Look for more information and your invitation soon.
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THE JEWISH JESUS
October 18-19
You are invited to attend the 2010 Pfautch Lectures at Second Presbyterian Church in St. Louis. This year's lecture focuses on, "The Jewish Jesus: Context for Interfaith Dialogue." The two-day event will take place at the church, 4501 Westminster Place in St. Louis, and features Dr. Amy-Jill Levine, Professor of New Testament Studies at Vanderbilt University. "Misunderstanding Judaism Means Misunderstanding Jesus," will take place Monday, October 18 at 7pm; "How and Why Jews and Christians Read Scripture Differently" will take place at 7pm on Tuesday, October 19. The event is also sponsored by Eden and the Central Reform Congregation. The event is free and open to the public, and registration is not required. For more information, visit the church website at www.secondchurch.net or call 314-367-0366.
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EMPTY BOWLS FUNDRAISER
January 23, 2011
Webster-Rock Hill Ministries is planning an Empty Bowls fundraiser for January 23, 2011 (tentative) and needs the help of supporting churches and their members even in the planning stages.
Empty Bowls have successfully raised money and awareness for social service agencies across the country by offering a simple soup/bread supper for guests but allowing them to take home with them handmade "soup" bowls. Music and craft demonstrations make it a party.
We know that there are artisans and crafty people out there who make beautiful bowls out of clay, metal, glass, gourds, wood, fiber, and other media, but we don't know who they are. If you or someone you know would be able to donate one or more bowls please tell us. Perhaps there are groups, of all ages, who might get together and do this. The bowls should be roughly 5"-6" wide, can be decorative and/or functional, and need not be perfect!
In addition to bowls we are seeking sources of soups and breads, musicians/entertainers, and raw materials for bowls such as clay, glazes, and facilities for firing clay.
With the collective input from all of the supporting congregations and their members Empty Bowls can provide much-needed funds for Webster-Rock Hill Ministries, as well as some much-needed fun for all of us in the middle of winter.
Please contact Marilyn Claggett (moann11@aol.com, 968-1653) or Kathy Chamberlin (kathy.chamberlin@yahoo.com, 477-3596) with your ideas and suggestions.
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ADVENT FAIR
December 5th
EUCC's Alternative Advent Fair is coming on December 5! Please join us to shop for gifts for your family and friends from charitable organizations and local artisans.
So far we have jewelry, photography, music, pottery, woodworking, and glass art for the Advent Fair. We have chances to support Eden Seminary, Church World Service, and Heifer International. What's missing? Do you know an artist who creates something you'd like to see at the Advent Fair? Please contact Laura Evans at 314-394-0453 or lk.evans@charter.net . Thanks!
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CHARITABLE EVENTS CALENDAR FOR OCTOBER
Wednesday, October 13
Domestic Violence Awareness Month Event: Screening of Sin by Silence 10in
Join Lydia's House and the St. Louis End Violence Against Women Network in honoring Domestic Violence Awareness Month by viewing this riveting documentary that tells the personal, shocking stories of women convicted of murdering their abusive husbands. A discussion panel of local domestic violence experts will follow the film. This event is sponsored by The Women's Initiative for Health and Safety. Where: Tivoli Theater, 6350 Delmar Blvd., University City. Cost: Free
Thursday, October 14
Lydia's House benefit at the Dream House Tea Room
Have an evening with the girls at the Dream House Tea Room. Attendees will enjoy dinner and dessert while viewing a fashion show featuring the latest styles at the Dream House store. Each attendee will receive a coupon for discounts and 10% of sales that evening will go to Lydia's House. Cocktail hour at 5 p.m. Fashion show and dinner at 6 p.m. Where: Dream House Tea Room, Claymont Center, 15425 Clayton Rd., Ballwin Cost: $35 (wine sold by the glass for $3) Info and tickets: Call the Dream House Tea Room at (636) 227-7640
Saturday, October 23
Camp Mo-Val Benefit Dinner Party and Auction at St. John's UCC in Chesterfield (15370 Olive Blvd. 63017). Dinner will be served at 6 p.m. with delicious main dishes and sides served in several courses (including vegetarian/vegan options!). Dinner is $20; $10 for those aged 5-12. Tables seat 8 people. All funds raised will benefit the annual operating expense of Camp Mo-Val. Silent Auction will run from 5-7:30 p.m., wine tasting 5-7 p.m., dinner 6 -7 p.m., and oral auction starts at 7:30 p.m. For more information, or to reserve a table, contact Rev. Carleton and Marilyn Norton at carletonnorton@aol.com or 636-797-5643, mailing address 145 Cottonblossom, Hillsboro, MO 63050. Registration deadline is Oct. 15. Please make all checks payable to MMSUCC.Thursday, November. 4
Casa Gallardo benefit for Nurses for Newborns
For meals purchased with a special coupon at any of the St. Louis area Casa Gallardo restaurants, 25% of the total food sale will be donated to Nurses for Newborns. You can get the special coupon at www.nfnf.org under the "Events" tab.
A Special Need at Shannondale
Jeff Fulk, the minister and manager of Shannondale Community Center, a rural and outdoor ministry of our Missouri Mid-South Conference of the UCC, lives with his family in a Conference-owned house onsite. His wife Laurie has been ill on and off for a while, prompting a home inspection which showed very clearly that the house has a terrible mold problem. Their home urgently needs attention. Work estimates range near $4,000. If you wish to make a contribution, you can donate online at www.missourimidsouth.org, or send a check to the Missouri Mid-South Conference, 411 East Lockwood Ave., 63119, with "Shannondale House" in the memo line. |
Governing Body Leaders
Janet Rundquist, President
Mickey Clarke, Secretariat
Ken Ulmer, Financial Team Leader
Lil Lau, Facilities Team Leader
Paul Mack, People Team Leader
Patty Pelikan and Kelly Archer, Community Team Leaders
Lori Winter and Treasure Williams, Servant Team Leaders
Ruth Panhorst, Learning Team Leader
Roni Branding, Worship Team Leader
Erin Schroeder, Youth Representative |
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Program Book 2010
Now Online!
Our
Fall Programming Brochure including complete information about the
upcoming year is now online. Printed copies are available at church or upon request for mailing. |
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Friends in Prayer
Judy and Gary Walters
(as Judy enters Hospice Care)
2836 Raritan
St. Louis, MO 63119
Jean Dudding and family
7366 Whitehall Colonial Ct
St. Louis, MO 63119
Paul Wehling
17797 E. Dorado Dr.
Centennial, CO 80015
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Sunday Volunteers
LITURGISTS
Nancy Mack (8:30am)
Roni Branding(11:00am)
SHEPHERDS
Loretta Haggard and Colleen Gilmore
CRIB ROOM ASSISTANT
Linda Kolley
USHERS
Fran and Jerry LaMont Steve Bardelmeier Wynn Miller Karen Droege Stacey Morris
COFFEE HOUR HOST
Fran White Debbie Gregg MONEY COUNTERS
Bob Risk and Ray Mulligan
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SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER
BIRTHDAYS
10/2 Don Hubatka
10/2 Margie West
12/2 Liz White
10/4 Bob Karr
10/8 Bob Pahmeier
10/8 John Panhorst
10/9 Marty Holland
10/9 Alan Beckman
10/9 Frances Surmon
10/9 Asher Woodward
10/17 Karen Droege
10/17 Peggy Thater
10/17 Terri Brauer
10/17 David Bruns
10/19 Trudy Guinther
10/19 Carolyn Hattori
10/19 Lydia Smith
10/19 Casey Thater
10/21 Fran White
10/22 Christine Aldrich
10/25 Janet Rundquist
10/29 Vickie Miller
10/29 Cindy Bruns
10/20 Marie Bardelmeier
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October Special Offering
NEIGHBORS IN NEED
Neighbors in Need (NIN) is a special mission offering of the UCC that supports ministries of justice and compassion throughout the United States. One-third of NIN funds support the Council for American Indian Ministries. Two-thirds of the offering is used by the UCC's Justice and Witness Ministries to support a variety of justice initiatives, advocacy efforts and direct service projects.
To make a donation to NIN, use the envelopes provided in today's bulletin (also located on the table in the narthex) or note NIN in the memo of your check.
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Daily Devotionals
Want a daily centering thought? The United Church of Christ offers a great daily devotional via email subscription. |
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