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This Sunday, October 10, 2010
Worship this Sunday
This Sunday's music will feature choral pieces by John Rutter, Henry Loosmoore and Raymond Haan. Charles will offer Organ pieces by J. S. Bach and Paul Manz
Pastor Tony will reflect on II Kings 5:1-15 and Luke 17:11-19 in his sermon, "Let Him Come, That He May Learn".
There will be no any Sunday School this week, but we will offer childcare for infants through children in grade 1.
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Next Sunday, October 17
Adult Forum: A Discussion on Ballot Questions 2 & 3
There will be two very important proposals on the November 2 state election ballot. A "No" vote Question 2 would keep in place the existing state law ("Chapter 40B") that allows developers to obtain a comprehensive permit to build housing in local communities provided the development includes sufficient low- or moderate- income housing. A "No" vote on Question 3 would maintain the the state sales and use tax at the current 6.25%, rather than reducing it to to 3%. Both of these ballot initiatives could have serious repercussions for our state and local services. We invite everyone to come to an educational forum discuss these ballot initiatives and their possible implications. No matter where you stand on these issues, let's explore them together. Please join us at 11:30 in the Eliot Church parlor.
Sr. Youth Retreat October 16 - 17
So, in Sunday School, we were sharing sacred places where we find God, and Amy M. and Margaret talked about Monhegan Island in Maine. The youth were so curious, that Amy and Margaret have arranged an overnight to that area of Maine. While details are still being worked out, the cost will be roughly $100 for all expenses. Look in your email for a note from Amy and Margaret very soon. For more information and questions, contact Amy at amymcm@rcn.com or Margaret at margaretjshue@yahoo.
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Calendar for the Week of
October 10 - 17, 2010
Monday-October 11
Columbus Day observed - Church Office closed
Tuesday-October 12
7:30 pm: Coordinating Council meeting in the Parlor
Wednesday-October 13
8:00 am: Men's Breakfast in the Parlor
7:15 pm: Women's Spirituality Group meeting in the Parlor
Thursday-October 14
8:30 am: Confirmation Support Group meeting in the Parlor
7:15 pm: Chancel Choir Rehearsal in the Chapel
Sunday-October 17
9:00 am: Chancel Choir Rehearsal in the Sanctuary
9:30 am: Children's Choir Rehearsal in the Parlor
10:00 am: Worship for all
10:20 am: Children dismissed for Sunday School
11:30 am: Adult Forum on Ballot Questions 2 & 3 in the Parlor
11:30 am: Music Commission meeting in Fellowship Hall
View the Calendar for the whole month
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Fall, 2010 Roster of Members & Friends
The Fall, 2010 issue of the Roster of Eliot Members and Friends is now available.
If you picked one up last weekend, please be sure to pick up a corrected paged 3-4!!! it is available on the Greeters' Table in the hallway and is printed on gold paper. |
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Women's Spirituality Group Wednesday, October 13, 7:15 pm
All Eliot women and friends are invited to participate in the Women's Spirituality group. We will be meeting on the second Wednesday of each month, beginnning with meditation at 7:15, and spirit and sharing at 7:30 pm, in the parlor. THIS IS NOT A CLOSED GROUP! We want for everyone to draw from the support and soul of this meeting, whenever you can. For more information, please contact Karla @revkarla@gmail.com
On OCTOBER 13, please bring a symbol of how you have been experiencing God's presence in your life over the summer and into the fall. |
GBIO Meeting with Gubernatorial Candidates. Sunday, October 17
The Greater Boston Interfaith Organization will be holding a meeting with the Massachusetts gubernatorial candidates on Sunday evening, October 17 6:00 - 8:00 pm at Temple Israel (477 Longwood Avenue, Boston) to press them to be accountable to the concerns of the people of the GBIO communities. This is not your typical debate. The candidates will be asked to respond to very specific issues. All are invited.
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This small group ministry will be starting up again in October. Join Pastors Tony & Karla and other Eliot folks for a few weekly gatherings for prayer and conversation about what matters most in our lives. We hope to find a time that works best for those interested in participating and meet for 4 to 6 sessions in October and November. For more info and let us know of your interest, contact Pastor Tony or contact Pastor Karla. [back to top] |
Eliot Fall Fair - October 23
9:30 am - 3:00 pm
We need you to help make this annual event both fun and profitable! Items for the Flea Market may be brought to Fellowship Hall backstage beginning Friday, October 1. No clothes, computers or large pieces of furniture, please. Books and Media may be brought to Sanctuary Narthex (the space inside the front entrance from Centre Street). Pie Baking will be taking place in the Eliot kitchen on Saturday morning, September 25, at 8:30 under the able direction of Josephine McNeil. This year we'll be making both plum and apple pies. So, get out your rolling pin and join the fun! Homemade goodies are always good sellers and the more we have the better. This includes not only baked goods, but anything homemade such as jams, beans, pickles, etc. Cafe Thanks very much to all those who signed up to donate items for the cafe. The only item still needed is hot dog rolls, so if you can provide those please sign up at Fair table during coffee hour. Also, we really need folks to work in the cafe on Fair Day. Please sign up during coffee hour or contact Susan Nason or 617-965-1811. HELP is needed especially with sorting and pricing Flea Market items during the week before the Fair, set up on Friday, October 23, staffing all activities on the day of the fair, and clean-up at the end of the day. Even if you're going to be out of town on Fair Day, there are many ways that you can help ahead of time!! Questions or suggestions? Contact Liz Thurston or
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Adult Forum: Zambia Update, October 24
After the service on Sunday October 24th, Mission and Social Justice will sponsor a discussion about the group Eliot supports in Zambia, the New Chipego Women of Hope. Richard Bail, founder and president of Communities without Borders, will profile the work of CWB and the Chipego Women to help feed and educate the children in the Linda Compound of Lusaka. See video and slides as well as tie-dye cloths and bags from the most recent trip. Patrick O'Reilly was part of the travel group and will share his "miss-adventures." All adults and children are welcome. For more information contact Patrick at patevan@aol.com . You can also visit the CWB website at: http://www.communitieswithoutborders.org/ [back to top] |
Larry Schafer has regathered the Men's Breakfast Group. If you are interested in sharing bagels, coffee and stimulating conversation, contact Larry at 617-965-9888 or l.a.schafer@rcn.com. [back to top] |
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