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eHappenings! Your MMSUCC event news source!

  

The next issue will be sent on Thursday, August 15, 2013
(Issues will be emailed on the 15th and 30th of each month - or the nearest weekday.)

  

 Full issues of eHappenings will also be posted here on the Conference website. 

  

Please send all news, photos and event information for the eCourier and eHappenings to renee@mmsucc.org    

 

A Fun Night at the Ballpark for St. Mark UCC, Arnold

 

On June 18th a group from St. Mark attended a St. Louis Cards game only to see them defeated  by those pesky Chicago Cubs, but a great time was had by all.  And check out their creative t-shirts!!!  Not only are they red in support of our Cardinals, but they have our UCC logo and the name of their church.  Way to show your UCC and local church pride, St. Marks!!!   

 

If your church held a special event or gathered for a special occasion, your Conference office would  love to hear about it and share your story. Please send your pictures and a description of the event to mms@mmsucc.org.  Your event will be shared in upcoming editions of eHappenings. 

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August 3, the 49th Annual Women's Fellowship, 3-8pm


Sponsored Chicken Supper - St. Martin's UCC, 7890 Dittmer Ridge Rd, Dittmer, MO. Dinners will be served from 3-8 pm and will include Fried Chicken or Beef, Green Beans or Corn, German Potato Salad,  Coleslaw, Tomatoes, Dessert & Drink. Adult tickets are $10.00, children (4-11) $4.00. Carry Outs are available. A/C Dining Room Seating and outside seating available. Handicap Accessible. Quilt Raffle and Bazaar . Any questions, please call the church office at 636-285-4797 or 636-274-7078 or geristmc@hughes.net.

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August 4, Service of Farewell for Betty Thaller, 3 pm 

 

Salem UCC of Higginsville, MO invites you to attend a Service of Farewell and Ending of Pastor Betty Thaller's ministry.  Please join us to celebrate Betty and her ministry at Salem UCC, 1500 North Main St, on Sunday, August 4 at 3 pm.  The service will include "Recognition of the End of an Authorized Ministry" by the Western Association of the Missouri Mid-South Conference.   

There will be a reception following the service in the Fellowship Hall.  Please feel free to share your stories of Betty through the years!
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August 4, 
A Summer Musical Event, 1:30 pm

 

Enjoy great music at Zion UCC, 5710 N. Highway 67, Florissant, MO 63034.  The Jazz DeLites/Classic DeLites began at Zion United Church of Christ as a Wind Ensemble, performing selected music for church services. As the group started to grow, so did their interest in other types of music and performance. They love doing the "oldies but goodies." They have performed at Zion UCC Coffee House, St. Andrew UMC Coffee House, Sher-brooke Village and church events. The leader of the Jazz DeLites is Jan Evans and the emcee is Sharon Carter. 

 

Those Three Guys have all been long time members of Church of the Master UCC. They began playing country music occasionally at church social activities, and about three years ago began to play mostly for their own pleasure. This led to more church performances, a turn to "Bluegrass Gospel" and performances at senior living and skilled nursing facilities throughout the area. The leader of the band is Tom Kaemming, who sings lead while playing the mandolin or banjo. He also arranges the music for Those Three Guys. Mike Hacenchen sings tenor, plays the guitar and establishes the rhythm for Those Three Guys' music. The bass player is Walt Williams, who also sings bass. He is the contact person for the band and sets up the performance dates.Call 314-741-1590 for more information or visit www.zionucc1.org
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August 9, Annual Church Picnic, 5 pm 

 

Bethany United Church of Christ, Hwy. Z - South of Berger, MO

Grilled Burgers, Fish Sandwiches, Hotdogs, Cold Drinks, Home Baked Pies and Homemade Ice Cream. 
Fancy Work, Crafts, Garden Produce and Bake Sale in the Gazebo.  Cake Walk and Children's Games.  Music all evening! Everyone welcome!   

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August 11th, Backpack Blessing    

  

St. Martin's UCC, 7890 Dittmer Ridge Rd, Dittmer, MO. This year we celebrate our 3rd Backpack Blessing and invite all area students and teachers to join us for this special service were we will celebrate the new school year and pray for guidance throughout the year. We hope to have you all join us! Any questions, please call the church office at 636-285-4797 or 636-274-7078 or geristmc@hughes.net

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August 11, 2nd Annual BBQ and Family Fun Day, Noon-6 pm  

 

We will be serving: Pork Steaks and 1/4 Chicken
Sides - Bake Beans, Cole Slaw, and Grilled Corn on the Cob
Plate $9 includes 1 meat, 2 sides, drink and ice cream.
Hot Dogs $2

50/50 Drawing - $1 ticket or 6 for $5
Winner will be drawn at 6pm

Call the church for tickets:  636-828-5980 

We also will have a beer tent, music, and a Bounce House!

Location: 3560 Mill Street, New Melle 63365 (google map) (yahoo map)

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 August 18, BBQ, 11am -4 pm


Calvary United Church of Christ, 2501 Hartland Ave, is hosting a BBQ on Sunday, August 18 from 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.  Cost is $9.00 for adults, $5.00 for children 6-12, children 5 and under eat free. Price includes choice of meat, pork, pork steak, or chicken, German potato salad, baked beans, bread, dessert, and drink. For questions or directions call 429-7464 M-Th 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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August 18, Ice Cream Social, 4-7 pm

Join Friedens UCC, 313 E. Main St, Warrenton for fun, food and fellowship.  Homemade ice cream with lots of toppings, $1 per scoop.  Homemade chicken salad sandwiches with all the trimmings, $7. 
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August 23 - 24th, MEGA SALE 7 am - 2 pm each day.   

 

Sponsored by St Martin's UCC, Dittmer. The event will be held at Arrowhead Sales Facility (next to Windy Hill Supply) 8343 Hwy B, Dittmer. This will be a HUGE sale with lots of variety. Proceeds will benefit St Martin's UCC.

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August 31, Camp MoVal Golf Tournament, 1:30 pm 

 

1:30 Shotgun Start - The Landings at Spirit Golf Course 

180 North Eatherton, Chesterfield, MO 63005 

 

Don't play golf? That's okay! Come for dinner and other fun activities!  Golf and dinner - $100   Dinner - $20  Golf Ball Drop & Raffle   

 

Please help publicize this special event! Donated items are also needed for raffle baskets! Thank you for your support!   For more information contact Adam Rustige 314-699-8948  rssl2000@hotmail.com 

 

Any golfers from the Western and Eastern Assoc. can stay at MoVal for free on Saturday night, please contact Jeremy Force. 

 

For a registration form please click here. 

 

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September 8, Third Annual 9/11 Interfaith Commemoration in Music:  An Appreciate of Religious Diversity, 5:30 pm

Interfaith Partnership is an integral part of Arts & Faith St. Louis, a working group pursuing collaboration between faith and the arts.  The third annual September 11th Memorial in Music will be held at 5:30 - 6:30 pm on Sunday, September 8th, at The Sheldon Concert Hall.  This is a FREE event. Click here to make a donation to support this fabulous program. For more information please contact Arlene Baer at arlene@artsfaithstl.org or 314-484-1115.  Visit  www.artsfaithstl.org.  

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October 13, Metro St. Louis CROP Hunger Walk, 12:30 pm 

 

SAVE THE DATE: The 2013 CROP Hunger Walk will be held on Sunday, October 13 at Eden Seminary, 475 E. Lockwood Ave., Webster Groves  63119.  Registration begins at 12:30 p. m.  A brief program and the "step-off" will be at 1:30.  Unlike the past several years, there is only one CROP Walk this year in the St. Louis area; and all walkers will begin at the same time, in order to represent our solidarity with one another as well as with the hungry of our community and the world.  On Sunday, September 15, 1:30 to 3:30 p. m., there is a Pick-Up-Materials Rally at Eden Seminary.  Sponsor envelopes, bulletin inserts, posters, etc. will be available at that time.  Questions?  Contact Clint McCann at cmccann@eden.edu or 314-395-5826, or Kari Davidson at 314-252-3298.

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