The Month of October, Glory to Glory-25 Years of Ministry
The Glory to Glory Christian Church UCC is celebrating 25 years of ministry during the month of October! We invite you to come and celebrate with us as we give God the praise for bringing us this far. Our Theme is: "Rise Above It" and for 25 years we have walked with God in our journey of faith and ministry. For more information contact: Elder Jacquelyne Tyler, Social Justice minister for Glory to Glory Christian Church UCC at jtyler622@gmail.com or contact Glory to Glory Christian Church UCC at 314-932-2259, or visit our website: www.glorytogloryucc.org.
Click here to see all of the remaining events in October.
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Evening Book Study For Fall: On God's Side, by Jim Wallis
On God's Side:What Religion Forgets and Politics Hasn't Learned About Serving the Common Good examines the deepest problems this world faces.What we need is a commitment to an ancient idea whose time has urgently come,the common good.How do we work together,even with people we don't agree with? How do we treat each other.How we take care of not just ourselves,but also one another?Read the first three chapters in preparation for our first discussion.Next session to be determined by participants. Contact Kirkwood UCC for further info, 314-822-2240
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With the passage of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, which was signed into law by President Obama in March 2010, Congress enacted the most far-reaching changes in the history of health benefit plans. The health care landscape is ever changing, with many of the Act's provisions scheduled to take effect in 2014.
How does health care reform impact your UCC Health Plan coverage? To learn more about health care reform, including new legislation introduced in Congress to specifically address church health plans, we invite you to join us on Tuesday, October 15, at Noon (ET) for Navigating the Health Care Marketplace, a webinar hosted by PBUCC's Health Plan Team.
The webinar will be conducted using WebEx online conferencing technology. To participate, you will need:
- a computer with Internet access*, and
- a telephone (for the audio portion of the presentation).
Following a brief presentation, you will have an opportunity to have your questions answered by Health Plan staff using WebEx's online chat function.
CLICK HERE to register.
If you are unable to join us, a recording of the webinar will be available on the Pension Boards' website at http://bit.ly/PBRecordings.
* If you do not have Internet access, you may listen to the presentation by dialing one of the toll-free meeting numbers: 1.866.699.3239 or 1.877.668.4490. When prompted, enter the Meeting Number: 683 610 861, followed by the # sign.
NOTE: For your convenience, Navigating the Health Care Marketplace will also be offered at Noon (ET) on the following dates. Registration links are provided below. |
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October 16, Webinar-The New Church Usher: More Than a Greeter
More than greeting, seating and counting the money, your ushers are the front line for providing your congregation and guests a safe environment. In this webinar we will review legal principles and strategies for providing safety and security at your church. That will include discussion of our position on "concealed carry weapons" (CCW). Offered at 11 am and 3 pm Eastern time.
Register at: https://insuranceboard.ilinc.com
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October 16, Peace Tree Center Event, 7 pm - 9 pm
Peace Tree Spirituality Center, based at Zion UCC, 5710 N. Hwy. 67, Florissant, MO 63034 is hosting their next Building a Communion of Peace event. There will be personal conversations with our Inter-faith panel:
· Sha'ul Hirschmann (Ngakpa Chökyi Lodü) is the Senior Buddhist priest at the Blue Lotus Dharma Center.
· Jerri Livingston is a member of the Jewish faith and she attends Congregation Shaare Emeth.
· AJ Burkhardt is a member of the St. Louis area Baha'i Community.
· Our Muslim panelist had a scheduling conflict so we are trying to get another panelist from the Islamic faith.
We invite you to come early and enjoy the beautiful and peace-filled surroundings of the Peace Tree Spirituality Center at Zion UCC and maybe even walk the labyrinth. There is no cost but we will accept free will offerings. Bring your friends and/or pass the word around. The Peace Tree Spirituality Center which is located at Zion UCC Church in Florissant. The address is 5710 N. US Highway 67.If you need more information or any clarification send us an email at mypeaceripples@gmail.com or call Paul Coutinho at 314-255 8343.
Please click here for future agenda's at Peace Tree.
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October 16, Celebrating Diversity
Glory to Glory church is sponsoring a town hall meeting on diversity. Click here for the event flyer.
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October 17-19, Rummage Sale
Preview night on Thursday, Oct. 17 from 4:30-6:30 p.m., $3 admission; Friday from 3-7 p.m. and Saturday from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Household, furniture, boutique, clothing, linens, holiday decorations, books, toys, etc. Mount Tabor UCC, 6520 Arsenal St., St. Louis, 63139, 314-645-9025. Chili, hotdogs and dessert available for purchase.
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October 19, Joint Neighborhood Trivia Night, 6 pm
First Congregational Church of Webster Groves, UCC is hosting a trivia night. Cost: $20.00 - Tables of 8 for $160.00. A donation of canned food is requested also and can be left at the doors to the church. Doors Open at 6:00; Trivia stats at 7:00. It is BYOB; water and soft drinks will be provided. Contact Joint Neighborhood Ministry at: 314-771-3987 or
jnm49@sbcglobal.net. Click here for the
event flyer.
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October 19, Peace Tree Center Event, 9 am - Noon
Peace Tree Spirituality Center, based at Zion UCC, 5710 N. Hwy. 67, Florissant, MO 63034 is hosting a Forgiveness Seminar.
Click here for the event flyer.
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October 20, MOVAL SUNDAY!!!Camp MoVal is more than just collection of buildings and fun activities; it is an extension of our work, our mission and our ministry in the local church. It is Holy Ground where people have the opportunity and support to experience God in new ways, to grow in their faith, and to strengthen their commitment to sharing God's love with others. It is a springboard for future clergy; it is a place for faith development and nurture; it is a place where laborers in God's mission field first take root.
Camp MoVal Sunday is being celebrated this October all across the Missouri Mid-South Conference; (suggested date: October 20) and on that day we celebrate the programming and adventures that were shared during this summer camping season, and all year long. In the summer program alone, 500+ campers were taught to experience God in a new way; and many adult leaders were able to develop their faith as well. The camp season this past year focused on the theme, "All Things New;" leading our campers through Bible stories illustrating how God is continually doing new things in Creation. It was a great summer!
Worship and liturgical materials for Camp MoVal Sunday were mailed to each congregation in late August; they are also available on the Camp MoVal website, in last Wednesday's and tomorrow's eCourier, or by calling Jeremy Force, OMD at Camp MoVal,636.583.2730
Camp MoVal continues to grow and become even more focused on its mission in God's world. We are beginning a strategic planning process that will focus and refine the work of Camp MoVal, and lead it into the future on sound and defined footing.
This is a great time for Camp MoVal! Your prayers and encouragement are always welcome; as well as financial support. While Camp MoVal receives support from Our Church's Wider Mission, additional support is a necessary part of our program. Donations designated to Camp MoVal are always welcome; as is your faithful support of Our Church's Wider Mission. Thank you for keeping us in your prayers!
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October 20, St. Paul UCC 165th Anniversary, 10:15 amSt. Paul United Church of Christ, 3510 Giles Avenue, St. Louis, Missouri 63116, 314-772-4672 will celebrate 165 years of ministry on Sunday, October 20, 2013. Worship is at 10:15 a.m. and a fellowship reception will follow.
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ October 20, iWonder Worship, 5 pmJoin St. Johns EUCC for their Courage for the Journey worship, which promotes encouragement.
Click here for further info and future dates.
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October 21, Jeffco Clergy Meeting, 11:30 amThe next Jeffco Clergy meeting is scheduled for 10/21 at St. Martins in Dittmer. Please bring your own lunch.
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October 26, Rummage Sale, 8 am - 1 pm
Grace UCC Church, 8326 Mexico Road, St. Peters, MO. All Rummage Sale items are available for a free will offering with proceeds going to church missions. We have furniture, clothing, antiques, toys, household items, and many other treasures to be found. Bake sale items, and brats and hot dogs will also be available. The event is indoors and will happen rain or shine, and for all ages.
Come and support the community, there is something for everyone!
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October 26, Rummage Sale, 7 am - 2 pm
St. Johns EUCC in Mehlville is having a rummage sale, click here for the event flyer.
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October 27, Sausage Supper, Noon - 6 pm
Emmanuel United Church of Christ, 6210 Highway 94 South, Weldon Spring, MO 63304. Price Adults: $10.00 and children 6-12 $5.00, 5 and under free. Will be serving whole hog sausage and roast beef buffet style with takeouts available. There will also be a country store and quilt raffle.
For more information call: 314) 799-3101 or (314) 630-8001
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October 27, Chicken Dinner, Noon - 4 pm
St. Luke's in Imperial is having a chicken dinner. Click here for the event info.
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November 1-3, Neighborhood Houses Centennial Celebrations!
Please support and join Neighborhood Houses as they celebrate 100 years of new beginnings!
Friday, November 1, 2013
Centennial Forum: Raising Up: New Answers for Preparing Our Future Workforce. Moderator: Rev. Dr. David Greenhaw (Eden Seminary). Panelists: Dr. Susan Stepleton (Brown School of Social Work at Washington University), Mr. Rich Patton (Vision for Children at Risk), and Teresa Katubig, CEO, Extra Help Inc.
Time: 7:30 - 9:00 a.m.
Location: Wehrli Chapel in the Samuel D. Press Education Center at Eden Seminary
Free and open to the public
Saturday, November 2, 2013
Centennial Celebration Gala
Time: 6:00 - 11:00 p.m.
Location: The Four Seasons Hotel
Tickets start at $175 per person. Click here to buy tickets now!
Honorary Chairs and Presenting Sponsor: Ward and Carol Klein (members at First Congregational in Clayton)
Gala Chairs: Jim and Sheila Schnurbusch (Jim and Sheila are both long-time volunteers)
Sunday, November 3, 2013
Centennial Closing Worship Service
Time: 3:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Location: Wehrli Chapel in the Samuel D. Press Education Center at Eden Seminary
Open to everyone!
For questions about any of the Centennial Events, please contact Ellen Reed-Fox, Vice President of Development, at ereedfox@neighborhoodhouses.org or 314-383-1733, ext. 15.
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November 2, Harvest Fest, 6:30 pm
Ivy Chapel presents Harvest Fest. A vintage evening with wine, cheese, desserts, silent auction and more. Click here for a reservation form and event info.
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November 2, Coffee Klatch, 10 am
Join St. Johns Evangelical UCC for an old fashioned coffee klatch to celebrate their 175th anniversary. Click here for the event flyer.
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November 2, Rummage Sale, 8 am - 1 pm
Calvary United Church of Christ, 2501 Hartland Avenue, will hold its annual rummage sale on Saturday, November 2nd from 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Plan to come early in search of "treasures" that you cannot live without. For questions or directions, call 314-429-7464, M-Th from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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November 2, Wurstmarket Dinner, Noon - 7:30 pm
Immanuel UCC in Ferguson is hosting their 72nd annual dinner. Here's the event flyer.
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November 3-6, Squash Hunger Event, 9 am - 5 pm
The Society of St. Andrew needs 1,000 volunteers to help pick squash in Liberty, MO. All ages are welcome. Click here for further information.
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November 9, Taste of Home Cooking School, 9 am
Click here to see the event flyer containing all information about this great event. All proceeds benefit Emmaus Home.
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November 9, Fundraiser & Silent Auction, 6:30 pm
First Congregational Church, 6501 Wydown, St. Louis, MO 63105 is hosting a live auction fund raiser. Join them for a fun festive evening with square dancing, musicians and auction caller. Doors open at 6:30, $25.00 per person at the door.
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November 9-10, International Fair Trade Market
St. John United Church of Christ, 405 S Fifth Street, St. Charles, is holding their International Fair Trade Market on Saturday, November 9, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Sunday, November 10, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in New Fellowship Hall. Come view fairly traded, exotic, and engaging handcrafts created by artists in the developing world. Proceeds go directly back to the people in these countries where they help pay for food, education, housing, and health care. For more information, call the church office (636) 946-0961 or email friends@stjohnucc.org.
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November 13, St. Louis Association Ministerium, 6 pm
Join us on Wednesday, November 13 from 6-8:30pm for dinner, worship and program hosted by Deaconess Parish Nurse Ministries. Please RSVP today!
We will gather in the Commons at Eden Seminary.
Dinner will be at 6 pm. Worship 6:45 pm. Program at 7 pm.
Jeanette Mott Oxford, Executive Director of Missouri Association for Social Welfare, will be presenting the program - on Medicaid and the State of Missouri Health care needs.
Please RSVP for dinner to Donna Pupillo by November 8th - 314-918-2596 or dsmith-pupillo@eden.edu. Please let her know of any dietary needs (gluten free or vegan or vegetarian).
Spouses/partners are invited!
Deaconess Parish Nurse Ministries is the heart of parish nursing movement, acting locally and inspiring globally. We seek to foster physical, emotional, spiritual, and social harmony leading to healthy and healing relationships with God, family, faith communities, culture and creation. The mission is accomplished in two ways: in the United States and abroad, through education, consultation, and research to support the growth and development of parish nursing and in the St Louis area, through support of high quality parish nurse ministries.
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November 16, Open House, 3-6pm
Peace Tree Spirituality Center, based at Zion UCC, 5710 N. Hwy. 67, Florissant, MO 63034 will be having an Open House on November 16, 2013, from 3-6pm. Join them as members of the Baha'i, Buddhist, Islamic, and Jewish faiths perform a special blessing of the Peace Tree.
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November 17, Installation Service, 3 pm
The installation of Rev. Dr. Tommy Faris as pastor at Salem UCC in Higginsville. Flyer.
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November 22, Craft and Vendor Fair, 5:30 pm - 9 pm
Ivy Chapel UCC, 620 N. Woods Mill Road, Chesterfield, MO 63017. Click here for a registration form to save your table. Come join us to shop local vendors, handmade crafts, baked goods, one-of-a-kind jewelry and more! Finish up your Christmas shopping, hang out with friends and pick up some snacks to eat now or later! Call 314-434-4991 for more information visit our website at ivychapel.org. Registration forms to rent tables at the fair are also available on the website. Or contact Erin Winship at ewinship@marykay.com. Event flyer.
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January/February, 2014, West Coast Swing Dance Lessons, 7pm
First Congregational UCC,
6501 Wydown, St. Louis, MO 63105 will be hosting swing dance lessons on Tuesday's during January and February. Click here to see the flyer for further information.
