St. Johns Evangelical UCC is having a fish dinner with fried jack salmon, fried/baked cod, shrimp, frog legs, cheese pizza and several sides. Adult meals are $9, Children 12 and under meals are $5. Dine in or carry out. 314-892-0848. Event flyer.
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March 30, Issues of Life and Death, 10:45 - 11:45 am
The Adult Education series in January, 2014 addressed Issues of Life and Death from the perspective of faith and community, but the first session was missed when KUCC worship was cancelled on January 5 due to extreme weather conditions. On March 30 we have re-scheduled that first speaker, Dr. John Buettner, Medical Director of Clinical Ethics at St. Luke's Hospital, who will address with us healthcare "hard choices" and difficult end-of-life decisions. 10:45 - 11:45 am. Kirkwood United Church of Christ, 1603 Dougherty Ferry Rd., 63122. 314-822-2240.
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April 2, 9 &16, Lenten Services, 1:30 pm*
Immanuel UCC of Ferguson will have a 1:30 pm Lenten Service each Wednesday during Lent in our Chapel, at 221 Church Street in Ferguson. All are welcome to join us as we begin our journey to the cross. We are handicapped accessible.
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April 2 & 9, Lenten Series, 6 pm*
Encounter scripture in new and refreshing ways with a curriculum designed to reinvigorate and deepen your understanding of the Bible. Enlightening videos and fascinating conversation led by the pastoral staff of Peace UCC, First Congregational of WG UCC, and Sts. Clare and Francis Ecumenical Catholic Community. Held at First Congo in Webster Groves with a simple supper at 6pm.
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April 5, Breakfast with the Easter Bunny, 9am - 11am
Calvary United Church of Christ, 2501 Hartland Avenue, will hold its annual Breakfast with the Easter Bunny on Saturday, April 5th from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. The $3.00 per person cost includes breakfast, crafts, and an Easter egg hunt on the church grounds. With questions or to register call 314-429-7464.
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April 5, Rummage Sale, 8 am - 1 pm
Eden UCC Rummage Sale, 8920 Eden Ave., Affton, MO 63123.
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April 5, Rummage Sale, 8 am - 2 pm
St. Lucas United Church of Christ located at 11735 Denny Rd. in Sunset Hills will have lots of organized, second-hand items for sale in the social hall from 8am - 2pm. (7am-8am early bird - $5.00 at door) 314-843-2100; www.stlucasucc.org Event flyer.
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April 5, 6, 12 & 13, Passion Play*
Come see the New Melle Community Passion Play at the New Melle Sports and Recreation. Admission is free, seating on a first-come/first seated basis. For groups or more information call 636-634-1150 or email nmpassion@gmail.com. Please see event flyer for play start times.
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April 5, Western Association Spring Meeting
To be held at St. John UCC in Florence. More info to come, save the date!
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April 5, Rummage Sale, 8 am - Noon
The youth of Ivy Chapel UCC are organizing the annual Ivy Chapel Rummage Sale, Sat. April 5 from 8 a.m. to noon.
If you have things to donate, please bring them to church AFTER worship on Sunday, March 30 and put them in the cloakroom. Proceeds will be used to help the youth with the expenses of their summer mission trips, as well as supporting the child we adopt through World Vision, and other youth projects. Help our youth help others! Event flyer.
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April 10, 11 & 12, Rummage Sale*
St. Peter's UCC. Washington. Thursday, April 10th 4-7 pm. Friday April 11th 8am - 6 pm. Saturday, April 12th 8am - Noon. Parking in Rear
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April 13, Inner Jazz Concert, 5 pm
A blending of jazz improvisation, storytelling, the arts, and meditation. An imaginative space to explore the inner landscape of the soul. An invitation to celebrate the unity of our global village. An hour's respite from the fast pace of life. Inner Jazz is a monthly soulful inner journey led by Rev. Cliff Aerie, director of MICA (Ministry of Imagination, Creativity and the Arts)and Rev. Betsy Happel, pastor of Kirkwood United Church of Christ. Event is free at Kirkwood UCC.
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April 12, Annual Quilt Show, 9:30 am Please bring your vintage and/or your favorite quilts to show and also your favorite food to share for lunch (appetizers, snacks, fruits or desserts). 9:30 AM - Registration (Coffee & Cookies).
10:30 AM - Guest Speakers (Pat Cookson & Joyce Stewart) Noon - Lunch. Afterwards viewing of Quilts. St. John's, Bem UCC,1944 Bem Church Road, Owensville, MO 65066.
Phone 573-437-3698.
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April 17 & 18, Maundy Thursday & Good Friday Services, 10:15 am
St. Paul UCC, 3510 Giles Avenue will have a morning service at 10:15 a.m. on Maundy Thursday, April 17 and on Good Friday, April 18. These services are geared for those who prefer not to drive or travel at night, but still want to worship and participate in service.
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April 17, A Labyrinth of Faith, 7 pm
As Jesus journeys to the cross, we too are on a Lenten journey. Symbolic of our own faith walk, a labyrinth is not like a maze; it has only one path in and one path out - there are no dead ends or false paths. This imagery will guide our Maundy Thursday prayer path and unique worship experience as we incorporate healing prayer, Holy Communion, symbolic washing of hands/feet, the releasing of hurts and betrayals, and the hope of new life. Join us for this new and spiritually centering worship experience! St. John UCC, 405 S Fifth Street, St. Charles, 636-946-0961, www.stjohnucc.org.
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Immanuel UCC of Ferguson will have a Good Friday Service in our Sanctuary. All are welcome to join us. We are handicapped accessible.
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April 18, Good Friday Cantata, 7 pm
Join Immanuel UCC in Ferguson for our Easter Contata. "Colors of Grace" by Joseph Martin performed by out Sanctuary Choir directed by Carolyn Rock, Minister of Music. We will have childcare and children's activities in our education building for this service. All are welcome to join us. We are handicapped accessible.
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April 18, Good Friday Cantata-The Weeping Tree, 7pmSt. John UCC, 405 S Fifth Street, St. Charles, Music Ministry presents The Weeping Tree, a Good Friday Cantata with Chancel Choir, soloists, and orchestra, April 18, at 7:00 p.m. in the sanctuary. Outside a city wall stands the weeping tree... in her crooked and twisted arms she cradled Jesus, the Hope of the world. She who was cut and fashioned by hatred and violence became a tree of life for the world. Her arms are outstretched still.
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April 19, Exhortations Leadership Conference 9am - 6pm.
Theme: "Moving from Me to We"
Saturday, April 19, 2014
9:00am-6:00pm
Location: Eden Theological Seminary
Registration is: $75.00
This conference is for all who are leaders or aspire to be leaders in the church and the community. Glory to Glory invites you to share in this exceptional opportunity to learn from of St. Louis' great teachers and preachers. Hosted by Bishop Wyatt Greenlee, Jr.
Visit www.glorytogloryucc.org for more info and to register.
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April 19, Easter Egg Hunt, 11 am
Zion United Church of Christ (5710 N. Hwy 67 - 2 blocks west of Jamestown Mall) invites all children in the community to participate in their annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 19, 2014 beginning promptly at 11:00am. Please call (314) 741-1590 with questions or visit
www.zionucc1.org for more information about this free event. Come and join the fun! Please bring a basket for your eggs. Sponsored by Zion Youth. Event flyer
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If you are planning to attend Eden Seminary's Convocation, be sure to stop by your MMS Conference office on Tuesday, April 22 and visit us during our Open House! Our office is conveniently located on the campus of Eden Seminary - lower level of Schultz Hall, 483 E. Lockwood Avenue, Suite 15.
We'll have snacks, soft drinks and plenty of smiles to greet you upon your arrival. It's been 3 years since we moved from the "white house" to our new and ever-so-lovely digs in Schultz Hall, so it's the perfect time to take a quick tour if you've never visited us before. We hope to see many familiar faces and also meet some new friends, too. Several members of our Conference staff - Allen, Jan, Renee, Lorraine and Colleen - will all be here to greet you. So join us for a glass of punch and allow us the opportunity to tell you how much YOU are appreciated as a member of our Missouri Mid-South Conference!!!
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April 22-23, Eden Theological Seminary's Spring Convocation
For more information: www.eden.edu/convocation.aspx or call 314.918.2565. To go directly to registration: registration.eden.edu.
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April 26, Trivia Night & Chili Supper, 6 pmSt. Peter's Evangelical U.C.C., Stein & West Florissant. $20 a Player - 10 Players to a Team.
(Includes chili dinner, soda and snacks during the game). A silent auction will also be held. Call Amy at (314) 275-8039 for information and to make reservations. All proceeds go to St. John's Community Services Ministry. Event flyer and registration.
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April 26, Trivia Night, 7 pm
Brentwood Congregational UCC. Teams of 8 @ $10 per person. Popcorn and pretzels provided.
Bring other snacks and non-alcoholic beverages if you wish. Call 314-962-9966 for reservations.
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April 26, Wurstmarkt - Sausage Supper, 4 pm - 8 pm
Christ Church, UCC, 2200 Bellevue Ave., Maplewood, MO 63143
The meal includes German sausage from a 100 year old recipe, mashed potatoes, sauerkraut, green beams, applesauce and dessert - all you can eat. The cost is $10 for adults and $5 for children. Children 4 years and younger are free. Come enjoy some friendly people!
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April 27, Eastern Association Spring Meeting, 2 - 5 pm
To be held at St. John UCC, St. Charles. More info to come, save the date!
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April 29, "Chasing Ice" Film/Discussion, 7 - 9:15 pmThis Free Event is Sponsored by Missouri Interfaith Power and Light www.moipl.org & St. John's UCC www.stjohnsuccchesterfield.org. St. John's United Church of Christ, 15370 Olive Blvd. Chesterfield, MO 63017, 636-532-0540
We will be showing the award winning documentary "Chasing Ice" followed by a discussion led by climate reality leaders, Ken Denson and Larry Lazar. The movie will be shown in the Fellowship Hall. Doors open at 6:45. Come enjoy the movie night, a lively discussion, and popcorn and cider!
Check out Chasing Ice Info via this link: http://www.chasingice.com
Address any questions to the following email's: missouriipl@gmail.com or stjohnsucconolive@gmail.com. Event flyer.
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May 1, St. Louis Association Spring Meeting
Will be held at St. Johns UCC, Manchester. More info to come, save the date!
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May 3, Neighborhood Houses 4th Annual Trivia Night, 6 pmRound up your smartest friends and join us for a night of fun to support Neighborhood Houses! Raffles, door prizes, games, prizes for the top 3 teams, and more! Time: Doors open at 6 p.m. Trivia starts at 7 p.m. Location: Sunset Hills Community Center, 3915 S. Lindbergh Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63127. VIP Table of 10 - $300; Table of 10 - $250; Sponsor a Round - $150
To Register:
· Online: https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07e8xof6oz68894883&oseq=&c=&ch=
· By Mail: Fill out registration flyer and send credit card information or check made payable to Neighborhood Houses to 5621 Delmar Blvd., Suite 104 | St. Louis, MO 63112.
· By phone: Call Kathy McCadden at 314.383.1733 ext. 17.
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May 18, Friends of Emmaus Festival and Quilt Auction, Noon - 5 pm
