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March 16, Lenten Soup Supper, 6:30pm
On Wednesday, March 16th, Eden United Church of Christ, 8920 Eden Ave., Affton, 63119- will be hosting a Lenten Soup Supper. The soup supper will be followed by a devotion and study time. Our study text, The God We Can Know by Rob Fuquay, focuses on the "I Am" statements of Jesus in the Gospel of John. The public is invited. 314-631-8930 for more information.
March 18, Fish Fry, 5pm-7:30pm
Ebenezer United Church of Christ, 5543 Walnut St., Augusta, MO 63332 will be holding a Fish Fry. Adults - $11, Children under 12 are free. Enjoy Carry-Out or Eat-In Catfish, Codfish, Hush Puppies, Coleslaw, Baked Beans & Spaghetti (both meatless), Bread & Dessert. Call for information - 636-482-4894. Event FLYER
March 20, Sunday Morning Adult Education Class 10:45am-11:45am
"Our Mental Health, Our Faith" - Kirkwood United Church of Christ, 1603 Dougherty Ferry Rd. 63122. According to the Interfaith Network on Mental Illness, "one in four people in your congregation are affected by mental illness...there are many people who are living with a mental illness/brain disorder who are looking for a faith community that offers an inclusive welcome and provides spiritual support." Our Adult Education presentation will focus on the following themes:
-What wellness and resiliency look like in mental and emotional health
-How mental and emotional struggles impact families and relationships
-Signs of mental and emotional struggles
-Research about the correlation between an active faith life and resilience and recovery
Our guest speakers will be Terri Morr-Jones & Rev. Dale Kuhn from Care and Counseling, Inc. Terri Morr-Jones holds an MA in Marriage and Family Therapy from Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis, Indiana and a BS in Environmental design from Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana. Rev. Kuhn is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, & Ordained Minister of the Lutheran church Missouri Synod. For information call 314-822-2240. Event FLYER
March 19 & 20, New Melle Community Passion Play
The players of the New Melle Community Passion Play will present the story of the last days in the life of Christ. Shows are Saturday, March 19 at 7pm and Sunday March 20 at 2pm and 4:30pm.
What began as a legacy of love by Mariam & Gene Steward has now, over a quarter of a centry later, become an annual labor of love by many who are involved in the production as well as those who return every year to watch the portrayal. The volunteer actors, singers and people behind the scenes bring new twist and talents each year, adding new life to the production.
The New Melle Community Passion Play will lbe presented in the New Melle Sports & Recreation Center's main building at 4700 Highway Z in New Melle. Please join us for one of these performances. It is a great family Easter event. Admission is a free will donation only. For additional information and large group reservations call Donna Curdt at 636-791-3497.
Check us out on Facebook at "New Melle Community Passion Play." Event FLYER
Directions to New Melle Sports & Recreation Center DIRECTIONS
March 24 & March 25, Maundy Thursday & Good Friday Services
Looking for a morning service on Maundy Thursday and Good Friday? Perhaps you work in the evening, or are not able to or comfortable driving at night? St. Paul United Church of Christ, 3510 Giles Avenue, St. Louis, 63116, in the Tower Grove South neighborhood will have services at 10:15am on March 24, Maundy Thursday, and 10:15am on March 25, Good Friday. All are welcome! Call the church for more information: 314-772-4772.
March 24 - 26, Clothing Sale
Spring and Summer clothing is needed for the Shannondale Clothing Sale. If anyone would like to donate NEW and good CLEAN items, please drop off at the conference office by Monday, March 14th.
March 24, 25, & 27, Easter Events
St. Luke's United Church of Christ, Independence, is presenting a "Living Last Supper; on Maundy Thursday, March 24, at 7pm. The Sacrament of Holy Communion will be served. All are welcome. On March 25th at 7pm, St. Luke's UCC will also hold a Good Friday Service. All are welcome. On Easter Sunday, St. Luke's will have the following services/activities: Sunrise Service at 9am, Easter Breakfast served by the Youth Group at 9:30am, Easter Egg Hunt for the children at 10:15am, and Easter Worship at 10:45am. All are welcome to attend. Communion will be served at worship.
March 25, Good Friday Cantata, 7pm
St. John United Church of Christ, 405 S Fifth St., St. Charles, Music Ministry presents "The Weeping Tree": by Joseph Martin. Please joins us www.stjohnucc.org, 636-946-09061.
March 26, Easter Egg Hunt, 10am
Samuel United Church of Christ will be hosting it's Annual Easter Egg Hunt on the church grounds at 320 N Forsyth in Clayton. Children of all ages are welcome to join us for a morning of storytelling, snacks, the egg hunt, an egg drop, crafts and a maze! This fun event is free and open to everyone. Please join us!
March 26, Easter Egg Hunt, 11am
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, March 26, 2016 beginning promptly at 11am. Please call 314-741-1590 with questions or visit www.zionuccstl.org for more information about this free event. Come and join the fun-and please bring a basket for your eggs! Sponsored by Zion Youth.
March 29 & 30, Spring Convocation
Join us here at Eden Theological Seminary, 483 E. Lockwood Ave., St. Louis, Mo 63119 for our Annual Spring Convocation. We will focus on empowering the ministry of pastors and communities in responding to the challenge of racial justice in the church and its mission. Both clergy and laypeople are invited to Spring Convocation to listen and interact with outstanding biblical and theological scholars. Event FLYER
April 2, Sausage Supper (Wurstmarkt) 4:00-6:30pm
St. Paul United Church of Christ, 3510 Giles Ave. (at Potomac) presents its annual Sausage Supper - Carry-outs available! Adults $11, Children 5-11 $4, Children under 5 are free. For more information, call 314-772-4772. Event FLYER
April 2, Taste of Home Cooking School, 9am-3pm
Join us at The Scheidegger Center, 2300 W. Clay St., St. Charles, MO 63301 for our first ever Spring Taste of Home Cooking School in St. Charles! Shop from our vendor fair featuring local vendors including food, flowers, jewelry, health & fitness, clothing and more! Learn 10 NEW spring recipes taught by Taste of Home Culinary Specialist Karen Davis while enjoying a day out with friends. Every attendee receives a gift bag full of giveaways, magazines and gifts! General Admission tickets starting at just $20-VIP and Super VIP upgrades available that include premium seating, catered lunch and the newest Taste of Home Cookbook. Buy your tickets today. For group ticket pricing (20+ tickets), contact Chris at 636-534-5218 or adamsc@emmaushomes.org.
April 3, 10, 17, & 24, Sunday Morning Adult Education Classes 10:45am-11:45am
"Greening the Bible: The Bible & Ecology" - Kirkwood United Church of Christ, 1603 Dougherty Ferry Rd. 63122, will be holding these classes during the month of April. This course is designed to illustrate the variety of Biblical texts that are capable of addressing the current ecological crisis. To be sure, the Bible offers no easy answers to the complex issues and troubling realities confronting us. But as Ellen Davis points out, "What the Bible can offer us are 'vision and principle' from the past" that may begin to equip us to think and act differently. Topics to be covered include:
-April 3 - Introduction: The Ecological Crisis & Faith-based Resources
-April 10 - Texts & Topics from the Prophets (Israel's Agrarian Prophets)
-April 17 & 24 - Texts & Topics from The Writings and the New Testament
We will be lead in this study by Rev. Dr. Clint McCann, Evangelical Professor of Biblical Interpretation at Eden Theological Seminary. Call 314-822-2240 for more information.
April 4, Installation Service of the Rev. Jimmy Watson
The St. Louis Association of the Missouri Mid-South Conference of the United Church of Christ and Immanuel (Ferguson) United Church of Christ invite you to a worship service to install
the Rev. Dr. Jimmy Watson on Sunday, April 4 at 3pm at Immanuel (Ferguson) UCC, 126 Church St, St. Louis, MO 63135.
A reception in Fellowship Hall will follow the service. Clergy are invited to join the processional. Please RSVP to the church office by calling 314-521-7324 or email lzappe@immanuelucc.org.
April 6, Child Advocacy Day
Get on the Bus with Deaconess for this very important day!
In the spirit of our faith heritage, we seek to make child well-being a civic priority and give priority attention to the most vulnerable of our children. Get on the Bus with Deaconess to Child Advocacy Day in Jefferson City! Ride with us to raise your voice on behalf of children. Individuals and groups welcome. For more information, contact Alex Stallings, Director of Advocacy and Communications, Deaconess Foundation at alexs@deaconess.org. Transportation, meals, snacks and materials provided free of charge.
April 7, The Festival of Young (Women) Preachers
You are invited to join the Alliance of Baptists at Eden Theological Seminary for this event!
The event is inspired by the work of the Academy of Preachers (AoP), which has existed since 2009 "to identify, network, support, and inspire young people in their call to Gospel preaching." Young preachers are asked to invite a mentor who will help them prepare for the event, and will also receive feedback from a preaching coach following the afternoon preaching sessions.
Note: Others who will be in St. Louis for the Alliance's Annual Gathering and who would like to show their support for these young preachers and their mentors are welcome to attend the Festival as well. Please choose the "Guest" option on the registration form.
April 7, 8 & 9, Annual Spring Rummage Sale
St. Peter's United Church of Christ, 20 E. Fifth St., Washington, MO will hold this sale on Thursday, April 7 from 4pm - 7pm, Friday, April 8, 8am - 6pm and Saturday, April 9, 8am until noon. Parking lot behind church.
April 9, Trivia Night, 6pm
Come join the fun at St. Johns Evangelical UCC, 11333 St. Johns Church Rd. in Mehlville, for Trivia! Doors opening at 6pm - questions starting at 7pm. $20 per person / 8 per table. Featuring 50/50 Heads and Tails, free soda, pretzels and popcorn, BYO food and drinks (alcohol is allowed). Proceeds support Youth Programs at St. Johns. Please make your reservations by April 4th, to Pastor Debby at: Debby@stjucc.org or 314-892-0848. Click HERE for flyer
April 9, Bike Blessing, 11am-1pm
St. Paul United Church of Christ, 903 Meier Rd, Old Monroe, MO, will hold a Bike Blessing. Food and refreshment available. There is an alternate date of April 16 in case of rain. This is an alcohol and drug free event. Event FLYER
April 9, Trivia & Chili Supper, 6pm
St. Peter's United Church of Christ, 1425 Stein Rd., Ferguson, MO 63135 will host this event. All proceeds go to St. John's Community Service Ministry, Inc. Trivia starts at 7pm. Cost is $25 per player which includes your chili dinner, soda, and snacks during the game. No alcohol is allowed at this location. Please contact Amy Yakel, 314-725-8039 for more information.
April 10, Installation Service of the Rev. Jacob DeNap
The St. Louis Association of the Missouri Mid-South Conference of the United Church of Christ
and First Congregational United Church of Christ invite you to a worship service to install the Rev. Jacob (Jake) DeNap on Sunday, April 10 at 3pm at First Congregational UCC, 6501 Wydown
St. Louis, MO 63105.
April 11, "Witnessing Whiteness" Discussion Group, 6:30pm-8:30pm
Kirkwood United Church of Christ will be hosting a 10-session discussion group centering around the book, Witnessing Whiteness: The Need to Talk About Race and How to Do It, by Shelly Tochluk (2nd edition) beginning Monday, April 11th. "Witnessing Whiteness" groups are designed for people who identify as white. They work to seed and grow communities of white people who can turn to one another to ask questions about race and racism, reflect on their growing up, and learn how to respectfully interrupt acts of prejudice with empathy and compassion. So much of the dismantling racism work ahead requires engaging the very large number of white people who are essential if we are to move forward as a community. This group will meet at Kirkwood UCC on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month from 6:30-8:30pm beginning April 11th, and Pastor Betsy will be serving as one of the co-facilitators. Childcare with a certified caregiver will be available for a free-will offering. Please request this service when you register. The 10 sessions will take us through August 22nd; while we recognize participants may not be able to make all session, a commitment to make most sessions will be expected. There is a limit of 25 participants to the group. Please contact Donna Bay at donna@kirkwooducc.org to register. Questions? Contact Betsy at betsy@kirkwooducc.org. The book can be ordered through Betsy or through amazon.com. Tell your friends!
April 12, One-Day Workshop: "Leadership & Anxiety in the Church"
The one-day workshop, Leadership and Anxiety in the Church: A Family Systems Perspective, will be held at First Presbyterian Church, 401 Darst Rd., Ferguson, MO 63135. A Church Discount Coupon is included in the Event FLYER More coupons can be downloaded at www.LMPeaceCenter.org/events/lac
April 14, Sacred Conversations on Race, 7pm
The St. Louis Association Sacred Conversations on Race working group meets the second Thursday of each month at 7pm in the McCarthy Room (adjacent to the Luhr Reference Library) of the Press Building at Eden Seminary, 475 E. Lockwood Ave., 63119. Come join us in our work on racial justice at our next meeting, April 14. All are welcome.
April 15-16, Bi-Vocational Ministry Conference
MESA and its predecessor bodies have long been a part of Professional Church Leaders (PCL), an annual convening of ecumenical denominational leaders. PCL is pleased to announce that it will host a conference, "Bi-Vocational Ministry in the 21st Century," April 15-16, 2016 at Epworth by the Sea on St. Simon's Island, Georgia.
This conference is designed for bi-vocational ministers and for governing body and judicatory executives, with workshops and keynotes at a beautiful location. Registration is now open! Contact Elizabeth Dilley (dilleye@ucc.org) if you have any questions.
April 16, Rummage Sale, 8am-Noon
The Annual Ivy Chapel United Church of Christ, 620 N Woods Mill Rd., Chesterfield, MO 63017 Rummage Sale will be held. Donations may be dropped off at church starting after worship on April 10. Many, many items will be available including housewares, kids' and adult clothing, toys, holiday items, home décor & knick-knacks, furniture and more! Money raised will help fund the Ivy Chapel UCC 2016 Summer Youth Mission Trip, as well as other youth programs.
April 18-20, Polity Conference, "Mission, Church Polity, and the (Dis)Unity of the Church"
MESA will make available a limited number of scholarships - up to $250 each - to help support applicants whose papers are accepted to attend the conference: "Mission, Church Polity, and the (Dis)Unity of the Church," 18 - 20 April 2016, at Princeton Theological Seminary. In return, we would ask that you make your paper available to MESA to share with other teachers and learners of UCC History, Polity, and Theology. Please send your request for scholarship assistance once your paper has been accepted. You may send the request directly to Kathy Clark (clark@ucc.org). Conference information can be found at: April 17, Triumph through Struggle: A Journey of Music and Story, 4pm Join us at First Congregational United Church of Christ, 10 W. Lockwood Ave, St. Louis, MO 63119, for this event which features the First Congregational Webster Groves Chancel Choir, Chamber Orchestra, Bach Society Young Artists, and Dr. Ray Landis, Organ. Choral music of J.S. Bach and organ music of Franz Liszt, interwoven with story and poetry. A wine and cheese reception will follow. Offering will be taken to support the work of Magdalene House, St. Louis. Questions, please contact Ray Landis, or Cliff Aerie. 314-962-0475. April 18-20, UCC Clergywomen Leadership Event
The 2016 UCC Clergywomen Leadership will host an event April 18-20. The theme is "Preparing for, Stepping Into, and Sustaining Our Leadership." Keynote presenters are 2015 Antoinette Brown Award winners the Rev. Traci Blackmon, the Rev. Sharon Ellis Davis, and the Rev. Martha Spong.
The event will take place April 18-20, 2016 (noon to noon) at the Carefree Resort and Conference Center in Carefree, Arizona. It is designed for any UCC clergy who identifies as female, and will provide a mix of plenary sessions, smaller group times (for networking, mobilizing, and learning from one another), and free time to refresh and be energized by the beauty of Arizona. The $100 registration for the event includes housing in single rooms and four meals during the event, additional discounts are provided for Antoinette Brown Society Members (click here to join). Child care will be provided.
The website for the event and the registration portal can be found here: April 23, Wurstmarkt Sausage Supper, 4pm-7pm Come and enjoy sausage made from an old family recipe at Christ Church UCC, 2200 Bellevue Ave., Maplewood, MO 63143. $10 for Adults, $5 for Kids, Under 4-free. No tax! No tips! The Supper includes: All You Can Eat German Link Sausage, Mashed Potatoes, Sauerkraut, Green Beans, Applesauce, Dessert Selection, Coffee, Tea & Milk. Soda & Schlafly Beer also available at extra cost. Precooked and fresh frozen links and bulk, 1 lb packages available for $3.50 per pound at the dinner or by calling 314-644-3033 or 314-583-9935. Will deliver after event. April 23, Western Association Spring Meeting Hosted by Immanuel UCC, New Franklin, MO. More information to follow. April 23, 6th Annual Trivia Night, 6pm Grab your smartest friends and sign up today knowing you'll have a great time while supporting a great cause! Neighborhood Houses will be hosting this evening of trivia at the Sunset Hills Community Center, 3915 S Lindbergh Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63127. A VIP Table of 10 - $300, Table of 10 - $250 - Sponsor a Round - $150. Raffles, auction, door prizes, games, prizes for the top 3 teams, and more! Soda, beer, and water provided. Bring your own snacks! To Register:
- Online: http://neighborhoodhouses.org/events/get-tickets/
- By Mail: Fill out attached flyer and send credit card information or check made payable to Neighborhood Houses to 326 S 21st St. Ste 301, St. Louis, MO 63103
- By phone: Call Kathy McCadden at 314-561-3337
April 23 & 24, Rummage & Furniture Sale St. Johns United Church of Christ, 11333 St. Johns Church Rd. St. Louis, MO 63123, will hold this sale on Saturday, April 23 from 7am-2pm and on Sunday, April 24 from 12:30pm- 3pm. This sale features 2 full buildings for 2 days, 2 times a year! Event FLYERApril 24, Eastern Association Spring Meeting, 2-5pm Hosted by Faith UCC, Wentzville. More information to follow. April 29-May 1, 2016 Women's Retreat Come join us for a weekend of spiritual renewal, recreation, crafts, and fellowship at Camp MoVal in Union, Missouri. Scholarships are available. Our speakers, Susan Drake and Julie Jennings, will share their thoughts on "Finding Freedom in Forgiveness" - the what, why, and how - as we delve into how giving and receiving forgiveness impacts our daily lives. Look forward to good fellowship, thoughtful discussions, and fun as we learn more about becoming the women God intends us to be. Click HERE for registration brochure. May 5, St. Louis Association Spring Meeting
More details to follow.
May 15, Friends of Emmaus 5th Annual Spring Festival
Please join us for a day filled of fun and activities to honor and support the Emmaus homes!
More details to come.
June 2 - 3, Common Ground - A Ministry Retreat, 10am
The Faith Formation Team of the United Church of Christ's Local Church Ministries, in conjunction with Common Grounds at First Churches of Northampton, MA is hosting a Still Speaking Worship event: Common Ground, A Farm-To-Table Dinner Ministry Retreat. These events are designed to network United Church of Christ churches with other UCC churches innovative practices in the area of faith formation. Churches are invited to send people to observe and experience the practice and then reflect on the experience and participate in discussion around bringing this practice back to their own ministry settings. This event in Northampton is an invitation to reimagine church community in the garden and at the table. Click on the link below to see pertinent details as well as registration information.
June 9-11, MMSUCC Conference Annual Gathering (CAG)
Mark your calendars for this year's Conference Annual Gathering to be held at the Holiday Inn Executive Center in Columbia, MO. More details to follow.
August 15 - 25, Regional Mission Fest
Save the Dates! Hands Around the World: A Celebration of God's People at Work in the World! This event is sponsored by the following Conferences in the United Church of Christ:
Missouri Mid-South, Illinois South,
Kansas-Oklahoma and by the Mid-America Region, Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Event FLYER
There will be local church visits by missionaries serving around the world, along with Sunday guest preaching opportunities. On Saturday, August 20, Mission Festival Worship and Keynote Address (live-streamed to gatherings in various areas of the Conferences/Region)
If your congregation would be interested in having a missionary visit or if you would like to host a guest preacher, please contact:
Mid-America Region, Christian Church (Disciples of Christ): Larry Colvin, 816-528-4400,
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