The Echo - NOVEMBER 2011
THANKSGIVING PROCLAMATION
“Whereas it is the duty of all nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey His will, to be grateful for His benefits, and humbly to implore His protection and favor; and Whereas both Houses of Congress have, by their joint committee, requested me "to recommend to the people of the United States a day of public thanksgiving and prayer, to be observed by acknowledging with grateful hearts the many and signal favors of Almighty God, especially by affording them an opportunity peaceably to establish a form of government for their safety and happiness:"
“Now, therefore, I do recommend and assign Thursday, the 26th day of November next, to be devoted by the people of these States to the service of that great and glorious Being who is the beneficent author of all the good that was, that is, or that will be; that we may then all unite in rendering unto Him our sincere and humble thanks for His kind care and protection of the people of this country previous to their becoming a nation; for the signal and manifold mercies and the favorable interpositions of His providence in the course and conclusion of the late war; for the great degree of tranquility, union, and plenty which we have since enjoyed; for the peaceable and rational manner in which we have been enable to establish constitutions of government for our safety and happiness, and particularly the national one now lately instituted' for the civil and religious liberty with which we are blessed, and the means we have of acquiring and diffusing useful knowledge; and, in general, for all the great and various favors which He has been pleased to confer upon us…”
Given under my hand, at the city of New York, the 3rd day of October, A.D. 1789.” (signed) G. Washington - Can you count how many times George Washington mentions God? And this is only a portion of the proclamation...
Given under my hand, at the city of New York, the 3rd day of October, A.D. 1789.” (signed) G. Washington - Can you count how many times George Washington mentions God? And this is only a portion of the proclamation...
Flower Schedule
Flower fee is $24.00. The sign up sheet to dedicate and pay for flowers for the sanctuary is on door in the narthex. No more than two persons may sign up for the same Sunday. Flowers may be picked up after the service. Please place your payment marked “Flower Fund” in the offering plate.
6—GARY R. 13—Open 20—Open 27—Open
Attendance & Door: Kay S. Office Helpers: Rick and Pearl J.
Deacon Greeter: Linda B. Acolyte Schedule: To be announced
There will be a congregational meeting on Sunday, November 6th after the worship service. The purpose of this meeting is to receive the resignation of Reverend Chorle. There will be a coffee hour after church with the meeting following at 12:30.
Coffee Hour in October: 6—Nancy B. ALL ARE WELCOME!
FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT NOVEMBER 27 COMMUNION SUNDAY
DATES TO REMEMBER FROM THE CHRISTIAN EDUCATION COMMITTEE:
Please show your support for the Christian Education Committee by bringing your children to Sunday school and make a special effort for the following upcoming events.
November 13th – The Sunday school class will be traveling to the West Haven Nursing Home to perform a Thanksgiving skit for the enjoyment of the patients and staff. The performance will be held after church services. It begins at 12:45pm and ends at 2:15pm.
November 20th – The Sunday school class will be performing a Thanksgiving program for your enjoyment during the church service.
December 11th – Have some fun and sing some Christmas carols! The Sunday school class would like to invite the congregation to join them to go Christmas caroling. Lunch will be provided immediately following the church services and then off we go a-caroling. Please join us by letting JoAnn B. or Donna D. know of your attendance.
December 18th – “Our Family Memories of Christmas” - The Annual Christmas Pageant will be held at Union Church. All are welcome to attend a delicious home cooked turkey dinner afterwards. Thank you!
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL! In order to make it a great success, the Christian Education Department needs your help in planning the 2012 Vacation Bible School program. We are looking for volunteers to fill the positions of VBS Coordinator and Co-Coordinator. Please show your support by volunteering for these very important positions. Anyone up for the challenge should contact JoAnn B. or Cindy C. Thank you very much for your support.
Rummage Sale Update: The sale realized a total of $874.10 of which 20% ($175.00) will be sent to the Plum Food Bank and the balance will be applied to the window replacement project. From the Church Life committee we thank all who gave of their time and efforts to make this a successful program.
Wednesday November 2 Choir 7 pm
Thursday November 3 Retired Men’s Breakfast 8 am
Sunday November 6 9:30 Sunday Sch.
11:00 Worship
12:00 Coffee Hour &
Monday November 7 Deacon’s Meeting 7 pm
Wednesday November 9 Choir 7 pm
Sunday November 13 9:30 Sunday Sch.
11:00 Worship
6:00 pm Youth Grp
Wednesday November 16 Choir 7 pm
Sunday November 20 9:30 Sunday Sch.
11:00 Worship
6:00 pm Youth Grp
Thursday November 24 HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
Sunday November 27 9:30 Sunday Sch.
11:00 Worship
First Sunday of Advent-Communion
6:00 pm Youth Grp
Wednesday November 30 Choir 7 pm
We love, because God first loved us. 1 John 4:19
