Weekly Epistle: Third Sunday After Epiphany

This week's homily by Beth Rodenhouse: Lessons from a Chaplain

Our Pastor Sal is currently on sabbatical, and we have an amazing lineup of inspiring speakers in the coming weeks.  This Sunday, Beth Rodenhouse, chaplain at Pilgrim Manor in Grand Rapids will be giving the message​, the title of her homily is “Lessons from a Chaplain.”
 
Rev. Beth Rodenhouse served in parish ministry for eight years and chaplaincy for five years. She currently serves as chaplain at Pilgrim Manor, a United Church Homes community in Grand Rapids, Michigan, which is part of the ministry of the United Church of Christ.

We hope you can join us this Sunday at 10 AM for an inspiring message from Rev. Beth, and uplifting music by Pamela Chappell and Peter Black.

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Kudos to Everyone for January 19
​Sabbatical Service!

Another wonderful Sabbatical Sunday in the books on January 19 with Stan Greene speaking, Elizabeth Estes singing, and service leaders leading. Thanks, all for being the Church!

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​Pancake Breakfast, February 2!

Our February Potluck will be a Pancake Breakfast in the Friendship Hall on FEBRUARY 2, rather than the second week of February.

Thank you, once again, to our church member, John Willming and his team of volunteers, for facilitating the breakfast. It is always a fun way to celebrate together!

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The Sentence: Movie Night, February 6, 7pm

The Social Justice Team is showing a documentary illustrating the wide-ranging damages created by mandatory sentencing laws. Film maker Rudy Valdez documents the aftermath of his sister Cindy’s 15-year sentence for conspiracy charges related to crimes committed by her deceased ex-boyfriend. Doors open at 6:30, movie begins at 7pm.

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Snow Shovelers Needed!

If you can help with snow shoveling before Sunday service on February 2 and 9, please email Julie Ridl: julie@douglasucc.org

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Congratulations Hannah!

What a great turnout for our own Hannah Huggett, who received Holland's Youth Social Justice Award. We are so proud to work with you and follow your lead, Hannah! Thank you for inspiring us! (And kudos to Fred for the photos!)

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Saving Our Dark Skies

A full house for speaker Peter Burkey on preserving our Dark Skies for our health and the health of fellow creatures. Thanks to Betsy York and the Creation Justice Team for a thoughtful event and for encouraging important action!

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2020 Women's March Service

Thank you to Rev. Ginny Mikita, Pamela Chappell, Nancy Plantinga, the Huggetts!, Julie Ridl, and the Persisters who shared readings and music and led us out into a hilariously awful day, warmed and ready and proud. 

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A Friendly Reminder...

No food or drink allowed in the Sanctuary. Please help us keep our historic worship space clean and safe for the whole congregation.

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Reports and Minutes

Click on a file below to open the December 2019 Church Council Meeting Minutes, the January 2020, Mid-Year Congregational Meeting Minutes, and the December 19 Financial Report to the Congregation, as requested at the Congregational Meeting. 

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Financial Stewardship Report

January 19:  Attendance: 98
Collection Plate: $861
Online Giving: $2,129.41
TOTAL: $2,990.41
        
Thank you for your generous giving which
allows us to sustain our church community and our mission of service.
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