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...and what does the LORD require of you but to do
justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God.
Micah 6:8b
What opportunities
are there for learning and spiritual growth?
If we say “God is Still
Speaking,” doesn’t it seem like a good idea to keep listening?
At First Congregational United Church of Christ there are many
opportunities for children, youth and adults to continue learning and
growing spiritually. For more information about children and youth
opportunities, click the 'Youth News' link highlighted on the menu at the
left.
Daytime Bible
Study
The Monday Bible Study group will NOT
be meeting throughout the month of August.
When we start up again September 8th,
we’ll be reviewing ““The Jesus Dynasty” The
Hidden History of Jesus, his Royal Family and the Birth of
Christianity” by Dr James D Tabor. Pick up your copy today at a local
bookstore and join us!!!
PRAYER GROUP
The Prayer Group meets on Thursdays at
noon
each week. On the first Thursday of each month,
we will join the Interfaith Prayer for
Peace at
noon . You are welcome to come in any time from
12-1pm. Our regular format is flexible.
If you
would like to participate but cannot at this scheduled time,
please call Julie Kreiensieck.
CENTERING
PRAYER
You are invited to gain a better
understanding of prayer on Tuesday evenings at 5:30, as we gather for Centering
Prayer. Anyone is welcome at any time. For more information, call Donna Kreiensieck at 345-8783
What is Centering
Prayer?
It
is a method of response to God's invitation to enter into intimacy and
relationship. The practice of centering prayer, as taught by Fr. Thomas
Keating and the Contemplative Outreach organization, assists us in pening to the contemplative dimension of the Gospel
.The prayer prepares us to be present to God's action and presence in the
innermost part of our being. In cooperation with God's grace, Centering
Prayer is a process of interior transformation and purification. The fruits
of contemplative prayer are often realized in daily life through the
gradual unfolding of the virtues of faith, hope, and love. These virtues
open us to the love of neighbor and the capacity for genuine service.
INTERFAITH MUSIC CAMP AT
PILGRIM COVE
August 22 -24
Vocal, instrumental and English Handbell
musicians (at any level) are invited to come join this gathering of worship
communities from the Treasure
Valley and beyond.
Everyone is welcome. Bring a musical friend.
What Can I Expect?
The weekend includes Friday night dinner
with get acquainted fellowship after dinner. Weather permitting,
the evening closes with a sing-along and s’mores
by the lake. Breakfast is served at 8 a.m. and the workshops begin
afterward; lunch at noon, and dinner at 6 p.m. Because the
purpose of this weekend is to have fun, expect to have leisuretime to enjoy the lake or just resting with good
conversation. Feel free to bring personal watercraft (kayaks etc.) for your
use. For those who are willing to share, we may enjoy a talent show evening
with impromptu music. Sunday morning after breakfast, the group gathers at
the McCall
Community Church where Pastor Charlottie Havlicak welcomes the community. The musicians provide
the entire service. A brownbag lunch will constitute the final meal of the
weekend, so those who need to depart shortly after noon can do so.
What is the Cost?
The entire weekend (2 nights and 6 meals)
$75.
Workshop only & Sunday program;
no meals. $35 Meals: $6.ea
How Do I Register?
Registration Forms can be located in the
Narthex on the
Pilgrim Cove bulletin board.
What Do I Bring?
_ warm jacket,
_ flashlight
_ comfortable clothing
_ a warm sleeping bag (or equivalent) to
use on the bunk bed
_ towels and
personal needs.
_ bathing suit
and sun hat for sunny days.
_ Chimes, hand bells, and all music are
provided.
We eagerly look forward to your being a
part of the 2008 Pilgrim Cove Music Camp. Early registrations and payment
will be greatly appreciated.
Check out the web site http://www.pilgrimcovecamp.org
for more information and registration forms.
August 29th ~
September 1st is Family Camp
Mark your calendar now to attend! There will be many activities, including
canoe races, sand castle building, camp fires, and hikes.
$35 per individual per day / $50 per
couple per day Add $10 per extra child age 10-18 per day or $60 for a
family of 4 or more per day Under 10 - no charge
Includes your lodging, activities and Three meals on Saturday
and Sunday Breakfast on Monday is extra $5 per person
Check out the web site http://www.pilgrimcovecamp.org
for more information and registration forms.
MISSION
Our church is committed to the
possibilities for ministry within our individual church community as we
well as beyond.
The Missions Board’s
Annual
School Bus Program
Help needy children prepare for the
upcoming school year by taking a Yellow School Bus from
the Fireside Room. Purchase the items listed and return the
items to church The Mission Board will
distribute these supplies to area schools. If you prefer to donate
money towards this effort, please make your checks payable to the church
and indicate "School Supplies"
FOOD FOR
THOUGHT
We work with the social workers at
several nearby elementary schools to provide families in need with fresh
and canned food for four days.
Want to become a volunteer in the Boise area? Visit this
website to see how you can be of service to others: www.volunteermatch.org
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