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Steeple and Cross Repair Completed
Steeple repaired, scraped and painted. No leaks! Cross gilded and reattached to top of spire with new bracket. Below are photographs of the cross being replaced. New base of cross. Steeple repaired, scraped and painted. New wood on bell chamber and roof at base sealed. Cross repaired and new bracket constructed to replace it on…
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“Spirit Song a Triumph”
Lia Kahler entertained a full house with her fabulous voice on Sunday, September 14.Also performing were her friends Phil Dietterich, organ, and Richard Gordon, piano. Phil played his original arrangements of two spirituals, Ride On King Jesus and There is a Balm in Gilead. Richard played a stirring piano concerto, Allegro de concierto por piano by Enrique…
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Steeple and Cross Repairs begin
September 8 at 7:30 Francis Allard and John Leecock arrived to begin work on steeple restoration. Remember Lia Kahler’s concert “Spirit Song” on Sunday at 3 to raise funds for this project. The riggers access the roof. Frank shows John the cross. They will take it home with them for repairs. Francis Allard measures for…
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A prayer from August 24
God our holy Parent, the magnitude and mystery of the universe is a simple thing to you; help us to come to you with both awe and trust. Christ Jesus our holy Brother, the wonder of the Gospel of love is a free gift from you; help us to come to you with open hearts. …
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THE NET: Youth group beings in Sept.
Stay posted for further information. Island churches are forming an ecumenical youth group. Its proposed name is The Net. Please read the guiding principles and goals below and then sign off on this memorandum if you wish to participate. Each participating church is expected to provide financial support and assist a paid youth group leader.…
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Ghana trip invitation May 26-June 9
October Update: Plans may change due to health issues in Africa. Please contact Carol and David for current information. August 2, 2014 Dear Friend: At one time you indicated interest in possibly travel with us to Ghana. Enclosed is our next proposed trip scheduled for May 26- June 9, 2015. Although, it is still…
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“Spirit Song” September 14
September 14 at 3, the concert of songs, arias and spirituals sung by mezzo-sooprano, Lia Kahler with friends. Silent auction at 2. Info about “Spirit Song” What: Catalyst Concert of songs, spirituals, arias and solo works for piano and organ Why: To raise funds for the estimated $20,000 repair of the steeple and cross of…
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Chilmark reaches goal of $500 for Imagine No Malaria
As of Sunday, with the help of Bob’s matching funds, Chilmark Community Church surpassed it’s goal of $500 for the campaign. We’ll be sending the New England Conference $571 toward the goal. See below. Can We Catch a Killer? Every 60 seconds, malaria claims a life in Africa. The people of the New England Conference…
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Yard and Plant Sale
Thanks to Ann and Lia and Nancy for manning the indoors while all the wildness went on outside.