Church Blog
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Antique Post Cards of Church
Kim Manter Cottrill sent these new post cards.
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Clair Ganz joins Chilmark Community Church
It was with great joy that the congregation welcomed Claire into our membership on Sunday, October 26. Thank God for bringing her to us and bless her every day.
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October 19,2014 Order of Worship
Chilmark Community Church October 19,2014 Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost/Laity Sunday Laity Sunday is an invitation for the whole church to remember that all the baptized, lay and clergy together, are the people of God. Our English word “laity” comes from the Greek word “laos” meaning, “people.” That same word lies at the root of another…
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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…