Category: photographs of recent events
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A Fond Farewell to Charlotte Wright
This Sunday morning was bittersweet as we gathered for the last sermon by our interim minister, Rev. Charlotte Wright. With her characteristic thoughtfulness and grace, she led us in worship one final time, offering the same steady presence that has guided our church through these past two years. At coffee hour, we honored Charlotte in…
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Celebrating 2024: A Year of Faith and Fellowship
“This little light of mine, I’m gonna let it shine.” As 2024 draws to a close, these words feel like the perfect way to describe this remarkable year at the Chilmark Community Church. It was a year that marked a fresh chapter as an independent congregation and one filled with moments of faith, joy, and…
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The Light of Christmas Eve
The light truly shone bright this Christmas Eve at our Chilmark Community Church. The sanctuary was filled with friends and neighbors, a gathering that reflected the warmth and spirit of our small-town community. The music was heartfelt and moving, with Sean’s soulful vocals and acoustic guitar harmonizing beautifully with Violet’s expressive cello. Together, they filled…
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Celebrating the Chilmark Church
The Celebration for the church and our invited guests was last Sunday, September 15th. What a beautiful day! We shared our stories of resilience, courage and faithfulness – past, present and future – with food, music and community. The church has worked hard over the past 2 years, so it is now time to celebrate that journey together. Though…
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Guest Preacher Reverend Nell Fields, August 4, 2024
Rev. Nell Fields came across the sound from Waquoit to fill the pulpit while Rev. Charlotte was in Connecticut. The congregation was treated to an upbeat sermon on “Original Blessings” (as opposed to Original sin). The Celtic folk in the pews were especially touched. She tailored the communion service on an early church emphasis on…
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We Welcome New Church Members
Chilmark Community Church welcomed 4 new members Sunday, the 28th: Ian Goff, Brian Kennedy, Virginia Barbatti and Aaron Barbatti. We are so blessed to have these 4 amazing people join our ranks.
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Carol Loud Memorial, July 18, 2024
The memorial for Carol Loud on July 18 was a wonderful occasion with music and poetry and remembrances. Phil Dieterich conducted a choir of the Vineyards’ wonderful singers, many of whom sang with Carol in the community chorus or knew her from the years she played the organ and piano at Chilmark Church. Sarah Bayer played flute…
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Children’s Church Fair 2024
What a beautiful day dawned for this year’s Children’s fair! Many thanks to all of the volunteers who made it happen. Thank you, Julie, for the Pony Rides with the Pond view Farm Ponies. Thank you Sarah Shipway for manning the Fish Pond. Thank you, Claire Ganz and Sarah Laux for the Face Painting. Thank…
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The Last Spring Dinner for 2024
There is such comfort in gathering with community over pasta and desserts on a beautiful spring evening. Many thanks to Janet and Tom for preparing a pasta feast, and to everyone who brought supplementary dishes and desserts. The last spring dinner for 2024 was well attended and well appreciated.