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THE DEADLINE FOR THE FEBRUARY 24th ISSUE OF THE OPEN DOOR
IS MONDAY, FEBRUARY 15th!
THE OPEN DOOR BY
E-MAIL
If you would like to receive The
Open Door via e-mail, please call the Church Office
(733-7393).
We are looking for individuals
or families to greet and welcome people on Sunday mornings.
Please sign up on the sheets in the Narthex if you are able to
help. If you have any questions, contact Carol Heinrich
(735-1606).
COFFEE SERVERS NEEDED
following the 8:45 a.m. service on
Sunday mornings
Sign-up sheets are located on the table in the Narthex.
FIRST CONGO ON THE ROAD BLOG
There is a new blog on the First
Congregational website. It is called "First Congo on the
Road." It will be used by First Congregational UCC, Appleton
groups traveling for various reasons. You can reach it
at:
http://online.firstcongoappleton.org/
blogs/ontheroad/
OGHS HAITI EARTHQUAKE RELIEF
The United Church of Christ, along
with Church World Service, is responding to emergency needs in
Haiti. We are receiving financial gifts to help.
Please make checks payable to First Congregational UCC with "Haiti
Earthquake Relief" in the memo.
SEEKING A "LEAD PERSON" FOR OUR
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY PARTNERSHIP
This position would include attending
Mission and Outreach Ministry Team meetings 6 times a year,
coordinating volunteers for the Women's Build and other build dates,
doing some PR and recruitment for volunteers at the ReStore and
deconstructs, etc. Contact Deb Burich for more information.
CREATIVE ARTS AND
SPIRITUALITY SMALL GROUP
Sunday evenings from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
January 24 to February 28
$10.00 materials fee
Limited to 6-8 people
Megan Burdick-Grade (a member of First Congregational and a family
therapist at Samaritan Counseling Center) and
Seminary Intern Karon Sandberg will facilitate this small group.
This group is open to all who may be interested in exploring and
experiencing how the visual arts can inform and inspire their faith
journey. Please sign up on the sheet provided in the Narthex
or call the Church Office (733-7393).
BIBLE STUDY
The Miracles of Jesus
Pastor Steve will begin his weekly
Bible Study in February.
Monday evening Bible Study will be held February 8 to March 22 from
6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday morning Bible Study will be held February 10 to March 24 from
10:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Sign-up sheets are located in the
Narthex.
YOUTH SUNDAY
Sunday, February 14
8:45 and 10:30 a.m. services
Join the High School Youth Group as they show what an exceptional group
they are! All high school students are welcome to
participate. Contact Maja Glidden at the Church Office for
more information.
HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH GROUP
BOWLING EVENT
Sunday, February 14
following the 10:30 a.m. service
COST: $8.00
Please let Maja Glidden know if you'll be attending by Sunday, January
31st.
MEN IN APRONS
Saturday, February 20
6:00 p.m.
It's time for the annual Men In Aprons dinner. Come join us for an evening
of good food prepared by the men of the congregation. Sign-up sheets
are located in the Narthex.
FAMILY NIGHT AT THE HEART OF THE VALLEY YMCA
(225 W. Kennedy Avenue, Kimberly)
Saturday, February 20,
from
6:30 to 9:00 p.m.
Shake off those winter blahs and join other First Congo families at the Heart of
the Valley YMCA's Family Night.
Enjoy family participation in swimming, basketball, inflatables, gymnastics,
crafts, board games, and much more.
COST: YMCA Members -- Free
General Public -- $2.00 per person or
$10.00 per family
If you have any questions or to RSVP, contact Kara Woodford
(kwoodford@firstcongoappleton.org) or Hope Karth at (920) 475-9076 or
karths@ameritech.net.
JESUS FOR THE NON-RELIGIOUS
Book and DVD Study
Wednesday evenings
6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
February 24, March 3, 10 and 17
Facilitator: Reverend Jane Anderson
Please sign up on the sheet provided in the Narthex.
WINTER WOMEN'S RETREAT
March 5 to 7, 2010
Pilgrim Center
Green Lake, Wisconsin
Join Pastor Jane who will be addressing the theme Becoming --
A Journey of Spirituality for Women. Cost of this
2-day event is $110.00. Contact the Church Office to register
or sign up on the sheet in the Narthex.
BRUNCH BUNCH
Please note that the brunch which had
been scheduled for Sunday, February 7th, has been rescheduled for
Sunday, March 7th, at 12:00 noon at the Riverview Country Club, 1101 S.
Oneida Street, Appleton.
COST: $10.00
This event is open to all empty nesters and retirees of the
church. Sign up on the sheet in the Narthex or call the
Church Office (733-7393).
FIRST CONGO MOVIE DATE
Saturday, March 20
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Fox Cinema in Menasha
The film -- Finding Nemo
This movie is for everyone from the very young to the young at heart.
The theatre is reserved for ALL First Congo members and friends.
COST: $6.00 per person
(this includes the movie, popcorn, cookies and soda)
Please let Kara Woodford know
(kwoodford@firstcongoappleton.org) if you are planning to attend or e-mail
Hope Karth at karths@ameritech.net.
We need a minimum of 20 people to hold this event.
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