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Giving Tree Sunday
As with so many things, our Giving Tree experience will look a little different this year. Join us in a celebratory time on Sunday, November 29th immediately following church (around 12:00 p.m.) for our Giving Tree celebration!
This year, to help with safe handling procedures, we ask for only gift cards or monetary donations. Come to hear some Christmas carols, have a cup of hot cider or a donut hole, bring the kids for an Advent wreath making craft, and learn about the wonderful organizations that our church supports through this activity.
If you choose to donate gift cards, we ask that they be in amounts no greater than $25, on request of our charities. Please choose from the following stores for gift card donations: Target, Walmart, Bed Bath and Beyond, Marshalls/TJ Maxx, and Barnes and Noble. Gift Cards and monetary donations will both be accepted on Giving Tree Sunday, outside the church until 1:30 p.m. If donating with a check, please make it out to WACC and write “Giving Tree” in the memo. If you are unable to attend this event, further info will be available in our weekly newsletter about how you can contribute right up until December 13th. We look forward to celebrating the start of Advent and the giving season with everyone on Sunday, November 29th outside the office entryway. Look for the decorations and Christmas cheer!
As with so many things, our Giving Tree experience will look a little different this year. Join us in a celebratory time on Sunday, November 29th immediately following church (around 12:00 p.m.) for our Giving Tree celebration!
This year, to help with safe handling procedures, we ask for only gift cards or monetary donations. Come to hear some Christmas carols, have a cup of hot cider or a donut hole, bring the kids for an Advent wreath making craft, and learn about the wonderful organizations that our church supports through this activity.
If you choose to donate gift cards, we ask that they be in amounts no greater than $25, on request of our charities. Please choose from the following stores for gift card donations: Target, Walmart, Bed Bath and Beyond, Marshalls/TJ Maxx, and Barnes and Noble. Gift Cards and monetary donations will both be accepted on Giving Tree Sunday, outside the church until 1:30 p.m. If donating with a check, please make it out to WACC and write “Giving Tree” in the memo. If you are unable to attend this event, further info will be available in our weekly newsletter about how you can contribute right up until December 13th. We look forward to celebrating the start of Advent and the giving season with everyone on Sunday, November 29th outside the office entryway. Look for the decorations and Christmas cheer!
The online Bible Study is meeting on the first and third Tuesday nights at 7 p.m. on Zoom.
For November 17th, we will be studying The Reformation. Course materials can be found here:
https://yalebiblestudy.org/courses/reformation-history/?tab=tab-curriculum
It seems like everyone has heard of the Reformation, but have you ever wondered how this 16th-century movement affected the church and the texts we read? What were the big thought shifts, what made them possible, and do they still affect us today? These are a few of the questions tackled in the first four sessions of this course as Dr. Baden and Dr. Gordon discuss the Bible and the translators who changed how we thought of it. Follow them from the influence of the Vulgate and the invention of the printing press through to vernacular translations and their effect on biblical reception.
The latter four sessions of this course look at four specific texts from the Old Testament that were of central importance to the reformers as they navigated issues of and interactions between the Bible and society.
Join the Zoom Bible Study:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84409116495?pwd=Rkw0amx4RzR5OHdkNm5lWm9SOTF3QT09
Meeting ID: 844 0911 6495
Password: 150395
+1 929 205 6099 US
For November 17th, we will be studying The Reformation. Course materials can be found here:
https://yalebiblestudy.org/courses/reformation-history/?tab=tab-curriculum
It seems like everyone has heard of the Reformation, but have you ever wondered how this 16th-century movement affected the church and the texts we read? What were the big thought shifts, what made them possible, and do they still affect us today? These are a few of the questions tackled in the first four sessions of this course as Dr. Baden and Dr. Gordon discuss the Bible and the translators who changed how we thought of it. Follow them from the influence of the Vulgate and the invention of the printing press through to vernacular translations and their effect on biblical reception.
The latter four sessions of this course look at four specific texts from the Old Testament that were of central importance to the reformers as they navigated issues of and interactions between the Bible and society.
Join the Zoom Bible Study:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84409116495?pwd=Rkw0amx4RzR5OHdkNm5lWm9SOTF3QT09
Meeting ID: 844 0911 6495
Password: 150395
+1 929 205 6099 US
Bereavement Group: Pastor Brian is holding his bereavement group on the first and third Thursdays of the month via Zoom.
The meeting time has changed to 3:00 PM.
Bereavement Group November 19th at 3:00 PM
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88029605059?pwd=Z096RzRtNUVzajJyeXR3RFV5YzRTUT09
Meeting ID: 880 2960 5059
Password: 647967
Or via just audio telephone +1 929 205 6099
The day of the week may change in the future if feedback from the group suggests something better. For more information, contact Pastor Brian at revhardee@gmail.com.
The meeting time has changed to 3:00 PM.
Bereavement Group November 19th at 3:00 PM
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88029605059?pwd=Z096RzRtNUVzajJyeXR3RFV5YzRTUT09
Meeting ID: 880 2960 5059
Password: 647967
Or via just audio telephone +1 929 205 6099
The day of the week may change in the future if feedback from the group suggests something better. For more information, contact Pastor Brian at revhardee@gmail.com.
JOIN US FOR ZOOM SUNDAY SCHOOL!
Join Mary from 9:30-10:00 a.m. every Sunday for a joint K-6 Sunday School class on Zoom.
We will pray, and play games, and read the bible story for this week, and maybe squeeze in a craft or snack, too!
Here is the Sunday School Zoom info:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85309043042?pwd=YTN2U1o4M1F5Q3Z4V1ZWLzZKTTg0dz09
Meeting ID: 853 0904 3042
Passcode: jesus
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+19292056099,,85309043042#,,,,,,0#,,498111# US (New York)
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+1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown)
Meeting ID: 853 0904 3042
Passcode: 498111
Join Mary from 9:30-10:00 a.m. every Sunday for a joint K-6 Sunday School class on Zoom.
We will pray, and play games, and read the bible story for this week, and maybe squeeze in a craft or snack, too!
Here is the Sunday School Zoom info:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85309043042?pwd=YTN2U1o4M1F5Q3Z4V1ZWLzZKTTg0dz09
Meeting ID: 853 0904 3042
Passcode: jesus
One tap mobile
+19292056099,,85309043042#,,,,,,0#,,498111# US (New York)
Dial by your location
+1 929 205 6099 US (New York)
+1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown)
Meeting ID: 853 0904 3042
Passcode: 498111
Youth Group will happen every Sunday after church until 1:30 p.m., unless otherwise noted. We will start to move inside as the weather gets colder, so make sure to bring your mask. Look for details each week in the Weekly Update. All youth in grades 7-12 are welcome to attend!! Please contact Mary with any questions about either church school events at wacc.christianed@gmail.com.
SUNDAY 11/29: Giving Tree Sunday! We will help with set up/take down, DeeJaying, and the kids table at the Giving Tree Sunday event.
SUNDAY 11/29: Giving Tree Sunday! We will help with set up/take down, DeeJaying, and the kids table at the Giving Tree Sunday event.
AV CLUB
Volunteers needed for our technical support team!! Help us film and share our worship services online. Contact Pastor Brian if interested: RevHardee@gmail.com.
BOARD OF DEACONS
The deacons are looking for people to help assist with worship services. If you are able to help, please contact Dave Woodworth at wacc.deacons@gmail.com.
BOARD OF OUTREACH
Our Outreach Committee is in need of volunteer to serve on the Outreach Committee, please contact Bruce Whitney at wacc.outreach@gmail.com.
Volunteers needed for our technical support team!! Help us film and share our worship services online. Contact Pastor Brian if interested: RevHardee@gmail.com.
BOARD OF DEACONS
The deacons are looking for people to help assist with worship services. If you are able to help, please contact Dave Woodworth at wacc.deacons@gmail.com.
BOARD OF OUTREACH
Our Outreach Committee is in need of volunteer to serve on the Outreach Committee, please contact Bruce Whitney at wacc.outreach@gmail.com.
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CHURCH NOTES
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There's a New Book Club on the Block!
Join Christian Education board members as we embark upon a monthly book club discussion. Join us at 7 p.m. on Zoom on the first Sunday of every month for a robust and engaging book discussion. Our next meeting will be on Sunday, January 3 . The book will be The Vanishing Half by Britt Bennett
For more information contact Mary at wacc.christianed@gmail.com.
Here is the Zoom info:
Topic: Book Club
Time: January 3, 2020 07:00 PM Eastern Time (U.S. & Can.)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83030935393?pwd=UGlxVXBMZ05HOUg2MjUwTlNrU2wrQT09
Meeting ID: 830 3093 5393
Passcode: thatswacc
Dial by your location
+1 929 205 6099 US (New York)
Meeting ID: 830 3093 5393
Passcode: 228324326
Join Christian Education board members as we embark upon a monthly book club discussion. Join us at 7 p.m. on Zoom on the first Sunday of every month for a robust and engaging book discussion. Our next meeting will be on Sunday, January 3 . The book will be The Vanishing Half by Britt Bennett
For more information contact Mary at wacc.christianed@gmail.com.
Here is the Zoom info:
Topic: Book Club
Time: January 3, 2020 07:00 PM Eastern Time (U.S. & Can.)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83030935393?pwd=UGlxVXBMZ05HOUg2MjUwTlNrU2wrQT09
Meeting ID: 830 3093 5393
Passcode: thatswacc
Dial by your location
+1 929 205 6099 US (New York)
Meeting ID: 830 3093 5393
Passcode: 228324326
The Church Office Is Currently Closed. Most of the staff is working remotely from home. Lisa Alessio is in the office each day. She will be checking for mail and messages. If anyone has a pastoral need or question about the current state of activities, feel free to call the church office at 860-673-3996 and leave a message or call Pastor Brian on his cell phone at 860-707-4340. You may also email Pastor Brian at revhardee@gmail.com, Lisa at lisawacc@gmail.com, and Mary at wacc.christianed@gmail.com. Also, if anyone needs help getting food, transportation to an appointment, or other practical assistance please contact Pastor Brian.
Community Notes |
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Please help GOL by donating food and other items for our neighbors and families dealing with hardships. They are currently in need of soups, mac n' cheese, cereal, and toiletries. They will again be accepting household items. We will be holding Food Basket Sunday on the third Sunday of the month or you may drop items at their office located at 34 East Main Street in Avon. You may knock and leave the food to comply with social distancing or make other arrangements by calling 860-676-2323 or contact Nancy Carlson at ncarlson@giftsoflovect.org.
The American Red Cross is in desperate need of blood donations. They are taking the necessary precautions due to Coronavirus concerns in their donating centers. They have a center in Farmington near UConn Health Center. It is located at 209 Farmington Avenue. For more information or to make an appointment, go to www.redcross.org or call 1-800-Red-Cross (1-800-733-2767). Please consider helping your local Red Cross during this difficult time.
