Central Congregational Church UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST An Open and Affirming Congregation One Worthen Street PO Box 339 Chelmsford, Massachusetts 01824 978-256-5931 [email protected]
Rev. Dr. Richard B. Knight, Pastor [email protected]
Rev. Dr. John A. Zachry, Pastor Emeritus “A Community of Faith, Hope, and Love, Growing through Worship and Service”
Tuesday, June 8, 2021
Dear Friends in Christ,
Pastor Rich is on sabbatical thru mid-August. For Pastoral care concerns, please contact Val King at 978-846-1120 or [email protected].
Bakery Day “Coffee To Go!” – Sunday, June 13 This month Bakery Day will be held following the worship service on Sunday, June 13. Jeremy Williams is calling it “Coffee Hour To Go!” Specialty Pastry items will be available for purchase on Sunday, June 13, including “Brumbles” (assorted flavors), “Smackerals” (assorted flavors), and Macaroons. There will not be a Savory menu in June. See the complete Dessert/Baked Goods menu available http://www.thedogoodkitchen.com All pastry items on the website will be available for pre-order and may be picked up on June 13. Place your order by THURSDAY, JUNE 10 by contacting Jeremy at: [email protected] “Coffee Hour To Go” and Pick up will at 11 am in the CCC parking lot on Sunday, 6/13/21. Home delivery is also available! Ask Lynn Horton about special delivery arrangements! Payment is due upon delivery. Please share this opportunity with local friends and family!! Questions? Contact Lynn Horton
Worship in the Sanctuary this Sunday! June 13, 10:00 am Worship Service will be led by the Rev. Vicki Keene.
New Covid Protocols - All are Welcome, just Mask It Up! Because the Governor has lifted all Covid restrictions, the Diaconate feels it's time to welcome all folks (vaccinated and unvaccinated) back into the sanctuary. Masks are required and congregational singing will be allowed. We realize that not everyone will be ready to return to the sanctuary, so please remember that our services will continue to be livestreamed.
Worship Schedule: June 20 - Sanctuary Worship (and livestream), Rev. Vicki Keene June 27 - Sanctuary Worship (and livestream), Rev. Vicki Keene
Wednesday's Bag Lunch at Noon Join us in Fellowship Hall for fellowship and friendship!
Monday Night Movie Club - discussing “Come Sunday” on June 14 Evangelist Carlton Pearson (Chiwetel Ejiofor) is ostracized by his church for preaching that there is no Hell. Based on a radio story from WBEZ's “This American Life. We'll watch the movie on our own and then meet online June 14, 7:00 pm to discuss it.
Special Thanks to: Lynn Horton for coordinating the celebration of our Graduates at last Sunday’s service! Carolyn Chapman and the CE Committee for coordinating the Sunday School portion of last Sunday’s Service! Justin McCarthy for repairing and improving the Make A Difference Week sing in front of the church.
Make a Difference Week! July 26-30 We’re very excited about our third annual Make a Difference Week! We’ll be outdoors (weather permitting) for all our projects as well as our opening and closing programs. Please visit the church website for more details: https://www.cccchelmsford.org/make-a-difference-camp/ Registration link: https://cccc.one/madw
Sabbatical Pictures My sabbatical starts June 7, and our trip out West to the National Parks starts on June 15. I'll be posting pictures of our trip on my personal Facebook Page. Please feel free to send me a friend request. However, my page is set up so that anyone can view my pictures and postings. People say you shouldn't post vacation pics on FB while you're away because criminals will know you're out of town. The only thing of value in our place is our pictures, for they represent great memories. We're going to six National Parks to take more pictures and make more memories! Your Grateful and Overjoyed Pastor, Rich
The Origin of the Knight's Sabbatical Trip out West Steven Curtis Chapman has been one of my favorite singers for years. When my sons were little he came out with a wonderful song and music video entitled, "The Great Adventure." It expresses much of what I believe about following Christ, especially the fact that it's to be an adventure! My sons & I watched the video countless times. We not only loved the music, we also loved the scenery and eventually discovered that those striking mountains in the background were the Grand Tetons. For years I've said to the boys, "We're going there someday!" In two weeks, "someday" is finally here! If you'd like to check out the video, click here.
Stay connected. Stay Safe. Stay well.
Linn Flint Office Administrator Central Congregational Church, UCC Chelmsford, MA [email protected] 978-256-5931
June Office Hours: Weeks of June 14, 21, 28: Tuesday thru Thursday from 9 am to 1 pm