Church News

August outdoor Worship at newman UCC

As more and more people are receiving the COVID-19 vaccine, and the world is “re-opening,” Newman UCC is blending its worship experiences in a hybrid experience.

On Sunday, August 22, Newman UCC will again be holding an outdoor worship service… and you are invited to join us. We gather at 10:00am for worship and all are truly welcome! Worship will also be live streamed on our YouTube Channel - YouTube.com/ newmanucc

Our COVID Task Force and church leadership have agreed to a variety of protocols with the intent of keeping participants as safe as possible when we gather. These protocols may be found on our website at newmanucc.org/worship. Worship will also be live-streamed to our YouTube challenge (youtube.com/newmanucc) for those unable to attend in person.

Newman UCC is an Open and Affirming congregation of the United Church of Christ and extends this invitation to one and all, living out the example of Jesus’ extravagant welcome.

Newman Congregational Church, United Church of Christ is located at 100 Newman Avenue, Rumford, RI 02916 For more information, contact Rev. Timoth Sylvia at 401-434-4742.

Seekonk Congregational Church in Person Sunday Services

Seekonk Congregational Church UCC is open for in-person services Sundays at 9:30 AM in the Sanctuary at 600 Fall River Avenue, Seekonk, MA. Masks are optional if you have been vaccinated. Please come if you feel comfortable, all are welcome.

Memorial Baptist Church news

BRAD WHITE will be bringing his vocal, saxophone and piano artistry to Memorial Baptist Church, 340 Central Avenue, Seekonk, MA on September 11, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. Brad (formerly of the James Blackwood Quartet) will feature a wide array of Christian music from Hymns to Southern Gospel Quartet to Praise and Worship (also some patriotic songs.) His ministry has taken him to all 50 states, all 10 Canadian provinces and 63 countries. It promises to be an evening to remember. Pastor Delphain Demosthenes invites you to share in this special event. The church is located at 340 Central Avenue, Seekonk, MA 02771

A free will offering will be taken. For more information please call Ann DeAmaral @ 508 336-7023

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Rehoboth Congregational Church

300th Anniversary August news

Save the date for the Rehoboth Congregational Church 300th Celebration at the Gazebo at Redway Plain on Route 44 to be held on Saturday, September 11th, 2021 from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM. There will be entertainment, games, history, picnicking, food and much more. Bring chairs and/or blankets. All are welcome.

A Historic Tour is planned for October 17th for all ages with indepth presentations at several sites. Also, members of the church and community will be asked to participate in a video over the next couple of months to talk about their memories of the church and its people. It will be shown in the fall and become part of a time capsule to be buried on the church grounds.

There will be more information on the Church website www. rehobothcongregational.org/300th.

RCC history Moment

In 1906 the Church was raised to add a basement for offices and function rooms. The stained-glass windows were also installed that year. They were donated by Leonard Carpenter Bliss and the Goff, Bowen and Horton families. They were created in Phipps Studio in Boston and the artist had worked at Tiffany Studios.

A pipe organ was installed in the Narthex in 1910. A hand pump was used until 1928 when it was replaced by an electric blower. In 1950 the organ was rebuilt and electrified. Over the years since it has been renovated, updated and computerized.

rehoboth Congregational Church news

Worship with the Rehoboth Congregational Church on Sunday mornings at 10:00AM!

Join members and friends of RCC for a wonderful blend of traditional worship with new ideas. Come to explore your faith, be part of an authentic community and find ways to give back. If you aren’t comfortable joining us in-person yet, that’s okay! All of our services are livestreamed. For more information on worship and livestreaming, visit our website – www.rehobothcongregational. org/worship.

Masks are currently required inside the building. For more information on covid protocol, visit our website – www.rehobothcongregational.org/reopening.

The Rehoboth Congregational Church Collects over 400 Cases of Bottled Water for Local organization Serving individuals in need

The RCC Missions Committee exceeded its goal of collecting 300 cases of bottled water during the month of July (a nod to the church’s 300th anniversary celebration). A large majority of the water has been donated to We’re Just People, an organization that serves meals to individuals experiencing homelessness in Providence. Water has also been donated to the Rehoboth Food Pantry, the Rehoboth Council on Aging, the Taunton Area Community Table and the McAuley House. RCC would like to thank everyone in the community for their support of this collection!

Rehoboth Congregational Church Missions

Committee collecting Bug spray and Sunscreen

The Rehoboth Congregational Church Missions Committee will be collecting Bug spray and Sunscreen for the month of August. Donations can be dropped off at the Church in the Narthex or at the stair to fellowship hall. All items collected will be distributed to the Rehoboth Food Pantry - TACT of Taunton - McAulley house of Providence and We’re Just people of Pawtucket / Providence.