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Rehoboth Congregational Church to kickoff 300th Year of Service and Celebration
The Rehoboth Congregational Church is pleased to announce the kickoff of the 300th Year of Service and Celebration to honor the establishment of the Second Precinct of Rehoboth on November 29, 1721. We have much to be thankful for and we hope the community will join in the 300th Year of Celebration as we honor, educate, celebrate and share the history and service of the Rehoboth Congregational Church. On November 29th, 2020 we will reveal the 300th Logo and Banner at the Church as we begin this religious, historical and fun filled year. The Town of Rehoboth was founded 1643 when the Reverend Samuel Newman established the settlement and erected the first meeting house at the Newman Congregational Church location on the east bank of the Ten Mile River, and called the town “Rehoboth” (Genesis 26:22). As the town expanded, many of the descendants of the early settlers moved east of the Palmer River, some distance from Newman Congregational Church. Wanting to worship regularly, they petitioned the General Court in Boston to have the town divided into two precincts for the support of the ministry. The Pastor, Reverend David Turner, and ten founding members of the new congregation completed the meeting house and the Palmer River Church on Lake Street was organized on November 29, 1721. The original meeting house of the new congregation was later replaced with the Yellow Meeting House located at the current Rehoboth Village Cemetery. Church growth necessitated the building of the Rehoboth Congregational Church at the current location on Bay State Road in the Village. There will be opportunities for all ages to participate in activities and we look forward to a fruitful year of joy, service and celebration.
25th Annual Mission Bazaar at Newman Congregational Church, UCC
Rumford, RI – This year, Newman Congregational Church, UCC will host their 25th Annual Mission Bazaar online, with many of the same items for sale you have come to expect from past bazaars. All proceeds are donated to various charities. Last year’s profits were dispersed to the following: Back Bay Mission in Biloxi, MS, Bread of Life Food Pantry in Rumford, the Haiti mission, and CrossRoadsRI’s Women’s Shelter.
Amongst the items for sale, you will find ornaments, a variety of crafts, baked goods, and cookies. There will be decorated fresh balsam wreaths, beautiful gift baskets, hand knit items, quilted items, fleece scarves, handmade crafts, and jewelry. You can access the secure shopping site at newmanucc.org/ministries/ missions beginning November 14, and extending until November 30. Payment options include Visa, Master Card and Discover Card. All shopping will be done online this year. All purchases must be picked up at Newman Church’s parking lot on Saturday, December 5, between 10 AM and 2 PM. Drive up and your purchases will be brought out to you. Please bring confirmation of your order (email sent, either printed or on your phone), or an id.
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 - on the corner of Newman and Pawtucket Avenues. For more information, call 401-434-4742.
Ongoing Racial Justice Book Discussions
As part of Newman Congregational Church, United Church of Christ’s ongoing commitment to education and dialogue on structural racism and white supremacy, we invite the wider community to participate in our monthly book discussions.
The book group meets using the zoom platform on Monday evenings from 7pm to 8:30pm over three consecutive weeks each month. • November’s book will be: “So You Want to Talk About Race” by Ijeoma Oluo • December’s book will be: “Breathe: A Letter to My Sons” by
Imani Perry
Interested in participating? Visit our website at newmanucc.org/ ministires/racial-justice. You may also contact Pastor Timoth Sylvia at 401-434-4742 ext. 11 with questions or to add your name to an upcoming discussion.
First Christian Congregational Church’s 13th Annual Veterans’ Meat Pie Supper
The First Christian Congregational Church, UCC has begun planning for the 13th Annual Veterans’ Meat Pie Supper. Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the Meat Pie Supper will be held in April of 2021. Whether it will be held in the Church fellowship hall or be a takeout meal will be determined closer to April.
Area businesses will still be solicited at this time. While being aware of the huge loss of revenue many businesses have suffered, the Church also realizes that the need to help Swansea Veterans is as great as ever. Donations will be gratefully received and appreciated. Donations can be mailed to First Christian Congregational Church, UCC, 1113 GAR Highway, Swansea, MA 02777. Gift cards and services will be given to the Swansea Veterans Service Agent in November. Thanking you in advance for helping us, help others in our community.
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Seekonk Congregational Church Christmas Bazaar
It just wouldn’t be Christmas at Seekonk Congregational Church without our Christmas Bazaar. While we’re unable to celebrate in- www. .com person this year, the festivities will go on! Pre-order your one-ofa-kind wreaths, beautiful centerpieces, delicious ham and beans, and much more. All items will be available for drive-through pickup at the church (600 Fall River Avenue, Seekonk, MA) on Saturday, December 5 during our virtual bazaar. Please visit our Facebook page for a link to the online order form or simply call the church at 508-336-9355 for more information. All orders are due by Saturday, November 21.
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Seekonk Congregational Church UCC is now open for in-person services Sundays at 9:30 AM in the Sanctuary at 600 Fall River Avenue, Seekonk, MA. Masks and safe distancing are required. Advance registra- Now Selling tion is requested, the link is located on our Facebook page or you can send an email Firewood to donna.euell@gmail.com and the link will be sent to you. Please call the church office at 508-336-9355 if you are unable to register online and they will be able to assist you with registering. Please come if you feel comfortable, all are welcome. We will continue to provide a virtual service at 401-474-0515 • 774-565-0775 Casey Daniels, Proprietor Seekonk Congregational Church YouTube.
