Church News

Newman Congregational Church in Rumford is collecting new twin size sheets to donate to a local shelter for domestic violence victims. When clients are ready to leave the shelter, they will be able to take the sheets with them. The sheets can be dropped off at the church by appointment Monday - Friday 9 AM - noon, by calling 401-434-4742 X10.

Newman UCC is also collecting funds to purchase blankets from Church World Service to donate to the shelter. The clients will also be able to take the blankets with them when they leave. The cost of one blanket is $10. Donations can be made at newmanucc.org/ give, using the CWS Blanket option. This collection will run through the month of June.

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 7:00pm to 8:30pm EST over three consecutive weeks each month. Discussions on A. J. Baime’s White Lies will be held on June 6, 13 and 20. Interested in participating? Visit our website to register 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.

“Give us this day our daily bread.” Matthew 6:11

Ready to cook up some fun this summer? Newman Congregational Church Invites children entering grades K-6 in the fall to a Food Truck Party - where we will be On a Roll with God at Vacation Bible School! This party includes exciting new music, amazing science, creative crafts, fun recreation, and memorable Bible stories that will help children turn to God for all they need and join God in providing for the needs of others. Our Food Truck Party VBS will be held Monday, July 25 -Friday, July 29, from 9 a.m. – noon.

Registration for VBS can be completed online at https:// newman-congregational-church.mycokesburyvbs.com. At time of registration, participants will be able to choose an online or an inperson option. Please contact the church office at (401) 434-4742 Monday - Friday from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. or visit the church’s website, www.newmanucc.org for additional questions or help registering. There is no registration fee.

Newman Congregational Church is an open and affirming congregation of the United Church of Christ. Sunday worship is held at 10AM in-person, on Facebook, YouTube and our website. No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here.

Created as an Eagle Scout project in 2021, the Episcopal Church of the Epiphany invites the local community to visit our new labyrinth garden in the rear of our church building on St. Michael’s Court directly off Pawtucket Avenue. Park in our lot across the street from the labyrinth or walk from within the neighborhood. The garden provides a beautiful place for rest and contemplation on benches in the shade of a large dogwood tree. Slowly walk the labyrinth path marked by pavers in the lawn as you pray or meditate on life’s questions or seek the peace of stillness. The design was modeled after labyrinths in European cathedrals from the 1200’s and has been a way of walking reflection for centuries. Find more information on our website at www.epiphanyep.org/labyrinth-garden

We hope you will join us each week at Seekonk Congregational Church UCC at 9:30 AM in the Sanctuary at 600 Fall River Avenue, Seekonk, MA for our weekly service. Please come if you feel comfortable, all are welcome, masks are optional. We will continue to record our services and they are available the following day at Seekonk Congregational Church YouTube and on Cable 9 Seekonk at 10 AM each morning. Upcoming Seekonk Congregational Church Events/Services

June 26 Annual Meeting in the Sanctuary 10:30 AM

August 1 – 5 Vacation Bible School 8:45 – 12:15 Pre-school through Grade 6 extended day through 5:15 is available. All are welcome to attend, registration is required. Contact Kristin Putney for additional information. Putneykristin@gmail.com

If you have any questions on the above, please email Donna. euell@gmail.com or call the church office at 508-336-9355

Memorial Baptist Church located at 340 Central Avenue, Seekonk, MA 02771 will be presenting the following outdoor concerts (weather permitting) on our beautiful church lawn. If weather is bad, the concert will be moved indoors.

June 19, 2022--4:00 PM---Rabbi Jack (pianist and soloist). A perfect way to end Father’s Day, so please join us.

Upcoming Events:

July 23, 2022--6:00 PM---Crimson Rain. Come and enjoy an evening of worship, music and fellowship.

August 6, 2022--6:00 PM---The one and only Mark 209 will be back again for their summer concert!! Please join us on our church lawn for an evening of beautiful music, fellowship and lots of fun.

For more information, please call our church office at (508) 761-5142 or e-mail at Seekonkmbc@gmail.com

The Rehoboth Congregational Church worships every Sunday at 10AM. Join us for a wonderful blend of traditional worship with a modern twist. We sing, we laugh, and we enjoy the fellowship of one another’s company while strengthening our faith and serving others. If you are unable to join us in person, you can worship with us online! Our Sunday services are livestreamed both on our website (www.rehobothcongregational.org/worshiponline) and on our Facebook page (www.facebook.com/rehobothcongregational). Masks are optional.

Huge church yard sale! Donations come in from our entire congregation so we have a great selection of stuff. The sale will take place in our parking lot on Bay State Road.

Donations can be dropped off beginning at 6AM. Thank you for your support!