November 2015 Steeplelights

“Fall has always been my favorite season. The time when everything bursts with its last beauty, as if nature had been saving up all year for the grand finale.” ~ Lauren DeStefano, from her novel, Wither

Naples United Church of Christ

, God is stillspeaking,

Naples United Church of Christ

SteeplelightsNovember 2015

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From the Senior Minister

Dr. Ron Patterson

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239-253-1512,

my cell number,

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I know that I have only a few more opportunities to fill this space in the Steeple Lights so I want to begin with an offer to write on questions or concerns you might have—so let me know of your ideas and I’ll try to address them in the next few months.

For this month though, let me talk a bit about the future as I see it unfolding.

I may be mistaken, but something is happening on the religious landscape. Many churches as organizations are in trouble. There have been declines in membership and participation all over the place. The latest surveys show steep declines in almost every religious tradition—from the most liberal to the most theologically conservative. The fastest growing religious group in the US is the ‘church of the formerly churched’—or those who have given up on the institution. Why is this happening?

Here are some of my ideas:

Fewer people are willing to commit either time or resources to institutional maintenance. People, particularly younger people, are seeking to experience acceptance and spiritual nurture in settings where caring is more important than belief, and significant mission takes precedence over doctrine. Fewer people are interested in what someone attempts to tell them they need to think and more interested in how they can find meaning for their life journey.

For a lot of reasons, our congregation has been bucking a number of trends. We have been growing and we are financially stable. I think the growth has a great deal to do with the quality of our worship, but I think it has more to do with the integrity of our actions. Our commitment to meaningful mission in this community is attracting people. Our unapologetic inclusiveness means that some of the negativity that infests other congregations is not an issue for us. As a congregation, we have made it clear that while other faith traditions separate people in all sorts of ways, we embrace the idea that everyone is a child of God. We agree to disagree on lots of things, but the thing that holds us together is the love of God and the love we can show for the people around us.

I am so honored to be one of your ministers, and I am honored and deeply appreciative that our United Church of Christ is a wildly inclusive, daringly missional, cutting edge company of God’s people. I can’t be sure about what the future will bring, but I do know that good people who are loving, caring, and active for the sake of the future will meet that future with joy and miracles!

With love,

Ron

Charnley and I would like to spend time with as many of you as possible in the days ahead. I am happy to meet with you in your homes at any time or to find a time when the two of us can spend time with you socially! My cell number is 239-253-1512. I welcome your call!

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Community

From the Associate Minister

The setting was a beautifully set dining table with a wonderfully prepared meal. The conversation slowly moved from more lively discussion to more somber conversation about decisions that we will all make someday. What will they do when it is time for them to move out of the lovely home where we dined? Their kids are already insisting that they move to where they live so that they can care for them. But they do not want to. Why?

This church.

The setting was a restaurant on the beach. We laughed and casually enjoyed a stunning sunset over the Gulf and the clamor of people who have just returned from various places to live here for the winter. They soak in paradise all around us. Once again, different people, but similar topic. They share with me about how difficult it was to move both of their parents here and help care for them. How did they see their final days with no children to care for them?

This church.

You see, while it’s never very far from my mind, the understanding of community has been a topic of particular focus lately. Community for all of us. For the difficult days when we have to say goodbye to someone we love. For the joyful days when we celebrate a new life. Community where honesty abounds; even when it is uncomfortable for the person speaking the truth or the ones hearing it. When I think about community, there are a lot of things that come to my mind, but there is always one thing that comes to my mind first.

This church.

This summer, our choir sang a beautiful setting of a hymn by Shirley Erena Murray

(b.1931) entitled “A Place at the Table.” The third verse and refrain say this:

“For young and for old, a place at the table,

a voice to be heard, a part in the song,

the hands of a child in hands that are wrinkled,

for young and for old, the right to belong,

Refrain:

and God will delight when we are creators

of justice and joy, compassion and peace:

yes, God will delight when we are creators

of justice; justice and joy!”

God delights in so many things, why else would God have created us in God’s image and called us good? But with that creation, also comes responsibility. There are a lot of people in our community yearning for a community to which they can belong. I want to invite them to be a part of ours. Care to join me?

Rev. Dr. Dawson B. Taylor Associate Minister

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In This Issue...

November 2015

2 .......... From the Senior Minister

3 .......... From the Associate Minister

4 .......... Table of Contents

5 .......... Interfaith Thanksgiving ............ Experience

5 .......... The Angel Tree

6 .......... Moderator’s Report

6 .......... Board of Missions and ............ Outreach

7 .......... All Saints Day

7 .......... Ebenezer School

8-9 ...... Bazaar, November 7, 2015

10 ........ Music Notes

10-11 .. 2015-2016 Concerts

12 ........ Palette Pals

13 ........ Precious Cargo Academy

13 ........ Labyrinth

14-15 .. November Calendar

16-17 .. Youth Christian Education

18-21 .. Adult Enrichment Opportunities and Social Activities

22 ........ Bargain Box News

23 ........ The Green Space

24 ........ Book Recommendations

24 ......... November Lectionary

25 ........ New Member’s Page

26 ........ Condolences

26 ........ In Service to Our Country

27 ........ November Birthdays and Anniversaries

NUCC StaffMinistersRev. Dr. Ronald M. Patterson, Senior Minister

[email protected]

Rev. Dr. Dawson B. Taylor, Associate Minister [email protected]

Rev. Beverly Duncan, Assistant Minister [email protected]

Wendy Ackerman, Executive Assistant to Clergy [email protected]

Music MinistryDr. Becky Weese, Director of Music [email protected]

Jamie Hardesty, Assistant to the Director of Music

Christian EducationDr. Heather English, Adult CE [email protected]

Nancy Van Fleet, Director of CE

– Children & Youth [email protected]

Jane Coiné, Assistant Director of CE

– Children & Youth

AdministrationKary Sirken, Church Administrator

[email protected] Magiera, Finance Administrator

[email protected] Caldwell, Administrative Assistant [email protected] Simeone, Interim Publications Specialist [email protected] Falco, Production Manager, [email protected] Melick, Events CoordinatorPat McGee, Volunteer CoordinatorGeorgia Lundy, Sunday Fellowship/Kitchen CoordinatorDaniel Brower, FacilitiesRick McGinn, Facilities

Precious Cargo AcademyLeanne Badham, Director [email protected]

Bargain Box Thrift StoreSandy Goldstein, Manager (239) 262-3802

Correction: The dates for Rev. Dr. Ron Patterson’s farewell reception and dinner were incorrect in the October Issue. The correct dates can be found in the Moderator’s Report on page 6.

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Thanksgiving is an attitude of heart and mind that crosses cultural and religious divisions. Thanksgiving is a holiday shared by Americans of every religious tradition. On Sunday evening, November 22, 2015 at 7:00pm, members and leaders of the Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Baha’i, and Unitarian-Universalist faith traditions will join together for the Ninth Annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Service. This year’s celebration of thanks will be held at the Unitarian church.

Clergy, lay speakers, and musicians from Celebration Metropolitan Community Church of Naples, First Christian Church of Naples, The Islamic Center of Naples, Naples United Church of Christ, Temple Shalom of Naples, Baha’i faith, and the Unitarian Universalist Church will participate.

Together, they will join members of the Naples community in giving thanks for the blessings of family, nation and faith. This year’s theme will be homelessness, and the evening offering will be donated to Youth Haven to support their work helping homeless teens in Collier County.

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The Angel Tree is going up early this year – look for it in the Narthex the Sunday before Thanksgiving, November 22.

The Angel Tree Project, sponsored by the Women’s Fellowship, provides Christmas gifts to children in Collier County. The gifts will be going to two groups – the Immokalee Teen Age Parenting Program, and the families who receive diapers from Baby Basics on our campus.

The Teen Age Parenting Program is located at Immokalee High School. With this program, the Collier County School district seeks to improve the chances that teen parents and pregnant teens will earn a high school diploma, and to increase the students’ level of knowledge and skill in health care, parenting skills, and child growth and development. A daycare center cares for the babies while the mothers attend classes. This will be the 8th year that we have worked with this program. We know that it truly makes a difference in the lives of these young families.

Baby Basics is a non-profit organization that gives diapers to families throughout Collier County and in other parts of the country. The 35 families that receive diapers at NUCC will be treated to a Christmas party with cookies and gifts for the children.

Please stop by the tree and select an angel which will have the name of a child and a gift suggestion. Bring your gift back, wrapped and labeled with the angel, by Sunday, December 6. Donations for grocery gift certificates and other needs will also be gratefully accepted!

Thank you in advance for your support,Carol McArthy and the Angel Tree Committee

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Board of Mission and OutreachReport on the Guatamala Medical Clinic Project

Moderator’s ReportIt is hard to believe that summer is over and season is about to start. In August, we sent a letter to the membership from the search committee and myself about their recommendation to call the Reverend Dr. Dawson B. Taylor to be our next Senior Minister. His candidating sermon will be on Sunday, January 17, with a vote by members present after each service. On January 16, as is our tradition, there will be a reception in McSpadden Hall for all our members to chat with Dawson. Since most of our members know Dawson, I would encourage any members who don’t know him, or want to know him better, to set up a coffee or some other social function with some of your friends to get to know him.

As you are aware, Ron is retiring next spring. His last Sunday preaching will be April 3, 2016. We are planning several celebrations of his ministry including a reception in McSpadden on March 19, 2016 at 2 PM. We are also planning a dinner at an area club the evening of March 20, 2016. Tickets will go on sale for the dinner in early January, and seating will be limited to the first 300 who sign up. More details will be coming on these functions; but I wanted to give you time to put them on your calendar. If you have any questions please call me at our new home phone number, 239-254-1070.

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Construction is well underway.

Naples UCC is a truly remarkable community of caring people. As reported in the June-July issue, NUCC came together to raise funds for a 2,500 sq. ft. medical clinic facility in the San Martin region of Guatemala. We partnered again with People for Guatemala in a way that will soon bring medical service and care to 90,000 essentially “un-doctored” people. Final figures are in. We can report that we raised $132,803 – enough to cover the $130,000 projected construction cost of the facility and provide $2,803 toward equipment for the facility. Gifts came in all amounts from over 260 members and friends. Lois Werner, founder of People for Guatemala, recently sent pictures of the construction that began in September and is expected to take six to nine months. We will keep the congregation posted on how the construction is coming. Several of Lois’ pictures accompany this article. All of them will be available in the Mission and Outreach section of our Website and also on display at the church. You will see the “Thank You NUCC“ banner displayed on the loader that helped level the land at the beginning of the project. Lois asks that we extend their most sincere thanks to everyone at NUCC for making this project a reality. She closed a recent e-mail saying, “I pray every day that God continues to bless our work.” Rest assured that your willingness to help will make a real difference in the lives of our brothers and sisters in Guatemala.

THANK YOU

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All Saints Day Memorial List and Evening ServiceOn Sunday, November 1, during both morning worship services, we will be remember-ing our loved ones who passed from this life in the last year. Sunday evening please know you are invited to the Gates Chapel for the annual All Saints evening candlelight service at 5:30.

In Memoriam

School Days!Classes at the Ebenezer school in Honduras are now three-quarters into the year, with exams and final days the end of November. Presently there are 91 children registered, and attending quite regularly, despite the endless problem of security in the streets. Here is a breakdown of classroom numbers:

GRADE .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. TOTAL STUDENTS

PRE-KINDER .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .0

KINDER .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .0

PREPARATORY .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .9

PRIMERO . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 19

SEGUNDO .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 15

TERCERO . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 10

CUARTO.. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .9

QUINTO.. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .2

SEXTO .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .9

SEPTIMO . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 18

OCTAVO.. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .4

NOVENO . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .5

TOTAL .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 91

The violence in Honduras goes on. Gunfire in the streets, gang warfare, drugs and crime everywhere. A basic problem is corruption in the police and failure to arrest perpetrators of the crime.

Lavinia, the school’s director, writes, however, that the children pay attention to studies, behave, enjoy their friends and teachers, and cope with the situation of insecurity.

All students are learning with computers and using programs in both English and Spanish, although there is limited exposure to the Internet. However, with this basic knowledge they will be more up-to-date and comfortable in today’s world.

It is the concern and generosity of members and friends of NUCC that gives these children the opportunity for an education at Ebenezer. They are from families that lack enough food for the table. There is no money for schooling.

Appreciate the wonder of this gift.

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Holiday BAZAAR, November 7, 2015, 8 am - 2 pm

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mBRING COOKIES, CASSEROLES, PIES, CAKES, BREADS, APPETIZERS, SOUPS, CHUTNEYS, SALSA, JAMS! On Friday, please!

BRING LINENS AND JEWELRY as soon as possible!

BRING “HARDLY USED”, “SLIGHTLY USED”, “GARAGE SALE” ITEMS OF ANY KIND

Anytime! (Or call 659-5312 for pick-up if needed)

DONATE A SERVICE THAT CAN BE A PART OF THE SILENT AUCTION!

PICK UP A POSTER TO HANG IN YOUR CONDO OR GYM OR WHEREVER!

ADVERTISING BRINGS BUYERS!

BRING YOUR CRAFTED ITEMS TO SHARE!

DONATE MONEY TO HELP DEFRAY EXPENSES!

COME AND SHOP! ENJOY THE FELLOWSHIP!

Buy and Enjoy!Christmas decorations, cheese, pecans, pillows, dolls and toys, Christmas

ornaments, gifts for family and friends, stuffed dolls, books and animals, jewelry, food, cookies, wall hangings, placemats, tree skirts, hand painted note cards, elegant linens, hand made crafts of various kinds – purses, bulletin boards,

aprons, stocking stuffers, scarves, little girls dresses, belts, bracelets, baby quilts; next to new items, typical garage sale items, a silent auction, a theme tabletop Christmas tree raffle, food to eat for breakfast, coffee break, and lunch, music –

what more could you ask for a Saturday activity?

YOU ARE NEEDED TO MAKE THIS A SUCCESS!

Don’t Forget!

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Why is the Bazaar important?

Best of all is the fellowship! Around 150 volunteers participate in this event! What a great way to meet new people! It is one time when everyone can work together for the same purpose – in a variety of ways!

Every one of us has a talent of some kind! This is a way to use that talent for the benefit of our community!

It’s short term! You are not committing yourself to weeks or months or to an ongoing project. It is one day!

Our Bazaar is known in the community – and is one of the best – if not THE best! This is good community public relations!

The profit from the Bazaar is given to our community! In cooperation with our Missions Board, the Women’s Fellowship has designated money to a variety of missions.

- Have you ever seen the Precious Cargo “strollers” that carry six children? The very first of these was purchased with Bazaar funds!

- The scholarship fund of Precious Cargo has been a regular recipient, as has our own Ebenezer School.

- Baby Basics, Immokalee Friendship House, Center for Missing Children in Collier County, ECHO, Fresh Start, Grace Place, Senior Friendship Center Health Service, Camp Boggy Creek, Naples Equestrian Challenge, Hurricane Relief, Back Bay Mission - all are among missions receiving donations from these funds at some point.

- Funds were given to our youth group to help fund their mission trip the past three years.

Our own church benefits financially.

- Special items for the church kitchen have been purchased – like carts, tables, chairs, tablecloths, table skirts and special equipment!

- The organ fund, the “Dream” campaign, and the parlor furnishings , and the newest capital campaign – all have been recipients over the years!

This event needs YOU –

Without your donations, we have nothing to sell!

Without volunteers – the event cannot take place!

Without buyers, we have a room filled with wonderful items!

DONATE, VOLUNTEER, BUY

CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED.

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The Music Committee is pleased to report that again, we look forward to a season of inspirational music at our worship services, two series of concerts performed by exciting, varied artists/groups, and other enjoyable musical events. Although several of the concerts will require the purchase of a ticket for admission, we are happy to report that some of the musical events this season will be free. On these pages, you will find the entire schedule, listing the concert performers and dates of the concerts.

Although, our Director of Music has been very busy making the arrangements for the worship music and the concerts for the upcoming season, she was able to participate in a regional meeting of the American Guild of Organists in Charlotte, NC. The NUCC budget supports annual continuing education for the Director of Music, a wise investment of resources. Our music program benefits from the refreshment and exchange of ideas that occur at such meetings.

I wish to remind you that your pledges/ contributions to the annual NUCC operating budget provide the basics for the NUCC music program—staff salaries, choir accompanists, new music, organ/ piano maintenance, etc. But the special music that enhances our worship is supported by the Music Gift Fund. We thank you for your past generous support of the Music Gift Fund. Your continued support of the Music Gift Fund will allow special music to continue to enrich worship. The Music CommitteeLou Fischer, Chair

December 8, 2015Trinity-by-the-Cove

January 12, 2016Duo Pianists Dr. Catherine Lan Tao Lin

February 23, 2016Frank Almond Concertmaster Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra

March 22, 2016Chrysalis Rebecca Richardson, soprano Mary Bowden, trumpet Troy Chang, cello Milana Strezeva, piano

Programs begin at 7:00 p.m. in Beverly Hall $30.00 per ticket

Photo by Nigel Parry/CPI

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Tuesday, November 17Th aT 7:00pm in the Sanctuary.

Geoffrey Day, violin Lan Lam, piano

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Tuesday, January 19th, 7:00 pm “For the Love of Broadway”

Tuesday, March 8th, 7:00 pm “For the Love of Opera”Ed Pember, baritone$20.00 ~ Tickets

Sunday, February 21st, Two Identical Concerts: 3:00 pm and 5:00 pm

Naples Harp Ensemble Their Greatest HitsFree ConcertGuest Vocalist ~ Zofia MajewskiDirected by Dickie Fleisher, Principal Harpist of the The Naples Philharmonic Orchestra

Water color by Cheng-Khee Chee2015 - 2016Concert SeriesSanctuary

In the Sanctuary, Tuesdays at noon Dr. Becky Weese, organ and piano

Pastoral Staff, homily

December 1stLeelo Basham, flute

December 8thJessica Van Ord, soprano

December 15thAdam Satinsky, cello

Advent Meditations0

Ken is the Director of Music and Organist at Marble Collegiate Church in NYC

Friday, February 5th, 7:00 pmKenneth Dake, organistFree will offering

Sunday, February 7th, 2:00pm

Tur tle Concer tIn honor of “Tur tles on the Town”

Free Concert Featuring NUCC Sanctuary Choir accom-panied by a chamber orchestra, NUCC Children’s Choirs, and The Whizpops and their award winning song, “A Sea Turtle”.

Lenten Meditations0March 1st

Ed Pember, baritone

March 8thAndrew Snedeker, oboe

March 15thRebecca Richardson,

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March 22ndGlenn Basham, violin


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Palette Pals

Save the date for an exciting day trip to

Miami Beach, sponsored by Palette Pals!Friday, December 4 - Deadline for reservations – November 15

Art Basel – Miami Beach is an internationally acclaimed art exhibition of modern and contemporary artworks from North and South America, Europe, Asia, and Africa. Come join Palette Pals for a round-trip bus, social, and creative adventure.

We will meet and board the bus at 8:15am.The bus will leave the parking lot promptly at 8:30am. We will have a “comfort stop” at the half-way mark at a rest area on Alligator Alley, arriving at Miami Beach Convention Center at 11:00am. Doors to the exhibit will open at 12:00 noon, leaving time for late breakfast or early lunch before entering the exhibit hall.

Everyone will be on their own for lunch and pace for viewing the exhibit.

The bus will pick us up at 6:00pm, for return to Naples, arriving at 7:30-8:00pm.

Also note that there are several other venues that some of our group would like to visit before the Art Basel exhibit. Our bus driver is very flexible and will be able to accommodate our extra transportation needs without any additional cost. However, there may be some extra fees for admittance, which can be purchased at the door.

Deadline for reservations is November 15.

This is an ideal time to enjoy the camaraderie with other artists, be inspired by cutting-edge art from around the world and “leave the driving to someone else.” Bring a spouse, friend, or other art enthusiasts for a trip you will not want to miss.

Reservation Form

Name (s):_________________________________________________________________________________

Ph. No:______________________cell no._______________________ email:___________________________

No. of seats___________

Make checks payable to: Naples United Church of Christ – for: Palette Pals Art Basel Exhibit

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Set aside time to prepare for the season of Thanksgiving with a labyrinth walk on Thursday, November 19 at 4 PM.

Walking the labyrinth is a way to reflect on our many blessings during this season of gratitude. At harvest time, may we be reminded to give thanks for the bounty and beauty of the earth, for the gift of breath, air, water, daylight and moonlight.

Members of the Labyrinth Ministry Committee will offer some thoughts on “Gratitude” before guiding a meditative walk on our beautiful NUCC outdoor labyrinth. Come and join us!

“This is the importance of the labyrinth: No matter where we are in our own life’s journey….we may glimpse the Divine. The only requirement on the labyrinth is to put one foot in front of the other.” From Walking a Sacred Path by Lauren Artress.

Kathe Rhinesmith, Labyrinth Ministry Committee

This school year has started off wonderfully, and our new students have adjusted well. The classrooms are full, engaging, and inviting as the teachers prepare for the joy of the holiday season. The children are enjoying our new on-campus library, and STEM Laboratory (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), and our infants are learning to communicate through the use of baby sign language.

As the busy season is upon us, we are greatly looking forward to the return of our NUCC volunteers. The teachers truly appreciate the extra support in the classrooms, and the children love having guest visitors. We will be hosting another Volunteer Orientation soon, so please stay on the lookout in the church bulletin. If you are interested in joining us as a volunteer, or in learning more information about Precious Cargo, please call the school at 239-261-7442, or email me directly at [email protected]. Volunteer opportunities vary from rocking babies, reading stories to preschoolers, or simply assisting the teacher in the classroom. We thank all of our generous volunteers, and welcome any new faces!

Also, as we prepare for this event-filled time of year, we are accepting candy donations. Candy is used for our students during our Christmas Festival and for distributing at the Naples Downtown Christmas Parade. All candy must be nut free. The following brands are allergy free: Tootsie Roll, Skittles, and Starburst. We thank you for your generosity!

Warm Regards, Leanne Badham, Director

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(P) 5:30pm All Saints Service (GC/MG) 6:00pm Youth Group @ Seagate Beach

9:30am Monday Morning Ladies (N104) 9:30am Yoga with Shannon Danford (BH) 10:00am Palette Pals Meeting (Art Room) 4:30pm Baby Basics Diaper Pick-Up (WH) 4:30pm Baby Basics Meeting (N-101) 6:45pm Voices of Naples Practice (S)

8:30am Final Budget Review (N-104) 10:00am “Our Favorite Psalms” with Charnley Marsden (N-101) 2:00pm “Taking Liberties” Book Study with Dr. Patterson (N-104) 2:00pm Old Testament Video Series by Amy-Jill Levine with Rev. Duncan (N-101) 3:00pm Prayer Shawl Ministry (P) 6:30pm Board of Christian Education Meeting (N-101) 6:30pm Diaconate Meeting (ACR)

9:00am Worship Service (S)10:00am Stephen Ministry Pastoral Care (P)11:00am Worship Service (S)12:00pm Stephen Ministry Pastoral Care (P)12:30pm Single Seniors Lunch3:00pm Britton Memorial Service and Reception (S/GP)

9:30am Monday Morning Ladies (N-104)9:30am Yoga with Shannon Danford (BH)5:00pm GLSEN Meeting (N-104)6:45pm Voices of Naples Practice (S)

9:00am NUCC Cares Meeting (N-104)10:00am “Our Favorite Psalms” with Charnley Marsden (N-101)1:00pm Music Committee Meeting (ACR)1:00pm Social Committee Meeting (N-104)2:00pm Old Testament Video Series by Amy-Jill Levine with Rev. Duncan (N-101)3:00pm Precious Cargo Meeting (ACR)3:00pm Membership and Growth (N-104)3:30pm Labrynth Committee Meeting (N-101)

9:00am Worship Service (S)10:00am Stephen Ministry Pastoral Care (P)11:00am Worship Service (S)12:00pm Stephen Ministry Pastoral Care (P)5:00pm NYE Parent Meeting (N-101)6:00pm Youth Group (N-104)

9:30am Monday Morning Ladies (N-104)9:30am Yoga with Shannon Danford (BH)1:00pm Dominoes Class (MH)6:00pm Trustees (N-104)6:45pm Voices of Naples Practice (S)

10:00am “Our Favorite Psalms” with Charnley Marsden (N-101)1:00pm MahJongg Rule Refresher (N-205)2:00pm Old Testament Video Series by Amy-Jill Levine with Rev. Duncan (N-101)6:30pm Executive Committee of the Council Meeting (ACR)7:00pm Concert (Sanctuary) Geoffrey Day, violin Lan Lam, piano7:00pm NYE Parent Meeting (N-101)

9:00am Family Worship Service (S)10:00am Stephen Ministry Pastoral Care (P)11:00am Worship Service (S)12:00pm Stephen Ministry Pastoral Care (P)3:00pm VON Messiah Concert (S)7:00pm Interfaith Thanksgiving Service (Unitarian Church)

9:30am Monday Morning Ladies (N-104)9:30am Yoga with Shannon Danford (BH)2:00pm Book Club (N-104)6:45pm Voices of Naples Practice (S)

FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT9:00am Worship Service (S)10:00am Visitor Information Brunch (N-104)10:00am Stephen Ministry Pastoral Care (P)11:00am Worship Service (S)12:00pm Visitor Information Brunch (N-104)12:00pm Stephen Ministry Pastoral Care (P)

9:30am Monday Morning Ladies (N-104)9:30am Yoga with Shannon Danford (BH)3:00pm FGCU/Baby Basics Meeting (N-207)

7:00pm Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal (BH/S)

(ACR) - Administrative Conference Room (BH) - Beverly Hall (GC) - Gates Chapel

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Church Bazaar Set-Up (All Day)

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Church Bazaar Set-Up (All Day)12:00pm Al Anon Meeting (N-207)

6:00pm Youth Group Lock-In

Church Bazaar (8:00a.m.-2:00p.m.)

11:00am Patio Cafe Youth Fundraiser at the Bazaar

4:00pm Building Committee Meeting (N-104)3:30pm Junior Disciples (N-207) 4:00pm Children’s Choir: Pre-K-1st Grade (BH) 4:30pm Children’s Choir: Grades 2-5 (BH)7:00pm Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal (BH/S)

9:30am Yoga with Shannon Danford (BH) 1:00pm Board of Missions and Outreach (N-104) 6:00pm PCA Training - Parent Training Nutrition (N-207)

12:00pm Al Anon Meeting (N-104)

1:00pm Dominoes Class (N-205)3:30pm Junior Disciples (N-207) 4:00pm Children’s Choir: Pre-K-1st Grade (BH) 4:30pm Children’s Choir: Grades 2-5 (BH)5:45pm WNL Dinner (MH)7:00pm Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal (BH/S)

8:30am LRP Meeting (ACR) 9:00am NUCC Cares Soup Preparation (N-K)9:30am Yoga with Shannon Danford (BH)10:00am Men’s Coffee and Conversation (N-104)10:00am Women’s Coffee and Conversation (N-101)1:00pm MahJongg (N-205)2:15pm Bargain Box Committee Meeting (ACR)7:00pm PFLAG Meeting (N-104)

12:00pm Al Anon Meeting (N-104)3:00pm Jane Thomson Memorial Service (S)

9:00am VON Messiah Practice (S) 2:00pm Elizabeth Grace Scott Memorial Service (S)

(office closed)10:00am Frank Harris Internment (MG)

THANKSGIVING DAY

(office closed)

(MG) - Memorial Garden (MH) - McSpadden Hall (N) - Nelson Hall (P) - Parlor (S) - Sanctuary (WH) - White House


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Youth Christian EducationGreetings to all! Last year, we launched the “Mindful and Faithful Eating” initiative which was a resolution passed at General Synod 28 in 2011. It addressed how our dietary choices can have profound impact on our bodies, our environment, and on animal welfare. When I first learned about this resolution at the 2013 General Synod, we began to think about our children and youth and the message we send to them by the food choices we provide in our programming. We have a safe church policy, but does this policy also include food choices that are not only “safe” but also address ways in which we can practice our faith at the table? That was the question that brought us to the realization that we need think about how this affects our programs. Of course, this is a work in progress, but we have made great strides to send a message to our children that eating can be an opportunity to thoughtfully live out our faith and practice justice in our day-to-day eating habits. We also bring an awareness to the ways we use food to extend hospitality and enrich relationships.

In the Gathering Area, you will notice our Urban Garden, which allowed us the opportunity to talk about how difficult it may be for individuals around the world to have access to fresh, heathy food. An urban garden provides people with the freshest produce while decreasing the “food miles” associated with long-distance transportation. Our Mindful and Faithful segment is taught by Christine Sullivan (mother of Lucia, one of our Junior Disciples), who is a Corporate Wellness Consultant from Seize the Day Wellness. She brings our children into the kitchen to talk about food choices and the health of our bodies. And, our snacks at Junior Disciples include fresh fruits and foods that do not have artificial flavors or colors, added sugars or sweeteners, and no GMOs.

In life it is important that all of us ask questions such as “How is food sharing sacramental?” “How can food nurture my body?” “How are my food choices impacting the environment?” As a church we can ask, “How can we discern God’s call in all of this?” Not only are we honoring the polity of the UCC, but we are being mindful of God’s creation and our responsibility in all of this.

Blessings,Nancy Van FleetCE Director, Children and Youth

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Youth Group Meeting

Homework Help

Homework Help at Junior Disciples

Youth in worship on World Communion Sunday

Youth bringing up bread onWorld Communion Sunday

Children singing on World Communion Sunday

Youth serving on World Communion Sunday

Junior Disciples

Young ones in Sunday school

Mission Moment

Youth Group

Stuffing Adult Enrichment Brochures into envelopes for mailing.

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Church CookbookMonday Morning Ladies are sponsoring the publication of a NUCC cookbook. This “one-of-a-kind” book would be on sale at the Bazaar in 2016. It will include YOUR favorite recipe as well as a section with the recipes for the delicious soups made by NUCC Cares. So...YOU need to provide us with two or three of your favorite recipes in any food category - appetizers, salads, entrees, desserts, etc - name attached. They can be dropped off at the church to Kaleigh, e-mailed to [email protected] or mailed to the church. We would appreciate the recipes as soon as possible - if we can have the book printed during “down” times, we can get it cheaper!

Middlers Plus Off-Campus Social Activities Welcome-Back Dinner Buffet Royal Poinciana Golf Club Sunday, November 8 5:45 PM Cocktails 6:30 PM Dinner

Price: $44 per person

Hosted by Bill and Sally Hall

Theatre Tickets Theatre Zone at the G & L Theatre at the Community School of Naples

Sunday, January 17 “Sweet Smell of Success” $48 per person.

Sunday, May 1 “Dames at Sea” $48 per person.

Registration forms and infoformation will be available inthe Middlers Plus mailbox or on Sunday mornings in the Gathering Place.

For questions, contact Bobbi Richardson: 239-207-6615.

Adult Enrichment OpportunitiesMonday Morning LadiesThis group meets weekly on Monday mornings year-round - 9:30 a.m. -12:00 p.m. (Approximately) to produce a wide variety of different kinds of projects for the annual Bazaar. Knitting, crocheting, cross stitch, needlepoint, machine and hand sewing, beading (and other craft forms) and produce everything from scarves and caps and mittens to pillows and bibs and children’s dresses and toys to pot holders and dishcloths and exquisite quilts! Christmas trees - wreaths - Christmas ornaments - stockings - tree skirts - jewelry - all find their way onto the Bazaar tables! The group regularly enjoys lunch out! Everyone is welcome - come and we’ll find a project for you! You will enjoy the friendly conversation!

NewComers’ DinnersSecond Thursday of each month at 6:00 p.m. For the first eighteen months of membership, new members are invited to a monthly dinner as a way of getting acquainted and forming friendships. During the winter and spring, these dinners are usually potlucks held at a private home or a community room. During the summer, the dinners are usually held at a restaurant. Invitations are mailed to eligible members. Make reservations by calling the church. Dinners are sponsored by the Membership and Growth Committee.

Prayer Shawl MinistryFirst Tuesday of the month at 3:00 p.m. Prayer Shawl Ministry is a wonderful outreach to people who need solace in the form of comfort through a hand-knit or crocheted shawl. We knit/crochet, visit, and bless the furnished shawls. Please join us and we’ll give you instructions for making shawls that are so appreciated by those who receive them.

Women’s FellowshipThis group is open to all women of the church -- a great way to meet new people and enjoy old friendships! Potluck luncheons (salad, sandwich, dessert) with a program are held three times a year. Sign-up is available in the Gathering Place on Sundays or by calling the church office -- necessary only for adequate table space! Luncheons are at 11:30 a.m. Try it -- you’ll like it! Save the Date! November 7,2015.

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Our Favorite PsalmsMs Charnley MarsdenDescription: Reading together the Psalms that have been meaningful to the class participants, and reflecting on the message they bring to our lives.

Bio: Ms. Charnley Marsden graduated from Smith College with a major in religion. She has been active in the United Church of Christ all her life in Massachusetts, Seattle, New York City and Naples. She is marred to the Rev. Dr. Ronald Patterson.

Dates: Tuesdays (Oct. 13 – Nov. 17) 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Cost: None

Registration: Not required, all are welcome.

Taking Liberties: Why Religious Freedom Doesn’t Give You the Right to Tell Other People What to DoRev. Dr. Ronald Patterson, Senior MinisterDescription: Using Robert Boston’s new book on the Separation of Church and State, Dr. Patterson will engage participants in a wide ranging discussion of the param-eters of religious freedom and the arguments currently being made by some religious group suggesting that their religious freedom is somehow threatened by recent court decisions. We will look at issues including controversy over birth control, same-sex marriage, religion in the public schools and the ‘war on Christmas.’ Boston is the director of communications for Americans United for Separation of Church and State.

Dates: Tuesdays (Oct. 13 – Nov. 3) 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. OR Wednesdays (Oct. 14 – Nov. 4) 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. (Identical afternoon and evening classes)

Cost: $15.00 per book (limited copies are available in the church office or you can order the book or the e-book yourself)


The Blue Zones: 9 Lessons for Living Longer from the People Who’ve Lived the LongestRev. Dr. Dawson B. Taylor, Associate MinisterDescription: Since publishing his bestselling The Blue Zones, longevity expert and National Geographic Explorer Dan Buettner has discovered a new Blue Zone and launched a major public health initiative to transform cities based on principles from this book. The Blue Zones, Second Edition is completely updated and expands his bestselling classic on longevity, drawing on his research from extraordinarily long-lived communities--Blue Zones--around the globe to highlight the lifestyle, diet, outlook, and stress-coping practices that will add years to your life and life to your years. A long, healthy life is no accident. It begins with good genes, but it also depends on good habits. If you adopt the right lifestyle, experts say, chances are you may live up to a decade longer. He found that the recipe for longevity is deeply intertwined with community, lifestyle, and spirituality. People live longer and healthier by embracing a few simple but powerful habits, and by creating the right community around themselves. It’s not coincidence that the way they eat, interact with each other, shed stress, heal themselves, avoid disease, and view their world yield them more good years of life. Join Associate Minister, Rev. Dr. Dawson B. Taylor to not only discuss this groundbreaking book and study but to discuss the implications of what this could mean as Collier County considers becoming a Blue Zone.

Dates: Wednesdays (Oct. 14- Nov. 4) 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. OR Thursdays (Oct. 15 – Nov. 5) 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. (Identical evening and morning classes)

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Video Series and Discussion: The Old Testament with Dr. Amy-Jill LevineRev. Beverly Duncan, Assistant MinisterThis is a video course of half-hour lectures by Dr. Levine on the stories and events of the Old Testament (Hebrew Scriptures). The series will take place over 12 weeks, beginning on Tuesday, October 20, from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. and continue, with holiday breaks, through Tuesday, January 26. Come to all or some sessions as you are able. Participants will receive outline summaries of each fascinating lecture.

Background: Professor Amy-Jill Levine will be NUCC’s featured presenter and preacher the weekend of February 26-28, 2016. Amy-Jill is a renowned biblical scholar, teacher, and spellbinding lecturer. She describes herself as a “Yankee Jewish feminist who teaches in a predominantly Christian divinity school in the buckle of the Bible Belt.” Needless to say, she combines her matchless biblical scholarship with a keen sense of humor.

Time and Place: Tuesdays, 2:00 to 3:30 in Nelson Hall, Room 101

Dates: November 3, 10, 17; December 1, 8, 15; January 5, 12, 19, 26

There is no cost, and preregistration is not required. All are welcome!

History and Theology of the United Church of ChristRev. Dr. Patterson, Rev. Dr. Taylor and/or Rev. DuncanDescription: This single-session class offers an over-view of the United Church of Christ’s history, theology, and core beliefs. Facilitated by one of our ministers, it provides an opportunity for open discussion and questions. Ideal for those considering membership or seeking to learn more about our denomination.

Dates: Mondays (Nov. 30, Jan. 11, Mar. 7 or April 11) 2:00 or 7:00p.m.

Cost: None


Men’s Coffee and ConversationRev. Dr. Ronald Patterson, Senior Minister or Rev. Dr. Dawson Taylor, Associate MinisterDescription: Men of the church are invited to partake of coffee and good conversation at the same time as the women are meeting. There is an announced topic for which articles of interest and preparation are made available ahead of time in the church office. We will give some thought to how our Christianity informs our perspective on the topic at hand as well as our conversational interactions with one another. (Participants are also invited to share lunch together after the meeting.)November 19 Topic: As a citizen of the global community,“Are you an Optimist or a Pessimist?” Come prepared to document and say why; and how does your Christian faith inform your view? Articles to get you thinking are available in the church office. Dates: Thursdays (once a month) 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. Cost: NoneRegistration: Not required, all are welcome.

Women’s Coffee and ConversationRev. Beverly Duncan, Assistant MinisterDescription: Women of the church are invited to partake of coffee and good conversation at the same time as the men are meeting. There is an announced topic for which articles of interest and preparation are made available ahead of time in the church office. We will give some thought to how our Christianity informs our perspective on the topic at hand as well as our conversational interactions with one another. November 19 Topic: As a citizen of the global community, “Are you an Optimist or a Pessimist?” Come prepared to document and say why; and how does your Christian faith inform your view? Articles to get you thinking are available in the church office.Dates: Thursdays (once a month) 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. Cost: NoneRegistration: Not required, all are welcome.

NUCC Book ClubMs. Candy Nordland, Book Club CoordinatorDescription: Explore a new book each month alongside other book lovers. Each session is led by a different member of the group.Dates: Mondays (monthly) 2:00 pm Nov. 23: Being Mortal written by Atul Gawande

Discussion led by Charnley Marsden Cost: book prices varyRegistration: Not required, all are welcome.

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Social CommitteeSo you can look ahead on your calendar! Take note of these coming activities! And sign up early!

Games Mahjong Classes

Do you play mahjongg?Would you like a refresher on the rules and strategy? Try this one day rules refresher class on November 17, 2015 at 1 p.m. Cost is $18 payable by November 15, 2015. The class is limited to 12 partici-pants.

And - don’t forget - we play mahjongg every Thursday in Nelson Hall room 205 at 1 p.m.

Come join us! No sign-up necessary!

Dominoes

Want to learn to play this fun game? Classes are being held on November 16 and 18, 2015 at 1 p.m. cost is $25 payable by November 11, 2015.

Bus tripThe first trip of the season will be to Mt. Dora to see the Christmas Lights. This is an overnight trip, December 9-10, 2015. The cost is $249 per person double occu-pancy and $299 single occupancy. This includes the round trip bus ride to Mt. Dora, overnight accommodations, dinner and nighttime trolley tour of the lights, breakfast at the Lakeside Inn in historic Mt. Dora. Shopping and lunch on your own the morning of Dec. 10, then the bus takes us to the Lakeridge Winery Tour and Tasting on the way back to Naples. The bus leaves from the Village Walk gated community on Vanderbilt Beach Road at 7 a.m. on Dec. 9 and returns approximately 7 p.m. on December 10. This trip is limited to 20 persons. Dead-line for payment and/or cancellation is November 25, 2015. If you have any questions, call Stephanie McClung at 239-734-1249.

Introduction to the Life and Mission of Naples UCC Membership CommitteeDescription: This single-session class covers a wide range of topics important to the workings and activities of Naples United Church of Christ. Each is facilitated by our congregation’s moderator and features information from chairpersons of several of our boards and committees. Come learn about the many opportunities to participate in our church, including our outreach in a casual and conversational setting.

Dates: Sundays (November 1, December 13, January 24, March 20, April 24) 10:00 a.m.

Cost: None


YogaShannon Danford, Yoga InstructorDescription: Yoga is the practice of stilling the body and quieting the mind in preparation for meditation. While it may sound foreign, meditation is the other half of prayer. It is the “be still and know that I am” practice of listening.

Bio: Shannon Danford has been teaching yoga for five years and practicing for seven years. She is determined to do a headstand on her 125th birthday.

Date: Mondays & Thursdays

(October 19, 2015 – May 26, 2016) 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Bring a yoga mat with you and a block (if you have one)

Cost: $10.00 per session.

Registration: Not required. All are welcome.


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Fall is in the air. Of course, that means season is here. The summer is so quiet. We really look forward to the next few months!

What would we do if we didn’t have all of our volunteers to help? We have been desperately trying to recruit more volunteers. Maybe it would be helpful if we gave you an idea of what jobs are available: 1. Cashiering. It isn’t hard. The register does the hard part for you. 2. Being the store librarian. 3. Ironing. 4. Sorting and pricing clothing. 5. Selling jewelry. 6. Sorting and pricing linens. 7. Light dusting. 8. Putting clothes out in designated areas. 9. Sorting and pricing house wares. 10. Helping to maintain the store and straightening rack. 11. Helping customers.

The most important thing we do here is make friends with other volunteers and customers. The social aspect of volunteering can be very fulfilling along with knowing you are working to help people buy inexpensive, good-quality clothing and furnishings. Please look at your schedule and give us a call 262-3802. Bring a friend along and have twice the fun.

We are surprised when someone from the congregation has to ask for directions to the store. We are the Naples United Church of Christ Bargain Box and hope you all use our name daily!

The Bargain Box

~ Sandy, Bargain Box Manager, 153 10th St S, Naples, FL 34102

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Tips to Reduce YOUR Carbon Footprint

The Green Space

Last month we learned about the impact of our carbon imprint (the total amount of carbon dioxide a person contrib-utes to the environment). This month we’ll look at some ways we can shrink that footprint:

1. By buying locally grown organic food we can reduce the amount of fertilizer needed to grow our food and the amount of petroleum-based fuel needed to transport that food to market .

2. Most of us drive automobiles which are major contributors to our carbon footprint. Driving at the speed limit and reducing unnecessary acceleration can increase gas mileage and increase fuel economy. Keeping tires properly inflated, using the correct grade of motor oil, keeping your engine tuned, and traveling when traffic is light to avoid traffic jams will all help to conserve energy.

3. Check the Internet and subscribe to a service that reduces the amount of junk mail and unwanted catalogues you receive. For a small fee these services will contact direct mail companies and have your name removed from lists in-cluding catalogues and charities that you specify. One provider is 41 Pounds.org and there are others available on line. The energy used in the US to produce, deliver and dispose of junk mail produces more greenhouse gas emissions than 2.8 million cars.

4. When replacing home appliances look for the ENERGY STAR label that designates superior efficiency.

5. Install a programmable thermostat that will turn off the heat/air conditioner when you are not home.

6. TURN OFF LIGHTS, COMPUTERS AND PRINTERS WHEN NOT IN USE! We can do this!

7. Reuse and Recycle…it takes energy to manufacture, transport, and dispose of consumer products and packaging, building components, and passenger vehicles. By buying used products and reselling or recycling items you no longer use, you can make a major reduction in our footprint.

If everyone takes the same steps you do, collectively we can all have a major impact in reducing the world’s carbon dioxide. Remember, a small team of people put a man on the moon. Imagine what could happen if we all took “One small step”…….. to save the planet.

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Book Recommendations~ Recommended by Don Snyder

God at 2000 by Marcus Borg and Ross Mackenzie

Seven well-known religious thinkers and authors, representing the three major western religions, were asked to speak on the subject, “From your lifetime of study, reflection, and experience, what have you learned about God that seems most important to you?” This book summarizes the thoughts of Marcus Borg, Diana Eck, Lawrence Kushner, Joan Chittister, Seyyed Hossein Nasr, Karen Armstrong, and Desmond Tutu.

The Art of Serenity: The Path to a Joyful Life in the Best and Worst of Times by T. Byram Karasu The author fashions a spiritual guide to help suffering people find genuine happiness and “an extraordinary and permanent joyful serenity.” His message is a simple one: such serenity comes from loving others, loving one’s work and belonging to a community, and from being able to believe in unity, the sacred, and the possibility of transformation.

Finding Jesus Outside the Box by Jarrod Cochran

This book can be a helpful tool to those spiritual seekers who love Jesus despite the actions of his followers. This is an excellent guide for those who are leaving fundamentalist Christianity behind and would like to keep the good parts of their faith while abandoning the things that don’t work.

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November 1(All Saints Day)

Wisdom of Solomon 3:1-9 or Isaiah 25:6-9 * Ps 24 Revelation 21:1-6a

John 11:32-44

November 8(Twenty-Fourth Sunday

after Pentacost)Ruth 3:1-5*Ps127 or

1Kings 17:8-16*Ps 146 Heb 9:24-28

Mark 12:38-44

November 26 (Thanksgiving Day)

Joel 2:21-27*Ps 126 1 Timothy 2:1-7 Matthew 6:25-33

November 15(Twenty-fifth Sunday

after Pentecost) 1 Samuel 1:4-20

1 Samuel 2:1-10 or Daniel 12:1-3*Ps16

Heb 10:11-14, (15-18), 19-25

Mark 13:1-8

November 22(Twenty-sixth Sunday

after Pentecost) 2 Samuel 23:1-7*Ps 132:

1-12, (13-18) or Daniel 7:9-10, 13-14*Ps 93

Revelation 1:4b-8 John 18:33-37

November LectionaryOur music and worship resources each Sunday are based on the lectionary readings. The lectionary is a

three-year cycle, which takes the reader through all the major themes in the Bible. Use these readings

to prepare for Sunday and for your private devotions.

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The new members welcomed into our congregation on October 25.Visitor Information Brunches, UCC Classes, New Member Sundays

Please call the church office for information, (239) 261-5469.

2015November 1 Introduction to the Life & Mission of NUCC 10:00 am NH104* 29 Visitor Information Brunch NH104 30 History and Theology of the UCC 2:00 pm & 7:00 pm NH101

December 6 New Member Sunday 13 Introduction to the Life and Mission of NUCC

(following the 9:00 AM service) NH1042016

January 3 Visitor Information Brunch following both services NH104 4 History and Theology of the UCC 2:00 pm & 7:00 pm NH101 10 New Member Sunday 24 Introduction to the Life & Mission of NUCC 10:00 am NH104

March 6 Visitor Information Brunch after both services NH104 7 History and Theology of the UCC 2:00 pm & 7:00 pm NH101 13 New Member Sunday 20 Introduction to the Life & Mission of NUCC 10:00 am NH104

April 10 Visitor Information Brunches after both services NH104 11 History and Theolgy of the UCC 2:00 pm & 7:00 pm NH101 17 New Member Sunday 24 Introduction to the Life & Mission of the UCC NH104

*NH - Nelson Hall

Patrick Orcutt & Keith Priemer

Nancy Groves Harper

Sherry & Ron Palmer

Susan Kay Leanues

Howard & Debbie BestJulie BuddrusCharles & Susan Ferrone

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In Service to Our Country:Clayton Pisani

We include in our prayers all who are serving our nation,

including all loved ones of congregation members and friends.

To David Collier and family, on the loss of his mother, Dot

To the friends and family of Ian Wright

To Shannon Danford and family, on the loss of her aunt, Grace Beatrice Clark

To the friends and family of Jerry Hunsaker

To the Milanettes, at the loss of their daughter, Kristen Cubbage

To Sarah Treiser and family, on the loss of her father, Judge Newt Draheim

To the Davis family, on the sudden loss of their nephew and brother-in-law

To Bob Diederich on the loss of his daughter-in-law, Ginny

To Michael and Carol Hunt on the loss of their son, Dr. Ryan Hunt

To Susie Harris, on the loss of her husband, Frank

To William Thomson, on the loss of his wife, Jane

To Peggy Stockwood, on the loss of her husband, Bert

To Stan Wolfe, in the loss of his wife, Betty

To Judy Jacobs, on the loss of Sheldon Reed

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Anderson, Bob . . . . . . . . 11/01

Boule, Christopher Michael. . 11/01

Brown, Jean . . . . . . . . . . 11/01

Flessner, Melanie . . . . . . 11/01

Gilliland, Dr. John . . . . . 11/01

Klippert, Julie . . . . . . . . 11/01

Millon, Joan . . . . . . . . . . 11/01

Oakley, Bob . . . . . . . . . . 11/01

Silk, Jane P. . . . . . . . . . . . 11/01

Harwick, Suzanne E. . . . 11/03

Hauser, Anne . . . . . . . . . 11/03

Lyle, Thelma . . . . . . . . . 11/03

Shotwell, Duke . . . . . . . . 11/04

Terry, Dr. Roger . . . . . . . 11/04

Watts, Peg . . . . . . . . . . . 11/04

Williams, Kathleen . . . . . 11/05

Culshaw, Chip . . . . . . . . . 11/06

Hadley, Ann . . . . . . . . . . 11/06

Montague, Gary . . . . . . . 11/06

Paddock, Peter . . . . . . . . 11/06

Roy, Barb . . . . . . . . . . . . 11/06

McArthy, Rev. Dr. Tim . . 11/07

Benjamin, Patricia L. . . . 11/08

Hess, Wheeler H. . . . . . . 11/08

Collins, Gloria . . . . . . . . 11/09

Paddock, Chrissie . . . . . . 11/09

Gates, Lee. . . . . . . . . . . . 11/10

Kerrigan, Edie . . . . . . . . 11/10

McCullough,. Sam . . . . . 11/10

Picht, Billie Faye . . . . . . . 11/10

Gates, Muriel (Chip) . . . . 11/11

O’Connell, Dominique . . 11/11

Treiser, Sara Draheim . . . 11/11

Shields, Nancy A. . . . . . . 11/12

Tate, Brenda . . . . . . . . . . 11/12

Goff, Julie P. . . . . . . . . . . 11/13

Goss, Linda . . . . . . . . . . . 11/13

Bateman, John H. . . . . . 11/14

Melick, Susan R. . . . . . . . 11/15

Palma, Mary Ann . . . . . . 11/15

Lane, Rachel . . . . . . . . . . 11/16

Trucks, Jay F. . . . . . . . . . 11/16

Gebbie, Anne . . . . . . . . . 11/17

Meeuwsen, Daniel P. . . . . 11/17

Norris,. Nancy . . . . . . . . 11/17

Rutledge, Shirley L. . . . . 11/17

Guhl, Mary. . . . . . . . . . . 11/18

Talanian, John . . . . . . . . 11/18

Westlund, Sharon . . . . . . 11/18

Zimmerman, Todd . . . . . 11/18

Crouse, Vivian . . . . . . . . 11/19

Fries, Lynne A. . . . . . . . . 11/19

Juhl, Berny . . . . . . . . . . . 11/19

Wheeler, Dick . . . . . . . . 11/19

Enlow, Bill . . . . . . . . . . . 11/20

Guhl, Colton . . . . . . . . . 11/20

Hester, Tom . . . . . . . . . . 11/20

O’Connell, Heather . . . . 11/20

Williams, Eric . . . . . . . . . 11/20

Plaisted, Chris . . . . . . . . 11/21

Buehler, Joan . . . . . . . . . 11/22

Frey, Bill . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11/22

Noble, Marilyn A. . . . . . 11/22

Ruport, Scott H. . . . . . . . 11/22

Hanson, Tom . . . . . . . . . 11/23

Iles, Joanne W. . . . . . . . . 11/23

Curry, Beth . . . . . . . . . . . 11/24

Quam, Elizabeth Graham 11/24

Tappan, Mickie . . . . . . . . 11/24

Wyckoff, Nancy . . . . . . . 11/24

Burgess, Peter . . . . . . . . . 11/25

Leutert, Margrit . . . . . . . 11/26

Moran, Ruth L. . . . . . . . . 11/26

Shotwell, Nelly . . . . . . . . 11/26

Smith, Dr. Susan . . . . . . . 11/26

Feeny, Jan . . . . . . . . . . . . 11/27

Scott, Janet C. . . . . . . . . 11/27

Snedeker, Erin Michelle . 11/27

Stevens, Margaret . . . . . . 11/27

Coker, Robyn . . . . . . . . . 11/28

Peltz, Norma . . . . . . . . . 11/28

Rhinesmith, Kathleen . . . 11/29

Riley, Mark P. . . . . . . . . . 11/29

Doe-Matheson, Ellie . . . . 11/30

Birthdays and AnniversariesNovember Birthdays

Millon, Bruce & Joan ...............................................11/01Kuzmishin, Kitty & George ......................................11/02Frazer, Bumpy & Joann ............................................11/03Siderio, Joseph & Judith ..........................................11/03Lambert, Stewart & Becky ........................................11/06Wilson, Dick & Barb ................................................11/06Hocking, David & Ann ...........................................11/07Thomson Jr., Dr. Norm & Gail ...............................11/07Dwyer, Ted & Cynthia .............................................11/09Dahl, John & Ann S. ...............................................11/17Buckley, Ben & Roberta ...........................................11/18Anderson, Bob & Judy ..............................................11/23Blattner, Ralph & Dorothy .......................................11/24Litton, Howard & Connie ........................................11/24

Watts, Larry & Peg ..................................................11/24Abel, Donald & Ann.................................................11/27Lynch, Ken & Janet .................................................11/27Nelson, James J. & Jane ...........................................11/28Collier, David A. & Cynthia Bass Wood ...................11/29Groff, Ken & Sue .....................................................11/29Wolford, Bob & Charlotte ........................................11/29

November Anniversaries

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