June 24, 2011

1. This Sunday
2. Chapel Clean-up
3. Invitation from Pastor Jeremy
4. Godspell
5. Blurbs from the Board
6. Kids Summer Fun Week
7. Weekly cleaning of the Chapel
8. Other Reminders


1. This Sunday - This Sunday, we're getting into Jesus' Sermon on the Mount: Words to Build a Life On. We are focusing on the first beatitude: "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the Kingdom of God." You can prepare by following our CSW. If you missed last Sunday's sermon, you can listen to it here.

"You're blessed when you're at the end of your rope. With less of you, there's more of God and his rule." Matthew 5:3 (TM)

2. Chapel Clean-Up - Have you stopped by our kitchen lately?  If not stop by and see some changes that have been made!  We've got plenty more to do around the chapel, so on July 25th beginning at 9am we will be having a chapel clean-up day.  We'll be cleaning the storage space, working on the outside of the building, and giving the inside of the church a really good cleaning.  At lunch time we will all take a break and enjoy some pizza.

3. Invitation from Pastor Jeremy - For our Wednesday evening dinner & discussion this summer, we are looking line-by-line at the Lord's Prayer within the Sermon on the Mount. To complement this, I am seeking individuals who would be willing to read a book on prayer and report to us what they discovered, learned, were challenged by, etc. in that book. I have all of the books in my library, so you don't have to purchase anything - just read the book and let us know about it! You can see the books and authors here. Email me to let me know if you're willing to help us out with this. I will develop a schedule for reporting once most of the books are assigned. I'm looking forward to this as we seek to be in better awareness of the Kingdom of God and his work in us through prayer!

3. Godspell - If you missed the performance of Godspell, or loved it so much you want to see it again, you're in luck!  Acts From the Heart will be presenting Godspell again this weekend, Sunday, June 26 at 6:30pm at St. Paul's Church of the Nazarene in Duxbury (136 Summer St.).  Spread the word!

4. Blurbs from the Board - The Board is working to upgrade our beautiful and historic Chapel.  Some things to look for:  upgrades to the Chapel kitchen, repairs to the various entrances, continued improvements to the front yard and garden.  (Your help in any of these ongoing needs would be appreciated - contact Ed DiSante.) Some things to think and pray with the Board about:  Ministry to our Community-specifically to residents at Thaxter Park; Outreach and service opportunities with our Chapel Shelter space and the families that reside there, and our shelter families in Norwell and Weymouth; Ministry opportunities with members and friends who are limited in their ability to leave their homes; Mission Partnerships with sister churches in other World Areas. You can talk to any Board Member about any of these opportunities.

5. 38...37...36...35...34...Blast off! Our Kids Week is quickly approaching. So far we have a small list of things we need donated: 6-inch plastic plates, sheets of colorful foam, goldfish crackers, animal crackers, mini pretzels, and 3 oz paper cups.  If you are able to donate an item please let Christina Duncan know asap. You can learn more about Kids Summer Fun Week on the North St. Website

6. Weekly Cleaning of the Chapel - Ed DiSante is putting together a schedule for a weekly cleaning of the chapel. Here is the schedule for cleaning so far (Use Saturday as a reference for which week is which).
1st Saturday - Volunteer needed
2nd Saturday -  Meghan Scott
3rd Saturday - Heidi Parker
4th Saturday - Charlie DiSante

Cleaning entails: 1. Straightening and dusting the Sanctuary.  2. Sweeping the stairwells. 3. Cleaning and stocking the bathrooms.  4. Straightening and sweeping the kitchen. 5. Vacuuming the Gathering Room and Sanctuary as needed.  Contact Ed DiSante if you are available the first Saturday of the month.


7. Other Reminders
Nursery 6/26 (Becky & Andrew Rankin): 
The Coming Week 
Use our online calendar for these and other dates & events

Friday, June 24th
6:00 PM- Softball game vs. Boylston Cong.
Saturday, June 25th 
9:00 AM- Chapel clean-up
1:30 PM - Visiting New England Friends Home at Thayer House
Sunday, June 26th
9:30 AM - Sunday School
10:30 AM - Worship Gathering
Tuesday, June 28th
6:00 PM- Softball game vs. Community Baptist
Wednesday, June 29th
6:00 PM - Community Dinner
7:00 PM - Discussion & Bible Study

July 17th- Potluck at the Hingham Bathing Beach
July 25-29: Mission to Mars (Kids Week-VBS)