North St. News: November 2011

November 25, 2011

1. The Journey- Wednesday Nights
2. Global Partnerships
3. Upcoming Community Related Events

4. Other Reminders

1. "The Journey" The Wednesday after Thanksgiving, we will begin a series on Wednesday evenings called "The Journey" which walks with Joseph & Mary on their trip to Bethlehem. For those interested, there is a book as well as a daily devotion-reflection booklet. There's even an app for Android or iOS that might be fun for the kids as we move through Advent to Christmas. Join us!

2. Global Partnerships- As part of the discernment process the North St. Community Church has been working with Lora Wooster in a possible partnership within MesoAmerica. We had a nice meeting with Lora on Monday night. There are many things we should begin to think about as we begin this process. Included is a link to a document Lora provided on Steps to Congregational Partnership Development for North American Churches. Other questions to consider are: What would we do and why we would do this? How would we accomplish it? (Money? Time? Activities?) What do we have to offer/talents? What are our short term goals? What are our midrange goals and timing? What is our overall outcome/goal? If you want more information please feel free to talk to Ed DiSante.

3. Upcoming Community Related Events

Frog Pond Skating Show - Jennifer Colson has invited us to come see her perform with others from the Skating Club of Boston as well as Olympic and future Olympic skaters on December 1st at 5pm at the Frog Pond located in Boston Common at Park St.

Salvation Army Bell Ringing Saturday December 3rd from 10am to noon at South Shore Plaza in Braintree at the CVS at the Legal Seafood Entrance. All are invited to come!

Caroling - On Sunday, December 4th at 5:30 pm at 30 Thaxter St. in the community/meeting room. The residents of Thaxter Park will be providing a soup supper and we are bringing desserts. Hope everyone can join us!

The Remembrance - The Remembrance is back for a one-time gathering: please join us on Saturday, December 17th at 4pm!

4. Other Reminders

November 17, 2011

1. This Sunday
2. Upcoming Community Related Events

3. Other Reminders

1. This Sunday - We will wrap up chapter 6 of Matthew and that portion of the Sermon on the Mount this week. Prepare for worship by reading the Community Scripture Way. This is the last Sunday of the seasonal church year, also known as Christ the King Sunday. This is appropriate for us as we will be focused on the Lordship of Christ in wrapping up this section of the Sermon on the Mount (for now! ...as we'll take a break from it during Advent & Christmas).

After we worship, join us as we celebrate Thanksgiving a little early as a community by having a Thanksgiving-themed potluck. And then after that, plan on staying as we "hang the greens" by decorating the chapel for the Advent & Christmas seasons!

2. Upcoming Community Related Events

Frog Pond Skating Show - Jennifer Colson has invited us to come see her perform with others from the Skating Club of Boston as well as Olympic and future Olympic skaters on December 1st at 5pm at the Frog Pond located in Boston Common at Park St.

Caroling - On Sunday, December 4th at 5:30 pm at 30 Thaxter St. in the community/meeting room. The residents of Thaxter Park will be providing a soup supper and we are bringing dessers. Hope everyone can join us!

The Remembrance - The Remembrance is back for a one-time gathering: please join us on Saturday, December 17th at 4pm!

3. Other Reminders

November 11, 2011

1. This Sunday
2. Ladies' Craft Night
3. Advent Decorating
4. Thanksgiving Potluck
5. Upcoming Community Related Events

6. Other Reminders

1. This Sunday - Jesus' words about worry are some of the best known in the Sermon on the Mount (prepare for our worship gathering by reading this passage and others): "Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink, or about your body, what you will wear." The question for us this week is: How you doin' with that? Come and hear what Jesus says about worry this week.

2. Ladies' Craft Night- You don't have to be crafty to come! Just come to fellowship! Maybe you have some things to organize or want to learn how to do something or just need time to sit and relax. We meet the first and third Tuesdays of each month at 7pm.

3. Advent Decorating We will be decorating the chapel for the Advent season on the afternoon of 11/20, following the potluck. If you plan to be there, tell Sarah, especially if you can help with lifting things and assembling the Christmas tree.

4. Thanksgiving Themed Potluck- November's potluck will be on November 20th. There will be a sign up sheet in the church foyer or you can send an email to Christina with what you are able to bring. The following is what we need: ham, gravy, a few dozen of rolls, potatoes, sweet potatoes, vegetables, and desserts. Thank you in advance!

5. Upcoming Community Related Events

Concert for a Cause Saturday, Nov. 12 at 7:30pm, the Plymouth Discovery Church of the Nazarene is hosting a classical concert to raise funds to start a coffeehouse church. Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 at the door. Concert is at Plymouth Center for the Performing Arts. Contact Sarah if you would like to purchase a ticket.

Frog Pond Skating Show, Jennifer Colson has invited us to come see her perform with others from the Skating Club of Boston as well as Olympic and future Olympic skaters. There will be two events taking place November 18th at 6pm and December 1st at 5pm. Both will be held at the Frog Pond located in Boston Common at Park St.

Caroling December 4th at 5:30 pm at 30 Thaxter St. in the meeting room. They will be providing us with a soup supper and we are being asked to provide dessert. Hope everyone can join us.

Christmas Dinner Party for homeless families 6 p.m. Tuesday, December 6th at parish hall of Old Ship Church, Hingham. North Street folks are asked to help transport families at Weymouth and Braintree motels to and from party.- Thanks, Dorothy

Christmas Shoppe gifting program starts Thursday, December 8th, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays and Saturdays, in the Newell Gathering room at North St. Community Chapel. People are needed to greet and mix with donors and shelter guests, pick and wrap gifts for family bundles.

The Remembrance please join us on December 14th at 4pm
6. Other Reminders

The Coming Week:
Sunday, November 13th

9:30 AM - Sunday School

10:30 AM - Worship Gathering
Tuesday, November 15th
7:00 PM- Ladies' Craft Night
Wednesday, November 16th
6:00 PM - Community Dinner

7:00 PM - Bible Study Discussion

November 21st- 6:30 Board Meeting
December 4th- 5:30 Caroling
December 17th- 4:00 pm The Remembrance

Begin planning now to attend our community retreat in Windsor, NH. Mark the dates down!
February 17-20, 2012

Use our online calendar for these and other dates & events

November 4, 2011

1. This Sunday
2. Kids in Worship
3. Advent Decorating
4.Thanksgiving Potluck
5. Upcoming Community Related Events
6. Shelter Donations

7. Other Reminders

1. This Sunday - This past Monday evening many of us had a great time lighting up the neighborhood on All Hallow's Eve. You can see some pictures on our Facebook page. It was a great time! Halloween is the night prior to All Saints Day (Nov. 1st). We will again recognize our dead in Christ this first Sunday of November. If you would like to add an individual to be remembered, please email Pastor Jeremy so we can add a candle in their memory for this Sunday.

In addition, we will of course continue in our Words to Build a Life on series, looking at Matthew 6:22-24. So join us as we think upon and set the stage for acting upon Jesus' words concerning our lives being overloaded.

2. Kids in Worship: TONIGHT! Friday, November 4 at 7pm, we will be meeting at the chapel to discuss our concerns and ideas about the involvement of and care for our children in our worship gatherings. All are invited! Please let Sarah know if you plan on being there or want to be a part of the conversation.

3. Advent Decorating We will be decorating the chapel for the Advent season on the afternoon of 11/20, following the potluck. If you plan to be there, tell Sarah, especially if you can help with lifting things and assembling the Christmas tree.

4. Thanksgiving Themed Potluck- November's potluck will be on November 20th. There will be a sign up sheet in the church foyer or you can send an email to Christina with what you are able to bring. The following is what we need: turkey, ham, gravy, a few dozen of rolls, potatoes, sweet potatoes, vegetables, and desserts. Thank you in advance!

5. Upcoming Community Related Events
Concert for a Cause Saturday, Nov. 12 at 7:30pm, the Plymouth Discovery Church of the Nazarene is hosting a classical concert to raise funds to start a coffeehouse church. Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 at the door. Concert is at Plymouth Center for the Performing Arts. Contact Sarah if you would like to purchase a ticket.

Caroling December 4th at 5:30 pm at 30 Thaxter St. in the meeting room. They will be providing us with a soup supper and we are being asked to provide dessert. Hope everyone can join us.

Christmas Dinner Party for homeless families 6 p.m. Tuesday, December 6th at parish hall of Old Ship Church, Hingham. North Street folks are asked to help transport families at Weymouth and Braintree motels to and from party.- Thanks, Dorothy

Christmas Shoppe gifting program starts Thursday, December 8th, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays and Saturdays, in the Newell Gathering room at North St. Community Chapel. People are needed to greet and mix with donors and shelter guests, pick and wrap gifts for family bundles.

6. Shelter Donations- Friends of the Homeless is always in need of donations of new or gently used items. The shelter supplies the following basic items for guests throughout the year: pillows, lightweight bath towels, twin fitted and flat sheets, lightweight twin thermal blankets, bedspreads, dishes, pots, pans, cleaners, brooms, mops and toilet brushes. Feel free to talk to Dorothy Newell if you have any questions.

7. Other Reminders