Sunday Mornings January 29 - February 19

We human beings make sense out of life by telling and listening to stories. And the premier story-tellers of our age are the movie makers.

They explore the issues of right and wrong; they tell us of the power of love and hatred, jealousy and betrayal, sacrifice and joy. they challeng us to ponder what it means to be human, and how even apparently simple choices can have an impact in ways we would never imagine.

Think about the world of War Horse -- how our human conflicts touch the lives of all of Creation. Or about the social commentary in The Help, and how the racism of 50 years ago still has an impact on our lives today. Think about the pride and ambition reflected in The Artist -- and the ways in which technology transforms so much of what we do. The drama of The Descendents highlights the ways in which our personal relationships touch us so close to the bone, and raises questions about what it means to need and to seek foregiveness.

Stories shape our sense of reality, illuminate our ethics, and remind us of what makes life truly worthwhile. So we're going talk about them in worship, and consider how today's story-tellers and our ancient stories intersect to bring meaning and hope to angry and despairing times.

Join us on Sundays in January and February for a different kind of sermon!

And -- join us the week before as we take in a screening of each movie on Sundays after church. Details on each "field trip" will be available on the day!

Men's Ultimate Baking Challenge -- February 5

Raising money to send kids to camp next summer


It’s time once again for our annual descent into the silly and absurd, as we encourage the men of the congregation to pit their culinary skills against the wallets of our members.
The fifth annual Men’s Ultimate Baking Challenge is scheduled for February 5 after church, and we’re inviting all the men of the congregation to surprise us with delights from their kitchens.
Like last year, the funds raised will send kids to camp over the summer. Last year’s auction raised enough to send two kids, and the UCW topped up the amounts so that three could attend.
The rules are simple — females are only allowed to give advice (and bid at the auction, of course).
All offerings will be auctioned off during the coffee hour on Feb 5. The man whose offering generates the largest bid wins the chocolate trophy. (Full-time male members of our staff are required to enter, and prohibited from winning!)
Thanks to the Congregational Life Committee for organizing the festivities, and to all the good sports who are willing to try their luck at the dangers of sugar and heat!

With special guest speaker
Adele Halliday,
Program coordinator for Intercultural Ministries
at the General Council Office

Join us for an up-lifting worship service, and a reception to follow hosted by black members of our congregation