1 faith matters The Roxbury Congregational Church A Congregation of the United Church of Christ Vol. 277, Issue 7, July/August 2019 Church Office, 24 Church Street Roxbury, Connecticut 06783-1703 Church Office: 860-355-1978 e-mail: [email protected]Pastoral Reflections The Reverend David F. Peters, Minister This will be on the longer side, but I do hope you'll read it. ( A tip of the hat to Jonathan Chapman for his column on this subject.) I will be away from July 1 – August 31. That time includes one month of vacation (July) and one month of sabbatical (August). During that time, in an effort to recharge and renew, I'm asking for your help. Please don't contact me. I know that sounds harsh, but here's the thing: I love you guys and this church SO MUCH--so much, in fact, that I think about it ALL the time. My mind is constantly running with ideas, follow ups and what-ifs and we -shoulds! The point of a sabbatical is to take a break from all of that, and the only way to really get a shot at doing just that- -taking a break--is to make a hard stop of communication. Except, I'm really bad at it. So, help me be better by not texting or calling or FB messaging me. Very often, just in a regular week, I'll get a message that starts "I know it's your day off, but..." Please refrain from sending anything of the sort. It just pulls me right back in which defeats all the hard work we've put into making this happen. I'm sure you're wondering, "But what about emergencies?" Good news! We've got you covered. Rev. Peter Hammond of the Bridgewater Congregational Church will be available for Pastoral Emergencies and will be available for crises. Also, our Church Secretary, Nance Glover, knows what to do and where to refer folks. So just let her know (during office hours!). Should there be something that does need my immediate attention, she and our Deacon Chair, Charlie Stauffacher, will make that decision and reach out to me. Theirs are the only calls I'll take. I know that sounds so, so hard and jerkish. But I really believe it's for the best. A few of you have asked exactly what a sabbatical is and why pastors get one. Fair questions! Here's a rundown: We Are A Community Seeking To Share God’s Love!
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faith matters The Roxbury Congregational Church
A Congregation of the United Church of Christ
Vol. 277, Issue 7, July/August 2019
Church Office, 24 Church Street Roxbury, Connecticut 06783-1703
Pastoral Reflections The Reverend David F. Peters, Minister This will be on the longer side, but I do hope you'll read it. ( A tip of the hat to Jonathan Chapman for his column on this subject.) I will be away from July 1 – August 31. That time includes one month of vacation (July) and one month of sabbatical (August). During that time, in an effort to recharge and renew, I'm asking for your help. Please don't contact me. I know that sounds harsh, but here's the thing: I love you guys and this church SO MUCH--so much, in fact, that I think about it ALL the time. My mind is constantly running with ideas, follow ups and what-ifs and we -shoulds! The point of a sabbatical is to take a break from all of that, and the only way to really get a shot at doing just that--taking a break--is to make a hard stop of communication. Except, I'm really bad at it. So, help me be better by not texting or calling or FB messaging me. Very often, just in a regular week, I'll get a message that starts "I know it's your day off, but..." Please refrain from sending anything of the sort. It just pulls me right back in which defeats all the hard work we've put into making this happen. I'm sure you're wondering, "But what about emergencies?" Good news! We've got you covered. Rev. Peter Hammond of the Bridgewater Congregational Church will be available for Pastoral Emergencies and will be available for crises. Also, our Church Secretary, Nance Glover, knows what to do and where to refer folks. So just let her know (during office hours!). Should there be something that does need my immediate attention, she and our Deacon Chair, Charlie Stauffacher, will make that decision and reach out to me. Theirs are the only calls I'll take. I know that sounds so, so hard and jerkish. But I really believe it's for the best. A few of you have asked exactly what a sabbatical is and why pastors get one. Fair questions! Here's a rundown:
We Are A Community Seeking To Share God’s Love!
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+ My position is 24/7. That is, I'm basically always on call for everyone. I love it. Don't get me wrong. But after a while, it gets taxing. Clergy sabbaticals pause that race so clergy can breathe and ultimately care for you better. It relieves me of the day-to-day tasks of being a minister. +In my terms of call that we agreed on when I accepted the position, I was granted four months after every six years. Instead of taking all four months at once (which would present a financial burden to the church as well as halt all the GREAT momentum we've got going), I’ve had a history of taking one month/year for the four years. That gives me a break, but also keeps the energy alive in our vibrant congregation. This is the first in this round of those four one-month breaks. +Clergy Sabbaticals in the protestant tradition come from our historic emphasis on an educated clergy. In fact, my black robe isn't a religious one, it's an academic one--a sign of education. For centuries, protestant traditions have championed academic causes and looked to the academic world for leadership. From that tradition, we get sabbaticals. Yet, the word comes from sabbath. One of the ten commandments, of course, is that we keep it! Here's what will happen and what I need from you: -Your involvement in our two big summer events: Trivia Night on July 20 and our annual Beef Barbecue on August 24. I will be around and attending Trivia Night and will be active in the lead up to the Beef Barbecue on August 24. -Your presence at worship. I have put together a GREAT group of preachers for you each Sunday. Often, I'll hear people say, "Well, if David's not there, I'm not going to go." Don't fall prey to that. You know as well I as do what a special place our church is and how much better our week is when we start it with God. Keep coming. Please look at the schedule of Summer Preacher and Summer Pastoral Emergency Coverage on Page 5. -Your understanding that our social media presence will be cut back. Nancy will send out the eFaith Matters (Call to Worship) on Fridays. Our Facebook exposure will be minimal. There will not be Facebook Live streaming of our services. While you may see me around town, don’t ignore me, but also be mindful of my being,“off.” Finally, I'm going to miss everyone. Seriously. I just love this place and you all. And I'm so grateful for this opportunity that you've afforded me. Thank you. Have a great summer! With Love and Appreciation, David
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thank you …to the Fellowship Committee for hosting the Church Picnic on Church Family Day June 9. …to everyone who bought Father’s Day cards to benefit Church World Services. …to Diana de Vries for knitting prayer squares – they are always welcome and appreciated. … to everyone who helped with our Art at the Meetinghouse 14th Annual Juried Art Show June 14-16. The planning team was headed by Charlie Meade. Over 150 works of art were shown and sales added to our church budget. Thanks to our organizers, benefactors, the Art Show team, our Judge, Thomas Adkins, our guests and those who purchased works. A portion of the works sold will benefit the ministries of our church.
Congratulations
Congratulations to our confirmand, Caroline Kibbe shown here with Reverend Peters and her mentor, Jeanne Steers on Sunday, June 9.
Welcome New Members
Welcome, new members Jonathan and Lauren Lord pictured with their children Maddie and Teddy. Jonathan and Lauren reside in Roxbury. Jonathan is a licensed arborist and owner of Lord Tree Experts, LLC. Lauren is a student services coordinator at the Gunnery. They enjoy travelling and spending time together at home with their children and beloved dog, Axle.
Welcome, new members Brett and Bernie Kibbe.
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Music Ministry Appreciation Sunday June 16
We recognized and thanked our Choir Members 2018-19:
Vail Barrett, Autumn Collette, Barbara Cover,
Bill Jayne, Colby Kalisher, Sterett Kelsey, David Lincicome,
Dale Pinchbeck, Charlie Stauffacher, Sue Stauffacher,
Beverly Wolmer, Mark Wolmer.
We thanked Sandra Kleisner for her leadership as our Minister of Music and
David Lincicome, our substitute pianist.
Tag Sale Coming Saturday, August 10
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Our 16th Tag/Bake Sale will take place on Saturday, August 10th. You may rent a table for $25 or rent a space (bring your own table) for $20. The rental money goes to the church and you keep your profits. At this time, there are approximately 14 tables left for rent. This will change once it goes into the local newspapers. You may call Sue Stauffacher at 860-354-1274 before 8:00 p.m. to rent your table. Your money holds your space so prompt payment is a good thing. You may donate items for the church table if you don't have enough to rent your own table. Those items may be brought to the church beginning Sunday, August 4th for sorting and pricing. Also, please bake for the bake sale table. This is a popular table and it all adds up to benefit the church. It will be outside unless it rains, in which case it will be inside. Pray for sun! Any questions, call Sue prior to 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, July 20 Trivia starts at 7 p.m.
Book a table for $75 for a team of six or less Individual players welcome
BYOB (Adult beverages) and snacks Sign up on Opportunity Table in
Fellowship Hall Or contact Chris Childs at 860-355-9067
Fellowship Hall If you are 17 years of age or older and weigh 110 pounds or more, please consider giving blood Friday, July 5 from 1-6 p.m. here in Fellowship Hall. To donate blood, please make an appointment at 880-GIVE-LIFE or www.redcrossblood.org. We really need YOU. If you would be willing to help out at the drive, or have any questions, please call Brooke Wheeler at 860-354-4821.
Annual Beef Barbecue Saturday, August 24
5-7 p.m. On church lawn, inside if rain
Pit-roasted beef, corn, baked potatoes, coleslaw (secret recipe for over 50 years)
bread and homemade desserts. Bring your family and friends!
To help with preparations, serving, clean-up look for sign-up sheet in Fellowship Hall
as event approaches.
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summer matters
Summer Music
During the summer, while the choir is on break, anyone who would like to share your music during worship, please contact Sandy. Also, if you are interested in forming a Sunday Morning Pickup Choir, please speak with Sandy.
Worship
Summer Worship Service hours begin Sunday, July 7th and continue through Sunday, August 25th. Worship services will begin at 9:30 a.m. instead of 10:30 a.m. and there will be no Church School. The Nursery will be available but not staffed. Regular 10:30 a.m. worship time will resume Sunday, September 1 with United Worship at Apple Lane followed by a picnic.
Summer Preachers
While Rev. Peters is on vacation from July 1- 31 and Sabbatical from August 1-31, we have lined up some wonderful worship leaders. We hope that you will take advantage of their insights and perspectives. July 7 & 14: Rev. Samuel Dexter, Director of Pastoral Care - Regional Hospice of Western Connecticut in Danbury, formerly Minister at First Congregational Church of Watertown July 21 & 28: Rev. Brad Bergfalk, most recently, the Minister at the First Congregational Church of Litchfield and now an Interim Minister. August 4: to be announced August 11, 18, & 25: Rev. Daniel England, an Interim Minister who just finished as Sabbatical Supply Minister for Rev. Sandy Koenig at North Congregational in Woodbury.
Summer Contacts
For pastoral emergencies, please contact Peter Hammond of the Bridgewater Congregational Church at 860-354-8382. For building concerns, please contact Tom Farrell (203-948-2833) or Chris Steers (203-948-0553) For worship matters, Charlie Stauffacher (860-354-1274). For office matters, Nancy Glover will be in the office Thursday and Friday mornings from 9:30 - noon. The church phone and messages will be received during that time ONLY.
Summer
Birthdays & Anniversaries July 4 Bill Steers 6 Vicki Cover 12 Bill & Jan Steers (A) (1958) 12 Vail Barrett 17 Sara Jane Bird 19 Colby Kalisher 22 Mike Wilcox 28 Dick & Nancy Callahan (A) (1956) August 5 Diane “Cha Cha” Kansas 12 Henry Neff 18 David Peters 20 Chris & Janet Childs (A) (1983) 21 Mark Wolmer 26 Kimberly Steers 28 Mark & Beverly Wolmer (A) (1971)
Sundaes on Saturday Ice Cream Socials Saturdays during July & August 6-9 p.m., Fellowship Hall Two scoops $2. David Lincicome, Coordinator
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Mission matters
Shelter Breakfast Ministry If you are interested in helping prepare breakfast for those who stay in the Homeless Shelter in New Milford, the opportunity is available. We need people to make breakfast beginning at 5:00 am. certain Saturdays and Sundays. Please contact Charlie Meade directly at 860-355-1584 and let him know of your willingness to help.
Daily Bread Food Pantry
Danbury Please help with donations. Our young people collect donations during the worship service the first Sunday of the month. But you can bring them any time and place them in the closet in the entryway to Fellowship Hall. Progresso soup, catsup, sugar, coffee, rice, laundry and dish soap are always needed. So are paper towels, toothpaste, soap, shampoo, and other non-food items that we take for granted. Paper and plastic bags for packing are also needed. Call Sue Stauffacher or speak with her at 860-354-1274 with questions or if you would like to join the Food Pantry Team
SERRV Shop Looking to buy a unique gift and help others at the same time? Try SERRV! Our shop is open each Sunday after worship in Fellowship Hall with affordable jewelry, handicrafts, candles, tea, soup mixes and so on. Questions? Speak with Susan Zappulla-Peters
Cash for Causes – PLUS! Retail Gift Cards
Cash Back to Date: $1107.96 (as of June) including Amazon Smile. Have you checked out the kiosk in Fellowship Hall lately? There are nearly 300 opportunities to raise money for our church. Through a fundraising program called Scrip, you can purchase gift cards for grocery, department stores, gas stations, restaurants, hotels, home improvement stores and more. Simply purchase the cards and use them instead of cash, checks or credit cards. A percentage of the purchase price of the cards is returned to our church. A complete listing of participating retailers is posted in Fellowship Hall, or can be found on Scrip's website: shopwithscrip.com. If you would like to create an account to place orders online, please use Enrollment Code 8F15BD7143454 to link the account to RCC. For payment, you have the option to sign up for PrestoPay (similar to PayPal), or write a check to RCC. Orders will be placed each Monday and the cards will be available for distribution the following Sunday. Orders must be prepaid. As always, feel free to contact Heidi Neff at 860-354-3177 or [email protected], with any questions you may have.
So Your Minister Can Be Present If you are hospitalized and desire pastoral support, you or your family should notify our minister of the hospitalization as soon as possible, by calling 860-355-1978. With the new federal regulations, he is not able to find this information from the hospital.
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Word & Sacrament for July/August 2019
First Sundays = Communion
Second Sundays = Children’s Sermon Third Sundays = Faith Stories
Fourth Sundays= Mission Moments
Deacons of the Month: Diane Meade & Ray Fitch
Counters: David Lincicome (July) Tom Farrell (August)
Underlined scriptures are for Lay Readers Sunday, July 7 Fourth Sunday after Pentecost Rev. Samuel Dexter preaching 2 Kings 5: 1-14, and Psalm 30 or Isaiah 66: 10-14, and Psalm 66: 1-9 Galatians 6: (1-6), 7-16 Luke 10: 1-11, 16-20 Greeters: The Collette Family Reader: Collette Family Fellowship Hour: A La Cart Flowers: Sunday, July 14 Fifth Sunday after Pentecost Rev. Samuel Dexter preaching Amos 7:7-17 and Psalm 82 or Deuteronomy 30: 9-14 and Psalm 25: 1-10 Colossians 1: 1-14 Luke 10: 25-37 Greeters: Pam & Rich Wilhelm Reader: Rich Wilhelm Fellowship Hour: A La Cart Flowers: Please sign up for altar flowers on the chart on the kiosk in Fellowship Hall.
Sunday, July 21 Sixth Sunday after Pentecost Rev. Brad Bergfalk preaching Amos 8: 1-12 and Psalm 52 or Genesis 18: 1-10a and Psalm 15 Colossians 1: 15-28 Luke 10: 38-42 Greeters: Brian & Heidi Neff Reader: Brian Neff Fellowship Hour: A La Cart Flowers: Sunday, July 28 Seventh Sunday after Pentecost Rev. Brad Bergfalk preaching Hosea 1: 2-10 and Psalm 85 or Genesis 18: 20-32 and Psalm 138 Colossians 2: 6-15, (16-19) Luke 11: 1-13 Greeters: Steve & Linda Ross Reader: Steve Ross Fellowship Hour: A La Cart Flowers: Don Wheeler, mem. of his father
Word & Sacrament continued: Sunday, August 4 Eighth Sunday after Pentecost Guest preacher tba Hosea 11: 1-11 and Psalm 107: 1-9, 43 or Ecclesiastes 1:2, 12-14; 2: 18-23 and Psalm 49: 1-12 Colossians 3: 1-11 Luke 12: 13-21 Greeters: Reader: Fellowship Hour: A la Cart Flowers: Sunday, August 11 Ninth Sunday after Pentecost Rev. Daniel England preaching Isaiah 1: 1, 10-20 and Psalm 50: 1-8, 22-23 or Genesis 15: 1-6 and Psalm 33: 12-22 Hebrews 11: 1-3, 8-16 Luke 12: 32-40 Greeters: Reader: Fellowship Hour: A La Cart Flowers: Barb Cover
Our Church Picnic on the lawn, Sunday, June 9.
Sunday, August 18 Tenth Sunday after Pentecost Rev. Daniel England preaching Isaiah 5: 1-7 and Psalm 80: 1-2, 8-19 or Jeremiah 23: 23-29 and Psalm 82 Herbrews 11: 29-12:2 Luke 12: 49-56 Greeters: Reader: Fellowship Hour: A La Cart Flowers: Don Wheeler, mem. mother Marian Sunday, August 25 Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost Rev. Daniel England preaching Jeremiah 1: 4-10 and Psalm 71: 1-6 or Isaiah 58: 9b -14 and Psalm 103: 1-8 Hebrews 12: 18-29 Luke 13: 10-17 Greeter: Reader: Fellowship Hour: A La Cart Flowers:
***** For your calendar: United Worship at Apple Lane
Sunday September 1 Worship starts at 10:30 a.m. Followed by a picnic. Please bring a side dish to share. Homecoming Sunday
September 8 When worship time returns to 10:30 a.m.
Save the Date
JULY & AUGUST 9:30 a.m. Worship Time Rev. Peters on Vacation (July) & Sabbatical (August) July 5 American Red Cross Blood Drive 1- 6 p.m. July 13 Men’s Breakfast 8 a.m. July 20 Trivia Night 7 p.m. August 10 Men’s Breakfast 8 a.m.
Tag Sale 9 a.m. - 3p.m. August 24 Beef Barbecue 5 p.m. – 7p.m. August 25 (Tentative) Church Summer Party 1:00 p.m. SEPTEMBER 1 United Worship and Picnic at Apple Lane Park, bring a side dish 10:30 a.m. September 8 Homecoming Sunday 10:30 a.m. September 21 Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser 5-7:30 p.m. September 28 Dinner Train at Essex Steam Train 4:30 p.m. OCTOBER 5 Chili Cook-Off 5-7:30 p.m. October 6 World Communion Sunday – Neighbors in Need Offering NOVEMBER 3 All Saints Sunday – Dedication of Memorials Communion Daylight Saving Time Ends November 10 Stewardship Sunday November 28 Thanksgiving DECEMBER 7 Country Church Christmas Fair 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. December 15 Victorian Christmas service 5:00 p.m. December 22 Christmas Caroling 12:00 p.m. December 24 Christmas Eve Services: Lessons and Carols 7:30 p.m. Candlelight Communion 11:00 p.m. December 28 Church Christmas Party 6:00 p.m.
Leadership Listing (All 860- unless noted)
Ministers: The Congregation Moderator: Brian Neff, 354-3177 Clerk: Patricia Fraley, 868-0051 Treasurer: Beverly Wolmer, 355-3343 Collector: Cathy Racz, 799-0180 Deacons: Charlie Stauffacher, 354-1274 Trustees: Charlie Meade, 354-1274 Stewardship: Colby Kalisher, 355-8012 Missions: Barbara Biafore,799-6501 Fellowship: Jeanne Steers, 354-7484 Pastoral Relations: TBA
Men’s Group: Charlie Meade 354-1274 Youth Group: Barb Cover, (203) 788-5823 Historian: Dale Pinchbeck, 355-4297 Librarian: Joan Temple, 350-0529 Secretary/Newsletter Editor: Nancy Glover , 355 -1978 Minister of Music: Sandra Kleisner, 868-9040 Custodian: Bruce Rossiter Pastor: The Rev. David F. Peters, office: 355-1978 home: 355-8830 [email protected]
By making a planned gift to the Roxbury Congregational Church, your generosity will live into the future and help ensure that this tradition, this faith community, continues.
For more information, please contact Rev. David Peters at the Church Office or speak with your
financial planning specialist. (We have a few within the congregation.)
Keeping Up With Roxbury Church Facebook: Like our FB page facebook.com/roxburychurch Email: We send out an email each Monday with information, prayer requests and the latest announcements and a Call to Worship on Fridays. Subscribe by sending an email to [email protected]. Newsletter: pick up a copy here at the church in the foyer, on the Opportunity Table in Fellowship Hall or at the Roxbury Market. Minutes and Financial Statements: Copies for review are located on the bulletin board just outside the Church Library. If you have questions, please seek out the appropriate Chairperson or the Minister.
Are you willing?
To be a Lay Reader one Sunday… see kiosk in Fellowship Hall To be a Greeter one Sunday… see kiosk in Fellowship Hall To host Fellowship … see kiosk in Fellowship Hall To share your Faith Journey one Sunday… (Charlie Stauffacher or David Peters) To serve at Loaves and Fishes… (David Peters or Charlie Meade) To distribute Food at Daily Bread… (Sue Stauffacher) To make a Prayer Shawl… (Jan Steers) To do small repair jobs around the church building… (Chris Childs or Bill Steers) To visit one of our homebound folks… (Charlie Stauffacher) To make a meal for someone who is ill or grieving…(contact church office)
A Reminder Our bills don’t take a vacation. The only income our church has is you. Please remember the church when you are paying your monthly bills this summer so we can pay ours! Thank you.
Newsletter Please be aware that Faith Matters is published only once during the summer, at the beginning of July. Please have all material for inclusion in the September issue submitted by August 15. Send your contributions to [email protected].
September Faith Matters Deadline
August 15th
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Roxbury Congregational Church, UCC 24 Church Street Roxbury, CT 06783
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The Roxbury Congregational Church A Congregation of the United Church of Christ
Church Office, 24 Church Street Roxbury, Connecticut 06783-1703 Church Office: 860-355-1978 e-mail: [email protected] www.roxburychurch.org
NEWSLETTER – JULY/AUGUST 2019
Worship – Sundays 9:30 a.m.
Ice Cream Sundaes – every Saturday 6-9 p.m.
Tag and Bake Sale – August 10
Annual Beef Barbecue – August 24
“We Are A Community Seeking To Share God’s Love!”
No Matter Who You Are, or Where You Are On Life’s Journey, You Are Welcome Here!
