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Jun 27, 2025

First Congregational Church West Brookfield – June 27, 2025

Saying goodbye to our bridge minister, Rev. Dennis TeBeest tomorrow Sunday, June 29th

Sunday, June 29th will be the last Sunday we will be blessed with the ministry of Rev. Dennis TeBeest, who has served us over the past few months. Dennis’s presence has been appreciated by all and he will be sorely missed. Please plan to attend tomorrow the 29th to give him a heartfelt farewell!

 

Summer Newsletter

We are skipping the church newsletter for July this summer. Please watch for all the exciting fall news in the August issue!

Deadline for the August issue will be Monday, July 28th.

 

The Music Committee is asking if anyone would be interested to provide one or more anthems (solo, duets, quartet, instrumental, etc. The choir is not planning to sing until Se[tember, so any musical offerings would be greatly appreciated. If interested please call Chris Showalter at:  (508) 577-3043, for details.

 

Sunday Schedule: July & August

As was mentioned in a previous announcement, in the weeks before our new DTP, Doug Williamson begins his ministry with us, we have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of guest speakers from the missions that our church supports. Following is the schedule for July & August .

July 6 – Rev, Linda Michel & Communion

July 13 – Abby’s House

July 20 – WAMS/Migrant Support (Worcester Area Mission Society)

July 27 – Rev. Beverly Prestwood Taylor – baptism: Everleigh Frano

August 3 – Worcester Fellowship (please note: communion for August will be on 8/31)

August 10 – WAMS Karen Luddington

August 17 – St. Luke’s Guest House, Southbridge

August 24 –  Dismas Farm, Oakham

August 31 – Rev. Linda Michel – Communion 

 

Sharing Cupboard Needs:
The Sharing Cupboard is in need of more plastic shopping bags, mustard, mayo, canned peas, canned carrots. Please leave all donations in the donation box at the church entry. Thank you!

 

Meetings This Week

No meetings are scheduled for this week.

Jun 20, 2025

First Congregational Church West Brookfield – June 20, 2025

Sunday School Update – Children’s Sunday June 22 – This Sunday!
Sunday school will be ending on Sunday, June 22nd and we will celebrate the children of our church on Children’s Sunday, June 22!  An ice cream social has been planned for coffee hour so be sure to mark your calendars and plan to attend.
When Sunday school resumes in the fall, classes will be held on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month. Our thanks to Nancy A. and Angela for teaching our children!
Saying goodbye to our bridge minister, Rev. Dennis TeBeest Sunday, June 29th
Sunday, June 29th will be the last Sunday we will be blessed with the ministry of Rev. Dennis TeBeest, who has served us over the past few months. Dennis’s presence has been appreciated by all and he will be sorely missed. Please plan to attend on the 29th to give him a heartfelt farewell!
Summer Newsletter
We are skipping the church newsletter for July this summer. Please watch for all the exciting fall news in the August issue!
Deadline for the August issue will be Monday, July 28th.
The Music Committee is asking if anyone would be interested to provide one or more anthems (solo, duets, quartet, instrumental, etc. The choir is not planning to sing until Se[tember, so any musical offerings would be greatly appreciated. If interested please call Chris Showalter at:
(508) 577-3043, for details.
Sunday Schedule: July & August
As was mentioned in a previous announcement, in the weeks before our new DTP, Doug Williamson begins his ministry with us, we have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of guest speakers from the missions that our church supports. Following is the schedule for July & August .
July 6 – Rev, Linda Michel & Communion
July 13 – Abby’s House
July 20 – WAMS/Migrant Support (Worcester Area Mission Society)
July 27 – Rev. Beverly Prestwood Taylor – baptism: Everleigh Frano
August 3 – Worcester Fellowship (please note: communion for August will be on 8/31)
August 10 – WAMS Karen Luddington
August 17 – St. Luke’s Guest House, Southbridge
August 24 –  Dismas Farm, Oakham
August 31 – Rev. Linda Michel – Communion 
 
Sharing Cupboard Needs:
The Sharing Cupboard is in need of more plastic shopping bags, mustard, mayo, canned peas, canned carrots. Please leave all donations in the donation box at the church entry. Thank you!
Meetings This Week
No meetings are scheduled for this week.
So you’ve volunteered. Now what?
Thank you for volunteering to be a reader or help with coffee hour. Everyone appreciates it!

Jun 13, 2025

First Congregational Church West Brookfield – June 12, 2025

Sunday School Update – Children’s Sunday, June 22
Sunday school will be ending on Sunday, June 22nd and we will celebrate the children of our church with a special ice cream social during coffee hour! Be sure to mark your calendars and plan to attend.
When Sunday school resumes in the fall, classes will be held on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month. Our thanks to Nancy A. and Angela for teaching our children!
Summer Newsletter
We are skipping the church newsletter for July this summer. Please watch for all the exciting fall news in the August issue!
Deadline for the August issue will be Monday, July 28th.
Sharing Cupboard Needs:
The Sharing Cupboard is in need of more plastic shopping bags, mustard, mayo, canned peas, canned carrots. Please leave all donations in the donation box at the church entry. Thank you!
Meetings This Week
No meetings are scheduled for this week.
 
So you’ve volunteered. Now what?
Thank you for volunteering to be a reader or help with coffee hour. Everyone appreciates it!
Please remember to check the schedule in advance of your duty date so that your coverage will be complete.  Thank you.  If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Karen Murphy.
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Jun 13, 2025

First Congregational Church West Brookfield – June 6, 2025

Pentecost is This Sunday! 
Sunday, June 8th is Pentecost Sunday and shades of red are traditionally worn. Red symbolizes the “fiery tongues” of the Holy Spirit that descended upon the apostles on that day.
Remember to wear red!
Sharing Cupboard Needs:
The Sharing Cupboard is in need of more plastic shopping bags, mustard, mayo, canned peas, canned carrots. Please leave all donations in the donation box at the church entry. Thank you!
Meetings This Week
Parish Board – Saturday, June 7 – 10 am
Church Council – Sunday, June 8 – following our service
Sunday School Schedule
Sunday school is held on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month. Our thanks to Nancy and Angela for teaching our children!
 
So you’ve volunteered. Now what?
Thank you for volunteering to be a reader or help with coffee hour. Everyone appreciates it!
Please remember to check the schedule in advance of your duty date so that your coverage will be complete.  Thank you.  If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Karen Murphy.

May 30, 2025

Weekly Announcements from First Congregational Church West Brookfield – May 30, 2025

Friends,

Following are the current announcements from First Congregational Church, West Brookfield:

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Sharing Cupboard Needs:
The Sharing Cupboard is in need of more plastic shopping bags, mustard, mayo, canned peas, canned carrots. Please leave all donations in the donation box at the church entry. Thank you!
Meetings This Week
Search Committee – Friday, June 6 (time TBD)
Parish Board – Saturday, June 7 – 10 am
Church Council – Sunday, June 8 – following our service

Sunday School Schedule
Sunday school is held on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month. Our thanks to Nancy and Angela for teaching our children!

So you’ve volunteered. Now what?
Thank you for volunteering to be a reader or help with coffee hour. Everyone appreciates it!
Please remember to check the schedule in advance of your duty date so that your coverage will be complete.  Thank you.  If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Karen Murphy.

May 23, 2025

Weekly Announcements from First Congregational Church West Brookfield – May 23, 2025

Sharing Cupboard Needs:
The Sharing Cupboard is in need of more plastic shopping bags, mustard, mayo, canned peas, canned carrots. Please leave all donations in the donation box at the church entry. Thank you!

Asparagus, Flower and Heritage Festival!
A huge and continued thanks to each of you who contributed in some way to our Annual Asparagus Chowder Sale! Due to everyone’s contributions and hard work we were able to bring in a record breaking $9936.81!

Please remember that these funds support our church so that we can fund our mission programs and operating expenses.
Thank You All!
Your Asparagus Festival Chowder Committee
Meetings This Week
No meetings this week.
Sunday School Schedule
Sunday school is held on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month. Our thanks to Nancy and Angela for teaching our children!
 
So you’ve volunteered. Now what?
Thank you for volunteering to be a reader or help with coffee hour. Everyone appreciates it!
Please remember to check the schedule in advance of your duty date so that your coverage will be complete.  Thank you.  If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Karen Murphy.
DEADLINE for the next Glad Tidings is Monday, May 26th.

May 16, 2025

Weekly Announcements from First Congregational Church West Brookfield – May 16, 2025

Sharing Cupboard Needs:
The Sharing Cupboard is in need of more plastic shopping bags, mustard, mayo, canned peas, canned carrots. Please leave all donations in the donation box at the church entry. Thank you!

Asparagus, Flower and Heritage Festival – TOMORROW May 17!
Be sure to enjoy the beautiful festival that will be held on the West Brookfield town common Saturday from 10 am – 3 pm.  Artisans, crafters, growers, kid’s activities, live music and more! When it’s time for lunch make your way over to the asparagus chowder tent on the church lawn for some delicious asparagus chowder, homemade cookies and a cold drink! On your way out buy a quart of cold chowder to enjoy later!

Hope to see you all there! Your Asparagus Festival Chowder Committee

FESTIVAL CLEAN-UP CREW NEEDS MORE HELPERS! Please see Terry Hall if you can lend a hand Saturday afternoon from about 2 – 4 pm. Thank you!
Meetings This Week
No meetings this week.
Sunday School Schedule
Sunday school is held on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month. Our thanks to Nancy and Angela for teaching our children!
So you’ve volunteered. Now what?

Thank you for volunteering to be a reader or help with coffee hour. Everyone appreciates it!
Please remember to check the schedule in advance of your duty date so that your coverage will be complete.  Thank you.  If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Karen Murphy.

DEADLINE for the next Glad Tidings is Monday, May 26th.
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