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MARCH 26 PUBLIC FORUM: WE THE PEOPLE ARE GREATER THAN FEAR
The purpose of this forum is to talk about the services offered by the Columbus Chapter of CAIR-Ohio, to discuss the challenges faced by American Muslims in our communities.
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Intergenerational Board Game Night
Come play with us! Friday, March 24th at 6:30pm Bring your friends, family, and a game to share. We will provide lots of boardgames, some other games, and a light snack.
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Covenant Class Begins March 5th
The Board of Extravagant Welcome and Evangelism and Pastor Eric invite all visitors interested in joining or learning about North Church to the Covenant Class being held March 5, 12, 26 and April 2, 2017. Lunch will be served immediately following the 10:30 am worship service in the Fellowship Hall, and the class will conclude…
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LET YOUR LIGHT SHINE TUESDAYS
The 2016 election cycled has wrung many of us out. The results have surprised nearly all and motivated many to become more aware and active in our public lives. Some have joined protests, walked in marches, shouted and waved slogans at rallies, phoned and written and visited their public servants – and a few have…
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Mr Seemore Visits North Church
Hi – I’m Eric Williams, senior pastor of North Church. Mister Seemore is someone I created out of my imagination because I am curious about what people experience when they visit North Church. While I pretend to be Mister Seemore, his personal qualities are all my own – that is, beneath the surface of my…
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Intergenerational Board Game Night
Come play on Friday, January 27th at 6:30pm Bring your friends, family and a game to share, we will provide some games and a light snack.
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Wednesday Evening Book Study
Wednesday Evening Book Study will begin its winter book, “Healing the Heart of Democracy” by Parker J. Palmer on Wednesday, January 25, 2017 at 7:00 pm . As a writer Palmer integrates decades of social activism with inner life exploration. Quoting from the book: “For those of us who want to see democracy survive…
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Blue Christmas
This year at North Church we will be celebrating our 8th annual No One Alone for the Holidays Christmas dinner and Blue Christmas service. We will be serving a traditional Christmas dinner at 12:00 noon, right after our 10:30 am worship, to be followed by the Blue Christmas service at 1:00 pm. All are welcome…
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Annual Meeting Notice
The Annual Meeting of North Congregational United Church of Christ will be held on January 8, 2017, immediately following the 10:30 service. All are welcome to the business meeting of the church and foundation. You will hear about the wonderful work done by the Boards, have a chance to vote on leadership for next year…
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Christmas 2016
December 24 7:00 pm Family Christmas Eve Service 11:00 pm Candlelight Christmas Eve Service December 25 no 8:15 am worship on Christmas 10:30 am Worship 12:00 pm No One Alone for the Holidays meal 1:00 pm Blue Christmas Service
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Covenant Class
Twice a year the Board of Evangelism and Pastor Eric host a four session course for friends and visitors who are interested in joining North Church. Eric schedules the course when he’s had sufficient inquiries. Please contact Eric at ncpastor@midohio.twcbc.com if you are interested. Thank you!
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The Bible is Now on our Website
North Church has been blessed for many years by the presence of Reverend Herman Hartmann, who graces us by sharing his wisdom at our Bible studies, and sometimes shares a sermon from the pulpit. Reverend Hartmann has created what he calls a private translation of the bible, working for several decades in languages like Ethiopic…
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Calling All Christmas Decorating Elves!
Come to the Hanging of the Greens – Sunday, November 27th The Board of Christian Education is sponsoring a potluck lunch and inviting you to join them for the fun of decorating for Christmas. Please sign up to bring an item for lunch (sign-up sheet will be posted in the Narthex) and help us put…
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Conversation About Healing after the Election 12pm Sunday, Nov. 13th
YOU ARE INVITED TO BEGIN A DIFFICULT CONVERSATION TO RESTORE HOPE AND BEGIN HEALING. Margaret Wheatley, in her 2002 book, Turning to One Another: Simple Conversations to Restore Hope to the Future wrote: “It’s not easy to begin talking to one another again. We stay silent and apart for many reasons. Some of us…
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Faith and Film Event November 11, 2016 7pm
Her will be shown in the Rainbow Room on Friday, November 11, at 7 pm. Refreshments will be provided. If you would like to attend and need childcare, contact Joanna Samuelson at joannasamuelson7@gmail.com Her, a 2013 film written, directed, and produced by Spike Jonze, tells the story of Theodore Twombly (Joaquin Phoenix), who is sweet,…
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Rocketry Party At North Church
On October 29th, the Columbus Society for the Advancement of Rocketry (CSAR) met at North Church for their fall party. Larry Rice, a member of North Church, has led the group for 13 years. The group meets regularly every other Sunday, often followed by a launch at a nearby field in Columbus or Plain City. Check the…
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Adult Education: Music is in the Air!
In September and October, many of you participated in the two-week Adult Education series, “Music is in the Air,” led by Carri Hainline, Roger Holmes and Diane Holmes. We joined our voices together in song while we learned the stories behind some of our favorite hymns. It was an informative, inspiring and moving program —…
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“The Paradox of Generosity”
Church leaders meet this month to talk about the study published in the book by Christian Smith and Hilary Davidson. Significant statistical evidence correlates generosity and greater happiness and reduced unhappiness. Voluntary financial giving, volunteering, relational and neighborly generosity were evaluated in a diverse group of skit two thousand participants, and shouted a proportional relationship…
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New Pastoral Intern and Minister of Music installed in September
This September, we installed our new Pastoral Intern and Minister of Music.
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Wednesday Evening Book Study
Convictions: How I Learned What Matters Most by Marcus Borg Wednesdays at 7pm.
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North Church Pride
Our marchers got ready to go to the parade on June 18th.
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Summer Journey #1
The Board of Christian Education invites you to Summer Journey #1, a visit to the Scioto Audubon MetroPark on Sunday, June 26th. Please RSVP to Susan Kinzer by return e-mail or by calling the church (614-451-1835) with how many in your family will participate. We will meet after the 10:30 service for a light lunch…
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10th Mary Magdalene Celebration
The 10th Mary Magdalene Celebration is a Gospel Song Fest! Music is the vehicle for Message; Spoken Word, the Transition. We welcome Rev Dr Susan Smith and her Crazy Faith Freedom Choir. They will lead us in a Gospel Mary Magdalene Celebration. In addition to many gospel-inspired anthems, the congregation will raise its voice in…
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Summer Youth Book Club
The summer youth book club will be reading Pax,by Sara Pennypacker. Talk to your youth’s Sunday school teacher for details.
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OWL Training
Our Whole Lives is the human sexuality course jointly developed by the UCC and the Unitarian Universalists. Our congregation hosted a training for church educators at North on June 20-22. The program was a joint venture with the Unitarian Universalists. The program trained young people to explore the question of who they are, including aspects…
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Good News x3, by Jo Anne Nay
“How could we share the good news (gospel) with the unchurched?” was the question Pastor Eric asked at the meeting of our newly elected officers in late January. Here are my 3 good news words (in not only for church people language): abundance, gifts and called. Abundance. We proclaim abundance in contrast to a world that…
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Wednesday Evening Book Study: Eager to Love
A new book for WEBS (Wednesday Evening Book Study) begins on Wednesday evenings starting April 13th at 7 pm with “Eager to Love: The Alternative Way of Francis of Assisi” by Richard Rohr. Come join a group of kind hearted friends (and new friends) who enjoy reflecting together. We meet weekly; we anticipate we will…
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Covenant Class
All visitors interested in joining or learning about North Church are invited to the Covenant Class being held April 17 and May 1 and 8, 2016. Lunch will be served immediately following the 10:30 am worship service in the Fellowship Hall, and the class will conclude by 2:30 pm. Child care will be provided upon…
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Gifts-Based Church Adult Education
Adult Education Series April 17 and 24 at 9:15 am “Gifted, With Gifts to Share!” Led by Jo Anne Nay, Minister for Equipping the Saints, with stories from North Church members. April 17: “Each One Gifted” What a difference to believe each person has been gifted by God and we need those differing gifts! April…
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B.R.E.A.D. Rally and Nehemiah Action Meeting
Save the Dates: B.R.E.A.D. Rally April 11 Congregation Tifereth Israel 1354 E. Broad St., Columbus, OH 43205 Nehemiah Action May 9 Celeste Center There are important updates to the three current issues, Welcome Columbus, Stop the violence, and Jobs and Economic opportunities available on the Justice Table in the narthex.