In January, our Christian Explorers start by worshipping with our friends from Plymouth Church in an intergenerational Epiphany service on January 5. Then we will celebrate some of the big events in Jesus’ life starting with his baptism. We’ll meet his closest friends, the disciples, and learn from them about what it means to be […]
After Christmas
Dear friends, There’s always a sigh that comes at this time of year when Christmas is over and we pack our ornaments and decorations away for another year. Sometimes it’s a sigh of relief or exhaustion, with a bit of a let down from all the anticipation and excitement of the holidays mixed in. The […]
Seeds of Grace Worship
Sunday, January 19 at 5:00pm for soup 5:30 pm worship in Susan P. Dickerman Hall. The Seeds of Grace worship team will lead a time of warm community and creative worship in the season after the Epiphany. Come gather for a cup of soup and a time of sharing stories and song, conversation and prayer. […]
Seeds of Grace Worship
Sunday, December 15 at 5:00pm for a simple supper5:30pm worship in Susan P. Dickerman Hall. The Seeds of Grace worship team will lead us in time of warm community and creative worship with the Advent theme, “What are we waiting for?” Come gather for a cup of soup and a time of sharing stories and […]
Christian Education in December
On December 1, a Christmas tree will grace Sue Dickerman Hall to usher in the Advent season. In addition to picking up your Christmas Wreath that Sunday, you are invited to bring an ornament to hang on the tree ~ something that’s meaningful to you or your family to share with the congregation during Advent […]
Christmas Pageants
“Let the children come to me; do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of God. Truly, I say to you, whoever does not receive the kingdom of God like a child shall not enter it.” Mark 10:14-15 Dear friends, I love Christmas pageants. I collect them, actually. The stories are poignant and […]
Seeds of Grace Worship
Sunday, November 17 in Susan P. Dickerman Hall5:00pm for a simple supper, 5:30pm for worship. Come join the Seeds of Grace worship team on an autumn evening for a warm meal, deep reflection and creative worship as we are spiritually fed through song and prayer, sharing and silence. November’s theme is “How do we give […]
Leftovers
2 Corinthians 9:6-15 Preaching in the season of stewardship. I must admit that it’s not my most favorite time to preach. You know…preaching about money, giving, making a stewardship pledge. Maybe it’s the old New England Yankee in me. One doesn’t talk about money. It’s not polite. Just not done. Then I found a poem […]
Christmas Wreath Sale
Help us raise funds to support youth ministries here at Edwards Church. You can purchase a twelve-inch wreath with a classic red or cranberry bow. Consider spreading the holiday cheer and order an extra wreath for your friends! We will take orders during coffee hour on November 17, 24, and December 1. Pick up your […]
Pennies
“Each of you must give as you have made up your mind, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” –2 Corinthians 9:7 Dear friends, There is an old folk tale about sharing, the story of “stone soup.” Three strangers enter a town where the towns folk are hungry and afraid, everyone […]