News from the Pews, May 7th
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_______________ ICEOutVt tomorrow, Friday, May 8th, in St. Albans IceOutVt is a coalition of folks, including the organizations listed on the webiste at https://iceoutvt.org/our-plan. It is organizing a peaceful protest at Taylor Park in St. Albans for May 8 and the website explains the purpose and goals. Folks from all over the state are attending and we are hoping for a significant turn-out. At the beginning of the protest members of the clergy and people of faith will be part of a 5 -10 minute presentation (one speaker and one song). We would like as many people as we can gather to hold tombstones with the names of people who have died in ICE custody. WE NEED YOU! We have over 70 'tombstones' to carry. The ask: Show up at the gazebo at Taylor Park between 11:30 and 12. Hang out until 12 and then take a short walk with one of the cardboard tombstones to help us display the names of the deceased. Then return the tombstone to the gazebo. This is an EASY WAY to have an important roll in this event. People of all faiths and people of faith and spirituality outside the familiar are all welcome to participate! Feel free to email questions to Susan McMillan at smcmillan@diovermont.org. Please show up. Please bring a friend. Please be a part of the resistance. |
________________ Outreach Ministry Team Volunteer Survey The Outreach Ministry Team would like to deepen our community connection through exploring where the members of our congregation volunteer outside of CSCC. This will enable us to:
We will collect this information in two ways: An online survey and in person after church on Sunday. To take the survey, click on this link: https://forms.gle/p2mCEhcPBPUtyVJh7 After church, in person, we will have sticky notes and pens for people to write down their volunteer info, name and way to contact them (email, text or phone). These will be placed on a board at the back of the church. For Zoom congregants, we will ask you to write down your volunteer information and preferred contact info in the chat. Thank you for participating in the survey or via sticky notes. We will share the information we collect with the congregation. Any questions, contact Mary Alice Favro at bfieldsgoshen@gmail.com ________________ |
CSCC Outing to a Lake Monsters Ballgame? The Vermont Lake Mnsters play at Centennial Field in Burlington from early June-early August. If there is interest, College Street Church will arrange a group outing. Take the 2-question survey and let us know whether you would be interested in attending an evening of fun and fellowship. __________________ |
Congratulations to Marjorie MacNeill -- 25 Years in the Ministry On May 6th Marjorie celebrated the 25th anniversary of her ordination. We all congratulate her on this important milestone! ________________ |
Youth Group Schedule for May
Dear Friends,
The youth group meets on Sunday nights at 5pm. May 10 May 17 May 24 May 31 -- Messy Olympics
The schedule: Middle School: 5–6 pm Dinner: 6–6:30 pm High School: 6:30–7:30 pm
We’re looking for volunteers. Many past volunteers have shared that serving in youth ministry has been one of the most meaningful ways they’ve participated in our church community. Volunteer Signup
If you haven’t completed a background check form yet, just reply to this email and I’ll send you the information you need.
Thank you for supporting our youth and helping them grow in faith and fellowship!
In faith and gratitude, Will Robinson, Youth Ministry Leader _____________ |
New LOGOS Time and Program Looking for a free and fun spirituality program for kids -- and maybe even yourself? Look no further! LOGOS is a Sunday morning program for children in Kindergarten through 5th grade and parents, featuring games, spiritual exploration, light refreshments, and open conversation about real-life questions. No registration required! Just show up! Each week centers on a theme, exploring topics in ways that engage both children and adults—like why spirituality matters, what does it mean to 'be good' or 'be bad', and even big questions like whether magic (or the Easter Bunny!) is real. When: Sunday, 11:15 AM – 1:00 PMDate: May 10th Questions? Contact Lacey Sanchez, MDiv., BCClsanchez@collegestreetchurch.org 203-243-4526 (call or text) ________________ |
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_______________ ANNUAL CHURCH CLEAN UP DAY Saturday, May 30th, 9:00 am-12:30 pm
Opportunities for yard work, gardening, and plantings outside, plus cleaning tasks inside. Please bring your own work gloves. Bring your favorite garden tools (optional). Come and go as you are able. A fun day of fellowship and accomplishments! |
________________ Fill Our Food Pantry
Several years ago the Youth Group built a Food Pantry and placed it on the corner of our church yard near S. Union St. It’s a great location and is often empty. This note is a rally call!
Let’s make sure there is food and/or other non-food items at least every Sunday. There is a link in the News from the Pews each week to sign up. When the link opens, scroll down for a shopping list of food and non-food items you can contribute. If can swing by and contribute during the week, that would be great too!
Thanks for your participation--Mary Alice Favro |
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Today, Thursday, MAY 7th, 5-7 pm-OHAVI ZEDEK 188 North Prospect Street, Burlington VT Interfaith Action & CASAN Fundraiser This fundraiser is for both Vermont Interfaith Action (VIA) and Chittenden Asylum Seekers Assistance Network (CASAN) to support social and immigrant justice work with first generation immigrants, asylum seekers and refugees in Vermont.
Join this interfaith, multicultural gathering to see the art and hear their stories from high school students studying cultural preservation and from adult immigrants to our state. Support our neighbors and help build bridges with people of all faiths. Enjoy food from different cultures. Purchase tickets with this link. Can't attend? Please consider making a donation to this worthy event here: GIFTS FROM THE HEART AND ALL SUPPORT IS GREATLY APPRECIATED! 100% of money raised is given to CASAN and VIA. https://ohavizedek.shulcloud.com/form/rooted-in-vermont-2026.html For more info or suggestions, text or call Nancy Baker, 802--578-4044 or email ROOTEDinVT@gmail.com |
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Sign up to bring coffee, juice, and treats, and clean up after the service. |
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