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Church Meeting on December 4th
We will continue our discussion about the future of the church, our life and missions, on December 4th, immediately following worship. George Graham has graciously agreed to moderate our discussion. Please join us in person or on Zoom, if you are able!
We will continue our discussion about the future of the church, our life and missions, on December 4th, immediately following worship. George Graham has graciously agreed to moderate our discussion. Please join us in person or on Zoom, if you are able!
Upcoming Concert at AUCC
On Sunday, December 11th at 6 P.M. members of the Lake Erie Wind Quintet will present “Noel: New Carols and Some Traditional Classical Treats” at Archwood United Church of Christ. This concert will feature newly-composed modern settings of holiday melodies composed by Dana Westfield and Brandyn Metzko alongside more traditional classical works. Light refreshments will be served. All are welcome, admission by donation.
On Sunday, December 11th at 6 P.M. members of the Lake Erie Wind Quintet will present “Noel: New Carols and Some Traditional Classical Treats” at Archwood United Church of Christ. This concert will feature newly-composed modern settings of holiday melodies composed by Dana Westfield and Brandyn Metzko alongside more traditional classical works. Light refreshments will be served. All are welcome, admission by donation.
ARCHWOOD READS Resumes!
Attention all readers and those who enjoy ideas and discussion: We will resume Archwood Reads, our Zoom Book Club, beginning Weds, November 2nd at 7pm. I'll send out a Zoom link for those meetings as we get closer to the date. We are delighted to read a book from one of our own, Edie Rasell's "The Way Of Abundance: Economic Justice In Scripture and Society". A mission at Archwood is to provide books and materials to those who might need them, so if you need help getting a book, please let us know. The zoom will be weekly, and we typically cover some chapters-per-week, but if you are interested but not committed to a book club format, feel free to zoom-in to listen-you are always welcome. Still have questions? Please contact the church office.
Attention all readers and those who enjoy ideas and discussion: We will resume Archwood Reads, our Zoom Book Club, beginning Weds, November 2nd at 7pm. I'll send out a Zoom link for those meetings as we get closer to the date. We are delighted to read a book from one of our own, Edie Rasell's "The Way Of Abundance: Economic Justice In Scripture and Society". A mission at Archwood is to provide books and materials to those who might need them, so if you need help getting a book, please let us know. The zoom will be weekly, and we typically cover some chapters-per-week, but if you are interested but not committed to a book club format, feel free to zoom-in to listen-you are always welcome. Still have questions? Please contact the church office.
Call for Study Participants at CWRU
Researchers at Case Western Reserve University are looking for teens ages 11-17 who struggle with anxiety in social situations, constant worries and/or depression to participate in a study. This study will utilize improv, the theatrical art of performance and storytelling without a script. This is a paid opportunity. Please see the flier below for more information.
Researchers at Case Western Reserve University are looking for teens ages 11-17 who struggle with anxiety in social situations, constant worries and/or depression to participate in a study. This study will utilize improv, the theatrical art of performance and storytelling without a script. This is a paid opportunity. Please see the flier below for more information.
Mask Policy Update
Archwood will, following CDC recommendations, go to a mask optional policy for in-person worship. You may be unmasked providing you feel well and are symptom free. Masks will still be offered for those who prefer to use them, and we respectfully ask that you consider zoom-attendance if you are unwell. Please know that this policy is fluid – meaning that we will resume masking if so advised, or if local rates warrant it.
Archwood will, following CDC recommendations, go to a mask optional policy for in-person worship. You may be unmasked providing you feel well and are symptom free. Masks will still be offered for those who prefer to use them, and we respectfully ask that you consider zoom-attendance if you are unwell. Please know that this policy is fluid – meaning that we will resume masking if so advised, or if local rates warrant it.
Seeds of Literacy seeks volunteers
Seeds of Literacy, an organization which pairs tutors with people needing to pass their GED tests, is looking for evening volunteers. (Their evening sessions run from 6:00 to 8:00.)
There are volunteer options at both of their brick-and-mortar sites (one on the east side and one on the west) and there is also a virtual option (via Zoom), meaning you don't need to leave your home to tutor -- an especially attractive choice in bad weather! You don't have to be a genius in any subject to tutor -- you just need to be committed and reliable. If you're interested in volunteering -- or just getting more info --you can e-mail SOL at the following address: christinelee@seedsofliteracy.org
Seeds of Literacy, an organization which pairs tutors with people needing to pass their GED tests, is looking for evening volunteers. (Their evening sessions run from 6:00 to 8:00.)
There are volunteer options at both of their brick-and-mortar sites (one on the east side and one on the west) and there is also a virtual option (via Zoom), meaning you don't need to leave your home to tutor -- an especially attractive choice in bad weather! You don't have to be a genius in any subject to tutor -- you just need to be committed and reliable. If you're interested in volunteering -- or just getting more info --you can e-mail SOL at the following address: christinelee@seedsofliteracy.org
DONATIONS of BOTTLED WATER NEEDED!
NorthEast Ohio Coalition for the Homeless (NEOCH) is in need of bottled water-(single serving sized) for their outreach services to our homeless neighbors. If you can help, please contact them (Toni Burton-Mickey) at 216-432-0540. You may drop off any amount of bottled water or other needed supplies Item Donations — Northeast Ohio Coalition for the Homeless (neoch.org) at their offices, 3631 Perkins Ave, Suite 3A-3, Cleveland, OH 44114, M-F from 9am-5pm. Or contact the church office. Thank you for helping our vulnerable neighbors!
NorthEast Ohio Coalition for the Homeless (NEOCH) is in need of bottled water-(single serving sized) for their outreach services to our homeless neighbors. If you can help, please contact them (Toni Burton-Mickey) at 216-432-0540. You may drop off any amount of bottled water or other needed supplies Item Donations — Northeast Ohio Coalition for the Homeless (neoch.org) at their offices, 3631 Perkins Ave, Suite 3A-3, Cleveland, OH 44114, M-F from 9am-5pm. Or contact the church office. Thank you for helping our vulnerable neighbors!
Pay to Stay Legislation Support
NEOCH is organizing housing advocates across Cleveland to make an impact in city hall, and they need your help - they’re looking for at least 50 advocates to commit to contacting their city legislators and/or make public comment at city hall to push for Source of Income protections and Pay to Stay legislation to protect Cleveland renters, especially low-income renters. To sign up to be one of these 50 advocates, or just to find more information, click here.
NEOCH is organizing housing advocates across Cleveland to make an impact in city hall, and they need your help - they’re looking for at least 50 advocates to commit to contacting their city legislators and/or make public comment at city hall to push for Source of Income protections and Pay to Stay legislation to protect Cleveland renters, especially low-income renters. To sign up to be one of these 50 advocates, or just to find more information, click here.
Next produce sale: December 11th
Archwood UCC sells produce to the public at discount prices on the second and fourth weekends of each month from 11am to 1pm. Without a supermarket or farmer’s market in our neighborhood, we’re doing our bit to offer fresh fruits and vegetables that can otherwise be hard to find. We also offer free breakfasts at these sales. Interested? Questions? Contact us!
Archwood UCC sells produce to the public at discount prices on the second and fourth weekends of each month from 11am to 1pm. Without a supermarket or farmer’s market in our neighborhood, we’re doing our bit to offer fresh fruits and vegetables that can otherwise be hard to find. We also offer free breakfasts at these sales. Interested? Questions? Contact us!
Podcast Recommendation
New Faith New Media is an independent media network discussing faith with a social justice lens. It currently features three podcasts - one of which is by our very own Aidan McCormack! Aidan’s show is called Breaking Fast, and it’s available to listen to on https://anchor.fm/nfnm. Check it out - and while you’re there, give the other two shows in the network a listen too!
New Faith New Media is an independent media network discussing faith with a social justice lens. It currently features three podcasts - one of which is by our very own Aidan McCormack! Aidan’s show is called Breaking Fast, and it’s available to listen to on https://anchor.fm/nfnm. Check it out - and while you’re there, give the other two shows in the network a listen too!
Past Weeks’ Sermons
Previous sermons can be viewed on YouTube. Some sermons from Aidan McCormack can be viewed on Aidan’s YouTube, and sermons from our other worship leaders can be viewed on Archwood UCC’s YouTube.
Two Ways to Give to Archwood United Church of Christ
Covid-19 is keeping us physically apart, but Archwood UCC remains committed to strengthening our connection to God and to one another through virtual worship and prayer. Support this work by joining us Sunday morning for worship and consider chipping in with a financial contribution in one of two ways:
Previous sermons can be viewed on YouTube. Some sermons from Aidan McCormack can be viewed on Aidan’s YouTube, and sermons from our other worship leaders can be viewed on Archwood UCC’s YouTube.
Two Ways to Give to Archwood United Church of Christ
Covid-19 is keeping us physically apart, but Archwood UCC remains committed to strengthening our connection to God and to one another through virtual worship and prayer. Support this work by joining us Sunday morning for worship and consider chipping in with a financial contribution in one of two ways:
- Make a check out to Archwood UCC. Put “Offering” in the subject line and mail it to 2800 Archwood Ave., Cleveland, OH 44109.
- Send money via Venmo to @Archwood-UCC
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