SATURDAY, DECEMBER 11
9:00 am to 3:00 PM at the East Woodstock Church
For youth in Grades 7-12
Help with child care so parents can have some time for holiday preparations! You can sign up for either a morning or afternoon shift. Choose to help with baking, crafts, outdoor play, or story time. Proceeds will go toward our Boston Urban Outreach trip in March.
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Thursday, November 18, 2010
Giv2 Northeast presents "HOMELESS FOR THE HOLIDAYS"
VISIT TO ACCESS EMERGENCY SHELTER
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 5
**Bring an unwrapped gift for a teen age 12-18.**
This can be clothing, hats, gloves, games, or gift certificates.
Giv2 is for ALL YOUTH IN GRADES 7-12
Friends are welcome, so pass the word!
1:00 GATHER at the Westfield Congregational Church at 210 Main Street in Danielson.
1:30 GIVE We’ll bake Christmas cookies and walk to deliver them to the shelter in Danielson. Shirley Ryman of the Access Agency will be with us to tell about the ‘situational’ poverty that impacts people in our area.
3:30 REFLECT on what it would be like to be homeless for the holidays.
4:00 RETURN home to tell your story.
RSVP by Thursday, December 2 to reserve your spot.
We need adults to provide cookie dough, drive, and chaperon. Join our giv2 team!
Contact Debby Kirk at 860-377-2675 or email ddkirk@snet.net to volunteer or get more information.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 5
**Bring an unwrapped gift for a teen age 12-18.**
This can be clothing, hats, gloves, games, or gift certificates.
Giv2 is for ALL YOUTH IN GRADES 7-12
Friends are welcome, so pass the word!
1:00 GATHER at the Westfield Congregational Church at 210 Main Street in Danielson.
1:30 GIVE We’ll bake Christmas cookies and walk to deliver them to the shelter in Danielson. Shirley Ryman of the Access Agency will be with us to tell about the ‘situational’ poverty that impacts people in our area.
3:30 REFLECT on what it would be like to be homeless for the holidays.
4:00 RETURN home to tell your story.
RSVP by Thursday, December 2 to reserve your spot.
We need adults to provide cookie dough, drive, and chaperon. Join our giv2 team!
Contact Debby Kirk at 860-377-2675 or email ddkirk@snet.net to volunteer or get more information.
Thursday, November 4, 2010
NOVEMBER EVENTS
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 3
STRESS FREE ZONE
For youth in grades 9-12
2:30 to 3:30 at the Hill Church
Drop in for a cup of tea or cocoa and some homemade cookies.
Take an after-school break and unwind before you dig in to homework.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 6
FRIENDLY BOWL
For youth in grades 7-12.
Help out with the Special Olympics Bowling Tournament in Brooklyn. We need folks to either escort the handicapped participants to the lanes or keep score for games. Meet at the Hill Church at 7:30 am to carpool to the Friendly Bowl in Brooklyn. The event ends at 12 noon. Bring a few dollars so we can stop for lunch and return by 1:00.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 14
GAME NIGHT
For youth in grades7-12.
6:00 to 7:30 PM at the Hill Church.
Hang out with friends and try a new game. Gather in the kitchen to help us create a yummy blueberry treat for dessert!
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 21
GOOD MORNING SUNSHINE!
For youth in grades 9-12
Bring an item for our Thanksgiving collection and help pack baskets to be distributed. Meet in the kitchen after worship.
STRESS FREE ZONE
For youth in grades 9-12
2:30 to 3:30 at the Hill Church
Drop in for a cup of tea or cocoa and some homemade cookies.
Take an after-school break and unwind before you dig in to homework.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 6
FRIENDLY BOWL
For youth in grades 7-12.
Help out with the Special Olympics Bowling Tournament in Brooklyn. We need folks to either escort the handicapped participants to the lanes or keep score for games. Meet at the Hill Church at 7:30 am to carpool to the Friendly Bowl in Brooklyn. The event ends at 12 noon. Bring a few dollars so we can stop for lunch and return by 1:00.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 14
GAME NIGHT
For youth in grades7-12.
6:00 to 7:30 PM at the Hill Church.
Hang out with friends and try a new game. Gather in the kitchen to help us create a yummy blueberry treat for dessert!
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 21
GOOD MORNING SUNSHINE!
For youth in grades 9-12
Bring an item for our Thanksgiving collection and help pack baskets to be distributed. Meet in the kitchen after worship.
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
October Schedule of Events
DIG IN TO SERVICE WITH GIV2
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 3
For youth in grades 7-12. We’re going to the People’s Harvest Garden to pick fresh produce for local soup kitchens. Meet at the Hill Church at 12:15 to carpool. Lunch is provided. We’ll return by 3:30 PM.
MEALS ON WHEELS
MONDAY, OCTOBER 11
For youth in grades 9-12. Put your faith into action and help out with the meal at Community Kitchen. Come to the HILL CHURCH at 9:30 am. We’ll prepare a hot meal, transport it to North Grosvenordale, visit with the guests, serve lunch at noon, and return by 1:30 PM. Please contact Debby by Wednesday, October 7 to reserve your spot.
GAME NIGHT
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 17
For youth in grades7-12.
6:00 to 7:30 PM at the Hill Church. Hang out with friends and try a new card game. We’re making apple crisp for dessert!
LETTERBOXING
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 24
For youth in grades 7-12.
Meet at the EAST WOODSTOCK CHURCH at 12:30 for an outdoor adventure. Follow the map to find the hidden box with a message. Bring your own sandwich and we’ll supply drinks. Get picked up at 3:30 PM at East.
MOVIE NIGHT
SATURDAY, OCT. 30
*Community Event* FREE movie at 8:00 PM at Palmer Auditorium. Woodstock Historical Society presents your favorite suspense story featuring Edward and Bella!
Rated PG-13. Refreshments will be on sale.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 3
For youth in grades 7-12. We’re going to the People’s Harvest Garden to pick fresh produce for local soup kitchens. Meet at the Hill Church at 12:15 to carpool. Lunch is provided. We’ll return by 3:30 PM.
MEALS ON WHEELS
MONDAY, OCTOBER 11
For youth in grades 9-12. Put your faith into action and help out with the meal at Community Kitchen. Come to the HILL CHURCH at 9:30 am. We’ll prepare a hot meal, transport it to North Grosvenordale, visit with the guests, serve lunch at noon, and return by 1:30 PM. Please contact Debby by Wednesday, October 7 to reserve your spot.
GAME NIGHT
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 17
For youth in grades7-12.
6:00 to 7:30 PM at the Hill Church. Hang out with friends and try a new card game. We’re making apple crisp for dessert!
LETTERBOXING
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 24
For youth in grades 7-12.
Meet at the EAST WOODSTOCK CHURCH at 12:30 for an outdoor adventure. Follow the map to find the hidden box with a message. Bring your own sandwich and we’ll supply drinks. Get picked up at 3:30 PM at East.
MOVIE NIGHT
SATURDAY, OCT. 30
*Community Event* FREE movie at 8:00 PM at Palmer Auditorium. Woodstock Historical Society presents your favorite suspense story featuring Edward and Bella!
Rated PG-13. Refreshments will be on sale.
STRESS FREE ZONE
For Juniors and Seniors
Wednesday October 6 and Monday, October 18
2:30 to 3:30 at the HILL CHURCH
Get off the treadmill for a few minutes! Take a break from school. Set aside the pressures of the college search. Recharge your batteries before you head out to work, lessons, or library. Drop in and UNWIND with a snack and conversation with friends. Come to either one or both dates. Call Debby for details.
Wednesday October 6 and Monday, October 18
2:30 to 3:30 at the HILL CHURCH
Get off the treadmill for a few minutes! Take a break from school. Set aside the pressures of the college search. Recharge your batteries before you head out to work, lessons, or library. Drop in and UNWIND with a snack and conversation with friends. Come to either one or both dates. Call Debby for details.
Sunday, September 12, 2010
giv2 northeast
PLANNING TEAM MEETING
Wednesday, September 15
7:00 PM at the First Congregational Church of Woodstock
543 Route 169 in Woodstock
DIG IN TO SERVICE WITH GIV2
Sunday, October 3
People's Harvest Garden in Pomfret
Feed the hungry! Help pick vegetables to send to local soup kitchens. Youth in grades 7-12 are invited to join us for an afternoon of service and fellowship. Meet at the garden on Wolf Den Road in Pomfret at 12:30. Lunch is provided. Contact Debby Kirk at 860-928-3215 to reserve a spot.
Wednesday, September 15
7:00 PM at the First Congregational Church of Woodstock
543 Route 169 in Woodstock
DIG IN TO SERVICE WITH GIV2
Sunday, October 3
People's Harvest Garden in Pomfret
Feed the hungry! Help pick vegetables to send to local soup kitchens. Youth in grades 7-12 are invited to join us for an afternoon of service and fellowship. Meet at the garden on Wolf Den Road in Pomfret at 12:30. Lunch is provided. Contact Debby Kirk at 860-928-3215 to reserve a spot.
Tuesday, September 7, 2010
September Events
HOMECOMING SUNDAY
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 Come to worship at 10:00 at your home church! Sign up for our youth group mailing list and pick up your FREE ~mystery~ gift.
PADDLE/RACQUET OLYMPICS
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 19
5:30 to 7:30 at the Hill Church
--for all youth in grades 7-12
Grab a buddy and team up to try some whacky racquet games-- ping pong challenges, birdie in a box (badminton for accuracy), volley volume, and more. We’ll also grill hot dogs for supper and make sundaes!
EAST BAY BIKE LOOP
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25
Meet at the Hill Church at 12:30
It’s a smooth, scenic ride along the RI shore! We’ll stop for ice cream along the way and return by 5:30 PM. Call Kelly Bottieri at 974-1344 by 9/22 to reserve your spot. Bring your own bike, water bottle, and helmet.
FRIENDS are ALWAYS WELCOME at YOUTH GROUP!
Note: A signed medical release form is required for all Youth Group trips. Download a copy from your church website and bring it to our first meeting.
Log on to www.hillchurch.org or www.ewcchurch.org for info.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 Come to worship at 10:00 at your home church! Sign up for our youth group mailing list and pick up your FREE ~mystery~ gift.
PADDLE/RACQUET OLYMPICS
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 19
5:30 to 7:30 at the Hill Church
--for all youth in grades 7-12
Grab a buddy and team up to try some whacky racquet games-- ping pong challenges, birdie in a box (badminton for accuracy), volley volume, and more. We’ll also grill hot dogs for supper and make sundaes!
EAST BAY BIKE LOOP
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25
Meet at the Hill Church at 12:30
It’s a smooth, scenic ride along the RI shore! We’ll stop for ice cream along the way and return by 5:30 PM. Call Kelly Bottieri at 974-1344 by 9/22 to reserve your spot. Bring your own bike, water bottle, and helmet.
FRIENDS are ALWAYS WELCOME at YOUTH GROUP!
Note: A signed medical release form is required for all Youth Group trips. Download a copy from your church website and bring it to our first meeting.
Log on to www.hillchurch.org or www.ewcchurch.org for info.
Monday, July 26, 2010
Compassion Camp 2010
Monday, July 26
Learning to be a locovore-- picking berries at Woodstock Orchards.
Visit from Dot and Judy.
Tuesday, July 27
Senior Cafe at the Hill Church from 11 to 1.
Wear your purple shirt, sneakers, and bring a hat or hair tie. Lunch will be provided.
Wednesday, July 28
Unified Games with the Center of Hope.
Wear your purple shirt and sneakers. Bring water and sunscreen. Lunch will be provided.
Thursday, July 29
People's Harvest Garden in Pomfret
Bug spray, work gloves, and byo lunch.
Laser tag in the afternoon!
Friday, July 30
Second Chance Animal Shelter.
Wear your purple shirt, byo lunch.
Bring a donation for the shelter.
Learning to be a locovore-- picking berries at Woodstock Orchards.
Visit from Dot and Judy.
Tuesday, July 27
Senior Cafe at the Hill Church from 11 to 1.
Wear your purple shirt, sneakers, and bring a hat or hair tie. Lunch will be provided.
Wednesday, July 28
Unified Games with the Center of Hope.
Wear your purple shirt and sneakers. Bring water and sunscreen. Lunch will be provided.
Thursday, July 29
People's Harvest Garden in Pomfret
Bug spray, work gloves, and byo lunch.
Laser tag in the afternoon!
Friday, July 30
Second Chance Animal Shelter.
Wear your purple shirt, byo lunch.
Bring a donation for the shelter.
Friday, April 2, 2010
BAREFOOT SUNDAY IS COMING ON MAY 9
SOLES 4 SOULS --
OUR NEXT “STEP” TO
HELP THE PEOPLE OF HAITI
Barefoot Sunday is coming on May 9.
We invite you to bring your gently used shoes and leave them at the door as you enter worship. Include $1 per pair to cover shipping costs. Shoes will be distributed to needy families by soles 4 souls. Please talk to Dianna Rebello if you would like to help out.
In the meantime, check your closets for extra pairs of footwear and log on to http://www.soles4souls to learn more about this amazing effort.
OUR NEXT “STEP” TO
HELP THE PEOPLE OF HAITI
Barefoot Sunday is coming on May 9.
We invite you to bring your gently used shoes and leave them at the door as you enter worship. Include $1 per pair to cover shipping costs. Shoes will be distributed to needy families by soles 4 souls. Please talk to Dianna Rebello if you would like to help out.
In the meantime, check your closets for extra pairs of footwear and log on to http://www.soles4souls to learn more about this amazing effort.
APRIL 2010 YOUTH EVENTS
Sunday, April 4
EASTER SUNDAY
Come celebrate the GOOD NEWS! Join us for worship at 10:00 am or call Deb if you can help with child care.
Sunday, April 11
SHAKE, RATTLE, AND ROLL
6 to 7:30 PM at East Woodstock – for all youth in GR 5-12.
Back by popular demand—it’s game night! SHAKE—myo milk shake, RATTLE—we challenge you to a game of Bunko, ROLL—we’ll roll out our plans for our Soles4Souls project to send shoes to Haiti. Call a friend and carpool.
NOTE: There will be a special meeting for who are going to RYE in Boston will follow from 7:30 to 8:00 PM. Be there!
Sunday, April 18
SYG SUNDAY MORNING
Day McCallister, Associate Conference Minister for Youth and Young Adults for CT will be preaching at East Woodstock. If you met her at our Giv2 kick off, or heard her at the Celebration in VT, you know Day is an awesome preacher! Come for worship at 10:00 at East Woodstock and help as a greeter or usher. There will be time to talk with Day after worship so plan to stay for our “2nd hour” today.
Tuesday, April 20
GIV2 HITS THE ROAD
All youth in grades 7 and up are invited to join us as we prepare and serve a meal for the Community Kitchen in Putnam. Meet at the East Woodstock Church at 9:00 am and carpool. Bring a vegetable peeler, a hat or hairtie, and food donation. RSVP by 4/18 to reserve your spot
EASTER SUNDAY
Come celebrate the GOOD NEWS! Join us for worship at 10:00 am or call Deb if you can help with child care.
Sunday, April 11
SHAKE, RATTLE, AND ROLL
6 to 7:30 PM at East Woodstock – for all youth in GR 5-12.
Back by popular demand—it’s game night! SHAKE—myo milk shake, RATTLE—we challenge you to a game of Bunko, ROLL—we’ll roll out our plans for our Soles4Souls project to send shoes to Haiti. Call a friend and carpool.
NOTE: There will be a special meeting for who are going to RYE in Boston will follow from 7:30 to 8:00 PM. Be there!
Sunday, April 18
SYG SUNDAY MORNING
Day McCallister, Associate Conference Minister for Youth and Young Adults for CT will be preaching at East Woodstock. If you met her at our Giv2 kick off, or heard her at the Celebration in VT, you know Day is an awesome preacher! Come for worship at 10:00 at East Woodstock and help as a greeter or usher. There will be time to talk with Day after worship so plan to stay for our “2nd hour” today.
Tuesday, April 20
GIV2 HITS THE ROAD
All youth in grades 7 and up are invited to join us as we prepare and serve a meal for the Community Kitchen in Putnam. Meet at the East Woodstock Church at 9:00 am and carpool. Bring a vegetable peeler, a hat or hairtie, and food donation. RSVP by 4/18 to reserve your spot
Friday, January 29, 2010
NEW ENGLAND REGIONAL YOUTH EVENT
New England Regional Youth Event [NERYE]is coming!
June 24-27, 2010 at Boston University
Inside out/Outside in-- Finding our way in God's World
for youth who are currently in Grades 8-12
Kick off your summer with RYE, the New England Regional Youth Event! Meet hundreds of kids from all over New England, grow your spirit with dynamic worship and exciting workshops, spend a day doing service work in Boston, relax with swimming, basketball, a downtown Trolley Tour, and more!
Pick up your registration froms from Debby today or download from http://www.macucc.org/youth/NewEnglandRegionalYouthEvent.htm.
Workshop choices and $100 deposit is due on February 7.
June 24-27, 2010 at Boston University
Inside out/Outside in-- Finding our way in God's World
for youth who are currently in Grades 8-12
Kick off your summer with RYE, the New England Regional Youth Event! Meet hundreds of kids from all over New England, grow your spirit with dynamic worship and exciting workshops, spend a day doing service work in Boston, relax with swimming, basketball, a downtown Trolley Tour, and more!
Pick up your registration froms from Debby today or download from http://www.macucc.org/youth/NewEnglandRegionalYouthEvent.htm.
Workshop choices and $100 deposit is due on February 7.
FEBRUARY 2010 SCHEDULE
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 7
SOUPER BOWL
It’s easy! Just bring $1 or some canned goods and come to your home church for morning worship. Our gifts will support the Daily Bread Food Pantry which serves the hungry in Northeastern CT.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 16
GIV2 IN PUTNAM
Come to our first giv2 event as we serve a meal at the Community Kitchen in Putnam. You can warm your heart and provide a hot meal for hungry folks. Meet at EAST WOODSTOCK Church at 9:00 am to carpool to Putnam. For all kids in grades 7-12. Download a permission slip from the church website.
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 21
YM HUDDLE
11:30 to 12:00 at the East Woodstock Church. Come for a quick meeting to review RYE registration and make plans for the Italian Dinner.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 27
SYG ITALIAN DINNER
5:30 TO 7:00 PM at the HILL CHURCH. We need everyone to help to make this a success. You can sell tickets, set up tables, decorate, prep food, serve, or clean up. [FYI—SYG workers get a free meal and Yes, you can ask a friend to work with you!] Money raised will help cover the 2010 SYG Budget.
SOUPER BOWL
It’s easy! Just bring $1 or some canned goods and come to your home church for morning worship. Our gifts will support the Daily Bread Food Pantry which serves the hungry in Northeastern CT.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 16
GIV2 IN PUTNAM
Come to our first giv2 event as we serve a meal at the Community Kitchen in Putnam. You can warm your heart and provide a hot meal for hungry folks. Meet at EAST WOODSTOCK Church at 9:00 am to carpool to Putnam. For all kids in grades 7-12. Download a permission slip from the church website.
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 21
YM HUDDLE
11:30 to 12:00 at the East Woodstock Church. Come for a quick meeting to review RYE registration and make plans for the Italian Dinner.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 27
SYG ITALIAN DINNER
5:30 TO 7:00 PM at the HILL CHURCH. We need everyone to help to make this a success. You can sell tickets, set up tables, decorate, prep food, serve, or clean up. [FYI—SYG workers get a free meal and Yes, you can ask a friend to work with you!] Money raised will help cover the 2010 SYG Budget.
giv2 Kick Off
giv2 Kick Off Event
Sunday, January 31
5 to 7 PM at the Hill Church
giv2 (Give Squared) is a CORPS of UCC youth +
adults GIVING back to our communities in response
to the GIFTS of God.
Sunday, January 31
5 to 7 PM at the Hill Church
giv2 (Give Squared) is a CORPS of UCC youth +
adults GIVING back to our communities in response
to the GIFTS of God.
Together, we explore our faith
through SERVICE + FELLOWSHIP.
through SERVICE + FELLOWSHIP.
giv2 is for all youth in grades 7-12! Join us for music, games, dance breaks, power point, and a pizza supper. Rev. Day McCallister will be on hand to share info about this new outreach program.
Saturday, January 2, 2010
JANUARY 2010 EVENTS
STAR OF WONDER
Sunday, January 3
Come to morning worship at 10:00 am as we celebrate EPIPHANY SUNDAY-- the arrival of the Three Kings at the manger.
At East Woodstock—Pick up your “Star Gift” for 2010
At the Hill—Join us for our Christmas pageant followed by a Mediterranean buffet.
SKATING AT UCONN
Sunday, January 10
Dust off your blades and join us for some winter fun. We will meet at the Hill Church at 4:15 PM and carpool to Storrs. Cost is $5 for admission. Rental skates are available at $4/pair. Skating session is from 5:45 to 6:55. We will return to Woodstock by 7:45 PM. Friends are welcome but be sure to call Deb by Jan. 8 to reserve your spot.
DAY OF SERVICE
Monday, January 18
“Everybody can be great because everybody can serve.” -Martin Luther King, Jr.
Mark the MLK Holiday by giving your time to help others. Meet at the Hill Church from 9 am to 12 noon to assist with “Parish Care.” You can cook up a casserole for a shut in, make a get well card for someone who is sick, or even learn to knit a prayer shawl. Come for an hour or stay for the whole morning!
SLCC SUNDAY AND ANNUAL MEETING
Sunday, January 24
Come to worship at 10:00 at your home church this morning. We’ll have news about Silver Lake Conferences for summer 2010 and make important decisions about our church budget.
SYG SUNDAY NIGHT
Sunday, January 31
5 to 7 PM at the Hill Church
Come and find out how you can put faith in action in the New Year! Rev. Day McCallister will be with us to tell about GIV2, our new program for service work in the quiet corner. We’ll also have registration info for RYE, the regional Youth Event in Boston. Pizza supper included so please RSVP!
AND LOOKING AHEAD.......
SOUPER BOWL OF HUNGER
Sunday, February 7
Help us raise money for the Daily Bread Food Pantry. We need SYG members to usher at worship today!
Sunday, January 3
Come to morning worship at 10:00 am as we celebrate EPIPHANY SUNDAY-- the arrival of the Three Kings at the manger.
At East Woodstock—Pick up your “Star Gift” for 2010
At the Hill—Join us for our Christmas pageant followed by a Mediterranean buffet.
SKATING AT UCONN
Sunday, January 10
Dust off your blades and join us for some winter fun. We will meet at the Hill Church at 4:15 PM and carpool to Storrs. Cost is $5 for admission. Rental skates are available at $4/pair. Skating session is from 5:45 to 6:55. We will return to Woodstock by 7:45 PM. Friends are welcome but be sure to call Deb by Jan. 8 to reserve your spot.
DAY OF SERVICE
Monday, January 18
“Everybody can be great because everybody can serve.” -Martin Luther King, Jr.
Mark the MLK Holiday by giving your time to help others. Meet at the Hill Church from 9 am to 12 noon to assist with “Parish Care.” You can cook up a casserole for a shut in, make a get well card for someone who is sick, or even learn to knit a prayer shawl. Come for an hour or stay for the whole morning!
SLCC SUNDAY AND ANNUAL MEETING
Sunday, January 24
Come to worship at 10:00 at your home church this morning. We’ll have news about Silver Lake Conferences for summer 2010 and make important decisions about our church budget.
SYG SUNDAY NIGHT
Sunday, January 31
5 to 7 PM at the Hill Church
Come and find out how you can put faith in action in the New Year! Rev. Day McCallister will be with us to tell about GIV2, our new program for service work in the quiet corner. We’ll also have registration info for RYE, the regional Youth Event in Boston. Pizza supper included so please RSVP!
AND LOOKING AHEAD.......
SOUPER BOWL OF HUNGER
Sunday, February 7
Help us raise money for the Daily Bread Food Pantry. We need SYG members to usher at worship today!
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