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Parking Issues at the Town Hall Lot this Sunday
A charity road race is being held at the Town Hall this Sunday at 10A. The driveways will be blocked off and we will not be able to use their lot for overflow parking. Please use neighborhood side streets for parking if at all possible. Thank you!
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Preaching this Sunday
Todd Szymczak,
TCC's Associate Pastor, will preach this Sunday. His sermon is entitled "Life Together: Conflicts as Opportunities." We will also celebrate the Lord's Supper at both services.
Welcome Brunch Postponed... 
There will not be a
Welcome Brunch this Sunday; a new date will be forthcoming. If you'd like more information about TCC, or have any questions, please contact Pastor Todd at [email protected]. He'd be delighted to speak with you!
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Resolving Everyday Conflict - Fall Curriculum for LIFE Groups
In conjunction with TCC's fall sermon series, the Peacemaking Team is offering all LIFE Groups a curriculum for further study. The study will provide our church with a common "language" for addressing conflict that will prove helpful as we navigate issues and decisions individually and as a church. The study gives practical and biblical tips for conflict resolution. It addresses various types of conflict and how to resolve them while emphasizing harmony and unity and reflecting Christ to others.
Key Topics:
- The root cause of conflict
- When to overlook an offense
- What makes a good apology
- What forgiveness really means
- How to deal with difficult people
This small group study has eight sessions, each including a 30-minute teaching video followed by group discussion time. The cost of the study is $25 and includes the Participant Guide and The Resolving Everyday Conflict Book. There is also a Group Leader
'
s Guide and an audio book version of the Resolving Everyday Conflict available for an additional cost. Each Life Group will also be provided a set of the DVDs for the study. Feel free to contact the pastoral office for financial assistance with study books.
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TCC Photo Directory - 2 Photo Opportunities!
Thank you to everyone who has submitted a photo for TCC's photo directory! If you haven't already done so, please
email a good quality jpeg to [email protected] ASAP. Include the names of all those shown in the photo, as well as other family members not pictured. Regular attendees who are not members are encouraged to participate as well!
If you are unable to submit a photo, we will be taking pictures in the TCC parlor from 10:30-11A on Sunday October 16 and Sunday October 23. This is also a great time to update your information. Our database is only as good as the information we input, so if you've moved, changed your email address, or want your cell number listed... please let us know!
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Habitat for Humanity - Serve our Community, November 5
This year TCC will be publishing our very own Advent devotional: a collection of prose, poetry, prayers, and artwork based on Advent themes or scriptures. If you are an artist or writer and would like to contribute to this project, please email [email protected] by October 16.
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Teddy Sayonkon Foundation Scholarship Fund Raising Effort. Will You Help?
Teddy Sayonkon continues his mission work in Liberia with efforts to raise funds for nine highly motivated children to attend school this year. With no public school system, these Liberian youngsters will not receive an education unless they receive financial support. Less than $300 for each child will allow them to attend Christian schools this next year. The schools also provide an opportunity to receive Christian training, and the scholarships are a wonderful way to tangibly share the love of Christ through giving.
"In everything I did, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said: It is more blessed to give than to receive." Act 20:35.
Previously, six students received scholarships and are shown in the photos below:
Donations* of any amount can be made through the "Teddy Sayonkon Foundation*" and given to Teddy or Paul Church or mailed to PO Box 215, North Billerica 01862.
*(sorry, contributions are not tax deductible)
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Emmanuel Gospel Center - Starlight's Annual Walkathon
Clothing Drive for Starlight
In conjunction with the Walkathon, TCC's Missions Committee is running a clothing drive. What they need most is men's clothing; pants, shirts, socks, new underwear and coats. Please leave donations, clearly marked for Starlight, on the tables in the stairwell off the lobby by October 14. Questions? Contact Dave Jenkins at
[email protected].
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Live the Adventure Serves - Salvation Army Book Drive
We are excited to announce that we have started a partnership with Salvation Army-Waltham. Every afternoon they host a large group of children for "Kids Club", an afternoon homework club and activity time. Unfortunately, they lost many of their books due to water damage. Here's where we come in ... our LTA preschool through grade 5 kids have the opportunity to donate our gently used or new books-for kids in kindergarten through grade 8. This is a great opportunity to teach your children about serving and sharing. Please encourage them to pick out books to be donated and bring them to the Children's Ministry desk. We are looking forward to seeing how many great books can be donated and help this program.
Let's teach our children to be the hands and feet of Jesus!
BIBLE PRESENTATION - October 23, 9:30 A
On October 23 in the 9:30A service, all First Grade children will receive an Adventure Bible (NIrV) and Life Verse. Second Graders who did not receive a Bible last year will also receive a Bible and Life Verse.
Please contact Gail at
[email protected] to confirm that your child will be in church to receive his/her Bible.
"Your Word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path."
Psalm 119:105
Fourth and Fifth Grade Girls - Join Us This Year at Girls' Gathering!
Girls Gathering (GG)
is a place where fourth and fifth grade girls gather for a time of fellowship and to explore God's word. We, as a group, will share life together, support and encourage each other at Church, school, and in our extra-curricular activities. Join us on Wednesday evenings in a safe and welcoming environment where each girl will be heard, valued, and supported.
When:
Wednesdays, 5:30-6:45 PM from October 19 - March 15
Where:
Cheryl Alexander's House, 88 Highland Circle, Wayland.
What we'll do
:
This year we'll use the book "A Girl After God's Own Heart" by Elizabeth  George. "A Girl After God's Own Heart is a girl who seeks to find our what God wants and does it." We'll discover what God says about our hearts, families, friends, and time. Over the year, we'll pray for and encourage one another to become girls after God's own heart.
Fee:
There is no fee for Girls Gathering. If you wish to make a donation ($10-30) to defray the cost of weekly dinners, please make a check payable to TCC and designate "GG
."
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. Our Student Ministries Team is excited for our Student Ministries Worship Service THIS SUNDAY, in Bradford Hall, from 9:30-10:30A!
We will continue our IDENTITY series talking about #brokenness...
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his Sunday 12:30-2P at Bradford Hall!
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MS/HS Students, many of you have NO SCHOOL on Monday!
Don't miss an opportunity to serve dinner to those in need on Monday, from 5:15-6:45P at the FraminghamSalvationArmy (35 Concord St, Framingham, MA 01702).
Drop-off and Pick-up is at the Salvation Army; please bring a permission form
(Click Here).
Afterwards, join us for Hoops from 7-8:30P at TCC!
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MS Midweek next Wednesday from 7-8:30P at Bradford Hall. GROG IS BACK!
5. High School Mission Trip to Guatemala, February 18-26, 2017:
HS Students, you are invited to join us as we partner with Promised Land Ministries in building homes, constructing stoves, painting schools, running kids' ministry and getting to know the wonderful people of Guatemala.
Please take a look at the ATTACHED APPLICATION and consider the opportunity to serve on our annual HS Mission Trip! Pass along this application to others who are interested...the application is due by OCTOBER 2ND!
*Without a completed permission form, students cannot participate!
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Music and Worship Ministry
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Upcoming Concert at TCC!
The Commonwealth Consort: 
Katherine Boardman, soprano
Laura Randall, traverso
Rachel Kurihara, traverso
Zarina Irkaeva, viola da gamba
Sheridan Haskell, harpsichord
Saturday, October 15, 2016
7pm (doors open at 6:30pm)
Program:
L'Isle de Délos - Nicolas Clérambault
Le Temple Rebasti - Élisabeth Jacquet de la Guerre
Le Caffé - Nicolas Bernier
Freewill donation
Refreshments to follow
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Choir Rehearsal - Thursday Nights, 7:00P in the Choir Room
The
Sanctuary Choir, directed by Adam Kurihara, is comprised of adults of all ages. The choir sings once per month in the Sunday morning services, as well as at special holiday services.
No audition required... Come; add your voice, as we worship through rehearsal together. Think you can't sing? Let us prove you wrong! All ages and abilities are welcome. [email protected]
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Knit Together (K-Tog) meets on Mondays at 10A-12P and 7-9P in the Parlor. All ages, all levels. Light refreshments are served. Bring personal projects to work on. We also make Prayer Shawls and lap blankets, hats and scarves for the Seafarers, and donate items to other organizations. Questions? Call Susan Foster at 508-358-5852.
The Wednesday Morning Bible Study
Rev. Allan Baldwin teaches this class, which is held in RM 205 from 9:30-10:30A each Wednesday. The class will begin with a study of 2 Timothy. Registration is NOT required and all are welcome to attend!
Precepts Women's Evening Bible Study
What
: Precept Upon Precept: Joshua: Conquering Your Enemies
When
: Wednesday Nights 7P-9P Sept. 21-Nov. 2
Where
: RM 205
Why
: Isaiah 41:10 "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."
Cost: $17 for workbook
RSVP
:
For more information or to register, contact Missy Ringuette at
[email protected]
or 978- 298-5049.
Thursday Morning Women's Bible Study (WBS), 9:30-11:00A
Who is Jesus and why should it matter to me?
What did He do for me? What does He ask of me?
Mark: A Call to Discipleship
In the book of Mark we find Jesus as a teacher, miracle worker, Son of God and Son of Man, and the Servant of all. Against the backdrop of Jesus' submission to God as He faced death on a cross, Jesus' disciples are encouraged to be faithful to Him even as they suffer. Mark's Gospel is a call to discipleship-a call to follow the one true God as revealed in the Savior of the world, Jesus Christ.
Join us on this exciting journey through the Gospel of Mark.
You can register on our website: www.tccwayland.org/wbs. If you have any additional questions before signing up, please feel free to contact Amy Canute at [email protected]. We would be happy to speak to you for any further information you wish!
Mom to Mom -
Friday mornings, 9:30A - 11:15A
Join us tomorrow morning at 9:30A for Mom to Mom!
Bring books for the book exchange and spend time getting to know new friends. We will not be having a children's program this week, but children are welcome to join us.
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The TCC Food Pantry (Loaves & Fishes) offers assistance to those of TCC and the surrounding community who need help providing for themselves and their family. If you are in need, please feel free to visit the church office for assistance from the food pantry. The Food Pantry is now
located in the basement at the rear of the sanctuary and is open on Sunday mornings or during regular church office hours.
We gratefully accept donations to the TCC "Loaves & Fishes" Food Pantry. Please find the collection bin on a table in the lobby stairwell. We only accept donations of non-perishable food and personal items.
TOP ITEMS CURRENTLY NEEDED:
Toilet Paper
Snacks - Popcorn,
Crackers, etc.
Plastic Wrap/Sandwich Bags
Bleach/
Sponges
If you have any questions regarding donations, contact Diane or David Newcomb at
"
From everyone who has been given much, much will be demanded; and from the one who has been entrusted with much, much more will be asked." Luke 12:48
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Additional Ushers Still Needed...
Our mission:
To welcome every visitor and member to the house of God!
What is needed
: Ushers are absolutely critical in helping newcomers form their first impression of TCC. You help set the tone for the worship experience to come. You are representatives of God's kingdom. You're not just opening doors, providing information, handing out bulletins or collecting the offering, you are making people feel welcome!
Could you help ONE
Sunday morning a month? Please contact Debbie Wilson at [email protected] or 508-358-7717.
Volunteer Offering Counters Needed ...
Are you accurate and reliable? Volunteers count the weekly offering (mostly checks for deposit) each Sunday, and we are in need of new helpers. Offering counters work in pairs. Contact Aimee Mury at [email protected] or 508- 358-7717, x303 if this might be a way you could help us. Training provided!
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Coffee Hour needs YOU!
Participation gives you and your group an opportunity to serve the Lord and is greatly appreciated by your fellow members.
Please sign up at the Connection Hub this Sunday or contact Robin Spinale, our new Coffee Hour Coordinator at [email protected]!
Missions Committee
Do you have a heart for missions? Would you consider serving on the Missions Committee?
The committee meets monthly to distribute church funds to missionaries and mission organizations that are involved with college, regional and foreign ministries. We address short term missions and one-time requests as well. The committee members correspond with these missionaries in the field to follow their progress, make sure their needs are met and their prayer requests addressed. It is the committee's responsibility to keep the congregation updated on missionaries we support; to report on progress, activities, needs, and prayer requests.
If you would like to volunteer or find out more information, please contact Carolyn Lippmann, Committee Chairperson, or David Jenkins, committee member, at
[email protected] or 508-358-5406 and
[email protected] or 508-380-4015.
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Daily Bible Reading Resources
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Thanks for reading and hope to see you this weekend.
Sincerely,
Debora Wilson
Trinitarian Congregational Church
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