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Happy Thanksgiving!
The office will be closed Thursday and Friday, November 27 and 28.
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Saturday Men's Breakfast and Bible Study - This Saturday at 8A in Phillips Hall
All are invited to attend!
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Saturday Night Life (SNL) - This Saturday at 5P
Saturday Night Life is our contemporary worship service at TCC.
SNL's mission is to invite people to experience God's grace through the message of Christ and to grow together in Christian community. Our hope is to help connect people to God and His story by extending the love of Christ to the Metro West area. SNL offers a casual atmosphere, so come as you are!
The Teaching at SNL This Fall Will be Different from Sunday Mornings.
Here is a glimpse of what we will be teaching at SNL this fall:
"Come..." A Series on the Invitations of Jesus
There is something everyone loves about being invited to something or somewhere with someone. To hear the words, "come join me", "come on over", or "come, hang out with me" sends a message of inclusion, acceptance and connection. The gospels are filled with examples where Jesus invited people to come and join him. What does Jesus invite people to? Where does Jesus invite people to go? To become? This series will help you consider the invitations of Jesus, and his call on our life.
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Preaching this Sunday
Pastor Todd will begin a new sermon series entitled "Songs for a Savior." This Sunday will be "Part 1: Waiting for a Song to Sing" using scriptures from Malachi chapters 3 and 4.
Sunday Morning Adult Ed with Dr. Tom Petter at 9:30A in RM 214
This class will continue to study the Book of Hebrews.
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Thank you for Returning Your Faith Promise Card! To date, we have received 56 cards indicating your planned contributions to TCC next year. If you have not yet returned a card, you may do so through the church office or the offering plate. Additional Faith Promise Cards and Stewardship Packets may be found at the Connection Hub. |
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Nominating Committee Update
We want to thank all of you who offered suggestions for the 2015 Nominating Committee. With your input and careful consideration, the Board has now appointed the following members:
Chris Ziegler (Senior Pastor), Jack Ohman (Moderator), Bev Brown, Peter Armstrong, Peter Klautky, Irene Germano and Nancy Griffin. As a reminder, per the by-laws, the Nominating Committee includes the Senior Pastor, Moderator, one other Board member as well as four members from the congregation. As a Board, we are grateful for the four members of the congregation who have accepted our invitation to serve on the committee.
The Nominating Committee is responsible for nominating members of the congregation to fill all open, elected positions at the Annual Meeting. There are openings this year for all officer positions (Moderator, Treasurer, Assistant Treasurer and Clerk), which are one year terms, and for the Board, Deacons, Finance and Missions, which are 3 year terms. These are important roles as TCC moves forward under the leadership of Pastor Chris and we encourage members not only to consider serving but also participating in the nomination process. Please prayerfully consider any recommendations you may have and submit them directly to a Nominating Committee member.
Thank you,
Jack Ohman - Moderator
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Advent and Christmas Schedule at TCC
Invitations with the TCC Advent and Christmas schedule are now available at the Connection Hub. Stop by and pick up a few to hand out to friends and neighbors!
Advent 1
November 29 SNL at 5P
November 30 Worship Services at 9:30A & 11A
Advent 2
December 6 SNL at 5P
December 7 Worship Services at 9:30A & 11A
December 7 Wayland Alive with Ben Keyes and Ordinary Time, 2:00P
With the business of the commercial "holiday" season, it is easy to forget the heart of Advent and Christmas. It is easy to skip over what it is all about - that God loved us so much that he sent himself. "All for love's sake, became poor." Ben Keyes and his trio, also known as Ordinary Time, will usher us with music and story into the spirit of that season. Don't miss it.
Advent 3
December 13 SNL at 5P
December 14 Worship Services at 9:30A & 11A
Advent 4
December 20 SNL at 5P
December 21 Worship Services at 9:30A & 11A
December 21 Kilburn/Pettersen's Barn Living Nativity, 2:30-4P
Join us at 43 Old Connecticut Path in Wayland for the 49th Annual Living Nativity. Lots of activities for children including a living nativity scene, Christmas carols by the fire, cookies and hot cocoa! On the 3rd Sunday of each month, the Student Ministries program participates in Serve Worcester, a soup kitchen and clothing drive in downtown Worcester, MA. Please bring gifts (UNWRAPPED) of warm clothing (coats, hats, gloves, and socks) for our students to distribute to those in need.
Christmas Eve
December 24th Christmas Eve Family Lessons and Carols Service at 5P
Christmas carols lead by our worship team, special music by our children's choir, and unique kid-friendly nativity drama. All children grades K-5 and their parents are invited to play a role in telling the Christmas story!
December 24th Christmas Eve Communion Service at 7P
Join us for this contemplative service as we sing Christmas carols accompanied by our organist Charlie Orr, on our Hook and Hastings pipe organ, and partake in the Lord's Supper together.
December 27 No SNL
December 28 Family Worship Service at 9:30A
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Angel Tree "Angels" - Gift Deadline is December 7th
All the "Angels" have now been taken from the Angel Tree. Thank you! If possible, please include a gift receipt with your gift in case an item needs to be exchanged. Also, please attach the Angel Tree tag to your wrapped gifts and return them to TCC by December 7th. Gifts can be left on the tables set up in the stairwell area off the lobby.
If you would like more information on this program or could help with gift delivery, please contact Jim Santamaria 508-358-7821 or [email protected].
Bibles for Angel Tree Gift Recipients - Can You Help?
In keeping with TCC's mission statement to be and make disciples of Jesus Christ, we would like to include a Children's Bible with each Angel Tree recipient's gift. Can you help make this happen? We will be ordering the same Bibles that our children use at LTA. The cost is $14 each. Checks can be made out to TCC with "Angel Tree Bibles" in the memo line.
Stephen Ministry Training Class
TCC's "quiet ministry," Stephen Ministry, is now taking applications for our Stephen Ministry training class this fall. If you have ever thought about becoming a Stephen Minister, now is the time to check it out. Do you feel a need to be able to help people in a time of grief or do you wish you knew how to be a prayer partner for a friend who is hurting? This is an opportunity to use the gifts God gave you. Contact Dave or Chris Brooks ([email protected]) or Pastor Todd ([email protected])
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** Winter Weather and Possible Church Cancellations**
With winter right around the corner, we need to start thinking about snow and the possibility of church service delays or cancellations. In the event of bad weather, a decision will be made
by noon on Saturday regarding the SNL service and by 7P on Saturday night for Sunday morning services.
On Sunday mornings, we may cancel the 9:30 service along with LTA and Student Ministry Programming and just have the 11A service.
You can learn about plans to cancel or delay services by:
- Calling the church office (508-358-7717) where you'll hear a temporary message on the answering machine relative to cancellations or programming status
- Checking the front page of the TCC website
- Checking CBSBoston.com
- Watching WBZ-TV
As always, please use your own discretion before traveling in questionable weather!
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The Parsonage will be Available Soon for Short Term, Month to Month Rental.
If you or someone you know is interested, please contact Debbie Wilson for more information
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR JUST ONE SUNDAY.
Just ONE Sunday - please consider volunteering one Sunday in December to assist one of the current small group leaders in Live the Adventure. In December we often have many visitors - our small groups (~ 6-12) end up as large groups of over 14 children. In order to connect with and minister to the kids, we need assistants in several small groups. If you are able to help in this way, please contact Gail Hughson.
CHRISTMAS EVE FAMILY SERVICE - Help Needed!
WE ARE LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS TO CARE FOR INFANTS AND PRESCHOOLERS DURING THE CHRISTMAS EVE FAMILY SERVICE, DECEMBER 24, 5-6 P. IF YOU ARE ABLE TO SERVE THE MANY YOUNG FAMILIES AT TCC, PLEASE CONTACT GAIL HUGHSON.
TCC Operation Christmas Child "OCC" 
We collected and sent 58 OCC boxes! Thank you to all preschool, elementary and TCC families who sent Christmas boxes to children in need around the world!
Girls Gathering
 A special thanks to Susan Foster for helping the girls at
Girls Gathering create Thanksgiving centerpieces!
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November Calendar
Student Ministries Worship Service this Sunday--all 6th-12th graders are welcome!
Come early for a pancake breakfast and hangout time with friends and leaders; worship, led by our Student Band, begins at 9:45A!
High School Small Groups (9th-12th graders) this Sunday from 7-8:30P in Bradford Hall!
NO Monday Night Hoops next week....
Middle School Midweek (6th-8th graders) next Wednesday, December 3rd, from 7-8:30P in Bradford Hall!
Don't forget to wear dark colored clothing for "NINJA NIGHT"!
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Folk Concert and Holiday Dessert with...
Ben Keyes and Ordinary Time
Sunday December 7th @ 2P
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With the business of the commercial "holiday" season, it is easy to forget the heart of Advent and Christmas. It is easy to skip over what it is all about - that God loved us so much that he sent himself. "All for love's sake, became poor." Ben Keyes and his trio, also known as Ordinary Time, will usher us with music and story into the spirit of that season. Don't miss it.
Who is Ordinary Time?
Ordinary Time (the band!) is an independent folk acoustic trio rooted in the Christian tradition. Comprised of Ben Keyes (TCC'er! guitar, piano, mandolin), Peter La Grand (guitar, banjo, dobro), and Jill McFadden (guitar, violin), Ordinary Time presents extraordinarily rich vocal harmonies, skillful instrumentation, and thought-provoking lyrics. The band's oeuvre seamlessly weaves the hymns of generations past with their own new songs-often indistinguishably-producing a sound that ranges from bluegrass-tinged Americana to sacred harp hymn arrangements. The band has released three records and tours semi-annually.
Grounded in tradition, innovative in expression, and mature in musicianship, Ordinary Time offers an important and unique voice, gifting us with enduring tunes for the journey of faith.
Why should I come?
If you love raw, authentic music with a thought provoking Christian message, you will love Ordinary Time. If you like rich 3-part harmonies, accompanied by mandolins and banjos, you will love Ordinary Time. If you are a fan of Ben Keyes, you will love Ordinary Time. If you like robust beards, you will love Ordinary Time.
If you want to draw closer to Jesus this Advent and Christmas season, and be reminded of the real reason for the season, you won't want to miss this concert.
Hope to see you there!
Ordinary Time will also be leading us in worship on December 7th at the 9:30A and 11A services.
Visit www.ordinarytimemusic.com to hear their music!
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Children's Christmas Choir
Children grades 1-5 are invited to sing in the Children's Choir on Christmas Eve. Rehearsals are on Sunday mornings from 11-11:45A in RM 201. Email Ling Wing [email protected] to signup.
Christmas Eve
We are looking for artists, readers, singers, and actors to participate in this years lessons and carols service on Christmas Eve at 5P. All ages are invited to participate in this inter-generational service. Sign up at the Children's Desk Sunday!
Choir Rehearsals Thursday Evening at 7P in the Choir Room (201)
The choir sings two Sundays per month and is open to all ages and experience levels.
Contact [email protected], if you are interested in joining this season!
TCC Youth Choir
The TCC Youth Choir seeks middle school and high school students interested in forming a seasonal choir for services in December. Contact [email protected], if you are interested!
Calling all musicians!
Do you play a string, woodwind, or brass instrument? If so, we need you in the coming year! Seasonal musical opportunities abound. For more information, please email Adam at [email protected] .
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Wednesday Morning Bible Study is on Hiatus as of November 12
Further information will be announced as it becomes available.
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 TCC Women's Bible Study, Thursdays 9:15-11A Women's Bible Study is now on Christmas break. Registration information for next semester will be coming soon! For more information, contact [email protected]. |
 Prayer Shawl / Lap Blanket Ministry Visit the Parlor to see the items you may give to a new mom, a friend for comfort, or a grieving family, etc. All you need is there to make the gift special. Questions: Susan Foster 508-358-5852 |
Additional Ushers Needed - Especially for the Second Service
Our mission: To welcome every visitor and member to the house of God!
What is needed: We really need to beef up our Usher teams. Ushers are absolutely critical in helping newcomers form their first impression of TCC. You help set the tone for the worship experience. You are representatives of God's kingdom - you're not just opening doors, handing out bulletins or collecting the offering. You are making people feel welcome!
Could you help: 1 Sunday a month? Please contact Debbie Wilson at [email protected] or call the church office at 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 some 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 out. Training provided!
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Coffee Hour needs YOU! If you enjoy a cup of coffee while chatting with others after Sunday service, please sign-up (alone or with your Small Group) to host a coffee hour! You don't even have to provide snacks - just make, set up and clean up the coffee and tea! (Easy instructions provided - click here to see what is involved!) Participation gives you and your group an opportunity to serve the Lord and is greatly appreciated by your fellow members. If no one signs up, there will be no coffee! ( How to use the Coffee maker - click here) Please sign up at the Connection Hub this Sunday, or contact the church office at [email protected]. |
The TCC Food Pantry, "Loaves & Fishes" offers assistance to those of TCC and the surrounding community who need help with 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 open on Sunday mornings or during regular church office hours.
We gratefully accept donations to the TCC "Loaves & Fishes" Food Pantry. There is a collection bin on a table near the lobby stairwell. We only accept donations of non-perishable food and personal items. We respectfully ask you not to donate any open or expired items - we just have to throw them away!
TOP ITEMS NEEDED:
Toothpaste
Hair Conditioner
Dish Detergent
Laundry Detergent
Canned Beans - kidney, black, chick peas, etc. (not baked beans)
If you have any questions regarding donations, contact Diane or David Newcomb at [email protected] or [email protected]
"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."
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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
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