THE WEEKLY NEWS
September 12, 2023 | Volume 15 No. 36
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Registration Now Open!
Annual Meeting 2023
| Join us on October 21st for a day of transformation and unity at the 222nd Annual Meeting of the New Hampshire Conference, United Church of Christ. Embrace the theme 'Turning the Tables,' as we explore insights from Matthew 21:12-16, engage with dynamic speakers, and shape the future of our community together. | | |
Pastoral Counseling Services 2023 Good Samaritans
Honoring the Rev. Jed Rardin September 14
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Pastoral Counseling Services (PCS) will be honoring the Rev. Jed Rardin, pastor of the South Congregational Church in Concord, at this year’s Good Samaritan Awards celebration. These awards recognize people who are making outstanding contributions to the health, wellbeing, safety, and compassion of local NH communities. The celebration will occur on Sept. 14, 2023 (5-7 PM) at the Brookside Congregational Church in Manchester. For more information and to purchase tickets, please go to the website, pcs-nh.org.
Learn more
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Empower Your Endowment
Workshop on Financial Vitality
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Unlock the secrets to a healthier endowment at our workshop on September 26, 2023, at Canterbury United Community Church. Discover common pitfalls, effective investment strategies, and more. Don't miss out!
Learn more
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NHCUCC Confirmation Retreat
UCC: Is That For Me?
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Explore the meaning of your beliefs and phrases like "God is still speaking" at the NHCUCC Confirmation retreat! Join youth from across New England for a weekend of growth, connection, and exploration.
When: September 29th - October 1st, 2023
Where: Horton Center, Gorham, NH
Designed for Grades 8-10, this retreat offers discussions, worship, music, and engaging activities. Uncover identity, church affiliation, and denominational understanding.
Key Info:
- Open to all Confirmands & Leaders
- Cost: $160/$180/$200 per person (meals, lodging, activities)
- Registration deadline: September 16th
Secure your spot: https://www.nhcucc.org/conference-ministries/christian-formation-ministry/confirmation
Empower youth to explore faith, identity, and lasting connections within the UCC community. Nurture their spiritual growth together.
Visit our website for details or contact Rev. Gordon Rankin at grankin@nhcucc.org or 603.225.6647.
Join us on this transformative journey!
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PATHWAYS Theological Education
Fall Registration Open
| PATHWAYS Theological Education presents a unique opportunity for individuals interested in exploring Progressive Christian theological education. Their upcoming Fall II courses, starting on October 9, 2023, offer affordable and convenient online learning in small, diverse classes. With subjects ranging from Understanding the Bible as a Progressive Christian to Ecological Theology, PATHWAYS caters to those discerning ministry vocations or seeking a deeper understanding of their faith. Registration is straightforward, remaining open until the first day of class, and inquiries can be made through their website. Consider this resource for your theological education journey. | | |
Pastoral Leadership Development Groups
Fall 2023 Offerings
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Pastoral Leadership Development Groups (PLDGs) will be offered in the fall of 2023 for ongoing professional support, personal growth as individuals in ministry, and building skills to sustain living out the call in these demanding times. These groups provide a safe setting to develop one’s identity and practice as a clergyperson.
PLDG facilitators are trained as pastoral psychotherapists, CPE supervisors, and/or specialists in systems theory as applied to the church. Groups will meet virtually, with an option to meet in person twice during the year, if participants decide. The groups are open to all Authorized Ministers of the NH Conference of the UCC. Tuition is $250, which covers ten meetings and is payable in full or in installments if needed (no tuition required for retirees).
In addition to four parish-based PLDGs, groups focused on three specialty areas are offered:
- Newly Called – for parish clergy who are new to ministry and/or new to the NH Conference
- Members In Discernment – for those discerning their call while in care of an Association of the NH Conference
- Retired Clergy – for those no longer serving in active ministry or will soon be entering retirement (two groups will be available this year).
Learn more here
Learn more about the facilitators and get group descriptions
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Fall Boundary Training Opportunities
Advanced and Basic
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Ending a Ministry Well:
(An Advanced Boundary Training Session)
Facilitated by: the Rev. Peter Ilgenfritz
Date: Wednesday, November 15, 2023
Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Format: via Zoom
Fee: $25.00
Register Here
The Foundations of Understanding Boundaries:
(A Basic Boundary Training Session)
Facilitated by: the Rev. Gordon Rankin
Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Date: Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Format: via Zoom
Fee: $25.00
Register Here
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National Setting Job Opening
Generosity Officer of the Philanthropy Team of the UCC
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The national setting is seeking candidates to serve as a Generosity Officer of the New England Region of the United Church of Christ.
This is a full-time position with benefits. The candidate will live and work in the New England Region. The primary responsibilities are to work with individual donors who have expressed alignment with the values of the national setting; to work with congregations and Conferences around resources and support; and to encourage planned giving throughout the Region.
If you have further questions you can contact Kent Siladi, Director of Philanthropy at siladik@ucc.org
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UPCOMING CONFERENCE EVENTS | |
| Clergy Convocation 2023
Pilgrim Pines | Learn More
Sep 18 - 20 | | |
| Empower Your Endowment
Canterbury United Community Church | Learn More
Sep 26 | | |
| Registration Closes
2023 Annual Meeting | Learn More
Oct 5 | | |
| Building Community Safety Road Map
National Setting Training | Learn More
Oct 18 | | |
| 2023 Annual Meeting
Grappone Convention Center, Concord NH | Learn More
Oct 21 | | |
| The Foundations of Understanding Boundaries
Zoom | Learn More
Dec 5 | | |
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O God, in this time of the anniversary of the events of September 11, 2001, we find ourselves caught between memories that haunt us and the hope that comes from you. For some the events are still very fresh, while for others there is a greater distance. Hear us as we pray for people whose lives were affected on that day or since, for broken families, orphans, co-workers and friends who grieve still, for the selfless women and men who bravely served as first responders, for all who contributed toward recovery. Help us bring an end to war as we work for peace with justice. We lift our prayers for better understanding among all people, especially Christian-Muslim relations.
Holy One, in your mercy, hear our prayers.
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The Rev. Lexi Boudreaux has accepted the invitation of the First Congregational Church of Hopkinton, UCC to become their Pastor and Teacher. Rev. Boudreaux will begin her ministry in Hopkinton on September 18.
The Grafton-Orange-Sullivan Association will meet on Sunday, September 17th at 2 pm at the West Lebanon Congregational Church for its fall meeting and an Ecclesiastical Council to consider Daniel Adam for ordination.
The Rev. Dr. Cynthia Taylor Morse passed into God's eternal care on Friday, August 25, 2023. A memorial service and Holy Eucharist will be held on Friday, September 29 at 2:30 at St. David’s Episcopal Church, 231 Main Street, Salem, NH.
The Congregational Church of Amherst has called Mr. Kevin Marsh as their Acting Associate Pastor. Pastor Marsh started his ministry on August 14th.
Pilgrim Congregational Church in Nashua has called the Rev. Judie Bryant as their Designated Term Pastor. Rev. Bryant was serving as Pilgrim's Interim before transitioning to serving as Designated Term Pastor on July 31st.
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Sunday Schedule: September 17, 2023 | |
The Conference Minister will be sharing a message at the First Congregational Church, UCC, of Claremont where the Reverends Karen Lipinczyk and Maggie Monroe Cassel serve as Transitional Pastors. In the afternoon, Rev. Rankin will be attending the Grafton-Orange-Sullivan fall meeting and Ecclesiastical Council for Daniel Adam. | |
The Associate Conference Minister will be preaching at the United Church of Winchester. | | |
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