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Volume XLV(45)
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Number 27
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This issue of
THE LIGHT
Carl Noce
dedicated soup kitchen volunteer
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A BEAUTIFUL WAY TO START THE DAY I have read the Bible many times and have found no evidence that Jesus ever took the summer off. Therefore, my philosophy has always been that neither should we. But I am also confident that when the Spring breezes wafted over the Sea of Galilee, Jesus took some time-off to go swimming, grill some fish and play frisbee (or the equivalent). Jesus also said, "the poor shall always be with you." I take "the poor" to include those who cannot afford to go to Fire Island or other exciting vacations by land or sea. And I take "the poor" to include those who are grieving or ill at a time when many other persons are at the beach when its "summertime when the livin' is easy." And I take "the poor" to include, on a less dramatic level, those who simply prefer to start their Sunday and their week with one hour of devotion, prayer, praise, music, scripture, and sermon. I really enjoy worship at our church in the summer. I enjoy the informality and the lack of fuss. I enjoy listening to soloists (the choir is on sabbatical during July and August). I enjoy the intimate setting of the Reception Room and the special bond with the Summer Service People. And I enjoy knowing that we are "present and accounted for" in case someone needs us. For the remaining Sundays between now and Labor Day, we meet at 9AM ~ NOT AT 10AM. I hope to see you in church, otherwise please continue to be with us in Spirit; wherever you may wander, wherever you may roam. Blessings & Health, Pastor Dwight  Welcome and Congratulations
to our newest members
Michael Coccia, Tina Cardinal, Lisa Sotelo, and Enitza Bionet
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Rev. Dwight Lee Wolter, Pastor
Kathy Ljungqvist,
Administrative Assistant
Vivienne Grizzle-Jaber,
Choir Director
Joseph W. Woo, M.D.
Organist
Tammy Torelli,
Sunday School Director
JULY BIRTHDAYS
2~Karen Gunkel-Lewis
8~Joseph Iannone
11~Pete Roe
12~Stephen Martin
15~Lorraine Goetz
19~Robert Danes
24~Bobby Worlow
25~David Foros
Our supply of donors for
"The Light" is depleted.
Your donation of $50.00
is appreciated!
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Thank you for remembering
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PRAYER LIST
Bob Bailey
Diane Gale
Kathryn Paauwe
Muriel Baum
Bart Musial
Muriel Benincase
"The Light" is prepared and published weekly by
The Congregational Church of Patchogue, 95 East Main Street, Patchogue, NY 11772.
Submit news to:
Kathy Ljungqvist by Sunday at noon to:
[email protected]
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Website:
www.churchonmainstreet.org
phone: 631-475-1235
fax: 631-207-9470
REFRESHMENT SCHEDULE
July 6 ~ Trustees
Volunteers are needed to help with refreshments on Sundays. Please sign up.
 Vacation Bible School July 6, 13, and 20 9AM-10AM |
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JULY HAPPENINGS
6~Worship Service, 9:00AM
6~VBS in Deedy Room, 9AM
13~Worship Service~9AM
13~VBS in Deedy Room, 9AM
20~Worship Service, 9AM
20~VBS in Deedy Room, 9AM
27~Worship Service, 9AM
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USHERS FOR JULY 6 ~ Deacons FELLOWSHIP HOUR JULY 6 ~Trustees
ALTAR FLOWERS JULY 6 ~ are given by Pam Barr, Happy Birthday to the United States of America and in celebration of the newest member of the Barr family Owen Cronin Barr, son of Pam's nephew Christopher and his wife Hilary. Owen joins big brother Callum. Baptized unto the Lord
Gavin Scott Kroog
born 03/22/2014
GARDEN TOUR 
The beautiful gardens of Marcie and Phyllis Deedy will be open for tours beginning on June 28 through July 6 any time after 2PM, and throughout the month of July when available. Stop by and enjoy the beauty. While there is no entrance fee, it would be much appreciated if you can donate a can of food for our Food Pantry OR a pet item for the local Pet Rescue.
FROM THE HISTORIAN I just wanted to give you all the information that I have on the photo exhibit: Mirrors of the Past, soon to be on display at the ARTSPACE Gallery, 20 Terry Street, Patchogue. Our History Room provided some of the photos that will be on display there and it is a wonderful and informative look into Patchogue's past. The exhibit will be on display July 2, 2014 through July 17, 2014. There will be a Reception on Saturday, July 12, 2014 from 4 to 7 PM. The hours during which the exhibit will be open will be Thursday through Friday 5 - 9 PM, Saturday 1 - 7 PM and Sunday 1 - 5 PM. This exhibit is sponsored by the Greater Patchogue Historical Society, ARTSPACE, and the Village of Patchogue. Please stop by. Shirley Werner, Historian FROM THE STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE
This is a loving reminder from your Stewardship Committee that while some of you are away from Sunday morning worship during the weeks of summer; please remember that our church still needs to pay our bills and continue our many ministries, such as the worship service, soup kitchen and Vacation Bible School. We ask that you continue to send in your financial support of our church during the time you are away. Your loving support may be sent to:
The Congregational Church of Patchogue
attention: Financial Secretary
95 East Main St.
Patchogue, NY 11772
Have a blessed and wonderful summer,
Karen Gunkel-Lewis and Robin Young Roe
Stewardship Committee
A BIG thank you to Kristine Houghtalen and her class from Emmanuel Lutheran School. They came by last week with a nice donation of non perishable food for our food pantry guests. Great Job!!
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Up Coming Events
July 6: Summer VBS 9:00 am
July 13: Summer VBS 9:00 am
July 20: Summer VBS 9:00 am
Summer VBS Program
July 6, July 13 & July 20 will be the dates of the Summer Agents of Truth Program. We have great plans in store for the children including a scavenger hunt, puzzles, and games. The children will be learning about the Bible stories including Jesus Feeds the 5000 and The Parable of the Sower. We need 2 additional teachers for the summer and look forward to sharing the fun with any parents who would like to join us. Summer VBS will be at 9:00 am during Sunday Worship.
Summer VBS Program
Week 1: Wear Black and Bring Sun Glasses
Week 2: Bring a Plastic Spoon
Week 3: Bring a Pack of Seeds
The children are going to love what we do with these things each week. All children age 3 and older are welcome in the summer VBS. If you have any questions please call or email me. This is going to be a great summer!
Library News
Please bring your library books back to the library for the summer inventory. You are welcome to bring the library books any Sunday and leave them on the desk in the library.
Fall Confirmation Class
If you have a child that is in 8th or 9th grade and has not made their confirmation, this is a great time to start thinking about our fall class. Please know that the child does not need to have attended Sunday School in the past to become a part of the confirmation class, which is a 2 year program. If you are interested in this class for someone, perhaps a grandchild or your own child please contact Tammy Torelli though the church office.
I hope this week will be a blessing to you and your family.
Yours in Christ,
Tammy Torelli, Sunday School Director
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WHAT'S GOING ON
Professional nursery attendant each Sunday
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WEDNESDAY, JULY 2
5:00 PM Soup Kitchen
THURSDAY, JULY 3
9:00 AM Food Pantry Distribution
7:30 PM Dodge-ball in Gym
FRIDAY, JULY 4
Church Office Closed
SUNDAY JULY 6
9AM ~ COMMUNION
Vacation Bible School, Deedy Room
Sermon by Rev. Dwight Lee Wolter
Solos: "O Speak to Me", adapted from Chopin
"Communion", Opie
Soloist: Bill Paauwe, bass
Fellowship Hour: Trustees
WEDNESDAY, JULY 9
5:00 PM Soup Kitchen
THURSDAY, JULY 10
9:00 AM Food Pantry Distribution
7:30 PM Dodge-ball in Gym
Unless otherwise noted, our weekly schedule includes Soup Kitchen Wednesdays 5PM; Boy Scout Troop 44 Wednesdays 7:30PM; Food Pantry Distribution Thursdays 9-11AM; Choir Rehearsal Thursdays 7:30PM; Choir warm-up Sundays 9:15AM.
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