THE WEEKLY NEWS
March 12, 2024 | Volume 16 No. 9
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Resignation of Thaddeus Sieverding | |
Friends in the New Hampshire Conference,
We have been blessed this past year to have Thaddeus Sieverding serving as our Communication, Technology and Events Specialist. Thaddeus has informed us that his time serving as a member of the New Hampshire Conference staff will be drawing to a close on April 30, 2024. He is leaving to focus on growing his freelance business Boost Canvas LLC ( a company that will help small churches and other small non-profit companies with their communication needs). Or at least he will be focusing on that soon, as this summer he will be a member of the Horton Center summer staff.
Thaddeus writes in his resignation letter: "I cannot stress enough the gratitude I have toward you and the conference for giving me the opportunity to grow my skills over this past year. I have learned so much and will able to carry these skills on for the rest of my professional career."
Thaddeus has gifted us in many ways including a new updated logo and "branding", new designs and approaches to the Weekly News and our Facebook posts, new tools for event registration, updates to office technology, and, before his tenure concludes, a newly designed website. We are extraordinarily grateful for all he has done to enhance the programs and ministries of the New Hampshire Conference.
An opportunity to express our thankfulness and celebrate Thaddeus' ministry among us will be announced later this month.
Peace,
Gordon
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Applications for New Office Administrator
Now Open
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The New Hampshire Conference seeks candidates to serve as our Office Administrator. The Office Administrator is the primary host and hospitality provider for events held at the Conference Office, maintains the Conference directory database and calendar, completes bank deposits, provides administrative support for the Conference Annual Meeting and Prepared to Serve events, arrange for periodic bulk mailings, and many other administrative tasks to support the mission and ministry of the Conference. A position description is available upon request.
The Office Administrator position is a 37 ½ hours a week, non-exempt position. Salary information available on request. Full benefits (health and dental insurance, pension, etc.) are provided.
Interested candidates should submit a resume (with references to contact) to the Reverend Gordon Rankin, Conference Minister, at grankin@nhcucc.org.
The New Hampshire Conference is a Racial Justice, Just Peace, Open and Affirming Conference of the United Church of Christ.
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National Setting Learning Opportunities | |
Thursday, March 14, 1:30 – 4:30pm ET, Retired Minister Boundary Training with Rev. Tara Barber
Maintaining healthy boundaries is challenging at any stage in ministry and it is particularly tender and difficult attending to boundaries as we transition out of our last call, and while in retirement. "A Sure Foundation", "The Ministerial Code" and Rev. Dr. Bruce Epperly's new book, "The Jubilee Years" along with case studies, will provide the content of this training. Rev. Tara Barber will offer this focused Boundary Awareness Training for those entering and living in retirement.
Thursday March 14, 4:00 - 5:30pm ET, Online Gathering for UCC Educational Chaplains
Join Rev. Anissa Glaser-Bacon, Minister for Ministers in Specialized Settings, for an open ended conversation about the present and future needs for Educational Clergy and Chaplains in the United Church of Christ. This meet-up is intended for those serving as chaplains in educational settings; participants are encouraged to register in advance.
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Did you miss the lay preaching class at Prepared to Serve? Presenter the Rev. Dr. Deborah Roof will give an encore presentation at First Parish in East Derry on Saturday March 23, from 9-12.
All are welcome to join us for this morning of preaching for the layperson. Please plan to arrive early so that we have a full three hours together. Email pastordeborah@fpc-ucc.org to reserve your spot! We are located at 47 East Derry Road, East Derry.
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NHCUCC's Second Annual Anti-Racism Lecture
With Guest Speaker Rev. Dr. Karen Georgia Thompson
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All are welcome! Come hear UCC General Minister and President Rev. Dr. Karen Georgia Thompson speak at Brookside Church in Manchester, NH, on Sunday, April 7th at 5 pm for the New Hampshire Conference's second Annual Anti-Racism Lecture.
Click here to register for free. *Please fill out one form for each person attending the event. This will help us know how many people to expect and make necessary arrangements.*
Watch the installation of Rev. Dr. Karen Georgia Thompson as the 10th UCC General Minister and President: https://www.ucc.org/gmp-installation/
Can't make it in person on the 7th? Let us know in the form that you won't be with us in person to receive the streaming link.
Invite a friend and we will see you there!
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Retreat Season at Horton Center | |
It's time to schedule your retreat at Horton Center! Get out those calendars, flip ahead a few months, and find the perfect time to get away with your group to build community, enjoy the beautiful setting, and unwind. Bring your church! Bring your club! Bring your team!
Here is the most up to date list of available weekends:
May 24-27
May 31-June 2
August 16-18
August 23-25
September 6-8
Contact Tivvi about weekday availabilities.
Haven't signed up for camp yet? Take a look at all the great camp offerings this summer season!
Interested in being a counselor? Fill out this form and plan to attend an info session to learn more about the opportunities!
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UPCOMING CONFERENCE EVENTS | |
| The NHCUCC Women's Fellowship Spring Program on Cultural Diversity in New Hampshire.
Plymouth Congregational Church | April 20 9:30 - 3:30
Save the Date | | |
Our beloved NHCUCC Administrative Assistant Cindy Bradley. May she retire from her position knowing in her heart the many people she has helped, the lives she has touched, and the gratitude of an entire Conference for nine years of dedicated service. We surround her with our blessings for this next chapter in her life, knowing that she will bring her love of people, dogs, plants, and all things UCC with her wherever she goes! | |
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The First Congregational Church of Wolfeboro has called the Rev. Dawn Adams to serve as their pastor and teacher. Reverend Adams will begin her tenure at FCC Wolfeboro on May 19, 2024.
On March 17, the Maranatha Indonesian UCC will be recognized for its 20th anniversary with a celebration at 1 pm at the Madbury Town Hall.
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Sunday Schedule: March 17, 2024 | |
In the morning, the Conference Minister will preach at the Community Church of Milton, where the Rev. Slade Hogan serves as Pastor and Teacher. In the afternoon, Rev. Rankin will preach at the Maranatha Indonesian United Church, where the Rev. Sandra Pontoh serves as Pastor and Teacher. Maranatha UCC will be celebrating its 20th Anniversary. | |
The Associate Conference Minister will attend the 20th Anniversary Celebration of the Maranatha Indonesian United Church, where the Rev. Sandra Pontoh serves as Pastor and Teacher. | | |
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Monday - Friday | 8:00 am - 4:30 pm | |
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