I want to take this week’s blast space to offer my heartfelt gratitude to Claire DeCusati, our Music Director as she concludes five years of faithful music ministry here at Pilgrim Church of Duxbury, UCC.

Music has always been at the heart of our faith. Long before sermons were written down, God's people sang their stories, their prayers, their joys, and their sorrows. Through music, we lift our voices in praise, find comfort in times of grief, celebrate life's milestones, and experience the presence of the Holy Spirit in ways that words alone cannot express.

For the past five years, Claire has helped lead us on that sacred journey. Through hymns and anthems, special music and seasonal celebrations, she has enriched our worship and deepened our connection to God and one another. Her gifts, dedication, and care have helped create moments of beauty, inspiration, and holy wonder within these walls.

Music also has the power to unite a congregation, to teach faith across generations, and to carry us through both the ordinary and extraordinary moments of life. After Covid, we were faced with the challenge to re-build our Music program and Claire stepped forward to do so after spending some time with us as a substitute. We are grateful for the countless hours of preparation, leadership, encouragement, and creativity that have blessed our church family.

As we celebrate this chapter of ministry, we give thanks for all that Claire has shared with us and for the ways her gifts will continue to resonate in our hearts. We pray God's blessings upon the next steps of her journey, trusting that the songs we have sung together will remain part of the story of our congregation for years to come.

With deep gratitude, we say thank you, Claire, for your faithful service, leadership, and music. May God's grace and peace be a gentle song in your heart as you wherever the next verse of life may lead. 



Join us Sunday as we celebrate Claire’s Ministry with us after church!

RB

June 2026

KOINONIA

Koinonia will be meeting on June 15th at

1:00 PM in the church parlor. Patsy Schippers is the facilitator this month.

After which, we will have a

“See You in September” party. Please bring a “Sweet or Savory” offering to share.

Also, please bring one or more food items to support our Pilgrim Pantry.

All are welcome.

Mission Trippers will be working on team building skills as they try to figure their way out of The Escape Game in Dedham!

We leave this Saturday at 11:00, return at 3:00

Genesis Youth Group will be meeting for the final time this year after church this Sunday in the Youth Room for pizza, fun and games!

Middle School Youth Group will be meeting for the final time this year at the beach this Sunday from 5 - 7!

FOURTH OF JULY HOT DOG “MINISTRY”

We have served hot dogs before the Duxbury 4th of July parade for the past 8 years!

Want to help out this year? Let RB know and we will get you scheduled! 

A fun way to get to spend the afternoon and raise some money to help support “Holy Joe’s Café” (Coffee for the Troops)

revbill@uccduxbury.org

CARETAKERS!

We welcome you and your family at our church and worship service. There are books, pipe cleaners, coloring pages and crayons on the back pew to help keep little hands and minds occupied during the worship service! 

Help yourself at any time to whatever your family needs! 

We have childcare for infants-toddlers every Sunday through the end of June. If your child prefers to stay in the service that is fine. The sound of children in our sanctuary is the sound of life. Welcome to Pilgrim Church where children are God’s gift to us all!

Last day of Sunday School is this Sunday, June 14th.

Nursery care provided through the end of June.



There will be no nursery care in July and August.



PINE STREET INN TREATS: We will be collecting cookies, brownies and bars Monday, June 22nd – Friday, June 26th in the narthex of the church. Thank you for supporting this mission, the sweet treat is appreciated by the Pine Street Inn guests. PLEASE NO NUTS!

PILGRIM’S PANTRY: Please remember our neighbors in need during the summer months. Most needed items are beef stew, canned chicken, pasta sauce and canned fruit. Thank you for your support!