Week of August 11, 2024 | Issue: 640

We have a change of plans for Sunday, August 18. Instead of meeting in Social Hall for a potluck brunch, we’ll be in the sanctuary for more of a regular Sunday. The bad news…no food (besides the usual coffee hour fare), but the good news is you’re off the hook for bringing a potluck item! We will still be praying for students and teachers headed back to school and thinking about how we can be a blessing to the children and youth of our community. 

Attention potential therapy dogs & their owners: get all the info on the patio of Arlington Community Church, August 15, 2024, 6:30pm-8pm

ATD provides testing, certification, registration, support, and insurance for members who volunteer with dogs to visit hospitals, special needs centers, schools, nursing homes, libraries and other facilities. We’re a network of caring volunteers who are willing to share our special canines to bring smiles and joy to people, young and old alike.

Whether you and your dog are looking to become a certified therapy team or your facility would like to start a therapy dog program, Alliance of Therapy Dogs (ATD) is your #1 choice for pet therapy. Join us on August 18, 6:30pm for more information.

Are you interested in becoming a member of ACC or simply learning more about our church and/or our denomination, the United Church of Christ? If so, you are warmly invited to join us following worship on Sunday, August 25th for our Inquirer’s Class. This is an opportunity to learn and connect, and for those considering membership, an opportunity to prepare for that as well. Please let Pastor Jen know if you plan to attend.

Do you have a poem, original or otherwise, that speaks to your life of faith, brings joy or peace, or makes you feel hopeful in troubled times? On Aug. 25 we'll share poetry, pray for one another and our world, and listen to beautiful music from Shira Kammen. If you would like to read a poem, or submit a poem to be read by someone else, please email Pastor Jen.

The ACC Care Team has been considering the needs of our community and ways we can support one another. One need that has come up in our community is respite care. “Respite” is a short period of rest or relief, and it can be a huge help for people who are acting as long term caretakers. Lisa and Ed Chilton are currently in a time when this kind of help would be greatly appreciated. What we’re looking for is volunteers from ACC who would be willing to spend time with Ed, keeping him company while Lisa gets some much needed respite. There are no nursing or bathroom needs, this would just be sitting together, chatting, watching tv or the neighbors passing by, being with him so he’s not alone. Volunteers will select a week when you have some availability, then coordinate with Lisa one day and time to come for 2-3 hours during that week. We’ll set it up kind of like a Meal Train, and we’re hoping to cover about 6-8 weeks. If you think you might be able to help, but you have questions, feel free to contact Lisa. 

Our summer is full of special Sundays in all kinds of flavors, some contemplative, some justice-oriented, some relaxed and great for the inviting grandkids. Check out our list of summer Sundays below and mark your calendars for the ones you don’t want to miss!

Have you tried out the yoga or meditation classes on Wednesday mornings at ACC? If not, feel free to drop in anytime for a special first-timers fee of $5! All you need for yoga is a mat or a large towel (if you happen to have blocks, a strap, or a blanket, bring them along, but those are all optional), and for meditation you don’t need anything at all! 

See the July flyer for more information!

One way of keeping our congregation strong is by staying connected. You are invited to join us every Tuesday morning from 11.00 – Noon for an hour of checking in, sharing, listening and prayer. No experience necessary. Come as you are.

Discussion Topic:

"The kids are heading back to school! What was your favorite subject in school and what kind of student were you?"



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