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Special Guest Preacher
Rev. Dr. Dwight Davidson
We the People....Build Beloved Community
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Rev. Dr. Dwight Davidson is an Advanced Chaplin Practitioner in Palliative Care at OhioHealth. He holds a DMin in inter-religious spirituality from Andover Newton, and his MDiv is from Princeton Seminary. He and his wife, Kari were in Japan for about a decade as educational missionaries , and he's served as pastor of churches in NJ and OH, most recently at the United Church of Granville. Outside of work, Dwight enjoys spending time with his spouse and three adult children. He has an "edible back yard," and enjoys canning/preserving, making kombucha, hiking and traveling, an00d keep up on Christian-Buddhist studies.
| Jack Wheeler will serve as worship leader. | | Join us for worship at 10:00 am this Sunday in person or on Zoom | | |
From
Ceciel Shaw and
Jack Shuler
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Member Reflection
"We didn't come all this way just to come all this way." "It doesn't work if you don't work." These cliche statements might be found on stickers on Etsy or posters in the front office of an elementary school. This kind of go get 'em attitude is usually one we cringe at, one that we young Gen X-ers believe we are too cool for. And we are! But when you are part of a church community from the very first weekend that you move to town in 2007 and stick with that community for 20 years, you also find out that work and perseverance go hand-in-hand with building the life you want for you and your family.
When we came to UCG as wide-eyed 29 and 30 year olds, we had no idea the beloved community we would be embraced by. Our joys were celebrated one hundred fold - the birth of our children, our jobs and endeavors in the community - and our sorrows have been held by the UCG family. With our participation in Christian Education and Mission and Social Action, we grew to know the people here. During work days or gatherings and parties in the Annex gym, we sat by people with young children like ours or older folks who shared memories of beloved elders.
Sometimes we had disagreements. Sometimes meetings ran long. We've grappled with sadness and loss of members and pastors. The work we have done to build children's programs, to serve sandwiches on the Square in Newark, to find pastors, to build better systems for the church, to clean up the buildings and grounds, to bring events to the church all add up to the community we want in Licking County. And now that we've come all this way, we can still go farther and continue to come all the way.
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After the Service
There will be a Church Board Meeting in the Chapel after the service this Sunday at 11:30. You can view the agenda by clicking on the button below.
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Search for a New Pastor
Using the button below, the QR code in Sunday's bulletin, or the cards provided during worship on November 8, tell the search committee what skills or attributes you hope for in our new pastor. If you wish, also suggest anyone you think would be a good choice for the search committee membership.
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What's Up is getting a facelift!
We're working on updating the What's Up? to make it more readable, more engaging, and to align it more closely to UCG's updated mission statement:
nurture faith, embrace belonging, empower service
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Help Needed with Candlelight Walking Tour
Granville's annual Candlelight Walking Tour is a great opportunity for UCG to participate in a community event and to invite people into our Church. This year UCG will feature a schedule of music in the sanctuary and will offer cookies from around the world, coffee and hot chocolate, and the youth will be selling jewelry! There will also be exciting goings on
at the Annex. UCG is looking for volunteers to help with the "Sweets from Around the World." Please let us know, by clicking the button below, how you would be willing to 0help.
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♫ ♬Singers Needed ♪ ♫
The UCG choir will be singing for the upcoming Thanksgiving and Advent/Christmas Season. All singers are welcome to come and rehearse with us at 9 AM in the Choir Room on Sundays before church. The rehearsals will begin this coming Sunday, November 1st. and will continue through December (see dates below).
If you have questions please contact Jackie at dawson.189@osu.edu or jkdawson@gmail.com
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Help Decking the Halls ♪ ♫
November 22nd after church we will hang the greens and put up Christmas decorations,. Advent starts November 29th! Any knowledge of past decorations, or willingness to help this year is welcome! Contact the worship team at claudia.esslinger@gmail.com.
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UCG Position Available
UCG is looking for a part-time maintenance worker for 15-20 hours per week. The successful candidate would have at least 2 years experience with general building maintenance and preferably have knowledge or experience with boiler systems. If interested, please email info@myucg.org with a resume or summary of experience and contact information.
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Rehearsal Schedule for Holiday Singers
Sunday, November 15th - Rehearsal at 9-9:40 AM
Sunday, November 22nd - Rehearsal at 9-9:40 AM
Sunday, December 6th - Rehearsal at 9-9:40 AM
Sunday, December 13th - Rehearsal at 9-9:40 AM
Sunday, December 20th - Rehearsal at 9-9:40 AM
Sunday, December 20th - 11:30-Noon for
Christmas Eve Service
Rehearsal to sing in the choir for the Ecumenical Thanksgiving Service on Sunday, November 22nd at St. Lukes Episcopal Church will be on November 22nd at 5:30 pm to perform
at the 7:00 pm service.
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Julie York: Wallflowers
Granville Center for the Arts
Exhibition: 11/15-12/31
Opening: 11/15 11;:30 am - 1:30 pm
Inspired by the glamorous floral wallpaper of the 1960s and ’70s, Julie brings the era’s 0bold patterns, vibrant colors, and flower-powered personality to a series of paintings on unique
narrow canvases. Each piece captures a slice of flower power.
The opening celebration is free and open to all! Come enjoy sweets, drinks, amazing art, and a chance to meet Julie and hear the inspiration behind the blooms.
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New Member Sunday has been rescheduled for Sunday, November 22nd
If you are interested in joining as a member of the United Church of Granville congregation we would welcome you! Please contact Monda DeWeese at 740-591-4603 or at deweese.monda@gmail.com
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Ecumenical Thanksgiving Service
Granville's Ecumenical Thanksgiving Service will be held this year on Sunday, November 22nd, at St. Luke's Episcopal Church. The service will be held at 7:00 pm and Stephanie Lobdell, Denison University's new Chaplin, will provide the message.
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Time to Order Poinsettias..
Do you have a loved one you'd like to remember by providing a poinsettia at the front of the church for Christmas? Or would you just like to provide one to brighten the sanctuary? Now is the time to order. UCG will place an order with Wilson's Garden Center on December 3rd. There are 4.5 inch pots (red only) for $5, 6.5 inch pots for $10 (red, white, pink, or marble), or 8" pots (red only). Use the button below to order or use the sign up at the back of the church on Sunday. You will need to provide payment to the office prior to December 3 by leaving it in an envelope in the clear box after service or sending a check. You may pick up your poinsettias after the candlelight service on December 24th.
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Daniel Clark is UCG's Bridge Pastor.
Rev. Dan Clark (he/him) is an organizer, advocate, and artist who serves as a Field Strategist with Industrious Labs, working to advance climate, jobs, and justice in legacy steelmaking communities. He is also the founder of the Ohio Interfaith Collective, a training coordinator with Faith in Public Life, one half of the psychedelic folk-rock duo Landlocked Sailor, and lives with his spouse and teenage children on a small farm near Utica.
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Mandy Burkett, UCG's Administrator, is is in the church office during the hours below. Please feel free to call or stop in if you need something or just want to visit!
Monday Closed
Tuesday 8-1
Wednesday 8-1
Thursday 7:30-3:30
Friday Closed
Phone: 740-587-0336
Email: info@myucg.org
Mandy checks email on Mondays and Fridays and this email is confidential.
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If you or someone you know is in need of pastoral support please contact the office and our administrator, Mandy Burkett, will quickly and confidentially provide your information to Dave Ball who is ready to help. We are grateful to have his help in the absence of our pastor.
We have a fellowship fund that is available to assist with financial needs, as necessary. This fellowship fund will be funded, occasionally, through our noisy offerings.
You can reach the Church Administrator by phone at 740-587-0336
or by email at info@myucg.com.
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Children’s Program for the Fall
We have adopted a curriculum that emphasizes inclusive theology and belonging. It’s called “MiniRevolutions” and it will provide an exciting step forward in our children’s program!
Youth in grades 6-12 meet every 1st and 2nd Sundays of the month, immediately after worship in the youth room (Annex building next door, on the second floor).
We'll have snacks and good conversation! Current details for what to expect will be sent to parents by email. To add your teenager to our contact list, please email Julie York - jadyork@gmail.com
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United Church of Granville
Sunday Service
(10 AM)
In-person in our sanctuary
and online via Zoom
(Pre-service playlist begins at 9:30AM)
Each week's services are also available for later access on the UCG Facebook page and on our website.
Make your Sunday offering donation securely online by clicking here or with the QR code at the bottom of the page. Your donations are deeply appreciated.
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Joining Worship by Zoom
We are glad to have you as part of the UCG Zoomunity (Zoom Community).
Security settings require you to have a Zoom account to log in; free at: zoom.com
When you click on the Zoom link, you will be admitted right away; no waiting room. You will be muted. There is no formal co-host. You are welcome to continue sharing in the chat!
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Hearing Loop in the Sanctuary
If you have a T-Coil equipped hearing aid, please switch your hearing device to the T setting. Wireless earbud receivers are also available.
If you are having trouble with the system and can't hear, please see Jeff Reiswig at the time of the service, or email or call the office so we can be sure the system is in working order. (info@myucg.org/740-587-0336)
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Granville Zen Group
Wednesday, UCG Chapel, 7 PM
(20 minute silent meditation) followed by a discussion.
All are welcome. No experience necessary. Come as you are.
If you are interested in learning more about this offering, including meditation guidance,
please contact:
Timothy O'Connor Fraser at tim@dewdropmedia.com
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Music in the Chapel
Mondays at 5:00 pm
Bring your voice, instruments and music to share and join us to jam, enjoy each other's company and encourage live music in the worship service. For more information, contact Jeff Reiswig at ripreiswig@gmail.com
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Everyone is Welcome!
Saturdays at 10:30 am in the Chapel
There will be no Singing Resistance this week (10/27) and Singing Resistance will meet at the courthouse in Newark at 10:30 on 10/31 to encourage voters rather than at the chapel.
Singing resistance is a grassroots movement of local vocalists and citizens who use collective singing to nonviolently protest ICE (U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement) activity, oppose authoritarianism, and build community care.
We meet every Saturday to sing, share information, and feel better just being with people of like concerns. Coffee and snacks are provided!
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Click on the link below to check out the many wonderful events:
Poetry Open Mic, The Art of Meditation, Irish Music Club, Knitting Club, Button Club and more!
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We meet at the United Church of Granville,
115 West Broadway, Granville, OH 43023.
Much thanks to UCG for sharing their space with our fellowship!
Snacks and Discussion Every Last Sunday of Each
Month. All Are Welcome!
6 PM FOOD AND FELLOWSHIP
6:30-7:30 SERVICE/DISCUSSION
Contact: CeeJay Cook uuceejay@gmail.com
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Use the QR Code or the link
below for online giving:
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Donate Stock
Your banker or broker can transfer the stock to the United Church of Granville through our account at the Park National Bank. Contact the Church Office at 740.587.0336 or info@myucg.org for details.
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Donate Bitcoin
Our on-line giving vendor now can accept gifts of Bitcoin.
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