Calendar and Announcements for the Week of October 24

THOUGHTS ABOUT COFFEE HOUR:
Coffee hour is a wonderful opportunity for our church family to gather following worship; for many people it may be the only chance we get to have a few minutes to socialize and catch up with one another.
The challenge is to find hosts. We have the following suggestion. Let's agree to have very simple coffee hours. We don't want people to hesitate to host coffee hours because it is a daunting task. Coffee and tea are provided by the church. Harold Bishop and Woodstock Orchards provide cider. Beyond that, not much is necessary or called for. We can feed our spirits without feeding our bodies. Let's encourage more people to be hosts by agreeing that we don't need lavish refreshments. We want to offer hospitality and a cup of coffee so our congregation can spend time together following worship. Thank you to everyone who takes the time to host coffee hour. -The Hospitality Committee

CHRISTMAS ON THE HILL, November 20, 2010: If you have an item that might not be the hottest item for bidders in the Silent Auction, is nearly new or un-used consider giving it to UNIQUE BOUTIQUE Call Diane Bradley, 974-2769 with your donation ideas.
Remember that we know the ORNAMENT MAKERS OF AMERICA and know that they will have a variety of their hand crafted ornaments for sale at the FAIR. You will also be able to purchase RADA knives & support SERRV, specializing in hand crafts from third world countries.

FOSTER HOME FOR DOG NEEDED FOR 3 - 6 MONTHS: A client of Diane Bradley’s, who is currently hospitalized and is then going to be in a rehabilitation environment for 3 - 6 months, is in urgent need of a foster home for Jacob, her 12-year-old yellow Lab during this time. Jacob is house trained, leash trained, and gets along well with other dogs and cats. He is currently in a pound and is very lonely. If you are interested in helping Jacob and his owner, please see Diane Bradley or call her at 860-942-4035.

CHURCH YARD CLEANUP Please bring your rake and join Bruce Lyman on the grounds of the church for the annual leaf removal and pruning marathon on Saturday, October 30th, 9:30 to noon. He needs three helpers to accomplish the job. Speak with Sam at Coffee Hour, or call 860.928.9187 to sign on. Coffee and scones for workers! [Canceled in case of rain.]

COVENANT TO CARE THANKSGIVING BASKETS: CTC has agreed to provide Thanksgiving food baskets to ten needy families living in North East Connecticut. A suggested menu is provided below and is also posted on the kiosk along with a sign-up sheet. The idea is to “sponsor” a complete basket or pair up with someone to share a complete basket. If you hate to grocery shop, gift cards from Walmart or Stop & Shop, or cash donations are more than acceptable. We will convert cash donations into gift cards. If you would like an official Hill Church receipt for your donation, please attach your name to the donation. Cash and gift cards (made out to FCCW with Thanksgiving baskets written in the memo section) can be left at the Church office in the middle drawer of Ellen’s desk. Food donations should be left in the kitchen on Sunday, Nov. 21, which is the day after Christmas on the Hill. Any surplus donations will be brought to Daily Bread in Putnam, or TEEG in Thompson. Thank you for your contribution,
Covenant To Care Committee: Lynn & Tom Singleton, Phone 860-963-7229
Suggested Menu:
✓ Turkey
✓ Stuffing
✓ Gravy
✓ Cranberry sauce
✓ White potatoes
✓ Yams are optional, you can buy canned yams
✓ Canned vegetables
✓ Dessert

BELLS FOR BEGINNERS. Students in grades 3 and above and beginner adults are invited to “INTRODUCTION TO BELLS,” on Monday Oct. 25 at 6:30. This is a fun musical experience for parents and kids to share. No Musical Experience Necessary! Contact Debby Kirk at 860-377-2675 to sign up.

LETTERBOXING ANYONE? Youth in grades 7-12 are invited for an outdoor adventure this afternoon (Sunday, October 24). Join us as we follow clues to find ten hidden boxes at Quaddick State Park. Bring your own sandwich; we'll supply the drinks. We will meet at East Woodstock at 12:30 and return by 3:30. (Note to parents: we are looking for a few adults who can drive so please speak to Ginny Viteri or Debby Kirk if you can help).

TEEN MOVIE NIGHT: Woodstock Historical Society Presents TWILIGHT on Saturday, October 30. Movie is free but donations are cheerfully accepted. Refreshments will be available for purchase. This movie is rated PG-13.
SCRIPTURE AND SANDWICH:
Join this weekly journey through the Bible, following our denominational lectionary. Prepare for Sunday’s worship and offer Rev. Mike your insights before his sermon is finished. Wednesdays, 11:30 - 1:00 in the church library. Please telephone regrets only.

WEEKLY CALENDAR
TODAY
9:15 a.m. Sr. Bells warm-up
11:15 a.m. Special Coffee Hour
11:15 a.m. Confirmation Class (in library)
12:30 p.m. SYG Letterboxing event (at EW)
MONDAY
6:30 p.m. Beginner Bells
7:30 p.m. AA Group
7:30 p.m. Sr. Bells
TUESDAY
3:30 p.m. Prayer Shawl Ministry
WEDNESDAY
11 - 1 “Scripture & Sandwich”
7:30 p.m. Boy Scouts
THURSDAY
7:00 p.m. Outreach .
SATURDAY
8:00 p.m. Free Movie Night at Palmer Auditorium
NEXT SUNDAY
11:15 a.m. Soup & Bread Lunch and Budget Presentation