January 2016
An Open and Affirming Congregation
EPIPHANY/NEW YEAR BRUNCH CELEBRATION Sunday, January 10 Following morning worship Everyone is invited to join us to celebrate the birth of the Light of The World, the Star that guides us by its light, welcoming the Christ Child and celebrating the New year. On the menu: Variety of Egg Casseroles, Mimosas for those who’d appreciate it, muffins, fruits, and more… Additional details soon. A sign up sheet is on the bulletin board.
WINTER WORSHIP TIME
HELIX WINTER RETREAT 2016 The PAUSE Learning to seek God Saturday, January 23 10 am through Sunday, January 24, 5 pm All young people are invited to join this time of talking, learning, and having fun. This will be a relaxing time of discussion and contemplation of the future. The event will include art projects and a labyrinth walk, time to “pause,” and more. Questions? Ask Kevin Eckert.
December through March ● 10 am
SPIRITUAL RETREAT
January 22-23, 2016 ● Sinsinawa Mound Center This is a beautiful place for rest and spiritual rejuvenation, an opportunity to get away to retreat, find solitude and community, to be nurtured in mind, body and spirit. Rooms at Sinsinawa Mound Center are reserved for Friday evening January 22 through Saturday afternoon January 23. Please speak with Deb Rockey or Pastor Nayiri if you have questions about or interest in the retreat. A sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board in the Narthex. 1
CONGREGATIONAL MEETING Sunday, January 31 following morning worship Join us to receive our annual 2015 financial report and to vote on the annual Ministry Spending Plan of 2016. Please make every effort to attend.