May 26 Worship Materials
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May 26 Worship Materials
Author: Matt Braddock
Worship Materials for May 19, Pentecost
Worship Materials for May 19, Pentecost
On Pentecost, we wear RED
Pentecost marks the momentous occasion when the Holy Spirit descended upon the apostles, igniting the flame of the Christian church and uniting diverse people under God’s love. This day reminds us of the Spirit’s power to bridge divides and give us the courage to share God’s grace in every language and culture.
Join us this Sunday at 10:30 AM for a special service. We’ll reflect on the significance of the Holy Spirit’s presence in our lives. We welcome The String Group, directed by Sarah Cotterill, which will add special music to our celebration.
In her homily titled “Speaking My Language,” Pastor Aubra Love will explore the profound impact of the Holy Spirit’s arrival at Pentecost and its relevance to our lives today.
We will also have a special dedication of the banner crafted by the women of CCC at the Spring 2024 Women’s Retreat.
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May 12 Worship Materials
May 12 Worship Materials
May 12th, 2024 | 10:30 AM
Mother’s Day
Join Pastor Matt Braddock and Pastor Aubra Love this Sunday at 10:30am as we celebrate Mother’s Day together, enjoy performances by the Intergenerational Orchestra and the Children’s Choir, and partake in a Native Plant Giveaway after worship.
CCC’s Intergenerational Orchestra will play “Ode to Joy” from Symphony No. 9. CCC’s Children’s Choir led by Spencer Clark will sing “I Often Go Walking”. In addition, Will Joseloff on violin will play “Andante” from Sonata No. 2 for Solo Violin by J.S. Bach, and “Liebesleid” by Fritz Kreisler accompanied by Lynne Joseloff, piano. Our Lay Reader this Sunday, Marti Hoffacker, will read Genesis 18:1-7 and Genesis 19:1-3, and Pastor Matt will offer a Sermon entitled “The Feast of Kindness: Embracing Strangers as Family”.
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Worship Materials for May 5
Worship Materials for May 5
Celebrating Pledge Sunday: A Special Communion Service
Join us this Sunday, May 5th, at 10:30 AM for a meaningful Communion service as we celebrate Pledge Sunday at Christ Congregational Church. This special occasion invites us to reflect on the significance of our community of faith and commit to supporting its mission and ministry in the year ahead.
Led by Pastor Matt Braddock and Pastor Aubra Love, our service will include uplifting music, inspiring prayers, and thoughtful reflections on the call to embody justice and compassion in our lives. As part of our worship, we’ll consecrate our pledges and offerings, trusting that they will further God’s work of love and justice in our world.
Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a long-time member, all are welcome to join us in this celebration of faith, hope, and generosity. After the service, we invite you to join us for coffee and refreshments downstairs in the Social Hall, where we can continue our fellowship and connection as a community.
For those unable to attend in person, you can join us via Zoom. We look forward to worshiping with you and celebrating the spirit of giving and gratitude on Pledge Sunday. See you there!
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Worship Materials for April 28
Worship Materials for April 28
CCC welcomes you to worship as we celebrate the boundless love of God and the joy of community. Led by Pastors Matt Braddock and Aubra Love, our service features music by the Flute Ensemble and a sermon by Pastor Love. We look forward to seeing you. May you carry the spirit of love and community wherever you go.
After worship, we invite our members to stay for a special congregational meeting. For those who are joining on Zoom, we will use the same link as our worship service.
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April 14 Worship Materials
April 14 Worship Materials
This Sunday’s Worship Service
April 14th at 10:30am
Third Sunday of Easter
April 14th at 10:30am
Third Sunday of Easter
Join Pastor Matt Braddock and Pastor Aubra Love this Sunday at 10:30am as we celebrate the Third Sunday of Easter together. CCC’s Chancel Choir and Acoustic Band Players (ABP) will perform “Wings of a Dove” by Bob Ferguson (with Spencer Clark, soloist), “Take Your Shoes Off, Moses” by J. D. Jarvis, and “People Get Ready” by Curtis Mayfield! Karen J. Hawk will be our Lay Reader, and we will have a Minute for Stewardship to kick off our stewardship season (which culminates on Pledge Consecration Sunday – May 5) during this service. Pastor Aubra will share a Scripture Reading from Genesis 28, and Pastor Matt will offer a sermon entitled “The Way of Ascent and Descent” based on John 1:51. After worship, please join us for coffee and refreshments downstairs in the Social Hall.
There will also be an information meeting by the Building Sale Task Force about an upcoming special congregational meeting to vote on a potential buyer for our church.
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April 7 Worship Materials
April 7 Worship Materials
This Sunday’s Worship Service
April 7th at 10:30am
Second Sunday of Easter
Communion Sunday
Join Pastor Matt Braddock and Pastor Aubra Love this Sunday at 10:30am as we celebrate Communion Sunday together. This Second Sunday of Easter, we welcome to the pulpit our very own CCC member and seminarian Don Bruns, who will offer a sermon entitled “The Resurrection of the Beloved Son”. The sermon will be based on the story of Hagar and Ishmael from Genesis 16, which will be read by our Lay Reader this Sunday – and Don’s wife – Samantha Finstad.
Abe Laufer, on cello, will perform “Sarabande” from the 3rd Suite for Unaccompanied Cello, and “Gigue” from the 1st Suite for Unaccompanied Cello, by J. S. Bach. CCC’s Music Director Sam Wack will play “Home” by Ola Gjeilo on the piano.
After worship, please join us for coffee and refreshments downstairs in the Social Hall.
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Worship Materials for March 24 | 10:30 AM – Palm Sunday
Worship Materials for March 24 | 10:30 AM – Palm Sunday
Step into the beginning of Holy Week with us this Palm Sunday at Christ Congregational Church! We invite you to join us for a joyous celebration as we commemorate Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem. Our service will begin with the passing of the palms.
Led by Pastor Matt Braddock and Pastor Aubra Love, our worship service will be filled with uplifting music, heartfelt prayers, and meaningful reflections on the significance of this special day in the Christian calendar.
Experience the beauty of the season as we wave palm branches and sing praises to our Savior. Whether you’re a longtime member of our community or joining us for the first time, all are welcome to come and rejoice in the love and grace of Jesus Christ. We look forward to seeing you there!
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Worship Materials for March 17
Worship Materials for March 17
This Sunday’s Worship Service
March 17th at 10:30am
Fifth Sunday of Lent
Join Pastor Aubra Love and Pastor Matt Braddock this Sunday at 10:30am as we mark the Fifth Sunday of Lent and continue our celebration of Women’s History Month. The Chancel Choir and Ingrid Baynes (soloist) will perform “Pie Jesu” from Requiem by Malcolm Archer. Cherry Hunsaker-Clark will be our Lay Reader this Sunday. Pastor Aubra Love will offer a Sermon entitled “Making Room for the Divine Free Spirit”. Finally, the Chancel Choir and Lynne Joseloff (flute) will perform “Still Be My Vision,” Traditional, arr. Mary McDonald. After the service, please join us for Coffee Hour in the Social Hall.
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Worship Materials for March 10
Worship Materials for March 10
Please join us for a heartfelt celebration filled with music, prayer, and reflection at Christ Congregational Church. As Pastor Matt Braddock and Pastor Aubra Love extend their warmest welcome, we invite you to experience the joy of community and worship with us.
Our service features music by the Acoustic Band Players.Through uplifting hymns like “I’ve Got the Joy, Joy, Joy” and reflective moments of prayer, we’ll unite in gratitude and praise.
We also have the honor of baptizing Ifedayo Tobias DaSilva into our Christian community, celebrating the gift of new life and God’s boundless grace. Together, we witness this sacred moment and reaffirm our commitment to love and support one another on our spiritual journeys.
We will also embrace the message of unity and love as consider what it means to walk in the way of love as followers of Christ. And as we offer our gifts and prayers, may we be inspired to live out our faith with compassion and generosity.
Whether in person or on Zoom, join us in fellowship and worship as we lift our voices in praise and seek to live out the love of Jesus in our lives. All are welcome, and we look forward to sharing this sacred time together.
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