Reredos Update
We’d only really had one snafu with the renovation so far – hiring an initial contractor whose price was good but whose workmanship was not. In the end, I think
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POWER Interfaith Announces “Freedom Express Bus Tour”
One of the most powerful tools we have as human beings is the ability to tell our own stories. We share about the world we want to build through our
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Working Down the Punch List
We are getting closer to the final work in the Sanctuary. Colin is quietly painting everyday. We appreciate his caring work and appreciation for our sacred space. Sometimes it’s hard
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Community Ventures Update
Dear members of the Old First community, Progress on Old First House is moving quickly forward despite some challenges. After Community Ventures’ presentation to the congregation in April, we received
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Sunday School Update
We had hoped that Sept. 11 would be our first day of Sunday School, as that’s the day we are back in worship at 11 am. But late last week,
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Special Collection for John’s Peace Corp Work
One of Old First’s members, John Owens, has recently been accepted into the Peace Corp! Next February, he’ll travel to Eswatini to do HIV prevention work in the communities there.
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Michael’s Marriage Announcement!
Yes, word is out, and I assume most of you know by now, but just in case: I got married last Friday night to Leo Piña Roca. We eloped. (More
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As we look forward to Fall and the installation of our full audio / visual system in the Sanctuary for worship, the Worship Standing Leadership Group is planning a meeting
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Shaping Generations — 2022 National ONA Gathering
The Open and Affirming Coalition UCC is hosting a national virtual gathering August 5 – 7, 2022 Titled “Shaping Generations: Queer Justice and Lover in the UCC,” the gathering will
Read more JVMT Update on Old First House Construction
The JVMT is extremely thankful for those who helped with the clearing out of the Fox Building and the Christian Education building in preparation for the demolition/construction that was scheduled
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