God is not only to be found in the past, but is at work all around us. We look to our faith to guide us as we engage in the issues of our time while striving for peace, justice, & joy-filled compassion.
INSPIRING
We believe Jesus is present with us through the power of the Holy Spirit. We encourage each other to life faithfully, joyfully and filled with grace and forgiveness.
FORWARD LOOKING
Jesus came to include people, not exclude them. No matter who you are, you're welcome here. You're welcome at the table and welcome to walk with us in faith as we grow into God’s love.
WELCOMING
God is not only to be found in the past, but is at work all around us. We look to our faith to guide us as we engage in the issues of our time while striving for peace, justice, & joy-filled compassion.
INSPIRING
We believe Jesus is present with us through the power of the Holy Spirit. We encourage each other to live faithfully, joyfully and filled with grace and forgiveness.
FORWARD-LOOKING
Jesus came to include people, not exclude them. No matter who you are, you're welcome here. You're welcome at the table and welcome to walk with us in faith as we grow into God’s love.
SUNDAY WORSHIP TIMES
8:30 AM - Chapel
10:00 AM - Sanctuary
FIRST OF CHRIST SIMSBURY
689 Hopmeadow Street
Simsbury, CT 06070
(860) 651-3593
COME SPEND SUNDAY MORNINGS WITH US
Please join us for Worship each Sunday at 9:00 a.m. and at 11:00 a.m.
9:00 A.M. CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP In-Person and Livestreamed on our YouTube Channel An upbeat time of connecting with God and each other featuring Contemporary Christian music.
11:00 A.M. CLASSIC WORSHIP In-Person and Livestreamed on our YouTube Channel A time of worship and prayer featuring music and congregational singing including both recent and well-loved hymns.
Friday, May 10th: 3 pm – 7 pm Saturday, May 11th: 8 am – 1 pm
Starting at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday: $6 bag sale for clothing and linens $6 bag sale for books Most other items ½ price
Donation drop off times in Fraunfelder Hall: Thursday, May 2nd: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, May 3rd: 1 p.m. – 7 p.m. Saturday, May 4th: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Sunday, May 5th: 8:30 a.m. - noon Monday, May 6th: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. FINAL drop off *We are only using Fraunfelder Hall again this year. As a result, once the room/tables are full, we will stop collecting items, even if that happens before Monday. Get your donations in early to make sure we can accept them.
Accepting gently used/like new items: • Baby items - NO cribs, NO car seats, NO Highchairs
• Books, CD’s, DVD’s – NO encyclopedias, NO Textbooks, NO VHS tapes • Clothing, handbags, shoes • Craft supplies • Holiday decorations – NO Christmas trees • Jewelry & collectibles • Kitchen items • Toys & games • Linens & curtains • Tools • Sporting equipment – NO gym equipment • NO luggage, NO TVs, NO computer equipment • NO furniture
NEED HELP?
Summer Crew Summer Mission Help
This summer our Summer Crew is looking to care and provide service and mission to congregation members and the local community. It's a talented group that can do gardening, painting, window replacement, floors- you name it! It's a good chance we can provide the hands to do it. Besides providing bodies, we will also provide all materials and supplies needed. Please contact Marge Baltz.
HOW CAN YOU MAKE A DIFFERENCE TODAY?
Special Offering Opportunities
Our Special Offering Collection for the month of April is as follows:
April 14 - First Aid Supplies
April 28 - Music Ministry
Your gifts enhance the ministries that we offer.
Nazareth Area Food Bank Donations
For the month of May, we will be collecting tissues, paper towels, toilet paper, granola bars, canned tuna & chicken on behalf of the Nazareth Area Food Bank.
Please place all donated items in the shopping cart in the DeRemer Gallery.
Thank you!
NURSERY SCHOOL
It is a parent’s joy to watch their infant meet and master the many developmental milestones that are set forth at the time of their birth. As children age, parents look to professionals to facilitate their child’s development. It is important to seek educators that will observe, guide, support, stretch and stimulate their learning.
St. John’s UCC Nursery School has provided a nursery school program for the Nazareth Community since 1969. Our program includes a variety of activities that are age appropriate and are considered to be a process in developing the whole child.
Our main goals are for the children to learn and grow socially, emotionally, physically and intellectually by providing experiences that meet their needs and stimulate learning. We strive to develop a child’s self-esteem, inspire self-confidence and positive feeling toward learning.
Our building is wheelchair accessible with ramps and an elevator. Large print bulletins available. Audio recordings of worship services available for the homebound.
NURSERY
It is a parent’s joy to watch their infant meet and master the many developmental milestones that are set forth at the time of their birth. As children age, parents look to professionals to facilitate their child’s development. It is important to seek educators that will observe, guide, support, stretch and stimulate their learning.
St. John’s UCC Nursery School has provided a nursery school program for the Nazareth Community since 1969. Our program includes a variety of activities that are age appropriate and are considered to be a process in developing the whole child.
SCHOOL
Our main goals are for the children to learn and grow socially, emotionally, physically and intellectually by providing experiences that meet their needs and stimulate learning. We strive to develop a child’s self-esteem, inspire self-confidence and positive feeling toward learning.
Please join us as we share in Communion and reclaim the vision of sharing God with the community.
2nd HARVEST CHOICE FOOD PANTRY @ ST. JOHN'S UCC
Give Us This Day Our Daily Bread...
This pantry, a satellite location for Nazareth and Bath residents, is a once a month opportunity for families and individuals to take home non-perishable food items and occasionally perishable items when available on the third Saturday of this month. The next food pantry opportunity will be held on Saturday, January 25, from 12 noon until 1:30 p.m. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
LOOKING AHEAD TO 2020
January 26 - Brunch Buffet
January 31 - Women's Game Night
February 23 - Congregational Meeting
February 29 - Sportsmen's Dinner & Expo
April 12 - Easter
April 25 - Italian Buffet and Basket Raffle
April 26 - Women's Tea Party
May 16 - Rummage Sale
GETTING MARRIED?
Let us help you plan your wedding. You do not have to be a member of St. John’s UCC. We will provide an organist, our sanctuary, wedding host, minister, marriage preparation workshop and a rehearsal.
Having a party, a business meeting, training session, or a baby/bridal shower? Our church has rooms that can seat from 12 up to 200 people. Use of audio-visual equipment and a kitchen is also available.
