Welcome! No matter who you are, or
where you are on life's journey, you are welcome here.
Pentecost – May 19, 2013
Stephen Ministry Sunday
“The Contagion of Love”
The Rev. Bryn Smallwood-Garcia
preaches on
Acts 2:1-21,
the coming of the Holy Spirit on Pentecost -- which will be
read in a international "rainbow" of world languages.
How can the contagious spirit of God's
love help to heal people who are suffering and build bridges
between diverse groups?
How can ordinary Christians work every day for peace?
Our children's Cherub Choir sings at 10:30.
8:30am – Communion Worship with Church School and child care
9:30am – “UCC General Synod 101” - Church Library
10:30am – Worship with Church School and child care
11:30am – “UCC General Synod 101” - Fellowship Hall
Sacraments
We offer Communion every week at 8:30am
& on 1st
Sundays each month at 10:30am.
Programs for Children & Youth
Nursery is open for both Sunday services. We have a one-room Church School at 8:30 for grades K-6. At 10:30, there are age-graded classes for Pre-K through grade 8. Young people usually leave for their classes during a hymn early in the service, but all children are welcome to stay in adult worship if they prefer.
New Class! Sunday Night Adult Study
5-6:30pm Church
Library
"What the Bible Says about Homosexuality:
Why Jesus Cares More about How WELL We Love Than
What GENDER We Love"May 19 "Outrageous Tales of the Old Testament: Levitical Codes and Healthy Living"
NO STUDY May 26, 2013 -- Memorial Day
June 2 "Jesus and His Ministry to Women and Other Outcasts"
June 9 "Acts of Radical Inclusion in the Early Church"
We have some great Adult Education Opportunities. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the church office at office@uccb.org.
Photos
Visit our photo page here to see photos from life at the church.
Community Access
Our Worship Service is broadcast on Charter Cable TV channel 21 Tuesdays from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. and Fridays from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.
The above clips from Outreach Video are posted as streaming videos. Search "uccbvideo" at YouTube.com or click on the images.
Check out our CCB Facebook page for updates about and pictures of the Mission Trip. Just click on the Facebook link on the side of the homepage.
Worship at CCB
We invite you to attend every week, and to invite your friends to join you.
YOUR QUESTIONS ARE WELCOME HERE!
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Would you enjoy the guidance of fellow seekers to help you support your children's growth into strong and compassionate moral thinkers?
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Are you looking for a place where you can bring your deepest joys and sorrows and find real companionship in celebration and suffering?
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Do you long for a place where you and your family can learn to love one another and care for the world in a compassionate faith community?
We hope our little white-steepled meetinghouse will become a weekly refuge for your soul -- where you can join us to share gratitude and wonder for your life, and learn to use ancient spiritual resources to wrestle with your questions about the greatest mysteries of the universe.
No matter who you are or where you are on life's journey,
YOU (and your questions) ARE WELCOME HERE.
8:30
a.m. - Worship in the Meetinghouse with weekly communion
Nursery care and one-room Church School for pre-K through grade 6.
10:30 a.m. - Worship in the Meetinghouse with choirs
(communion on 1st Sundays)
Nursery care and age-graded
church school for pre-K through grade 8.
In case of inclement weather:
On stormy, snowy, or icy days, please use your best judgment about driving to church. Our general policy for cancellation of activities is to follow Brookfield Public Schools, www.brookfield.k12.CT.us. Assuming there is power, further cancellations will get posted on this website and/or answering machine (203) 775-1259.
Want to revive your soul? Try some Spiritual Renewal
Thursday Morning Prayers & Bible Study
9:00 to 10:30am in the Church Library
Begin your day with a time of quiet contemplation in a simple ministry of prayer, as we lift up the names of those who are sick or grieving, who are in discernment, or have thanksgiving or celebration to share. We will have a brief Bible study of our weekly lectionary scripture texts, led by Senior Pastor Bryn Smallwood-Garcia. Join us every Thursday, or drop in as you have a need for prayer or a morning free for study.
If you would like more information, speak to one of our pastors at 203-775-1259 or e-mail the church at office@uccb.org.
Electronic Giving is here at CCB!
The Stewardship Committee has enrolled our church with Vanco Services to provide our members and friends the option of giving one time gifts or paying pledges electronically. Electronic giving offers convenience for members and provides much needed donation consistency for our congregation, like during the summer months. We on Stewardship are excited about this new option. We are here to assist you if you have any questions.
Clergy and Staff
The Rev. Bryn Smallwood-Garcia, Senior Pastor
The Rev. Jennifer L. Whipple, Associate Pastor
Toni Sullivan, Director of Music
The Rev. M. S. Desmond, Pastor Emeritus
Heather Berner, Church School Coordinator
Sue Ronan, Coordinator of Membership Care and Involvement
Jeannine McCullough, Church Office