Prayer Request
Food Bags
Economic Justice Task Force
Forum
ONA Task Force
Youth Sunday School Request
Tuesday Evening Taizé
You are invited to the 2014 Triangle Interfaith Alliance Annual Dinner
Carolyn and Cy King Peace and Justice Award
2014 HKonJ February 8
Housing for HKonJ Participants
After HKonJ, Lunch is an ASP Fundraiser
Parents' Night Out!
Youth-Led Love Party for Young CUCC Couples!
Prayer Request
Lee and K.J. Covington-Jones have asked us for prayers. Lee is in a hospital in Birmingham due to complications with the pregnancy. K.J. has flown down to be with her. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers.
FOOD BAGS
Food Bags are due this Sunday, February 2. Thank you for your continued support of this vital mission. Please include the following items in your food bags:
1 lb. grits 2 cans tomatoes
1 lb. rice 2 cans applesauce
1 lb. dried beans 2 1-qt pkgs. dry milk
1 can carrots 2 macaroni/cheese
1 jar peanut butter 2 cans navy, pinto, or pork ’n beans
Economic Justice Task Force
Congregations for Social Justice Annual Dinner - Monday, February 3, 6:00pm, Highland United Methodist Church, 1901 Ridge Road, Raleigh. Dinner Donation at door: $10.00. Speaker: Daryl Atkinson, Southern Coalition for Social Justice. Reservation Deadline: January 24 to CSJ.RALEIGH@gmail.com.
Forum, February 2, 9:15am, VFH
“Community Care of NC (CCNC) and Reforming NC's Medicaid Program." John Thompson, VP of Governmental Affairs, and Mark Benton, Chief of Staff of CCNC, will provide an overview of NC's Medicaid program, including how it is financed in NC and how expenditures have grown overtime. The presentation will identify three of the popular approaches to Medicaid reform being considered in other states and also offer ideas on how to improve/reform NC's Medicaid program. For additional info, go to http://www.communitycarenc.com.
ONA Task Force
The Open and Affirming (ONA) Task Force will meet Sunday after worship, 12:00pm, in the Hoffmann Room.
Youth Sunday School Request
Please consider bringing travel size toiletries to church with you on Sunday this week, and or next. The Faith at Work youth church school class is collecting them for Project Homeless Connect. https://www.facebook.com/phcraleighPlease place donations in the collection basket in the narthex.
Tuesday Evening Taizé
Our spiritual needs cannot be met by a noisy, fast-paced, materialistic society. But the thirst of our souls can be quenched with meditative prayer, through which we connect with God. We, at Community United Church of Christ, on Wade Ave in Raleigh hold Taizé services each Sunday morning at 9:00am in the Sanctuary, but also on the first Tuesday evening of every month at 7:00pm in the Vaughan Fellowship Hall. Taizé worship is marked by a spirit of contemplation, prayer and extended periods of silence. One aspect of Taizé worship is the repetitive singing of short and simple chants, which enable us to let go of the clutter of our minds and to listen and pray to God with our hearts.
If you long for peace and quiet….
If you want to pray for yourself or for others….
If you love to feel the words of Scripture wash over you….
If you yearn for a deeper connection with God….
then please join us Tuesday, February 5 at 7:00pm in the Vaughan Fellowship Hall.
The once a month group is small but still....God is with us
and God meets us where we are…..
You are invited to the 2014 Triangle Interfaith Alliance Annual Dinner
Triangle Interfaith Alliance (TIA) presents Faith and Social Justice featuring Rev. William Barber II during TIA’s Annual Dinner, Thursday, February 6, 2014, 6:00pm, at Temple Beth Or, 5315 Creedmoor Rd, Raleigh, NC. Dr. Barber will speak on the upcoming HKonJ Rally and the impetus behind this growing movement. Triangle Interfaith Alliance is dedicated to promoting understanding, tolerance & building a compassionate community in the Triangle area. TIA strives for diversity and includes Baha’i, Buddhist, Christian, Hindu, Jain, Jewish, Muslim, Native American and Sikh members. Tickets (includes dinner) are $12.00/person; $10.00/person for a group of five or more. Limited seating. Tickets will be available at the door or contact Rev. Steve Halsted to purchase one. Checks should be made out to Triangle Interfaith Alliance. For additional information, go to www.interfaithalliance-nc.org.
Carolyn and Cy King Peace and Justice Award
Next Sunday, February 9, will mark the second year of the Carolyn and Cy King Peace and Justice Award. We will honor the lives and life work of Carolyn and Cy King. The special day begins with Cy King speaking at Forum (9:15am, VFH), sharing his thoughts, recollections and challenges for us. During the 10:30am worship service, we will honor this year’s award recipients: Slater Newman, Bill Towe, and Mac and Peg Hulslander. Following worship will be a reception in the Vaughan Fellowship Hall. It will be a wonderful day that you won’t want to miss.
2014 HKonJ (Historical Thousands on Jones Street) Saturday, February 8
CUCC is a Coalition Partner for HKonJ and hope that many CUCCers will join the thousands planning to participate. March participants will gather at Shaw University on South Street between Wilmington Street and Blount Street at 9:30am; the march begins at 10:30am. The Assembly will be at the State Capitol this year with people gathering on Fayetteville Street in front of the building (location to be confirmed). Rally begins after marchers arrive at the Capitol. If you plan to march and would like to carpool, meet at CUCC at 9:00am. If you plan to march but want to drive, you can park on some streets near Shaw but can also use Raleigh City Parking Decks nearby. If you would like to join the march, (about 1 mile), but are uncomfortable marching, you can board a tram near Shaw. The tram will also return to Shaw following the rally for anyone who would like to use it. Just want to attend the rally? Go directly to the State Capitol Building. If you want to attend the rally and would like to carpool, check with Joan McAllister about a second car pool from CUCC at 10:00am. Some seating is available at the Rally for seniors and people who are disabled. Porta-johns are available at both locations. Please dress for the weather. You may want to bring your own chair if you are not comfortable standing for a period of time. Additional info can be found at www.hkonj.com or by calling 866-626-2227 or 919-682-4700. Be a part of history! Stand in solidarity with others to move North Carolina forward!
Housing for HKonJ Participants
Please contact Gray Woodard if you are able to provide housing for out of town HKonJ participants on Friday, February 7.
After HKonJ, Lunch is an ASP fundraiser
Consider grabbing your lunch at the Jersey Mike's, located at 2712 Hillsborough Street, after HKonJ. Between 11:30am and 2:30pm, Jersey Mike's will give 15% of their proceeds to CUCC's Appalachia Service Project team. Remember to say you came to support CUCC's ASP team!
Parents' Night Out!
Saturday, February 15, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Youth will provide childcare, pizza, games, and crafts for CUCC children while parents enjoy a night out. Please RSVP by February 9 and/or direct questions to forsanti@aol.com.
Youth-Led Love Party for Young CUCC Couples!
Sunday, February 23, 6:00-8:00 p.m. CUCC Fellowship Hall
All young couples (couples with elementary aged kids... young couples with no kids... young couples married and those not married) are invited to a party! We want a chance to celebrate and honor young couples in our midst. Fun and fresh Neomonde food and beverages provided. Please RSVP by February 9 and/or direct questions to forsanti@aol.com
Food Bags
Economic Justice Task Force
Forum
ONA Task Force
Youth Sunday School Request
Tuesday Evening Taizé
You are invited to the 2014 Triangle Interfaith Alliance Annual Dinner
Carolyn and Cy King Peace and Justice Award
2014 HKonJ February 8
Housing for HKonJ Participants
After HKonJ, Lunch is an ASP Fundraiser
Parents' Night Out!
Youth-Led Love Party for Young CUCC Couples!
Prayer Request
Lee and K.J. Covington-Jones have asked us for prayers. Lee is in a hospital in Birmingham due to complications with the pregnancy. K.J. has flown down to be with her. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers.
FOOD BAGS
Food Bags are due this Sunday, February 2. Thank you for your continued support of this vital mission. Please include the following items in your food bags:
1 lb. grits 2 cans tomatoes
1 lb. rice 2 cans applesauce
1 lb. dried beans 2 1-qt pkgs. dry milk
1 can carrots 2 macaroni/cheese
1 jar peanut butter 2 cans navy, pinto, or pork ’n beans
Economic Justice Task Force
Congregations for Social Justice Annual Dinner - Monday, February 3, 6:00pm, Highland United Methodist Church, 1901 Ridge Road, Raleigh. Dinner Donation at door: $10.00. Speaker: Daryl Atkinson, Southern Coalition for Social Justice. Reservation Deadline: January 24 to CSJ.RALEIGH@gmail.com.
Forum, February 2, 9:15am, VFH
“Community Care of NC (CCNC) and Reforming NC's Medicaid Program." John Thompson, VP of Governmental Affairs, and Mark Benton, Chief of Staff of CCNC, will provide an overview of NC's Medicaid program, including how it is financed in NC and how expenditures have grown overtime. The presentation will identify three of the popular approaches to Medicaid reform being considered in other states and also offer ideas on how to improve/reform NC's Medicaid program. For additional info, go to http://www.communitycarenc.com.
ONA Task Force
The Open and Affirming (ONA) Task Force will meet Sunday after worship, 12:00pm, in the Hoffmann Room.
Youth Sunday School Request
Please consider bringing travel size toiletries to church with you on Sunday this week, and or next. The Faith at Work youth church school class is collecting them for Project Homeless Connect. https://www.facebook.com/phcraleighPlease place donations in the collection basket in the narthex.
Tuesday Evening Taizé
Our spiritual needs cannot be met by a noisy, fast-paced, materialistic society. But the thirst of our souls can be quenched with meditative prayer, through which we connect with God. We, at Community United Church of Christ, on Wade Ave in Raleigh hold Taizé services each Sunday morning at 9:00am in the Sanctuary, but also on the first Tuesday evening of every month at 7:00pm in the Vaughan Fellowship Hall. Taizé worship is marked by a spirit of contemplation, prayer and extended periods of silence. One aspect of Taizé worship is the repetitive singing of short and simple chants, which enable us to let go of the clutter of our minds and to listen and pray to God with our hearts.
If you long for peace and quiet….
If you want to pray for yourself or for others….
If you love to feel the words of Scripture wash over you….
If you yearn for a deeper connection with God….
then please join us Tuesday, February 5 at 7:00pm in the Vaughan Fellowship Hall.
The once a month group is small but still....God is with us
and God meets us where we are…..
You are invited to the 2014 Triangle Interfaith Alliance Annual Dinner
Triangle Interfaith Alliance (TIA) presents Faith and Social Justice featuring Rev. William Barber II during TIA’s Annual Dinner, Thursday, February 6, 2014, 6:00pm, at Temple Beth Or, 5315 Creedmoor Rd, Raleigh, NC. Dr. Barber will speak on the upcoming HKonJ Rally and the impetus behind this growing movement. Triangle Interfaith Alliance is dedicated to promoting understanding, tolerance & building a compassionate community in the Triangle area. TIA strives for diversity and includes Baha’i, Buddhist, Christian, Hindu, Jain, Jewish, Muslim, Native American and Sikh members. Tickets (includes dinner) are $12.00/person; $10.00/person for a group of five or more. Limited seating. Tickets will be available at the door or contact Rev. Steve Halsted to purchase one. Checks should be made out to Triangle Interfaith Alliance. For additional information, go to www.interfaithalliance-nc.org.
Carolyn and Cy King Peace and Justice Award
Next Sunday, February 9, will mark the second year of the Carolyn and Cy King Peace and Justice Award. We will honor the lives and life work of Carolyn and Cy King. The special day begins with Cy King speaking at Forum (9:15am, VFH), sharing his thoughts, recollections and challenges for us. During the 10:30am worship service, we will honor this year’s award recipients: Slater Newman, Bill Towe, and Mac and Peg Hulslander. Following worship will be a reception in the Vaughan Fellowship Hall. It will be a wonderful day that you won’t want to miss.
2014 HKonJ (Historical Thousands on Jones Street) Saturday, February 8
CUCC is a Coalition Partner for HKonJ and hope that many CUCCers will join the thousands planning to participate. March participants will gather at Shaw University on South Street between Wilmington Street and Blount Street at 9:30am; the march begins at 10:30am. The Assembly will be at the State Capitol this year with people gathering on Fayetteville Street in front of the building (location to be confirmed). Rally begins after marchers arrive at the Capitol. If you plan to march and would like to carpool, meet at CUCC at 9:00am. If you plan to march but want to drive, you can park on some streets near Shaw but can also use Raleigh City Parking Decks nearby. If you would like to join the march, (about 1 mile), but are uncomfortable marching, you can board a tram near Shaw. The tram will also return to Shaw following the rally for anyone who would like to use it. Just want to attend the rally? Go directly to the State Capitol Building. If you want to attend the rally and would like to carpool, check with Joan McAllister about a second car pool from CUCC at 10:00am. Some seating is available at the Rally for seniors and people who are disabled. Porta-johns are available at both locations. Please dress for the weather. You may want to bring your own chair if you are not comfortable standing for a period of time. Additional info can be found at www.hkonj.com or by calling 866-626-2227 or 919-682-4700. Be a part of history! Stand in solidarity with others to move North Carolina forward!
Housing for HKonJ Participants
Please contact Gray Woodard if you are able to provide housing for out of town HKonJ participants on Friday, February 7.
After HKonJ, Lunch is an ASP fundraiser
Consider grabbing your lunch at the Jersey Mike's, located at 2712 Hillsborough Street, after HKonJ. Between 11:30am and 2:30pm, Jersey Mike's will give 15% of their proceeds to CUCC's Appalachia Service Project team. Remember to say you came to support CUCC's ASP team!
Parents' Night Out!
Saturday, February 15, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Youth will provide childcare, pizza, games, and crafts for CUCC children while parents enjoy a night out. Please RSVP by February 9 and/or direct questions to forsanti@aol.com.
Youth-Led Love Party for Young CUCC Couples!
Sunday, February 23, 6:00-8:00 p.m. CUCC Fellowship Hall
All young couples (couples with elementary aged kids... young couples with no kids... young couples married and those not married) are invited to a party! We want a chance to celebrate and honor young couples in our midst. Fun and fresh Neomonde food and beverages provided. Please RSVP by February 9 and/or direct questions to forsanti@aol.com