Prospect Congregational Church

Office Phone: 203-758-4872 Fax#: 203-758-6316 Church e-mail pccucc@snet.net

Church Website www.prospectctucc.orq

Office Hours Monday- Friday 8:00a -1:00p

The Prospectus 2015

CHURCH STAFF Rev. Kristen Provost Switzer, Pastor

Rev. Carmen Cavallaro, Minister of Visitation Mark Wilson, Sunday School Administrator

Tina Soderberg, Office Administrator

Articles can be left in the Prospectus mailbox in the coatroom or e-mailed to pccucc@snet.net. Deadline for the

newsletter is the third Wednesday of the month.

Dear sister and brothers in Christ,

It's that time of year again!

The leaves will soon be changing color, the children are going back to school and the program year will be getting underway.

There are so many ways that you can be involved at PCC! You can teach Sunday School (if you are safe church trained!). We currently have several open slots on our Boards and Committees. There are countless ways to be involved in the life of our community.

When we think of Stewardship, we often think of pledges in the form of money. However, Stewardship also refers to giving of our time and our talent.

So, when in doubt, give it a try! Be in touch with myself or someone from the Nominating Committee on where you can be involved at PCC this year.

Blessings,

Rev. Kristen

LECTIONARY READINGS FOR SEPTEMBER & OCTOBER, 2015

September 6 Proverbs 22:1-2, 8-9, 22-23 September 20 Proverbs 31:10-31 Psalm 125 or Isaiah 35:4-7a Psalm 1 or Solomon 1:16-2:1 Psalm 146 Psalm 54 James 2:1-19 (11-13), 14-17 James 3:13-4:3, 7-8a Mark 7:24-37 Mark 9:30-37 Theme: Be Opened Theme: First in Caring September 13 Proverbs 1:20-33 September 27 Esther 7:1-6, 9-10, 9:20-22 Psalm 19 or Isaiah 50:4-91a Psalm 124 Psalm 116:1-9 or Solomon 7:26-81 Numbers 11:4-6, 10-16, 24-29 Mark 8:27-38 Psalm 19:7-14 Theme: Who Are You Jesus? James 5:13-20

Mark 9:38-50 Theme: Courage for Community

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ October 4 Job 1:1; 2:1-10 October 18 Job 38:1-7, (34-41)

Psalm 26 or Genesis 2:18-24 Psalm 104:1-9:24, 35c or Isaiah 53:4-12 Psalm 8 Psalm 91:9-16 Hebrews 1:1-4; 2:5-12 Hebrews 5:1-10 Mark 10:2-16 Mark 10:35-45

Theme: Enfolding Love Theme: Great Service October 11 Job 23:1-9, 16-17 October 25 Job 52:1-6, 10-17 Psalm 22:1-15 or Amos 5:6-7, 10-15 Psalm 34:1-8, (19-22) or Jeremiah 31:7-9 Psalm 90:12-17 Psalm 126 Hebrews 4:12-16 Hebrews 7:23-28 Mark 10:17-31 Mark 10:46-52 Theme: What Must I Do? Theme: Take Hear

“Called to Care” Roger Allen Joan Hart Bill Pearce Jennie Bayse Al Hamilton Mary Ellen Pearce Louise Beach Arnie Koehler Bill Trumbley David Bell Barbara Koshier Tina Sierra Gloria Benson Lindy Jacobson Joan Slapikas Kirsten Berube Linda Jerzierny Dave Stewart Peter Creasey Ellen Lampros Babette Strumpf Carmen Cavallaro Michael Lohne Fred Strumpf, Jr Janet Cronn Sally Lohne Georgianna Tata Jillian DiTommaso Sheryl Mann Andrew Vilardo Helen Donovan Dennis McGuire Charlotte VanKirk Jake Dzubak Barbara Menturweck Kathy Vander Eyk Judy Fiengo Ed Mitoraj Barbara Walcott Gwenn Fischer Lois Nemet Sherie Wilson Gayle Gourley Jon Normand

Prayers for our Military, including PFC Marissa Bainer Thomas Brunetti, Jr. Christopher Chucta, Turkey Jon Conlon Anthony DiTommaso Thomas Greene, Afghanistan Darren Hale, Jr., Afghanistan Jim Jackson, Marine Kenny Jeannin, Ft. Drumm, NY A1C Johnny Dee, Washington 118th Med Bn FC James Kabusk, Cherry Point, NC Pvt Michael LeBlanc, Ft. Benning GA Jonathan Saxton, Fairfield, CA Lcpl Alex Theil, Ft. Leonardwood, MO ACAN Jessica Zielonka, USS Theodore Roosevelt Glendale Paradigm Jo Collins Helen Donovan Roy Schellhardt Raymond & Shirley Stewart Prayers of Concern for our Extended Family Anthony (Tina Sierra’s Cousin) Lonzia (friend of Tina & Rick Sierra) Peter (friend of Tina Sierra) Sarah & Family (Christine Creasey’s niece and family) Tabitha (Lindy Jacobson’s niece) Uncle Howard (David Bell’s uncle) Yves Allard (Erik Soderberg’s Uncle) Norman Anderson (Babette Strumpf’s brother) Barbara Andrews (Eileen Flanagan’s daughter) Bill (friend of Eileen Flanagan) James Bayse (Jennie Bayse’s father) Anita Capen (friend of Diane Cavallaro) Robin Carlson (friend of Sandy Pavlowski) Mabel Caudill (Linda Jerzierny’s mother) Mary Grace Cavallo Carolyn Coleman (friend of Mary Ellen Pearce) Donald Covino (brother of Carm Villani) Joyce Cronin (friend of Sandy Pavlowski) Michael Dingle (Louise Beach’s nephew) Justine Egan (Kelly Evon’s cousin) Agatha Falcone (Tina Sierra’s mom) Tony Falcone (Tina Sierra’s brother) Lillian Farley (Tina Soderberg’s mom) Charlie Fortier (brother of Anne Marie Burr) Richard Fortier (brother of Anne Marie Burr) Justine Fortin (grandson of Charlotte Geary) Rachel and Elizabeth Friedland (nieces of Rich and Sharry Sargeant) Rob Friedland (brother-in-law of Sharry Sargeant) Sue Fulton (friend of Sherie Wilson) Sam Gourley (Gayle Gourley’s father-in-law) Anthony Guistinello (Mary Ellen Pearce’s Grandson) Eddie Hannula (Diana Trumbley’s uncle) Lloyd Hannula (Diana Trumbley’s dad) Dianne Hart (sister of Joan Hart and Janet Searles) Fran Hart (Mother of Joan Hart and Janet Searles) Pam Hartnett (Bob and Kathy Hartnett’s daughter-in-law) Ellie Held (Barbara Rowe’s sister) Russell Held (Barbara Rowe’s nephew) David Holley (John Holley’s dad) Mary Hudson (John Hudson’s mother) Paul Hudson (John Hudson’s dad) Douglas Hughes (Arlene Hughes’ son) Diane Humphrey (Christine Creasey’s sister)

Conall Hurley (Howie Steeves’ nephew)Ingrid (Sharon Blair’s Sister) Lou Jason (Judy Niatopsky’s brother) Jason Juraska (Debbie Brook’s grandson) Edna Kainer (Sandy Pavlowski’s grandmother) Marie Kluge David Knapp (Rev. Phyllis’ brother) Jackie LaCroix (friend of Melissa Saxton) Robert Luddy (neighbor of Gwenn and Brad Fischer) Bertha & Charles McCollough (Sharry Sargeant’s mother and father) Madalyn McDaniel (Barbara Menturweck’s niece) Dolores Mikishko Carol Miner (friend of Christine Creasey) Christina Mitchell (Mary Ellen Pearce’s daughter-in-law) Josh Morgan (friend of Glenn and Denise Warme) Mary Nelson (Barbara Menturweck’s cousin) Laura Niatopsky (Judy and Martin Niatopsky’s granddaughter) Deolores Paonessa (Sue Hudson’s aunt) Megan Pearce (Mary Ellen Pearce’s granddaughter) Mark Peel (friend of Mary Ellen Pearce) Helen Plante (Connor Sargeant’s Aunt) Tiffany Perry (friend of Kim Palmerie) Teresa Preziosi (Mary Ellen Pearce’s niece) Doreen Proul (dear friend of Edie Sherwood) Marion Raven (John Raven’s daughter–in-law, Kim Palmerie’s Sister-in-law) Matthew Raven (John Raven’s son) Kathryn Reynolds (Rev. Phyllis’ sister) Bill St. Jean (Denise Masulli’s brother) Henry Sarbeski Michelle Scotto-Lanzoni (John Hudson’s Cousin) Jim Scully (Howie and Deb Steeves’ brother-in-law) Dotty Searles (John Searles’ mom) Edward Smith (son of Janet and Steve Cronn) Lauren Stanczyk (Friend of Lindy Jacobson) Bob Steeves (Howie Steeve’s cousin) Leslie Studwell (Debbie Steeves’ cousin) Maggie Thompson (friend of MaryEllen Pearce) Sharon Trumbley (Diana Trumbley’s sister-in-law) Bob Wallin (friend of Rev. Carmen & Diane Cavallaro) Jack Walsh (student at Woodland High School) Arthur Wood (Christine Creasey’s father) Joan Wood (Christine Creasey’s Mom)

September Birthdays 1 Jo Collins 13 Derek Brown Liz Palmerie 16 Jarrett Allen 3 Virginia Allen 19 Jennifer Mann 4 Randy Allen Nicholas Mann 6 Sharon Mattice 20 Bill Kelly Lois Van Wagner 24 Jonathan Saxton 7 Judy Kennelly 25 Sheryl Mann 8 Brian Doody 26 Mark Wilson Barbara Walsh 27 Andrea Einhorn 10 Dylan Mitchell 11 Liz Normand 12 Debbie Smegielski Krystal Hale

September Anniversaries 10th Doug & Liz Patrick

26th Rev. Carmen & Diane Cavallaro

Sunday, September 13th is Sundae Sunday This is our registration for Sunday School, which will start on September 20th. We will serving up Big Dipper Ice Cream with all the fixings and information on our Sunday School Classes and Safe Church Policy. Come on the 13th and enjoy a Sundae while signing up for

Sunday School.

Join us for our Foster Grandparent Program at Paradigm Health Care Center. This

program will resume on October 4 and will be held the first Sunday of every month. We

will provide transportation. We leave church right after the announcements and return dur-

ing Coffee Hour. If you are interested in joining us, both children and adults, please see me

for a permission slip. Hope to see many of you join us.

COME SHOPPING!!!!!

THE ANNUAL PROSPECT CONGREGATIONAL

CHURCH, UCC

FALL FESTIVAL

OVER 50 CRAFTERS AND VENDORS

SEPTEMBER 19TH STARTING AT

11:00 am UNTIL 6:00 PM

AND

SEPTEMBER 20TH STARTING AT NOON UNTIL 5 pm

On the Prospect Green

SILENT AUCTION ON SATURDAY: 12:00-6:00

IN THE MEETING PLACE

WE WILL BE OFFERING FROM:

11AM-4PM (9/19) & 12PM-3PM (9/20) FREE GAMES AND CRAFTS FOR KIDS,

AGES 3-10, WHILE YOU SHOP. THE CHILDREN WILL BE ABLE TO MAKE CRAFTS, PLAY GAMES

AND WIN PRIZES

ALL WHILE YOU SHOP!!! THIS WILL BE HELD IN THE GRANGE

2ND FLOOR

Elegant Victorian Tea

The Evening Women’s Association of the Prospect Congregational Church cordially invites you to attend an elegant afternoon Victorian tea to be held on Saturday October 10, 2015 at 1 pm. The tea will be held at the Prospect Con-gregational Church, 25 Center St., Prospect, CT., and will feature three courses that will include homemade fancy sandwiches and desserts. A variety of deli-cious teas will be available and guests are encouraged to bring their favorite tea cup. Appropriate tea attire is encouraged and children may bring a doll or stuffed animal. All are welcome; men, women and children. The tea will also feature a silent auction and door prizes. Adult tickets are $15, $10 for children 10 and under. We encourage guests to purchase tickets in advance as seating is limited. Seating will only be availa-ble on the day of the event if there are unsold tickets. To purchase tickets in advance please call Sherie at 203-758-3867.

Calling all gardeners and lovers of fresh produce ...... Are you overrun with zucchini and up to your eyeballs in tomatoes? Do you love fresh vegetables to add to your meals? The MISSION BOARD is sponsoring a " Harvest Table" to accommodate your needs! A table will be set up outside of the church prior to worship. Donate your extra garden fare—vegetables, fruits, flowers or baked goods made from your harvest. Make a monetary donation which will benefit the MISSION BOARD funds. Thank you for your support of this farm to table to missions project.

The Prospect Congregational Church annual Carnival and Fall Festival Our Annual Carnival/Fall Festival will be held September 18, 19 and 20 on the Town Green and church parking lot. The fall festival will feature over 60 vendors and crafters as well as some businesses showcasing their products. On Saturday the 19th there will be a silent auction held from1 pm till 6 pm. Saturday will also feature many performances. Sunday the 20ththere will be a truck and motorcycle show along with the classic rock band "River Mud" from 2 PM till 6 PM. Come and spend the day shopping and eating and enjoying shows. The craft and vendor show is still accepting vendors and crafters just simply call 203-518-0098 all spots are free yes free!

Church World Service School Kits Last year we were able to send 135 school kits to children in the U,S. and around the world. We would love to beat that record this year. Assembling the kits is fun and not too expensive this time of year with all the back-to-school sales. If you put one together last year, can you do two this year? If everyone adds one more school kit to the number they did last year I bet we can make 150 this year! To assemble a school kit you will need; * One pair of metal scissors with rounded tips * Three 70-count spiral notebooks or notebooks totaling 210 pages (not loose leaf pa-per) * One 30 centimeter ruler (12 inches) * One hand-held pencil sharpener * One large eraser * Six new pencils with erasers * One box of 24 crayons (only 24) $2 for shipping cost It is important to follow the list carefully and not add extra items. All of these can be put into the school bag (provided by us) and left in the basket in the Narthex. Again thank you to our Congregation for making this a success.

PCC Senior Youth Group Car Wash Fundraiser The Prospect Congregational Church Senior Youth Group is hosting

a $5 Car Wash Fundraiser on 9/27/15 from 11am -2pm. in the PCC parking lot. This fundraiser will help the Senior Youth group attend

their National Youth Event July 26-30, 2016 in Orlando, FL.

PCC Spiritual Retreat

The Prospect Congregational Church, UCC will be sponsoring an adult retreat, hosted by David Bell and Erik Soderberg, at Silver Lake from Friday, 10/30 until Sunday, 11/01.

The purpose of the retreat is to strengthen the bonds of our fellow PCC members, and to share positive and inspirational stories about our church and its members, as well as personal memories our family and friends. Games and activities, as well as personal reflection and free time are also included in the weekend agenda.

The retreat will conclude following Worship Service that will be led by Dave in the Lodge where we will be staying at. The Service will be based on All Saints Day and will include Commun-ion.

The cost for the weekend event is $115 per person, with 50% of the cost being requested upon registration ($60). The remaining balance will be due the week before departure ($55). The event is a “first come, first serve” basis, with a minimum amount of 15 adults, and a maximum capacity of about 30.

Anyone who may be interested in participating for just the day on Saturday are also invited, with cost details to follow, depending on length of stay. The registration needs to go out as soon as possible in order to book a lodge. Please send in your deposit before September 10th, as time is of the essence. Make checks payable to PCC with Silver Lake Retreat as the memo.

If you want to participate in this great experience, please contact Erik at (203)525-7190, or the Church Office at (203)758-4872. Thank you all and God Bless

Holiday on the Hill Bazaar Prospect Congregational Church ‘on the green’ in Prospect will hold its annual holiday bazaar Friday, November 21st 6-9pm and Saturday, November 22nd 9am-2pm. New-to-you jewelry, holiday decorations, gift baskets, handmade crafts, homemade baked goods, jams, preserves, and candy. Fresh wreaths will also be available. Santa will also be available on Saturday, 10-1 for photos. Mrs. B’s Attic & Gifts, craft vendors and much more! Dinner items will be available on Friday night. Breakfast and lunch will be available on Saturday. Admission is free.

Call For Vendors Vendors are wanted for our Annual ‘Holiday on the Hill’ Bazaar to be held on November 20th 6 to 9 pm & November 21st 9am to 2pm at the Prospect Congregational Church, 25 Center Street, Prospect, CT. A wide variety of items will be for sale from over 30 tables of merchandise dis-played by many different vendors. Six foot tables are available for rental at $25 per table. Some spaces will be available with electrical outlets, on a first come basis. Vendors that are interested should reserve a table early as they always sell out. Call: Sheri at 203-758-0279 or Lois at 203-758-4896 for more information and a contract.

Elevator Finances - Treasurer, Sheryl F Mann

The elevator should be completed in September. The purpose of this monthly update is to inform the congregation on the financial status of paying for the elevator. The estimated cost for the elevator is $235,849.00; architect - $15,000, elevator $93,579.00, general contractor - $127,270. The estimated balance owed $134,139.72. We applied for a loan and have been approved from Ion Bank using the Morse account as collateral. When the elevator is completed we will owe the balance due. We will have to borrow approximately $125,000.00. The monthly loan payments will be approximately $980.00 for principal and interest. The elevator's yearly maintenance contract will be approximately $750 a year. The remainder of the elevator pledges are not due until the end of December. However, if we receive the outstanding pledges earlier then we will borrow less. If you have not made a pledge and would like to make a donation, please make the check to the church noting that it's for the elevator. Coming soon, the Elevator Fundraising Loan Committee.

Pen/Stylus Fundraiser We have ordered pens that also act as a stylus that you can use on all your tablets and phones. We have 6 colors and we are asking for a donation of $10 each or if you donate $35 you will receive 4 pens/stylus. If you purchase a plain stylus at a local office supply store they run from $12 and up. I will also be packaging them in 10's for members to take and sell. The pens are engraved with church information so people will remember where to go if they want another. This fundraiser could net the church as much as $4,500. They make great gifts for family and friends. More information is available out on the website. I am looking for church members to take small bags of 10 pens to sell to friends and family. I cannot do this alone! I have pens every Sunday at church. Thank you! Sandi Stewart

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

Deacon of the Month:

Peter

Creasey

1 10a Bible Study

2 3 4 5 4:30 Wedding Rehearsal

6 10a Worship 11a Coffee Hr 2p Farrell/Yankowski Wedding

7 Office Closed

Happy Labor

Day

8 10a Bible Study 7p BOT Mtg

9 10 11 12

13 Sundae Sunday

10a Worship 11a Coffee Hr

14 7p Committee Night 7p Deacons Mtg

15 No Bible Study

16 17 18 19

20 New Member

Sunday 10a Worship 1st Day of SS 11a Coffee Hr Gift Card Orders Due 6

21 7p Council Meeting

22 10a Bible Study

23 24 25 26

6p Confirmation

Lock-in

27 10a Worship Baptism 11a Coffee Hr/Casseroles 12:30 NVA Mtg

28 29 10a Bible Study

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September 2015