the quester - fairfield grace
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A Message from Pastor Cho:
The Quester Fairfield Grace United
Methodist Church
November
2019
Thoughts shared by Lee Del Vecchio, Co-Lay Leader,
on Laity Sunday with the congregation
It is a pleasure to be with you today on this Laity Sunday. I feel it is an honor to be Co-Lay Leader and
serve this church in our Christian journey together.
We come together every week, all of us are different from one another. All, have different jobs and
degrees. We have quite an assortment from lawyers to teachers. We have a professor, musician, nurses,
office workers and factory workers. No matter what walk of life or profession you have chosen, we all have
one thing in common and that is our LOVE of Christ and our Christian journey.
Our Christian education should be our most important, for that is the one that molds our lives. As we
turn to our faith for many decisions, we have to make it sustain us in our work place and our home life. It
started for me in my Sunday school classes. I learned compassion, thankfulness, kindness and giving early in
my life from my parents and my church. Our church education starts with the teaching of Christ when we
are young. We sing “Jesus Loves Me”. We learn the Lord’s Prayer, the Ten Commandments, the Affirmation
of Faith, the 23rd Psalm. We learn the love of God in Genesis. In John, we learn we are all one together.
We learn that God loves us so much that he gave His only Son. He loves us that much. To me that
was such a learning experience. Good Friday is very meaningful to me.
Out faith can be put into life stages: Childhood, Youth and, finally, Maturity. Our God is a God of love.
We try to follow him and try to put his teachings into our daily lives, no matter what vocation you have
taken. The love of God that you have received has motivated you to extend his love to our church. I have
said before, love lives in this church. It is just so evident in how you serve this church in the many different
positions and duties. Committee meetings, endless hours of reports, budget meetings and so many deci-
sions that have to be made by our choir director and her many duties, our choirs and their weekly practice
and service, our faithful ushers and Sanctuary Angels. In this church we have so many people doing just
what Christ wants us to do as we extend ourselves to the community as his disciples.
The more you know the depth of God’s love for you, the more your love for others will be deeper.
Once God’s love fills you, it will flow to others. And that is exactly what is happening here at Fairfield Grace.
You are passing and sharing your love from GOD TO ALL. Our church may be small, but our love and caring
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would fill a big church.
We work together in all our plans and ideas and spreading our wings to the surrounding
community by sharing what we have learned here at the church. Being kind, caring and bringing
love that we have from God to ALL people.
“We are here to love God and to love one another”.
God said “Your task is to build a better world”. I answered “How? The world is such a large
place, so complicated now and I am so small and useless. There is nothing I can do.” But, God in all
his wisdom said “Just build a better you.” Amen.
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Dick Albani, Sheila Muscott’s brother-in-law, health; Danny Lord, Marge Jenkins’ grand-son, extremely serious health concerns; Michael, (grandson of Bev Plucker) health con-cerns; Amy M. Thornton (granddaughter-in-law of Al and Jean Oneto), health concerns; Andy Larsen (Leah’s son), health concerns; David and his baby (Nancy Chavez’ brother) health concerns; Mel Holdsworth, health concerns; Liz Savage, health concerns; Warren and Pat Rozelle, health concerns; Tony Jacabacci (good friend of Dennis Robb), cancer surgery; Fredene and Pastor J, in Indiana; Sheila Iseppi (friend of Lee Del Vecchio), can-cer; Bill Cook (Jean Oneto’s cousin), severe brain hemorrhage; Stanley Block (Cindy’s fa-ther-in-law), health concerns; Paul Meyer, recovering from surgery on elbow; Campana family, birth of Ellery Carlyle Barrett Campana; Carol Waston, recovering from knee sur-gery at Jewish Home; Zeyn (Kristina Joukhadar’s daughter), recovering.
Prayer Concerns and Joys
Dorothy Albrecht (home); Pat Altieri (Parish Court); Ruth Citarella (Carolton), Emma Gil-bert (Seacrest), Ormie Gilbert (home), Elsie Kerekes (Crosby Commons), Leah Larsen (home), Barbara McCarthy (Juniper Hill Village), Michelle Molnar (Stern Village), George Pennell (Carolton), Dorothy Patterson (home), Liz Savage (home), Shirley Sims (Parish Court), Diana Stein (Jewish Home).
Homebound
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November 3 Hab 1:1-4, 2:1-4; Ps 119:137-144; 2 Thess 1:1-4; 11-12; Lk19:1-10
November 10 Hag 1:15b-2:9; Ps 145 1-5, 17-21; 2 Thess 2:1-5, 13-17; Lk 20:27-38
November 17 Isaiah 65:17-25; Isa 12 or Ps 118; 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13; Luke 21:5-19
November 24 Jeremiah 23:1-6; Luke 1:68-79; Colossians 1:11-20; Luke 23:33-43
Scripture Readings for November, 2019
Ushers
Team #1
Ed Stock
Bob Watson
Charlie Morris
Art Thomas
Fairfield Grace Families
in Our Prayers Week of:
Nov 3: Franklyn MacLean and Family, Barbara McCarthy, Pat McNally
Nov 10: Medlin family, Meyer family and Michelson family
Nov 17: Miller family, Jeanne Millett and Michelle Molnar
Nov 24: White/Monkman family, Charlie Morris and Sheila Muscott
Communion Steward
10:00 am Karen Benson
1:00 pm Helen Lee
Fellowship Hour
Worship Leaders
Nov 3: Nancy Chavez
Nov 10: Youth
Nov 17: Dennis Robb
Nov 24: Al Oneto (Consecration Sunday)
Please contact Georgina Holdsworth if you can
volunteer to help organize Fellowship Hour for any
Sunday at 203-335-7129,
Counters
Scott Pennell and Craig Michelson
Sunday School Teachers
Nov 3: Patty Jurgielewicz and Darlene Dowgiallo
Nov 10: Cindy Block
Nov 17: Nubia Jaramillo-Pennell and Bill Miller
Nov 24: Franklyn MacLean with Michelle Krancz
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IT’S COMING…
2019 Consecration Sunday Is Coming
Congregations that approach financial stewardship from a biblical perspective do not view the money Christians give to their church merely as a way to pay its bills. Rather, such congregations see financial con-tributions as a way to help people grow spiritually in their relationship with God by supporting their church’s mission and ministry with a percentage of their incomes.
Our congregation’s finance/stewardship teams have selected the New Consecration Sunday Stewardship Program, once again, as a way to teach the biblical and spiritual principles of generous giving in our stew-ardship education emphasis this year.
New Consecration Sunday is based on the biblical philosophy of the need of the giver to give for his or her own spiritual development, rather than on the need of the church to receive. Instead of treating people like members of a social club who should pay dues, we will treat people like followers of Jesus Christ who want to give unselfishly as an act of discipleship. New Consecration Sunday encourages people toward propor-tionate and systematic giving in response to the question, “What percentage of my income is God calling me to give?”
During morning worship on Consecration Sunday on November 24th, we are asking our attendees and members to make their financial commitments to our church’s missionary, benevolent, and educational ministries in this community and around the world.
Every attendee and member who completes an Estimate of Giving Card does so voluntarily by attending morning worship on Consecration Sunday. We urge people to attend who feel strongly opposed to com-pleting a card. The procedure is done in such a way that no one feels personal embarrassment if he or she chooses not to fill out a card.
We will do no home solicitation to ask people to complete cards. During morning worship our guest leader will conduct a brief period of instruction and inspiration, climaxed by members making their commitments as a confidential act of worship.
We will encourage participation in Consecration Sunday events through the Consecration Sunday team and church council members. Since we will make no follow-up visits to ask people to complete their cards, we will make every effort to inform, inspire, and commit everyone to attend Consecration Sunday worship.
Thanks in advance for your enthusiastic participation in Consecration Sunday events.
Franklyn Snook, Church Council Chair
Scott Stimpson, Consecration Sunday Chair
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Submissions to Bulletin Announcements and Friday e-News
All submissions are due to the church office at [email protected] by Tuesday at noon for that week’s editions. Thank you!
Deadline for the November Issue of the Quester is Wed., November 20
Pray Together for the Vital Mission and Ministries of the Church
Every morning at 9:30 am
We invite you to join us by praying from wherever you may be at 9:30 am every day
Pray as if everything depends on God.
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SUNDAYS at 9:00 am
Current Series
Led by Dennis Robb
“Ephesians: Biblical Commentary (Deeper Life)” by Joyce Meyer.
*After this series, the Sunday Bible Discussion Group will begin with the schedule below.
WEDNESDAYS at 10:10 am and THURSDAYS at 6:45 pm
Will follow the schedule below:
Ending on Wed, Nov 20: The Gospel of John
Sun, Dec 1—Sun, Dec 22: “The Wonder of Christmas”, by Rob Renfroe
Sun, Jan 5—Sun, Feb 9: “Fearless”, by Max Lucado
Sun, Feb 23—Sun, Mar 29: “Life-Changing Prayer”, by Jim Cymbala
Sun, Apr 19—Sun, May 24: “Short Stories by Jesus”, by Amy Jill Levine
All are welcome to join!
Please contact Sheila Muscott at 203-368-9199 or [email protected] with questions.
Discussion Groups will meet in Hood Parlor on
Wednesdays at 10:10 am, Thursdays at 6:45 pm
Adult Bible Study ~ 2019-2020
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outreach
Thanksgiving Basket Program
Please consider participating in this year's Thanksgiving food basket program to provide a meal to a family in need! Baskets and the shopping list will be provided after the service on October 27 and
November 3, and should be filled and returned by November 10th.
Coat Drive We are also collecting gently used coats, hats, gloves, and scarves for the Bridgeport Rescue Mission
Great Thanksgiving Project. Please bring all donations to church.
Contact Eric Monkman with any questions (607-379-3578 or [email protected])
ALL SAINTS DAY
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3
On Sunday, November 3 at the 10:00 am and 1:00 pm Worship Service,
we will be remembering all those that passed away last year.
Please contact Pastor Cho at 914-319-4241 with any names you would like to include.
Bowling Outing
Nov 2 ~ 2:00 pm
Nutmeg Bowl
All are invited to join this fun afternoon at Nutmeg Bowl.
Cost is $14 (includes 2 games of bowling and shoes). Meet at Nutmeg Bowl at 2:00 pm. Call Bill Miller with any questions at 203-367-2513.
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Parish Nurse Program at Fairfield Grace
Blood Pressure Screening on Sunday, Nov 3 following joint service
We are in the process of creating a Parish Nurse Program. The main goal of this program
is to work in collaboration with the church leaders to provide health promotion and
prevention services to the whole church community.
As your Parish nurse, I am prepared to play a variety of roles including educator,
counselor and advocate for individuals and families within our church.
I will be offering blood pressure screenings available for the whole
congregation every first Sunday of the month after service. Please feel
free to contact me with any questions or concerns you may have.
- Maria Restrepo
New Ministry at Fairfield Grace
Love to knit? Love animals? Shelter Animals Need Help
Anyone interested in knitting blankets for the Animal Shelters in the area,
please come and join us on Thursdays from 1:00—2:00 pm in Hood Parlor.
You may knit at home and bring in completed blankets to the church office.
Blankets should be 2 ‘x 3’ in acrylic yarn.
Thursdays at 1:00 pm in Hood Parlor
No knitting background necessary.
For more information, please contact the church office at
[email protected] or 203-374-6528
Pet Grief and Loss Support Group
There is a free pet grief and loss support group that is held once a month at the
Veterinary Emergency Referral Center on 123 West Cedar St. in Norwalk.
It is the first Wednesday of the month at 7:00 pm, no advance registration required.
It is facilitated by a licensed therapist.
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Spaghetti Dinner
4:45 PM—7:00 PM
November 9
Octagon Performance Group, a new non-profit performing arts organization,
will perform musical numbers for diners from 6:00 – 6:30 pm in the Sanctuary.
Please contact Charlene Brauns-Schindler, 203-371-5068. or at [email protected]
with any questions or if you can help out!
Wesley Circle
November 7 at 10:00 am
Next Meeting is Thursday, Nov 7 at 10:00 am in Hood Parlor at Fairfield Grace.
Serena Circle Women’s Book Group
Monday, November 11
at 7:00 pm in Hood Parlor
All women are welcome to join this group that meets on the
second Monday of the month.
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Eating Lunch Together: Let’s Go “Dutch” at Duchess!
Thurs., Nov 14 ~ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Are you eating lunch alone? Why not share a meal with Fairfield Grace Church friends every Third Thursday of the month between 11:30 am and 1:00 pm,
at the Duchess Restaurant on Black Rock Turnpike.
Come and see who will be waiting for YOU.
2020 Medicare Session
Wednesday, November 13 at 12:00 noon
in Fellowship Hall
The Susanna Ladies Circle and Pastor Cho will host
Nancy Lombard (Medicare CHOICE counselor)
at Fairfield Grace to speak about Medicare
and answer any questions you may have.
Bring a brown bag lunch!
Contact Georgina (203-335-7129 or [email protected]) with questions.
We welcome all to this informative session!
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Monday Night Faith Journey
with Light Dinner in Tremayne Hall
6:30 pm—8:00 pm
ALL ARE WELCOME
November 18
“Love and Joy” by Randy Fraser
DECEMBER/JANUARY BREAK
February 24
“Walking with Others in the Wilderness” by Rob Renfoe
March 30
“Walking with God in the Wilderness” by Rob Renfoe
April 27
“Coming Out of the Wilderness” by Rob Renfoe
May 25
John Wesley, Our Methodist Founder
Contact Sheila Muscott with any questions
203-368-9199 or [email protected]
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Susanna Circle
Wednesday, Dec 18 and Sunday, January 12
The Susanna Ladies Circle will meet on December 18 at 12:00 noon in Tremayne Hall. We will be writing Christmas cards to the Church shut-ins and anyone else in need of
cheer. Please bring a bagged lunch. Drinks and dessert will be provided.
Also, mark your calendars now for the Blahs lunch on January 12 after the morning service (weather permitting).
See Georgina at church, or 203-335-7129, or [email protected]
with any questions.
Thanksgiving Holiday Meal
Thurs., Nov 28 at 1:00 PM
Fairfield Grace will host a Thanksgiving meal with all the trimmings for any members or friends of the church that would like to join us
at this holiday gathering.
Menu includes: Turkey, Mashed Potatoes, Beet Salad, Sweet Potatoes
Pumpkin Pie and Pecan Pie
Please feel free to bring something such as drinks or another type of salad to share.
Contact Anne in the office at 203-374-6528 to RSVP or with any questions.
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01 Jim Peters
03 Marge Hood
07 Bill Llewellyn 08 Paige Sherwood 12 Jacqueline Sugrue
13 Paul Stein 16 Peter Lowerson
18 Eugene Deneutte
21 Chris Lopes
21 Barbara Pennell
21 Charlene Brauns-Schindler
25 Indiana Whiteman
26 Fredene Daeschner
26 David Suh
November Birthdays
Nov 24 Jean & Al Oneto 63 yrs
November Anniversaries
P. Noble Flower Ministry at FGUMC is Blooming!
Trader Joe’s in Fairfield on Black Rock Turnpike generously donates excess flowers to the
church every week for Sunday services. The donation is picked up and arranged in vases by
the efforts of John and Pat Bailey and Karen Benson. Our thanks to Trader Joe’s and this
new ministry (called P. Noble Flower Ministry) at Fairfield Grace. Special thanks to
John and Pat Bailey for creating this new ministry here at our church.
We hope people continue to enjoy these flowers
at Sunday services and share them by
distributing to FRAN that cannot be here at
church or are in need of a little cheer.
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Counseling Services available at FGUMC
Career - Personal - Pet Loss
Regina Heidl, MS Counseling and Human Resources
To schedule an appointment, please contact the church office and leave contact
information at [email protected] or 203-374-6528
Altar Flowers
Sponsoring altar flowers is a beautiful way to honor loved ones, mark
special life events such as birthdays, wedding anniversaries, baptism,
confirmation, memory or a thanksgiving for life’s blessings.
Please see the sign-up sheet on the office door or contact the church
office (203-374-6528 or [email protected])
to sponsor an arrangement.
Children’s Time at
10:00 am Service
Pastor Cho
with Micaela Ditgen-Jaramillo and
Brenna Conroy
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Consider a Bequest to Fairfield Grace in Your Will
Your gifts to Fairfield Grace ensure the means to continue the mission and ministry of the church into the fu-
ture. Members and friends are encouraged to make a bequest in a Will to benefit the church or specific minis-
tries of the church.
Ways to designate the amount of your bequest:
Specific Dollar Amount,
I give, devise and bequest to Fairfield Grace United Methodist Church located at 1089 Fairfield Woods
Road Fairfield, CT the sum of ________ dollars ($ _______) {or specifically described personal or real
property} for its general uses and purposes. [The bequest can also designate
specific ministries or purposes for its use.]
Specific Percentage,
I give; devise and bequest to Fairfield Grace United Methodist Church located at 1089 Fairfield Woods
Road Fairfield, CT an amount equal to ___ percent (__ %) of the value of my gross or net estate, both
real and personal for its general uses and purposes. [The bequest can also designate specific ministries
or purposes for its use.]
Residual Bequest,
I give; devise and bequest to Fairfield Grace United Methodist Church located at 1089 Fairfield Woods
Road Fairfield, CT the entire residue of my estate, both real and personal for its general uses and
purposes. [The bequest can also designate specific ministries or purposes for its use.]
The bequest can be added as a codicil/attachment to your current Will. If you don’t have a Will the State of
Connecticut will determine who receives your estate after your death. Anyone that owns a house should have a
Will if they know who they want to receive their remaining estate. It will also keep the cost of settling the
estate down.
(These are suggestions and should be approved by your attorney.)
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Trunk or Treat ~ October 25
Animal Blessing Service ~ October 26
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Bell Choir October, 2019
Art Thomas’ 96th birthday
Youth Connection Ministry
in honor of Nick Leppla...
preparing letters to send to our youth
away at school
Nicholas Sharpe’s
Baptism
Altar on
World Communion
Sunday
October, 2019
Welcoming New Members
Maria and Miguel Restrepo and
Anne Ewing
Pat Altieri’s 90th birthday
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