Lectionary Text for January 2023 – First Congregational United Church of Christ, Eugene OR

January 1
Cosmic Praise
Psalm 148

January 8
Possibilities Unfolding
Matthew 3:13-17

January 15
All That We Are
John 1:29-42

January 22
Called Together
Matthew 4:12-23

January 29
The Vision Beautiful
Matthew 5:1-12

What's Happening?

Calling Conversations ~ December 10, 13
Seeking your input! Let your voice be heard. Look for the Calling Conversation table to share your ideas with Transition Team members. Stop by after worship on December 3 and December 10, as well as Wednesday,...
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Women’s Fellowship Dec. 10
Celebrating the Yuletide season in multiple ways We look forward to the following gathering planned for December as we celebrate the yuletide season in multiple ways. We will have a candle lighting ceremony of remembrance. Please...
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Kids Community Update – December 2023
Thank you to the volunteers who are in the classroom on Sundays, and who take care of the space. Thank you to the volunteers that drop off gifts to the children like books and smiles. And...
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Soup, Singing, and Sweaters Dec. 13!
Find your favorite Christmas Sweater, make a pot of yummy soup, and warm up those vocal cords! Join us on Wednesday, December 13. Soup will be ready by 6 p.m. and carols will start soon after....
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Sierra Service Project 2024
We are headed back down to Del Norte County (Smith River, Redwoods), from July 21 – July 26. There are 10 youth slots available for middle school and high school youth, and 2-3 adult chaperone volunteer...
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Advent Candlelight Garden – Dec. 17
Wintertime in Oregon helps illuminate how the light and warmth that has been radiated externally throughout the seasons of spring, summer and fall can now be cultivated to radiate within us. A time of “Advent” is...
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Lay Discussion: Biblical Perspectives on Reproductive Choices ~ Dec. 17
What does the Bible say about family planning and abortion? Are there prochoice verses in the Bible? Two verses in the Torah are pro-choice, whereas one in the Wisdom Literature may or may not offer a...
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The Giving Tree – gifts due Dec. 18
As has been our tradition for many years, the Giving Tree will again provide opportunities to help the less fortunate in our community during this holiday season. The organizations we will help this year include the...
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Third Act Lunch ~ Monday, Dec. 18
The next Third Act lunch is scheduled for Monday, December 18 at 11:30 a.m., in the Fellowship Hall. Don Gall will present a discussion question for the group to consider. Please plan to sign up on...
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Christmas Eve services ~ Dec. 24
Sunday, December 24 10 a.m. Christmas Pageant and music, including bells and other special musical offerings 8 p.m. Lessons and Carols Candlelight Worship with Festival Choir and other special musical offerings...
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“Will the Real Jesus Please Stand Up!”
Advent 2023: December Adult Ed, Wheeler Room, Sundays at 9 a.m. Who was the historical Jesus, what is his meaning for us today, and how will the church of the future regard him? These and related questions...
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Hearing Support at First Congregational Church
Are you challenged to hear in the Sanctuary or the Wheeler Room or the Chapel? Whether you wear hearing aids or hope the microphones work (and are used by the speakers), it can be challenging for...
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Upcoming Events

Yoga with Paul
December 11, 2023 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Sandwich Making Tuesdays
December 12, 2023 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
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Men's Bible Study
December 13, 2023 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 am
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Soup, Singing, and Sweaters
December 13, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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Grief, Loss and Transition Support Group
December 13, 2023 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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Contemplative Prayer
December 14, 2023 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Festival Choir Rehearsal
December 16, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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Christmas Eve Worship
December 17, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
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Worship Service
December 17, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
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Advent Candlelight Garden
December 17, 2023 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
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The Third Act Luncheon
December 18, 2023 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
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Church Board
December 18, 2023 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
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Yoga with Paul
December 18, 2023 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Sandwich Making Tuesdays
December 19, 2023 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
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Men's Bible Study
December 20, 2023 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 am
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Contemplative Prayer
December 21, 2023 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
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