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Sunday: Worship 9 am and First Day School Sunday, December 11, Ministry & Counsel, 10:30 Sunday, December 18 , 9 AM, Christmas Pageant, Breakfast Following Saturday, December 24, 7:00 PM Christmas Eve Service Sunday, December 25 , 9 AM Worship...

Carol Munger Sunday: Worship 9 am and First Day School Sunday, December 11, Ministry & Counsel, 10:30 Sunday, December 18 , 9 AM, Christmas Pageant, Breakfast Following Saturday, December 24, 7:00 PM Christmas Eve Service Sunday, December 25 , 9 AM Worship Service Saturday, December 31, 5 PM Pot Luck at Mattapoisett Meeting It's Supper Time! Here is the Schedule for the Allen's Neck Sunday Suppers 4:00 PM Sit-Down; 5:00 PM Take-Out Sunday, January 8 : Roast Pork with Dressing Sunday, Feb 12: Creamed Codfish (a favorite!) Sunday, March 11: Corned Beef and Cabbage. Sunday, April 15: Chicken and Gravy. tag:www.allensneck.org,2011://1.253 2011-12-09T01:13:03Z 2011-12-09T01:15:37Z

We hold in the Light Jim and Charlotte Murphy on the birth of great grand daughter Ayva Charlotte Yarde, November 10, 2011...

Carol Munger We hold in the Light Jim and Charlotte Murphy on the birth of great grand daughter Ayva Charlotte Yarde, November 10, 2011 ]]> tag:www.allensneck.org,2011://1.252 2011-12-09T01:07:41Z 2011-12-09T01:10:04Z

Please join us on Thursday evenings, beginning on January 19th, from 6:30 - 8:00 pm for a book study/writing group. We plan to explore our faith and spiritual journey through reading and writing. The idea is to split our time...

Carol Munger Grace (Eventually): Thoughts on Faith by Anne Lamott, "a poignant, funny and bittersweet primer in faith." Copies are available at most libraries, local book stores, and on Amazon. If anyone needs assistance with purchasing a copy, please let us know. We hope this sounds interesting and enjoyable to you. If interested, or if you have any questions, please let us know soon. This is a work in progress. With everyone's input and guidance, we feel sure this will be a fun, soul-searching, weekly get-together that will deepen our relationship with God and ourselves. Heather Reed (508-636-0536) or heatherhreed@gmail.com Charlie Morse (774-365-9700) or charlesmorse08@gmail.com ]]> tag:www.allensneck.org,2011://1.251 2011-12-09T01:01:45Z 2011-12-09T01:07:14Z

Minutes from Monthly Meeting for Business December 4 , 2011 Treasurer's Report: The Meeting has received donations in memory of Jean Parsons. Ministry and Counsel: The Committee encourages all attenders to write down favorite hymns and give them to Charlie....

Carol Munger Minutes from Monthly Meeting for Business December 4 , 2011 Treasurer's Report: The Meeting has received donations in memory of Jean Parsons. Ministry and Counsel: The Committee encourages all attenders to write down favorite hymns and give them to Charlie. Parsonage: Jeff Schmalz presented a timeline out lining the current legal situation at the parsonage. Nominating Committee: Stan Stopka, Michael Harrison, and Lindelle OKeefe ask that anyone in the meeting who would like to either get placed on, or removed from a particular committee please contact one of them in the next month. All committees should be aware that at the next Monthly Meeting , January 22, they will be required to present their Annual Report as well as the usual monthly report to the meeting. Copies of the Annual report can be made to save time during the Meeting. Bill Reed asks that any committee convenor who has business to put before the Meeting please alert him two weeks in advance when possible. Meeting will extend an invitation to Inter-Church Council to have a "Round Table" discussion of Inter-Church Council policies with members and attenders of Allen's Neck Meeting some time in January. Meeting agreed on Christmas gifts for its employees. ]]> tag:www.allensneck.org,2011://1.250 2011-12-09T00:54:35Z 2011-12-09T01:00:33Z

The season of Christmas Light is upon us. The abundance of colored, flashing and glittering lights serve as a good reminder to check on the light within us. The Yuletide frenzy of carrying out familiar and comforting traditions can obscure...

Carol Munger John Greenleaf Whittier was born in 1807 the son of two devout Quakers. He grew up on the farm and had little formal schooling. He was a Quaker devoted to social causes and reform. Whittier worked passionately for a series of abolitionist newspapers and magazines.]]> tag:www.allensneck.org,2011://1.249 2011-10-29T01:33:02Z 2011-10-29T01:42:07Z

Dinner Time! The Ways and Means Committee is cooking up a Chicken and Gravy Dinner for 4:00 PM on Sunday November 6. There will be take out dinners after 5:00. For more information call Ann Mason, 508-636-5517....

Carol Munger Dinner Time! The Ways and Means Committee is cooking up a Chicken and Gravy Dinner for 4:00 PM on Sunday November 6. There will be take out dinners after 5:00. For more information call Ann Mason, 508-636-5517. tag:www.allensneck.org,2011://1.248 2011-10-29T01:29:33Z 2011-10-29T01:32:46Z

The Time Has Come to Say Goodbye Since 2003, Wendy Howland, Sharon Wypych and I have been “publishing” the Allen’s Neck Newsletter. We were sorry to lose Sharon’s help in 2007. Now it is time for Wendy and me...

Carol Munger The Time Has Come to Say Goodbye Since 2003, Wendy Howland, Sharon Wypych and I have been “publishing” the Allen’s Neck Newsletter. We were sorry to lose Sharon’s help in 2007. Now it is time for Wendy and me to clean out our desks and make room for another team to carry on the tradition. Our last issue will be December 2011. Heather Reed has volunteered to be part of the new team. Please contact Heather and tell her you will join her in this endeavor. Carol Munger ]]> tag:www.allensneck.org,2011://1.247 2011-10-29T01:27:37Z 2011-10-29T01:29:20Z

Ministry and Counsel Ministry and Counsel will be meeting the second Sunday of the month after Meeting for Worship. Ministry and Counsel reminds us all to inform Charlie or Ministry and Counsel of anyone who needs pastoral care....

Carol Munger Ministry and Counsel Ministry and Counsel will be meeting the second Sunday of the month after Meeting for Worship. Ministry and Counsel reminds us all to inform Charlie or Ministry and Counsel of anyone who needs pastoral care. tag:www.allensneck.org,2011://1.246 2011-10-29T01:23:55Z 2011-10-29T01:27:07Z

Haiti Relief Still Needed !My name is Corey Gifford, a Clinical Psychology Doctoral student who has been to Haiti four times so far and will be returning in December. In my current work in Haiti, I am working with...

Carol Munger Haiti Relief Still Needed !My name is Corey Gifford, a Clinical Psychology Doctoral student who has been to Haiti four times so far and will be returning in December. In my current work in Haiti, I am working with the Haitian American Caucus (HAC) Haiti to develop programs for children to help manage stress. Some of the programs I am developing are after school programs that incorporate yoga, soccer, stretching, music, dance, breathing, meditation, and art. The after school programs at HAC are just some of the many wonderful programs that help their community in Croix-des-Bouquet, Haiti. Used Supplies Needed:Computers, Laptops and Digital Cameras Extra large duffle bags and extra large suitcases National Geographic Magazines for children to make paper beads. Jewelry making materials for children to sell and make necklaces to raise money in the US. Art Supplies, Soccer Equipment, Folding Tables, Benches and Chairs Outdoor Announcement Board or Materials to build a Board for the School Tools (hammers…), extension cords, rope and fabric… Fencing and Shelving Material Children’s Summer Shoes Monetary donations for supplies and program expenses needed for my Work in Orphanages and Schools: Art supplies, soccer balls, very large jump ropes, exercise balls, small CD boom boxes with battery capability, C batteries, pencils, small pencil sharpeners, erasers, washable crayons and markers, children’s scissors, chalk, composition note books, backpacks, prizes for classrooms, hand sanitizer, hand soap, building supplies to construct outdoor classrooms… Used SUVs and trucks for tax deductions are needed by many non-profit organizations that I work with. Thank you to all the people who have given monetary and item donations. Contact Corey Gifford at (774) 526-8323, coreygifford1@gmail.com, PO Box 3359, Westport, MA 02790 ]]> tag:www.allensneck.org,2011://1.245 2011-10-29T01:22:23Z 2011-10-29T01:23:40Z

We Hold In The Light The Family of Jean Parsons, who died October 22, 2011 . Betsy Acheson, Recovering from surgery....

Carol Munger We Hold In The Light The Family of Jean Parsons, who died October 22, 2011 . Betsy Acheson, Recovering from surgery. tag:www.allensneck.org,2011://1.244 2011-10-29T01:20:11Z 2011-10-29T01:21:33Z

Minutes from Monthly Meeting for Business October 23, 2011 Meeting for business began at 10:30 AM with a period of unprogrammed worship. Eighteen people attended. Bill Reed presided as clerk. Pastor’s report. Craig Lindell and Tom Flanagan will be leading...

Carol Munger Minutes from Monthly Meeting for Business October 23, 2011 Meeting for business began at 10:30 AM with a period of unprogrammed worship. Eighteen people attended. Bill Reed presided as clerk. Pastor’s report. Craig Lindell and Tom Flanagan will be leading worship on Sunday, October 30th . Buildings and Grounds: The committee has addressed the difficulty we were having with the hot water heater in the social hall. Jim Munger has posted a manual for trouble shooting any problems we might have with the hot water heater in the future. tag:www.allensneck.org,2011://1.243 2011-10-29T01:16:23Z 2011-10-29T01:19:39Z

Hello Everybody, Now that we’ve had a welcome tea I am feeling officially settled. I am looking forward to the end of my classes at Andover Newton in December as I have been feeling a little over committed and have...

Carol Munger Hello Everybody, Now that we’ve had a welcome tea I am feeling officially settled. I am looking forward to the end of my classes at Andover Newton in December as I have been feeling a little over committed and have found myself with occasional anxiety between my work at School , Grace Episcopal Church and Allen’s Neck. One less thing on my plate will be a welcome change. By the time you are reading this we will have said our final goodbyes to Jean Parsons. As a new comer to the meeting I didn’t get the opportunity to know Jean, just one meeting in the hospital, but I have learned that while she may no longer be a presence on one of the benches, she is a strong presence in the collective heart of the meeting. I have not gotten the impression you all need reminders, but lets do remember the large and small kindnesses we can provide for those who will miss her the most. I am excited with the coming of my first Christmas season at Allen’s Neck. I know you will be patient with me as I learn your Christmas customs, don’t hesitate to offer direction, for the most part I take it well. Heather Reed has suggested a Book and Writing Group to start in the new year; we have talked about using one of Anne Lamott’s books. Let one of us know if you would be interested in joining. My last item is a hope that as we work together in the coming months our dreams and yearnings will become a part of the future we imagine. Happy to be here. Charlie tag:www.allensneck.org,2011://1.242 2011-04-03T01:37:24Z 2011-04-03T01:50:58Z

First Day School: Saturday, April 23 at the Meetinghouse: Easter Egg Hunt 11:00 am Hot Dogs for Lunch at 12:00. Followed by Fun and Games. Sundays 9:00 am: Worship service and first Day School. Allen's Neck has received several applications...

Carol Munger Saturday, April 9 - 6:00 pm Pot Luck and Conversation with Pam Cole. Sunday, April 10, 9:00am Message by Pam Cole Saturday, April 16 - 6:00 pm Pot Luck Supper and Conversation with Charlie Morse. Sunday, April 17, 9:00 am: Message by Charlie Morse Saturday, April 23, 6:00 pm Pot Luck Supper and conversation with Noah Baker-Merrill Sunday April 24, 9 am Message by Noah Baker-Merrill Sunday , April 17, 4:00 pm - Chicken and Gravy Supper ]]> tag:www.allensneck.org,2011://1.241 2011-04-03T01:34:01Z 2011-04-03T01:37:08Z

We Hold in the Light: The Family of James W. Acheson, who died March 19, 2011. Betty Amaral recovering from surgery....

Carol Munger We Hold in the Light: The Family of James W. Acheson, who died March 19, 2011. Betty Amaral recovering from surgery. ]]> tag:www.allensneck.org,2011://1.240 2011-04-03T01:31:08Z 2011-04-03T01:33:42Z

First Day School You may have noticed the flurry of colorful activity in the social hall. The First Day School children have been creating mounds of artwork to illustrate their book. Inspired by Reverend Martin Luther King Jr. and Dawn...

Carol Munger We have a dream that all nature is treated with respect and that animals and plants have space to live and grow. We have a dream that everyone will work together to make a better world. We have a dream that everyone will feel that they are equal to everyone else. ]]>