Dear Friends - 

November will be a busy month at Grinnell UCC! We need lots of help with several new church and community-building projects. Please email erin@grinnellucc.org to sign up for an hour or two. 

Sunday, November 4, 11:30 am – 2:00 pm. Set up the Prayground. We will roll out the rugs, set up shelving, and unpack and set up toys, books, and quiet activities. We'll provide a light lunch. Those participating in Take Away Hunger will be able to leave in time to get to Elks Lodge.

Thursday, November 15, 1-5 pm. Decorate for Christmas!  Children and the young-at-heart are invited to join us for a fun afternoon of fellowship as we prepare for Christmas. We will decorate Friendship Hall and one of the city Christmas trees. We have some decorations; please consider bringing any that you no longer need.

Friday, November 16, 5-8 pm. Jingle Bell Holiday! We are excited to open our doors for this annual Grinnell celebration. We need help with set-up, clean-up, and monitoring activity stations. For details and to sign up, visit https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0D48AFAF22A1FA7-jingle (or call Erin)

Friday, November 30 and Saturday, December 1, times TBD.  Queer College Conference. We are looking church representatives to greet conference delegates. Familiarity with our legacy as an open and affirming congregation, as well as an understanding of queer culture, would be an asset. Members of the LGBTQ community are especially encouraged to attend. 

Please call or email Erin with any questions or to sign up. Thank you for all the ways that you offer your time, talent, and treasure to Grinnell UCC. 

With gratitude, 
Erin 

Erin Bustin
Lead Organizer