A weekly newsletter from United Methodist Church of Lenox
Rev. Nami Yu, Pastor
Notes from our Pastor
Pastor's absence this week
Tuesday through Thursday
Pastor is out of town for three days (October 8-10) attending the provisional leadership academy in North Andover, MA. For pastoral concerns, you may email Pastor (lenoxumc@gmail.com). Please pray for a safe trip!
This Sunday's Worship Service
Blessing of the Animals
In order to bless your animals, please bring a picture of your pet who is currently living with you, passed away or any stuffed animals that are meaningful for you. We will display them at the altar or project them on the screen during the worship service. You may send a photo of your animals to the church email (umcl@verizon.net). After the worship service, in the parking lot, Pastor will offer a blessing prayer for your animals if you want. We encourage you to let pets stay outside of the sanctuary during the service in respect for people who might have an allergy or sickness. You also may invite your friends or family who may want to bring their pets,too.
Bishop's Day
Sunday afternoon, October 13, 2-5 p.m.
Central Korean UMC
2 Midwood Farm Rd., E. Hampton, CT
Come meet our new bishop! Bishop Sudarshana Devadhar is anxious to meet the clergy and laity of the New England Annual Conference. These "meet and greets" are an opportunity to share your hopes, dreams and visions for our church and to get to know Bishop Devadhar better through informal dialogue.
All are welcome.
Upcoming Sunday Services
October 20, 10-11 a.m. Contemporary Worship
October 27, 10-11 a.m. A celebration of Infant Baptism for William Nutbrown
Psalm 118:24
This is the day that the Lord has made;
let us rejoice and be glad in it.
Church Schedule
Thursday, October 10
Pastor's away for PLA
Prayer Shawl Knitters at Church on the Hill
1:30 PM
Trustees
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Friday, October 11
Worship at Devonshire Estates
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Greeting Card Ministry
12:15 PM - 2:15 PM
Sunday, October 13
ChristianEducation
8:45 AM - 9:45 AM
Worship Service: Blessing of Animals
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Hospitality Committee Meeting
11:15 AM - 12:45 PM
District Event: Bishop's Day at East Hampton, CT
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Monday, October 14
Columbus Day
Tag Sale(accepting donations)
Tuesday, October 15
Tag Sale(accepting donations)
Clergy Meeting for Thanksgiving, St. Ann's
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Bible Study2
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday, October 16
Tag Sale (accepting donations)
Bible Study1
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Gospel Gang
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
UMC of Lenox
Thursday, October 17
Tag Sale
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Friday, October 18
Tag Sale
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Saturday, October 19
Tag Sale
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sunday, October 20
Christian Education
8:45 AM - 9:45 AM
Contemporary Worship Service
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Christian Education
Join us as we read and discuss
"How Happiness Happens”
October 13--November 17 at 8:45 a.m.
before our worship service
Do you feel happy? How long has it been since you felt a level of contagious, infectious, unflappable, unstoppable happiness? Maybe your answer is, "All the time." If so, God bless you. For many of us the answer is, "Well, it's been a while. I used to be happy, but then life took its toll. "Only one-third of Americans surveyed said they were happy. How can this be? Education is accessible to most. We've made advancements in everything from medicine to technology, yet 66 percent of us can't find an adequate reason to check the "yes" box on the happiness questionnaire. Worldwide, people profess that happiness is their most cherished goal. Marketers get this. "Want to be happy?" they ask. Eat at this restaurant, drive this car, wear this dress. Happiness happens when you lose the weight, get the date, find the mate, or discover your fate. It's wide, this way to happiness. Yet, for all its promise, it delivers a fragile joy; here one day, tomorrow scattered by the winds of comparison, disappointment, or unmet expectations. In this book Max shares the unexpected path to a lasting happiness, one that produces reliable joy in any season of life. Based on the teachings of Jesus and backed by modern research, How Happiness Happens presents a surprising but practical way of living that will change you from the inside out.
Do you have an event to share? Email details to box1655@yahoo.com; deadline is
Tuesday at 5 p.m. All art work, flyers and photos must be in jpeg format.
