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The 5th Annual

Bruce E Hartel

Memorial Antique Car Show

Sunday, August 27th

September 24, 2017

Worship begins at

9:30 a.m.

“THE

BELFRY”

HUNTINGTON CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 19 Church Street

Shelton, Connecticut 06484

Phone - 203.929.1223

Website: www.huntingtonucc.org E-mail: [email protected]

The Rev. Lucille L. Fritz, Minister

James T. Bruni, Minister of Music

Kirsten E. Keith, Director of Christian Ed

Karen S. Boroski, Editor/Office Manager

From Our Minister…

Dear Folks,

Summer has certainly flown by. The old

saying is so true, “Time waits for no one.”

Minutes, hours, days, weeks, month, years,

and decades pass. One day you are a school

kid, the next a senior citizen.

Each passing year brings change and uncertainty. But, no matter the

change or uncertainty, God, who transcends time and space is

constant.

With God in our lives and in our hearts, we can face the days with

hope and strength. And, in Christ, we know that God wants what is

best for each one of us, an abundant life. So, that is up to us to

embrace this life, working not just for ourselves, but for all

humanity, so others may have a chance for that abundance as well.

It is using the time we have to enjoy life, to live life to the fullest,

to give with grace and love with passion.

“Time waits for no one” is true, but, we can make the most of the

time we have, trusting in God, and showing God’s love throughout

the whole of our lives.

In Christ’s love,

Rev. Lucille

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NEW MEMBERS’ CLASS

Rev. Lucille will be holding a new members’ class following worship on Sunday, September 24 in the library. Even if you are a not so new member, but would like to brush up on church essentials, stop on by! All are welcome!

BRUCE E. HARTEL MEMORIAL

5th ANNUAL ANTIQUE CAR SHOW

Sunday, August 27, 2017 12:00 PM – 4:00PM Huntington Congregational Church, UCC parking lot,

19 Church Street, Shelton, CT

(across from the Huntington Green)

All antique vehicles welcome (1987 and prior) All car clubs and individual owners are encouraged to attend

People’s Choice Awards – Voting closes at 3:00PM Demonstrations/‘Show and Tell’ encouraged throughout the day

NO ADMISSION FEE

Donations accepted and appreciated - to benefit

American Cancer Society

and

Huntington Congregational Church, UCC

Bruce E. Hartel Memorial Organ Fund

Food and drinks will be available for purchase

Free parking for spectators.

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Any questions, please contact Robin Hartel- 203-929-7689

or email: [email protected]

Please call Robin if you can help!

ALL CHURCH OUTDOOR WORSHIP & PICNIC

On Sunday, September 17th, we will enjoy an OUTDOOR

WORSHIP SERVICE AT 11 AM followed by the

ALL CHURCH PICNIC located at the Parsonage:

160 Huntington Street.

ALL ARE WELCOME!

JUST A REMINDER…

HCCUCC Website: www.huntingtonucc.org

HCCUCC Blog: http://huntingtonucc.blogspot.com/

Like us on Facebook!!

THE CHOIR NEW and Returning Members

The Choir welcomes new members! No experience is

necessary. Rehearsals will resume for previous and new

members at 7:15 p.m. on Thursday, September 21, 2017 in the

Sanctuary. The Choir will begin singing in worship on Rally

Sunday, September 24th.

Come and join this dedicated group!

Huntington Congregational Church, UCC

Sunday School Registration 2017-2018

Name of Parent(s)/Guardians(s)________________________________

Address___________________________________________________

Phone_______________________

E-mail address______________________________________________

Please complete one section for each child you are registering:

Child's name:_______________________________________________

Date of birth _______________ Age________ Grade_______

Allergies/Medical/Developmental

Information:_______________________________________________

Special Interests/activities:____________________________________

Child's name:______________________________________________

Date of birth _______________ Age________ Grade_______

Allergies/Medical/Developmental

Information:_______________________________________________

Special Interests/activities:____________________________________

Child's name:_______________________________________________

Date of birth _______________ Age________ Grade_______

Allergies/Medical/Developmental

Information:_______________________________________________

Special Interests/activities:____________________________________

Designated individuals who will be allowed to pick up your child from

HCCUCC and their relationship to your child.

__________________________________________________________

Sunday Worship

&

Where? 160 Huntington Street (Parsonage) When? September 17, 2017

Time? Worship at 11 a.m.

Picnic to follow worship service

$5- Per person

or

$10- Per family

Come for lunch and fun activities!!!

Hot dogs, hamburgers and drinks will be provided

Please bring your favorite dish- salads, fruit, desserts

Whatever your specialty is!!!

RSVP by September 13th

Feel free to bring blankets and lawn chairs

If you have any questions please call

The church office 203-929-1223

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Name:_______________________________________________

Adults___________

Children_________ Total $_______________

Will bring:_________________________________________

I am willing: To grill ___________ Help set up_________

Help clean-up_____

A few slots open:

Huntington Center Nursery School

(HCNS)

Extended Day Available

ENROLLING NOW

Contact our Director,

Linda Rizzitelli

at

203-929-7197 for a visit

Huntington Center Nursery School

19 Church Street, Shelton, CT

HuntingtonCenterNurserySchool.com

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We congratulate James Liddel & Carrie Potter on

their nuptials August 12, 2017. James is the son of

Mary Jane & Bob Liddel.

“Dear the Huntington Congregational Church,

Thank you so much for your generosity in giving out these

scholarships. I will be attending Northeastern University in the

upcoming Fall to pursue a Computer Engineering degree. As college

costs increase exponentially and annually, and I look over the long list

or required items for college, I am even more grateful for the church’s

generosity. Thank you again for your vote of confidence in my future.

Sincerely,

David Keith”

“To whom it may concern,

Thank you for the scholarship. This scholarship helps tremendously

with the books I need to continue my education. Once again thank you

very much.

- Quinton Hongo”

“Hi Everyone,

I want to thank you all for the scholarship for school! With prices of

books and tuition continuously going up, every bit counts and I am

fortunate to count on all your generosity. Being up at UConn from my

church family is hard, but I keep you all in my thoughts as I move

forward though the rest of this year and always. I am excited to see a

light at the end of the tunnel and that light with be reached (fingers-

crossed no bumps) in 3 semesters! Miss you all and thank you again!

Joyful Love,

Ace Ricker

(Thank you continued)

“I just wanted to thank the Church Council for rewarding me with

a scholarship. That money will be used to purchase my school

books for the semester.

Thank you again, Matthew Zelanin”

NEIGHBORS IN NEED

Neighbors in Need helps make another world possible. Please

give generously to support this annual UCC offering.

Envelopes will be in the pews on October 1st and can also be

found in the alcove. Donations may also be made through EFT.

This offering will be collected on Sunday, October 8th.

Would You Like to Help?

Every Sunday we need Greeters, Ushers and folks to take care

of Refreshments for Fellowship Hour.

If you are able to participate in any of these areas, please

contact Linda Sember at 203 929-5853.

WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP NEWS

Gifts of the Heart School Supplies Needed

HCC-UCC Women’s Fellowship will be participating in filling

the Gifts of the Heart school bag kits in the spring of next year.

Children’s School Bags are always needed by Church World

Service, who will distribute these to needy children here in our

country and around the world.

Since school supplies are readily available and reasonable as we

prepare our children for school, while shopping for your children, can

you help our WF fill our goal of 50 school kits by donating one or

more of the following items:

Items needed for each kit are:

~ 3 spiral notebooks-70 count ~1 pair blunt scissors (rounded)

~ 1 hand-held pencil sharpener ~ 6 new pencils w/erasers

~ 1 12” ruler (30 centimeters) ~1 box 24 crayons (only 24)

~ 1 large eraser

Please leave any gifts in the CWS Box in Fellowship Hall.

Many thanks for your help with our mission project.

Laura Salvio,

Material Aids ~~ 203-925-0756

PUMPKIN & HOLLY FAIR Friday, November 17, 2017

5:30 P.M. – 8:00 P.M.

Saturday, November 18, 2017

9:30 A.M. – 2:30 P.M.

There are many opportunities for everyone to make the Pumpkin & Holly Fair a success.

We are looking for a Chairperson for the Christmas Fantasy. Also, help is needed for jams & jellies, candy makers, and soup makers.

Interested in making Christmas crafts? Crafters are meeting every Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. in Reuman House. No experience necessary.

Let us know where you are interested in helping. Future Belfry articles will talk about other areas of the fair where volunteers are needed. It takes many workers to make our fair a success. Please plan to join us and share in the fellowship.

Pumpkin & Holly Fair Co-Chairs: Terri Johnston, Justine Connery, Judy Tucker, Jaqui Olivo

NOTICE

TO ALL COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS

All budgets are due to the Trustees Co-Chairs

NO LATER THAN

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2017.

Prayer List

Marion Fairbanks Gertrude Wilson

Barbara Grisgraber Lydia Fritz

Ruth Johnston Rich Steinis

Anne Pocevic Donald Gallant

Sandy L. Joan Chonko

Chris Schoennagel Mary Glynn

Joan Risner Juli Lindsay

Terri Haliy Bill Comcowich

Seth Dallaire Bob

Ted K. Faith E.

Emily M. RJ Sember

Gail Pivarnik Irma Geher

Don McEwen Tom Symski

Muriel Csire Jessica Tillson

Barbara Ann Walls

Michelle Parker-Baricko

Elizabeth Smith

Arlene & Steve Grey

Danny & Sue Schmitt

September 24, 2017

Worship begins at

9:30 a.m.

Congratulations to the following couples who will

celebrate wedding anniversaries in September:

4 Pat & Frank Keegan, Jane & Tom Ryder

5 Jean & Charles Vollaro

8 Pat & John Balkonis

15 Cindy & Jeffrey Kane

18 Arlene & Steven Grey

20 Sue & Dan Schmitt, Linda & Bill Simics

22 Linda & Gordon Harris

to the following who will celebrate

during the month of September:

1 Charles Bures

2 Stephen Corrone

4 Ray Oppel, Jane Ryder

5 Debbie Oppel

8 Pat Balkonis, Daniel St. George

11 Carl Salvio

12 Diane Wilkes

18 Bob Margolies

20 John Balkonis, Schuyler Wells

21 Valerie Mingrone

24 Paul Zelanin, Mackenzie St. Germain

26 Alex Harris

30 Lin Mulford, Debby Sands

Minister

Rev. Lucille L. Fritz

Moderator

Laura Salvio

Minister of Music

James T. Bruni

Director of

Christian Education

Kirsten E. Keith

Trustees Co-chairs

Bob Sember & Ed Zinsky

Women’s Fellowship

President

Sue Lindley

Huntington Center

Nursery School

Director/Teacher

Linda Rizzitelli

9:30 am

Sunday Worship/

Sunday School

& Child Care

Office Manager/

Belfry Editor

Karen S. Boroski

2017

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

1 2

7:15pm-Choir rehearsal

8am-Yoga-FH

3 4 5 6 7 8 9

9:30am –Communion Worship/child care

LABOR DAY

Offices Closed

7pm- Trustees meeting

7pm-Vitality meeting

7pm- Crafts - RH

6:30pm-Missions meeting

Spooner House Meal -

DEACONS

8am-Yoga-FH

10 11 12 13 14 15 16

9:30am –Worship

7:15pm-WF Ex. Brd.

7pm- Council meeting

7:15pm-WF meeting

Rev. Lucille’s Prayer Day

8am-Yoga-FH

1pm-FH uage

17

18 19 20 21 22 23

11am – Outdoor

Worship &

7pm- Crafts - RH

7:15pm-Choir rehearsal

8am-Yoga-FH

24

9:30am –Worship/Sunday School/child care 9:30am –Worship/Sunday School/child care

25 26 27 28 29 30

9:30am –Worship/Sunday School/child care

10:30am-New Members’ Class

9:30am-Jams & Jellies-kitchen

7:15pm-Diaconate meeting

7pm- Crafts - RH

Karen away

9:30am-Jams & Jellies-kitchen

7:15pm-Choir rehearsal

6:30am-Jams & Jellies-kitchen

8am-Yoga-FH

10am-Historical Society Tea – FH

5pm-McEwen

Memorial-FH

You may view the Belfry & Calendar on our website at www.huntingtonucc.org