Get a start on March’s book group book!
Mutant Message Down Under by Marlo Morgan
Our next book Group meets Tuesday, March 4, at 7:30 PM on Zoom. Email the office at office@churchofreading.org to get the Zoom link.…
February 24 at 1pm
Yarning to Care meets on the fourth Monday from 1-2:30 PM in the Parlor to enjoy conversation while creating prayer shawls for the ill and bereaved and baby blankets for baptisms. All are welcome! Instructions and materials available. Contact the church office at office@churchofreading.org with questions.…
Sunday, March 16
It’s almost time for our annual cookie walk! All proceeds will go to the CWF Treasury for Church projects such as the railings, a contribution to the new refrigerator, postage for the Christmas Care Packages, etc.
If you decide to bake, please mark cookies containing nuts or gluten free, but a listing of ingredients is not needed.…
FCCR is a long time supporter of Emmaus, Inc.; over the decades we have provided meals, collected toiletries and linens, and given cash donations from our Benevolence funds. In addition to emergency shelter, Emmaus provides affordable housing, career services, health and wellness classes, and financial independence classes to promote self-sufficiency. More than 2000 women, children and men are served annually to assist them from homelessness to permanent housing and employment.
Click here to learn more about more about Emmaus Inc.
The Mission and Social Justice Ministry is collecting needed items for Emmaus’ programs during the month of February. Their most urgent needs are listed below. Donations can be left in the collection bin in the Sanctuary on Sunday mornings or in the church office during the week.
Linens (new or gently used)
- Twin size sheets, regular or XL, white preferred
- Queen size sheets (limited number needed, if you’re buying new, please buy twin)
- Pillow cases, any color
- Blankets
- Bath towels
Clothing – New ONLY
- Men & Women’s underwear
- Adult t-shirts, plain
- Adult pajama pants, plain
Kitchen – New ONLY
- paper towels
- zipper bags, quart and gallon
- cooking spray
- oven mitts
- potato peelers, handheld
- serving utensils (e.g., spoons, spatulas)
- kitchen knives
- electric knife sharpeners
- disposable deep sheet pans
- commercial pans and baking sheets
Tuesday, February 4, at 7:30 PM on Zoom
We’re reading “Destiny of the Republic” by Candice Millard. The extraordinary account of James Garfield’s rise from poverty to the American presidency, and the dramatic history of his assassination and legacy. Email the office at office@churchofreading.org to get the Zoom link.…
Reach out to the church office at office@churchofreading.org or 781-944-0205 to learn more.…
February 8th, 5:00 – 8:00 PM
Did you have a blast at the fall Homecoming Dinner/Trivia Night? Did you miss out and are you anxiously awaiting the next game night?
On February 8th, from 5:00 – 8:00 PM, we are having a “Souper Bowl Game Night” in the Dining Hall. The meal itself will be somewhat based on a “soup supper” and the event will also include games and activities for all ages. Come enjoy soup, chili, macaroni and cheese, salad, breads, desserts, and more! Adults can learn to play Crazy Whist, while the young, or young at heart, will have the option of games such as Uno or Connect Four, and simple children’s crafts. There will be fun for all ages! Families are encouraged to attend. This event is not for the general public, however friends and relatives of church attendees are more than welcome to join.
The link below will allow you to sign up to bring food for this potluck-style meal, if you wish.
https://www.perfectpotluck.com/XPIV1177
Transportation will be provided! The organizers are emphatic about this so that all may participate. If you would like a ride, do not hesitate to contact the church office. A ride will then be coordinated for you based on the area/town in which you live.
We greatly look forward to a shared meal with laughs and entertainment during the long winter months.
Hope to see you there!
Your Souper Bowl Game Night Team…
Hygiene Kits for Department of Children and Families
The Mission and Social Action Ministry reached out to the Department of Children and Families (DCF) to discuss their current needs. The DCF asked that our church, and the attendees of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service, collect items for hygiene kits. (You may recall that in years past we collected pajamas, socks, and underwear for the DCF in the month of January.)
Items may be dropped off in the Mission collection bin in the Sanctuary or when you attend the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service on the morning of Saturday, January 18th.
Here is the very specific list of needs:
- Shampoo and conditioner for babies, children, and young adults
- Shampoo and conditioner for curly hair
- Body wash for children and young adults
- Toothbrushes and toothpaste for infants and toddlers
- Loofas
- Lotion for infants, children, and young adults
- Deodorant
- Hairbrushes, picks, combs
- Silk sleeping caps
- Diaper cream
I recently was in Reading’s new Dollar Tree store while a couple, representing a food pantry, was purchasing items in bulk (20 of each item). This may be a good spot to stock up for the DCF as well.
With many thanks for supporting the vulnerable children of our local communities – The Mission and Social Action Ministry
This MLK Day of Service is shaping up to be a great event! There are some old favorite projects, plus new opportunities. Volunteers should plan to start at FCCR at 9:00am for a brief ceremony (plus coffee and snacks). Then volunteers can disperse to their chosen activities, either at FCCR or offsite. We hope you will review and share this information. Sign up for any activities you are interested in doing. Our off-site projects require registration.
There are two worthy collections: toiletries for youth in DCF care, and food for the Reading Food Pantry. Please review each organization’s list of needs. The Director of the Food Pantry will be volunteering with us on that Saturday, and she would be delighted to talk with you about the Pantry and its mission. We will be collecting donations at the MLK event and making sure it gets to the proper location.
Our two offsite projects, both located in Reading, are also wonderful ways to help our neighbors. One is at Sawtelle Family Hospice House, where basic handy-person help is needed, and one is at Solstice House at Riverbend, where they need organizational help with their donation room.
If you have any questions, please contact ReadingCares01867@gmail.com
