Some seasons ask more of our hearts than words can hold.
In “When Words Are Not Enough”, our choir, orchestra and handbell ensemble lead us in a service where music becomes prayer. With selections from John Rutter’s “Requiem” alongside beloved Lenten hymns and choral works, we will bring before God what cannot be easily spoken, knowing that God’s wondrous love will carry us forward.
Join us in the sanctuary between 6 and 6:30 on Thursday, March 19, for a Soup Supper!
6-6:30 PM – Potluck Soup Supper
If you’d like to help contribute to our potluck meal, sign up below. You don’t need to bring something, just come for good food and fellowship!
6:30 – 7:15 PM – Presentation
Rev. Emelia will offer a presentation on her trip to Assisi, the home of St. Francis. For those unable to make it in-person, the presentation will be recorded.
Need a ride? Reach out to the church office at office@churchofreading.org or 781-944-0205.
Save the Date: Our next gathering is Thursday, April 2, in the Dining Hall, followed by our Maundy Thursday service.…
On Sunday, March 15th, join us on after worship in the Dining Hall for Fair Trade coffee, snacks and fun activities.
Once again, a multigenerational team of volunteers has come together to help make this event happen. This year’s Marketplace booths will include plants, sheep/alpacas, bees, goats, pigs, chicks, fair trade coffee and clean water, and of course, heifers.
Each booth at our Marketplace represents a Heifer International program that invests in communities, giving families the resources needed to thrive.
In addition to learning how Heifer works to help end hunger and poverty, you will have the opportunity to make a donation to support Heifer’s work.
For more information about Heifer International visit the Heifer website at https://www.heifer.org/our-work
If you have questions, or would like to lend a hand, please reach out to the church office at office@churchofreading.org.…
Save the date for for Brunch Church on March 1st.
This potluck meal combines fellowship, food, and worship all together. You do not have to bring something to participate (as there will always be plenty to go around!). The accessible entrance to our lower downstairs hall is through the driveway.
Reach out to the church office for more info.
Potluck soup suppers keep us warm with good food and good fellowship this winter. Join us for dinner anytime between 6-6:30 PM. A program will follow each dinner at 6:30 PM (interactive program on 2/24, presentation on Assisi 3/19, and Maundy Thursday service on 4/2.)
Reach out to the church office for more info at office@churchofreading.org or 781-944-0205.
When storms are in the forecast we will announce through various channels when the building will be closed.
Sundays – The Chair of Deacons and Rev. Emelia communicate closely before a storm and aim to make an announcement about cancellations as soon as a decision is reached. The latest possible cancellation would be at 7 AM on a Sunday (though, we hope to be able to make a decision by Saturday evening). Worship leaders (deacons, scripture readers, bells and choir) will be notified through an email/phone tree. The church Facebook, website, and a church-wide email will also be sent out.
Weekdays – The office is open from Monday – Thursday from 10 AM – 1 PM. If the office needs to close due to inclement weather, it will be shared on Facebook. You may also email office@churchofreading.org, as Samantha and Rev Emelia often work from home when that happens.
Weekday or Weekend Programs – if there is an event planned that isn’t on a Sunday (for example, Ash Wednesday or Lent Soup Supper), we will announce through E-News, Facebook, and the church website at least 2 hours before the event is scheduled (if not sooner).…
Lent begins with an evening service with the choir, scripture, prayers, and ashes. The theme for the service is “I Choose Love.”
