The full meaning of “shalom” is to make whole or to restore to wholeness; You are literally saying, “may you be full of well-being” or “may health and prosperity be upon you.” [1] Today, in the United States, we say “shalom” to say peace, be free of conflict. Jesus, when he was resurrected and appeared in front of disciples, he said, Shalom. Jesus is known as the Peace-Bringer (John 20:19-20.) He told during the Sermon on the Mount, “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. My last service will be October 27th. You have a great future ahead of you and I am grateful to have had this time with you. Your braveness in being an “Open and Affirming” Church, the bold sign you place on you building, the bold doors you displayed in front of your church. The baskets of food that you prepare and give to people are all signs of caring and love. You are peacemakers, here in this church and in your community. A prayer I leave for you: O God of peace, spark our staleness with your hope, invade the depth of our being with new courage, defeat us in your love. Grant that our lives may be surprising in forgiveness and healing, abounding in joy and laughter. Daring in deeds and dreams of justice. May we be do-ers, makers, pray-ers of peace in memory of Christ Jesus. Amen. [2] SHALOM, ASE [3] [1] https://firmisrael.org/learn/the-meaning-of-shalom/ [2] Dedication of Liturgy of Peacemakers Chapel, Walsh College, Canton, Ohio, January 15, 1984. [3] ASE means life force it is also a reference to the Spirit and life force of Ancestors who lend their power to us as we go through our lives. |
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World Communion Sunday, October 6, 2024, offers congregations a distinctive opportunity to experience Holy Communion in the context of the global community of faith. The first Sunday of October is when Christians in every culture break bread and pour the cup to remember and affirm Christ as the Head of the Church. On that day, we recognize that we are part of the whole body of believers. Whether shared in a grand cathedral, a mud hut, outside on a hilltop, in a meetinghouse, or a storefront, Christians celebrate the communion liturgy in as many ways as there are congregations. World Communion Sunday can be both a profound worship experience and a time for learning more about our wider community of faith. We hope you can join us at Amicable on Sunday, October 6th at 10:00a.m., as we share in communion with breads from different countries! |
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WORSHIP SERVICE SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2024 |
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Join us for Rev. Maddie's first worship service as our settled minister on: Sunday, November 3 @ 10AM Mark 12:28-34 "Come to the Table of Grace" Jesus tells us the greatest commandment is love. Simple, right? Not always. Thankfully Jesus gives us a crash course in love that we live out each time we come to the Communion table. It’s that freely given (and received) love and grace, hand in hand, that gathers us ‘round the table and guides us in our life together. |
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OCTOBER 18, 2024, AT 7:00PM |
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TO PURCHASE TICKETS: Purchase online click the DONATE button below and choose from the dropdown menu Purchase at the ACTS Thrift Store on Thursdays and Saturdays 10am to 2pm. Purchase at the door the night of the event We hope to see you at this event! | | |
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OCTOBER BEGINS OUR STEWARDSHIP DRIVE |
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Early in October, all the members and friends of Amicable Church will receive a letter from the church which contains the annual Stewardship appeal. The Stewardship Team of the church will ask all of us to make a financial commitment or pledge to the budgeted expenses of the church. We have been doing this in one form or another for all of our 276 years as a church. We make a plan for continuing our common life and ministry - a budget for 2025 - and ask each of us to give what we can to make those plans and hopes real. Please get your head and heart ready for the appeal to come. Look to all the ways a gracious God has blessed you and those you love and-- then tell us what you intend to do to support your church. This year as part of that fall stewardship drive there will be three personal testimonials on the theme of "Why I support Amicable Church and its ministries” on Sunday, October 6th,13th and 20th. Please plan to send or bring your Pledge Sheet to worship on Sunday, October 27th. |
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DEADLINE TO DROP OFF YOUR DONATIONS AT THE CHURCH OFFICE WILL BE NOVEMBER 21, 2024! |
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TO DONATE CLICK ON THE BUTTON! |
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NEIGHBORS IN NEED OFFERING |
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In 2024, the Neighbors in Need theme is "Mental Health Justice For All!" In 2015, the General Synod of the United Church of Christ passed a resolution to become WISE (Welcoming, Inclusive, Supportive, and Engaged) for mental health.
A just world for all is a world where the human rights and well-being of people with mental health challenges are respected, no matter who you are or where you are in life's mental health journey. | | |
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| | One-third of the offerings collected support the Council for American Indian Ministry (CAIM). The other two-thirds are used by Justice and Witness Ministries to provide grants to UCC churches and organizations and support a variety of justice initiatives, advocacy efforts, and direct service projects. |
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The Amicable Church family welcomed the Rev. Jametta Alston as our Bridge Interim at the beginning of 2024. Her first Sunday with us was on January 14th. During this time Rev. Jametta has served us well sharing her "Joy!" at every service. October 27th will be Rev. Jametta's last service with us. This is your chance to come wish Rev. Jametta well as she departs from Amicable and begins the next chapter of her spiritual journey. There will be a special Coffee Hour after the service. |
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ACTS is briming with fall fashion and decor for Halloween and Thanksgiving. Don't miss all the cashmere sweaters at less than $20 or the brand new "tags on" jackets. We have Halloween costumes for children and for grown-ups who are full of "kid spirit". Thanksgiving at your house? We have everything you need to set a festive table. Except the food! Stop by every Thursday and Saturday, from 10:00am to 2:00pm! |
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AMICABLE MEMBER HIGHLIGHT |
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One of our own, Robert Campion has a major role in Salve Regina University's production of Meet Me in St. Louis at the Casino Theater in Newport. Please join us in wishing him good luck and if you can... see him in action on October 24th though the 27th! |
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ALL ARE WELCOME AT AMICABLE CHURCH |
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ALL God's Creatures! This little creature showed up for our last worship service in September! The Prayer Mantis! Thanks to Sarah Martin for capturing our little visitor! |
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| | Please scan the QR code to donate! Your support of this mission outreach initiative is important to so many in our community. Thank you! |
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AMICABLE MISSION Tiverton Emergency Assistance Mission (TEAM) Needs Your Help The T.E.A.M. Fund offers a person or family living in Tiverton or a member of the Amicable community a small grant to help them through a crisis. |
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Areas of our common life together that need ongoing support |
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SEPTEMBER 2024 FINANCIAL NOTES OF INTEREST |
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10/01 Pat Campion 10/02 Gale Gabriel 10/04 Ted Baer 10/05 Jessica Goncalo 10/13 Rayne Baer 10/13 Julie A. Vieira 10/14 Heather Campion 10/19 William Matteson 10/20 Midge Chace 10/21 Jessica Glover 10/28 David Cabeceiras |
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10/09 Vaughn Bryner & Eric Bronner 10/17 Jeanna Correia & Michael DaCosta 10/20 James Aiello & Raymond Medeiros Jr. 10/21 Dora & Elliott Marshall 10/29 Jessica & Jacob Shidler 10/30 Victoria & Elizabeth Glover |
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OCTOBER 2024 CALENDAR OF EVENTS |
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For more up-to-date calendar information please click on the calendar |
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Along with our Weekly Announcements the Amicable Church website's Home Page contains links to News, Upcoming Event Information, and what we have accomplished in the past! Check it out! Be sure to check out and follow our Facebook page too! |
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