PILGRIM’S
PROGRESS
October 2006
From the Pastor…..
Dear Friends,
What a wonderful first Sunday at Pilgrim Church of Duxbury! All of you have been so very welcoming and helpful. I look forward to meeting more of you as we partner together in this critical time of transition in the church.
Great Russian novelist Dostoevsky said that “Taking a new step, uttering a new word, is what people fear most.” I think that’s true. The tried and true is more familiar and sure-footed. And yet, we know in our heart of hearts that if we don’t change, we don’t grow. It’s this tension—the fear of change and the desire to grow that presents the paradox inherent in interim ministry. By God’s grace and the church’s call, I have the distinct privilege of partnering with you on this uncharted journey called Intentional Interim Ministry. Ken Landall summed up this paradox best in his last letter published in “Pilgrim’s Progress”: “It’s okay to look lovingly or longingly to the past, but not for too long. God has a new thing in store for each of us…in the future that is right around the bend.”
Many of you have heard during your gatherings with Reverend Dianne Arakawa and Reverend Stephen Washburn that an Intentional Interim is similar and yet different from a Settled Pastor. The most notable difference is that my time with you is limited. The typical stay of an Intentional Interim is two years. The tasks of Interim Ministry are also somewhat different from your Settled Pastor. In addition to leading the worship life of the church, the following are the five tasks of my Interim Ministry among you:
1. Coming to Terms with History: In the same way that people grieve the loss of important people in their lives, congregations grieve their beloved pastors. The Intentional Interim, therefore, helps the church to resolve feelings around their departed pastor and begin to reframe a new beginning.
2. Discovering a New Identity: It’s natural for our identity as a congregation to be stamped by our past pastors. The transition time invites us to discern God’s call and gifting to our congregation in the community. To that end the Intentional Interim Minister leads us into defining our core values and assessing our unique identity.
3. Allowing Needed Leadership Change: Because of the connectional relationship between a pastor and his/her people, changes in pastoral leadership can also precipitate changes in lay leadership. Some long term leaders may take a less active role while new people become more involved. Interim Ministry strengthens lay leadership.
4.
Reaffirming
Connection and Covenant with the
5. Commitment to New Directions in Ministry: Once we have begun the journey to resolve our past and reframe our future, clarified our identity, and strengthened lay leadership and denominational ties, then we become ready to search, call and receive a new Settled Pastor. Then comes the great exchange—from an Intentional Interim to a new Settled Pastor.
With God’s help, this is the journey that you and I will walk together over the next months. Dostoevsky had it right, transition is a fearful thing, but in God’s economy transition is the precursor to transformation. And that can be a very good thing. Do not be afraid or tremble for the Lord your God is the one who goes with you. Deuteronmy 31:6
In God’s Great Love,
The Reverend Beverly Weinhold
SUNDAY SERVICES AVAILABLE ON TAPE
We now have
audio tapes of Sunday services available for loan in the Library/Conference
Room. If you would like to borrow a
tape of a particular Sunday service, either to hear for the first time, or to
"re-visit" one you've already heard, just put your name on the
sign-out sheet next to the tapes, and return it within a week.* Please feel free to call the Church
Office (934-6591) if you have any questions.
*If
you have extenuating circumstances that would make this difficult, please call
the office to make other arrangements.
Drop
in and say hello!
I invite you to just “drop in” at the following times:
Mondays: 3:00PM-5:00PM or Tuesdays: 10:00AM-12:00
Noon
Rev. Beverly Weinhold
Bible Study Begins!!!
Come one, come all to our long-standing, long-loved Bible Studies on Wednesday mornings and evenings beginning on October 11. Our morning Bible Study will meet from 10:00AM-11:30AM. And our evening study will meet from 7:30PM-9:00PM. We will be studying the Book of James. James was said to have been called "camel knees" in the annals of church history because of his ministry of prayer. James, believed to be the brother of Jesus, was a practical man with great wisdom whose letter reads a little like the Proverbs of the Old Testament. James, perhaps more than most New Testament books, gives practical advice on "seeking to live as Jesus taught."
Even if you have not attended Bible Study before I encourage you to give it a try. All of us our learners together. Come with your questions. Come with your confusion. No knowledge of the Bible is needed to participate, only a willing heart and a seeking spirit.
If you are interested in coming to this study, please sign up on the designated sheets (morning or evening) on the bulletin board outside of our fellowship hall.
Rev. Beverly Weinhold
Men’s Group
The Men’s Group will meet on Saturday, October 28th, at 8:00 AM in the Vestry. All men of the church are invited to attend. If you would like to be included on the meeting mailing list, please contact Jim Kerkam at jgkerkam@adelphia.net or at 781-934-9838; or Mark Cleveland at mvcleveland@braintreelabs.com or at 781-934-1519.
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Wanted * *
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Saint or
sinner, novice or seasoned, extrovert or introvert wanted for Seekers Wednesday
morning Bible Study. Can generally attend
a weekly meeting from 7:00 to 8:00 at Jim Pye's office at
The
Seekers Bible Study group is starting a new fourteen week study called Higher Ground, Steps toward Christian
Maturity on October 25th. There is room for you to join! This is a lay led Bible Study which uses
scripture as the authority, so you don't have to be. We use a study guide to direct the
discussion. (Warning, discussion
can become lively.) So bring your
Bible and join us on October 25th at
Hope to see
you there!
Remember – Daylight
Savings Ends Sunday, October 29
Turn your clocks back ONE
HOUR
Senior Choir
The Senior Choir
is in need of singers! Space on all parts available!
Requirements: love to sing, can carry a tune (ability to read helpful but
not essential). Benefits: active part in the worship on Sunday and at
special Services, fellowship of very friendly people, night out doing what you
enjoy and praising God twice (he who sings praises God twice - St. Augustus).
We are fortunate to have a very loyal group of volunteers in our choir. Many of
them are away on business or family concerns often. It is helpful to have a
large group of singers so that music at Sunday worship is inspiring regardless
of absentees. SOOO if you fit this profile, please
do join us. You will be happy that you did. If you have any questions, please
do call Cathy Morrison or any member of our choir.
Pilgrim
Ringers
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you come out and play?
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1. Middle of the week
2. Ha, Ha , Ha
3. No pay, big pay off
4. ________ your church
Can’t commit to a whole year? No need – come try for a month. Pick a date from the ones below and come 2-3 weeks before to learn. What have you got to loose?
Play dates: 10/22, 11/19, 12/10 (
Call Sue for more info~ 934-2856.
Stephen Ministers: The After People
Frequently
friends will ask, “ I know you’re involved
in
Stephen Ministers
are there:
…after you’ve washed and returned
the last casserole dish.
…after
the divorce papers have been served and the bottom falls out of your
life.
…after the last child
honks the horn, waves, and drives away – and the house
suddenly seems incredibly empty.
…after you arrive home
following the funeral service and the emotions
you’ve held at bay come crashing in on you.
…after the relationship
has ended but the wounds are still bleeding and
painful.
…after the doctors have
said, “There’s nothing more we can do.”
…after the
door has slammed shut – for the very last time.
…after the phone call
you’d always hoped you’d never get.
…after you realize the hands on the gold watch you received at
your
retirement
party move more slowly than you ever imagined.
…after the nursing home
director shakes your hand and says,“Welcome
to your new home.”
…after the gavel goes
down, the handcuffs go on, and your loved one is
led away.
…after the baby has arrived, putting
more demands on you than you ever
dreamed possible.
…after you find the
pink slip inserted with what is now your final paycheck.
…after your family and
friends have heard your story one too many times,
but you still need to talk it out.
Stephen Ministers are the
“After People.” We are ready to come alongside you - or
your friends, neighbors, coworkers, or relatives – and provide comfort and
support for as long “after” as we are needed. Please consider becoming a Stephen
Minister.
A
representative of the
PILGRIM WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP
- An invitation to all women
of
You are invited to an evening to
connect with other women of the church; to relight your spiritual flame (embers
are fine!!); and partake in good food and drink!! PWF"s
Wine & Cheese Gathering is on Wednesday, October 4 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 at
Ginny Powell's- 39 Maple Street, Kingston.
Directions to Ginny’s are on the
Koinonia
Sandy
Bondlow will be the hostess for the next Koinonia meeting on Monday, October 9th at 7:00
PM. Any questions, call Elaine
Guilfoyle at 781-934-9648.
Bookworms
Bookworms will be meeting on the fourth Tuesday in October, [the 24th,] in the church library. We will decide at the September meeting what we will be reading at that time. Book will be announced later. All are most welcome, and we hope to see you then.
Ladies
Bible Study
The Ladies Bible Study of PWF is offering a bible study based on Beth Moore’s Living Beyond Yourself on Tuesdays from 9:00 AM-11:00 (started September 26) and Wednesdays from 7:00 PM-9:00 beginning October 11. This interactive study features personal assignments and weekly group sessions with video. The study guide is $15.00. To register, contact Sarah Beattie at 781/934-2646 or email to sbeattie@Adelphia.net. Know the freedom of a life filled with the fruit of the Spirit.
Christian Education Corner
Kid’s Klub*Kid’s
Klub -4th, 5th and 6th graders will meet on
October 15th from 2-4 in the vestry. We will have a fun fall afternoon. Come
and bring a friend!
JYF*JYF*JYF -welcomes
all 7th & 8th graders. Throughout the year we will be meeting 1-2x's month,
and go out on group excursions (like trips to Celtics games, Simon IMAX, and
more). JYF is intended to be a social and learning time for middle school
students to enjoy time together and discover Christ's personal plan for them. A
typical Friday JYF will include a meal together, an engaging group activity
(game or sport), and short (10-15 minute) message at the end. When we go out -
it's just all play. You should have gotten a letter with the schedule. If you
did not, please contact us.
Questions: Email or call Marc Beattie (or Sarah) sbeattie@adelphia.net,
781-934-2646.
Confirmation - Don't forget
the Lock-in on Friday October 27th. We'll start
at 7PM on Friday night and finish on 7AM Saturday morning. If you have not
received a letter about Confirmation and you are planning to be a part of
the Confirmation class, please contact me at the Church office.
SYF*SYF*SYF-Keep
an eye out for those postcards and emails.
Mission Trip
If you are a 9th-12th grader and are interested in
going on the Mission Trip
this year, please let me know ASAP.
Peace and Grace,
Rev. Eloise
Saturday Night Five
Please join us on October 7th as we celebrate World
Communion Day. We will
meet in the vestry for a special experiential service-"A Symphony of
Prayer
and Communion". We hope you can join us. On October 21st, we will have our
Stewardship service, "Faith, Change, Commitment".
If you would like to
participate in these or any of the Saturday Services, please call the Church
office. We hope that you will come and worship with us.
With Gratitude....
A heart felt "thank you" to everyone of you who helped prepare the parsonage for my coming. It was sparkling clean!! The decorating in both bathrooms was warm and tasteful. And the trees and lawn were all carefully manicured. Your attention to detail made me feel deeply cared for and I will not soon forget such a warm welcome. Thank you all again.
Rev. Beverly Weinhold
PARISH POST
Prayers of Healing - Larry Anderson - Connie Milligan - Bill Poellmitz - Grace Poellmitz -
Louise Ritch -
Ruth Whitcomb - Les Swanson - Kiki Houghton -
Priscilla Sangster
Prayers of Joy
For the birth of John Suren
(“Jack”) Day, son of
Prayers of Comfort and Solace
For the family and friends of Spencer Baker.
October 2006
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Oct. 1st 9:00 AM Junior
Choir Rehearsal
10:00 AM Worship-Communion
Rev. Bev Latif Duncan,
preaching
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Oct. 2nd
6:30 PM Stephen Minister training
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Oct. 3rd 9:00
AM Ladies Bible Study
7:00
PM Outreach Board Mtg.
7:30
PM Board of Deacons Mtg.
7:30
PM Music Board Mtg.
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Oct. 4th 7:00
AM Seekers
12:30
PM Bridge
7:00
PM Pilgrim Ringers
7:00
PM PWF Wine & Cheese at
Ginny
Powell’s
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Oct. 5th 9:15 AM
Pilgrim Women’s Fellowship
7:30
PM Senior Choir
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Oct. 7th 5:00 PM
Saturday Night Service
“A Symphony of Prayer and
Communion”
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Oct. 8th 10:00 AM Worship
11:15
AM Junior Choir Rehearsal
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Oct. 9th 1:00
PM Pilgrim Investors
7:00
PM Koinonia at Sandy Bondlow’s
7:30
PM PCCP Board
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Oct. 10th 9:00
AM Ladies Bible Study
7:00 PM Christian Ed.
Comm.
Mtg.
7:30
PM Board of Trustees Mtg.
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Oct. 11th 7:00
AM Seekers
10:00
AM Bible Study
7:00
PM Pilgrim Ringers
7:00
PM Ladies Bible Study
7:30
PM Bible Study
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Oct. 12th 7:00
PM Stewardship Comm. Mtg.
7:30
PM Senior Choir
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Oct. 13th -Council Minutes Due AM-
Deacons Retreat at Cheryl Tufankjian’s
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Oct. 15 9:00 AM Junior Choir
Rehearsal
10:00 AM Worship
2:00 PM Kids Klub
-November
Newsletter Deadline-
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Oct. 17th 9:00
AM Ladies Bible Study
7:30
PM Church Council Meeting
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Oct. 18th 7:00 AM Seekers
10:00 AM Bible Study
7:00
PM Pilgrim Ringers
7:00
PM Ladies Bible Study
7:30
PM Bible Study
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Oct. 19th 7:30 PM
Senior Choir
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Oct. 21st 5:00
PM Saturday Night Service
“Faith, Change, Commitment”
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Oct. 22nd 8:30
AM Pilgrim Ringers rehearsal
10:00 AM Worship-Stewardship
Sunday
11:15
Junior Choir Rehearsal
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Oct. 24th 9:00 AM Ladies
Bible Study
1:30
PM Bookworms
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Oct. 25th 7:00 AM Seekers
10:00
AM Bible Study
12:15
PM eVestors
7:00
PM Pilgrim Ringers
7:00
PM Ladies Bible Study
7:30
PM Bible Study
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Oct. 26th 7:30
PM Senior Choir
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Oct. 27th 7:00
PM Confirmation Lock-in
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Oct 28th 7:00
AM Conclusion of Confirmation
Lock-in
8:00 AM Men’s Group in
Vestry
*Daylight Savings Ends Tomorrow*
Turn
Clocks back 1 Hour!
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Oct 29th 10:00
AM Worship
11:15
Junior Choir Rehearsal
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