BEGIN:VCALENDAR PRODID:-//Contact Plus Corporation//NONSGML Web Cal Plus //EN TZ:EST VERSION:1.0 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080502T130000Z DTEND:20080502T180000Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:Erica Leonard's last day as Emmanuel's Office Administrator TRANSP:0 UID:080429099063736949575455166468 DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:Our office administrator, Erica Leonard. Erica will soon=0D=0A= be moving with her family to Syracuse after two years of faithful,=0D=0A= dedicated and creative service to our church family here at Emmanuel.=0D=0A= We wish Erica and her family best wishes. We will miss you, Erica!=0D=0A= =0D=0A= - Revs. Ron & Patty Farr=0D=0A= and the entire Emmanuel Church family END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080503T123044Z DTEND:20080503T193000Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:Aldersgate Retreat "The Sacred Voice in Nature" TRANSP:0 UID:080429421792106562669177588580 DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:RETREAT DATE: Saturday, May 3,=0D=0A= 2008, 8:30 - 4:00=0D=0A= =0D=0A= THEME: “The Sacred Voice of Nature”=0D=0A= =0D=0A= ITEMS TO BRING: Please bring an object, which represents a time when you felt the=0D=0A= Spirit of God speaking to you through nature. We will be sharing our objects and stories in an opening discussion group. In addition, please bring the following:=0D=0A= - a Bible=0D=0A= - casual clothes=0D=0A= - bagged lunch, beverage, snack to share (fruit, cookies, brownies, potato chips)=0D=0A= - items for your children (toys, games,snacks, diapers, etc.)=0D=0A= - insect repellent and hat (black flies are out!)=0D=0A= - umbrella (in case of rain)=0D=0A= =0D=0A= LOCATION: Aldersgate Retreat Center, Brantingham, NY, C-Lodge (about an hour’s drive)=0D=0A= Check the church newsletter for map!=0D=0A= =0D=0A= COST: Adults $15.00; Children $7.00 (scholarships available)=0D=0A= =0D=0A= On this retreat day, we will reflect, with the help of the beautiful natural woods and lake setting, on how God calls us to develop an environmentally sensitive spirituality that is rooted in love and appreciation for all living things. Participants will explore how a practice of prayer deepens=0D=0A= one's consciousness of connection, empathy, gratitude, and wonder. Through Bible study, a silent=0D=0A= nature prayer walk on the grounds, and sensitive group sharing, participants will explore how to be more deeply connected to the divine Origin of Creation, the present moment, the global human family, and all living things on the planet. Child care will be provided by Jen Wozniak. There will be special nature-related activities for the children, organized by Amy Caccia. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call our church office at 782-2650. We look forward=0D=0A= to seeing you at Aldersgate!=0D=0A= =0D=0A= Please arrive at 8:30 am SHARP! We will be meeting in the C-Lodge (Winter Lodge).=0D=0A= =0D=0A= Your Retreat Organizers,=0D=0A= Revs. Patty and Ron Farr, Amy Caccia END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080504T144500Z DTEND:20080504T144500Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:Sunday Worship TRANSP:0 UID:080429152703206018469337618764 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080504T190000Z DTEND:20080504T190000Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:Black River/St. Lawrence Association Meeting in Louisville TRANSP:0 UID:080429337464181385044258368567 DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:BLACK RIVER ST. LAWRENCE ASSOCIATION New York Conference,=0D=0A= UCC 268th Semi-Annual Meeting will be held on Sunday, May 4, 2008 at=0D=0A= the Louisville Community Church at 3 PM. The theme is “Casting Your Nets=0D=0A= on the Other Side,” an initiative for net increase in mission, members, and=0D=0A= money. Following the program there will be a business meeting, an=0D=0A= evening meal that is $6.00 and fellowship. Your Emmanuel Church=0D=0A= delegates, Gerald Hettick and Donna Crowe, as well as Revs. Ron & Patty,=0D=0A= will be attending to represent the church. If you would like to attend,=0D=0A= please contact Erica in the office no later than April 28th at 782-2650. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080506T220000Z DTEND:20080506T220000Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:Finance Team Meeting TRANSP:0 UID:080429358189450333583663559893 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080507T140000Z DTEND:20080507T160000Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:Serendipity Book Club TRANSP:0 UID:080429400351329337274150602841 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080508T103000Z DTEND:20080508T103000Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:Christianity Workplace Breakfast Group TRANSP:0 UID:080429412390640119075155409227 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080510T140000Z DTEND:20080510T140000Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:UCC NY Women Black River / St. Lawrence Association Spring Meeting in Malone TRANSP:0 UID:080429429902662627236465492519 DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:UCC NY WOMEN=0D=0A= BLACK RIVER ST. LAWRENCE=0D=0A= ‘ASSOCIATION SPRING MEETING=0D=0A= When: Saturday, May 10, 2008=0D=0A= Where: First Congregational Church, UCC=0D=0A= 2 Clay ST. Malone, NY=0D=0A= Theme: “Living God’s Dream Faithfully”=0D=0A= Lunch provided for $4.00 per person.=0D=0A= Contact the=0D=0A= office no later than May 2nd if you will be=0D=0A= attending. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080511T133000Z DTEND:20080511T143000Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:Newcomers' Class Meets in Fellowship Room TRANSP:0 UID:080429440830152823043625256705 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080511T144548Z DTEND:20080511T144548Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:Pentecost Sunday - Wear something RED today! TRANSP:0 UID:080429450014620965979018181911 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080513T230000Z DTEND:20080513T230000Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:Universal Board Night TRANSP:0 UID:080429453944397847815836124171 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080515T170000Z DTEND:20080515T170000Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:Meals on Wheels Board of Directors Meeting TRANSP:0 UID:080429459977914184769988563924 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080516T160000Z DTEND:20080517T020000Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:Anderson Hall Booked TRANSP:0 UID:080429467751857721543650701884 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080518T144500Z DTEND:20080518T144500Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:Guest Preacher - Bev Bibbins TRANSP:0 UID:080429477031208612197347254325 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080521T140000Z DTEND:20080521T160000Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:Serendipity Book Club Meets in Anderson Hall TRANSP:0 UID:080429487696200469046386219783 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20080521 DURATION:P1D PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:Pastors back in office TRANSP:0 UID:080429483260766342226477953928 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080522T103000Z DTEND:20080522T103000Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:Christianity Workplace Breakfast Group TRANSP:0 UID:080429499611802166700664045763 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080524T210000Z DTEND:20080524T210000Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:Drama Rehearsal TRANSP:0 UID:080522634454528984403984593673 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080524T220000Z DTEND:20080525T000000Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:Praise Band Rehearsal TRANSP:0 UID:080429505384650712711460935589 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080525T141500Z DTEND:20080525T141500Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:Praise Band Musical Ministry - Come early and praise God in Song! TRANSP:0 UID:080429511167393255291681448827 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080525T144500Z DTEND:20080525T144500Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:Worship Drama "The Prisoner" directed by David Cooper TRANSP:0 UID:080429517789173597696537328890 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20080526 DURATION:P1D PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:Office Closed TRANSP:0 UID:080429525188218469033861507920 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080527T220000Z DTEND:20080527T220000Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:Global Mission Team Meeting TRANSP:0 UID:080429530731631339365915087349 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080531T130000Z DTEND:20080531T160000Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:Dream Workshop "Journey Continues", led by Pastors Patty & Ron TRANSP:0 UID:080429536740786444085973405813 DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:DREAM WORKSHOP #2=0D=0A= “The Journey Continues”=0D=0A= An exciting new Saturday morning=0D=0A= Dream Workshop will be held on Sat.,=0D=0A= May 31st, from 9 a.m. to 12 noon, in=0D=0A= Anderson Hall.=0D=0A= Led by Revs. Patty and Ron, this=0D=0A= workshop will open you to a greater=0D=0A= understanding of the world of dreams.=0D=0A= Learn how God may be nudging you to=0D=0A= deeper growth through the wild, crazy,=0D=0A= silly, and amazing images that rise up in=0D=0A= your mind at night, when your busy=0D=0A= surface mind goes to sleep. You don’t=0D=0A= need to have attended the first workshop=0D=0A= in order to come to this one!=0D=0A= You will find that, after learning how to=0D=0A= unlock the meaning of your dreams, you=0D=0A= will begin to see your life and your faith=0D=0A= with entirely new eyes.=0D=0A= Childcare provided. Sign-up sheet on=0D=0A= the Information Table. END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR