Exposing evil is risky business. But the greater threat is the deadly silence of those who consistently sacrifice moral conscience on the altar of social order.
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An Open and Affirming Church.
Whoever you are, wherever you are on life’s journey,
YOU are welcome HERE!
Whoever you are, wherever you are on life’s journey,
YOU are welcome HERE!
Posts by Jim Foudy (Page 25)
1. Nonviolent Witness Intervention Training ~ Saturday, February 4, 10:00 – 12:00 in the Church Dining Room ~ Led by Pat James and Karin McGowan • This workshop is for anyone who wants to activate their values when they witness harassment. Intervention isn’t a matter of courage alone. It’s a matter of planning, practice, and…
On Jan. 1, 2017 Rev. Andrea Ayvazian retired as pastor of Haydenville Congregational Church. Many people spoke at the party after the service. The choir sang a favorite of Andrea’s. Marcia Gomes wrote a song for Andrea and Jen Matias read the following poem which she wrote for the occasion. For Andrea By Jen Matias Arms outstretched, embracing us all, You have walked with us,…
My Dear Sisters, Brothers, and Siblings, I have been quite busy in the days since the October 16th Congregational Meeting where you voted to call me as your Acting Pastor! I have talked with many of you, met with our leadership, consulted colleagues in similar roles, read a bunch of books and articles, and prayerfully considered how best to navigate all that…
It is with great enthusiasm (and tremendous relief!) that we share the news that Rev. Lindsey Peterson has agreed to join our staff as the Transitional Director of Children’s Church! Some of you have had the chance to meet Lindsey over the past couple of months as she has attended worship, and we hope that you will get to know her…