First Congregational United Church of Christ

Please visit http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/johnandbarbara for more extended updates and communications from Barbara.
As many church members have already heard, John’s health continues to improve, and he and Barbara have been deeply touched by the prayers and support they have received from people around the world.
We are indeed blessed to be part of an international, ecumenical denomination, the [...]

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You can now track updates and send greetings to Barbara and John through the following website: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/johnandbarbara.
From Barbara’s latest email:
‘John was in a chair when I arrived this morning — the first time in 11 days. Progress! Gave himself a shave yesterday. He is impatient to get out of ICU and home.’
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The Rev. Dr. Davida Foy Crabtree, Conference Minister for the Connecticut Conference UCC, has shared this good news with us:
“I have received word directly from Barbara that things are looking up. John is in ICU where he will remain for the next 4 to 5 days and will then move to a private room. He [...]

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The 2007 Neighbors in Need campaign, sponsored by the Justice and Witness Mission of the UCC begins this week. Whether it is the ecological disaster of a town in Tennessee deemed a “dumping ground”, or stories of neighbors devastated by the hurricane on the Gulf Coast, or neighbors who continue to suffer under debt that [...]

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Organist/Pianist/Choir Director: First Congregational United Church of Christ (www.fccuccdc.org) seeks a classically trained musician who is experienced and knowledgeable in many musical traditions. Must be comfortable with collaborative worship planning. One service Sundays at 1pm; rehearsals with adult choir (11-20 members) Wednesdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 12:15pm. Approx. 10-15 hrs/week. [...]

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