" "The 1960s: 'The Times They Are a-Changin,'"

Hi Forum folks,

This Sunday, January 15 at 9:15 a.m. our Dr. Clay Eddleman will make a presentation entitled "The 1960s: 'The Times They Are a-Changin,'" based on a recent presentation he made at Hendersonville High School during a Social Studies Seminar for the student body. Included in the presentation will be the African-American Civil Rights Movement, the Vietnam War, the Counterculture of the 1960s, and the emergence of the Modern Gay Rights Movement.

Bring your questions, comments and memories. If you remember the 60's you weren't there!

" My Journey from Judaism to the Episcopal Priesthood."

Hi Forum folks,

We begin the new year this Sunday, January 8 at 9:15 a.m. with the Rev.Dr. Jeff Batkin, a classmate of our own Dr.Clay Eddleman speaking on " My Journey from Judaism to the Episcopal Priesthood."

Rev. Batkin completed his undergraduate studies at Emory College of Emory University and his seminary training at the School of Theology, University of the South, in Sewanee. He later obtained his Doctorate of Ministry at Lutheran Southern Seminary in Columbia, South Carolina. He served Episcopal churches in the Diocese of Upper South Carolina and the Diocese of Florida, retiring from Trinity in St. Augustine, Florida, in 2004. Since retiring he has served the Diocese of Western North Carolina as Canon for Small Churches.

Start the Forum year off right by coming with your usual lively comments and questions.

NO Forums & Las Posadas

There are NO forums until January 8 at 9:15 when the Rev. Jeff Batkin presents "A Journey from Judaism to Episcopal Priesthood."

Try not to miss Las Posadas tonight (Thursday) at 7:00 p.m. in the Felix Building.

Merry Christmas and Happy, Healthy 2012!

Merry Christmas

Dear Friends and Family,

It has been a very memorable and event filled year with the marriage of our daughter, joining the First Congregational Church and meeting so many wonderful people in Hendersonville. Our Thanks to all the shop and restaurant owners, teachers and others who dedicate themselves and work so hard to make Hendersonville such a special place and to everyone who has made us feel so warm and welcome here. We invite all our friends in South Carolina, New Jersey and beyond to visit. We want to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and look forward to sharing in a very Happy New Year!

 

With Our Love and Best Wishes

 

Pete and Tess

http://1thousandreasons2lovehendersonvillenc.com/PeaceOnEarth.html

 

 

Prayer

This Sunday, December 18 at 9:15, Rev. Barbara Rathbun will present a session on "Prayer." She’ll talk about the traditional kinds of prayer: praise, petition, intercession, lament, etc. And about prayer practices—when and how we pray—and how we might add prayer to our lives. And whatever else comes up in the conversation. As ever, come with comments, questions and be ready for a lively discussion.

Remember there are NO forums for the next two Sundays. We resume on January 8, 2012.
Pat

FCC Adult Discussion Forum: Bhuddist

This Sunday, December 11 at 9:15 a.m. the Venerable Pannadipa Bhikkhu, Co-Abbot, meditation counselor and Founder of the Embracing Simplicity Hermitage will speak. A Bhuddist monk, ordained in the Theravada and Mahayana (Chan) traditions, he is a former Taoist monk and an initiated yogi. He taught Tien Shen Pai Kung F, Qigong, Tai Chi and Fitness for more than 25 years. He conducts the Dhamma Teachers Training Program, wellness retreats and meditation instruction at the Hermitage. Ven. Pannadipa is an excellent counselor who takes a very practical approach to spirituality.

As ever, come with questions and comments.

FCC Adult Discussion Forum: Marriage Part Two: Theology

FCC Adult Discussion Forum: Marriage Part Two-Theology:

Hi all, Our own Rev. Barbara Rathbun will conclude this two part series, this Sunday, December 4, at 9:15.

Also remember the Holiday Cookie and Used Book Sale on Saturday from 10-1. Many culinary and literary treats await.l

Please spread the word about both events. Thanks