FCUCC Forum Reminder

 This Sunday, August 2 at 9:15 – FAITH, FACTS and BELIEFS.....3 big ideas heard in churches, hospital rooms and coffee shops.   What can they mean?   And which one do you find yourself thinking and talking about?   A discussion with retired minister and psychologist, Larry Anderson.

FCUCC Forum Reminder

This Sunday, July 26 at 9:15  will be the first session of our WRITERS' ROUNDTABLE.

There are many talented writers among our congregation. Today we inaugurate a new Forum tradition featuring some of them. Individual writers will present a sample of their work, whether prose or poetry. The Roundtable will be chaired by writer Rand Bishop who has "rounded up" some of the many writers to begin the series. Discussion will also be held to decide some of the parameters of future Roundtables. 

If you can't attend this Forum, but might like to participate in future Roundtables, see Rand or email him at randsemail@yahoo.com

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This Sunday, July 19 at 9:15 – CONVERSATION ON SPIRITUAL PRACTICE OF TESTIMONY Join our ongoing conversation on each of the ten spiritual practices that our Fall Ashley Lecturer, Diana Butler Bass, finds in vibrant and growing congregations. The fifth practice is Testimony. See the Chronicle article with highlights from Bass' book and reflection questions, and join the lively Forum conversation. Each Conversation stands alone; prior participation is not a pre-requisite. Led by Gary Cyphers, Church Moderator. 

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This Sunday July 12 at 9:15 – FROM GLOBAL WARMING TO CLIMATE CHANGE A Power Point slide presentation outlining the recognition of GLOBAL WARMING in 1957 to its present status. Its production of severe draught in the Southwest will be analyzed. Measures to minimize its other looming threats will be discussed. Presenter: Dr. Stanley Dienst is a retired transplant surgeon. He is a longtime member of Physicians for Social Responsibility. (wncpsr.org)

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This Sunday, July 5 at 9:15 – AN OPEN DISCUSSION OF LAST WEEKEND'S LECTURER Last weekend we were privileged to have as our presenter John Philip Newell, noted scholar of Celtic Spirituality, peacemaker, retreat leader and author. Today we will have an open discussion of the ideas, insights and open hearts left in Reverend Newell's wake. You are invited to join Larry Anderson and the O'Keefes for a stimulating discussion. 

Happy, healthy Fourth!

FCUCC Adult Forum & Prayer Vigil Reminder

Please spread the word about all the Ashley Lectures & the Prayer Vigil. Thanks. 

NOTE: FOR THIS SUNDAY'S FORUM ONLY: This Forum will be held in the Sanctuary and will begin at 9:00 am.(Dr. Newell will also be offering the sermon at the Worship Service which begins at 10:30.) 

This Sunday, June 28 – Walter E. Ashley Memorial Lectures, Distinguished Lecturer Rev. Dr. John Philip Newell is an ordained Church of Scotland Minister, noted scholar of Celtic Spirituality, peacemaker, retreat leader and widely-read author of 15 books, including The Rebirthing of God: Christianity's Struggle for New Beginnings. Formerly Warden of Iona Abbey in the Western Isles of Scotland, he is now companion theologian for the American Spirituality Center of Casa del Sol at Ghost Ranch in New Mexico and co-founder of Heartbeat: A Journey Towards Earth's Wellbeing.

ALSO:

Interfaith Vigil for the Loss of Nine Lives at

Charleston's Mother Emanuel AME Church 

 

The Henderson County NAACP invites people of all faiths and good will to a vigil to be held on Monday, June 29 @ 12:00 noon. We will gather at the First Congregational Church of Hendersonville located at 1735 5^th Avenue West; the intersection of 5^th Avenue and White Pine Street.

 

Through a litany of prayers, we will mourn the lives lost in the Mother Emanuel Church tragedy of June 17. We pray the families of the deceased retain their strength and love already demonstrated to the nation. 

 

Join with us to stand together as a community-with love-against racism and hatred.

 

 

FCUCC- Ashley Lectures

Hi Forum Friends,

Please remember to get your tickets and spread the word near and far about this great combination of lectures and music.

"Challenge Your Thinking, Inspire Your Faith"

Hendersonville: John Philip Newell , the first speaker in the semi-annual Walter E. Ashley Lecture Series of 2015 will be featured on Friday, June 26 at 7:00 p.m., Saturday, June 27 at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. and Sunday, June 28 at 9:00 and 10:30 a.m in the Sanctuary of First Congregational United Church of Christ, 1735 W. Fifth Ave. An internationally-known author, religious scholar and person of faith, This series unites the Celtic Spirituality of John Philip Newell with the music of Fran McKendree for a vibrant weekend of conversation and inspiration.  John Philip Newell, is a Church of Scotland minister in Edinburgh and the author of the best-selling  book Listening to the Heartbeat of God and most  recently The Rebirthing of God: Christianity's Struggle for New Beginnings.   Fran McKendree led his folk-rock ensemble McKendree Spring, which played venues from Fillmore East to Carnegie Hall.  Fran found his calling in contemplative Christian music, bringing music as worship to retreats.  Tickets for the entire weekend, including all lectures, lunch and Saturday night's Wine/Cheese Reception and Concert with Fran McKendree and friends are $100. Individual lecture tickets can be purchased for$25. Saturday night's Wine/Cheese Reception (6:00)and Concert(7:15) tickets are $35.Tickets available on-line with PayPal or Malaprop's Bookstore - Asheville, Highland Books - Brevard, Hendersonville Travel and Tourism Center or First Congregational United Church of Christ. For more information, call 692-8630, or visit fcchendersonville.org.

 

The second lecturer in the series, Bishop John Shelby Spong, is set for Sept. 25-27, 2015

 

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