THE BELFRY. The 5 th Annual Bruce E Hartel Memorial Antique Car Show Sunday, August 27 th. September 24, 2017 Worship begins at 9:30 a.m.

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1 THE BELFRY The 5 th Annual Bruce E Hartel Memorial Antique Car Show Sunday, August 27 th September 24, 2017 Worship begins at 9:30 a.m. HUNTINGTON CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 19 Church Street Shelton, Connecticut Phone Website: hcc@snet.net The Rev. Lucille L. Fritz, Minister James T. Bruni, Minister of Music Kirsten E. Keith, Director of Christian Ed Karen S. Boroski, Editor/Office Manager

2 From Our Minister Dear Folks, Summer has certainly flown by. The old saying is so true, Time waits for no one. Minutes, hours, days, weeks, month, years, and decades pass. One day you are a school kid, the next a senior citizen. Each passing year brings change and uncertainty. But, no matter the change or uncertainty, God, who transcends time and space is constant. With God in our lives and in our hearts, we can face the days with hope and strength. And, in Christ, we know that God wants what is best for each one of us, an abundant life. So, that is up to us to embrace this life, working not just for ourselves, but for all humanity, so others may have a chance for that abundance as well. It is using the time we have to enjoy life, to live life to the fullest, to give with grace and love with passion. Time waits for no one is true, but, we can make the most of the time we have, trusting in God, and showing God s love throughout the whole of our lives. In Christ s love, Rev. Lucille ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ NEW MEMBERS CLASS Rev. Lucille will be holding a new members class following worship on Sunday, September 24 in the library. Even if you are a not so new member, but would like to brush up on church essentials, stop on by! All are welcome! BRUCE E. HARTEL MEMORIAL 5 th ANNUAL ANTIQUE CAR SHOW Sunday, August 27, :00 PM 4:00PM Huntington Congregational Church, UCC parking lot, 19 Church Street, Shelton, CT (across from the Huntington Green) All antique vehicles welcome (1987 and prior) All car clubs and individual owners are encouraged to attend People s Choice Awards Voting closes at 3:00PM Demonstrations/ Show and Tell encouraged throughout the day NO ADMISSION FEE Donations accepted and appreciated - to benefit American Cancer Society and Huntington Congregational Church, UCC Bruce E. Hartel Memorial Organ Fund Food and drinks will be available for purchase Free parking for spectators. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Any questions, please contact Robin Hartel or carshow@huntingtonucc.org Please call Robin if you can help!

3 ALL CHURCH OUTDOOR WORSHIP & PICNIC On Sunday, September 17 th, we will enjoy an OUTDOOR WORSHIP SERVICE AT 11 AM followed by the ALL CHURCH PICNIC located at the Parsonage: 160 Huntington Street. ALL ARE WELCOME! Huntington Congregational Church, UCC Sunday School Registration Name of Parent(s)/Guardians(s) Address Phone address Please complete one section for each child you are registering: Child's name: Date of birth Age Grade JUST A REMINDER HCCUCC Website: HCCUCC Blog: Like us on Facebook!! Allergies/Medical/Developmental Information: Special Interests/activities: Child's name: Date of birth Age Grade Allergies/Medical/Developmental Information: Special Interests/activities: Child's name: THE CHOIR NEW and Returning Members The Choir welcomes new members! No experience is necessary. Rehearsals will resume for previous and new members at 7:15 p.m. on Thursday, September 21, 2017 in the Sanctuary. The Choir will begin singing in worship on Rally Sunday, September 24 th. Come and join this dedicated group! Date of birth Age Grade Allergies/Medical/Developmental Information: Special Interests/activities: Designated individuals who will be allowed to pick up your child from HCCUCC and their relationship to your child.

4 Sunday Worship & Where? 160 Huntington Street (Parsonage) When? September 17, 2017 Time? Worship at 11 a.m. Picnic to follow worship service $5- Per person or $10- Per family Come for lunch and fun activities!!! Hot dogs, hamburgers and drinks will be provided Please bring your favorite dish- salads, fruit, desserts Whatever your specialty is!!! RSVP by September 13 th Feel free to bring blankets and lawn chairs If you have any questions please call The church office A few slots open: Huntington Center Nursery School (HCNS) Extended Day Available ENROLLING NOW Contact our Director, Linda Rizzitelli at for a visit Huntington Center Nursery School 19 Church Street, Shelton, CT HuntingtonCenterNurserySchool.com Like us on Facebook Name: Adults Children Total $ Will bring: I am willing: To grill Help set up Help clean-up We congratulate James Liddel & Carrie Potter on their nuptials August 12, James is the son of Mary Jane & Bob Liddel.

5 (Thank you continued) Dear the Huntington Congregational Church, Thank you so much for your generosity in giving out these scholarships. I will be attending Northeastern University in the upcoming Fall to pursue a Computer Engineering degree. As college costs increase exponentially and annually, and I look over the long list or required items for college, I am even more grateful for the church s generosity. Thank you again for your vote of confidence in my future. Sincerely, David Keith I just wanted to thank the Church Council for rewarding me with a scholarship. That money will be used to purchase my school books for the semester. Thank you again, Matthew Zelanin NEIGHBORS IN NEED To whom it may concern, Thank you for the scholarship. This scholarship helps tremendously with the books I need to continue my education. Once again thank you very much. - Quinton Hongo Hi Everyone, I want to thank you all for the scholarship for school! With prices of books and tuition continuously going up, every bit counts and I am fortunate to count on all your generosity. Being up at UConn from my church family is hard, but I keep you all in my thoughts as I move forward though the rest of this year and always. I am excited to see a light at the end of the tunnel and that light with be reached (fingerscrossed no bumps) in 3 semesters! Miss you all and thank you again! Joyful Love, Ace Ricker Neighbors in Need helps make another world possible. Please give generously to support this annual UCC offering. Envelopes will be in the pews on October 1 st and can also be found in the alcove. Donations may also be made through EFT. This offering will be collected on Sunday, October 8 th. Would You Like to Help? Every Sunday we need Greeters, Ushers and folks to take care of Refreshments for Fellowship Hour. If you are able to participate in any of these areas, please contact Linda Sember at

6 WOMEN S FELLOWSHIP NEWS PUMPKIN & HOLLY FAIR Friday, November 17, :30 P.M. 8:00 P.M. Saturday, November 18, :30 A.M. 2:30 P.M. Gifts of the Heart School Supplies Needed HCC-UCC Women s Fellowship will be participating in filling the Gifts of the Heart school bag kits in the spring of next year. Children s School Bags are always needed by Church World Service, who will distribute these to needy children here in our country and around the world. Since school supplies are readily available and reasonable as we prepare our children for school, while shopping for your children, can you help our WF fill our goal of 50 school kits by donating one or more of the following items: Items needed for each kit are: ~ 3 spiral notebooks-70 count ~1 pair blunt scissors (rounded) ~ 1 hand-held pencil sharpener ~ 6 new pencils w/erasers ~ 1 12 ruler (30 centimeters) ~1 box 24 crayons (only 24) ~ 1 large eraser Please leave any gifts in the CWS Box in Fellowship Hall. Many thanks for your help with our mission project. There are many opportunities for everyone to make the Pumpkin & Holly Fair a success. We are looking for a Chairperson for the Christmas Fantasy. Also, help is needed for jams & jellies, candy makers, and soup makers. Interested in making Christmas crafts? Crafters are meeting every Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. in Reuman House. No experience necessary. Let us know where you are interested in helping. Future Belfry articles will talk about other areas of the fair where volunteers are needed. It takes many workers to make our fair a success. Please plan to join us and share in the fellowship. Pumpkin & Holly Fair Co-Chairs: Terri Johnston, Justine Connery, Judy Tucker, Jaqui Olivo Laura Salvio, Material Aids ~~ NOTICE TO ALL COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS All budgets are due to the Trustees Co-Chairs NO LATER THAN SUNDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2017.

7 Minister Rev. Lucille L. Fritz Moderator Laura Salvio Minister of Music James T. Bruni Director of Christian Education Kirsten E. Keith Trustees Co-chairs Bob Sember & Ed Zinsky Women s Fellowship President Sue Lindley Huntington Center Nursery School Director/Teacher Linda Rizzitelli 9:30 am Sunday Worship/ Sunday School & Child Care Office Manager/ Belfry Editor Karen S. Boroski September 24, 2017 Worship begins at 9:30 a.m. Prayer List Marion Fairbanks Gertrude Wilson Barbara Grisgraber Lydia Fritz Ruth Johnston Rich Steinis Anne Pocevic Donald Gallant Sandy L. Joan Chonko Chris Schoennagel Mary Glynn Joan Risner Juli Lindsay Terri Haliy Bill Comcowich Seth Dallaire Bob Ted K. Faith E. Emily M. RJ Sember Gail Pivarnik Irma Geher Don McEwen Tom Symski Muriel Csire Jessica Tillson Barbara Ann Walls Michelle Parker-Baricko Elizabeth Smith Arlene & Steve Grey Danny & Sue Schmitt Congratulations to the following couples who will celebrate wedding anniversaries in September: 4 Pat & Frank Keegan, Jane & Tom Ryder 5 Jean & Charles Vollaro 8 Pat & John Balkonis 15 Cindy & Jeffrey Kane 18 Arlene & Steven Grey 20 Sue & Dan Schmitt, Linda & Bill Simics 22 Linda & Gordon Harris to the following who will celebrate during the month of September: 1 Charles Bures 2 Stephen Corrone 4 Ray Oppel, Jane Ryder 5 Debbie Oppel 8 Pat Balkonis, Daniel St. George 11 Carl Salvio 12 Diane Wilkes 18 Bob Margolies 20 John Balkonis, Schuyler Wells 21 Valerie Mingrone 24 Paul Zelanin, Mackenzie St. Germain 26 Alex Harris 30 Lin Mulford, Debby Sands

8 2017 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY :30am Communion Worship/child care LABOR DAY Spooner House Meal - DEACONS Offices Closed 7pm-Vitality meeting 6:30pm-Missions 7pm- Trustees meeting 7pm- Crafts - RH meeting :30am Worship Rev. Lucille s Prayer Day 1pm-FH uage 7:15pm-WF Ex. Brd. 7pm- Council meeting 7:15pm-WF meeting am Outdoor Worship & 7pm- Crafts - RH 7:15pm-Choir rehearsal :30am Worship/Sunday School/child care 10:30am-New Members Class 9:30am-Jams & Jellieskitchen 7:15pm-Diaconate meeting 7pm- Crafts - RH Karen away 9:30am-Jams & Jellieskitchen 7:15pm-Choir rehearsal You may view the Belfry & Calendar on our website at 6:30am-Jams & Jellieskitchen 10am-Historical Society Tea FH 5pm-McEwen Memorial-FH