Greetings UCC Fort Lauderdale Family!
PLEASE TAKE THIS SURVEY...
This October, we will celebrate our congregation’s 70th Anniversary. For the past seven decades, our church has been a witness in our community, a home for spiritual growth, and a place of welcome and joy.
As we look toward the next 70 years, we want to hear from members and friends of this congregation. We are interested in what you love and value about this church, where you see needs for investment, and the places you feel God is leading us.
Please take the time to fill out this survey, accessible by the link below. We will use the findings from this survey for some strategic planning this fall and look forward to reading your responses.
And be on the lookout for updates from our Leadership Team about some amazing events happening this October!
Click this link for the SURVEY:
Out Clique Magazine is now a community partner with United Church of Christ Fort Lauderdale. Pastor Aaron Lauer will contribute a monthly article to the magazine. Visit the Out Clique Magazine website for exciting news and views!
Read All of Pastor Aaron's Out Clique Articles.
This months article: Seventy Years Young!
A UCCFTL WEEKLY SERIES
by Kathy Brodeur
UCCFTL Congregational Care Outreach
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And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, Hebrews 10:24
For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I among them.” Matthew 18:20
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SUMMER
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SUMMER GIVING CLUB
To keep the ministries of UCC Fort Lauderdale fully funded through the summer months, we invite you to join the "Summer Giving Club". There are no meetings or secret handshakes. All you have to do to join is to give the same amount of your regular offering one extra time during the summer. When you give your extra gift, please let us know that it is a Summer Giving donation. If you are not able to make an extra donation, please keep up with your regular giving through the summer months.
We are so grateful for your generosity!
SUNDAYS IN SEPTEMBER
UPCOMING WORSHIP SERVICE
ALL ARE WELCOME!
September 8, 2024
10:30am
Morning Worship Service with Pastor Aaron Lauer
THE SEASON OF CREATION
Our Worship Services are live-streamed and can also be viewed at any time on our website at LIVE WORSHIP
SEPTEMBER 8
PASTOR APPRECIATION SUNDAY
Coming on September 8!
Come celebrate Pastor Appreciation Sunday with us on Sunday, September 8 at 10:30 a.m. during our morning worship service as we honor Reverend Aaron Lauer for his dedication and service.
SEPTEMBER 8
PATHS TO PRAYER
A 4-week class beginning Sunday, September 8
9:30am-10:15am, in James Chapel
Paths to Prayer is an invitation to explore the yearnings of your heart and seek God in your daily life. This class will provide an opportunity to learn about, experience, and reflect on types of prayer especially suited to busy lives.
Week 1 – Conversations and questions about prayer
Week 2 – Breath Prayer: A short prayer of petition or praise that helps us become aware of the presence of God.
Week 3 – The Examen: A way of assessing our lives before God regularly.
Week 4 – Lectio Divina: A way of encountering God (especially in scripture) in contrast to disciplines of study and theological reflection.
St. Benedict reminds us that we are always beginners on the spiritual journey. So, whether you pray often or rarely, whether prayer is a comfort or a conundrum - this class is for you. There are no requirements to participate other than seeking God with an open heart.
Classes will be animated by Rev. Brad Lutz, a UCC minister (retired) and spiritual director.
SEPTEMBER 11
Lunch Bunch
Wednesday, September 11, 12:30 pm
MOM'S KITCHEN
1940 NE 45th St, Fort Lauderdale
Our monthly Lunch Bunch is an opportunity to gather with our church family for some good food, conversation, and support. No agenda! Just come as you are and be a part of some quality.
Please RSVP with Louis at admin@uccftl.org
SEPTEMBER 15
JAM and ALL Interfaith Potluck, Sunday, September 15, 1 p.m.
Unity Fort Lauderdale, (261 SE 13th Ave, Pompano Beach, FL 33060)
FREE ADMISSION
Our friends at JAM and ALL will be hosting their annual Interfaith Potluck and we are invited to attend! This is an opportunity to get to know our siblings from other faiths and grow in understanding and friendship.
ON MONDAYS
From Rev Jeff Wheeler...
Women In the Bible
Fall Monday ZOOM Discussions
Beginning Monday September 16 at 7:00pm
Our ZOOM discussion group will begin our studies on Women in the Bible. Some estimates say that there are over 93 women who speak in the Bible. Out of those 93, approximately 49 of them are given names. That accounts for about 1% of the written words in the New Revised Standard Version of the Bible. And yet, their value and contributions are immeasurable. Consider emailing me at (wheelerjeff@bellsouth.net) if you are interested in participating. We will be sending out a weekly link to the zoom discussion on Sundays and Mondays.
Here are the planned dates and names. Starting in the Old Testament:
September 16 we will discuss Ruth and Esther led by Jeff Wheeler
September 23 we will discuss Sarah and Tamar led by Bob Wolfe
September 30 we will discuss Judith & Deborah (Warriors & Women of Valor) led by Pastor Emily
Discussions in the New Testament:
October 7 we will discuss Mary Mother of Jesus & Mary Magdalene led by Kathy Brodeur
October 14 we will discuss Women at the Well led by Pastor Emily
October 21 we will discuss Marriage & Family led by Bob Wolffe
October 28th we will end our discussions with Women in the Early Church led by Pastor Aaron.
Feel free to drop in to ZOOM when you are able. It is not necessary to feel you must attend each and every discussion, but we hope you will!
To participate in the zoom sessions use the button:
so we can send you a link to the Zoom session.
For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, Matthew 25:35
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You can make a difference!
IN SEPTEMBER
Ruth Ministry Food Pantry Drive
For the month of September, we are collecting food items for our Ruth Ministry Food Pantry. Below is a link to a list of items we need to feed those in our community with good, nutritious meals each Thursday. You can drop off your donations any time throughout the week Sunday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
AUGUST 1 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14
Caring Adults
School is almost in session, and Macy's is once again on a mission to support kids’ mental health in partnership with JED and NAMI!
From August 1 through September 14, customers who shop at Macy’s will be able to round up at checkout in store or donate online at macys.com to support NAMI and The Jed Foundation. And, at macys.com online only, Macy’s will match donations!
SEPTEMBER 28
OUR NEXT UCC ADOPT-A-STREET CLEANUP IS SCHEDULED
for Sat. Sept. 28th at 9:30am
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
The United Church of Christ Fort Lauderdale sponsors a neighborhood street in support of our community. Our sponsored area is NE 6th Avenue between Oakland Park Blvd. and 26th Street.
The clean up only takes about 1 hour with 6-8 volunteers. All supplies are provided – collections bags, gloves, pickers, safety vests, etc. If you would like to volunteer or if you have any questions, please contact: Kathy Brodeur at 508-729-3062 and provide your name so we may expect you or complete our form.
Meet at Scandals Bar parking lot 3073 NE 6th Ave, Wilton Manors
Ruth Ministry
Ruth Ministry happens because of community support. Every Thursday, 20 to 30 volunteers donate their time and talents to serving others; yet Ruth Ministry is a 7-days-a-week operation of care and concern. Some of the volunteers are our church members but others come from throughout the community. People of different faiths, people who are searching to help others, people from all cultures and backgrounds make up our diverse community of volunteers. Everyone is welcome to come and volunteer.
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Congregational Care
Clergy and church leaders genuinely want to care for people in the congregation and community. UCC Congregational Care Ministry provides care, concern, compassion, prayer and support for families and individuals at various stages, places and circumstances of life and engages the congregation in service and community for one another. In need of care call us at 954-563-4271 or email at admin@uccftl.org.
A UCCFTL WEEKLY SERIES
by Kathy Brodeur
UCCFTL Congregational Care Outreach
MAKE SURE THAT YOU ARE UP-TO-DATE WITH YOUR VACCINES (continued)
Our UCC FTL was featured in a recent South Florida PBS Documentary, "Safe Spaces for LGBTQ+ Communities in South Florida l Your South Florida"
If you didn't see the PBS documentary this past week, there is the UCC segment link on FACEBOOK and as well as the FULL documentary link below:
UCC SEGMENT on Facebook, CLICK HERE: PRIDEFUL
