Letter from the Board of Elders
Congregational Letter February 25, 2022
Sunday, May 10
Our services allow for preferences in worship style and family convenience: the early service at 8:30 a.m. is more informal, while the latter at 11:00 a.m. is more traditional. Come worship with us at the time of your choice. During the Discipleship/Sunday School hour adults meet in the Community Room for the Annual Meeting. ANNUAL MEETING: This Sunday, May 10, 9:45-10:45 am in the Community Room, we will gather for our Annual Congregational Meeting. Regular adult Discipleship classes will not…
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