Sunday Service Schedule
English
and Malayalam Services alternate every Sunday
Malayalam on 1st, 3rd, & any 5th Sundays
English on 2nd & 4th Sundays
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10:30 - 11:45 AM
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Sunday School
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10:45 - 11:45 AM
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Adult Bible Study
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12:00 PM
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Worship Service
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Sunday Meetings Schedule (after service)
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1st Sundays
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Board of Trustees Meeting
Choir Practice
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2nd Sundays
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Youth Fellowship Meeting
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3rd Sundays
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Women's Fellowship Meeting
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4th Sundays
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Laity Fellowship Meeting
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All Sundays
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Malayalam Classes
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Holy Week Services
Palm Sunday: Palm Sunday,
the day we remember as the day of our Lord Jesus' triumphant entry to
the city of Jerusalem was observed on March 16. Our members marched around
the church holding palms and singing 'Hosanna' to the highest, reminded
the event that took place around two thousand years ago. Worship service
was held after the procession.
Maundy Thursday
The day commemorates the Last
Supper of Christ and His twelve disciples and the institution of the Holy
Eucharist was observed on Thursday, March 20th. Most of our members attended
this special service.
Good Friday Service
Good Friday service was held
on March 21, Friday at the main Sanctuary. Mr. Philip Itty, Mr. Ipe Varghese,
Mr. Varghese Easow Mathew, Mr. Kevin Eapen, Mrs. Marykutty Varkey, Mrs.
Rachel Cherian (NJ) and Mrs. Shanthi Sam shared their reflections based
on the last seven verses of our Lord Jesus Christ from the Cross. Our
Achen, Rev. Mathew P. George led the opening service and the intercessory
prayers. Refreshments were provided after the service. Thanks to those
families who brought refreshments.
Easter Sunday
We shared the joy of our Savior's
resurrection with millions around the world on this special day. Our worship
service started at 6 a. m and Holy Eucharist was celebrated during the
service. Our choir presented two songs based on the resurrection and a
slide show was also presented after the service. There was an exciting
'egg hunt' was held for the children. Thanks to Mr. Ajo Cherian and the
leaders of our Youth Fellowship members who organized the slide show presentation
and the egg hunt. Special Thanks to our choir leaders and members for
presenting the special songs.
Women's Sunday
Our congregation observed March
2nd as the Women's Sunday of the year. Women's Fellowship members lead
the worship service in many ways. Mrs. Leelamma Ipe delivered the special
message. Women's Fellowship members presented a song before the dedication
prayer. A bake sale was also arranged after the service.
The proceeds from the bake sale goes to help a needy family in Kerala
to support their daughter's education. Thanks to all who led the worship
service. Sincere thanks to all who generously contributed to the Fund
raising efforts. Special thanks the leaders of our Women's Fellowship
for organizing this program.
World Day of Prayer
The joint World day of prayer
was held at the St. Thomas Mar Thoma Church in Yonkers. Rev. Mathew P.George
delivered sermon during the service. Around 15 members from our congregation
attended this prayer meeting.
Lenten Prayer Meetings:
Lenten prayer meetings were
held at following residences:
February 16: Mr. Kurien Mathew's
residence
February 23: Parsonage
March 1: Parsonage
March 15: Mr. Cherian P. Cherian' s residence
Thanks to our Achen and the above mentioned families for hosting prayer
meetings.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Parish Day
Our Congregation celebrates
its 14th Anniversary on April 10. Let us sincerely thank our God for guiding
us all these years. We went through good times as well as tough times;
but God has been with us in all our troubles. Let us use this opportunity
to thank Him and praise Him for His mercy and guidance. As a congregation,
we will observe April 13, Sunday as Parish Day to show our gratitude to
our Almighty God. Please mark you calendar and attend the worship service
with our families. The service starts at 10 a.m. on that Sunday.
Monthly Prayer meeting
There will be a prayer meeting
at the parsonage on April 5 at 6:30 p.m. All members are invited to attend
this prayer meeting.
UCC New York Metro Association Spring Meeting
UCC NY Metro association spring
meeting will be held on April 26, 2008 at Christava Tamil Koil Church,
NY.
Cottage Prayer Meeting
There will be a cottage prayer
meeting at the residence of Mr. Philip Itty (99 West Burda Place, New
City, NY 10956 ) on April 19, Saturday at 6:30 p.m. All Families are invited
to this prayer meeting.
Family Retreat-2008
This year's Family retreat
will be held from August 22-24 at Grace
Manor Retreat Center,
Greenville, NY This center is only 2 hours drive from Yonkers and fully
furnished with modern amenities. Please note these dates and plan ahead
to attend this spiritually enriching program. Please register your names
with Mr. Sam Kuruvilla, Coordinator of Retreat-2008, as early as possible.
Please uphold the retreat and its preparations in our prayers.
PLEASE NOTE
Cottage Prayer meetings
Please open up our homes for
more fellowship meetings this year. Please pay particular attention to
this matter. When we arrange prayer meetings, please give less priority
to food and other refreshments. This year, Laity Fellowship is taking
responsibility to arrange prayer meetings and please see Achen or Mr.
Cherian P. Cherian for more details.
Refreshments
March 9 - Mr. George Samuel
& Family
March 16 - Mr. Vinu Koshy & Family
March 21 - Mr. Cherian P. Cherian, Mr. David George, Mr. Thomas Mathew,
Mr. Cherian Thomas, Mr. Varghese Ipe, Mr. P.V. Chacko
March 30 - Mr. Sam Kuruvilla & Family
If you wish to provide refreshments, please contact Mrs. Marykutty Varkey.
From the Treasurer
Thank you for your support
and cooperation in our financial matters. Please pay your monthly subscription
and other dues on a monthly basis to avoid last minute rush. It eases
the burden and help our church to meet its financial obligations. Our
daily expenses are met by our generous contributions. Remember, God loves
a cheerful giver. Giving should be from your heart.
Conference Call Prayer
We conduct a weekly conference
call prayer and Bible study led by our Achen every Wednesday night at
9 PM. If you wish to join, the conference call number and access code
is published in the newsletter.
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