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Isaiah 61 Fund Activated to Help Lemieux Family

Lisa Lemieux and her daughters, Emma, Alissa and Amber had just moved into a new rental home next to the First Baptist Church in the last few weeks. On Wednesday, April 2, 2008 their home and all of their worldly possessions were destroyed in a fire caused by a natural gas explosion that also destroyed the church and another home. Thankfully, the Lemieux family was not at home and they were not injured. But they have tremendous needs for clothing, bedding, linens, furniture, appliances, dishes, etc. They have temporary housing with a family member so the immediate need does not include furniture. That will come a little later.

Recognizing our desire to support this family in physical and visible ways, in addition to our daily prayers, we have activated a fund that will be used to assist the Lemieuxs. The ISAIAH 61 FUND takes its name from chapter 61 of Isaiah where God announces the intention to "bring good news to the afflicted and to heal the broken-hearted...". Contributions to the ISAIAH 61 FUND will be devoted to paying the costs that the Lemieuxs will face in the weeks ahead as they put their lives back together in a new home. Contributions may be sent to the

First Congregational United Church of Christ

P.O. Box 273

Oconomowoc, Wisconsin 53066-0273.

Checks should be made out to First Congregational U.C.C., and please be sure to note: ISAIAH 61 FUND on your check. Thank you.

This link also gives more information about the family. www.oconomowocexplosion.wordpress.com

6th Annual Golf Outingheld Monday, July 28th, 2008 at Kettle Moraine Golf Club. Click for more registration and information.

Women's Bible Study- Wednesdays at 1:00 P.M. will begin a new series on New Testament Women of the Bible, starting June 4th. Join us for a potluck lunch at 12:30 P.M. on May 28th followed by a video by Ken Davis. Call Trudy Muris at 262-567-5695 for more information.

Registration for Church Camp has started. The books are in the office! Pilgrim Camp and Moon Beach have wonderful opportunities for children of all ages (also parents & grandparents). Our Church Youth Fund pays 50% of each member’s child attending church camp. For those 2nd grade and younger we pay 100%. Service log books are available for the 3rd grade & older to record 7 volunteer projects to earn another 35% discount. Bring your completed registration forms to the church office and we will send them in with the deposit. If you have questions call the church office. Check out www.ucci.org for camp information.

Parenting with Love and Logic. The popular parenting class returns May 4th and runs 7 Sundays thru June 15th. There are two times to take the class—3-5 p.m. or 6-8 p.m. Childcare provided. The class helps parents to raise their child’s self-esteem; Lower their level of anger/frustration; Become accountable for their actions; Develop healthy consequences that WORK; Share control through choices; Spend less time with discipline and More time enjoying their children. Class tuition of church members is donated back to the church! Sign up and bring your friends. Call Les Prausa to sign-up (262-567-0272 or 262-893-3331).

UCC Ul t i mat e Cr azy Camp: “Getting Fit for Jesus” July 7-10th, 2008 1-4 pm
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It’s VBS with an active twist! Frisbee golf, crab soccer, partner volleyball, and water balloons are just some of the ways we’ll “get fit for Jesus”. Join us for a week of action, learning, and working together - all in the name of Jesus.
“We do it for the prize that will last forever” 1 Corinthians 9:25
Cost: $25/child (includes a camp t-shirt) *
Who: Children ages 5K-5th grade (2007/2008 school year)
Where: First Congregational UCC, 815 South Concord, Oconomowoc, WI 53066

Announcements:

Calling ALL VBS Volunteers: We are meeting today in the Youth Room immediately following worship. We’ll be done by 11:30 am. Food will be servedJ

Our Annual Golf Outing is Monday, July 28th, at the Kettle Moraine Golf Club. Mark your calendars and sign-up on the insert provided in the bulletin. Golf, lunch, dinner, silent auction, raffle and much more to look forward to! Bring a non-member to golf and you will receive one dozen “Niki” golf balls. You don’t golf? Then join us for the dinner, auction & raffle!

Adult Bible Studies:
Women’s Bible Study will not be meeting on Wednesday, July 2nd. We will meet again the following Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. to continue studying “New Testament Women of the Bible”
Men’s Friday Bible Study normally meets from 7:00 to 8:00 a.m. on Fridays, but will be on break until the next time we meet again on July 11. Our resource guide is “Keeping Holy Time”. We study the Bible readings that will be read in worship that same week.

Registration for Church Camp is still going! Our scholarship program for camp is one of the best in the state. Call Jo in our office for more information. Check out www.ucci.org for camp information.

Scrip is available in Fellowship Hall. Scrip makes great gift cards and all proceeds go for our youth.

The “Mixers” Group for Craftfest are in need of wide-mouth quart sized canning jars. Donations can be brought to the church office.

From spring through fall our Mission Sisters at New Hope Missionary Baptist Church in Milwaukee have clothing give-aways one Saturday a month and are grateful for the clothing we take them. Please put your clean & folded, gently used clothing in bags and leave them in the green cans labeled “New Hope Clothing” at the foot of the stairs by the church office. Thank you for your generosity!

Don’t forget to sign your children up for Vacation Bible School which will be held July 7th through the 10th.

Ex. Lrg. Garbage Bags for sale: $20/box of 90 bags. All proceeds go to the organ fund. See a choir member to purchase some. Make checks out to 1st Congregational and in the memo: Organ Fund – garbage bags.

Hearts & Hands Christian Preschool is taking registrations now for the fall. We have a wonderful preschool, so pass the word to your friends and neighbors. Contact Cindy Meckl 567-2558.

Stewardship Ministry is forming the Memorial Fund Committee. We need 3 members of the congregation to take part. The Committee promotes the fund, encourages contributions in memory of loved ones, and assists with decisions about expenditures from the fund. If interested, contact a Stewardship Ministry member or the church office.

Neighborhood Group Leaders are needed in the North LaBelle Ave. neighborhood and one in the Nashotah/Pewaukee neighborhood. If you live in either of these neighborhoods, would like to be a part of the Neighborhood Group Leaders, but would like to know more about what they do contact either Cathy Daane or Deb Bursinger.

Community Service Opportunity: Connect with a Local Senior or Help with One Time Yard Work
· An 82 year old Oconomowoc lady who lives on Main Street has waited for 2 months for one time yard work assistance, including raking of yard debris, pulling weeds, and washing first floor windows.
· A 90 year old man living on 2nd Street in Oconomowoc would really appreciate a friendly visitor twice a month, any day or time. He is alert and interested in crosswords, puzzles, his cat, and discussing his travels. Please consider brightening his day and yours by contacting Carrie Lee Anderson at Interfaith Senior Programs at (262) 549-3348, ext. 228.

We collect items for Guest House Men’s Homeless Shelter that are always needed: Liquid Soap, Disposable Razors, Socks, Underwear, Spray Deodorant, etc. Leave your donations in kitchen hallway.

The Monthly Community Meal is Monday, June 30th from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. at Dr. Martin Luther Church. Everyone is invited to this free meal. Also, can you help clean-up? See the sign-up sheet on the kiosk.

We celebrate the Sacrament of Holy Communion at both Services on the 1st Sunday of the month & also at the 8:00 worship on the 3rd Sunday.

Newsletter – e-mail uccoffice@oconomowocucc.org or call 567-4461

July 4th Celebration: Please join Chuck and Maggie Hollis at their home in Nashotah, for dessert and fireworks on July 4th at 7:30p.m. Bring a dessert to share and your best patriotic spirit. If you want to swim in Pine Lake, bring your suit and towel too. Fold out chairs are welcome. The fireworks will begin after dark. R.S.V.P. 262-367-9258