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250th EVENTS
Family Celebration Sunday
Sunday, 10/24, 10AM
Click to see an original New Norfolk Hymn introduced during this service.
Save the Flock Sunday
Sunday, 10/31, 10AM
Revisit drama of 1787 when worship ended due to wolves sighted on Haystack Mountain. Worship begins in sanctuary and ends next to the pond at Haystack Mountain.
Please plan to carpool.
Click to see photos from "Save the Flock" Sunday.
Sunday, November 7th - 10AM
Dedication of Commissioned Anthem,
“Let the Word of Christ” by Paul Halley
Join us in worship to hear the premiere of this
special commissioned work. A special luncheon
reception will follow worship in Battell Chapel.
Click to see the Choir performing the anthem.
Birthday Bash & Dance!
Saturday, 11/20, 7-11PM
Featuring live music by “Magic Moments,” hot hors d’ oeuvres, BYOB), and dancing in the Chapel.
Click to see photos of the Birthday Bash & Dance.
250th
Anniversary Book
Available Soon!
Reserve your copy of this beautiful commemorative tribute today. $42 per copy. Call the church office to order (860) 542-5721.
Click for an order form.
Sunday, 12/5, 10AM
Anticipating Our Future
Help fill the church
(250 + people for 250 years!) as our youth lead worship.
Click here for photos of Sunday services.
Christmas Eve
Friday, 12/24, 5PM
Pageant at 5 PM
Birthday Cupcakes
to follow.
Living Creche
In the Chapel
Evening Bonfire
Church Lawn
Candlelight & Communion Service
10 PM, Sanctuary.
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250th Anniversary Book
A book celebrating the 250th Anniversary of Church of Christ will soon be available! It will feature an abundance of images accompanied by quotes and other texts to tell the story of this wonderful congregation. See order forms in the church and chapel, or call the office 542-5721 to reserve copies. What a great Christmas gift!!
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| 250th Gala Bash!
SAVE THE DATE
Saturday, November 20
7PM to 11 PM
Please plan to join us for a once-in-a-lifetime party in celebration of the 250th Anniversary of Church of Christ. This delightful evening will feature the live music of “Magic Moments”, catered hot appetizers, beverages (and BYOB), and a dance floor in Battell Chapel. Tickets are $20 each. Call 542-5721.
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| Click to read "Excerpts from Sermons and Services Through the Years" |
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| 250th Anniversary Fair (Click for more information) |
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The 250th Banner
If you have not already seen it, please be sure to admire the 250th anniversary banner that is hanging over the entrance to the church. Thank you to Nina Ritson for designing the beautiful logo and Lyn Patrick for having the banner made. It is a stunning tribute to our church’s rich history!
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| 250th Anniversary Banner (Click to enlarge) |
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| 250th Anniversary Words & Music Sampler |
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Celebrate our 250th Anniversary with us! Click on the CD image or the link here to listen to selections from the 250th Anniversary Words and Music Sampler CD compiled by Minister of Music Elizabeth Allyn.
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2010 Cottage Meetings
A series of cottage meetings took place in members' homes and at church in order to gather ideas for strengthening the church's mission as we plan for our 251st year. The output from these meetings was compiled and presented at the Annual Meeting on June 27, 2010. The ideas were ranked according to the number of votes cast for each. Click here to see these results.
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