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voices . january 2007
a word from robin
a christmas present for darfur
To say that ministry at Mayflower church is one continuous series of surprises would be an understatement. These pilgrims are an extraordinary bunch, whether they are quietly delivering mobile meals, feeding and clothing the homeless, or healing sick children in Nicaragua -- it happens here with a kind of effortless grace! ::: more |
think on this
A growing number of dairy farmers have decided there’s money in manure. Cow manure – about 100 lbs. per animal per day – is collected and fed into a giant, airtight tank called a digester. Once in the digester, the manure is broken down by bacteria. The manure steeps for 20 to 100 days, emitting methane gas throughout. The methane gas can be captured and burned to make electricity. ::: more
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pies & gloves & hats & more
The 363 Group Christmas project was very successful and the Group thanks the congregation for being such a big part of this project. Once again our congregation was quite generous and provided us with the hats, gloves and pies we needed to provide each of our clients a nice Christmas gift bag (which also included a pair of socks, some candy, a hygiene kit and a Christmas card) during our meal on December 16. ::: more |
growing in wisdom and connections
education happenings at Mayflower
start the new year right - make a connection in a mayflower adult class
The power of the human connection can be inspirational, liberating, insightful. Mayflower offers multiple ways of connecting with fellow human beings and one of these places is the adult Sunday School hour. ::: more |
guild installs new officers, plans lunch & bridge gatherings for january
Plymouth Guild women enjoyed their annual Christmas brunch/party on Dec. 12. Vicki Wilcox presented a moving and delightful devotional. ::: more |
mayflower youth
flower power
my flower power gets a myspace!!
It maybe cold outside but at MY flower power things are hot! MY now has a myspace!! We'll also be cooking up ethnic food, learning tai chi and more! ::: more
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martha's circle annual white elephant gift exchange tues., jan 2
What’s a White Elephant Exchange? It’s an evening of giggles, groans, guffaws and good riddance to that dust collecting “whatchamacallit” you’ve had for years, or the recent gift for which you just can’t find a use. ::: more
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deacons' play dirty santa
If you've ever wondered what our hard-working deacons do to relax, check out these photos from their Christmas party in Dec. Warning: Some photos may not be suitable for viewing if you're a grinch. ::: more
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connect the dots
In 1948 a young man in Germany abandoned law study, favoring music theory, composition and conducting for his analytical mind. After furthering his work under his grandfather at Florida State University he labored as a coach and accompanist for opera singers and dancers, thus assisting the autocratic conductor Sir Georg Solti. ::: more
a note of thanks
A grateful thank you to Mayflower for the lovely flowers delivered, the phone calls, the cards in the mail box, the emails in the inbox, the food in the freezer, your prayers and your love. I am certain the healing from the back surgery will move more quickly because of you. How fortunate I am to be part of this church family.
-- Charlotte Lankard
news, notes & notices
Exchange students need homes, find help to stop smoking ... ::: more
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help wanted in education & youth programs
A variety of paid positions are available in Mayflower's education and youth programs. Come help us seed the world with centered, mindful, compassionate people. ::: more
of interest ...
sojourners magazine
Sojourners magazine articulates the biblical call to social justice, inspiring hope and building a movement to transform individuals, communities, the church, and the world. It's a comprehensive source for progressive spiritual information. The magazine was recently nominated for an Utne Independent Press Award for Spiritual Coverage and has a robust offering of online resources. Check it out here.
god's politics
Jim Wallis' blog, "God's Politics: a Blog by Jim Wallis and Friends," says the monologue of the Religious Right is over and a new conversation has begun! You can join the God's Politics dialogue with Jim Wallis and friends Brian McLaren, Amy Sullivan, Diana Butler Bass, Tony Campolo, Obery Hendricks, Noel Castellanos, Robert Franklin, Shane Claiborne, and others here.
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