Part 3 of the sermon series. "Gospel", which Pastor Chris Green titled, "Late, Busted, and Grateful."

“COVID Update from Pastor Chris: On Monday, June 14th, in the Town of Hanover, Ordinance 39 requiring the use of masks was suspended while outdoors and where social distancing can be maintained. While as of yet no clear communication has been made to Hanover residents and organizations, the latest guidance from the State of New Hampshire (May 17, 2021) is that masking and social distancing should still be maintained during indoor gatherings where one cannot know if all are vaccinated, regardless of one’s own vaccination status.  Reference:
https://www.dhhs.nh.gov/dphs/cdcs/covid19/documents/fully-vaccinated-guidance.pdf
"In accordance with the latest guidance from the state of New Hampshire, and in the absence of clear communication from the town, since we cannot know who is vaccinated and who isn’t, we will continue to wear masks and social distance when we gather indoors for public worship on Sunday mornings. I am personally watching this closely as my desire is that our public worship services continue to feel safe and welcoming for everyone who wants to come. When clear guidance is given from the Town of Hanover or when the State of New Hampshire updates its guidance, we will adjust accordingly. If you have any questions or concerns, please call me  [Pastor Chris].”

From the Etna Missions Committee --  Summertime update from  “Wycliffe Kids” (Wycliffe Bible Translators):  “Go on adventures with Kate & Mack this summer!”  Summer Around the World, Summer Bucket List, and a Summertime I Spy travel adventure -- information and downloadable PDFs with activities may be found at https://www.wycliffe.org/blog/posts/summer-adventures-with-kate-and-mack

Meal ministry - Opting in or out: if you are not currently receiving meal ministry emails and would like to (they are not frequent - just whenever we start a new schedule), please contact Christine Hoskin and she will add you to the distribution list. Likewise, if you are currently receiving the emails and would prefer not to, let Christine know that as well.

Transportation help needed: One of our congregation's members will need transportation to  physical therapy appointments for eight weeks following recent knee surgery.  Contact Christine Hoskin for information or to sign up.

Flower Signup:  For summer services in Hanover Center, which begin July 4th, congregation members are asked to provide the two flower bouquets. Contact Christine Hoskin with questions.

Chicken BBQ - June 26:  Make your reservations now! ½ chicken, coleslaw, beans, a roll, and a cookie - $15 per takeout meal.  Contact Elaine Hawthorne to make your reservation (required).

Etna Rummage Sale is back!  The Etna Ladies Aid is happy to announce that our Rummage Sale is back! The sale is Friday, June 25th, Noon to 5:00 PM and Saturday, June 26th, 9:00 AM to Noon at Trumbull Hall, Etna NH.
Donations of clean seasonal clothing and small household items in good condition accepted at Trumbull Hall Tuesday, June 22nd, to Thursday, June 24th. Please, no televisions, computers, or large furniture items.  Thank you for your support!

Part two in the series, "Gospel".  Pastor Chris Green delivers a sermon titled , "But Why?" on the story of Nicodemus with Jesus and God's great mercy on the cross in the Gospel of  John.

Meal ministry and Transportation help needed:  A member of our church family wil soonl be looking for some assistance with meals and for transportation to and from physical therapy following upcoming surgery.  Contact Christine Hoskin, or see this week's church email updates, for further information .

Outreach updates:  A big THANK YOU!! to everyone that helped with our last outreach collection for "The Maynard House".  We collected 259 dishwasher pods, 134 laundry pods, 385 disinfecting wipes, and 351 trash bags.  The outreach collections by our church family have had a very positive impact here in the Upper Valley.  Thanks you everyone for helping to spread God’s love.
Also, mark your calendars for our next outreach event, July 24th at 6:30PM, for our annual band concert on the Etna green.

Flower Signup:  For summer services in Hanover Center, which begin July 4th, congregation members are asked to provide the two flower bouquets. Contact Christine Hoskin  with questions or to sign up.

Chicken BBQ - June 26:  Make your reservations now! ½ chicken, coleslaw, beans, a roll, and a cookie - $15 per takeout meal.  Contact Elaine Hawthorne to make your reservation (required).

Etna Rummage Sale is back!  The Etna Ladies Aid is happy to announce that our Rummage Sale is back! The sale is Friday, June 25th, Noon to 5:00 PM and Saturday, June 26th, 9:00 AM to Noon at Trumbull Hall, Etna NH.
Donations of clean seasonal clothing and small household items in good condition accepted at Trumbull Hall Tuesday, June 22nd, to Thursday, June 24th. Please, no televisions, computers, or large furniture items.  Thank you for your support!

PThe first part in a series titled "Gospel", Pastor Chris Green's sermon, "That Kind of Love" is based on the familiar and beautiful scripture, John 3:16-`17.

Flower Signup:  For summer services in Hanover Center, which begin July 4th, congregation members are asked to provide the two flower bouquets. Contact Christine Hoskin  to sign up or if you have any  questions.  Thank you for your consideration.

Hanover Center Community Fellowship:  There has been a long-standing organization in the Hanover Center Church - the Hanover Center Women’s Fellowship. This organization is a service group for the Hanover Center Church. It runs fundraisers and community events, such as the Chicken Pie Supper and rummage sales (in years past), as well as provides funds for local church and community members in need and/or local nonprofit organizations, support for church member events such as illnesses, funerals, and weddings, and contributes to the upkeep and cleaning, repair, and renovation of the Hanover Center Church building.
The organization has just changed its name from the Hanover Center Women’s Fellowship to the Hanover Center Community Fellowship. This is an outward symbol of our goal to be more inclusive as we welcome everyone who would like to participate in providing the above services for the church. All are invited.
Christine Hoskin is the president of the organization and keeps an email list of anyone who would like to be notified when the Fellowship has an upcoming meeting or event. If you would like to be added to this list and participate in the organization at any time, please contact Christine. 
Our next event will be to clean the Hanover Center Church the last week of June, after the Chicken BBQ and before services begin on July 4th. All are welcome!

Traffic help needed:  Volunteers are needed to help direct traffic on Saturday, June 26th between 4:30 and 7:00 pm (there will be shifts) for the Chicken BBQ (see below). No skills required other than a willingness to stand by the Hanover Center Common and flag people so they know where they are going. Please contact Christine Hoskin to volunteer.

Chicken BBQ - June 26:  Make your reservations now! ½ chicken, coleslaw, beans, a roll, and a cookie - $15 per takeout meal.  Contact Elaine Hawthorne by email or phone‬ to make your reservation (required).

Etna Rummage Sale is back!  The Etna Ladies Aid is happy to announce that our Rummage Sale is back! The sale is Friday, June 25th, Noon to 5:00 PM and Saturday, June 26th, 9:00 AM to Noon at Trumbull Hall, Etna NH.
Donations of clean seasonal clothing and small household items in good condition accepted at Trumbull Hall Tuesday, June 22nd, to Thursday, June 24th. Please, no televisions, computers, or large furniture items.  Thank you for your support!

Bible Study:  Our spring Bible study is (still) on!  Join Pastor Chris on Sundays at 7:00 pm, live in Trumbull Hall or via Zoom, for a study called “How to Read the Bible”. This study is for everyone, no matter how much experience you may or may not have with the Bible. The Bible is a large book, but it doesn’t have to be intimidating. If you prefer to attend via Zoom, email Pastor Chris for the meeting information.  This is a six-week study which started on May 16.  Prior attendance is not required, nor is attendance for all six weeks (i.e., “drop ins” are welcome, as one’s schedule permits!).

Pastor Chris Green's sermon, "The Heartland" provides the lessons for today from Matthew 13:1-9 on the farmer scattering seeds for how we can open our hearts to God.

Zoom Greeters:   We are looking for people who can volunteer once a month to be a Zoom greeter. No tech skills required for this role!  We just would like greeters to make people feel welcomed as they join, just as we would if they were joining in person.  The greeters can also help ensure that any questions or requests from Zoom participants are “heard” by Pastor Chris and/or the folks running the weekly Zoom session, as appropriate.  If you’re willing, interested, or if you have questions, please email Pastor Chris or the church. Thank you for your consideration.

Etna Rummage Sale is back!  The Etna Ladies Aid is happy to announce that our Rummage Sale is back! The sale is Friday, June 25th, Noon to 5:00 pm and Saturday, June 26th, 9:00 am to Noon at Trumbull Hall, Etna NH.
Donations of clean seasonal clothing and small household items in good condition accepted at Trumbull Hall Tuesday, June 22nd, to Thursday, June 24th. Please, no televisions, computers, or large furniture items.  Thank you for your support!

Chicken BBQ - June 26:  Make your reservations now! ½ chicken, coleslaw, beans, a roll, and a cookie - $15 per takeout meal. Contact Elaine Hawthorne to make your reservation (required).
Help is also welcome and needed the night of the supper to direct traffic (contact Christine Hoskin) or to package meals (contact Jeff Balch).

Bible Study:  Our spring Bible study is on!  Join Pastor Chris on Sundays at 7:00 pm, live in Trumbull Hall or via Zoom, for a study called “How to Read the Bible”. This study is for everyone, no matter how much experience you may or may not have with the Bible. The Bible is a large book, but it doesn’t have to be intimidating. If you prefer to attend via Zoom, email Pastor Chris at mail@chrisgreen.me for the meeting information.  This is a six-week study which started on May 16.  Prior attendance is not required, nor is attendance for all six weeks (i.e., “drop ins” are welcome, as one’s schedule permits!).

Pastor Chris Green's sermon, "The Gift and the Giver" on the Holy Spirit.

Special note for Sunday morning Service on May 23: Due to technical issues that we’re working to resolve, there will not be a video feed to Trumbull Hall for the Sunday morning’s service this week (May 23).  People are welcome to sit in the sanctuary or to bring a chair and sit outside and listen to the service. Pastor Chris says this WILL be fixed by next Sunday and we do both plan and intend to continue to use Trumbull Hall as a seating option for our Sunday services going forward.  Thanks in advance for your patience and understanding!  
Mission Moment:  The Hanover Center mission fund supports a number of local and global organizations.   This coming Sunday morning’s Mission moment will introduce us to the work of the DRUG COURT, which provides an alternative to incarceration for drug use offenders.
Bible Study:  Our spring Bible study is on!  Join Pastor Chris on Sundays at 7:00 pm, live in Trumbull Hall or via Zoom, for a study called “How to Read the Bible”. This study is for everyone, no matter how much experience you may or may not have with the Bible. The Bible is a large book, but it doesn’t have to be intimidating. If you prefer to attend via Zoom, email Pastor Chris for the meeting information.  This is a six-week study, which started last week.  Prior attendance is not required, nor is attendance for all six weeks. 
Ham and Bean Supper Update:  We are very pleased to announce that over 150 people were fed via our Drive-Thru Ham and Bean Supper on May 15, raising $1,630 toward our outreach program.   “Leftovers” were also available and enthusiastically snapped up by folks last Sunday morning – resulting in additional donations raising the total to $1855!  Thanks to all who made the event possible, and we thank God for your generosity!
Hanover Center Chicken Barbecue June 26, 2021:  Take-out Chicken BBQ will be available on Saturday, June 26; details will be provided in the coming weeks. Contact Jeff Balch to participate in organizational meetings via Zoom or with any questions that you might have.
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