NEWS IN THE PEWS
April 5, 2026
MEMBERSHIP: If you would like to join First Congregational United Church of Christ as an official member, please speak to Pastor Greg.
DISCUSSION GROUP: There will be no Bible Study Discussion Group today. We will resume on Sunday, April 12th.
SAVE THE DATE. Block off your calendar - church fund raiser - canal days parking - June 6 & 7.
THE ADVENT HOUSE OF PERINTON – NURSE NEEDED: The Advent House, a two-bedroom comfort care home in Perinton serving individuals in their final stage of life, is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to assist our care team. This on-call position supports our dedicated volunteers during evening and overnight hours (Monday–Friday, 4:00 PM – 8:00 AM). Responsibilities include being available for volunteer questions, guidance, and stepping in to cover any open volunteer shifts, if needed. The Advent House provides loving, dignified care to residents and their families and operates largely through the support of volunteers and community members. If you or someone you know may be interested, please contact us at: directors@theadventhouse.org Learn more about Advent House at www.theadventhouse.org
200 ANNIVERSARY DOCUMENT: Jean Whitney has authored a 200th Anniversary document of the Nine Founders of the First Congregational Church. It is the same material as her 2025 Epistle articles, with a few corrections, a longer introduction and larger maps and pictures. It is 21 pages and in color. If you would like a copy, ask Vicki and she will email you a pdf copy of the whole document. The Church will have a hard copy as will the Fairport Museum. Jean thanks you for your support and patience as she continued to work on this.
HAT & GLOVE DRIVE: Hello Everyone! If you would be interested in donating hats or gloves to support the Macedon Food Pantry please buy new or bring in gently worn items! These donations will greatly support the community and we appreciate your generosity! There will be a QR code, that links to Amazon, posted in Fellowship Hall if that is an easier option. ~ Ava Grace Cedarleaf
SLEEP IN HEAVENLY PEACE BED BUILD: The Board of Family Ministries and Christian Ed committees will be partnering with 2 other churches to sponsor a Sleep in Heavenly Peace bed build at our church on Saturday April 25 from 9-12. Last year we built over 30 beds for local children in need. Due to the expense of this event, the youth will raise funds through donations from their Baked Goods Sale on April 19. Contributions can also be made online through the Fairport UCC website. As we are joining with two other congregations this year, our volunteer pool will be limited to 15 individuals. Preference will be given to church members / youth ahead of non-church members. sign up at: https://bit.ly/FairportUCCbuild
KNITTING CIRCLE will not meet in December. We will meet again on Monday, January 5th, at 1:00pm. Any questions contact Irene Utter at iutter@rochester.rr.com or call 585-425-7408
FIRST CHURCH BOOK CLUB will meet Monday, April 20, at 1:00 p.m. to discuss Under the Tulip Tree by Michelle Shocklee. Any questions call Irene Utter 585-425-7408 or email iutter@rochester.rr.com. All are welcome.
SAVE THE POP TABS: Help Rochester Ronald McDonald House. Place them in the jug in Fellowship Hall.
IN-PERSON WORSHIP: The bulletin can be accessed via the QR code on your mobile phone or tablet. Prayer requests must be emailed to Pastor Greg at revgregrup.ucc@gmail.com by 8:00am on Sunday with the subject line Joy or Prayer Concern. You can view the Virtual Worship Service on Facebook Live at https://www.facebook.com/First-Congregational-United-Church-of-Christ-Fairport-NY-174043249305098/. An audio Worship Service will be uploaded to our church’s website each week, usually on Monday.
PERINTON FOOD SHELF current list of most needed items can be found on their website at https://perintonfoodshelf.org/#needed. SMALL SIZES ARE PREFERRED.
LIGHT THE NIGHT: Thank you to Jean Whitney for “Lighting the Night” in April in memory of Douglas Whitney.
THIS WEEK IN THE CHURCH
Monday:
1:00 PM Knitting Club
Tuesday:
3:30 PM Missions
4:30 PM Deacons
6:30 PM Christian Ed
Thursday:
10:30 AM Greenbrier Garden Club
7:00 PM New Life AA (SR)
Rev. Gregory J. Rupright, Pastor
Rev. Dr. John N. Cedarleaf, Pastor Emeritus
Beatrice Benedict, Organist
Payton Dziekan, Director of Music
Vicki Sherry, Administrative Assistant
Christian Copyright Licensing International #2320160
Phone: 585-223-0224; Website: fairportucc.org
Office email: vsherry.ucc@gmail.com
