St. Peter's United Church of Christ

St. Peter's United Church of Christ

1475 Orchard Park Rd., West Seneca, NY 14224 (716) 674-1233
(Corner of Reserve Rd., near Berg Rd.) 10:00 am Worship
stpetersws@verizon.net (Also join us on Facebook!)
Established 1852 - Celebrating 160 Years of Christian Fellowship!

Events at St. Peter's United Church of Christ

"THIRD FRIDAY"
Monthly Coffee House
& Open Mic
Doors Open: 7:00 p.m
Featured Performers: 7:30-8:30
Open Mic: 8:45

Featured Performer:
January 20

Join us for the return engagement of the "Voices of Mercy," the musical arm of St. Luke's Mission of Mercy.
St. Luke's is an independent mission in Buffalo's inner city. Their service is carried out through works of mercy that include providing food, housing , clothing, shelter and counseling.

Come enjoy the spiritual music of "Voice of Mercy" as we sit, chat, play games, and enjoy tasty treats.
Talented performers (singles and groups)of all musical styles are invited to participate in the open mic session.

Cover charge is only $2 per person. Children twelve and under are free! A portion of the proceeds will benefit St. Luke's Mission of Mercy.

UPCOMING SCHEDULE:
February 17: Carl Thiel
March 16: Folk Month
April 20: Rusty Leyden
May 18: Erin Sydney Welsh and her "Amazing All-Star Heifer Farm Music Revue" to raise money for Heifer International

CALLING ALL MUSICIANS: If you have a band or musical talent you'd love to share as one of our featured performers, send an e-mail to stpetersws@verizon.net with the subject line, "Coffee House." All genres and stylings are welcome!

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CLOTHING SHED
St. Peter's is thrilled to sponsor a St. Pauly "Clothing Shed." Bring in your gently-used clothing, shoes, sneakers, belts, purses, linens, blankets, sheets, pillowcases, drapes and stuffed toys. (Your donation will not be cut up or shredded.) Please put your donation in tied or closed bags. Please - NO rags, fabric scraps, pillows, toys or household goods. Items will be sent to people who can use them in the U.S. and all over the world! Tax donation receipts are in the box on the outside of the shed.
Call 674-1233 if you need a pick-up.

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W.A.Y. Retreat at St. Peter's
January 27-29

All Western Area Youth in the U.C.C. and Disciples of Christ are invited to the annual Winter retreat. All confirmands, senior highs and youth advisors are urged to attend this two day/two night event which features guest speakers, a Bandits game, Christian fellowship, and lots of fun!

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St. Peter's Annual Meeting
Sunday, February 5

Our annual meeting features a review of past year events, planning for the coming year, election of Council members, and consideration of church issues. All are welcome to attend, but only members may vote.

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Food & Wine-Pairing Event
Sunday, February 19
Doors open @ 4:30 p.m.
Dinner & pairings @ 5:00 p.m.
Bravo Restaurant
5781 Seneca St., West Seneca

Join us for our third annaul food and wine pairing event at Bravo Restaurant. We'll enjoy appetizers, an entree and dessert paired with just the right choice of wine. Tickets are $40 per person.

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Friends of the Night People
Wednesday, February 29

Join our mission committee as we travel to Friends of the Night People to serve dinner and provide Christian compaionship. We'll arrive by 4:00, prepare the meal, serve, clean up the dining area, and depart by 7:15. Contact the church office regarding needed donations.

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"Strike The Rock"
Free Concert
Sunday, April 22 @ 3:00 p.m.
St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church 3512 Clinton Street, West Seneca

Join us for "Strike The Rock's" first concert in the newly-rededicated sanctuary of St. John's. We'll be welcoming spring and St. John's to their new home. No admission - free will offering.

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JOIN US FOR THE FOLLOWING EVENTS - WATCH HERE FOR DETAILS!

Sunday, January 15:
9:00 a.m.: Book Study and Discussion group - "The Year of Living Biblically" (and bring your own topics to discuss)
10:00 a.m.: Worship service with Chancel Choir
10:20 a.m.: Children depart for Sunday School
12:00 noon: Confirmation Class

Monday, January 16: Church Office closed - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Tuesday, January 17:
7:15 p.m.: Council meeting

Wednesday, January 18:
7:15 p.m.: Genesis Bible Study

Friday, January 20: "Third Friday" Coffee House & Open Mic with "Voices of Mercy"
7:00 - 10:00 p.m.: Doors open at 7:00, featured musicians at 7:30, open mic at 8:45

Sunday, January 22:
9:00 a.m.: Book Study and Discussion group - "The Year of Living Biblically" (and bring your own topics to discuss)
10:00 a.m.: Worship service with "Strike The Rock"
10:20 a.m.: Children depart for Sunday School
12:00 noon: Confirmation Class

Wednesday, January 25:
7:15 p.m.: Genesis Bible Study

Friday, January 27 - Sunday, January 29: Western Area Youth retreat at St. Peter's

Sunday, January 29:
9:00 a.m.: Book Study and Discussion group - "The Year of Living Biblically" (and bring your own topics to discuss)
10:00 a.m.: Worship service with Chancel Choir
10:20 a.m.: Children depart for Sunday School
No Confirmation Class

Wednesday, February 1:
7:15 p.m.: Genesis Bible Study

Sunday, February 5: Communion Sunday and Annual Meeting (bring donations for food pantry)
9:00 a.m.: Book Study and Discussion group - "The Year of Living Biblically" (and bring your own topics to discuss)
10:00 a.m.: Worship service and Communion with "Strike The Rock"
11:30 a.m.: Annual meeting in the fellowship hall (no confirmation class)

Wednesday, February 8:
7:15 p.m.: Genesis Bible Study

Sunday, February 12:
9:00 a.m.: Book Study and Discussion group - "The Year of Living Biblically" (and bring your own topics to discuss)
10:00 a.m.: Worship service with Chancel Choir
10:20 a.m.: Children depart for Sunday School
12:00 noon: Confirmation class

Wednesday, February 15:
7:15 p.m.: Genesis Bible Study

Friday, February 17:
7:00-10:00 p.m.: "Third Friday" - Coffee House & Open Mic with Carl Thiel

Sunday, February 19:
9:00 a.m.: Book Study and Discussion group - "The Year of Living Biblically" (and bring your own topics to discuss)
10:00 a.m.: Worship service with "Strike The Rock"
10:20 a.m.: Children depart for Sunday School
12:00 noon: Confirmation class
4:30 p.m.: Food and Wine-Pairing Event at Bravo Restaurant

Wednesday, February 22: Ash Wednesday

Sunday, February 26:
9:00 a.m.: Book Study and Discussion group - "The Year of Living Biblically" (and bring your own topics to discuss)
10:00 a.m.: Worship service with Chancel Choir
10:20 a.m.: Children depart for Sunday School
12:00 noon: Confirmation class

Wednesday, February 29:
4:00-7:15 p.m.: Mission service at Friends of the Night People

Sunday, March 4:

Sunday, March 11:

Friday, March 16:
7:00-10:00 p.m.: "Third Friday" - Coffee House & Open Mic - Folk Month

Sunday, March 18:

Sunday, March 25:

Sunday, April 1: Palm Sunday

Thursday, April 5: Holy Thursday

Friday, April 6: Good Friday

Sunday, April 8: Easter

Sunday, April 15:

Friday, April 20:
7:00-10:00 p.m.: "Third Friday" - Coffee House & Open Mic with Rusty Leyden

Sunday, April 22:
3:00 p.m.: "Strike The Rock" Concert in the newly-dedicated sanctuary of St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 3512 Clinton Street, West Seneca

Sunday, April 29:

Sunday, May 6:

Sunday, May 13: Mother's Day

Friday, May 18:
7:00-10:00 p.m.: "Third Friday" - Coffee House & Open Mic featuring Erin Sydney Welsh and her "Amazing All-Star Heifer Farm Music Revue"

Sunday, May 20:

Sunday May 27:

Monday, May 28: Memorial Day - Church office closed

                        GO GREEN - RECYCLE!

As part of our environmental ministry, St. Peter's proudly participates in the Abitibi Bowater "Paper Retriever" recycling project. At a time when we're all thinking about being green, let's give our planet the gift of recycling our valuable resources.

There is a yellow and green recycling bin in the church parking lot. We're collecting all
of your old newspapers, catalogs, magazines, junk mail, office paper, fax paper,
notebooks and folders.

           NO CARDBOARD, hardcover books, phone books, plastic, metal or trash, please!

If you've got a lot to donate, just give us a call and we'll come pick it up!

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