All are welcome at any of our events. You do not have to be a member. Sunday, March 7, Communion Sunday and reception of new members. Sermon: A God of Second Chances, Luke 13:1-9 CRAFTER’S CORNER Reaching out and helping others through the handiwork of many. Join this group of busy hands and fun fellowship as they prepare for the Share the Warmth Tree 2010. Crafter’s Corner benefits the Plains and Mosier Schools, South Hadley, Jesse’s House, the Salvation Army, and Baystate Children’s Hospital with an astonishing array of mitten sets, hat and scarf sets, scarves, hats, slippers, baby quilts, sweaters, afghans, etc., from preemie to adult size. You don’t have to be a member to be involved in this generous group. Meets: first and third Thursdays of each month, 9 to 11 a.m. The Country Corner Coffee House, “dedicated to the preservation of old time country and blue grass music.” Acoustic Blue, MA, March 20, doors open at 7 p.m., show starts at 8 p.m. You can expect “a classy and dynamic performance. You can always expect to hear some old favorites with a new twist. Acoustic Blue invites a wide range of fans. Their goal, as a group, is to continue growing and winning the interests of many.” We hope we’ll see you at POTPOURRI, April 24. What’s happening… • Pancake Breakfast • Bake Sale • Craft Tables – if you’d like to rent a table, phone the church office: 413.539.9373 • Tea Cup Auction – Specialty Baskets YOUTH Confirmation study group, anticipate meeting on the following Sundays: Feb 28, Mar 14, 21, 28, Apr 4, 11, 18, 25, May 2, 9, 16, 11:30 - 1:30. Students in eight grade or above are invited to participate. If you have not decided about confirmation, come and explore the possibility for several meetings. You may contact Pastor Dolores at any time with you questions or concerns. B.L.A.S.T. Saturday, March 6, 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. Watch for email announcements. Student Short Film Workshops This spring, South Hadley Community Access Television will be hosting two FREE student workshops where you will get to make your short films with your friends. There will be separate workshops for Middle School and High School students. Learn how to work behind and in front of a camera. No experience needed. Just come and find out how fun it can be to make a movie! You can find our more information including dates and times online. Registrations are due by March 23, 2010. Sign up today! It's all available at www.SHCTV15.com CALENDAR For your future planning: • April 1, Maundy Thursday, joint service hosted by First Congregational / Center Church, South Hadley • April 2, Good Friday, Ecumenical service hosted by CCOSHF • April 18, 3 p.m., Installation of Pastor Dolores by the Hampshire Association • April 24, Potpourri Summer Joint Services schedule: • July 4, 11, 18, hosted by First Congregational / Center Church, South Hadley • July 25, August 1, 8, hosted by CCOSHF • August 15, 22, 29, hosted by Church of Christ Congregational, Granby Let us pray… Prayer requests may be recorded in the prayer listing found just outside the chapel door. Let us know of your prayers of petition, intercession and praise, and your answered prayer, so that our pastor and congregation may join you in your prayer. You may add a name to our prayer listing when you come to the church, or by emailing [ ccoshf@verizon.net ] or phoning the church office, a deacon or the Pastor. Be sure to share your prayers of praise, joy and answered prayer so others may rejoice as well. Daily – remember to pray for men and women in the military, and their families.