Annual Reports (Page 2)

Annual Reports (Page 2)

Missions Ministry Annual Report 2022

The Missions Ministry officially came together to, for the most part, a full year of work. At that time we mapped out the remainder of the year with collections, recognitions, projects, and assistance in a variety of other church functions and services. They were as follows… COLLECTIONS: Undie Sundays – We held four collections. Each collection brought in more than two…

Report of the Deacons for 2022

This year we were still distance worshiping online for January and February. We resumed in-person worship in March. Communion was also resumed with a few minor changes in distribution for health and safety. We continued in our role as aids to Pastor Kelly with the Sunday and holy day services as well as continuing with cards, notes, and visiting with the sick…

Annual Report of the Historian 2022

Here we are trying to get back to some type of normalcy after all our experiences with the COVID pandemic. The last three years of school tours have been an experience. First we were closed for a year, and then we saw three classes before shutting down again. Last year the schedule sent to us was a hard one. Pastor Kelly was on her sabbatical so that meant Ed Clavette and…

Annual Report of the Clerk 2022

First Congregational Church January 30, 2022 The Annual Meeting and roll call of members of the First Congregational Church UCC of North Attleborough, Mass. was held on Sunday, January 30, 2022 at 11:00 AM via a ZOOM meeting. The church was once again closed for a one month PAUSE due to continuing problems caused by the COVID 19 pandemic. Members convened on their…

2022 Annual Report of the Pastor and Teacher

In the church, just like on road of life, it is easy to get caught up in the daily struggles, the annoying frustrations, and the bumps along the road. At one time or another, we will all undoubtedly have our feelings hurt, be judged by another, or feel like what we do doesn’t matter. Here in Oldtown, because we are a church made up of human beings, there will always be…

Annual Report of the Clerk 2020

First Congregational Church January 19, 2020The Annual Meeting and roll call of members of the First Congregational Church, UCC of North Attleborough., Mass. was held on Sunday, January 19, 2020 in the sanctuary following morning service. The meeting was called to order by Jeannette Galvin, Moderator. An opening prayer was given by Pastor Kelly Thibeault. A moment of…

2020 Annual Report of the Pastor and Teacher

My goodness, what a year it has been! We started the year with amazing celebrations. Pastor Amie McCarthy, who had been working with us for more than a year and was called to serve the First Congregational Church in Spencer, MA in October 2019, was officially ordained on January 5, 2020 at Second Congregational Church in Attleboro. The celebrations continued with an…

Annual Report of the Historian 2020

Goodbye to 2020 and also many of the plans we had in mind. The proposed purchase of another fire proof file cabinet did not happen and will be postponed to sometime in the future due to our financial status. Any plans for further open houses in conjunction with the N. Attleboro Historical Commission did not take place and of course the third grade visits will not take…

Report of the Deacons for 2020

As deacons, we work closely with Pastor Kelly, helping coordinate many of the details of worship at Oldtown and assisting in the nurturing of the spiritual life of the church. We are often the first face a new visitor sees at Oldtown in our role as greeters, welcoming everyone on Sunday mornings with a warm smile. In a normal year, we prepare and serve communion on the…

Missions Ministry Annual Report 2020

To start the year 2020, the Missions Ministry went to a Co-Chair system. After giving many hours of dedication and being the driving force to our ministry, Cindi Barkley stepped down as chair. Leah Moynihan and Kris Collins would co-chair for the upcoming year. Members currently include Cindi Barkley, Deanne Bellinger, Dolores Charron, Kris Collins, Jeannette Galvin,…

Food Forward Project 2020

Our Food Forward Project was established five years ago with the goal of helping those in our community who are food insecure, We have added one dollar to the price of our Church suppers and that dollar in turn, funds our program. A great meal is enjoyed and that little extra means someone else will also eat, thus paying it forward. Since 2016 we have raised $4061.00 from…

Oldtown Music Ministry Annual Report 2020

Music is a huge part of worship at Oldtown. Whether it’s traditional hymns sung by our Oldtown Choir, more contemporary music from our talented guitarists, percussionists, and vocalists, the sounds of our talented chime choir ringing out in the sanctuary, or our beautiful concert piano and our historic tracker organ, worship at Oldtown has had a joyous and beautiful…

Annual Report of the Flower Ministry 2020

Well what a year 2020 was! But we’ve all survived it and here we are into 2021, although not a lot has changed. One of the programs that was initiated in 2019 was the donations of Pulpit flowers. Donations were made by individuals in remembrance of, or in honor of, loved ones and/or special occasions. In the short time that we were able to worship in the church, we had a…

Fundraising Ministry Report for 2020

Each year, a significant portion of our budget is met through church fundraisers held throughout the year. We have been blessed with ongoing suppers, fairs, pet clinics, and flea markets. In addition, members have brought together additional fundraisers such as a coffee house, and online affiliate programs to boost our totals. Thank you so much for those that worked with…