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Reflections on ‘hevel’ – theme from Eccesiastes

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Don’t ever save anything for a special occasion. Being alive is the special occasion.– Toby Mac

To live in this world, you must be able to do three things: to love what is mortal; to hold it against your bones knowing your own life depends on it; and, when the time comes to let it go, to let it go. — Mary Oliver

All thoughts, all passions, all delights Whatever stirs this mortal frame All are but ministers of Love And feed His sacred flame. — Samuel Taylor Coleridge

The moment of surrender is not when life is over, it’s when it begins. – Marianne Williamson

He is a wise man who does not grieve for the things which he has not, but rejoices for those which he has.  – Epictetus

SONGS about HEVEL –  LIFE’s RANDOMNESS, DEATH & TIME:
SONGS about MINDFULNESS for LITTLE MOMENTS:

GUEST HOUSE — Rumi
Translated by Coleman Barks

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GOVERNANCE & MINISTRY by Dan Hotchkiss: Book Discussion: Wed, July 26 @ 6:30pm

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WEDNESDAY, July 26 @ 6:30pm.

We are discussing Chapter 7 about Church Scale (Size).

Contact church for access to book as needed: jcchurch@jacksoncommunitychurch.org. Hard copy available to borrow inside front entrance on bookshelf (please sign it out).

Reminder that  this conversation is open to anyone who would be interested or willing to partiicpate in exploration of the governance model for our church, to formalize what already works and adapt what may need some adjusting. You’re welcome to join our discussion of Governance and Ministry which is the book we’re using to move along in this process.

We have been operating with suspended bylaws for several years. The goal is to identify what’s working in our simplied governance structure, and explore how to improve some areas. Afterward, we can then formalize our bylaws to reflect what we have adopted and tested.

WISDOM Reflections – Theme from last week’s Proverbs text

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God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference. — Reinhold Niebuhr

SONGS about WISDOM:

MY WISDOM (excerpt) — Naomi Shihab Nye

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GRIEF GROUP

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GRIEF GROUP

WEDNESDAY, July 26 @ 1pm

The Jackson-Bartlett Grief Group continues to meet twice per month. Its next gathering is Wed, July 26 @ 1pm at the Old Red Library. In person only. The dates for upcoming meetings follow: July 26, Aug 9, Aug 23, Sept 13, Sept 27.

We will meet as one group this week, and discuss forming two different groups around common forms of loss, so that we can remain nimble in size and attentive to different experiences.

The group is facilitated by Rev Gail Doktor, a bereaved parent, trained as a hospice chaplain. Currently, the grief group is supporting a complicated mix of losses. Some people are grieving spouses and partners. Others are grieving children. Others have lost parents. All forms of such loss of human relationships, through death, are acknowledge and addressed.

This group is free, and open to the community. Everyone is welcome, participants may not be able to attend each session, but we’ll meet as consistently as possible. Feel free to pass along this info to anyone whom you know, who might need such a support network. We’re operating word of mouth and enews only.

Questions should be directed by text or voicemail to Rev Gail’s cell, available upon request from the church: jcchurch@jacksoncommunitychurch.org. Thank you!

Feel free to bring books or resources you find helpful, and/or share by email such recommendations.

OTHER RESOURCES:

SACO RIVER VALLEY GRASP – Grief Recovery After Substance Passing
(Death, suicide or overdose-involved death that involves or was associated with substance use).
Saco River Valley GRASP Chapter: Contact Person: Kelly Forrest, Primary Phone Number: (603) 726-1025.
VNA/HOSPICE VIRTUAL BEREAVEMENT LIVING with LOSS GROUP
that is ongoing in the valley via zoom. It is facilitated by Sue Davidson, retired nurse and retired pastor of Center Conway’s United Methodist Church and currently the VNA’a hospice chaplain. This ‘living with loss’ group is free, but you need to obtain info through the VNA.

  • WHEN: Wednesdays, 5:30pm to 6:30pm
  • WHERE: Groups meet via Zoom. To get your Zoom log in information or to confirm group dates and times, please contact VNHCH’s hospice chaplain Sue Davidson directly for most effective connections to the group.
  • MORE INFORMATION: Facilitator: Sue Davidson, Contact Sue Davidson directly for most effective connections to the group. Or contact: VNHCH Office at 603-356-7006 or 800-499-4171. 
  • NO REGISTRATION IS NECESSARY. FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.

SUNDAY, July 23

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SUN, July 23

  • INTERFAITH SERVICE
    8am • Old Red Library & Zoom, Jackson, NH

    • Join us for poetry, prayer, and conversation. Bring your own hot beverage!
    • Zoom link and password available from church: jcchurch@jacksoncommunitychurch.org
  • WORSHIP @ JCC with Recognition & Farewell Liturgy for Palubniaks
    10:30am   • Jackson Community Church & Zoom

    • Zoom link and password available from church: jcchurch@jacksoncommunitychurch.org
    • Music by Sharon Novak
    • Message: Rev Gail Doktor
    • Reflections by friends
  • FAREWELL POTLUCK for Palubniaks and Ellsmores
    11:30am • JCC Parish Hall

    •  Potluck
    • Open to community including friends of Palubniaks and Ellsmores
    • Remarks by community representatives
  • Community Event: WHO LIVES HERE? WALK
    2-3:30pm • Tin Mountain Conservation Center, Albany

    • A slow-paced walk that takes a closer look at the world all around us. These leisurely investigations of the grounds are perfect for all ages; you are never too young or too old to explore the creatures that live right in our backyard.
    • Program Fee: $15/person or $25/household; members are free!
    • Register online here. Walk ins welcome.
  • Community Event: NEWSIES (ts in Motion)
    2pm • Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center, Fryeburg, Maine

    • Set in turn-of-the century New York City, Newsies is the rousing tale of Jack Kelly, a charismatic newsboy and leader of a band of teenaged “newsies.” When titans of publishing raise distribution prices at the newsboys’ expense, Jack rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions and fight for what’s right!
    • Based on the 1992 motion picture and inspired by a true story, Newsies features a Tony Award-winning score by Alan Menken (Little Shop of Horrors, Sister Act) and Jack Feldman and a book by Tony Award winner Harvey Fierstein (Kinky Boots). Featuring the now classic songs “Carrying the Banner,” “Seize the Day,” and “Santa Fe,” Newsies is packed with non-stop thrills and a timeless message, perfect for the whole family and every audience.
    • Performances on July 27, 28, 29 at 7pm and July 29, 30 at 2pm at the Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center, Fryeburg, Maine.
  • MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Shannon Door: Dan Aldrich • 6-9pm
    • Red Parka: Mitch Alden • 4-7pm
Upcoming (calendars to watch for activities):

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