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Special Opportunities Made Possible by UCC National Synod and NH Council of Churches: LEARNING TOGETHER in July, August and September!

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Some questions for followup discussions after screenings of keynote addresses or documentary:

  1. What was your takeaway? What did you appreciate about the documentary?
  2. What surprised you about this 2022 documentary filmed in NH?
  3. What were one (or more) questions you have after watching this video? Were any areas particularly challenging? Is there something you want to learn more about?
  4. What thoughts do you now have about this nonprofit’s intentional effort to become more inclusive and how it might reflect on what we could do in our own community?

Attend Screenings of KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
from UCC NATIONAL SYNOD: Bryan Stevenson & Ibram X. Kendi

WED, JULY 19 @ 3pm:
Screening of Q&A with Ibram X. Kendi

Join us in the JCC Parish Hall. Please RSVP if you are interested in seeing this presentation.

Ibram X. Kendi (More info about this scholar, author and speaker.)

For a limited time, get access to this important conversation between Dr. Ibram X. Kendi, Rev. Traci Blackmon and Rev. Dr. Starsky Wilson.

Please note: access to this recorded conversation is only available until July 31st, 2023.

WED, AUG 16 @ 3pm:
Screening of keynote address by Bryan Stevenson.

Join us in the JCC Parish Hall. Please RSVP if you are interested in seeing this presentation.

Bryan Stevenson (more about this attorney, author and scholar)

In this moving and poignant speech, Bryan Stevenson talks about how to engage the work of justice with courage, compassion and a fierce hope for a better world. Drawing on his experience as an attorney defending vulnerable clients within a broken judicial system, he illustrates how our proximity to the pain of others creates the internal conviction to fight for justice and goodness in the world. He speaks of his grandmother and the promises he made to her that became a guide for his life (and good advice for ours). Stevenson is a prophet for our time with big expectations for the role of the Church in shaping a more just world for all.

From JCC: Given the limited availability of these presentations from the UCC, and their expense, the church will purchase access and organize in-person screenings of these two events.

This arrangement is based on the UCC criteria for access to these videos: “The cost is $34 for each keynote. The recordings cannot be downloaded, but can be watched more than once. Again, the Ibram X. Kendi keynote will only be available until July 31, 2023.” We’ll focus on Ibram X. Kendi’s keynote address this month,  since it is only available for viewing through July 31.

We’ll continue this fall:

WED, SEPT 20 @ 3:30pm
SANTA CAMP Documentary Viewing with JCC

Watch together and discuss in September!

Link to trailer of Santa Camp documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eXteuDaI7Sk

Part of our ongoing process to explore what it means to be ever-more inclusive and open in our welcome to all family, friends, and neighbors.

The NH COUNCIL of CHURCHES
Summer Seminar & Keynote
by Rev. Dr. Carter Heyward
(author of The 7 Deadly Sins of White Christian Nationalism)

Attend In-Person for free!
Concord, NH
Tue, Aug 29 (free)

You can register here: https://www.nhcucc.info/event-details/lecture-seminar-with-carter-heyward

Message from NH Council of Churches:
Dear Church,
Have you registered for our summer keynote yet with Rev. Dr. Carter Heyward?
Just yesterday, I gathered with community and faith leaders regarding the latest act of white supremacist violence in our state. In a time of rising hate activity, the Church has a particular responsibility in the work of dismantling white Christian nationalism. It is a gift to have an expert like Carter with us to do just that!
We invite you to join us for either the daytime event, evening event, or both! The event is generously happening at no cost to you to ensure as many people as would like to attend are able to do so. We hope you will make this a part of your summer plans, and share with your neighbors…
Watch if you want to learn more about this topic as addressed by the UCC:
THE CHURCH’s RESPONSE to WHITE CHRISTIAN NATIONALISM
A Presentation by Rev. Traci D. Blackmon, RN, MDiv. Associate General Minister of Justice & Local Church Ministries in the United Church of Christ.

NH Council of Churches Keynote with Rev. Dr. Carter Heyward, Author of 7 Deadly Sins of White Christian Nationalism

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From NH Council of Churches:

Dear Church,

Have you registered for our summer keynote yet with Rev. Dr. Carter Heyward?

Just yesterday, I gathered with community and faith leaders regarding the latest act of white supremacist violence in our state. In a time of rising hate activity, the Church has a particular responsibility in the work of dismantling white Christian nationalism. It is a gift to have an expert like Carter with us to do just that!

We invite you to join us for either the daytime event, evening event, or both! The event is generously happening at no cost to you to ensure as many people as would like to attend are able to do so. We hope you will make this a part of your summer plans, and share with your neighbors.

You can register here: https://www.nhcucc.info/event-details/lecture-seminar-with-carter-heyward

Grief & Loss Group: Wednesdays twice per month @ 1pm in Old Red Library, Jackson

By jacksonnhccPosted on Posted in Adult, Calendar, Home, Jackson, Mt Washington Valley, Outreach

The Jackson-Bartlett Grief Group continues to meet twice per month. Its next gathering is Wed, July 12 @ 1pm at the Old Red Library. In person only.

The dates for upcoming meetings follow: July 12, July 26, Aug 9, Aug 23, Sept 13, Sept 27. 

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. 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 by emailing the church: jcchurch@jacksoncommunitychurch.org). I continue to suggest that people bring books or resources they find helpful, and/or share by email such recommendations. Thank you! — Rev Gail Doktor
Other Resources:
 
Also, I am repeating the info about the virtual bereavement 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 at (603) 356-7006 or (800) 499-4171.
  • MORE INFORMATION: Facilitator: Sue Davidson, Contact: VNHCH Office at 603-356-7006 or 800-499-4171. NO REGISTRATION IS NECESSARY. FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.

PRIDE EVENTS with JCC

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Sat, June 24

  • Community Event: WHITE MOUNTAINS PRIDE FESTIVAL
    10am-4pm • Grounds of North Conway Community Center (next to Schoulker Park)
    • Full list of musicians, vendors, and activities: https://www.whitemountainspride.com/events
    • JCC booth with several volunteer shifts: free lemonade, temp tattoos, and pride ‘goiveaways’
    • Way Station booth and many other nonprofits
    • Music, Food, Crafts
    • Full list of artists performingm food vendors and activities

SUN, June 25

  • WORSHIP @ JCC including Pride Weekend Observance with guest speakers Susan & Todd Campbell
    10:30am   • Jackson Community Church & Zoom
    • Music by Sharon Novak
    • Message with Rev Gail Doktor and Tod & Susan Campbell, parents of trans-person
    • Wear bright colors or rainbows to celebrate the day!
  • HOSPITALITY
    11:30am • JCC Parish Hall
    • Hospitality after Church

TUE, June 20 – SUN, June 25 with JCC and around town

By jacksonnhccPosted on Posted in Calendar, Home, Justice & Activism, Outreach, Worship

TUE, June 20

  • UCC Event: ANNUAL MEETING WORSHIP PLANNING
    10am • Zoom
    • Rev Gail participates in planning for the October 2023 annual meeting of the NH Conference of the UCC, including worship
  • CLERGY LUNCH
    12:30pm • Zoom
    • Local clergy convene for conversations, ecumenical event-planning, and peer support. Rev Gail attends.
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Event: TRIVIA & CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES
    7pm • Local Jackson Home – Whitney Communiuty Center program
    • Trivia is defined as a little known facts or unimportant matters. Chocolate chip cookies originated in the US around 1938. Test out a variety of chocolate chip cookies and learn and play trivia games that you can play with your family! This program is led by Greg Marsello, a trivia and chocolate chip cookie enthusiast.
    • 7-8:30 PM at a local Jackson home.
    • Fee $10-Limit 8 so
    • Sign up at https://friends-of-the-Whitney-community-center.square.site
  • Community Event: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Wildcat Tavern: Hoot Night with Jonathan Sarty • 6-8:30pm

WED, June 21

  • Community Event: SUMMER SOLSTICE EVENTS including Jackson Community Church
    • 10 – 11 am: CHILDREN’s SUMMER SOLSTICE STORIES, WALK & CRAFT
      Jackson Public Library.
      • isten to Summer Solstice stories, take a Summer Solstice walk, and make a Summer Solstice craft. Jackson Public Library
    • 10 am – 12 noon: SUMMER SOLSTICE WALK Jackson Field Station  of  Tin Mountain Conservation Cente
      • ’Take a morning hike on the Jackson Field Station property. Tin Mountain Conservation Center’s naturalist will explain the historic use of the property, help identify plant species, and point out animal signs. Celebrate the summer solstice off the beaten path. Participants of all ages welcome. Jackson Field Station
    • 10:57 am • STEEPLE BELL RINGING to MARK STARY of Solstice Steeple Bell Ringing 
      Jackson Community Church front entrance
      • Marks te actual time around the world that solstice occurs
    • 3 – 4 pm: REFLECTION and MEDITATION with Rev Gail of JCC
      Town Gazebo by Jackson Historical Society.
      • The Summer Solstice reminds us to turn inward and find nourishment needed to grow and evolve. Join the Jackson Community Church for reflection and meditation as you prepare for the upcoming summer season. Town Gaze
    • 6 – 8 pm: BYO PICNIC DINNER & BONFIRE Celebration.
      Whitney Community Center
      • Bring your picnic dinner (the grill will be available for cooking, as well as watermelon) and at 7 pm the bonfire will be lit followed by stories, music and games. Join other community members as we ring in the summer. Whitney Community Center
  • COMMUNITY GRIEF GROUP
    1pm • Old Red Library
    • Open to the community. Facilitated by Rev Gail, trained as hospice chaplain, but with focus to become peer-led group,
    • Free and open to the community. No RSVP required. Contact Rev Gail by text or voicemail with any questions.
  • Community Events: MOUNTAINTOP COMMUNITY ORCHESTRA: Fantrasies & Fairytales
    7pm • Majestic Thester
    • Dr. Julia Howell leads the orchestra in a concert of classical and film music that evokes familiar – and not-so-familiar – fantastical stories. The concert includes pieces by Ravel, Holst, Vaughan Williams, Japanese composer Joe Hisaishi, and more.
    • The Mountain Top Community Orchestra is an all-volunteer group of musicians who play together once a week in the fall and spring. Compensation for its conductors is generously provided by a grant from a Mountain Top board member
    • Tickets and info: https://www.conwaymajestic.com/
  • Community Events: MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT AROUND TOWN
    • Wildcat Tavern: Live Trivia • 7:306-9pm

THURS, June 22

  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Service: WAY STATION SHIFT
    All Day • Way Station, 15 Grove St, No Conway
    • Volunteers open day resource center for showers, mail pickup, grocery distribution, more.
  • Community Evebt: MAJESTIC CAFE THUIRSDAY
    5:30pm Doors Open / 6 pm to 8:30 pm Performance • Majestic Theater Cafe, Conway
    • Come out and enjoy long time valley musicians and always entertaining Kevin Dolan and Simon Crawford
    • No Cover.
  • Community Event: MEMBERS ONLY LAUREL & LEMONADE
    3pm until 5pm • Nature Learning Center, Tin Mountain Conservation Cte, Albany
    • Join the staff of Tin Mountain as we wander through the most northerly and perhaps the largest mountain-laurel population in NH. The shrubs should be at the height of bloom during this walk through an extraordinary forest community. The walk will culminate with trail side refreshments.
    • Reservations required; call 447-6991 or click to register.
  • Community Events: MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT AROUND TOWN
    • Shannon Door: Dan Parkhurst • 6-9pm
    • Wildcat Tavern: Al Hospers Band • 7pm – $10 cover

FRI, June 23

  • Community Evebts: DRAG STORY HOURS
    • 9am • Conway Public Library, Conway, NH
      • Storyteller Reverend Yolanda uses the art of drag to read books to kids. DSH captures the imagination and play of the gender fluidity of childhood and gives kids glamorous, positive, and unabashedly queer role models. Kids are able to see people who defy gender restrictions and imagine a world where everyone can be their authentic selves! 
    • 4pm  •  Pope Memorial Library, North Conway, NH
      • Storyteller Reverend Yolanda uses the art of drag to read books to kids. DSH captures the imagination and play of the gender fluidity of childhood and gives kids glamorous, positive, and unabashedly queer role models. Kids are able to see people who defy gender restrictions and imagine a world where everyone can be their authentic selves!
  • Community Event: ZUMBA with Dotti Aiello
    8:15am • Whitney Community Center
    • For more info, contact Dott: dottiaiello@gmail.com
    • Just a reminder that class is $5 per person with no sign in. Please bring the correct amount.  
    • Also, bring your water, a small towel and a smile and leave your inhibitions at home!
  • FITNESS CLASS  with Laurie McAleer
    9:30am • Jackson Community Church
    • Free to all participants.
    • Gentle, chair-based stretch and fitness for all levels of ability
  • Community Event: LINE DANCING with Dotti Aiello
    9:30am • Whitney Community Center
    • For more info, contact Dott: dottiaiello@gmail.com
    • Just a reminder that class is $5 per person with no sign in. Please bring the correct amount.  
    • Also, bring your water, a small towel and a smile and leave your inhibitions at home!
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
    • 2pm-5pm • Jackson Library
      Contact the library for additional help: 603.383.9731 or by email: staff@jacksonlibrary.org
  • C3: COCKTAILS & CHRISTIAN CONVERSATION
    5pm • Zoom link required
    • Bring your preferred beverage and join us for a conversation about the scripture to be used during Sunday’s worship
  • Community Event: FRIDAY NIGHT JAZZ: McCoy Mrubata and Gary Wittner
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Wildcat Tavern: Al Shafner • 6-8:30pm – $5 cover
    • Shannon Door: Jeremy Dean • 6-9pm

SAT, June 24

  • Community Event: WHITE MOUNTAINS PRIDE FESTIVAL
    10am-4pm • Grounds of North Conway Community Center (next to Schoulker Park)
    • Full list of musicians, vendors, and activities: https://www.whitemountainspride.com/events
    • JCC booth with several volunteer shifts: free lemonade, temp tattoos, and pride ‘goiveaways’
    • Way Station booth and many other nonprofits
    • Music, Food, Crafts
    • Full list of artists performingm food vendors and activities
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Event: BUTTERFLY FIELD TRAINING
    10am •     Nature Learning Center, Tin Mountain Conservation Cent
    • Tin Mountain will be hosting a butterfly count the weekend of July 22 as part of the North American Butterfly Association. In advance of this inaugural community science event, we are hosting a field training day to familiar volunteers with netting and IDing, and recording the observed butterflies. All are welcome, even if you can’t join us for the count! 
    • Reservations requested; call 447-6991 or click to register.
  • MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Shannon Door: Chris Shalick • 7-10pm
    • Wildcat Tavern: Jonathan Sarty • 6-8:30pm – $5 ciover

SUN, June 25

  • INTERFAITH SERVICE
    8am • Old Red Library & Zoom, Jackson, NH
    • Join us for poetry, prayer, and conversation. Bring your own hot beverage!
  • WORSHIP @ JCC including Pride Weekend Observance with guest speakers Susan & Todd Campbell
    10:30am   • Jackson Community Church & Zoom
    • Music by Sharon Novak
    • Message with Rev Gail Doktor and Tod & Susan Campbell, parents of trans-person
    • Wear bright colors or rainbows to celebrate the day!
  • HOSPITALITY
    11:30am • JCC Parish Hall
    • Hospitality after Church
  • MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Shannon Door: Jeremy Dean  • 6-9pm
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