THIS WEEKEND at Jackson Community Church and Around Town FRI, Dec 28 – MON, Dec 31
- Community Event: CHRISTMAS SING-A-LONG
5-6:30pm • Episcopal Church, North Conway. Join Ellen Schwindt and her students for Christmas carol sing-a-long! - Community Event: SNOW MOONLIGHT SIP n PAINT
6pm • Jackson Art Studio and Gallery. Led by Lori Stearns
Fun for the absolute beginner to the seasoned artist! Spend an evening of creativity as you twist open your favorite bottle of wine (BYOB for those 21 and over) and uncork your creativity. $45 all supplies included. Registration required.
SAT, Dec 29
- Community Event: SNOWSHOE YOGA
3pm • Jackson XC Ski Touring Headquarters
Come join us for an exhilarating combination of fresh air, beautiful views and healthy movement. No experience necessary. $20/pp. Reservations: 603-383-9355.(Info on more ski clinics, snowshoe tours and lessons at www.jacksonxc.org.)
SUN, Dec 30: Christmas 1
- INTERFAITH GATHERING @ OLD LIBRARY
8am • Old Library. Hot beverages available. Come for poetry, literature, conversation and prayer. - YOUTH & CHILDREN
9am • Church. Christmas craft projects. - WORSHIP
10:30am • Jackson Community Church.- Advent wreath-lighting by family.
- Accompanist: Alan Labrie
- Special Music: Roberts Family & Sue Titus Reid
- Community Event: SNOWSHOE YOGA
3pm • Jackson XC Ski Touring Headquarters
Come join us for an exhilarating combination of fresh air, beautiful views and healthy movement. No experience necessary. $20/pp. Reservations: 603-383-9355. (Info on more ski clinics, snowshoe tours and lessons at www.jacksonxc.org.)
MON, Dec 31: New Year’s Eve
- Community Event: SNOWSHOE YOGA
3pm • Jackson XC Ski Touring Headquarters
Come join us for an exhilarating combination of fresh air, beautiful views and healthy movement. No experience necessary. $20/pp. Reservations: 603-383-9355
(Info on more ski clinics, snowshoe tours and lessons at www.jacksonxc.org.) - FIREWORKS
9:30pm • Schouler Park, No Conway
Ring in the new year with fireworks in Schouler Park in downtown North Conway.
Christmas at Jackson Community Church
MON, Dec 24: CHRISTMAS EVE
- CHRISTMAS CANDLELIGHT SERVICE: : Lessons, Carols & Candlelight.
5pm • Jackson Community Church- Lighting of the Advent candles including the Christ candle
- Christmas message
- Scripture readings
- Christmas carols
- Special music including piano, harp, guitar and vocal solos.
- Service ends as candles are lit and uplifted by the whole congregation.
- CHRISTMAS CANDLELIGHT SERVICE: : Lessons, Carols & Candlelight.
10pm • Jackson Community Church- Lighting of the Advent candles including the Christ candle
- Christmas message
- Scripture readings
- Christmas carols
- Special music including organ, piano, and vocal solo.
- Service ends as candles are lit and uplifted by the whole congregation.
TUE, Dec 25: CHRISTMAS DAY
- CHRISTMAS MORNING: Pajamas, Stories & Bells
10:30am • Jackson Community Church.
Come to church in PJs to ring bells, sing songs, and hear a special Christmas story.
THIS WEEK at Jackson Community Church and Around Town: TUE, Dec 18 – TUE, Dec 25
Ongoing: FRONT ENTRANCE RENOVATION
Tamarack Construction proceeds with installation this week.
TUE, Dec 18
- CLERGY LUNCH
12:30pm • Members of Clergy of the Eastern Slope gather. Rev Gail belongs to and attends this gathering.
WED, Dec 19
- PASTOR’S HOURS
7-9am • Glen Ledge Corner Store & Gas Station. Come by for hot beverage and conversation. Or make a date to go for a walk by calling/texting Rev Gail 978.273.0308 or emailing Rev Gail (gaildoktor@mac.com). - TUNE UP FITNESS with Laurie McAleer
9am • Parish House, Jackson Community Church.Fitness class. Free; open. to public - PASTOR’S OFFICE HOURS
Drop by to see Rev Gail. Or make a date to go for a walk by calling/texting Rev Gail 978.273.0308 or emailing Rev Gail (gaildoktor@mac.com). - Community Event: PEACE PROGRAM
100th Anniversary of Armistice (Ending WWI)
5-6pm • Old Red Library
Commemorating the 100th Anniversary of Armistice and the “War to End All Wars” as the First World War was known. Opportunity for people to bring in poems, songs, artwork, medals received, etc. Includes:- Musical performance of “Christmas in the Trenches” by Dexter Harding.
- Poetry selections offered by Tony Deluca
- Other contributions to this topic through poetry, literature and art.
- COUNCIL MEETING
7-8:30pm • Second Floor, Jackson Community Church
Meeting of church officers, staff, and designated team leaders and at-large representatives to prepare 2019 budget, and to review and make administrative and mission-driven decisions for governance and life of church. This meeting is open to any who wish to attend.
THURS, Dec 20
- INTRODUCTORY YOGA with Anjali Rose
9am • Parish House, Jackson Community Church Introductory yoga. - Community Event: JAMMY TIME
10:30-11am • Jackson Public Library
Jammy storytime for toddlers and preschoolers at the library. - AA
6:30pm • Second Floor, Church. - BLUE CHRISTMAS
7pm • Jackson Community Church
Intimate gathering for those living with Grief & Loss during the holidays.
FRI, Dec 21
- PASTOR’S HOURS
7-9am • JTown Deli. Come by for hot beverage and conversation. Or make a date to go for a walk by calling/texting Rev Gail 978.273.0308 or emailing Rev Gail (gaildoktor@mac.com) - Community Event: SOLSTICE CELEBRATION
4:30pm -6pm @ Jackson Public Library- Guided snowshoe tours with Tin Mountain Naturalist
- Indoor crafts and stories with Meredith
- Reflections on darkness and light during this longest night with Gail Doktor
- Sing-a-long with Chief Chris Perley and his banjo
- The event is put on in partnership with Tin Mountain Conservation Center, Friends of the Whitney Center, Jackson Public Library, Jackson Community Church, Jackson Grammar School, and the Jackson Police Department.
SUN, Dec 23: Advent 4 – Love
- INTERFAITH GATHERING @ OLD LIBRARY
8am • Old Library. Hot beverages available. Come for poetry, literature, conversation and prayer. - ADVENT WORKSHOP
9am • Youth and children. Please RSVP if planning to attend this activity. - CHOIR REHEARSAL
9am • Drop-in choir directed by Ellen Schwindt. All welcome to participate; come at 9am to warm up and learn the song. - WORSHIP
10:30am • Jackson Community Church.- Advent wreath-lighting by family.
- Accompanist: Alan Labrie
- Choir director: Ellen Schwindt
- Special Music: Roberts Family
- XC Passholder Event: JACKSON XC SKI TOURING POTLUCK DINNER
5p-7pm • Jackson XC Headquarters
Season passholders are invited to a potluck dinner: bring your favorite dish to share and prepare to be amazed by your fellow skiers’ culinary skills … and conversation. RSVP: 603-383-9355.
MON, Dec 24: CHRISTMAS EVE
- CHRISTMAS CANDLELIGHT SERVICE: : Lessons, Carols & Candlelight.
5pm • Jackson Community Church- Lighting of the Advent candles including the Christ candle
- Christmas message
- Scripture readings
- Christmas carols
- Special music including piano, harp and guitar and vocal solo.
- Service ends as candles are lit and uplifted by the whole congregation.
- CHRISTMAS CANDLELIGHT SERVICE: : Lessons, Carols & Candlelight.
10pm • Jackson Community Church- Lighting of the Advent candles including the Christ candle
- Christmas message
- Scripture readings
- Christmas carols
- Special music including organ, piano, and vocal solo.
- Service ends as candles are lit and uplifted by the whole congregation.
TUE, Dec 25: CHRISTMAS DAY
- CHRISTMAS MORNING: Pajamas, Stories & Bells
10:30am • Jackson Community Church.
Come to church in PJs to ring bells, sing songs, and hear a special Christmas story.
Christmas Pageant 2018
JCC 121618 – Pageant from architect on Vimeo.
This Week at Jackson Community Church: Tue, June 5 – Sun, June 10
Highlights:
- Wed – fitness
- Thurs – yoga & dine-to-donate at Shannon Door
- Fri – JGS Pavilion pegging,
- Sat – open house at Horton Center,
- Sun – children & youth worship service
Continue reading “This Week at Jackson Community Church: Tue, June 5 – Sun, June 10”