FIRST COMMUNION: This weekend fourteen children will participate in the Lord’s Supper for the first time. This is an important step

in the life of a Christian because it is here where we receive God’s
forgiveness and are strengthened for service by God’s abiding love. This
sacrament is a gift of God’s love. Today we celebrate this Faith Stepping
Stone, the mark of “Stepping into Forgiveness” with, Kate Barner, Bill Blaise, Sari- na Blaise, Jonathan Cappellino, Zachary Dery, Emma Doran, Katie Gundersen, Daniel Mauro, Matthew Mauro, Zachary McGough, Dylan McVicker, Skylar Michaud, Matthew Stanczykiewicz, Andrew Sargis.

Thank you to the walkers and the donators for the crop
walk. There were a total of 186 walkers who participated from 7 churches throughout Southington. Over $7700. was raised for hun- ger.Approximately300poundsoffoodwasdonated. A special thank you to those of you who volunteered your time that day. Barbara Welton,

“Love your neighbor as yourself” Matthew 22:39

Thanksgiving is coming and there are many people right here in Southington won- dering how they are going to provide a special meal for their families. We can help.

Southington Social Services is asking that we help put together baskets or boxes for families of 1-12 people. As you grocery shop this coming week, please pick up some extra for a family in need. Please bring items to church next Sunday, November 13th. A committee will be making up the baskets and boxes, but if you would

like, you are welcome to make up your own basket or box to be delivered to Social Services– just indicate for what size family it’s intended. Items needed:

canned corn, canned green beans, stuffing, corn muffin mix, cranberry sauce, gravy grocery gift certificates for $15-$20 (for a Turkey), pie filling/crust

To make for more festive baskets the following would add that special touch to their day:

holiday paper plates/napkins, candles, centerpiece, large basket or decorated box

Thank you in advance for your generosity.

Barbara Welton, Director of Welfare, 860 628-7814

The next book is When Christ Comes by Max Lucado.
In When Christ Comes, bestselling Christian author Max Lucado us- es common stories, often drawn from his own life, to explore the challenging question of the Second Coming of Christ. Lucado’s pri- mary concern is not theological but practical: how should we re- spond? And what should we do in the meantime? His answer is clear, if paradoxical: “wait forwardly,” he writes. Be “patiently vigilant.” Live in expectation even as you live fully in the present.

Becoming a member of Zion is not a prerequisite for participation in
our congregation or our ministries, however it is the best way to be a genuine part

of the church. Public vows taken in joining the church serve as a powerful reminder that we are not ashamed to identify with Christ or his people. Membership opens you to greater opportunities to use the spiritual gifts God has given you as a disci- ple of Christ. Membership information classes will be held Monday, Nov. 7 from 7-9 pm or Thursday. Nov. 10 from 7-9 pm. New members will be received in worship on the weekend of November 20.