What’s happening at Christmas? We’ve been planning and preparing for weeks already. On of the most popular events of the season is the Children’s Sunday, with the traditional “Hanging of the Greens” liturgy and the children bringing in the manger scene, piece by piece. That will happen on Dec. 14. Music is one of…
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Thanksgiving is a great holiday for spiritual formation
Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays. It’s not just the food either. I do admit I’m a fan of cranberry sauce and turkey and stuffing, apple, pumpkin and mince pie, etc. But there’s more to this great holiday than the good food. I also have many good family memories of this important day. They…
Kid’s Costume Party and Hayride a big hit
Here’s a few pictures from the children’s costume party and hayride today. I can put up more if you send them to me. Seventeen children and twenty-two adults spent the noontime on Sunday celebrating the fall season at Copper Hill Church. The party kicked off with a costume parade led by Pastor Kelvin and his…
October Series
Last week we enjoyed a great report short term missions from Dakota Doney, his friend Heather and their team leader, Sue, from Second Baptist church in Suffield. We could sense their excitement at being able to serve others in need. We enjoyed their photos too, both projected and on the memory boards. Dakota and…
UMC Heritage site
Here is the link to a good reference site for basic United Methodist beliefs. This particular page talks about Methodism distinctive take on grace, explaining the three terms used in Wesley’s doctrine — prevenient grace, justifying grace and sanctifying grace. On the left of the page is a menu with links to other helpful info…
Fall Tag Sale and Bake Sale this Saturday
Who can resist the lure of table after table of items at tag sale prices! This Saturday, September 27, from 9 AM – 2 PM will be the annual fall tag sale and bake sale at Copper Hill Church. Items big and small have been coming in for weeks and more are still arriving….
New Beginnings is September Theme
It’s back-to-school time. That means new beginnings for most of our teachers and school children. Programming at church somewhat follows the school year too. So shortly after school begins, plans are laid for new Bible studies and other small groups. Musical groups start practicing again. New beginnings are important in our lives. During the month…
Summer Send-Off for Children
Summer Send-off was a fun party! The children at Copper Hill Church enjoyed a great time at church on Sunday, August 24. Organizers JoAnne Jones and Lisa Griffin planned a series of activities bound to please. It began with active outdoor games on our West lawn under Lisa’s direction on a perfect sunny day. After…
Copper Hill Church Participates in No More Malaria Campaign
On Sunday, August 17, volunteers from Copper Hill United Methodist Church spent part of the afternoon on the local rail trail walking to raise funds for the fight against malaria. The annual Skeeter Walk as it is called brought out a baker’s dozen volunteers to…
Kid’s Summer Send-Off
Summer Send-Off Kids’ Party Sun. Aug. 24 11 AM – 1:30 PM Copper Hill United Methodist Church 27 Copper Hill Road, East Granby Lunch included no charge Games, Bible story drama, and crafts for children Bring a friend! For more info: Pastor Kelvin & JoAnne Jones @ 860-653-2891