Every week of this "Angels Among Us" series, someone has come up and told me a story of an angel in their life. They are stories of ordinary encounters and spectacular interventions, clear content or ambiguous interpretation–some are recognized at the time as divine interactions and others are recognized only in hindsight. What is fascinating is that many are momentary glimpses of grace and assurance provided by strangers, who are never seen again.
The book by Susan Robb, The Angels of Christmas: Hearing God's Voice in Advent has several such stories. The fleeting nature of these encounters makes me want to pay attention in new ways--to be open to such brushes with angel wings. Because, for many, it happens not in spectacular form with a guy in a white suit and feathers intervening in the day, it's much subtler. And whether you call these moments of grace or angelic sightings matters not. What matters is how we respond. How do these encounters encourage us to act with more hope, more peace, more joy and love? How do they call us to be the messengers of reassurance and courage for others?
–Pastor Kelly | | | GIFTS FOR THE KING
Please return your gifts with the tag that has the gift details (from the tree) this Sunday (December 11th).
If you didn't get a tag, but wish to participate, you may purchase gift cards to places such as Dunkin Donuts, Chick-fil-A, Bowling, Nail Salons, etc. There will be an offering plate to deposit gift cards, cash, or checks.
We appreciate all of your donations that will make the children's Christmas season even more joyful! | | LAST CALL FOR POINSETTIA ORDERS
DUE THIS SUNDAY, DECEMBER 11TH
CALL OR EMAIL THE OFFICE
OR FILL OUT FORM ON SUNDAY | | |  | We are looking for volunteers to help us collect food from interested shoppers on both days. The food collected will go to some of our local pantries to support their current increased need for food. This is a great opportunity to give back to the community during the holiday season. We'd love to see you, your family, your faith community group, or your friend group there! CLICK HERE TO REGISTER | | | Congratulations to Jennifer Cardin-Smith and Wilbert Horne who were married this past Saturday here at MSUMC (12/3/2022). Jennifer looked stunning in her wedding dress and the beautiful couple even included their faithful furry friends as part of their yummy wedding cake! The couple invited family and friends to a reception at Nashua Country Club following the ceremony and plan on taking a honeymoon later this winter. | | | Many have asked for the address for Ian Clarke-Pounders' son Gary and Family in order to send condolences; Gary's address information is as follows:
Gary Clarke-Pounder
10 Mountain Laurels Drive
Apt 603
Nashua, NH 03062 | | | We have created a Wish List on Amazon for items that are needed at the church. If you are able, please visit the link and help us with our daily needs.
CLICK HERE | | NASHUA SOUP KITCHEN
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES | | |  | | Every 3rd Sunday from 2 - 4pm !
Volunteers are also needed at the daily food pantry at the Nashua Soup Kitchen. Hours are from 11 to 2:45, Mon thru Fri.
If you don't have the whole time to give, come from 11 to 1 or 1 to 2:45.
Heart of Nashua aprons happily provided! | | | Need help getting around Nashua.....check this out! | | |  | | JANUARY 19, 2023 (NEW DATE)
NEXT PLANNING BOARD HEARING
Pastor Kristy and Nancy Long have continued to attend visibility events coordinated by GSOP to educate the community about the asphalt plant proposal for Temple Street. This plant will be harmful to the many neighbors near the site, who will be subjected to pollution, noise, and a significant increase in asphalt truck traffic on pedestrian routes. The Planning Board hearing has been tabled until January 19th (new date) to allow the environmental impact study to be completed.
We would appreciate those who are willing to write letters to the planning board to please do so at pb@nashuanh.gov. If you are willing to speak against the plant at the Jan 19th meeting (at this time both zoom and in person are available), please reach out to Pastor Kristy for more information on how to do so and what criteria are most important to the Planning Board. | | Class is back in session! Join Pastor Kristy and Paul Pederzani for the new "Mary Had a Baby" study.
Online and in-person. Books will be provided for all those attending in-person. Reach out to Pastor Kristy if you plan on attending remotely and would like a book.
ALL ARE WELCOME!
Here is the link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88185355974?pwd=SEpQemJ3ZzRRWm9lMFFQSlpwdUhzQT09 | | | Don't forget! If you need gift cards this holiday season or any time of year, use RaiseRight.com. A portion of your purchase gets donated to your charity of choice (MSUMC), and it's free to use! The code needed to sign up for MSUMC's program is: 7EF7366757686.
Just visit raiseright.com or download the app from your phone's app store.
It is recommended that e-gift cards are purchased at this time due to shipping delays. You can schedule them to be delivered at a specific day/time. | | Pastors' Sabbath days:
Pastor Kelly: Tuesday Pastor Kristy: Friday | | | | | |
