| Peru Community Church Weekly Announcements |
Rev. Phil Richards, Lead Pastor
Rev. Leigh McCaffrey, Assoc. Pastor for Growth |
Welcome to Worshipwith Rev. Phil Richards |
Steve Woodruff - Virtual Organist |
Sunday, September 20, 2026
9 a.m. - Worship Service ~ In-person and via Zoom
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Exodus 16:2–15: “Bread in the Wilderness” Dear Friends, Have you ever found yourself in a wilderness? A place where the old way of life no longer seems possible, but you’re not quite sure what comes next? That’s where we find the Israelites in Exodus 16. They’ve escaped Egypt, but now they’re hungry, uncertain, and wondering if they made a mistake. And then something unexpected happens. There is bread in the wilderness. This Sunday, we’ll explore what that story might say to us—not only about our own wilderness seasons, but about the kind of community we are called to be for one another. We’ll talk about the bread we receive and the bread we share: food, friendship, compassion, hope, and a place where people know they belong. I’ve known a few wilderness seasons in my own life, and I’m learning that we don’t always get a map for what comes next. Sometimes we simply discover enough grace for today—and people willing to walk with us. I hope you’ll join us for worship this Sunday as we gather, sing, listen, laugh, reflect, and look for the manna that may already be right in front of us. Come as you are. There’s room for you here. |
Zoom.us
Meeting ID: 884 4689 4229
Passcode: 579851
Phone: 1-646-558-8656
Bulletin content and Hymns are subject to change. |
| Please wear your name tag during worship and coffee hour. |
Prayer List
Shirley Arnold; Abbie Breen; Rob Butts; Carol; Sarah Connelly; Denise; Eric Duquette; Nancy Fegan; Jerry; Susanne & Eucky Jones; Bonnie Mahnk; Howard Newton; Patricia; Roy Perry; Evelyn Rinella; Sherrie & Julia; Bonnie St. Clair; Anne Stevensen; Jane Way; Katie Williams
Please contact the office if you would like to add a name to the prayer list. |
| If you have a prayer concern, please write it on a "Share your Joys & Concerns" card and place it in the "BLESSED" basket in the rear of the Sanctuary, to be read during Joys and Concerns. |
Meetings - Events - Announcements |
9/20: Worship at 9 am followed by Coffee Hour Granny's Attic Drop-Off 10 am - 12:30 pm (Calendar of all drop-off days and times found below.) 9/21: Granny's Attic Drop-Off 10 am - 12:30 pm AA 7:30 pm
9/22: RSVP Exercise Group 9:30 am - 10:30 am Granny's Attic Prep 9 am - 3 pm Today through sale day we'll be sorting, pricing and finalizing all details. 5 9/23: Knit Wits 1:30 pm at Vivian's Home Granny's Attic Prep 9 am - 3 pm Common Ground 5:30 pm in the Fellowship Center Chapel
9/24: RSVP Exercise Group 9:30 am - 10:30 am Granny's Attic Prep 9 am - 3 pm 9/25: Granny's Attic Prep 9 am - 3 pm Baked goods for tomorrow's sale can be dropped off between 9 am and 5 pm
9/26: Granny's Attic Sale 9 am - 4 pm All workers please arrive before 8:45 am. Pastor Leigh will share a prayer before doors open. All baked goods please drop off prior to 8:45 am |
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JCEO Wishlist for September |
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Monday, Sept. 28th at 10:30 am (In church office) |
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Welcome Visitors Cards
You may notice the green "Welcome Visitors" card in the pew racks. If you are new or visiting, would like to be added to our mailing list, or need to update your contact information, please fill one out and place it in the offering plate. |
Lifting Our Song Capital Campaign for an Allen Organ
You should have recently received a letter and pledge card from the church for our “Lifting Our Song” campaign. The purpose of this campaign is to purchase and install an Allen Organ that will support worship for generations to come. (Picture below)
After careful research, prayer, and conversation, we believe an Allen Organ offers an excellent combination of quality, reliability, flexibility, and long-term stewardship. Just as importantly, the new instrument will preserve the familiar appearance and beauty of our sanctuary while providing the technology needed to support worship well into the future.
If you have not yet done so, we invite you to pray over this opportunity and thoughtfully consider how you might participate in the Lifting Our Song campaign. Then, please complete your pledge card and return it to the church.
Do you have family or friends who have moved away from the area? They may also want to participate by making a pledge or giving a gift in honor or in memory of someone special. Extra pledge cards are available in the sanctuary. Gifts may also be made by sending a check to the church or through our website’s giving page, where an Organ Fund account is available to receive donations.
We also invite you to share your story! In the coming weeks, we will invite members to write down their favorite memories and experiences connected to music and worship in our church. Cards will be available in the sanctuary through late summer and into the fall.
Thank you for helping us "Lift Our Song" as we honor the past, support the present, and sing into the future!
The Music Ministry Team,
Abbie Breen, Ken Edwards, Rob LaFountain, Chris Mullen, Jim Stafford |
This is what our new organ will look like! |
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BACK - TO - SCHOOL
While there are many opportunities throughout Clinton County to contribute to Back-To-School drives, a conversation with a social worker from the Peru Central School District led to identifying some student needs that are still being unmet.
At the meeting of the Mission, Outreach and Social Justice team, it was agreed upon that we would like to help address some of these needs. For the months of September and October, we would ask that you consider making a donation of any of the following: Underwear - all sizes, boys and girls Socks - all sizes Leggings - all sizes (including for MS and HS students that have feminine issues) Boys elastic waist pants or shorts Deodorant Shampoo/Soap Feminine Products Laundry Detergent/Dryer Sheets (the school will often do laundry for a student)
Thank you in advance for your participation in this worthwhile mission. There will be a basket in the sanctuary to collect these items.
And the King will answer them, “Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brethren, you did it to me.” Matthew 25:40 (RSV) |
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Recycle Your Bottles & Cans to Benefit Peru Community Church!
Looking for an easy way to support our church? Bring your redeemable bottles and cans to Morrisonville Redemption to help benefit Peru Community Church!
Simply go in and tell them you would like your bottle deposit funds to go on the Peru Community Church account.
It’s a simple way to recycle, give back, and support our church! Thank you for your generosity!
Morrisonville Redemption is located at 1807 Route 22B, Morrisonville (across from Quabbin Valley Auction) They are open 9 am to 5 pm - Monday thru Saturday (Closed on Holidays) |
Join us for a new 10-week study, "Sitting with Job," as we explore how to navigate life's sudden and painful challenges. September 29, 2026 in person at Three Steeples UMC or online on Zoom.
Details HERE
The Reverend Dr. Kon Hwon Yang, the study leader, was professor of Old Testament Studies at Gateway Seminary (formerly known as Golden Gate Baptist Theological Seminary) in Ontario, California. He and his wife Patsy currently reside in Mooers, NY. |
🎄✨ Christmas Buffet Organizational Meeting at Plattsburgh UMC ✨🎄
It may still feel like summer, but Christmas will be here before we know it! One of our favorite traditions is the Plattsburgh UMC’s Christmas Buffet, and it takes a wonderful team of people to make it happen.
We’re gathering for an organizational meeting to begin planning this year’s Christmas Buffet. We’ll talk about the menu, decorations, setup, hospitality, serving, cleanup, and all the other details that help make the evening such a special celebration.
Whether you’ve helped Everywith the Christmas Buffet for years or this would be your first time, we’d love to have you join us! There are lots of ways to help, and you don’t have to take on a big job to be part of the team.
📅 Tuesday, September 29
🕡 6:30 p.m.
📍 Plattsburgh United Methodist Church
Come bring your ideas, your creativity, and your Christmas spirit as we begin making plans for another wonderful Christmas Buffet! |
Church Banner Sponsorship Opportunity
The Altar Team is seeking sponsors to help purchase the new Lent/Easter banners seen on the task board in the back of the church.
Each banner costs $150 and may be dedicated in honor of or in memory of a loved one. A commem-orative tag is included with each banner, allowing the honored individual's name(s) to be displayed.
These banners are the same high quality as those currently hanging in our sanctuary and will enhance our worship space for years to come.
If you would like to sponsor a banner or have any questions, please contact:
Dee Davis – (518) 569-8085
Dianne Miller – (518) 643-2165
Thank you for considering this meaningful way to beautify our sanctuary while honoring someone special. |
| If you are interested, Pastor Phil has a Substack account where he shares his writings and reflections. |
Are you interested in meeting with one or both of our pastors?
They invite you to reach out to them by phone call, text, or email. Their contact information is listed below. |
Mooers UMC 8 am; Three Steeples UMC 9 am; Peru Community Church 9 am; Plattsburgh UMC 10:15 am; Saranac UMC 11:15 am |
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