This page lists all announcements in reverse chronological order regardless of topic.

• Worship Resources for Sunday, October 6, 2024
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  October 5, 2024
  Orchard Ridge United Church of Christ Sunday Worship Resources Sunday, October 6, 2024 World Communion Sunday 9:00 am – Children and Youth Faith Formation 10:00 am Worship Sermon: Dr. John Leonard – “Bread for the World” Musical Offerings: ORUCC Choir with Bruce Gladstone, Vicki Nonn & John Leonard Lay Liturgist: Susan Dovell Sacrament of Holy Communion  11:00 am – …
• ORUCC supports Los Volcanes Open House on October 10th
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  October 4, 2024
  You’re Invited! Los Volcanes Open House Launch Party  Thursday, Oct 10, 2024, 3:30pm – 6:30pm 8508 Fairway Drive Middleton, WI 53562 We heard from Los Volcanes last Sunday at a 9 a.m. presentation about their collective and the work challenges of Latinx workers.   Now come join them for good music, food, guest speakers, and an opportunity to explore …
• ORUCC –October Lunch & Learn
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  October 4, 2024
  Lunch and Learn  Wednesday, October 9th   Effigy Mounds   On Wednesday October 9th we will welcome Amy Rosebrough, Archeologist, for the Wisconsin Historical Society to Lunch and Learn.  She will speak about Wisconsin effigy mounds.  Rosebrough has substantial experience in Wisconsin’s and the Midwestern United States’ archaeology scene, and her work has spanned public, private and educational sectors of archaeology, including within …
• ORUCC Weekly Announcements for October 3rd
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  October 3, 2024
  Spiritually Alive, Joyfully Inclusive, Committed to Justice Weekly Announcements for Thursday, October 3 Women’s Book Group Thursday, October 3 1:30 – 3:00 pm Swan Room and Zoom Deanna Blanchard (see article below) Breakfast Group – Denny’s Friday, October 4 8:30 – 10:00 am 433 S. Gammon Road Louise Jeanne (see article below) Yoga Class Friday, October 4 9:00 – 10:00 …
• Church Leadership Team Opportunities at ORUCC
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  October 1, 2024
  As we continue to grow and strengthen our church community, we are excited to invite nominations and self-nominations for several important positions within our church leadership team. We are seeking individuals for the following roles this fall:   1.   Treasurer, Associate Treasurer, and Finance Team Members: Responsible for overseeing the church’s finances, ensuring accurate record-keeping, and managing the budget. This group also …
• Meal Train for Laura Amburn and Family
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  September 29, 2024
  Dear Friends, We are organizing a Meal Train for our dear friend and church member Lauren Amburn and her family during her breast cancer journey. Lauren will be undergoing a double mastectomy on October 9th, which will significantly impact her mobility for a few weeks. This is a great way to help support Lauren, Bryce, and Nathan! Please click on …
• ORUCC Adult Education Presentation tomorrow, Sept. 29th, at 9 am
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  September 28, 2024
  You’re invited to an Adult Education Presentation tomorrow, Sept. 29th, at 9 am! At Orchard Ridge United Church of Christ, 1501 Gilbert Rd., Madison, Wisconsin, 53713 (Friendship Hall) Hear compelling personal stories of worker justice in action The ORUCC Immigration Justice Team invites you to a presentation by members of Los Volcanes, a worker cooperative that specializes in screenprinting, sewing, …
• Worship Resources for Sunday, September 29, 2024
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  September 28, 2024
  Orchard Ridge United Church of Christ Sunday Worship Resources Sunday, September 29, 2024 9:00 am Faith Formation for Children and Youth Nursery care available 8:30-11:30 am 10:00 am Worship Sermon: Kate Mackey Lay Liturgist: Ruthanne Landsness Musical Offering: Bruce Gladstone and Judy Brauer 11:15 am  Sermon Talk-Back         Click Here for Printable Bulletin Join our Worship virtually on YouTube any time after 10 …
• Worker Justice in Action presentation: Sunday at 9 am in Friendship Hall
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  September 27, 2024
  Hear compelling personal stories of worker justice in action this Sunday, September 29th, at 9:00 am in Friendship Hall The ORUCC Immigration Justice Team invites you to a presentation by members of Los Volcanes, a worker cooperative that specializes in screenprinting, sewing, and embroidery.  Come help us celebrate the successful creation by Los Volcanes of an immigrant-led cooperative. The group …
• Need your help finding lost set of keys!
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  September 26, 2024
  Help Joyce Pohl find her lost set of keys! On Thursday, September 26th, church member Joyce Pohl lost her set of keys while working on the church grounds. If you happen to find a set of keys, please call Joyce right away at (608) 206-5607 or email her at [email protected]. Also, please let Joyce know if you’ve got a metal …
• ORUCC Weekly Announcements for September 26th
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  September 26, 2024
  Spiritually Alive, Joyfully Inclusive, Committed to Justice Weekly Announcements for Thursday, September 26 Racial Justice Mission Team Thursday, September 26 9:45 – 11:15 am Zoom Pam Oliver Zoom Meditation Group Friday, September 27 9:30 – 10:30 am Sue Dixon MOSES meeting Saturday, September 28 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Swan Room Barbie Jackson Sunday, September 29 9:00 am Worker Justice …
• Worship Resources for Sunday, September 22, 2024
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  September 21, 2024
  Orchard Ridge United Church of Christ Sunday Worship Resources Sunday, September 22, 2024 9:00 am Faith Formation for Children and Youth Nursery care available 8:30-11:30 am 10:00 am Worship         Point Pastor: Kate Mackey Sermon: Rachel Bauman Lay Liturgist: Lauren Amburn WCC Prayer: Ginny Moore Kruse Mission Moment: Ruthanne Landsness 11:15 am  Sermon Talk-Back Click Here for Printable Bulletin Join our Worship virtually on …
• ORUCC Weekly Announcements for September 19th
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  September 19, 2024
  Spiritually Alive, Joyfully Inclusive, Committed to Justice Weekly Announcements for Thursday, September 19 Human Resources Mission Team Thursday, September 19 3:00 – 4:30 pm Romero Room Deanna Blanchard Zoom Meditation Group Friday, September 20 9:30 – 10:30 am Sue Dixon ORUCC MOSES Group Friday, September 20 1:00 – 3:00 pm Swan Room Barbie Jackson Sunday, September 22 9:00 am Children …
• ORUCC Youth Updates & Feedback Requested!
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  September 16, 2024
  Dear friends, Fall is in full swing! I hope that everyone is getting settled into the new school year. There are two important things I would like to bring to your attention regarding our youth at ORUCC:  Invitation for Gilda's Walk/Run, Sunday October 6: This is a fundraising walk (2 mi.) or run (5K) for Gilda’s Club Madison, a nonprofit …
• Worship Resources for Sunday, September 15, 2024
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  September 14, 2024
  Orchard Ridge United Church of Christ Sunday Worship Resources Sunday, September 15, 2024 9:00 am Faith Formation for Children and Youth Nursery care available 8:30-11:30 am 10:00 am Worship         Sermon: Ken Pennings         Lay Liturgist: Jim Franzone         Musical Offerings: ORUCC Choir         Birthday Offering         Compassion Offering: Yahara House Director Brad Schlough         Witness for “Week of Peace for Palestine & Israel” (Sept. 16-22): Ruth Ann …
• ORUCC Weekly Announcements for September 12th
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  September 12, 2024
  Spiritually Alive, Joyfully Inclusive, Committed to Justice Weekly Announcements for Thursday, September 12 Zoom Meditation Group Friday, September 13 9:30 – 10:30 am Sue Dixon Sunday, September 15 9:00 am: Children and Youth Faith Formation (formerly “Sunday School”–see article below) 10:00 am Worship         Sermon: Ken Pennings         Lay Liturgist: Jim Franzone         Musical Offerings: ORUCC Choir         Birthday Offering         Compassion Offering: Yahara House …
• Sept 26 – 7 pm Zoom with Peter Makari
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  September 11, 2024
  The Interfaith Peace Working Group of Wisconsin will host a one-hour Zoom session on Gaza at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 26, featuring Peter Makari, global relations minister for the UCC and the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Peter, recently back from Jerusalem, will share updates on Gaza, followed by a Q&A session. This event aims to help faith leaders …
• Worship Resources for Sunday, September 8, 2024
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  September 7, 2024
  Orchard Ridge United Church of Christ Sunday Worship Resources Sunday, September 8, 2024 9:00 am Faith Formation for Children and Youth Nursery care available 8:30-11:30 am No Java & Jesus this Sunday 10:00 am Worship Welcome Back & Youth Service Trip Celebration! Preaching: Youth Panel with Kate Mackey Musical Offering: ORUCC Bell Choir, TRU Function Trio Lay Liturgists: Sage Walker, …
• ORUCC –September Lunch & Learn
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  September 6, 2024
  Lunch and Learn  Wednesday, September 11th   We return on the 11th for our first meeting of our program year.  We gather at 11:30 am for the lunch portion in Friendship Hall and adjourn to Worship Hall for the Learn portion. This month we will learn about Braver Angels.   Braver Angels is a nonprofit dedicated to political depolarization. The organization runs workshops, debates, …
• Hello from Pastor Julia after maternity leave!
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  September 5, 2024
  Pastor Julia Burkey  September, 2024 Dear Orchard Ridge UCC, Greetings to you in this season of new beginnings, where God’s spirit surrounds each of us as we begin a new church year, as we send our children back to school, as we sink into the last days of summer and as we harvest the heavy tomatoes in our garden. How …
• ORUCC Weekly Announcements for September 5th
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  September 5, 2024
  Spiritually Alive, Joyfully Inclusive, Committed to Justice Weekly Announcements for Thursday, September 5 Women’s Book Group Thursday, September 5 1:30 – 3:00 pm Zoom and Day Room Deanna Blanchard Breakfast Group – Denny’s Friday, September 6 8:30 – 10:00 am Denny’s, 433 S. Gammon Rd. Louise Jeanne (see item below for more details) Zoom Meditation Group Friday, September 6 9:30 …
• Sign up now for ORUCC’s Black History for a New Day group course
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  September 3, 2024
  Registration is now open for ORUCC’S group course: Black History For A New Day (BHFAND) Mondays 7-9PM Sept. 16-Nov. 18 either on Zoom or at church.   Put ORUCC in the “coupon” box and probably also in the “organization” box. Then it lets you register without paying. Money should go to the church office.  Register by Sept. 6, 2024 Choose the …
• Worship Resources for Sunday, September 1, 2024
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  August 31, 2024
  Orchard Ridge United Church of Christ Sunday Worship Resources Sunday, September 1, 2024 10:00 am Worship Sermon: Rebecca Meier-Rao Centering Moment: Leslie Linser Lay Liturgist: Brian Lancor Musical Offerings: Sandra Dyar and her granddaughter Samantha (piano duets) Sacrament of Holy Communion 11:15 am  Sermon Talk-Back: Leslie Linser Click Here for Printable Bulletin Join our Worship virtually on YouTube any time after 10 am: …
• ORUCC Weekly Announcements for August 29th
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  August 29, 2024
  Spiritually Alive, Joyfully Inclusive, Committed to Justice Weekly Announcements for Thursday, August 29 Zoom Meditation Group Friday, August 30 9:30 – 10:30 am Sue Dixon Sunday, September 1 10:00 am Worship Sermon: Rebecca Meier-Rao Centering Moment: Leslie Linser Lay Liturgist: Brian Lancor Musical Offerings: Sandra Dyar and her granddaughter Samantha (piano duets) Sacrament of Holy Communion 11:15 am  Sermon Talk-Back: Leslie …
• Worship Resources for Sunday, August 25, 2024
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  August 24, 2024
  Orchard Ridge United Church of Christ Sunday Worship Resources Sunday, August 25, 2024 10:00 am Worship Sermon: Rev. Phil Haslanger Centering Moment: Bob Millholland Lay Liturgist: Nancy Wettersten Musical Offerings: David Myers & Sue D’Alessio Kids in the Garden: Rachael Lancor & Sara Hagen 11:00 am  Sermon Talk-Back Click Here for Printable Bulletin Join our Worship virtually on YouTube any time after 10 …
• ORUCC Weekly Announcements for August 22nd
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  August 22, 2024
  Spiritually Alive, Joyfully Inclusive, Committed to Justice Weekly Announcements for Thursday, August 22 Racial Justice Mission Team Thursday, August 22 9:45 – 11:15 am Zoom Pam Oliver Zoom Meditation Group Friday, August 23 9:30 – 10:30 am Sue Dixon Sunday, August 25 10:00 am Worship Sermon: Rev. Phil Haslanger Centering Moment: Bob Millholland Lay Liturgist: Nancy Wettersten Musical Offerings: David …
• Worship Resources for Sunday, August 18, 2024
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  August 17, 2024
  Orchard Ridge United Church of Christ Sunday Worship Resources Sunday, August 18, 2024 9:00 am Summer Seminar “The Deep Source of Trump’s Appeal” Facilitated by Baxter Richardson Alfred Swan Room All are welcome! Click here for reading 10:00 am Worship Sermon: Phil Haslanger Centering Moment: Susan Soric Lay Liturgist: Lauren Amburn Musical Offerings: Susan Soric and Claire Purkis 11:15 am  Sermon …
• ORUCC Weekly Announcements for August 15th
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  August 15, 2024
  Spiritually Alive, Joyfully Inclusive, Committed to Justice Weekly Announcements for Thursday, August 15 Zoom Meditation Group Friday, August 16 9:30 – 10:30 am Sue Dixon “The Deep Source of Trump’s Appeal” Facilitated by Baxter Richardson Sunday, August 16, 9:00 am Alfred Swan Room Sunday, August 18 10:00 am Worship Sermon: Phil Haslanger Centering Moment: Susan Soric Lay Liturgist: Lauren Amburn …
• ORUCC – August 18, 9 am, summer seminar
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  August 13, 2024
  You’re invited to a summer seminar! at Orchard Ridge United Church of Christ 1501 Gilbert Rd., Madison, WI 53711 Sunday, August 18th, 2024, 9 am in the Alfred Swan Room “The Deep Source of Trump’s Appeal” Faciliated by Baxter Richardson In January, Pastor Julia Burkey asked us to think about what we need as the 2024 election cycle approaches. While …
• Mitri Raheb speaks on September 8 at 7:00 pm in Madison
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  August 12, 2024
  Register now for a presentation Sunday, September 8, 2024, 7:00-8:30 pm at Midvale Community Lutheran Church by the Rev. Dr. Mitri Raheb. Born and raised in Palestine, Rev. Dr. Mitri Raheb is a co-founder of Bright Stars of Bethlehem. He is founder and president of Dar al-Kalima University in Bethlehem. Previously, he was the pastor of the Evangelical Lutheran Christmas …
• Worship Resources for Sunday, August 11, 2024
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  August 10, 2024
  Orchard Ridge United Church of Christ Sunday Worship Resources Sunday, August 11, 2024 10:00 am Worship Sermon: Rev. Shelby Jeidy (they, their) Centering Moment: Becky Baumbach Lay Liturgist: Ginny Moore Kruse 11:15 am  Sermon Talk-Back Click Here for Printable Bulletin Join our Worship virtually on YouTube any time after 10 am: YouTube Link You will need to refresh the page after 10 am …
• ORUCC Weekly Announcements for August 8th
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  August 8, 2024
  Spiritually Alive, Joyfully Inclusive, Committed to Justice Weekly Announcements for Thursday, August 8 Ministry of Christian Witness and Service Thursday, August 8 6:30 – 8:00 pm Zoom LuAnn Greiner Zoom Meditation Group Friday, August 9 9:30 – 10:30 am Sue Dixon Sunday, August 11 10:00 am Worship Sermon: Rev. Shelby Jeidy (they, their) Centering Moment: Becky Baumbach Lay Liturgist: Ginny …
• Worship Resources for Sunday, August 4, 2024
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  August 3, 2024
  Orchard Ridge United Church of Christ Sunday Worship Resources Sunday, August 4, 2024 10:00 am Worship Sermon: Rev. Shelby Jeidy (they, their) Centering Moment: Becky Baumbach “Kids in the Garden” for children ages 6+: LuAnn Greiner and Laura Conners assisting Lay Liturgist: Meg Stevens Musical Offerings: Jim McNamara & friends Sacrament of Holy Communion 11:15 am  Sermon Talk-Back Click Here for …
• ORUCC Weekly Announcements for August 1st
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  August 1, 2024
  Spiritually Alive, Joyfully Inclusive, Committed to Justice Weekly Announcements for Thursday, August 1 Women’s Book Group Thursday, August 1 1:30 – 3:00 pm Zoom and Alfred Swan Room Deanna Blanchard (see article below) Friday Breakfast Group Friday, August 2 8:30 am Denny’s, 433 S. Gammon Road Louise Jeanne (see article below) Zoom Meditation Group Friday, August 2 9:30 – 10:30 …
• August Compassion Offering: United Church of Christ Outdoor Ministry
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  August 1, 2024
  Many at Orchard Ridge have experienced community and spiritual renewal at Moon Beach over the years. So many of us have warm memories from across the seasons:  Along with Moon Beach, Daycholah Center on the shores of Green Lake, and Cedar Valley located on over 100 beautiful acres near West Bend, comprise our United Church of Christ outdoor ministry here in Wisconsin. And here at Orchard Ridge, we …
• Worship Resources for Sunday, July 28, 2024
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  July 27, 2024
  Orchard Ridge United Church of Christ Sunday Worship Resources Sunday, July 28, 2024 10:00 am Worship Sermon: Rev. Phil Haslanger Centering Moment: Bob Millholland Lay Liturgist: Ginny Moore Kruse Musical Offerings: Bethany Schultz (clarinet) Click Here for Printable Bulletin Join our Worship virtually on YouTube any time after 10 am: YouTube Link You will need to refresh the page after 10 am …
• ORUCC Weekly Announcements for July 25th
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  July 25, 2024
  Spiritually Alive, Joyfully Inclusive, Committed to Justice Weekly Announcements for Thursday, July 25 Zoom Meditation Group Friday, July 26 9:30 – 10:30 am Sue Dixon Sunday, July 28 10:00 am Worship Sermon: Rev. Phil Haslanger Centering Moment: Bob Millholland Lay Liturgist: Ginny Moore Kruse Musical Offerings: Bethany Schultz (clarinet) 11:15 am  Sermon Talk-Back Meditation Group Thursday, August 1 8:00 – 9:00 …
• Worship Resources for Sunday, July 21, 2024
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  July 20, 2024
  Orchard Ridge United Church of Christ Sunday Worship Resources Sunday, July 21, 2024 10:00 am Worship Sermon: Phil Haslanger Centering Moment: Leslie Linser Lay Liturgist: Dee Seyfarth Musical Offerings: Paul Vash 11:15 am  Sermon Talk-Back: Leslie Linser Click Here for Printable Bulletin Join our Worship virtually on YouTube any time after 10 am: YouTube Link You will need to refresh the page after …
• ORUCC Weekly Announcements for July 18th
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  July 18, 2024
  Spiritually Alive, Joyfully Inclusive, Committed to Justice Weekly Announcements for Thursday, July 18 Zoom Meditation Group Friday, July 19 9:30 – 10:30 am Sue Dixon Sunday, July 21 10:00 am Worship Sermon: Phil Haslanger Centering Moment: Leslie Linser Lay Liturgist: Dee Seyfarth Musical Offerings: Paul Vash 11:15 am  Sermon Talk-Back: Leslie Linser Men’s Group Monday, July 22 7:15 – 8:45 pm …
• Worship Resources for Sunday, July 14, 2024
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  July 13, 2024
  Orchard Ridge United Church of Christ Sunday Worship Resources Sunday, July 14, 2024 10:00 am Worship Celebrating Eco-Spirituality Sermon: Dr. John Leonard Centering Moment: Leslie Linser Lay Liturgist: Lauren Amburn Musical Offerings: John Leonard and Friends Kids in the Garden: Julie Mazer & LuAnn Greiner 11 am  Blessing of the Veggie Village celebrating 15 years! 11:15 am  Sermon Talk-Back Click Here for …
• ORUCC Weekly Announcements for July 11th
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  July 11, 2024
  Spiritually Alive, Joyfully Inclusive, Committed to Justice Weekly Announcements for Thursday, July 11 Zoom Meditation Group Friday, July 12 9:30 – 10:30 am Sue Dixon Sunday, July 14 8:00 am Youth Service Trip departure 10:00 am Worship Celebrating Eco-Spirituality Sermon: Dr. John Leonard Centering Moment: Leslie Linser Lay Liturgist: Lauren Amburn Musical Offerings: John Leonard and Friends Kids in the …
• Worship Resources for Sunday, July 7, 2024
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  July 6, 2024
  Orchard Ridge United Church of Christ Sunday Worship Resources Sunday, July 7, 2024 10:00 am Worship Sermon: Manuel Ramminger Centering Moment: Bob Millholland Musical Offerings: Jennifer, Ken, Henry & Linus Hahn Lay Liturgist: Leslie Linser Sacrament of Holy Communion 11:15 am Sermon Talk-Back Click Here for Printable Bulletin Join our Worship virtually on YouTube any time after 10 am: YouTube Link You …
• ORUCC Weekly Announcements for July 4th
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  July 4, 2024
  Spiritually Alive, Joyfully Inclusive, Committed to Justice Weekly Announcements for Thursday, July 4 Please note that the church office is closed today, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. Breakfast Group–Denny’s Friday, July 5 8:30 – 10:00 am Louise Jeanne Denny’s, 433 S. Gammon Road (see announcement below for more details) Zoom Meditation Group Friday, July 5 9:30 – 10:30 …
• July Compassion Offering: Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Food Pantry
  by Pam Oliver
  July 2, 2024
  Did you know that Good Shepherd Lutheran Church (GSLC) offers a weekly (Thursday) food pantry? This pantry located at 5701 Raymond Road opened its doors in 2005 and currently serves up to 75 eligible individuals and families each week.    Rick Thomas, GSLC Outreach Director, reports that the pantry has experienced record high demand (up to 50% more attendance) since late …
• Worship Resources for Sunday, June 30, 2024
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  June 29, 2024
  Orchard Ridge United Church of Christ Sunday Worship Resources Sunday, June 30, 2024 10:00 am Worship Sermon: Rev. Shelby Perez (they, them, their) Centering Moment: Susi Petta Musical Offerings: Melissa Simonson Lay Liturgist: Bruce Gladstone 11:15 am Sermon Talk-Back Click Here for Printable Bulletin Join our Worship virtually on YouTube any time after 10 am: YouTube Link You will need to refresh the …
• ORUCC Weekly Announcements for June 27th
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  June 27, 2024
  Spiritually Alive, Joyfully Inclusive, Committed to Justice Weekly Announcements for Thursday, June 27 Please note that the church office will be closed on Thursday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. Zoom Meditation Group Friday, June 28 9:30 – 10:30 am Sue Dixon Sunday, June 30 10:00 am Worship Sermon: Rev. Shelby Perez (they, them, their) Centering Moment: Susi Petta …
• Worship Resources for Sunday, June 23, 2024
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  June 22, 2024
  Orchard Ridge United Church of Christ Sunday Worship Resources Sunday, June 23, 2024 Please note: The cooling pump on our air conditioning system is broken, and it will take approximately two weeks to install the new part. During this time, please dress for church knowing that it will be a bit warmer in the sanctuary. 10:00 am Worship Sermon: Rev. …
• What kind of service did we do this year?
  by Youth Newsletter
  June 21, 2024
  By Max Ronan This year our service work was done with the Service Leaning Program, who brought us projects mostly surrounding helping homeless shelters. We were split up into two groups that did different work, so I can’t say what the other groups did. The first day my group went to a shelter with a garage that had gotten over …
• Teaming Up on the 2023 Youth Service Trip
  by Youth Newsletter
  June 20, 2024
  By Bajinnem R. Cranol Last summer ORUCC’s youth went on a trip to Duluth, MN. We spent a week doing service work helping at a number of different locations including a farm, a Boys and Girls Club, and a state park. While doing this we were separated into three separate teams. Each of these groups would work together while at …
• The Beautiful City of Duluth
  by Youth Newsletter
  June 20, 2024
  By Andrew K Nithate Duluth Minnesota is a beautiful city right by Lake Superior. It has some nice shops and places to stay. There’s also two state parks we went to about an hour away. One of them has nice waterfalls. One of the best things about Duluth is Lake Superior, where you can swim (if you can handle the …
• Downtime In Duluth
  by Youth Newsletter
  June 20, 2024
  By Arlo Ttekceb Cars pull into the church parking lot, in the church parking lot sits a Kobussen coach bus, that our bus driver Wilson, would be driving later. Groups of families stand next to that coach bus.  That day was July 9th, 2023. We had to arrive at the church no later than 7:00. Once families parked their cars, …
• ORUCC Weekly Announcements for June 20th
  by Orchard Ridge UCC
  June 20, 2024
  Spiritually Alive, Joyfully Inclusive, Committed to Justice Weekly Announcements for Thursday, June 20 Please note: The cooling pump on our air conditioning system is broken, and it will take approximately two weeks to install the new part. During this time, please dress for church knowing that it will be a bit warmer in the sanctuary. Flicker Wild Church Thursday, June …
• Service Trip Bus Rides
  by Youth Newsletter
  June 20, 2024
  By Max Ronan Our bus rides are the beginning and end of our trips, and sometimes in the middle too! This year the bus ride was only 6.5 hours which is shorter than the usual trip. You might be thinking, “That sounds much better than an overnight trip!” But in my opinion the longer trips are much more fun and they …