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To the 133 rd Meeting of theTo the 133 rd Meeting of theMetro AssociationMetro AssociationUnited Church of ChristUnited Church of Christ~Spring Conference 2010 ~~Spring Conference 2010 ~

From the ~Congregational Connections Committee

Therefore, my dear brothers,stand firm.

Let nothing move you.Always give yourselves fully to

the work of the Lord,because you know that your

laborin the Lord is not in vain.

1 Corinthians 15:58

The purpose of the UCC CongregationalConnections is to work towards developing unityand relationships between congregations in the

Metropolitan Association.

Statement of Purpose

Meet Our MembersReverend Dr. Jo Anne Hickman,

Associate Pastor

Margaret Mainusch (Peg)

Deacon Stephanie Bennett

Marcie Agee

Alice Brown

Reverend Marian Buckman, Chair

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Purpose: of the UCC Congregational Connections is to work towards developing unityand relationships between congregations in the Metropolitan Association.

We Need You! Please participate in creating a Metro Church Yearbook. by emailing thefollowing information about your church to Reverend Marian Buckman the committee

chairperson at UCCNYMetro@aol.comEmail Today!!

Corona Congregational Church invites you to participate in their “Annual 4F’s Walk-a-mile-a-thon and Flea Market, Saturday, May 15, 2010 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Rain date: May 22, 2010)at 102-18 34th Ave., Corona, NY. Enjoy a day of Fitness, Fun, Fellowship and Fundraising! Tablerentals for vendors: $20. For more information, see attached Flyer or call the church office: 718-335-8185.Nazarene Congregational Church invites you to celebrate “Annual Women’s Day”, Sunday,May 23, 2010, 11:00 AM. Guest Preacher: Rev. Carrie Nobles. The church is located at 506MacDonough Street, Brooklyn, NY 11233. Church office: 718-593-5995.On December 11, 2009, The Church of the Evangel United Church of Christ was listed on theNational Register of Historic Places. As you know, the National Register is the nation’s official listof properties worthy of preservation. On Saturday, June 5, 2010 at 3:00 PM at the Church of theEvangel UCC, we will be celebrating our becoming recognized as an Historic Site. Please come andcelebrate with us. The church is located at 1950 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11225. For moreinformation, email Pastor Lisa Robinson at revlr68@aol.com

Metro News and Events

Suffolk News and Events…First Parish Church invites you to a day of Praying, Singingand Walking the Labyrinth for Peace. Saturday, June 5, 2010,1:30 – 5:00 PM For all youth and those with a youthful spirit.Featuring Guest Singer: Stefan Andre Waligur. Lisa Barrow willlead the labyrinth walk. Healthy snacks will be served throughoutthe day. Suggested Donation: $10.00. For more information:Call Pastor Dianne Rodriguez: 631-608-3827. www.Spirit-Renewal.com

Do you have special events coming up at your church? Send aflyer or email to uccnymetro@aol.com so we can share the “GoodNews” of the church!

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This was my first year attending the UCC State Youth Event at Watson Homestead in Painted

Post, NY. I must say that it was both an eye opening and rewarding experience. Being from

New York City, it was definitely a drastic change in scenery. Waking up everyday to snow

covered mountains and trees rather than busy streets and skyscrapers was something that

was different yet relaxing.

Being surrounded by the calm and quiet, I was able to take to heart the theme of the

weekend. “Connect The Dots” was all about joining with others to strengthen your love for

yourself, the community and for God.

By participating in the worship service, my friends from the Metro Association and I were

able to share with the rest of the people our way of praising our Lord. Also, watching the

other associations conduct services helped me expand my horizons and learn about new

ways to give thanks and show my love for Jesus.

My favorite part of the State Youth Event would have to be the workshops. One of the

workshops that I attended that had an impact on me was ‘Sweet Dreams’ with Rev. Glenda

Prins. I found this workshop to be educational and entertaining. Family is something that we

all take for granted until we realize that there are others out there who do not have what we

have. I love the fact that the pillowcases that we made in the workshop were being donated to

foster children. It was a rewarding experience knowing that something I made was going to

help someone, somewhere.

Overall, I believe the weekend was a success. We are all distracted by many things in our life.

A weekend away from it all helps to connect the dots expand our views and strengthens our

relationships with each other, the community, and with God.

Emily PandianChristhava Tamil Koil

Hi my name is Rachel Daniel. I’m a sophomore attending Lincoln High School in Yonkers, New York. Every

Sunday I attend Christhava Tamil Koil, my mother church . Being part of a UCC congregation I haven’t

attended a state youth event before. This was my first time.

I went along with my 4 close friends and my mother Vinutha D. who is the advisor from church on this

spiritual journey. Honestly the only reason I liked this event was because I got to miss school on Friday. But

once I reached Watson homestead I realized how each individual were so welcoming and kind. Other youth

showed us around as well and we became friends.

I got to meet new youth from across New York from places I never thought existed. We were shy at first but

we adjusted and everything went well.

After few hours from arriving we had worship and metropolitan association held the service. Since our group

was from New York. Me, Emily, Junia and Pearlin were the 4 young ladies who represented Christhava Tamil

Koil and performed the Liturgical Dance. Performing was usual for us but it lifted up our souls.

The theme for this past weekend was “connect the dots”. every individual was created by god in his image and

we are destined to be in this place for a purpose he had set for us. Every one of us are dots, each person serves

a purpose in this world whether we believe it or not. When we all come together we connect the dots and we

make this image that brings us all together as a community but most of all people of god.

To me this experience was phenomenal, I met people who were so kind and welcoming but most of all I made

a connection with god. I realized each one of us in this world was born for a reason, and that gave me self-

confidence to do whatever I may put my mind to.

I thank every single person for allowing this event to take place.

- Rachel Daniel (Metro Association)

Rachel Daniel Christhava Tamil Koil

THE METROPOLITANTHE METROPOLITANASSOCIATION CHOIRASSOCIATION CHOIR

Fall Meeting2009

Mount VernonMount VernonHeightsHeightsCongregationalCongregationalChurchChurch18921892United Christ ChurchUnited Christ Church

Reverend Troy P. DeCohen, Pastor

Reverend Marian P. Buckman, Assistant Pastor

Associate Ministers:

Reverend Viviana DeCohenMinister Errol MullingsMinister Marvell Coker

258 S. Columbus AvenueMount Vernon, New York 10553

914.668.7987Website: www.mtvhcc.org

Email: mvernonheightscc.yahoo.comOnline Prayer Email: prayer@mtvhcc.org

"Upon this rock I will build mychurch and the gates of hell shall not

prevail against it"Matthew 16:18

Mount Vernon Heights Congregational ChurchUnited Church of Christ

Reverend Troy P.DeCohen

Pastor

Reverend Marian P. BuckmanAssistant Pastor

258 So. Columbus AvenueMount Vernon Heights Congregational Church

“U.C.C.”

Mount Vernon Heights Congregational ChurchUnited Church of Christ

258 So. Columbus Avenue, Mount Vernon, New York Worship Service

We believe that this is the foundation of our existence, as we offer ourselves unto the Lord. In our service we share meaningfulencounters with each other and we open ourselves to the spirit of the Lord through the Word of the Lord.

Summer Schedule:10:00 AM First Sunday in July through first Sunday in September.

3rd Sunday Family and Friends Day5th Sunday Youth Day

Sunday School:11:00 AM We have a tremendous comprehensive program that starts with our Sunday's School for children and youth. All teachers are trained and knowledgeable in the fundamentals of biblical principles.

Adult Bible Study:Monday Evening7:00 PM Apprenticeship Program with Abe Coker and Darryl Perez.

Tuesday Evenings6:30 PM Prayer Service with Reverend Viviana DeCohen7:30 PM Ministry/Leadership class facilitated with Rev. Troy DeCohen, Pastor

Wednesday evenings:6:30 PM Bible study class is facilitated by Reverend Marian Buckman, Assistant Pastor

Thursdays:6:30 PM Adult Choir rehearsal with the Minister of Music Minster Elston HenryCounseling:On Tuesdays at we offer individual counseling sessions held by the Pastor for his spiritual, family, or biblical enlightenment.We also offer a more comprehensive approach in counseling services which cover all aspects of social problems

Mount Vernon Heights CongregationalChurch

The  Three  DivasJoyce, Sheila & Deborah