What better season than New Year to pause, look back, look around, look to God and look ahead?

In a guided session of reflection, Willow Street Church member, Rev. Jim Haun, will be inviting us to consider God's hand in our lives.

It is not as intense as it may sound, and you will be surprised by the joy experienced and insights received.

This will all be done in a relaxed setting around tables in our chapel, and will start with a light brunch from 10:30 to 11:00.

There is no charge. A sign up is in the Gathering Place, or just show up!

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Join us for lessons and carols, a traditional worship service celebrating the birth of Jesus.

Cub Scout Pack 58 and Boy Scout Troop 58 of Willow Street presents… Light-up L-S, a Luminaries Fundraiser.

On December 24th, let’s transform our neighborhood into a beautiful winter community. Come together and join us in celebrating this Christmas season by lining our neighborhoods with candle luminaries. #LightUpLS

Participating households will line the street in front of their house and if desired, their driveways and walkways, too. The luminaries are placed 2-3 feet apart and everyone lights their candles by 5:30 p.m.

Luminary kits include: 10 candles that burn for 10 hours, white paper bags, sand and instructions.

$15/kit delivered in L-S area / $12 kit if picked up.

Please order by Friday, December 6. Any questions? Email troop58willowstreet@gmail.com

Scouting58.org

Proceeds benefit Cub Scout Pack 58 and Boy Scout Troop 58 for program activities.

Thank you for your support!

Pastor Zach will be leading an advent study on Mondays at 1PM November 25th - December 23rd.  The study focuses on the experiences of four sets of often overlooked characters in the Nativity story. We’ll be reading An Unlikely Advent by Rachel Billups, exploring the themes of hope, love, joy, and peace by sharing the stories of Elizabeth and Zechariah, Herod, the Magi, and the shepherds. Each set of unexpected characters has something to teach about living faithfully on the journey to Christmas.

You can purchase your book online or we do have some copies available in the church office for $15.00/each.  The book will support the Advent Sermon Series, so you may wish to purchase it and read it alone, even if you can’t attend the study time. 

*If you’d like to participate in the study, but you can’t purchase the book due to financial constraints, just let Pastor Zach know, and we’ll be sure to get you a copy! 

Sign up by calling Katie in the Church Office or by using the sign-up sheet in the gathering place. 

The Holidays can be a tough time for anyone, but especially those of us carrying grief. Join us for a special service where we make space for the complicated parts of Advent and Christmastime.

All are welcome for our free December community meal! Please note December 17th date-- a week earlier than usual. Join us in the Fellowship Hall!

Pastor Zach will be leading an advent study on Mondays at 1PM November 25th - December 23rd.  The study focuses on the experiences of four sets of often overlooked characters in the Nativity story. We’ll be reading An Unlikely Advent by Rachel Billups, exploring the themes of hope, love, joy, and peace by sharing the stories of Elizabeth and Zechariah, Herod, the Magi, and the shepherds. Each set of unexpected characters has something to teach about living faithfully on the journey to Christmas.

You can purchase your book online or we do have some copies available in the church office for $15.00/each.  The book will support the Advent Sermon Series, so you may wish to purchase it and read it alone, even if you can’t attend the study time. 

*If you’d like to participate in the study, but you can’t purchase the book due to financial constraints, just let Pastor Zach know, and we’ll be sure to get you a copy! 

Sign up by calling Katie in the Church Office or by using the sign-up sheet in the gathering place. 

Join us as our children lead us in worship for our annual Christmas pageant. This year's play is called, "Sleepover at the Stable."

Pastor Zach will be leading an advent study on Mondays at 1PM November 25th - December 23rd.  The study focuses on the experiences of four sets of often overlooked characters in the Nativity story. We’ll be reading An Unlikely Advent by Rachel Billups, exploring the themes of hope, love, joy, and peace by sharing the stories of Elizabeth and Zechariah, Herod, the Magi, and the shepherds. Each set of unexpected characters has something to teach about living faithfully on the journey to Christmas.

You can purchase your book online or we do have some copies available in the church office for $15.00/each.  The book will support the Advent Sermon Series, so you may wish to purchase it and read it alone, even if you can’t attend the study time. 

*If you’d like to participate in the study, but you can’t purchase the book due to financial constraints, just let Pastor Zach know, and we’ll be sure to get you a copy! 

Sign up by calling Katie in the Church Office or by using the sign-up sheet in the gathering place. 

On Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 8:30 a.m. enjoy photos and breakfast with Santa.

All proceeds support Willow Street UCC preschool:

$7/adult ticket ages 12+
$5 child ticket ages 3-11

Children 2 and under are free.

Christmas cookies will be packaged by the dozen and sold for $7.00/each.

Cub Scout Pack 58 and Boy Scout Troop 58 of Willow Street presents… Light-up L-S, a Luminaries Fundraiser.

On December 24th, let’s transform our neighborhood into a beautiful winter community. Come together and join us in celebrating this Christmas season by lining our neighborhoods with candle luminaries. #LightUpLS

Participating households will line the street in front of their house and if desired, their driveways and walkways, too. The luminaries are placed 2-3 feet apart and everyone lights their candles by 5:30 p.m.

Luminary kits include: 10 candles that burn for 10 hours, white paper bags, sand and instructions.

$15/kit delivered in L-S area / $12 kit if picked up.

Please order by Friday, December 6. Any questions? Email troop58willowstreet@gmail.com

Scouting58.org

Proceeds benefit Cub Scout Pack 58 and Boy Scout Troop 58 for program activities.

Thank you for your support!

Pastor Zach will be leading an advent study on Mondays at 1PM November 25th - December 23rd.  The study focuses on the experiences of four sets of often overlooked characters in the Nativity story. We’ll be reading An Unlikely Advent by Rachel Billups, exploring the themes of hope, love, joy, and peace by sharing the stories of Elizabeth and Zechariah, Herod, the Magi, and the shepherds. Each set of unexpected characters has something to teach about living faithfully on the journey to Christmas.

You can purchase your book online or we do have some copies available in the church office for $15.00/each.  The book will support the Advent Sermon Series, so you may wish to purchase it and read it alone, even if you can’t attend the study time. 

*If you’d like to participate in the study, but you can’t purchase the book due to financial constraints, just let Pastor Zach know, and we’ll be sure to get you a copy! 

Sign up by calling Katie in the Church Office or by using the sign-up sheet in the gathering place. 

Join us for our annual time of preparing the church for the beautiful season of Advent. Contact the Church Office for more details.

Pastor Zach will be leading an advent study on Mondays at 1PM November 25th - December 23rd.  The study focuses on the experiences of four sets of often overlooked characters in the Nativity story. We’ll be reading An Unlikely Advent by Rachel Billups, exploring the themes of hope, love, joy, and peace by sharing the stories of Elizabeth and Zechariah, Herod, the Magi, and the shepherds. Each set of unexpected characters has something to teach about living faithfully on the journey to Christmas.

You can purchase your book online or we do have some copies available in the church office for $15.00/each.  The book will support the Advent Sermon Series, so you may wish to purchase it and read it alone, even if you can’t attend the study time. 

*If you’d like to participate in the study, but you can’t purchase the book due to financial constraints, just let Pastor Zach know, and we’ll be sure to get you a copy! 

Sign up by calling Katie in the Church Office or by using the sign-up sheet in the gathering place. 

Book Club News……

Next meeting: November 18th -

12:00pm (GP)

“Five Wishes of Murray McBride” by Joe Siple.

Contact us for more information!

Join us as we welcome our newest members to Willow Street Church. If you’d like to be a member, please Contact Us.

It’s time again for scouting for food, a collection in the Willow Street Area. Food pickup will be on November 9th. Food can be dropped off at the scout house the morning of November 9th or if you live in the Willow Street area, you’ll be receiving more information via a brochure placed on your home’s door on November 2nd.

We are delighted to be the charter organization for the Willow Street Scouts!

Join us for food, games, and fun! Contact the church office to sign up, and bring a game to share.

Led by Deacon Sue, this is a great class for those considering officially joining our congregation. Enjoy dinner, conversation, learning, and Q&A. To sign up, email Office Manager Katie: office@wsucc.com.

Eleanor Isaacson’s story seems impossible—but it’s true. Abandoned as a toddler in East Germany, American-born Eleanor Isaacson survived bombings, starvation, and the Russian occupation before entering her teens.

When she fled to America just as the Iron Curtain shut, however, Eleanor discovered that the “Land of the Free” held as much pain and rejection as the life she’d escaped. It took some time, but eventually Eleanor found the man of her dreams and the beauty of dance, and gradually became more and more aware of the “invisible friend” who had always loved her and held her tight.

Eleanor Isaacson will share her inspiring story at Willow Street Church on Saturday, October 19 at 10:00 AM. Her book, Dancing from Darkness, will be available at that time. A free-will offering will be taken and light refreshments will be served. This inspirational program is presented by the Willow Street Church Book Club.

EVERYONE WELCOME!

Join us for a special Sunday celebrating God’s invitation to creativity! During and after the worship service, enjoy a time of sharing the ways in which God delights in our ability to create. To learn more, contact our office: office@wsucc.com or (717) 464-3462.