The Covenant Association 2024 Fall Meeting will take place Sunday, October 27, at Zion Blue Mountain Church.

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Sunday, October 13

The Annual Reading/Berks CROP Walk to fight hunger will take place on 10/13, at 1:15 pm, at Gring's Mill Recreation Area. Bring a non-perishable food item to donate to the Helping Harvest food bank. You will also have the opportunity to write a letter advocating for Congressional anti-hunger measures. Sign up to donate, to join a team, or to walk on your own.

Saturday, October 19

Huff’s Union Church Oyster Pie Sale:  540 Conrad Rd., Alburtis, PA
Orders are due by Sunday, October 6, 2024.
Pick-up between 9:00 a.m. & 12:00 p.m. in the Chapel.
Cost: $9.00 per pie
Call church office at 610-845-2626 to order.

Sunday, October 27

The fall meeting of the Covenant Association will take place Sunday, October 27, at Zion Blue Mountain UCC in Strausstown. The event begins at 3:00 pm, with check-in starting at 2:00. Among the topics of conversation will be a discussion of the UCC's new Manual on the Local Church, facilitated by Rev. Bill Worley, Conference Minister of PSEC.

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Sunday, November 10

Come to St. Paul's UCC, Amityville, 1979 Weavertown Road, Douglassville, on November 10 at 2 pm, for a concert and lecture on African American spirituals featuring Steven Simpson and Anakai Smith-Ney. They will sing the songs and tell the stories behind them. Learn more: 610.689.9364, stpaulsuccamity.org.

Saturday, November 23

Community UCC, 3330 St. Lawrence Ave., Reading, 9 am. Find some great deals for Christmas presents at CUCC's annual bazaar. Features include craft vendors, a white elephant sale, and a variety of delicious soups. For more information: communityucc.net, 610.779.3955.

The New Beginnings Mission House is ready to receive new guests. If you know of a family who is unhoused, please reach out to St Paul's UCC in Fleetwood for an application. The home can accommodate up to a family of four. Guests work with a team to make progress toward their goals. Call 610 944-0406.

First UCC, Hamburg, operates a COMMUNITY DIAPER BANK, assisting families in need of diapers—free of charge. Distribution takes place the 4th Sunday of each month, 4:00–5:00 pm, at 3rd & Pine, Hamburg, PA. Recipients must provide verification of residence, meet qualification requirements, and complete an eligibility form. For assistance and information, call 610-562-2593.