Pilgrim's Progress

Here is a link to our latest newsletter:

July 7, 2010

For earlier newsletters, please scroll to the bottom of the page.
For archived newsletters, call or write Marty at the office.  pilgrimucc@verizon.net  / 489-1381

Sunday School

During the school year, Sunday morning activities for children immediately follow the children's word in worship.  Teams teach ages 2-4, grades K-2, and grades 3-5.  During the 9:30 hour we have activities for children (including music at 10:15), and a class for adults.

The last day of Sunday School until the fall was May 16.

Agape for All Ministries, Inc.

A radically inclusive - Christ-centered ministry, presents:

Spirit-filled praise, annointed worship and relevant Bible study, and plain talk about tough issues.  Join us every Wednesday evening from 6:30 -- 8:00 pm at Pilgrim UCC.  Facilitated by Rev. J. Michelle Mathis & Rev. Marvetta M. Walker.

For more information, call 919-251-8154 or email afaministries@aol.com

Vacation Bible School

You are invited to join us on the evening of Aug 13 and the mornings of Aug 14-15 to enjoy activities with the theme "We Are Family".  The VBS will be for ages 3 and up, and children will be divided by ages as our Sunday School classes are.  We need lots of Pilgrim adults and youth to help with drama, art, music, food, storytelling, and activities. 

Book Study

Rev. Ginger will lead a study of the book Introverts in the Church by Adam S. McHugh, starting Sunday August 22 at Foster's at 9 am.  All are invited to discuss the different ways we process information and approach relationships, and how our church can include everyone in its ministries.

Pilgrim Visiting and Care

Pilgrim's Care Team is looking for people to join a pool of volunteers who would like to provide urgent or especially needed care to Pilgrims with medical or other temporary needs, and to visit/support people who can't get to church.  The Care Team helps with regular visits, phone contacts, food, communion, transportation to the doctor, and other services.  Please speak to Rev. Ginger or your deacon for more information or to volunteer.

English Classes

Each Wednesday and Thursday from 7:30-9:00 pm, we have volunteers ready to teach English to Hispanics in both group and individual sessions, in our Bilingual Exchange program.  Childcare is provided. August will be a vacation month.

Additional volunteer tutors are always welcome and needed, and there is a special need for tutors on Thursdays!

Youth Mission Trip to the mountains

During July 11-17, youth who are rising 7th through 12th graders are invited to join other UCC youth on a summer mission trip.  We will join other UCC youth from North Carolina in working on a housing project and enjoying the NC mountains.  Accommodations and leadership will come from the UCC's Johns River Valley Camp.  Contact Rev. Carla for more information.

Let's Go Swimming!

Families and youth are invited to join UCC youth from other Durham churches at Emerald Pointe, the water park in Greensboro, on Saturday July 24.  The cost for kids is $10, which includes lunch, and children under 14 must be accompanied by a parent/adult.  To sign up, look for the form outside Rev. Carla's office -- please RSVP by July 10.  Questions?  Contact Ami Nagle.

 Prayer Retreat - Hillsborough UCC

On Saturday July 17, Hillsborough UCC is sponsoring a prayer retreat at the Day/Hill residence and inviting area churches and individuals to this beautiful and secluded setting.  Each participant will have the chance to explore how we are uniquely created to relate to God, through structured and unstructured time, study and prayer, in groups and in solitude.  Lunch will be provided with a suggested donation of $10.  For information or to RSVP, please email tammerie@gmail.com.