For purposes of responding to the Covid pandemic, temporary changes were made to expand the services of CareNet, which were intended to continue for the duration of the pandemic. In mid-March a group of TJMC folks came together under circumstances that none could have envisioned a mere several weeks prior....
The church building including the church office continues to be closed due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Church staff are working from home and are available via email and telephone. When can church open again? Staying Connected with CareNet In mid-March a group of TJMC folks came together under circumstances that...
High Touch without High Tech—Staying Connected Several weeks ago almost 50 TJMC folks came together (Phone Tree Callers and Errand Volunteers) and committed to regularly contacting and to be ready to run errands, provide meals, provide rides to appointments and whatever other pressing need that may arrive for those people...
Sunday Hospitality – Building Community One Cup at a Time! After Sunday service we all have the opportunity to gather in the Social Hall for coffee, tea, and snacks or for a delicious cup of soup on Soup Sundays. We see friends, welcome visitors and, most importantly, share an hour...
“It makes me happy to serve the congregation especially in this important time of transition. I would tell other members who are not yet involved: ‘Don’t wait to be asked, let people know you are interested.’” – David Shutt, Chair Committee on Ministry This is an important time in our...
Art has the power to move us! “In a church my soul cries out for all the artistic vehicles: poetry, music, song, visual, architectural, color, dance and fire.” – Elizabeth Breeden During the month of January we are highlighting the opportunity to serve through the arts. Whether it’s joining your...
“All who welcome all” begins here … “A welcoming person who smiles, says hello, takes an interest in you, and willingly offers helpful information, can provide that essential positive first impression. That is the job of the Greeters.” – Jenny Garden, Greeters Chair During the month of November we...
Would you (by yourself, with your family, or with another friend or two) like to provide altar flowers or non-floral altar displays on a given Sunday? You might want to mark a special occasion, honor a special someone, or just want to help create beauty in our sanctuary. Your name(s)...