Month of Wonder Postcard

Dana Johnson has done a great job of helping Nexus out with the promotion of our "Month of Wonder" a special series of celebrations at Nexus beginning on Easter Sunday.  Here is the first promotional piece for the Month of Wonder. 

• Click this link to download the PDF of the Month of Wonder Flyer 
• Click this link Month of Wonder Postcard to download the PDF of the post card that was mailed out to 15,000 homes.  
• Click the images below to see the post card full sized in your browser.

 

Nexus News- March 27, 2009

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This week

• Sunday worship at 10:00 will focus on living today in a time of crisis. Using John 12:20-32 as our point of departure, we'll explore what the crisis that Jesus confronted might teach us about our living in the crises of our times?
• Sharing Soup at the Y - Wednesday, March 25, 5:30-7:00 p.m.
• Don't forget:  if you're able, please bring non-perishable food to our collection basket at the front desk at the Y.

Mark your calendar- A Month of Wonder

• April 12: Easter Celebration: "The Garden of New Life"   9:00 breakfast, 9:50 acapella vocals, 10:00 worship followed by Easter Egg hunt
• April 19: "By God's Grace, We Are Together, " a service of re-dedication for all couples and blessings for  families of all configurations
• April 26: Community Music and Arts Celebration, special music, dance, story telling, and arts of all sorts
• May 3: Social Justice   Kris Royer Henninger, prominent local blogger, speaks on "Blood is the Least of It: What Makes a Family."
• May 19: Women of Faith Sunday (a Nexus interpretation of Mother's Day, respectful of all women and girls)

Blessings on you, today and every day,
Mike

Nexus News- March 19th, 2009

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Dear Friends of NexusChurch,

This week

 

Worship- this week will focus on probably the best known single verse in the Christian Bible - John 3:16.  How can we claim this powerful affirmation about God without picking up some of the negative, exclusionary logic that follows?  We'll also be inspired by new music, prayers, fellowship, and communion.

Discussion of The Shack by William P Young begins Sunday, April 5th, at 5:30 p.m. at the Y. Coordinated by Mark Smith, the group welcomes all.

Sharing Soup at the Y - Wednesday, March 25, 5:30-7:00 p.m. Leslie Baum reports that this year we are giving out three crocks of soup in the same time we distributed two crocks last year.  Don't forget:  if you're able, please bring non-perishable food to our collection basket at the front desk at the Y.

It's wonderful!

$10,000 worth of support!  Yes, $10,000.  All the neighboring UCC churches in southwest Ohio and Northern Kentucky (SONKA) have given Nexus a $10,000 grant to support our new marketing campaign.  We'll have direct mail, newspaper ads, brochures for you to give out, a renewed presence on the web - and that's just the start.  Dana Johnson is heading the Marketing Team which includes Krista Bramlage, Andy Closson, Jeff Davis, Brian Smith and Frank Wray.

A month of what?
April 12 thru May 3 - A Month of Wonder -- Beginning with Easter on April 12 we'll have a month of special services. These are the kind of services to which you'll want to invite friends and neighbors.  Attached is a VERY ROUGH overview.

In closing

Here is an amazing quote and random facts that have come across my desk this week.

Amazing quote:  "Local religious activists are voicing support for a proposed Butler County Children Services policy that gives preference in placing children with traditional married couples in foster care and adoption"  -- that's the lead paragraph in a news article in this week's Pulse Journal.  Um, interesting.  The reporter seems not be able to find a single religious leader in Butler County who is opposed to this immoral and hateful policy.  Um, interesting.  Looks like I need to convene a gathering of progressive clergy in Butler County and invite the reporter over for coffee and conversation.

A not-much-discussed fact: Friday, March 20, is the 6th anniversary of the day that U.S. missiles began to fall on Baghdad, Iraq.  Since then, somewhere between 63,000 and 655,000 Iraqi civilians have been killed; 320,000 U.S. vets (of Iraq and Afghanistan) may have some form of brain injury; and more than 4,200 members of the US armed forces have died in Iraq.

A welcome fact: Friday, March 20, is the official start of spring.



Maybe a fact: By my calculations, by moving from Chicago to West Chester, Vince and I have enjoyed a 29% improvement in the meteorological quality of our life.  You see, the US Weather Service reports that in February 2009 the average monthly temperature was 28 in Chicago and 36 in southwest Ohio.  And that works out to a 29% increase in warmth!
Actually, I don't need a calculator to know how much I appreciate your call to be your pastor.  Vince and I are blessed by your hospitality and welcome.  And with SONKA's generous support, Nexus Church is indeed stepping up to the fun and the challenges of being a voice of progressive Christianity in Butler County.  Praise God!

Blessings,
Mike

Nexus News- March 13, 2009

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Dear Friends of Nexus Church,

This week
It's a Bluegrass Sunday!  Judy and Warren Waldron will be our featured musicians Sunday, March 15, 10:00 a.m., at the Y.

More singing! 

Vince Benabese hosts an hour of informal singing Sunday afternoon, March 15, 1:30-2:30 at Vince and Mike's house: 6983 Willowood, Drive, West Chester 45241.  Dessert served.

We care a ton!  

If you're able, please bring non-perishable food to our collection basket at the front desk at the Y.  Sharing Soup at the Y - Wednesday, March 18, 5:30-7:00 p.m. See Leslie Baum for details.

It's new to me

The Shack by William P Young is the first book for the new discussion group now forming. See Mark Smith.

Knitting Ministry will start soon.
See Suzie Jarman.


Save the dates

April 10, noon-1:30 - We've been invited to join in the ecumenical Good Friday Stations of the Cross walk in downtown Hamilton.

April 12 thru May 3 - A Month of Wonder

-- Beginning with Easter on April 12 we'll have a month of special services. These are the kind of services to which you'll want to invite friends and neighbors.  Included will be an Easter Egg Hunt; re-commitment opportunity for couples of any kind; special musicians, dancers, storytellers and artists; and ButlerCounty justice folk.

In closing

What do you think about politics and religion?

For me as your pastor, it's nothing to do with partisan politics, with supporting the Republican Party, the Democratic Party, or any other partisan group.  Instead, for me the question is about justice on earth as it is in heaven.  It's about following Jesus.

I'll share with you something that makes a lot of sense to me -- a Lenten reflection by another UCC pastor, Quinn G. Caldwell, the  Associate Minister at Old South Church in Boston, Massachusetts:.

I believe that the American principle of the separation of church and state is designed to protect religion from the state, not the state from religion.  You might argue this particular point, as many do. What's harder to argue is this: that the entire story of the people of God from the Exodus on, from the prophets to Paul to Jesus Christ himself, derives from this: a story in which God sent the prophet Moses to Pharaoh, a head of state, to advocate on behalf of the poor and oppressed.  God told Moses to get political.

In the days before his inauguration, then President-elect Obama reminded us that voting should be the beginning, not the end, of Americans' political involvement.  He told us to organize, to write letters, to advocate for what we believe needs to happen.  He reminded us that politicians' hands are tied without the will of the people behind them.

So I say, let's give him what he asked for, and let's do it as Christians.  Ask yourself: how does God want me to be political?  What does God want to happen in the nation or the world?  If you're not sure where to start, ask your pastor, or check out http://www.ucc.org/justice/jpanet.html

The poor and oppressed are still here, the Realm of God is not, and God needs you to get political.

What do you think?

Blessings,
Mike

Nexus Music Coordinator

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Over the last two months, we have been working on re-visioning the Nexus music program.  A fairly large group of individuals came together on two occasions physically and via email in an effort to develop a cohesive vision for what the Nexus music program will look like.  

Following is "Our Vision for Music at Nexus Church"  as it has emerged from Saturday's workshop.

The vision statement contains four sections:

1. Goals and Aspirations
2. Principles and values
3. Job description for Nexus Church Music Coordinator
4. Participants in the two workshops

While the headings are mine, I believe all the content faithfully captures the discussions we had Saturday.

I invite you to read and reflect.  No document, especially a Vision statement, is ever completely finished and final.  As you read this statement, I ask you to reflect:  is it faithful to how you see God calling Nexus Church?  does it capture your interests and desire for music at Nexus?  is it good enough to guide our music for (say) the next year?

Blessings on us all as we sing and sign a "new" song unto God.

Mike


Our Vision for Music at Nexus Church

Goals and aspirations

At Nexus Church music itself will be a transcendent experience 
– personal and in the moment

• Closeness to God through music
• Spirituality
• Sung to express emotion
• Connection community
• Appropriate
• Inspiration
• Awe
• Passion
• Spirituality
• Music related to rest of worship
• Meaningful worship
• Meaningful lyrics and musical messages
• Music facilitates togetherness and community

The Nexus congregation will be visibly engaged and connected with the music.

• Audience is engaged – the Spirit  is engaged
• Congregations eager, full of spirit and excited to participate in worship service
• Connection with audience
• Being “in” the music – everyone participating
• Energy from group all in the same moment
• Meaningful leadership from musicians encouraging audience
• Audience going together – has spirit of a group
• Congregation is physically involved - -i.e., clapping, movement, etc.
• Music is high energy
• Congregation has its own repertoire of music

Among themselves, Nexus musicians will have a spirit of family and teamwork.

• Accomplished, sense of shining
• Friendships created
• Friendships
• Playing with a group
• Camaraderie
• Harmony
• Being outside the box together
• Building relationships with the group
• Togetherness

Principles and values

Overall, our musical program at Nexus Church will 

• be inclusive of all musical talents, all musical styles, and all levels of capability
• embrace diversity through allowing the active witness of all
• encourage all to participate in their own way and to try new stuff.

We envision an open structure which is welcoming to all and which encourages and enables musicians to let their lights shine.

We will periodically evaluate how well we are meeting these goals and principles.

Nexus Church Music Coordinator

Overall focus
Work with the congregation, musicians, and pastor to ensure that the Nexus Church musical
vision becomes a reality.

Specific responsibilities

Communication

1. Communicate with all musicians and find out what they are willing to do to help Nexus pursue its movement and growth.
2. Communicate with the congregation and listen to what they want to hear and see.
3. Serve as liaison between the pastor, a/v persons, and music ensembles to ensure the music ensembles are aware of the topics that will be covered each Sunday in order to ensure the music selections enhance the service.

Planning

1. Coordinate the schedule of regular musical ensembles and special music (soloists, unique pairings, children’s performances, etc.) for Sunday morning worship services.
2. Create and propose fun and exciting events for Nexus within Nexus' budget, time, and manner.  Coordinate music for special events (Christmas Eve, Open Jam Day, Ice Cream Social, etc.).
3. Provide assistance with musicians and ensembles, as requested.

Administration

1. Maintain sound and musical equipment owned by Nexus Church.
2. Maintain a library of music used during Sunday worship and other special events.  

Selection
As part of the Nexus Church staff, the Music Coordinator is selected by the Nexus Church
Governing Council.

Supervision
The pastor provides week-to-week supervision of the Music Coordinator.


Participation in the visioning process

These statements were developed over a three-month period, open to anyone interested in music at Nexus Church.  In addition to numerous e-mails, phone conversations, and private conversations, there were two face-to-face, public workshops.  The “final” version presented here took shape in the second workshop. 

 Participants in these workshops were as follows:

10 January 2009
Brian Smith
Chip Bramlage
Dave Jarman
Emily Closson
Judy Waldron
Karl Ulrich
Mike Underhill
Nick (junior)
Nick (senior)
Suzie Jarman
Vince Benabese
Warren Waldron

7 March 2009
Chip Bramlage
Judy Waldron
Mike Underhill
Sandi Lerman
Suzie Jarman
Vince Benabese
Warren Waldron

 

Governing Council Meeting Notes

These are the items that were discussed at the March 9th Governing Council Meeting:

New Ministries

• The Shack- book study- coordinated by Mark Smith
• Deaf ministry-  Spearheaded by Sandi Lerman
  
• Knitting ministry- Suzi Jarman
  
• Soup ministry and Food Drive- off to a great start- Leslie Baum
  

Music visioning
Agreed that Chip Bramlage will be (remain) Music Coordinator.  Music visioning sessions got a lot of participation and we reached consensus.  Make announcement on the blog and update the website.

Month of Wonder
Working title for the Easter/Post Easter Sunday series.
Ask for financial assistance from SONKA for advertising.  March 17 Church Development meeting
Easter is best time to reach out to people seeking a new church.

Sunday topics

• Easter Sunday
• Breakfast
• Easter egg hunt
• Special music
• Recommitment of couples Sunday
  
• Music & arts Sunday
  
• Stories, dance, poetry
• Social Justice- 
• adoption? Equal Opportunity?
  
• Diversity

Asked Dana Johnson to help with marketing of Month of Wonder.

501c3 tax exemption rules- talked about our 501c3 status and what that means concerning communication with the congregation both orally and electronically.

Nexus News- March 7, 2009

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Dear Friends of Nexus Church,

Do you ever wonder if it's really urgent for Nexus to be a strong voice of progressive Christianity in Butler County?

Our speakers at the recent Installation Service gave us their insights.  And recent events in Butler County have given us yet another practical reason.

It's now come to light that when it comes to finding adoptive homes for children, Butler County Children Services is now giving preferential treatment to what it terms "traditional" couples.  In other words, single parents and unmarried couples are now at the bottom of the list.  And since gay and lesbian couples are not able to be married in Ohio, that means that gay and lesbian folk join single parents at the bottom of the list.

What an immoral and hateful policy!  Children Services reports that there are more than 80 children currently awaiting adoption in Butler County.  Why would a sane agency adopt policies that discourage and raise barriers to any qualified parents willing to step forward and adopt a child?

When this policy was brought to my attention this afternoon, I immediately contacted Andrew and Michael, the Liberty Township couple whose recent adoption of a young girl is said to have "triggered" the policy change.  On your behalf, I expressed our outrage at the Butler County policy and our solidarity with them.

But what about all the other single persons and unmarried couples in Butler County who might be willing to adopt children?  How urgent is it that they hear a different message, a message of encouragement and support?

What about those 80 children waiting for adoption?  How urgent is it that they be given every opportunity possible for adoption?

Finally, what about those leaders and officials who sanctimoniously use the language of God to deny the basic human rights of children and of unmarried persons?  How urgent is it that they hear from a new people of God, a people who proclaim a message of justice, generosity, and joy?

Friends, God planted Nexus Church in Butler County for a reason, and it's an urgent reason. I encourage you to make your voice heard as we go forth in our journey together to respond to this issue and to the many other urgent issues, too.

Blessings in all our urgent work,
Mike

p.s.- You can listen again to Rev. Barb Bolsen and Mr. Jon Peterson speak on :"Why does Butler County need a strong voice of progressive Christianity such as Nexus Church?  Click on Installation Service (Guest Remarks Only) at http://www.nexusucc.org/sermons.php?pageType=main&pageID=35&pageName=%2FListen%20In%2F

Details about the Butler County's policy are in a Cincinnati Enquirer article http://news.cincinnati.com/article/20090306/NEWS01/903060348/1168/NEWS0101?GID=qL/7bcfCHuGoiwt3Jvo4Bo00IFr580Pc1DXM21f0f/Y%3D

 UPCOMING EVENTS

Sunday, Mar 1 - 10:00 a.m. - Do you ever wonder "What's Expected?"  Well, that was our topic this Sunday.  Mark 8:31-38 was our jumping off point.

Thanks to Sandi Lerman, we'll continue to learn a very small bit of American Sign Language.  We'll be inspired by the music of Chip Bramlage and the Band. Krista Bramlage will lead the children in New Explorers.  We'll have a communion this Sunday and every Sunday until Easter on April 12.

Governing Council - Monday, Mar 9 - 7:00 p.m.   This month the Council will meet at the Panera restaurant just off I-75 at Union Center Road.  Please contact Karl Ulrich if you have a concern or issue for the Council to consider.

Sharing Soup -Wednesday, Mar 11 - 5:30 to 7:00 (or until the soup runs out).  Leslie Baum has sign-up sheets for this service project which will continue every Wednesday at the Y until April 8. Last Wednesday, Leslie Baum, Beth McClary, Katie Kool, Frank Wray, and Maya and AJ Kool brought and served soup.

Monthly Song Circle - Sunday, Mar 15 - 1:30 - 2:30.   Vince Benabese is hosting an informal monthly song circle. It' will be a time to share and sing a wide variety of inspirational songs related to peace, earth, spirit, and justice.  It's open to all, regardless of your background in singing.  In between the songs, there'll be time for desserts. Location is in the basement of Vince's and Mike's home in West Chester

Children's Clothing Sale - Saturday, March 28 - East Butler Y is holding a consignment sale of children's clothing (newborn to size 16) and maternity clothing.  Sellers keep 80% of the selling price for their items,

GOOD STUFF

We Care a Ton -- It's a special food drive sponsored by Nexus from now to April 12.  We'll collect non-perishable food items and see that they get to a local food bank.  The collection box is in the hallway near the Y front desk.

Welcome, Janet and Beth!  Last Sunday Janet Crawford and Beth McClary took vows as covenant members of Nexus. 

Where are the 20-Somethings? -Jeff Davis and Pastor Mike participated March 2 in a Webinar on the special challenges of reaching younger adults. Unfortunately, the session was more theoretical than practical.  But there were a few ideas which might help us at Nexus.

FAITH AND LIFE

Growing Bold in Grand Rapids, MI - June 22-29 -- The UCC Coalition for LGBT Concerns is planning its 2009 National Gathering.  The theme for this year's gathering is "Growing Bold." It will be a celebration of what Open and Affirming can be in its fullest expression -- worship, fellowship, celebration and engagement.

According to Google, Grand Rapids is an easy 5.5 hour drive from the Y.  Dana Johnson will coordinate the trip for anyone interested in going from Nexus.

Daily devotional for Lent?  The UCC offers a free devotional sent to your e-mail every day in Lent.  These devotionals are written by UCC folk from across the country.  To sign up, just go to
http://i.ucc.org/FeedYourSpirit/Subscribe/tabid/101/Default.aspx

GIVING

Offering basket - No, we don't pass the plate or make a "big deal:" of it.  But we do know that regular giving is part of spiritual growth.  Members and friends of Nexus are reminded that the offering basket is on the table as you enter the gym.  Please use an envelope, if you would like a year-end statement of your giving to Nexus.

Electronic giving You can use your debit/credit card or a bank transfer to make on-line charitable contributions to Nexus Church. Contributions can be made via the Web Site or by sending funds directly to the Nexus Church PayPal account: paypal@nexusucc.org.

INCLEMENT WEATHER?

Yes, very occasionally (even in March) the snow and ice are so bad that we have to cancel Sunday worship or a planned church activity.  If it is necessary to cancel Sunday worship, a decision will be made at least by 8:00 a.m. Sunday morning.

Notice of any cancelled worship or cancelled activity will be given in three ways:

• An e-mail will be sent to all persons on the general Nexus distribution list
• A notice will be placed on the Nexus web-site: www.nexusucc.org
• A changed message will be put on the voice mail of the Nexus phone: 513-708-7803.

Nexus News February 28, 2009

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Dear Friends of Nexus Church,

You may expect me to be slightly biased in favor of good news from Nexus.  So this week I want to share with you excerpts from some e-mails I received this past week.

Here's the way one Nexus person described last Sunday's Installation Service:

That was such a beautiful, exhilarating service.  I especially was touched by the SONKA pastors and clergy friends that stood up to vow their support. What a wonderful visual way to show support for ours and Mike's ministry. Now we have faces to attach to the prayers we know are being said for us.  WOW!

And here's how another Nexus person describes what's going on in our common life:

There is an energy and electricity running through the congregation that is inspiring.  The new groups and activities that are beginning to pop-up are exciting.  ... I am so glad that I made the change and joined Nexus and to be a part of the new life of this congregation.  We are in such exciting times in our church as it is sprouting new life and growing!  The spirit is definitely moving among us!!

Amen and amen!

Blessings today and every day,
Mike

UPCOMING EVENTS

Sunday, Mar 1 - 10:00 a.m. -- What a wonderfully full Sunday we hadd this week!

We'll received new members (the last of our January New Member Class), learned a very small bit of American Sign Language (in anticipation of both Sandi Lerman's daughter and a possible new ministry for deaf persons); and shared communion.  Mark 1:9-15 will invited us to go "into the wilderness" with Jesus.  In case you missed the sermon (or if you just want to listen to it again), it's posted at our website at http://www.nexusucc.org. Just click on "Listen In".  The morning ended with our monthly pot-luck lunch,

Where are the 20-Somethings? - March 2 -- Jeff Davis and Pastor Mike will participate in a special Webinar on the special challenges of reaching younger adults.

Sharing Soup - Starting Wednesday, March 4  - It's a simple and greatly appreciated Lenten service project - serving homemade soup to folks at the Y every Wednesday from 5:30 to 7:00 (or until the soup runs out.)  Leslie Baum is coordinating the event and has sign-up sheets Sunday morning.

Music Visioning Group -- Saturday, March 7, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m., at Pastor Mike's home, 6983 Willowood Drive in West Chester.  Anyone interested in the musical program at Nexus is invited to participate in this second gathering.  We'll review the ideas and hopes voiced at the first meeting, examine the current situation with music at Nexus, and come to agreement about moving ahead.

Governing Council - Monday, Mar 9 - 7:00 p.m.   This month the Council will meet at the Panera restaurant just off I-75 at Union Center Road.

Sing Along Fellowship- Like to sing new and old inspirational music?  Like to eat dessert?  Starting the third week of March, Vince Benabese will host a monthly song circle. It's envisioned as a time to share and sing a wide variety of inspirational songs related to peace, earth, spirit, and justice.  It's strictly informal and open to all, regardless of your background in singing.  In between the songs, there'll be time for desserts..

Location is in the basement of Vince's and Mike's home in West Chester.  Possible dates are Sunday afternoon, March 15, or Friday evening, March 20.  If you're interested, let Vince know (vbenabese@gmail.com) which date works better for you.

Children's Clothing Sale - Saturday, March 28 - East Butler Y is holding a consignment sale of children's clothing (newborn to size 16) and maternity clothing.  Sellers keep 80% of the selling price for their items,

Growing Bold in Grand Rapids, MI - June 22-29 -- The UCC Coalition for LGBT Concerns is planning its 2009 National Gathering.  The theme for this year's gathering is "Growing Bold." It will be a celebration of what Open and Affirming can be in its fullest expression -- worship, fellowship, celebration and engagement.

According to Google, Grand Rapids is an easy 5.5 hour drive from the Y.  Dana Johnson will coordinate the trip for anyone interested in going from Nexus.

GOOD STUFF

Installation Service- It certainly was a full house last Sunday afternoon!.  Members and friends of Nexus joined with folks from other UCC churches in the area and with Mike to make promises about our ministry together.

Many hands made it all possible.  Pam Benjamin, Brian Smith, Karl Ulrich, Ruth Brandon, and Carol Bastin led the service of Installation.  Anna Ulrich read the scriptures. Guest speakers from Chicago and from Delaware, OH, challenged us to prepare for God's Realm here in southwest Ohio. Chip Bramlage and the Band provided music.  Krista Bramlage provided childcare.  Helen Ulrich organized a good group of Nexus folk who brought refreshments. Suzi Jarman helped get things set up.  Janet Crawford greeted visitors as they arrived.

Our first Ash Wednesday Service- Feb 25.  A group of 10 Nexus folk gathered in one of the rooms at the Y for our first Nexus Ash Wednesday service.  It was a simple, intimate time for reflection and meditation.  We shared communion and the imposition of ashes. Janet Crawford got things set up and assisted with communion.  If you would like a copy of the service, just let Mike know.

Summer camp?  From 2nd and 3rd grade to grandparent/grandchild, there's a variety of summer UCC camps available for your children.  The Closson family has had great experiences with these summer camps, and would be glad to share their experiences with you.

FAITH AND LIFE

Daily devotional for Lent?  The UCC offers a free devotional sent to your e-mail every day in Lent.  These devotionals are written by UCC folk from across the country.  To sign up, just go to

http://i.ucc.org/FeedYourSpirit/Subscribe/tabid/101/Default.aspx

Telling YOUR story -- Have you noticed that the Nexus blog now has faith stories from five individuals or couples:

• Barb and Reg Olsen
• Jeff Davis
• Chip Bramlage
• Frank Wray
• Brian Smith

There's plenty of opportunity for you to share YOUR faith journey, too.  Just let Brian Smith know.  Click on "Spotlight" at the right to see the list of the stories. 

GIVING

Offering basket - No, we don't pass the plate or make a "big deal:" of it.  But we do know that regular giving is part of spiritual growth.  Members and friends of Nexus are reminded that the offering basket is on the table as you enter the gym.  Please use an envelope, if you would like a year-end statement of your giving to Nexus.

Electronic giving You can use your debit/credit card or a bank transfer to make on-line charitable contributions to Nexus Church. Contributions can be made via the Web Site or by sending funds directly to the Nexus Church PayPal account: paypal@nexusucc.org.

INCLEMENT WEATHER?

Yes, very occasionally the snow and ice are so bad that we have to cancel Sunday worship or a planned church activity.  If it is necessary to cancel Sunday worship, a decision will be made at least by 8:00 a.m. Sunday morning.

Notice of any cancelled worship or cancelled activity will be given in three ways:

• An e-mail will be sent to all persons on the general Nexus distribution list
• A notice will be placed on the Nexus web-site: www.nexusucc.org
• A changed message will be put on the voice mail of the Nexus phone: 513-708-7803.