First Congregational Church of Claridon | United Church of Christ | Geauga County, Claridon Township, Huntsburg, Ohio

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Claridon Worship Times. Summer hours begin June 15th. Sunday worship at 10:00 AM. No Summer Sunday school. Sunday Scripture, Message, Bulletin. June/July Mission Project: Heifer Project International. Read More. The Good Tidings Benefit Choir, Messiah, Pilgrim Brass, December 1-2, 2007. Audio [MP3]. Tools of Hope: February 3rd Children's Message [MP3]. Claridon selected as 2007 Tom Paton accessibility award winner. Read More. [ Standard - Low Vision ].

First Congregational Church of Claridon United Church of Christ
Jesus in the House by Chuck Marohnic.
Jesus in the House by Chuck Marohnic.

United Church of Christ Disaster Ministries

In the wake of devastating flooding and a record number of tornados striking mid-America this spring, the United Church of Christ has issued a $200,000 emergency appeal. Make a Secure Online Donation. There is also a need for volunteers. Sign Up for Volunteer Opportunities to assist with immediate relief and long-term recovery. Communities across Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, Indiana and Iowa have been severely impacted by these unprecedented spring storms. Missouri is bracing for the flood waters which are moving downstream.

		Strawberry Festival, Wednesday July 16. Township Park next to church. Great food starting at 6 PM, Bake sale and the Great Geauga County Fair Band at 7 PM. Continue.
		Audio and video files originally on the home page have been consolidated. See Claridon Audio/Video.
		Sunday, May 25th America - Pilgrim's Prayer, Patriots Dream concert at the Geauga County Fairgrounds was outstanding even if the sound system did not cooperate. Listen to an audio snip. Continue.
		Sunday, August 10th - Geauga Co-op Joint Worship. With Rev. Bob Molsberry, Conference Minister. Learn more about the ministries of the Geauga Co-op Ministry - UCC/DOC - at www.geaugaweb.com.
		August 11-15 Vacation Bible School. Theme "God's Big Backyard." Learn more. Register Online. Are you excited yet? We are! Continue.
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Sunday, June 29th. The message is "Welcome Home" Audio Snip [MP3] - from Matthew 10:40-42. June/July mission is Heifer Project International. Pastor's Page.

Bulletin [PDF].

Sunday, June 22nd. The message is "No Secrets" Audio Snip [MP3] - from Matthew 10:24-31. June/July mission is Heifer Project International. Pastor's Page.

Bulletin [PDF].

Sunday, June 15th. The message is "Things to Do" Audio Snip [MP3] - from Matthew 9:35-38. June/July mission is Heifer Project International. Pastor's Page.

Bulletin [PDF].

Sunday, June 8th. The message is "Hangin' in the Hood" Audio Snip [MP3] - from Matthew 9:9-13. June/July mission is Heifer Project International. Pastor's Page.

Bulletin [PDF].

Holy Spirit, rain down, rain down. Oh Comforter and Friend.

WCLV Classical FM and the United Church Jubilation Choir Challenge

of Christ CHOIR CHALLENGE for ALL Houses of Worship in NE Ohio. The Choir of St. John the Evangelist was the first place winner. Greg Heislman, Director of the Choir of St. John the Evangelist, receiving the congratulations of WCLV Senior Executive Elizabeth Stuart and Rev. Curtis Ackley of the UCC pictured right. On Friday, May 9th, and Saturday, May 10th, the first Jubilation, WCLV/United Church of Christ Church Choir Challenge took place at Pilgrim Congregational UCC Church in Tremont. The broadcast was divided in to two parts, three choirs on Friday, three on Saturday. Winning the First Prize of $1000 and a trophy was the Choir of St. John the Evangelist, Gret Heislman, director, and Christopher Toth, accompanist. The other five finalist, which were not ranked, each received $500 and a commemorative plaque. They were Epworth-Euclid United Methodist Church, Old Stone Church, The First Church UCC Oberlin, the Federated Church of Chagrin Falls and Christ Presbyterian Church Chancel Choir, Canton. Read More.

How can I keep from singing? - Traditional - My life flows on in endless song - Above earth’s lamentation - I hear the sweet though far off hymn - That hails a new creation: Through all the tumult and the strife - I hear the music ringing - It finds an echo in my soul - How can I keep from singing? [ MIDI ]

How Can I ... Singing

How Can I Keep From Singing? - Chris Tomlin - There is an endless song - Echoes in my soul - I hear the music ring - And though the storms may come - I am holding on - To the rock I cling - How can I keep from singing Your praise - How can I ever say enough - How amazing is Your love - How can I keep from shouting Your name - I know I am loved by the King - And it makes my heart want to sing - I will lift my eyes - In the darkest night - For I know my Savior lives - And I will walk with You - Knowing You'll see me through - And sing the songs You give - I can sing in the troubled times - Sing when I win ...

How Can I ... Singing

Confirmands serve lunch to folks attending the Claridon Annual Meeting. Donations help to defray costs for their anticipated summer trip to the United Church of Christ National Youth Event, Knoxville, TN. Wow, Was the food great. Thanks Mary Lou for sharing the family pasta sauce recipe!

Vacation Bible School (2007) "The Great Bible Reef" is history. But, check out audio clips of rhythm, science and story-telling.

The Sunday, August 19, 2007 annual Geauga Co-op Joint Worship - UCC/DOC - at Century Village was great. Over 200 in worship. Have audio clips of the Pilgrim Brass and Congregational singing. All RealAudio files. Audio1, Audio2, Audio3. Read More.

Check it out! Week-At-A-Glance: A New Claridon Calendar.

No Matter Where you are on life's journey YOU are welcome HERE. Jesus turned no one away and neither do we. So reads the copy from the Still Speaking Initiative for the United Church of Christ. A wonderful and exciting challenge of Christian welcome. And, a difficult follow through. You know the saying, "Birds of a feather, flock together." And, it is true. But, as Christians we are called to go one step farther. To welcome the poor and desolate. To welcome the forgotten, the lost and those manipulated by social circumstance. The troubled, the weary, the lonely and those just plain searching for their call in life. So, how well do we do? How well do we "Welcome All the People?" You be the judge. "We welcome you and your family," says the Rev. Pam Easterday. "The door is open. Always."

Claridon Congregational United Church of Christ

The Good Tidings Benefit choir was formed in 1990 to assist funding the Geauga Hunger Task Force. Over 500 community members of all ages have joined this Benefit through their voices or instrumental talents helping raise over $70,000 in generous goodwill offerings. Performances have been at the Notre Dame Chapel, 13000 Auburn Road, Chardon. Handel's Messiah is performed along with Holiday selections by the Pilgrim Brass. Listen to stitched selection of the Pilgrim Brass and the Chorus [MP3]. Recorded December 1st, 2007.
Good Tidings to Zion	Movin' Up to Gloryland	Movin' Up to Gloryland	Three selections of choir and instrumental arrangements from You Tube. Enjoy.

First Congregational Church of Claridon United Church of Christ - 13942 Mayfield Road, Huntsburg, Ohio, Claridon Township, Geauga County, 44046-8720 - Office Tele: (440) 635-1467 - E-mail: Office - Pastor - Directions/Map. This website best resolved in 800x600 desktop resolution. Click for your screen resolution. Knowing that, find out how to change your desktop screen resolution in MS Windows. We also have a High Contrast Alternative.