Tewksbury United Methodist Church Celebrates 100th Anniversary

Church has thrived based on faith and family.

For most of us the dream of founding an organization that will last an entire century is almost unimaginable. For the United Methodist Church in Tewksbury, however, that dream is a reality. This spring the church, which was founded in 1911, will celebrate 100 years as a vibrant and active member of the Tewksbury community. While the church has gone through a number of changes in the past 100 years, the basic values remain unchanged. Church member Michele Dickeson explained, “Because the congregation is small, it's like a family ... we all care about one another and share with each other both the good and the not so good.” From the very first sermons which took place outdoors in the summer and inside the home of Mr. Sutherland, the future …

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A Fair Weekend to Celebrate Tewksbury

Church fairs, Charter Day highlight weekend

Saturday, Dec. 4 Tewksbury Congregational Church Holiday Fair Tewksbury Congregational Church, 10 East St. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fair highlights include more fresh greens than ever before (kissing balls, tabletop trees, and fresh wreaths custom decorated while you wait), silent auction (including Red Sox tix and a Sony Reader!), 2011 Entertainment Books for $30, "world famous" baked goods table, gift baskets, the Children's Fair (play games/win prizes), used books and DVDs (great for teachers), fudge, costume jewelry, handmade items, scarves and handbags, white elephant treasures, and stuffed animals too. New this year: Bring the whole family and create cards for the Cards for Kids program. The church will take care of the supplies, while you …

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Matters of Faith

A Look at the Origins and Meaning of Thanksgiving

Church of St. William to host Thanksgiving Prayer Service on Nov. 21.

By Father John W. Hanley, OMI  We will soon celebrate  Thanksgiving Day.  Since the earliest days of our nation, citizens have gathered to give thanks to God for the blessings of the year.  But, thanksgiving celebrations did not begin with the United States.  Indeed, from the very dawn of civilization, celebrations have been held to honor the gods who so blessed the people. The ancient Greeks celebrated the feast of Thesmosphoria, to honor Demeter, the goddess of corn.  The Romans celebrated the harvest festival of Cerelia, their goddess of corn.  The ancient Chinese celebrated a harvest feast called Chung Chui, as thanksgiving to the gods for military victories and the harvest.  The Jewish people celebrate even to this very day the …

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Tewksbury Congregational Church Presents Students with Bibles

Youngsters given Bibles as part of Sunday School education program.

On Oct. 31, children in the 3 year old classroom and youth in the 3rd grade class were formally presented with age appropriate Bibles at Tewksbury Congregational Church as part for their Sunday School education.  Three year olds received a Bible Storybook with many familiar Biblical stories for them to enjoy at home with their families, while third graders received Bibles.  For no tuition charge, children at Tewksbury Congregational Church, meet in grade specific classrooms for an hour, where the topic to be taught is presented in story form.  This lesson is then reinforced through crafts, projects and activities.  Class enrollment remains open and ongoing throughout the year. Tewksbury Congregational Church, a member of one of the …

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Hundreds Donate Items on Zero Waste Day

A dozen area non-profits reap benefits.

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