4th Annual Empty Bowls Soup Dinner

communityThe fourth annual Empty Bowls Soup Dinner will be Sunday, Nov. 2, from 4:30-7 p.m. at First Congregational Church of Webster Groves.

Admission to the event is $15 for adults and $5 for students (K-12) and provides a hearty bowl of soup and artisan breads donated by local restaurants, musical entertainment, and a handcrafted bowl as a reminder of those who go hungry.   Children under five eat free.

The Empty Bowls Project is an international grassroots effort to raise money and awareness in the fight to end hunger.  Proceeds from the dinner will support Webster-Rock Hill Ministries.

Tickets are available from Judith Holstein, or from claggettmarilyn@gmail.com or at 961-5082.

 

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Work Day–Oct. 18

cornerstoneWe need work-day helpers with an emphasis on the outside of the building for Saturday, Oct. 18, but, if you choose an in-door project, we also welcome you.

Work-days are a time to catch up on the maintenance of the building and grounds.  Speak to Dan Bembower for details.

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Day at the Clark Farm

M1160023Come and enjoy the fellowship and the beauty of God’s autumn paint brush as the WGBC family congregates at the Clark Family Farm on Oct. 25, at about 2 p.m.

There will be a fire for roasting hot dogs and marshmallows, and folks are asked to bring a dish to share.

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The church celebrated Rev. Alberty’s and his family’s contributions to the WGBC family on Sept. 28, with a breakfast gathering which took the place during the Sunday school hour.

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WGBC celebrates Rev. Jermine Alberty on Sept. 28

PastorWe will brunch during the Sunday School hour this week to celebrate our time with Rev. Jermine Alberty and his family.  Feel free to bring a card or note of thanks to the Alberty’s.  
 
Please bring a brunch item even if you didn’t sign up – breakfast casseroles, fruit, muffins,etc.  milk, juice and coffee will be provided.
We hope to see you at 9:30 am on Sunday, Sept. 28.
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