Greetings from First Congregational United Church of Christ!

Do you believe in infant baptism? HL Mencken answered that question by saying, "Believe in it? Hell, I've seen it with my own eyes."

This Sunday you too can see it with your own eyes in Traditional worship as we baptize Cara Baker (Ross and Brooke's child) and Ian Smith (my grandson).
I most definitely believe in infant baptism. These two children are both beloved by God and very much a part of the church community. Essentially, baptism is a celebration of these two facts. It will be a grand and glorious day.

Do you sometimes march to the beat of a different drummer? Faithful Christians throughout the ages have done so as well. They follow in Jesus' steps as he walked a path that was not the usual and which offended many. New Creation worship will listen to drumbeats, both literally and figuratively, and encourage us to think about what drummer we listen to in our lives.

The Art of Creation will be "Outdoor Games" led by Aaron Litke.

For adults, Rollie Cole will lead Faith and Reason with a CD of an Old Testament book. Living the Questions and Encounters will also meet.

Steve Gray came to the Indiana Kentucky Conference 12 years ago and has led us faithfully and ably throughout that time. He is now retiring and our church will host a reception from 3-5 this Sunday afternoon. Steve and I grew up in the same small town and the same church. Fate has thrust us together these many years later and I am pleased to have him as church member, Conference Minister and friend.

This Sunday we will gather to hear drumbeats and to celebrate God's grace on young and old alike.

See you then. Dick

P.S. Drumming is an integral part of worship in New Creation this week! Come be a part of a drumming circle. We'll listen for God's drumbeat and respond with the rhythm of our lives. Sunday, Aug 15, 9:00 a.m. Bring any hand held percussion instruments that you have! Instruments will be available for those who want to participate and don't have instruments of their own.