| THIS SUNDAY: The season of Epiphany continues. It is a celebration of light. Of Jesus coming as the light of the world. What is the light intended to illuminate? To show us? What is the scope of this light? Take a look at Isaiah 49:1-7. Worship begins at 10:30. Childcare is provided. |
| Blessing Bags After church this Sunday, those who would like to may assist with filling Blessing Bags. The bags are made by Curt Bergstrand’s sister. They are filled with hygiene items and then handed out by the congregation to people who may need them. The bags will be assembled this Sunday. Hygiene items to donate: sunscreen, socks, toothbrushes, shelf stable small snacks (protein bars, cracker packs, etc.), combs, and deodorant. The bags are small, so travel sized items are recommended. |
| Memorial Garden Restoration For some time, the church has been planning a restoration of the Memorial Garden. The Garden is between the bike rack and 54th Ave. S. It was established as a sacred space for the ashes of people associated with the church to be buried. It was also a place of calm for people to rest, reflect, and pray. In recent months, large trees and shrubs have been removed from the Garden in preparation for new plantings more appropriate in size as well as a new railing around the Garden. Several people have donated financially to this project. After the hurricanes of 2024, there was significant damage to Pass A Grille Beach Community Church United Church of Christ. For several months after the storms, LUCC provided space for the PAG youth groups to meet until they could use their church again. To thank LUCC, the youth group wanted to do a project at the church. So, this Saturday, Jan. 24, the youth group will be working on the restoration of the Memorial Garden. Malcolm Wells of LUCC is leading this project. Malcolm has extensive knowledge and experience in gardening and landscaping. AND when he was in high school, he attended the youth program at Pass A Grille Church. Now Malcolm’s sister, Angela Wells-Bean is the pastor at PAG. And Malcolm and Angela’s grandparents are buried in the Memorial Garden. So, this project is a convergence of sorts. Many thanks to all who are involved! Make sure to check out the Memorial Garden and see the progress that is being made!  |
| After Church Lunch Come enjoy a buffet luncheon with your church friends on February 15th after services! We will be dining at Buffet City, an Asian buffet in West St. Pete. They serve an all day dinner for $21.99 that includes a variety of sushi, cooked seafood, Chinese-American entrees and sides, as well as some traditional American fare. Please be aware that as a buffet, it may be more difficult for certain dietary restrictions to be met. If you are interested in joining and would like to know more, please speak to Joyce Lee. All are welcome. The church will cover the cost for those who request it. Please speak with Kim Wells. Address: 1030 58th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33710 |
| Ladder Many thanks for the 10 foot ladder that is being generously donated to the church! This is much needed not only for installing decorative material in the sanctuary, but also for changing light bulbs and for getting on the roof to remove debris. Thank you!!! |
We’re Invited! Join Pass-a-Grille Beach Community Church for a Book Launch and Author Event!  |
| Immigration Vigil Continued Be with us as we stand together in prayer, solidarity, and witness against the inhumane and unconstitutional treatment of our immigrant community. All are welcome at this peaceful, prayerful vigil. Sunday, January 25, 2026 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM ET Pinellas County Justice Center, 14450 49th St N, Clearwater, FL 33762 |
| WEEKLY LABYRINTH UPDATE |
| From January 7th – 28th, the labyrinth will begin at 9:30 am. Then, starting February 4th, the labyrinth will begin at 10:00 am. All are welcome! The focus is on the scripture reading from the previous Sunday. For those who do not feel comfortable walking, a finger labyrinth is available. Please bring your own chair if you can. The labyrinth is on the southwest corner of the church property, beyond the bike rack. You are welcome to walk it any time. |
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| Care Closet Good Samaritan Food Pantry The food pantry has requested pet food and breakfast cereal. Donations may be placed in The Caring Closet here at the church. Plastic Bags for Missio Dei Missio Dei is in need of plastic grocery bags for the homeless and needy. Please place bags in The Caring Closet at church. Toiletries for Celebrate Outreach Celebrate Outreach is a local ministry with people who are living without shelter in St. Petersburg. An average of 135 people are served each week. Here is a list of donations needed: towlettes travel size, socks and underwear. Please leave your donation in The Caring Closet at church. |
| USEFUL LAKEWOOD LINKS PostsLakewood UCC YouTube ChannelLakewood UCC Bluesky accountYou can listen to Hilton’s music and videos for free at https://hiltonkeanjones.com/. |
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 January Birthdays!7 – Chip Cosper 9 – Jackson Cosper 14 – Deb Kenneda 17 – Julie Huber 23 – Hilton Jones 28 – Bob Bell |
 Circle of ConcernCathy Giesey Ann Cloutier, Michelle’s mother JoAnne Reid Dyanne Edds & family. Dyanne’s brother died. Paula and Tony Pelletier Barbara WalburnClaire Stiles Patti Cooksey Yvonne RiesenBurt Lee & family. Burt’s sister died. Denise Williams Vita UthSusan Sherwood Cate Colgan & Marty Seyler’s dog, Trinity Jackie Shewmaker All school students, families & staff Caregivers The 280 women and men on Florida’s Death Row |
| Weekly Update If you are involved with an activity or event that you would like to share with the LUCC family, please send the information to the Church Office by Wednesday. Please provide the information in paragraph form with pertinent details and links. THANK YOU! |
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