| THIS SUNDAY: In this season of Light perhaps we are seeing some things illuminated by the Light that we do not feel good about. How did we get here? We can learn alot from the past. And, how do we move forward? Take a look at two of the most well known passages in the Bible: Micah 6:1-8 and Matthew 5:1-12. Worship begins at 10:30. Childcare is provided. |
| Blessing Bags Thank you to everyone who participated in our Blessing Bag event. We filled 20 bags with hygiene items to distribute to our local unhoused community. |
| Collection of Antiperspirant Our featured donation bin for February will be for Lakewood High School. They need antiperspirant/deodorant for their student pantry. Different types (spray, stick) of different scents, including unscented, are needed for students of all genders. Donations can be placed in the bin inside the sanctuary. |
| 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 |
| 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, they agreed to help with the restoration of the Memorial Garden. On Saturday, Jan. 24, the youth and youth leaders from Pass A Grille Beach Church spent over 5 hours working on the Memorial Garden. The area was cleared of weeds and debris. The new plantings were placed and the young people were instructed in the proper technique for establishing a plant in the ground. After the planting of trees and bushes, mulch was placed around each plant. The students were capable and willing workers! Still to come: a new railing, more mulch, and a couple of additional bushes. Take a look the next time you are at church. Questions: Talk with Malcolm Wells who is leading this project. Malcolm has extensive knowledge and experience in gardening and landscaping.     |
| In Memoriam Our condolences go out to the family and loved ones of James Waterman, brother-in-law of Ed Kaspar. James died on Sunday Jan. 18 after a fall on the ice when he was visiting his mother in Virginia. James is a former member of LUCC. |
| 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, February 1, 2026 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM ET Pinellas County Justice Center, 14450 49th St N, Clearwater, FL 33762 |
From Minneapolis to Palestine  Date: Thursday, January 29, 2026Time: 3:00 pm (Eastern) / 2:00 pm (Central) Location: on Zoom – https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86413437746 In the new Kairos Palestine document which came out of Bethlehem in November 2025, our partners are calling us to: clearly name the reality of genocide, occupation, and ethnic cleansing; advocate for accountability and uphold international law; reject and expose theologies that justify oppression; practice costly solidarity; and support creative non-violent resistance. These are precisely the things needed here at home in the face of racism, ethnic cleansing, targeting of vulnerable communities, and violation of human rights. In our time together, we will explore the connections between militarization and repression in Palestine and here at home, get eyewitness updates from the West Bank and Minneapolis, and hear from siblings in the US who are practicing costly solidarity in the face of ICE raids and authoritarianism. We will also pray together and share the challenges and power of solidarity in this time. |
| WEEKLY LABYRINTH UPDATE |
On February 4th, the labyrinth will begin at 9:30 am. Afterwards, it 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 Walburn Yvonne RiesenBurt Lee & family. Burt’s sister died. Denise Williams Vita Uth Cate Colgan & Marty Seyler’s dog, Trinity Family & loved ones of James Waterman 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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