The service started outside around the cross and after the blessing of palms proceeded with a processional inside. Later in the service new members were received into the church.
photos by Yoko Nogami
The service started outside around the cross and after the blessing of palms proceeded with a processional inside. Later in the service new members were received into the church.
photos by Yoko Nogami
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(above photos and video by Yoko Nogami)
soloists & duos from the pre-service concert, left to right: Denise Williams, voice/guitar; Yoko Nogami, banjo & Margaret Radens, cello; Jim Andrews and his son, Zach Blair-Andrews, guitars.
If anyone knows of a photo someone may have taken of the choir performing, PLEASE send to Hilton.
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Wonderful having all those instruments up there.
The transcript of Rev. Wells’ sermon is found at lakewooducc.org/2017/11/19/sermon-thanksgiving-sunday-11-19-17/.
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photos: Yoko Nogami
Yesterday, Rhonda Lay and Penny Hammond joined Lakewood United Church of Christ.

photos by Yoko Nogami
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After sandbagging all the doors that leak in heavy rains, taking off the roadsign letters, moving plants and nursery gear indoors, and arranging interior to prevent damage, the hearty crew pauses for a selfie: (L to R above) Hilton Jones, Bill Lindsay, Yoko Nogami, Rev. Wells, Gary Long, Victoria Long, and Bill Parsons.