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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 2010 10:54:09 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>LENTEN MIDWEEK SERVICE</title>
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<description>March 10, 2010

Potluck supper starts at 6:30p.m. followed by Worship at 7:15p.m.</description>
<pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 2010 10:54:09 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>COMBINED WORSHIP SERVICE THIS SUNDAY at 10:00AM</title>
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<description>There is only ONE Worship Service this Sunday, February 28.

Attention teachers and parents:   There WILL be Sunday School at 10:00 a.m.

IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE SERVICE - Our Youth Group will be serving lunch  (approximately 11:15a.m.) prior to The Annual Meeting starting at approximately 12:30pm.





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<pubDate>Wed, 24 Feb 2010 15:36:59 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>COUNCIL MEETING FOR TONIGHT POSTPONED</title>
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<description>COUNCIL Meeting for tonight is being postponed per our Moderator.
Council will  meet Next Tuesday, February 23.</description>
<pubDate>Tue, 16 Feb 2010 12:14:50 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Chowda Suppers Start Friday Feb. 19th!</title>
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<description>MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

The Chowder supper dates are:
 
Friday Feb. 19
March 12
April 2 Good Friday
 
Bowl of chowder or soup de jour $5.00
includes corn bread, dessert and beverage
 
Cup of chowder or soup de jour $2.50
includes corn bread, dessert and beverage
 
Hot dog chips dessert and beverage $2.50

Additional details to come soon</description>
<pubDate>Thu, 11 Feb 2010 10:55:06 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Severe Weather Cancellations - All Wednesday Evening Activities</title>
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<description>As a precautionary measure, we are canceling all evening activities in advance in order to keep everyone safe and out of harms way in anticipation of the impending Snow Storm expected for Wednesday evening, Feb. 10th.  It is expected the heaviest snowfall will be from 5:00pm to 9:00pm
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 11:53:33 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>JOIN US FOR ROTARY PIZZA BOWL 2010 AND SILENT AUCTION</title>
<link>http://www.fcchanson.org/Article527.html</link>
<description>SAT JAN 30 FROM 2-6PM 
AT THE 
FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH IN HANSON
to benefit Maquan Smartboard and Hanson Little League
 
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<pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 14:55:08 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>NEW MEMBERS CLASS BEGINS THIS SUNDAY, Jan. 24th</title>
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<description>One of three classes will begin  this Sunday, January 24th, at 1:00pm after fellowship hour.  This class  will be led by Pastor Cindy Shepherd for those who are interested in becoming members or just want to find out more about how our church life here at FCCH operates.  </description>
<pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 11:36:57 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>DEACON POT LUCK DINNER</title>
<link>http://www.fcchanson.org/Article525.html</link>
<description>THIS SATURDAY, JAN. 23RD! DON'T MISS OUT!!

Come in out of the cold  for the BLIZZARD BLAST/ church wide pot luck dinner!  </description>
<pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 11:29:39 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Worship with us on Christmas Eve</title>
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<description>Two wonderful Worship Services: 7p.m. &amp; 11 p.m.  Make your Christmas holiday complete by joining us for worship on Christmas Eve. 
 At 7:00p.m. we will hold a contemporary Family Worship Service and Pageant with music from our Worship Team and youth.  Pastor Joe Knapp will share a message. 
     Or join us at 11:00 p.m. for our Traditional Candle Light Service with Special music from our Choir, and a message from Rev. Cindy Shepherd. Come early, and surround your senses with the sounds of the season from our Senior Bell Choir. </description>
<pubDate>Wed, 23 Dec 2009 10:09:32 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>SNOW!! Worship Services Canceled Today!!</title>
<link>http://www.fcchanson.org/Article304.html</link>
<description>Worship services have been canceled today, December 20th due to severe weather. Stay safe and warm. God Bless and Merry Christmas!


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<pubDate>Sun, 20 Dec 2009 08:10:07 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Sunday School Info</title>
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<description>Christmas schedule information: 
-There is no Sunday School this week, the 20th for the combined service at 10am. 
-Children will perform in the pageant at the 7pm service on Dec. 24th. 
-No Sunday School Dec 27th. 
-Classes resume in the new year, January 3rd.
The CE Committee  wishes you a happy and blessed Christmas.</description>
<pubDate>Sat, 19 Dec 2009 16:10:22 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>CHRISTMAS SERVICES 2009</title>
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<description>JOIN WITH THE ANGELS IN CELEBRATING JESUS' BIRTH at FCCH.   We have the following opportunities to join in worship. 
Sunday 12-20 at 10:00am UNIFIED CAROL SUNDAY  The whole congregation joins in one service of music and praise with the Sr Choir, Adult and Bell Choirs, Worship Team all participating. 

Christmas Eve 12-24 at 7:00pm  Informal Worship with Pastor Joe Knapp leading, including Worship Team and children's pagent. 
Christmas Eve 12-24 at 11:00pm Traditional Candlelight Worship with Pastor Cindy Shepherd leading, including 20 min prelude of Bells and the Sr Choir.  

Come join us for these joyous services.  </description>
<pubDate>Sat, 19 Dec 2009 16:09:35 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>&quot;TIS THE SEASON!!</title>
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<description>HOLIDAY HOUSE TOURS!  December 13th.  3:00-6:00p.m, cost is $10.00. </description>
<pubDate>Mon, 07 Dec 2009 11:24:57 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Christmas Spotlight!</title>
<link>http://www.fcchanson.org/Article512.html</link>
<description>Saturday, December 12, 2009, 5-8pm
cost is $5.00 -  includes all bands, guest speaker, pizza, seasonal treats, drinks, games, music and fun! Bring a friend!
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<pubDate>Mon, 07 Dec 2009 11:23:02 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>COMMUNITY THANKSGIVING DAY DINNER INVITATION</title>
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<description>		DATE:	THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2009

		TIME:	1:00PM

		WHERE:	FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH
		  	        639 HIGH STREET
			       HANSON, MA  02341
                                     RSVP 
		PHONE:	781-293-7997
		EMAIL:	offic&#101;&#064;&#102;cchanson.org</description>
<pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:07:13 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Sharing Our Time - Volunteer Fair - Sun., Nov 15th</title>
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<description>In preparing for our upcoming time of Stewardship, God asks us to consider our gifts of time along with our gifts of treasure in our offering to Him.  As a way to learn more about how the church operates; its needs, ministries and purposes, and how you can best apply your gifts to them, we are having a Volunteer Fair on Sunday, November 15th after each Worship Service (approx. 10:00am &amp; 12:15pm) in our Fellowship Hall.  Our Boards, Committees, and Activities will be there to share with you their ministry, needs and how you can help.  Each group will have materials for you to take to learn more about them.  Here’s a chance to answer your curiosity on how this church runs and the wide scope of ministries and activities that need your help.  Where will God lead you?
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2009 11:32:20 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Cranberry Country Fair</title>
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<description>Cranberry Country Fair.

Sat. - Nov. 7th 

 9 am to 3pm.

First Congregational Church
639 High Street
Hanson, MA  02341

Gift baskets
Bake &amp; Sweet Shoppe
Country store
Stitchery shoppe
Teddy bears and so much more!!! 
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:55:13 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Daylight Savings ends this Sunday</title>
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<description>Don't forget to turn your clocks back this Saturday night!</description>
<pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2009 11:34:54 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>OPEN MIC NIGHT!  Sat., Oct. 24th GUEST BLUEGRASS BAND to follow FEATURING “CRABGRASS”</title>
<link>http://www.fcchanson.org/Article501.html</link>
<description>“There goes the lawn!”
Cape Cod's &quot;premier Bluegrass band,&quot; Comprised of Les Beavan on Banjo, Chris Miner on Mandolin, Steve Finch and Dan Fortier on Rhythm &amp; Lead Guitars, and Steve Healey (from Pembroke, MA) on Bass, CrabGrass's sound is a mix of old and new, and is always incomparably entertaining.   Check out their website.  http://www.crabgrassbluegrass.com/home.htm
The fun begins at 7:00pm.. A special treat for those who just can’t get enough of that down home music!  Looking to showcase your talent in a relaxed atmosphere?  Inexpensive entertainment?  Fellowship?  This night is for you!  A great way to try out new material and/or network with other local musicians, but, most importantly, a chance to enjoy each other while listening to a variety of good music, refreshments and treats.  Sign-up is at 6:30pm.  Cost is $10.00 per person.  This event should be a fun night for everyone!   Bring a friend!    Don’t miss out!  
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<pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2009 14:43:24 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>MACCC MTG/ POTLUCK DINNER- OCT. 3,  2009 CANCELLED</title>
<link>http://www.fcchanson.org/Article498.html</link>
<description>Please be advised the MACCC Meeting/potluck dinner scheduled for Saturday, October  3, 2009,  at the Winthrop Congregational Church in Holbrook, Ma has been cancelled.

The event  plans on being rescheduled at a later date.

Please accept apologies for any inconvenience.

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<pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2009 13:11:27 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>October Hilltopper Articles Needed ASAP!</title>
<link>http://www.fcchanson.org/Article495.html</link>
<description>We need your news!  The Hilltopper is planning for  our upcoming October and November issues!  Here is your chance to let us know about any news, events, activities or special occasions planned for the Fall.  We are taking submissions until September 21st, so don't delay! 
 
For the reader, make sure to pick this issue up as it will help guide you through our program year at FCC Hanson.  Don't miss out!

Send your articles by e-mail to newslette&#114;&#064;&#102;cchanson.org or drop it off in the office.  Thank you!</description>
<pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2009 11:19:35 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>FLEA MARKET THIS SATURDAY!  SEPT. 19TH , 9:00AM - 3:00PM</title>
<link>http://www.fcchanson.org/Article494.html</link>
<description>Flea Market Lovers and Bargain Hunters come join us at the Huge Flea Market being held here Saturday, September 19th, from 9:00am to 3:00pm.</description>
<pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2009 11:03:48 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>Rally Day! Kick-Off BBQ!</title>
<link>http://www.fcchanson.org/Article492.html</link>
<description>ANNOUNCING THE WINNERS OF THIS YEAR'S PIE AND POTATO SALAD CONTEST!</description>
<pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2009 14:41:49 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>Rally Day! Kick-off BBQ!! – September 13, 2009</title>
<link>http://www.fcchanson.org/Article488.html</link>
<description>Another summer is almost past, and it is time to begin planning for this year’s &quot;Rally Day&quot; to kick off the beginning of our youth programs. Be sure to set the date aside for September 13th. That afternoon we will have an outside BBQ which will include several different games and competitions.
We would ask that you bring a side or salad to share if you plan on coming. If you would like to help out on the grill or in the kitchen please contact a staff member.  If you are a regular attendee of the traditional service, please consider staying around to join our BBQ or please come back if you live close enough.  All are welcome to celebrate the homecoming of our church family.
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<pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2009 20:30:47 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>JYF/SYF Outing! Revelution Soccer</title>
<link>http://www.fcchanson.org/Article487.html</link>
<description>The Youth Ministry of our church is hosting an evening with the New England Revolution on August 29th.  Tickets were donated so the only cost is a $5.00 transportation fee as we are riding in a bus together down to Gillette Stadium.  The bus will leave the church's parking lot around 6:00 p.m.  Tickets are FREE! C'mon, end summer rooting on our very good soccer team with others from our church family.</description>
<pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2009 20:29:15 -0400</pubDate>
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