Below are some highlights of some events. Click the calendar to view all our activities including upcoming events and groups that are meeting. 
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Updates!
July 2, 2010 at 7:30 PM. You do NOT want to miss this performance.
This is a chance in a lifetime. From Recording CD's with Josh Grobin for American Idol Gives Back to
touring in Canada, the United States, Europe, Asia, New Zealand, Israel, Japan, Brazil, The Netherlands, China, Germany, Australia
AND NOW AT FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF FORT LAUDERDALE, UCC!!!!
Watoto means "Children" in Swahili language, and is made up of children who have lost one or both parents to the AIDS epidemic or to war.
Their performances are a unique blend of native African rhythms, contemporary gospel music and ethnic dance. They have released albums like Cast Your Burdens, Jesus You Alone, Mambo Sawa which mean 'its alright' in Swahili which is their latest album. Their unique ministry also comprises four childrens' villages, three babies homes, two primary schools, a high school and a vocational school.
The vision behind Watoto is Rescue a child, Raise a leader, Rebuild a nation..
A Love Offering is requested at the time of the performance. This is not to be missed! Bring your friends!
Summer of Music:
A Spectacular Summer Concert Series: The second Tuesday of each summer month - June 12th, July 10th and AUgust 14th
Suggested donation $10.00 for each event.. 954-563-4271 for more info.
Saturday, June 12th at 7:30 P.M.:
An Extra
ORGAN
aire !!
Our Music Director and organist
David Clyle Morse
and
Koko the Gorilla
will present an organ concert which will include 22,469 distinct notes!!! David and Koko will be assisted by Russell the Crow
and the
Chancel Choir!!
David will literally turn upside down and backwards! - and may even have a
Snappy Surprise
at the end!!
The concert will be followed by a wine and cheese reception.
Saturday, July 10th at 7:30 P.M.
Musical
EXTRA
vaganza !!
Sample a new concept in the musical genre with
Marc and Rio Frost!!
Imagine all the joy and exuberance of all those great songs we remember so fondly with the new songs which are presentlt shaping
Broadway
today - Add a smattering of
lite opera
interlaced with
great dancing
mixed with an unbelievably talented
vocal ensemble!!
Saturday, August 14th at 7:30 P.M.
Shawn Thomas - LIVE
!!!
Shawn Thomas
is a Contemporary singer and Songwriter.. Shawn will be performing songs from his
award winning recordings
- as well as from his newest praise and worship CD
":Worship and Desperation!!"
June 20, 2010 - big day!!
Book Club:
Following fellowship on this Sunday the book club will meet (noon - approximate) in the library
First Congregational will again participate in the Stonewall Festival in Wilton Manors.
The festival celebrates the LGBT community and is an extremely fun event for all. We will have a float in the parade and all who would like to walk along with the float and distribute information about our congregation are welcome. Information available at the church office (time, location, etc.).
Baptism in the Surf!!!
Sunday, July 11, 2010 - 2:00 P.M.
Pastor Becky will perform baptisms (full-immersion style!) on Fort Lauderdale Beach. This was performed a couple of months ago and proved to be an extremely rewarding experience for all who participated.
The sacrament is available - either as a renewal or an initial baptism..
If you would like to consider baptism, contact Pastor Becky to discuss the issues involved.
