I came across a new word for me to explore–unselfing. It’s been around for a while. A brief exploration with the help of Google showed me that it’s used in various ways and to varying degrees. Its first known use was in the 1800s and seemed to mean what one would expect it to mean–the […]

NO. LIVERMORE  — The congregation was welcomed in by Pastor Bonnie Higgins at 9:30 a.m. to begin the service on Oct. 27. The Call to Worship, Invocation/Lord’s Prayer were recited. The hymns that were sung were “A Mighty Fortress Is Our Lord”, “Love Lifted Me” and “Our God Reigns”. The service ended with “Go Now […]

JAY — On Oct. 20, Pastor Chris Dalessio welcomed the congregation and opened the service in prayer. Announcements were made and prayer requests and praises were received. Music was provided by Becky and Dick Pelletier. Old fashioned hymns sung were “Because He Lives”, “How Great Thou Art”, and  “Jesus Paid It All”. The sermon was […]

LIVERMORE FALLS — God has given us another beautiful Sunday, Oct. 27, for worship in His House. As members and friends entered First Baptist Church, Maggie Houlihan played familiar hymns on the pipe organ. We hosted a very successful ABCOM Annual Convention over the weekend, and all were feeling uplifted after sharing God’s Word with members […]

November is almost here, that thankful time of year. We’re so grateful for our wonderful patrons and community members who have been making Treat Memorial Library a welcoming place to visit for the past 70 years. Book Club will be meeting Thursday, Nov. 14, at 3 p.m. This month we will be reading Part of […]

NO. LIVERMORE — The North Livermore Baptist Church congregation was welcomed in Oct. 20 at 9:30 a.m. to begin the morning worship service. Pastor Bonnie is on vacation this week. Thayne Frost from Camp Good News brought the message. The Call to Worship, Invocation/Lord’s Prayer were recited. The hymns that were sung were “Praise Him! […]

I’ve enjoyed sitting under our backyard tree in the last few warm, sunlit autumn afternoons. It’s a remarkable tree whose christened name is Meredith. I love her and do my best to protect and keep her healthy. She’s truly impressive and has served us well by giving shade or sharing her medicinal qualities like the […]

JAY — On Sunday, Oct. 13, Pastor Chris Dalessio opened the service in prayer. Music was provided by Becky & Dick Pelletier. Old fashioned hymns sung were: “At Calvary”, “In My Heart There Rings A Melody“, and “There is Room At The Cross For You.” The sermon was:  “How shall we now live”. The Book […]

LIVERMORE FALLS — On Sunday, Oct. 13, praise songs “Praise the Name of Jesus” and “Be Bold, Be Strong” were sung. The Call to Worship was Psalm 18:1 – 2. Hymns sung were “There Is Power In the Blood”, “Nothing But the Blood and “Savior, Again, To Thy Dear Name “. Offertory music: “Jesus Shall […]

“I have been younger in October than in all the months of spring.” [Merwin] I’m not a huge fan of poetry or W.S. Merwin, but this quote from his poem “The Love for October” came to my mind as I was deadheading my flowers this week and trying not to get stung by the still […]