Community Easter Sunday Sunrise Service

Rev. Dennis Bailey leads annual sunrise service at Newhall Park, 6:30 a.m. Sunday

The following was provided by Reverend Dennis Bailey: The public is welcome to attend the Fourth Annual Community Easter Sunrise Service at Newhall Park, Oak Street, Lynnfield, on the Little Field behind Bali Hai Restaurant, 93 Moulton Drive, Lynnfield. The 40 minute service, led by Rev. Dr. Dennis C. Bailey, Pastor, Centre Congregational Church, celebrates the Resurrection of Jesus Christ on Easter morning.  It is a service of scripture, song, an Easter message, and the flowering of the cross with a variety of colored flowers.  The cross is then placed in front of Centre Congregational Church, 5 Summer Street, Lynnfield for the public to enjoy. In the event of rain, the Service will be held inside the Meeting House on Lynnfield Town …

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Kids' Photos With The Easter Bunny Saturday Morning

Photos with the Easter Bunny from 9 a.m. to noon. at Centre Congregational Church.

The Centre Congregational Church in Lynnfield is having its annual photos with the Easter Bunny fundraiser this Saturday morning, March 23 from 9 a.m. to noon. Children of all ages are welcome. Proceeds from this fundraiser go directly to the church.

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'Musical Hysterics' Concert Sunday to Benefit Gathering Change

Noel Smith and her musical students put on a funny concert each year to benefit a local nonprofit.

Professional singer and Lynnfield resident Noel Smith announced this week that she and her students are having their annual Musical Hysterics concert on Sunday, March 10th at 3 p.m. at Centre Congregational Church. All proceeds from the concert benefit Gathering Change, the local nonprofit that supports area food pantries by collecting thousands of dollars each year in donated pocket change. "The students perform Hysterically funny songs from various musical theatre shows etc. and it is just a funny funny concert.  We donate all the money to the organization as well," said Smith in an email to Lynnfield Patch. Smith reports that she has 21 students in the show, ranging in age from 14 to their 30s. Tickets are $10 and will be available from…

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Makes Your Own Wreaths This Sunday In Lynnfield

Sunday, Nov. 25 from 1 to 7 p.m, top in to Centre Congregational Church and make a Christmas wreath.

The following is an announcement from Centre Congregational Church: *Christmas Wreaths: Make it Your Way!!! Come to Rev. Bailey's Famous Make Your Own Christmas Wreath Gala! Sunday, November 25th 1 pm to 7 pm Centre Church, Richards Hall 5 Summer Street Lynnfield, MA * Rev. Bailey will supply the greens, pine cones, metal wreath rings, red ribbon, and green florist wire. You can bring yourself, your friends, your small wire and shrubbery cutters (if you have some), things you might like to tie on to your own wreath. We will have fun!  Rev. Bailey will show you how to make your own wreath if you need help, and you can have the joy and pride of making it yourself! A small donation can be made toward expenses. Questions: Call Rev. Bailey, 978…

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Electronics Recycling 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Today

Appliance and electronics recycling day today at Centre Congregational Church, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The following is an announcement from Centre Congregational Church: Bring your unused, unwanted computers, televisions, appliances, etc. for recycling on Sat. November 10 from 9 am -1 pm. Appliances & Electronics Recycling Day The following prices are lower than the town waste program. Computer Monitor, CPU, Laptop: $15.00; Television: $20.00 to $35.00; Air Conditioner: $15.00; Stove/Washer/Dryer/Refrigerator: $20.00; Cell Phone/Small Items: $5.00; Misc. Items: $10.00. Some pickup will be available if necessary. Please call Barbara Langill at 781-334-3050 or email www.christianed@centre-church.org if you have questions. You can also call Dennis Bailey, 978-375-0176, if you need pick-up. Centre Congregational Church 5 Summer Street (Main …

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Pumpkin Patch & Craft Fair At Centre Church Saturday

Centre Congregational Church holds annual event Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Centre Congregational Church holds its 2nd Pumpkin Patch event tomorrow - Saturday, October 20 - from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at its location on 5 Summer Street, next to the library. Pumpkins of all sizes will be for sale, and there will be a Moon Bounce for the kids, as well as many other activities. The holiday craft fair will also feature many hand-crafted and vendor items, such as Tastefully Simple and Pampered Chef. The event is rain or shine and will be going on at the same time the annual Friends of the Lynnfield Library book sale is taking place across the street in the Old Meeting House.

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Rev. Dennis Bailey Named Lynnfield Rotary's Citizen Of The Year

Pastor of Centre Congregational Church honored for his contributions to the community, including organizing last fall's 9/11 memorial activities.

The Lynnfield Rotary named Reverend Dennis Bailey its Citizen of the Year this week. Bailey, the pastor of the Centre Congregational Church, was particularly honored for his work in organizing the 9/11 memorial activities last fall on Lynnfield Common. "I've got a dream job, in a dream town," said Bailey upon receiving the award. "I'm very fortunate to have so many people who are so encouraging and supportive." Bailey also received a proclamation in honor of his award from the state legislature, which was filed by Lynnfield's two state representatives, Brad Jones, Jr. and Donald Wong. Heading into the evening, Bailey was unaware that he was set to receive the citizen of the year award. Otherwise, he was simply joining Selectman Dave Nelson…

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Seminar For Parents Is May 30

Seminar led by Leslie Miller of the Lynnfield Family Center at Centre Congregational Church.

The following is an announcement from Centre Congregational Church: Centre Church, located at 5 Summer Street in Lynnfield, will be hosting a parent lecture, support and discussion seminar presented by Leslie Miller, LICSW of the Lynnfield Family Center on Wednesday, May 30 at 6:30 pm. The topics include Building Trust and Communication, Healthy Choices/Heathly Boundaries,Peer Pressure, Media Influences, Negative Stereotypes, Relational Aggression-the Culture of “Mean Girls” and much more.  Ms. Miller has been working with adolescents and families for 14 years in schools, residential facilities and in private practice. She enjoys helping individuals, parents and families get the most out of their personal and family relationships. This …

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Sign Ups This Week For Centre Church Golf Tournament

Signup deadline is Friday, June 1 for annual tournament, to be held June 8 at Thomson Country Club.

Centre Congregational Church has announced its annual golf tournament is Friday, June 8 with a 12:30 p.m. tee time at the Thomson Country Club in North Reading. Format is best ball and the cost is $125 per player, including greens fees, cart, and a dinner to be held at the church.   Along with various prizes, the winning team gets its names engraved on “The Unholy Grail.”   Those who would like to attend the dinner only, which features hamburgers, hot dogs, sausages and more, can get tickets for $25 for adults and $10 for children. Players of all skill levels are welcome. Sign up with Rev. Dennis Bailey at 978-375-0176 by Friday, June 1,

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PHOTO: Helping Haven From Hunger

Centre Congregational Church members donated canned goods and $1,000 to Haven From Hunger.

Alyse Barbash, Director of Haven from Hunger in Peabody, with Jeff Langill of the outereach team at Centre Congregational Church.  On May 12, Jeff presented Ms. Barbash with a donation of $1,000 from the church.  A group of church members and friends then helped sort canned goods collected in the postal service's annual "Stamp out Hunger" food drive.

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