From Pastor Megan: January 23, 2026

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Rev. Megan
Berkowitz

Pastor Megan
January 23, 2026

Dear church,

Happy January, with over a foot of snow headed our way this weekend! Given the weather predictions, Newton Mayor Mark Laredo has asked people to refrain from driving and parking in the city on Sunday and Monday whenever possible. With the uncertainty of when the storm will begin, and predictions that when it does, it will snow as much as an inch an hour, we will move our worship service on to Zoom for the day. 

Unfortunately, this also means postponing our presentation and service project from Larry and Lydia at FamilyAid. The service project is now scheduled for Sunday, 2/1 immediately following worship, and I will let you all know when Larry’s presentation is rescheduled for as soon as I have a new date.

I know that Zoom church is no one’s favorite option, but I am grateful that the technology allows us to gather safely even when the weather makes coming in person unsafe for so many of us. Please use the regular worship Zoom link (and be sure to mute yourself during the service!).

Peace,
Megan

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