Introduction to Pilgrim

On Sunday, February 12th, following the worship service, there is an opportunity for newcomers and visitors to learn more about our congregation. We will meet in the Parlor--bring your cup of coffee and your questions--this is an informal gathering with the minister, Charlotte Frantz, and a few members of the congregation. We'll address such questions as, "What does this church believe?" "What is the United Church of Christ?" "How is this church like other churches and how does it differ?" "What kinds of activities and events are members of the congregation involved in?" Come and learn about who we are and what we stand for! Child care will be provided in the Children's Space right next to the Parlor.

Stained Glass Windows and Duluth History

Pilgrim Congregational Church is fortunate to have some of the most beautiful stained glass windows in the Northland. On Sunday, February 5, at 2:00 p.m., the church will host the premiere showing of a 30 minute documentary about the history related to these windows and the benefactors who commissioned them. The descendants of several of the benefactors will be present as well as the film's producer, Jack Salmela. The church will be open for tours that afternoon as well. There is no charge for the premiere showing; copies of the video will be available for purchase for $15.

MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. HOLIDAY EVENTS

Community Events

Saturday, January 14
Rejoice, Reclaim, Renew Community
Featuring Readings from Dr. King by Central/Denfeld students, Reflections from Carl Crawford
Music from Voices of Vision with Minister Gabe Green
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Duluth, 835 College St.
Soup, Bread, and Birthday Cake Served at 6 PM
Program starts at 6:30 PM

Sunday January 15
Christ Temple Victory Center - 330 N. 59th Ave West -Time: 6:00 PM
Featured Speaker: Rev. Donald G. Bryant, Jr.
Lecturer at Luther Seminary and 2011 National Black MBA Assoc. Entrepreneur of the Year Award

Monday January 16
Free Community Breakfast
Holy Family Catholic Church - 2430 W. Third St.
Time 7:00 AM
Featured Speaker: Nontombi Naomi Tutu, Human rights activist & daughter of Archbishop Desmond Tutu of South Africa

March (11:00 AM) and Rally (11:45 AM)
March from Washington Center at 11 AM to Duluth Entertainment and Convention Center - 11:45 AM
Featured Speaker: Dr. Janet Haynes, University of Minnesota-Duluth

Labor Movie Night (6:00 PM)
At the River I Stand… Duluth Labor Temple - Wellstone Hall, 2002 London Road

* FOOD DRIVE - At these events, please bring a non-perishable food item to address the needs that exist in our community.

Christmas Eve Worship

Pilgrim will host two Christmas Eve worship services, one at 5:00 p.m. and one at 10:00 p.m. Each service will include special music, Scripture readings, carols and candlelight. There is a social hour at 9:00 p.m. childcare will be available at both services.

There will be no worship service on Sunday morning, December 25.

Pilgrim Holiday Broadcasts

Enjoy broadcasts from Pilgrim this holiday season. All broadcasts are on cable channel 7:

A Christmas Eve Service(videoed Christmas Eve 2010)
Friday, December 23 Noon
Saturday, December 24 2:00 and 6:00 pm
Sunday, December 25 2:00 and 6:00 pm

A Holiday Special (Pilgrim music from this past year)
Tuesday, December 20 2:00, 8:00 and 11:00 pm
Wednesday, December 21 5:00 and 8:00 am

La Fiesta de la Posada (A jazz choral pageant)
Wednesday, December 28, 3:30-4:30 and 8:00-9:00pm
Thursday, December 29, 7:00-8:00 am

All broadcasts are on PACT TV, channel 7 on cable TV

La Fiesta de la Posada

On December 18 Pilgrim's worship service will include a performance of Dave Brubeck's Christmas Cantata, "La Fiesta de La Posada." This jazz work is based on the Spanish/Latin American tradition of searching for the child Jesus in Bethlehem. There will be a mariachi orchestra, guest musicians, children from the Lake Superior Youth Chorus, all conducted by Russell Gloyd, Brubeck's personal friend. Gloyd has conducted performances of this work all over the United States and overseas.

Pilgrims will go caroling in the afternoon. Meet at the church at 3:45 p.m. There will be a light supper served after carolling.

Pilgrim to Host One Voice Mixed Chorus November 18

On Friday evening, November 18, at 7:30 p.m., Pilgrim will host Brave Souls and Dreamers, a concert by One Voice Mixed Chorus of the Twin Cities. One Voice is a 90 member GLBT choir known throughout Minnesota for their diverse music and community outreach.

The concert is a fund raising effort by Duluth United for All Families. Proceeds will be used in the campaign against the marriage amendment limiting marriage to straight couples. Tickets are $15 in advance and may be ordered through www.MnUnited.org or $20 at the door.

Pilgrim is an Open and Affirming congregation, the birthplace of PFLAG in Duluth, a partner in the Opening our Hearts, Opening our Doors conferences and a member of Standing on the Side of Love.