05/29/2026
Join us Sundays for Worship
First Sunday of the Growing Season
Psalm 8
See you Sunday morning, Pastor Jim
Worship is at 10:00 AM
Hannah Cho Dougherty, Violin
Saenu Dougherty, Violin
Tyler Feichthaler, Piano
Stephen Brittain, Piano/Organ
Alena Michel, Organ/Piano
Pastor Anton
Pastor Jim will lead us in worship this Wednesday night.
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Life of our Church
Quilting on Wednesday at noon.
Faith Development
JOIN US WEDNESDAY @ CHURCH @ 11 AM & 6:30 PM; AS WELL AS ONLINE THURSDAY 11 AM
The Book of James
Learn the Bible, Grow Closer to God, And Grow as a Person.
A Bible study from the book written by: Mark David Albertson
Reading:
James 4:13 - 5:6
Today’s flowers are gifted to the church Dave and Jan Cornell, in honor of their parents. We would like to thank them for this beautiful gift.
This Sunday, May 31st, right after the service, we will be celebrating May’s birthdays and New Members. Please join us to celebrate:
Jean Long Joseph Helling Jim O’Brien
Kathy Bolen Lori Main Gail Courtwright
Steve Anderson David Angert Pam Noland
New Members –
Susie Niemela & Tommy Wood
The Women’s Fellowship – will meet for lunch at KJ’s Steakhouse on June 17th at 12:30. ALL Women are welcome. Reservations MUST be made by Sunday, June 14th. RSVP: Gail at [email protected]
Parking for Sunday Service or Faith Development
Please Park on church side on Llewellyn Dr. and Menlo Rd.
If able we are allowed to park in the back of Covenant Presbyterian
Church parking lot. Enter Off of Marlyn. This is to make room for
emergency vehicles if needed to come into the neighborhood.
Birthday Celebration – Sunday, July 26th
If you are interested in helping with setting out the food and drinks for the Birthday Celebration, a Sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board. You will be responsible for setting up, serving and cleaning up after the Birthday Celebration.
May’s Faith and Wellness Newsletter
“Come to me all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest”
Matthew 11:28
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
Your mental health matters just as much as your physical well-being. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or just “off,” it might be a sign that prioritizing mental health needs to be at the top of your to-do list. Taking care of your mind is essential for a happy, balanced life. Prioritizing mental health means
recognizing when stress, anxiety, or burnout is taking over and then making intentional changes to support your well-being.
Using the 5 C’s of mental health can help you maintain a healthy mindset and emotional well-being.
The 5 C’s of Mental Health
Clarity – When you prioritize mental health, you gain clarity on your thoughts, emotions, and goals, making it easier to navigate life.
Connection – Reach out to friends, family, or professionals for support rather than withdrawing.
Coping – If you find yourself relying on unhealthy habits (like overeating, overspending, or excessive scrolling), it’s a sign to prioritize mental health and develop healthier ways to manage stress.
Control – Taking small, intentional steps—like setting boundaries, practicing mindfulness, or seeking professional help—can help you regain a sense of control over your emotions and decisions.
Compassion – Be kind to yourself. If you’re constantly criticizing yourself or setting unrealistic expectations, it’s time to practice self-compassion and treat yourself with the same kindness you’d offer a friend.
Better Emotional Resilience – When you prioritize mental health, you build resilience, meaning you can handle challenges and setbacks more effectively without feeling completely overwhelmed.
Improving mental health involves a combination of self-care, physical health, and social connection. Key strategies include practicing mindfulness, maintaining a regular sleep schedule, exercising regularly, nurturing relationships, and setting boundaries with social media. Engaging in hobbies and seeking professional
help when needed are also crucial.
See the checklist posted on the bulletin board for more tips on protecting your mental health.
Dear Worshipers,
We invite your child to join us for Faith Formation learning in Cathy’s Place at Thomas Edison Congregational Church. Your children will learn about Jesus through age-appropriate faith activities, songs, prayers, Bible stories, games, and arts & crafts.
May class curriculum Faith Formation
May 31st – The Great Commission – Matthew 28:18-20
Lori McMullen RN-FCN
For next week’s God’s word:
Genesis 12:1-9
We are looking for Volunteers for Ushers/Greeters. Sign-up sheets are on the bulletin board, or you can go to the website "Signup Genius" if interested.
Women’s Fellowship
The Women's Fellowship is collecting gently used jewelry and accessories (loose or broken pieces are okay).
Join us for game day in Cathy's Place on the first Tuesday of every month at 12:30 PM. If interested,
contact Gail Courtwright at: [email protected]
Free magazines are available behind the kitchen door next to the library shelves. Donations are welcome.
Source for today’s Pastoral Words:
You can now find the source for today’s words from Pastor on the bulletin board.
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If you are unable to attend, the 10:00 AM service will also be live-streamed on our page
at https://www.facebook.com/EdisonChurch and our website at https://www.edisonchurch.com.
If you are joining us from home, you can click on the link below for a copy of the bulletin.
https://mcusercontent.com/2c39568307b2a2d055e979858/files/d0d1304a-d704-3561-febe-08bb18f02695/5.31.26_bulletin.pdf
