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SUMMARY:Patchwork Warms Hearts
DESCRIPTION:   The Ripley Stitchers are meeting on Monday this week .   Enter at the North Door. Starting at 9am. \nQuestions: Contact Jane Knoop   at 319-478-8156   janekoop13@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://ripleyucc.org/event/patchwork-warms-hearts-43/
LOCATION:Ripley UCC  Fellowship Hall\, 400 South Main Street\, Traer\, IA\, 50675
CATEGORIES:Patchwork Stitching
ORGANIZER;CN="Jane Knoop":MAILTO:janekoop13@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260111T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080047
CREATED:20250216T204354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250216T204814Z
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SUMMARY:Board of Deacons Meet
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://ripleyucc.org/event/board-of-deacons-meet-15/
LOCATION:Ripley South Office\, 400 South Main Street\, Traer\, IA\, 50675
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Christy Flamme":MAILTO:christycalderwood@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260111T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260111T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080047
CREATED:20260111T141601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260111T141601Z
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SUMMARY:“Sacrament and Covenant”
DESCRIPTION:Jan 11 2025 Bulletin \nAnnouncements \n  \nRipley Church Meetings: \n● Board of Deacons: Sunday – Jan. 11th @ 10 am – Office\n● Mission Committee: Wednesday – Jan 14th @ 6:00 pm – Location TBD\n● Board of Trustees: Tuesday – Feb. 10th @ 5:30 pm – Office \nRipley Mission/Church/Community Involvement: \n● Quilting: MONDAY Jan. 12th @ 9:00 am\n○ Saturday Soul Stitching – Saturday Feb. 14th @ 9:00 am\n● Noisy Offering – Jan. 25th: Project to be Announced \nRipley Annual Meeting: Feb. 8th\, 2026 after worship \nWeather Make Up: Feb. 15th\, 2026 after worship\n● Annual Reports are due to the Trustees by Jan. 18th\n○ Reports can be turned in to Josh Youel\, preferably by email to:\nyouelcj@gmail.com\n● Question to Report Contributors should be asked by Feb. 1st to allow\nresearch and possible resolution before the meeting on the 8th \nFuture Dates:\n● Ash Wednesday: Feb. 18th\, 2026\n● Easter: April 5th\, 2026
URL:https://ripleyucc.org/event/sacrament-and-covenant/
LOCATION:Sunday Service at Ripley UCC\, 400 South Main Street\, Traer\, IA\, 50675
CATEGORIES:Sunday Service
ORGANIZER;CN="Bridge Minister Jim Coppoc":MAILTO:jimatripley@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260110T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260110T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080047
CREATED:20251226T164325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251226T165910Z
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SUMMARY:Soul Stitching
DESCRIPTION:The Ripley Stitchers are an amazing group. On the 2nd Saturday they gather to “Soul Stitch”. \nDid you know???    Ripley Soul Stitching begins its Fourth Year in 2026! \n  \nMary Ann Steffeny\, Jane Knoop\, Gayle Hansen and  Myla Hansen.\n  \nNorth Tama Telegraph article announcing Ripley Soul Stitching in March of 2023 : \nhttps://www.northtamatelegraph.com/news/local-news/2023/03/23/ripley-ucc-quilters-mark-national-quilting-day-with-new-soul-stitching-group/ \n\n\n\nThe group gets their day started at 9am by entering through the North door to the Fellowship Hall in the Church Basement.\n\n\n\nQuilts by size \, go to Cedar Valley Hospice\, Black Hawk Veterans\, AFIL\, Mercy One\, Salvation Army\, Iowa Veterans Home in Marshalltown\, The Stork’s Nest\, and Sleep in Heavenly Peace…..just to name a few of the recipients of their work!\n\nVeterans Home receives quilts from Ripley Stitcher Becky Gaston.\n\n\nAmericans for Independent Living\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNot only do they stitch fabric pieces\, but they stitch meaning through fellowship.\n\nWe invite all to pop in through the North door and see what they are up to! OR – grab a needle\, pull a stitch and bring joy to those who are covered in the warmth of a quilt loving constructed by the Ripley Stitchers.\n\n\n\n Contact: Jane Knoop\n319-478-8156\njanekoop13@gmail.com
URL:https://ripleyucc.org/event/soul-stitching-14/
LOCATION:Ripley UCC  Fellowship Hall\, 400 South Main Street\, Traer\, IA\, 50675
CATEGORIES:Patchwork Stitching
ORGANIZER;CN="Jane Knoop":MAILTO:janekoop13@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260106T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260106T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080047
CREATED:20251216T204426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T204435Z
UID:3723-1767720600-1767729600@ripleyucc.org
SUMMARY:Board of Trustees Meet
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://ripleyucc.org/event/board-of-trustees-meet-14/
LOCATION:Ripley South Office\, 400 South Main Street\, Traer\, IA\, 50675
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Josie Hulme":MAILTO:hulmejosie@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260104T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260104T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080047
CREATED:20260104T021300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T021617Z
UID:3784-1767517200-1767520800@ripleyucc.org
SUMMARY:“Being the Light”
DESCRIPTION:Jan 04 2025 Bulletin with communion \nPlease join us as we wish Arlene Schmidt a very happy 94th Birthday today! \nRipley Church Meetings:\n● Board of Trustees: Tuesday – Jan. 6th @ 5:30 pm – Office\n● Board of Deacons: Sunday – Jan. 11th @ 10 am – Office\n● Mission Committee: Wednesday – Jan 14th @ 6:00 pm – Office \nRipley Mission/Church/Community Involvement:\n● Quilting: Thursday Jan. 8th @ 9:00 am\n○ Saturday Soul Stitching – Saturday Jan 10th @ 9:00 am \n● Noisy Offering – Jan. 25th: Project to be Announced \nRipley Annual Meeting: Feb. 8th\, 2026 after worship\n● Annual Reports are due to the Trustees by Jan. 18th\n○ Reports can be turned in to Josh Youel\, preferably by email to:\nyouelcj@gmail.com\n● Question to Report Contributors should be asked by Feb. 1st to allow\nresearch and possible resolution before the meeting on the 8th \nFuture Dates:\n● Ash Wednesday: Feb. 18th\, 2026\n● Easter: April 5th\, 2026 \n  \nPrayer Requests: \nPrayer requests can be submitted online at https://tinyurl.com/3n324nvk\, in person to Jim or any Deacon \n 
URL:https://ripleyucc.org/event/being-the-light/
LOCATION:Sunday Service at Ripley UCC\, 400 South Main Street\, Traer\, IA\, 50675
CATEGORIES:Sunday Service
ORGANIZER;CN="Bridge Minister Jim Coppoc":MAILTO:jimatripley@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260102
DTSTAMP:20260404T080047
CREATED:20251226T154855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251226T155643Z
UID:3750-1767225600-1767311999@ripleyucc.org
SUMMARY:Happy New Year!
DESCRIPTION:Ripley UCC \nHappy New Year! May the year 2026 be filled with the promise of hope\, peace\, love and joy ! \n \nRipley UCC is a member of the congregation of the United Church of Christ. \n  \nOur Purpose is “to serve God by serving others.” \n  \nServices are at 9:00 every Sunday morning\, with fellowship(coffee and treats) to follow. \n  \nYou can connect to us virtually on Facebook\, or at www.ripleyucc.org. \n  \nOpportunities to get involved include quilting groups\, concerts\, mission events\, child and adult Christian Education\, special music\, and the chance to volunteer for a variety of roles during worship. Talk to any member to learn how. \n  \nPrayer requests can be submitted on line https://tinyurl.com/3n324nvk \, in person to Pastor Jim or any Deacon. \n  \nBridge Minister Jim Coppoc is available to our community at:\n515-708-4343 (text is best)\njimatripley@gmail.com\nFacebook.com/jim.at.ripley \n 
URL:https://ripleyucc.org/event/happy-new-year-2/
LOCATION:Ripley Church\, 400 South Main Street\, Traer\, IA\, 50675
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251228T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251228T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080047
CREATED:20251226T160752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T030306Z
UID:3758-1766912400-1766916000@ripleyucc.org
SUMMARY:Joint Worship with TUMC  : “The Gift” - Pastor Mark Keefer
DESCRIPTION:Joint Worship with TUMC \nRipley UCC and Traer UMC share Sunday Service at Ripley Sunday December 28th.\, 2025\nRipley Church Meetings:          \n\nBoard of Trustees:  Tuesday – Jan. 6th @ 5:30 pm – Office\nBoard of Deacons:  Sunday – Jan. 11th @ 10 am – Office\n\n  \nRipley Mission/Church/Community Involvement: \n\nQuilting is on Christmas break\, see you in the new year !\n\nSaturday Soul Stitching – Saturday Jan 10th @ 9:00 am\n\n\nNoisy Offering – Dec. 28th: “PS” – Project Share – TMU\n\n 
URL:https://ripleyucc.org/event/joint-worship-with-tumc/
LOCATION:Sunday Service at Ripley UCC\, 400 South Main Street\, Traer\, IA\, 50675
CATEGORIES:Sunday Service,Worship with Traer UMC
ORGANIZER;CN="Bridge Minister Jim Coppoc":MAILTO:jimatripley@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251226
DTSTAMP:20260404T080047
CREATED:20251216T205305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251226T150732Z
UID:3728-1766620800-1766707199@ripleyucc.org
SUMMARY:Wishing you a Merry Christmas!
DESCRIPTION:Merry Christmas from all of us at Ripley UCC!   May you all have a blessed Christmas with family and friends. \n  \n 
URL:https://ripleyucc.org/event/patchwork-warms-hearts-on-holiday-break/
LOCATION:IA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251224T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251224T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080047
CREATED:20251225T020948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251225T021233Z
UID:3744-1766602800-1766606400@ripleyucc.org
SUMMARY:Ripley United Church of Christ Christmas Eve Service
DESCRIPTION:12 24 2025 Christmas Eve Bulletin \n  \nIn Memory of:\nMaggie\, Jolie\, Gerry and Jim Youel \nby Josh and Cindy Youel and Family \nIn Memory of:\nRoger and Inis Winklepleck\nTheodore Bishop\nBarbara Adams \nby Denis and Rose Winklepleck and Family \nIn Memory of:\nHugh Sr. and Rhea Calderwood\nFred and Edna Stoakes \nby Hugh Jr. and Ruth Calderwood and Family \nIn Memory of:\nRuth Ann Stoakes\nWanda Mae Stoakes\nEleanor Eggleston\nDoug Livy \nby Hugh Jr. and Ruth Calderwood and Family \nIn Memory of:\nJuanita and Roger Becker\nLynn Becker\nCindy (Becker) Jepsen \nby David and Patty Calderwood and Family \nIn Memory of Glen Gaston \nby Becky Gaston and Family \nIn Memory of Kathy Stammer \nby Becky Gaston and Family \nIn Memory of Darrell Sivertsen \nby Kathy\, June\, Kayla and Family \nIn Memory of:\nDavid Weston\, Dan Corbett\, Bill Coppoc\,\nJen Barnes-Seger and Evelyn Miller \nby The Coppoc and Bagenstos Families \nThe Norfolk Pine that graces our sanctuary is in Memory of Rodger Knoop\nby Jane Knoop & Family
URL:https://ripleyucc.org/event/ripley-united-church-of-christ-christmas-eve-service/
LOCATION:Ripley Church\, 400 South Main Street\, Traer\, IA\, 50675
CATEGORIES:Special Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Bridge Minister Jim Coppoc":MAILTO:jimatripley@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251221T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080047
CREATED:20251118T210303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T201947Z
UID:3644-1766311200-1766318400@ripleyucc.org
SUMMARY:RUCC Christmas Tea
DESCRIPTION:Christmas Tea  – A special time at Ripley
URL:https://ripleyucc.org/event/rucc-christmas-tea/
LOCATION:Ripley UCC  Fellowship Hall\, 400 South Main Street\, Traer\, IA\, 50675
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251218T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251218T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080047
CREATED:20251216T204839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T204848Z
UID:3725-1766048400-1766068200@ripleyucc.org
SUMMARY:Patchwork Warms Hearts
DESCRIPTION:Our Alter Committee utilized the Quilts made by the Ripley Stitchers to decorate the Pulpit for The Blessing of the Quilts 11 02 25\n  \n  \n\nRipley Stitchers are making a difference of those in need. Small pieces of fabric stitched with purpose. Be a part of their mission as they bring peace through patchwork to warm the hearts of those in need. Today !!\n\n\n  Starting at 9am. Enter at the North door. 400 S Main Traer. Questions? Contact Jane Knoop at 319-478-8156\n\n\nCan’t make a week day?   Non problem!  Soul Stitching is the 2nd Saturday of the month.  Same routine!   Potluck lunch.
URL:https://ripleyucc.org/event/patchwork-warms-hearts-42/
LOCATION:Ripley UCC  Fellowship Hall\, 400 South Main Street\, Traer\, IA\, 50675
CATEGORIES:Patchwork Stitching
ORGANIZER;CN="Jane Knoop":MAILTO:janekoop13@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251217T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251217T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080047
CREATED:20251217T202209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T202209Z
UID:3741-1765958400-1765990800@ripleyucc.org
SUMMARY:Happy New Year!
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://ripleyucc.org/event/happy-new-year/
LOCATION:IA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251218
DTSTAMP:20260404T080047
CREATED:20251217T201606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T201614Z
UID:3738-1765929600-1766015999@ripleyucc.org
SUMMARY:Merry Christmas!
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://ripleyucc.org/event/merry-christmas/
LOCATION:IA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T155000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080047
CREATED:20251118T205553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251213T212447Z
UID:3641-1765727400-1765735200@ripleyucc.org
SUMMARY:**UPDATE**   Community Caroling led by Traer United Presbyterian Church AS OF 12/13/25
DESCRIPTION:AS OF 12/13/25    UPDATE FOR COMMUNITY CAROLING \n  \nDue to the dangerously low temperature and wind chill temps predicted for the day of this event – Community Caroling is being amended . \nThe group will only be caroling at Sunrise Hill Care Center.    Please gather at the care center at 3:50 pm. \n    \nBring Joy to those in our Community this holiday season with the gift of song. \nCarri Holst  – music director for Traer United Presbyterian Church is leading those in the community that wish to go a caroling ! \n  \nAfter caroling at Sunrise Hill Care Center – the group will meet back at United Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall in the lower level. \nHot drinks – snacks and fellowship to be shared…who knows – maybe even a game of Bingo! \n  \nMore info to follow!
URL:https://ripleyucc.org/event/community-caroling-led-by-traer-united-presbyterian-church/
LOCATION:Sunrise Hill Care Center\, 900 6th Street\, Traer\, IA\, 50675
CATEGORIES:Community
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080047
CREATED:20250216T204240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251213T211536Z
UID:2926-1765706400-1765713600@ripleyucc.org
SUMMARY:**CANCELED**   Board of Deacons Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Board of Deacons meeting has been canceled as we welcome baby Ruthie Rae Flamme to the world!
URL:https://ripleyucc.org/event/board-of-deacons-meet-14/
LOCATION:Ripley South Office\, 400 South Main Street\, Traer\, IA\, 50675
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Christy Flamme":MAILTO:christycalderwood@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080047
CREATED:20251214T151043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251214T151057Z
UID:3720-1765702800-1765706400@ripleyucc.org
SUMMARY:Homily: “The Magnificat”
DESCRIPTION:Dec14 2025 Bulletin \nAnnouncements \nRipley Church Meetings:\n● Board of Trustees: Tuesday – Jan. 6th @ 5:30 pm – Office\n● Board of Deacons: Sunday – Jan. 11th @ 10 am – Office \nRipley Mission/Church/Community Involvement:\n● Quilting – Thursday Dec. 18th @ 9:00 am\n○ Saturday Soul Stitching – Saturday Jan 10th @ 9:00 am\n● Noisy Offering – Dec. 28th: “PS” – Project Share – TMU \nAdvent 2025 – Nov. 30-Dec 24 – Theme: Angels\n● Sponsor a Poinsettia in honor or memory of a loved one to adorn\nour altar.\n○ $16.00 each – contact Patty –\n319-269-7288/pattycalderwood@gmail.com\n● Dec 14th – Today – 03:50 pm – Ecumenical Christmas Caroling – Meet\nat Sunrise Hill @ 4:00.\n○ Return to UPC for Snacks and Fellowship – bring a snack to share\n● Dec. 21st – Christmas Tea provided by the Deacons\n● Dec. 24th – Christmas Eve Services @ 7:00 pm\n● Dec. 28th – Worship with UMC at Ripley!
URL:https://ripleyucc.org/event/homily-the-magnificat/
LOCATION:Sunday Service at Ripley UCC\, 400 South Main Street\, Traer\, IA\, 50675
CATEGORIES:Sunday Service
ORGANIZER;CN="Bridge Minister Jim Coppoc":MAILTO:jimatripley@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080047
CREATED:20251118T201857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251123T143112Z
UID:3626-1765616400-1765636200@ripleyucc.org
SUMMARY:Soul Stitching
DESCRIPTION:Our Alter Committee utilized the Quilts made by the Ripley Stitchers to decorate the Pulpit for The Blessing of the Quilts 11 02 25\n  \n\nRipley Stitchers are making a difference of those in need. Small pieces of fabric stitched with purpose. Be a part of their mission as they bring peace through patchwork to warm the hearts of those in need. Today !!\n\n\nSoul STitching is the 2nd Saturday of the month.  Starting at 9am. Enter at the North door. 400 S Main Traer. Questions? Contact Jane Knoop at 319-478-8156
URL:https://ripleyucc.org/event/soul-stitching-13/
LOCATION:Ripley UCC  Fellowship Hall\, 400 South Main Street\, Traer\, IA\, 50675
CATEGORIES:Patchwork Stitching
ORGANIZER;CN="Jane Knoop":MAILTO:janekoop13@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080047
CREATED:20251118T204936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T205038Z
UID:3637-1765117800-1765128600@ripleyucc.org
SUMMARY:Cookie Swap
DESCRIPTION:Holidays are coming up. There is a lot of joy and connection this time of year for some. For others\, it can be a struggle. Here is your reminder that you are not alone.If you need a church community during this time\, Ripley United Church of Christ meets at 9:00 am every Sunday. For those who would like to get to know us outside a worship setting first\, we are also hosting a Cookie Swap at the Parsonage (513 4th Street) at 2:30 pm on Sunday\, December 7th. Bring a plate to share\, and an empty plate to fill. Or just show up\, and there will likely be plenty of extra.And of course\, I am always available here.   Bridge Minister Jim Coppoc
URL:https://ripleyucc.org/event/cookie-swap/
LOCATION:The Parsonage\, 513 4th Street\, Traer\, IA\, 50675\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Jim and Lindsey Coppoc":MAILTO:jimatripley@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080047
CREATED:20251129T233444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T234405Z
UID:3673-1765117800-1765126800@ripleyucc.org
SUMMARY:The Parsonage Cookie Swap hosted by Jim and Lindsey Coppoc
DESCRIPTION:The theme for Ripley United Church of Christ for the new Christian year is “Who Is Our Neighbor.” \n  \nWe’d like to start by inviting our neighbors over for a “Cookie Swap” on Sunday\, December 7th at The Parsonage. \nBring a plate of cookies to share and an empty plate. \nBy the time you leave\, your empty plate will be filled with all the flavors of the season. \nYour hosts: Jim and Lindsey Coppoc \nFabulous Door Prizes  – Holiday Cheer !     We hope to see you there! \nThe Parsonage Cookie Swap
URL:https://ripleyucc.org/event/the-parsonage-cookie-swap/
LOCATION:The Parsonage\, 513 4th Street\, Traer\, IA\, 50675\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Special Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Jim and Lindsey Coppoc":MAILTO:jimatripley@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080047
CREATED:20251123T142641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251123T142746Z
UID:3663-1765098000-1765105200@ripleyucc.org
SUMMARY:Giving Tree Due Date
DESCRIPTION:Today is the day! \n  \nAll packages are to be returned to the Church by today for the Giving Tree recipients. Today is the last day. \nThank you to all who have taken the time to provide gifts for our community members in need this Holiday Season. \nWe are truly blessed in so many ways!
URL:https://ripleyucc.org/event/giving-tree-due-date/
LOCATION:Ripley Church\, 400 South Main Street\, Traer\, IA\, 50675
CATEGORIES:Missions
ORGANIZER;CN="Missions Committe":MAILTO:pattycalderwood@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080047
CREATED:20251217T200503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T200628Z
UID:3730-1765098000-1765101600@ripleyucc.org
SUMMARY:...With One Voice”
DESCRIPTION:Dec 07 2025 Bulletin with communion \nAnnouncements \nRipley Church Meetings: \n● Board of Deacons: Sunday – Dec. 14th @ 10 am – Office\n● Board of Trustees: Tuesday – Jan. 11th @ 5:30 pm – Office \nRipley Mission/Church/Community Involvement: \n● Quilting – Thursday Dec. 11th @ 9:00 am\n○ Saturday Soul Stitching – Saturday Dec. 13th @ 9:00 am\n● Adopt-A-Family / Giving Tree:\n○ Return to Ripley on or before Dec. 7th\n● Noisy Offering – Dec. 28th: “PS” – Project Share – TMU \nAdvent 2025 – Nov. 30-Dec 24 – Theme: Angels \n● Sponsor a Poinsettia in honor or memory of a loved one to adorn our altar.\n○ $16.00 each – contact Patty – 319-269-7288/pattycalderwood@gmail.com\n● Dec 7th Cookie Swap – see below for details\n● Dec 14th – 2:45 pm – Ecumenical Christmas Caroling – Meet @ UPC for\ncommunity stops\, then gather at Sunrise Hill @ 4:00.\n○ Return to UPC for Snacks and Fellowship – bring a snack to share\n● Dec. 21st – Christmas Tea provided by the Deacons\n● Dec. 24th – Christmas Eve Services @ 7:00 pm \nCookie Swap! – Sunday\, 12/7 @ 2:30 – The Parsonage\n● Bring a plate with cookies\, and a spare. Fill the second plate with all\nthe flavors of the season.\n● Be sure to sign up for fabulous door prizes! \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://ripleyucc.org/event/with-one-voice/
LOCATION:Sunday Service at Ripley UCC\, 400 South Main Street\, Traer\, IA\, 50675
ORGANIZER;CN="Bridge Minister Jim Coppoc":MAILTO:jimatripley@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251205T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251205T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080047
CREATED:20251114T173222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T173452Z
UID:3613-1764921600-1764954000@ripleyucc.org
SUMMARY:FSB " In the Spirit of Giving"
DESCRIPTION:  \nIn the Spirit of Giving 2025 \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nGreetings from Farmers Savings Bank & Trust\, \n  \nIn 1984 we began a tradition of donating to the church of their choice for each\nperson who registers during our Christmas Open House. \n  \nIn the “spirit of giving”\, we will donate $3.00 to the church of choice for each\nperson who registers this year. \n  \nWe want to include your church in our area wide Traer Holiday Happenings Open\nHouse on Friday\, December 5\, 2025 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 pm. Everyone attending will be given the opportunity to register and indicate a $3.00\ncontribution to be made by Farmers Savings Bank & Trust to the church of their choice. \n  \nAt the end of the day the number of registrations for your congregation will be\ntallied and a check payable to your church will be mailed as a gift to your\ncongregation in time for Christmas. \n  \nThank you and may you have a blessed Christmas. \n  \nDarlys M. Hulme\nPresident
URL:https://ripleyucc.org/event/fsb-in-the-spirit-of-giving/
LOCATION:Farmers Savings Bank & Trust\, 611 Second Street\, Traer\, IA\, 50675
CATEGORIES:Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Daryls Hulme":MAILTO:fsb.t@fsb-traer.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080047
CREATED:20251123T141705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251123T143037Z
UID:3661-1764838800-1764858600@ripleyucc.org
SUMMARY:Patchwork Warms Hearts
DESCRIPTION:Ripley Stitchers are making a difference for those in need.  They take small pieces of fabric and stitch them together with a purpose!  Be a part of their mission as they bring warmth – peace and love of community to those in need. \nThe stitchers start to gather at 9 am and enjoy fellowship over a sack lunch. \nEnter at the North door. \nQuestions? Contact Jane Knoop at 319-478-8156 \n \nThe top – the tools – the results!\n \n  \n 
URL:https://ripleyucc.org/event/patchwork-warms-hearts-41/
LOCATION:Ripley UCC  Fellowship Hall\, 400 South Main Street\, Traer\, IA\, 50675
CATEGORIES:Patchwork Stitching
ORGANIZER;CN="Jane Knoop":MAILTO:janekoop13@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251130T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251130T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080047
CREATED:20251123T135955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251123T140044Z
UID:3655-1764496800-1764507600@ripleyucc.org
SUMMARY:Decorating for Advent 2025   "Angels"
DESCRIPTION:Decorating for Advent 2025 \nChristmas Church Decorating – Every \none is invited to participate \n \nNovember 30th – Sunday after Church \nFellowship with meal afterwards \nDessert  – sign up to share in the kitchen \n \nHow does this look? Cindy advises as Josh makes adjustments. \nChecking the wreath lights.\n 
URL:https://ripleyucc.org/event/3655/
LOCATION:Ripley Church\, 400 South Main Street\, Traer\, IA\, 50675
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251130T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251130T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080047
CREATED:20251118T204445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251123T134819Z
UID:3635-1764496800-1764507600@ripleyucc.org
SUMMARY:Advent 2025   "Angels"
DESCRIPTION:Advent 2025 – Nov. 30-Dec 24 \nTheme:  Angels  \n\nThe Congregation is welcome to bring a special Angel to put on display for the season.  Please share the story behind it.\nBring Your Angels on Nov. 30th or anytime thereafter.\n Advanced notice to a Deacon that you plan to bring an Angel would be appreciated\, but it’s not required.  Advanced notice will let us plan display\nAngel Ornaments that are brought to put on display will decorate our Giving Tree this year after our Adopt-A-Family and Food Pantry Tags disappear\n\n 
URL:https://ripleyucc.org/event/advent-2025-angels/
LOCATION:Ripley Church\, 400 South Main Street\, Traer\, IA\, 50675
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251130T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251130T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080047
CREATED:20251129T235323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T235338Z
UID:3681-1764493200-1764496800@ripleyucc.org
SUMMARY:“Like a Thief in the Night…”
DESCRIPTION:Nov 30 2025 Bulletin \n  \nRipley Church Meetings:\n● Board of Trustees: Tuesday – Dec. 2nd @ 6:30 pm – Office\n● Board of Deacons: Sunday – Dec. 14th @ 10 am – Office \nRipley Mission/Church/Community Involvement:\n● Quilting – Thursday Dec. 4th @ 9:00 am\n○ Saturday Soul Stitching – Saturday Dec. 13th @ 9:00 am\n● Adopt-A-Family / Giving Tree:\n○ Return to Ripley on or before Dec. 7th\n● Noisy Offering – today: “PS” – Project Share – TMU \nSunday School!!!\n● Volunteers are still needed to help facilitate Sunday school at least\none Sunday a month. Please see Jim for details. \nAdvent 2025 – Nov. 30-Dec 24 – Theme: Angels \n● Christmas Church Decorating today after service – Everyone is invited to\nparticipate and then enjoy lunch downstairs together.\n● Sponsor a Poinsettia in honor or memory of a loved one to adorn our altar.\n○ $16.00 each – Coordinate with Patty\n■ 319-269-7286 or pattycalderwood@gmail.com\n● Dec 7th Cookie Swap – see below for details\n● Dec 14th – Ecumenical Christmas Caroling w/United Presby. approx. 1:00 –\ndetails TBA\n● Dec. 21st – Christmas Tea provided by the Deacons \nCookie Swap! – Sunday\, 12/7 @ 2:30 – The Parsonage\n● Bring a plate with cookies\, and a spare. Fill the second plate with all\nthe flavors of the season.\n● Be sure to sign up for fabulous door prizes! \nFundraising Opportunity\n● Farmer’s State Bank will again be donating $3 to the church of choice\nfor each person who registers at their open house on Friday\,\nDecember 5\, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
URL:https://ripleyucc.org/event/like-a-thief-in-the-night/
LOCATION:Sunday Service at Ripley UCC\, 400 South Main Street\, Traer\, IA\, 50675
CATEGORIES:Sunday Service
ORGANIZER;CN="Bridge Minister Jim Coppoc":MAILTO:jimatripley@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251130T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251130T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080047
CREATED:20251118T203147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T203335Z
UID:3633-1764493200-1764496800@ripleyucc.org
SUMMARY:Noisy Offering Sunday to benefit "PS" Project Share
DESCRIPTION:Noisy Offering Sunday Missions funds collected from Noisy Offering Sunday will benefit Project Share
URL:https://ripleyucc.org/event/noisy-offering-sunday-to-benefit-ps-project-share/
LOCATION:Ripley Church\, 400 South Main Street\, Traer\, IA\, 50675
CATEGORIES:Missions
ORGANIZER;CN="Missions Committe":MAILTO:pattycalderwood@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251126T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251126T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080047
CREATED:20251026T022026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251123T140858Z
UID:3542-1764181800-1764187200@ripleyucc.org
SUMMARY:Ecumenical Thanksgiving Service @Traer United Methodist Church
DESCRIPTION:Our neighbors Traer United Methodist framed in fall colors.\nJim Coppoc and Mark Keifer\n● Traer Ecumenical Service @ TUMC – Wednesday Nov. 26th at 6:30pm \n○ Pr. Mark\, UMC\, will be directing a combined choir.\n■ If you are interested in singing\, please let Jim know\, and he’ll\npass your info on. \n  \nEveryone is welcome!
URL:https://ripleyucc.org/event/ecumenical-thanksgiving-service/
LOCATION:Traer United Methodist Church\, 512 4th Street\, Traer\, IA\, 50675
CATEGORIES:Ecumenical Thanksgiving Eve Service,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251123T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251123T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080047
CREATED:20251123T134150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251123T144630Z
UID:3651-1763888400-1763892000@ripleyucc.org
SUMMARY:"Prophets of the Most High"
DESCRIPTION:Nov 23 2025 Bulletin \nRipley Church Meetings: \n● Board of Trustees: Tuesday – TBD @ 6:30 pm – Office\n● Board of Deacons: Sunday – Dec. 14th @ 10 am – Office \n  \nThanksgiving Eve – Wednesday Nov. 26th \n● Traer Ecumenical Service @ UMC – Wednesday Nov. 26th – 6:30 pm\n○ Pr. Mark\, UMC\, will be directing a combined choir.\n■ If you are interested in singing\, please let Jim know\, and he’ll\npass your info on. \nRipley Mission/Church/Community Involvement: \n● Quilting – (in two weeks) Thursday Dec. 4th @ 9:00 am\n○ Saturday Soul Stitching – Saturday Dec. 13th @ 9:00 am\n● Adopt-A-Family / Giving Tree:\n○ Tags Arrive at Ripley: Sunday Nov. 23rd\n○ Packages return to Ripley on or before Dec. 7th\n● Noisy Offering – Nov. 30th: “PS” – Project Share – TMU \n  \nSunday School!!! \n● Volunteers are still needed to help facilitate Sunday school at least\none Sunday a month. Please see Jim for details. \n  \nAdvent 2025 – Nov. 30-Dec 24 – Theme: Angels \n● Christmas Church Decorating – Every one is invited to participate\nNovember 30th – Sunday after Church – With a Fellowship Meal to follow \nFundraising Opportunity \n● Farmer’s State Bank will again be donating $3 to the church of choice\nfor each person who registers at their open house on Friday\,\nDecember 5\, 8:00 am – 5:00
URL:https://ripleyucc.org/event/prophets-of-the-most-high/
LOCATION:Sunday Service at Ripley UCC\, 400 South Main Street\, Traer\, IA\, 50675
CATEGORIES:Sunday Service
ORGANIZER;CN="Bridge Minister Jim Coppoc":MAILTO:jimatripley@gmail.com
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