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Mayflower Congregational UCC Church @mayflowerucc.org · 7h

Over 10,000 tampons. 500+ period packs. Less than an hour. ❤️ Huge thanks to everyone who donated and stayed after worship for our Period Packing Party for Period OKC. What a beautiful example of love in action from Mayflower’s Reproductive Justice Team!

Mayflower Congregational UCC Church @mayflowerucc.org · 7d

Our Reproductive Justice Team has launched the 10,000 Tampons Drive! Bring two different strength packs to Mayflower or order via our Amazon Wishlist: buff.ly/60jQKup . Goal: 10,000+ tampons for Period OKC to share with our neighbors in need. Please schedule delivery by Friday, Oct. 17th. Thanks!

Mayflower Congregational UCC Church @mayflowerucc.org · 9d

Pastor Sheridan’s Theology Through Fiction class dives into Frankenstein this month — a perfect read for spooky season! Explore what Mary Shelley’s classic says about God, creation, and being human. Tue, Oct 14th, 20th, & 28th! Childcare provided. Join in person and on Zoom: buff.ly/7bXWMdc

Mayflower Congregational UCC Church @mayflowerucc.org · 12d

Want to help support our immigrant neighbors? Join us this Sunday, Oct 12, after worship in Milligan Hall for Rapid Responder training with Community Response Network. A light lunch and childcare are included. Register here: buff.ly/ZErrgzt

Mayflower Congregational UCC Church @mayflowerucc.org · 14d

Chili, conversation, and community—what could be better? Yesterday’s Music Board Chili Luncheon exceeded its $5000 goal by several hundred dollars! Thank you to everyone who cooked, donated, and showed up. Your support keeps our music ministry strong and ready for 2026 celebrations!

Mayflower Congregational UCC Church @mayflowerucc.org · 17d

Mayflower now offers two opportunities for worship each week:

Morning Prayer at 8:30am is a 30-minute come-as-you-are service of liturgy, music, sacred silence, and prayer.

Morning Worship at 10:15am is our familiar service with hymns, music, scripture, prayer, and sermon.

See you on Sunday!

Mayflower Congregational UCC Church @mayflowerucc.org · 19d

The Music Board’s Annual Chili Luncheon is this Sunday after Morning Worship! The goal this year is $5,000 to support Mayflower Music. Donate online or at the door. Every donor is entered into a prize drawing! buff.ly/NED8p0R

Mayflower Congregational UCC Church @mayflowerucc.org · 20d

Our Reproductive Justice Team has launched the 10,000 Tampons Drive! Bring two different strength packs to Mayflower or order via our Amazon Wishlist: a.co/1UcGN5C. Goal: 10,000+ tampons for Period OKC to share with our neighbors in need. Drive runs now through Oct 19.

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Mayflower Congregational UCC Church @mayflowerucc.org · 21d

We're digging into our past to cast a clear vision for the future—join Revs. Sheridan & Lori on Sun, Oct 5 at 2pm for "What’s in a Name?: Mayflower 101." Learn our story, from Congregationalist roots to the UCC. Zoom only. Link and more info: buff.ly/HFgjBkp

Mayflower Congregational UCC Church @mayflowerucc.org · 24d

On Sunday, Oct. 5th, Mayflower will offer two services.

Morning Prayer at 8:30am is a 30-minute come-as-you-are service of liturgy, music, sacred silence, and prayer.

Morning Worship at 10:15am is our familiar service with hymns, music, scripture, prayer, and sermon.

See you Sunday!

Mayflower Congregational UCC Church @mayflowerucc.org · 27d

Imagine 1,000 conversations across OKC—listening, learning & working for the common good. Join VOICE Tues, Sept 30 • 6–7:30pm at Mayflower (3901 NW 63rd). Leaders will share the strategy, expectations, timeline, and the change this effort can create. buff.ly/6YaiKYt

Mayflower Congregational UCC Church @mayflowerucc.org · Sep 19

Mayflower’s Third Sunday Choir is this Sunday, Sept. 21st! This is a stand-alone opportunity—join when you can! Rehearsal begins at 9am with Music Director Clint Williams. Can’t make it this time? Mark your calendar for Oct. 19th. We hope to see you there!

Mayflower Congregational UCC Church @mayflowerucc.org · Sep 17

Join us Sunday, Sept. 21, for breakfast and a brief look at Mayflower Medical Outreach’s work in Nicaragua. Two sessions: 9:30am & 11:15am in Mayflower's fellowship hall. Breakfast catered by Tierra Mia Nicaraguan Grill. Learn, eat, and celebrate 25+ years of this vital mission!

Mayflower Congregational UCC Church @mayflowerucc.org · Sep 16

Our fellowship hall was full of connection and conversation at Sign Me Up Sunday! From longtime members to folks new to Mayflower, it was a great morning to learn, share, and sign up. Thanks to all who made it such a vibrant event!

Mayflower Congregational UCC Church @mayflowerucc.org · Sep 12

Join us Sunday, Sept. 14, from 11:30am–2pm for “Understanding Mental Illness,” an interactive event by NAMI OKC. Held in Classroom 1 at Mayflower. Presentations, Q&A, lunch & childcare provided. All are welcome!

Mayflower Congregational UCC Church @mayflowerucc.org · Sep 10

This Sunday, our fellowship hall will be full of representatives from Mayflower’s small groups, missions, and governing boards gathering to share about the work they do. Stop in after the service to learn more, ask questions, and sign up to get involved. We hope to see you there! #ThisIsHowWeChurch

Mayflower Congregational UCC Church @mayflowerucc.org · Sep 9

Mayflower is now home to OKC’s first Queer Lit Collective library! Find it in our Christian Ed wing, sitting area. Open to the public, self-checkout, Sundays 8-11am. Come discover new stories & voices! queerlitcollective.org

Mayflower Congregational UCC Church @mayflowerucc.org · Sep 8

Mayflower’s Plymouth Guild is back! Join us at the church tomorrow, Sept. 9, at 10:30am as we welcome Mayflower’s Associate Minister, Rev. Sheridan Irick. After, the group meets at Belle Isle Restaurant & Pub at 50 Penn Place (1900 NW Expy) for lunch and conversation. All are welcome.

Mayflower Congregational UCC Church @mayflowerucc.org · Sep 3

Join us this Sunday, at 10am online and in person, as Rev. Walke, Rev. Irick, and our chancel musicians explore the intersection of music and theology with the song "Highwomen."

We continue Sept. 14 with "Heaven is a Honky Tonk," and wrap up Sept. 21 with "Crowded Table." We hope you’ll join us!

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Mayflower Congregational UCC Church @mayflowerucc.org · Sep 1

Join us after worship on Sunday, Sept. 7, for Continue the Conversation! We'll gather in Fellowship Hall for “Speed Friendshipping”—a fun, guided way to connect through shared stories and laughter. All are welcome! buff.ly/c5ETCzt

Mayflower Congregational UCC Church @mayflowerucc.org · Aug 29

Martha Circle's new season begins Tuesday, Sept. 2nd at 6:30pm in Milligan Hall! Bring a school photo of yourself, a potluck dish, your fave drink, and $1. Dessert’s on us! Join us for a night of fun, friendship, and stories—new faces always welcome. Questions? Email [email protected]

Mayflower Congregational UCC Church @mayflowerucc.org · Aug 27

This September, join us as we explore music + theology through the songs of The Highwomen. Sept. 7: "Highwomen" • Sept. 14: "Heaven Is a Honky Tonk" • Sept. 21: "Crowded Table." Don’t miss this fantastic series with Rev. Walke, Rev. Irick, & our chancel musicians!

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Mayflower Congregational UCC Church @mayflowerucc.org · Aug 25

Mayflower’s original book club, WEBS, returns Sept. 3 at 5:30pm! They’ll dive into Christ in the Rubble: Faith, the Bible, and Genocide in Gaza by Munther Isaac. Curious? Email [email protected] for more info—they’d love to hear from you!

Mayflower Congregational UCC Church @mayflowerucc.org · Aug 22

The Mayflower Men’s Group is heading to dinner! Join us at 6:30pm on Monday, Aug. 25 at Sean Cummings Irish Restaurant (7628 N May Ave, OKC). New faces are always welcome—come eat, connect, and get to know the group. All are welcome!

Mayflower Congregational UCC Church @mayflowerucc.org · Aug 19

Join us Wednesdays at 12pm at the OK County Detention Center (201 N Shartel) for a weekly Vigil for Immigration Justice. Faith leaders & community members gather to pray, sing, and call for compassion.

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