Wednesday, December 5, 2007
Sunday, November 18, 2007
Deck The Halls
Come decorate Northeast for Christmas! Join us on Sunday, November 25 at 12:30 PM in the lower level to decorate for the Christmas season.
Lunch will be served. All are welcome!
Lunch will be served. All are welcome!
Wednesday, November 7, 2007
Program Tickets
Tickets are sold out for Thursday and Friday. PROGRAM ONLY tickets may be purchased for $5 at the church during office hours, on-line at necchurch.org, or at the Equip booth on the weekend.
Thursday, October 25, 2007
Tea Wisdom
from the Queen of Tea (Laura W.) herself...
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The flavor of tea is released in hot water. The water must be steeped, not boiled. The hotter the water, the faster the tea will steep. Three to five minutes is sufficient.
English Breakfast tea is a blend of black teas from Ceylon and India. It goes well with milk.
Irish Breakfast is another strong black tea blend from Assam and Ceylon. It is also good with milk.
Flavored teas are basically black teas containing spices or fruit essences like lemon, apple and apricot.
Herbal teas are not actually teas at all. They are made from herb mixtures, roots, flowers, stems. When you brew them into “tea” you are actually making an infusion. To properly infuse herbal tea, bring fresh water to a boil, pour into teapot, then add dried herbs – one teaspoon per cup. Let steep for five to ten minutes, then strain into teacup. Sweeten with honey, if desired.
Scone rhymes with “lawn.”
While tea can be good for your health, remember that a tea is about relationships!
Desserts!
OK gals, I don’t cook, and I my favorite color is ORANGE! So, good luck if you are sitting at my table.
But lets talk about desserts. Gals, I don’t bake, but if you LOVE cheesecake, my table is where you want to be. I go to Meijer or Wal-Mart and buy the variety pack of cheesecakes! It is so yummy! If you like Turtle Cheesecake….WOW! Then, another option, you can ask Marge Cherry to make your dessert. She is an excellent dessert maker, and people love her desserts at my table! Another option, have someone sit beside you that you know has a great dessert and tell them that you all can share! That works for me!
Anyway, hope this gives you some wonderful ideas about your desserts.
(My daughter just informed me that I could go to kraft.com and get some wonderful ideas….that my dear is just way to much work!)
See you all at the tea!
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The flavor of tea is released in hot water. The water must be steeped, not boiled. The hotter the water, the faster the tea will steep. Three to five minutes is sufficient.
English Breakfast tea is a blend of black teas from Ceylon and India. It goes well with milk.
Irish Breakfast is another strong black tea blend from Assam and Ceylon. It is also good with milk.
Flavored teas are basically black teas containing spices or fruit essences like lemon, apple and apricot.
Herbal teas are not actually teas at all. They are made from herb mixtures, roots, flowers, stems. When you brew them into “tea” you are actually making an infusion. To properly infuse herbal tea, bring fresh water to a boil, pour into teapot, then add dried herbs – one teaspoon per cup. Let steep for five to ten minutes, then strain into teacup. Sweeten with honey, if desired.
Scone rhymes with “lawn.”
While tea can be good for your health, remember that a tea is about relationships!
Desserts!
OK gals, I don’t cook, and I my favorite color is ORANGE! So, good luck if you are sitting at my table.
But lets talk about desserts. Gals, I don’t bake, but if you LOVE cheesecake, my table is where you want to be. I go to Meijer or Wal-Mart and buy the variety pack of cheesecakes! It is so yummy! If you like Turtle Cheesecake….WOW! Then, another option, you can ask Marge Cherry to make your dessert. She is an excellent dessert maker, and people love her desserts at my table! Another option, have someone sit beside you that you know has a great dessert and tell them that you all can share! That works for me!
Anyway, hope this gives you some wonderful ideas about your desserts.
(My daughter just informed me that I could go to kraft.com and get some wonderful ideas….that my dear is just way to much work!)
See you all at the tea!
Tuesday, October 23, 2007
Calling All Kids
We're excited that the program portion of this year's Christmas Tea will feature a Children's Choir.
Details:
Boys and Girls - Kindergarten - 5th grade
You can sign your singing cherub up at the Christmas Tea table in the foyer on October 27/28 and November 3/4.
Rehearsals will take place Sunday November 11 and November 18 from 6:00 - 7:00 at the church.
Questions, call (502) 426-6668
Details:
Boys and Girls - Kindergarten - 5th grade
You can sign your singing cherub up at the Christmas Tea table in the foyer on October 27/28 and November 3/4.
Rehearsals will take place Sunday November 11 and November 18 from 6:00 - 7:00 at the church.
Questions, call (502) 426-6668
Monday, October 22, 2007
These Are A Few Of My Favorite Things...
Jennifer was so impressed by the crafters at last year's Tea that she couldn't wait to get involved in the selection and planning of the Holiday Bazaar portion of this year's Christmas Tea. Read an excerpt from a letter she wrote to her sister telling her all about it below.
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Well, as you know, last year was the first time I attended the ladies Christmas Tea at NECC. I wasn’t really sure what to expect, but I do know this much…I was so impressed by a night filled with fellowship and entertainment. But my favorite part was the arts and craft show! I loved it so much that I came back the second night to do some more Christmas shopping! I just thought it was going to be an ordinary bazaar, but my expectations were definitely exceeded. This town is known for it’s art shows, and this ranks up with the many that I’ve been too! There were wonderful personalized gifts where the crafter embroidered right on the spot. In fact, she will be here again this year! I purchased Heather Staley’s embroidered ribbon key chains for small holiday gifts.
I remember all of the Christmas themed gifts, lots of pretty jewelry, and fabric items like purses and quilted books. In all honesty, I felt like I was in a winter wonderland full of stuffed snowmen and grapevine angels… it was really magical!
This year, I must say, is only going to be better! We are excited to see familiar faces as well as new artisans. Returning from last year is “Unique Creations by Sandra” featuring gorgeous Christmas floral wall hangings, home décor, and grapevine crosses. Melissa Tichy, “Just Your Type,” will be back with her clever typewriter jewelry, which is unique and expressive.
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New this year, I’m excited about Missy Leather’s clay bead jewelry in lots of designs and colors! The multi-talented Peg Henderson will be here featuring her hand-felted and knit baby booties and scarves as well as homemade soaps from Cedarbrook Farm. There will be so much more including quilted items, wooden gifts, personalized paper gifts, fabric handbags, and much, much more! You won’t want to miss out on this shopping evening under one roof! Forget the mall…just come to the Christmas Tea! See you there!
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Well, as you know, last year was the first time I attended the ladies Christmas Tea at NECC. I wasn’t really sure what to expect, but I do know this much…I was so impressed by a night filled with fellowship and entertainment. But my favorite part was the arts and craft show! I loved it so much that I came back the second night to do some more Christmas shopping! I just thought it was going to be an ordinary bazaar, but my expectations were definitely exceeded. This town is known for it’s art shows, and this ranks up with the many that I’ve been too! There were wonderful personalized gifts where the crafter embroidered right on the spot. In fact, she will be here again this year! I purchased Heather Staley’s embroidered ribbon key chains for small holiday gifts.
I remember all of the Christmas themed gifts, lots of pretty jewelry, and fabric items like purses and quilted books. In all honesty, I felt like I was in a winter wonderland full of stuffed snowmen and grapevine angels… it was really magical!
This year, I must say, is only going to be better! We are excited to see familiar faces as well as new artisans. Returning from last year is “Unique Creations by Sandra” featuring gorgeous Christmas floral wall hangings, home décor, and grapevine crosses. Melissa Tichy, “Just Your Type,” will be back with her clever typewriter jewelry, which is unique and expressive.New this year, I’m excited about Missy Leather’s clay bead jewelry in lots of designs and colors! The multi-talented Peg Henderson will be here featuring her hand-felted and knit baby booties and scarves as well as homemade soaps from Cedarbrook Farm. There will be so much more including quilted items, wooden gifts, personalized paper gifts, fabric handbags, and much, much more! You won’t want to miss out on this shopping evening under one roof! Forget the mall…just come to the Christmas Tea! See you there!
Tuesday, October 16, 2007
Sunday, September 30, 2007
Details, details, details!
Northeast Christian Church Christmas Candlelight Tea
Thursday, November 29th and Friday November 30th
Hostess Registration will take place after each weekend service October 6/7 and October 13/14.
Individual Ticket Sales - October 27/28 through November 4
Information, Hostess Registration and Ticket sales located in the main lobby.
Thursday, November 29th and Friday November 30th
Hostess Registration will take place after each weekend service October 6/7 and October 13/14.
Individual Ticket Sales - October 27/28 through November 4
Information, Hostess Registration and Ticket sales located in the main lobby.
A Hostess Primer
So you may have heard about this annual Women's Christmas Tea that takes place at NECC - but what exactly is it? And what is the role of a hostess?
Good questions!
The Christmas Candlelight Tea is one of the most popular outreach events that Northeast Christian Church hosts annually. This year, the tea will take place on Thursday, November 29th and Friday, November 30th. The event is designed to provide a Christ-centered evening of inspiration, love and laughter for the women of Northeast, and their family, friends, co-workers and neighbors.
Here is the schedule for the evening:
5:30 - 7:00 View decorated tables and shop at the Holiday Bazaar
7:00 - 7:30 Tea and Dessert
7:30 - 7:45 Ornament Exchange
7:45 - 8:00 Move to Auditorium
8:15 - 9:15 Program & Speaker
The role of hostess involves decorating a table and providing the dessert for yourself and seven guests. Decorations can be as simple or elaborate as you wish - your style and personality should be your guide. You'll see everything from paper plates and disposable utensils to fine china and silver. Dessert ranges from a favorite store or bakery creation to homemade treats. That's part of the fun and diversity of the event - experiencing all of the different designs, decorating and tastes!
Each night, there are approximately 75 tables located in the gym, chapel and lower level. The most important job for the hostess is helping to make each of the guests at her table comfortable. Men volunteer as servers and bring you coffee and tea as you need it so you won't have to get up and leave your table.
Each of your guests will bring a wrapped Christmas ornament for an exchange that takes place after dessert has been served and before everyone is dismissed to the auditorium for the evening's program.
Hostesses can purchase the tickets to her own table for $10.00 each. The hostess' seat is free and there are seven other seats available to purchase. Tickets are always in high demand and only available when hostessess leave some seats at their table(s) open to guests who wish to purchase a ticket.
Hostess Training is designed for anyone who has not hosted a table before. Lots of tips, recommendations and details are available both at the training session and from the volunteer Christmas Tea leadership team. Feel free to ask!
Sunday, September 16, 2007
Interview With A First Time Hostess
We got together with Amy who hosted a table both nights at the Christmas Tea last year. She had never hosted before, so we asked her about her experience.
Tea Team: Had you ever attended the Christmas Tea at NECC before you hosted a table last year?
Amy: No, I had never been before. I thought about hostessing, but I felt a little intimidated. I talked to a few people and saw a couple of pictures from previous teas and that helped to dispel some fear.
Tea Team: Describe your table and the food you served.
Amy: I rented a red table cloth - it was very reasonable - $11 for three or four days - It was cheaper than buying one. The big round ones are expensive! And I can change my color theme from year to year! I wanted my table to reflect candle light so I placed little round mirrors around my table with various clear candle holders - it made the candle light dance around the table. The first center piece I made was way too tall. (I learned this after attending the hostess training meeting.) You wouldn't be able to see the people on the other side. So I dismantled it and made another from things I already had around my house. I used Christmas ornaments to help reflect the candle light. Then I set out to plan my food. I served light pumpkin muffins, nuts, a cheese "mold" with crackers and magic bars. Believe it or not, not many ate the sweets, they ate more of the muffins and cheese. I kept it extremely simple because I work full time and I could make the food ahead. I planned to make enough to serve both nights.
Tea Team: Were you nervous about hosting before you did it?
Amy: Oh my gosh! I was soooo nervous! Excited, yet nervous - I wanted the ladies to have a wonderful evening and for everything to go smoothly at my table. After my first guests arrived and were so gracious, I was able to relax and have fun.
Tea Team: Did you know the people who sat at your table?
Amy: I did not know anyone at my tables - I had asked what the most important need was and the Tea Coordinator, Michelle said seats - seats that she could sell tickets for. So that is what I did! I hosted one table each night and really enjoyed meeting the ladies at my table.
Tea Team: Why are you going to do it again this year?
Amy: I had such a great time last year! I really love the Christmas season and decorating and it feels good to give something of myself to people I don't know. And now that I've done it once, I know this is something that I can do without a problem. (Even working full time with two young kids!)
Tea Team: Do you have any advice for someone considering hosting for the first time?
Amy: Talk with a hostess who has done it before, she can help dissolve the fears of the unknown! Talk to the ladies behind the counter at church - they can give you ideas, decorating help and even time management tips. Or, you and a friend could co-host a table and do it together. That way, you'll have a friend with you sharing the hostessing duties.
Tea Team: What was your favorite part about hostessing?
Amy: Knowing that the ladies at my table had a wonderful kick-off to the Christmas season - all because of a few ladies and gents at Northeast and a little baby named Jesus! Oh, and I liked the decorating part too!
Tea Team: Had you ever attended the Christmas Tea at NECC before you hosted a table last year?
Amy: No, I had never been before. I thought about hostessing, but I felt a little intimidated. I talked to a few people and saw a couple of pictures from previous teas and that helped to dispel some fear.
Tea Team: Describe your table and the food you served.
Amy: I rented a red table cloth - it was very reasonable - $11 for three or four days - It was cheaper than buying one. The big round ones are expensive! And I can change my color theme from year to year! I wanted my table to reflect candle light so I placed little round mirrors around my table with various clear candle holders - it made the candle light dance around the table. The first center piece I made was way too tall. (I learned this after attending the hostess training meeting.) You wouldn't be able to see the people on the other side. So I dismantled it and made another from things I already had around my house. I used Christmas ornaments to help reflect the candle light. Then I set out to plan my food. I served light pumpkin muffins, nuts, a cheese "mold" with crackers and magic bars. Believe it or not, not many ate the sweets, they ate more of the muffins and cheese. I kept it extremely simple because I work full time and I could make the food ahead. I planned to make enough to serve both nights.
Tea Team: Were you nervous about hosting before you did it?
Amy: Oh my gosh! I was soooo nervous! Excited, yet nervous - I wanted the ladies to have a wonderful evening and for everything to go smoothly at my table. After my first guests arrived and were so gracious, I was able to relax and have fun.
Tea Team: Did you know the people who sat at your table?
Amy: I did not know anyone at my tables - I had asked what the most important need was and the Tea Coordinator, Michelle said seats - seats that she could sell tickets for. So that is what I did! I hosted one table each night and really enjoyed meeting the ladies at my table.
Tea Team: Why are you going to do it again this year?
Amy: I had such a great time last year! I really love the Christmas season and decorating and it feels good to give something of myself to people I don't know. And now that I've done it once, I know this is something that I can do without a problem. (Even working full time with two young kids!)
Tea Team: Do you have any advice for someone considering hosting for the first time?
Amy: Talk with a hostess who has done it before, she can help dissolve the fears of the unknown! Talk to the ladies behind the counter at church - they can give you ideas, decorating help and even time management tips. Or, you and a friend could co-host a table and do it together. That way, you'll have a friend with you sharing the hostessing duties.
Tea Team: What was your favorite part about hostessing?
Amy: Knowing that the ladies at my table had a wonderful kick-off to the Christmas season - all because of a few ladies and gents at Northeast and a little baby named Jesus! Oh, and I liked the decorating part too!
Friday, September 14, 2007
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