Summit Lighthouse^â Study Group of Manchester NH

Dear Keepers of the Flame and Community Members,

For many years we have met on Elm Street in Manchester. On the weekend of October 18^th we will seal this flame and take it with us in search of a new center. The McQuade building is being renovated and turned into more expensive office space. We have been given a one-month notice to clear out.

Over this past year, it has become more difficult to maintain the group without significant support and participation. For several years we have been going through a cycle where participation would increase and then wane repeatedly. The increase did not occur this year. That said, we still have dedicated members who do want a group. We would like to take the moment of this challenge to refocus the group – to really decide what we want to see and what we are willing to do. For a time we will meet at members’ homes (likely in Derry). Please call us if you want to be involved in the services. The schedule and other details are being worked out and may fluctuate some.

We ask everyone for their input on the group’s focus and for ideas as to where to meet more permanently. Those who contribute a rent pledge, if it is possible, please continue and we will set it aside for a new location (that may require a deposit). We will keep track of the pledges in case we do not go this route and they can be returned.

On October 25^th and 26^th, Reverends Ken and Bonita Frazier will be joining us along with members of the Boston Study Group. This will likely take place in Derry. We will have a community meeting and Rev. Ken Frazier will administer the sacraments of Baptism and First Communion for several members. They would like to meet with as many people as possible and really hear from us. We will send out further details on times and confirm the location soon.

We hope to hear from you.

In Light and Peace