MIDDWeek Morning Prayer

Each Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. we have MIDDWeek Morning Prayer via Zoom. During this service, we share prayer concerns, meditate on scripture, and listen to centering music.

Zoom link

You can also call in at 929-436-2866, with meeting ID 865 4123 2698. All are welcome!

Budget Team Office Hours

Budget Team co-chairs Michele Brown and Erika Garner will be hosting "office hours" during the week of January 19 so that you can ask any questions you have about the financial reports of the church. The office hours will be: Tuesday January 21 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. via Zoom; Thursday January 23 from 12 noon to 1:00 p.m. at church in the Carpenter room and on Zoom. If you have questions, please join us!

Zoom Link Meeting ID: 878 6299 9961 Passcode: 139716

Annual Meeting

The Annual Meeting of the church will take place Sunday, January 26th following worship.The Annual Meeting with begin around 11:15 in the Sanctuary. Child care is provided in the nursery. If joining by Zoom, please try to log in a few minutes early to address any technical issues.

Zoom link

Meeting ID: 899 8783 1123

Passcode: 314010

Call in: 929-436-2866

Copies of the Annual Report are available HERE and in print on the Communications Table at the back of the church sanctuary. Please join us following the meeting for a potluck! 

Childcare Provided During Annual Meeting

Got kids? We've got you covered during annual meeting--child care will be provided in the nursery!

Bring a Dish for Potluck

The tables will be set to enjoy a potluck luncheon immediately following the Annual Meeting on Sunday, January 26. All you need to do is bring a dish to share! Food that needs to be refrigerated or kept warm can be dropped off in the kitchen at the Fellowship Hall kitchen before church.

Our Board of Membership & Communications volunteers will receive your dish and follow your instructions. Be prepared to let us know if your dish is vegetarian, nut-free or gluten-free. We’re looking forward to seeing everyone for a warm and joy-filled time together.

Nancy Foster's Clerk Retirement

The end of an era! Nancy Foster has retired from being our church Clerk! She began her tenure as Clerk in January of 2015. She has served with distinction for the past 10 years; over 110 Council meeting minutes; 10 years of annual meetings, and all the special meetings in between. Thank you, Nancy! 

Gather & Share: January

The January theme is: Wet Your Whistle Well

HOPE WISH LIST: Number one is juice (64 oz bottles), hot chocolate packets, Progresso-style soup, or anything else you can think of as healthy liquids.

Thanks to All who helped make our annual Food Drive for H.O.P.E. a success!

And thanks again for your caring generosity. Together we gathered 6,114 lbs. in 2024 which smashed through our 3-ton (6,000 lb.) goal.

—The Board of Mission and Social Concerns

Walking Group

We will walk along Creek Road on Monday, Jan. 27, weather permitting. Meet by Rec. Ctr. Parking Lot @ 9am; leashed dogs ok; dress for weather; we will walk south about 1/2 hour, then turn around and re-trace our steps.

Call Lois @ 802-989-7279 with questions

Epiphany Stars

Come and join your fellow Star followers!

Let’s embark on a journey together with our "star words." Share your word, your initial reactions to it, and what you hope to learn or gain from it. This is a shared experience—we’re all companions on this path. Whether you reconnect with familiar faces or meet new ones, you’ll find a welcoming space here.

Choose one of these times to join:

Sunday, Feb 2, 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM (Youth Room)

Tuesday, Feb 11, 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM (Carpenter Room)

Sunday, Feb 16, 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM (Youth Room)

Have questions? Feel free to email may@midducc.org.

About Star Words:

On January 5th, we distributed "Epiphany Stars" with special words printed on them. This tradition invites you to reflect on this word as a guide throughout the season of Epiphany—or even the entire year. If you missed the star distribution, don’t worry! You can stop by the church office, or send us your address and we will gladly send stars to you.

California Wildfires 2025 Support

 As we continue to pray for and support those who experienced unimaginable loss in the wake of the fires in California, we invite you to support the UCC's recovery efforts! Donate to the UCC's California Wildfires 2025 Appeal here: https://support.ucc.org/california-wildfires-2025. Your gifts will support the community's immediate needs and long-term recovery efforts as we work with local communities to ensure an equitable approach to their long-term recovery. You can also mail a check payable to the United Church of Christ, PO Box 71957, Cleveland, OH 44194. Please be sure to note "California Wildfires 2025" in the memo section of your check. Our EIN: 34-1927041. Thank you for your assistance in helping families and communities who are in great need in the aftermath of these hurricanes. Your heartfelt support will make a difference.

Online Fellowship Hour

There is online fellowship immediately following the Sunday worship service every week. Join us for a time of conversation and and joy! Come as you are from wherever you are!

Hal and Jean will lead us in sharing the good things that are happening in our lives, while connecting as a beloved community. It will be the same Zoom link every time.

Zoom link

Meeting ID: 876 3774 4686

Passcode: 063702

No Taizé in January

There is no Taize this month. We will return in February. You can read more about this special monthly service here.

Everybody Wins!

Vermont at Mary Hogan is desperately seeking more mentors for students in grades 2-5. Everybody Wins mentors are matched with a student and pairs read and play games together for one hour each week. Student participation in EVerybody Wins is completely voluntary. If you're looking for a way to make a difference in the life of a local child, please consider applying to be a mentor with us. If you'd like to learn more please visit www.everybodywinsvermont.org or contact Sarah at middlebury@everybodywinsvermont.org. The deadline for new applicants is January 31st.

Please help!

Our Friday night Community Suppers continue to grow. We have a core group of volunteers who serve our guests. But we need more! The commitment is only about 2 hours on Friday night and as frequent or infrequent as you want. The work is not hard but so important: set tables, serve food, clean up afterwards.

Sign up today!

Looking for a way to help out at church? Have flexible hours? We are looking for volunteers to join our Hospitality team! You would be welcoming groups using our building during off hours. If interested, please contact Mira Cabrera at office@midducc.org or Jeff Ellison at buildingmanager@midducc.org

Sign up today!

Copies of the Upper Room devotional guide are on the Communications table at the rear of the sanctuary.  Please take one if you would like!