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Understanding Race and Racism with the Rev. Rodney Patterson

Posted on January 13, 2020 by sbrown

UNDERSTANDING RACE AND RACISM: THE FAITH COMMUNITIES’ RESPONSE with the New Alpha Missionary Baptist Church and their Founding Minister: The Rev. Rodney Patterson The subject of racism is alive and well in the land and remains a topic of major … Continue reading →

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I & Thou: Creating Sacred Relationships – Sermon Series & Discussion Groups

Posted on January 8, 2020 by sbrown

I & Thou: Creating Sacred Relationships January 26 – February 23: Sermon Series Discussion Group Opportunity          Based on a sermon and study series originally crafted by the Rev. Adam Hamilton, “I & Thou” is designed to help us engage … Continue reading →

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Epiphany Sunday – January 5 at 8 & 10 a.m.

Posted on January 3, 2020 by sbrown

SUNDAY, JANUARY 5  –  “Epiphany” “After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem and asked, “Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews?”  … Continue reading →

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Star Sunday with VT Folk Artist Patti Casey – January 12

Posted on January 3, 2020 by sbrown

Star Sunday – January 12 – worship services at 8 a.m. & 10 a.m. Get your star for next year—where will it lead you? Don’t know what this is all about?  You’re in for a treat! Our new minister, the … Continue reading →

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We are Hiring!

Posted on December 9, 2019 by sbrown

WE ARE HIRING! WE ARE SEARCHING for: – An OFFICE MANAGER: This position has been filled. – A DIRECTOR of CREATIVE MINISTRIES: Please use this LINK to learn more about this full-time staff opening at First Congregational Church UCC of … Continue reading →

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Advent, Christmas & Epiphany at FCCB – All are Invited!

Posted on December 8, 2019 by sbrown

2019 ADVENT & CHRISTMAS WORSHIP SERVICES All are welcome and invited to all worship services at First Congregational Church of Burlington – an Open & AffirmingCongregation – of the United Church of Christ. The Second Sunday of Advent – “Peace”  … Continue reading →

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Share Christmas 2019

Posted on November 15, 2019 by sbrown

2019 is the 31st Year of Share Christmas!     A meaningful – thirty-one year – First Church tradition, Share Christmas is a wonderful opportunity to help local families during the holidays. Share Christmas sponsors provide Christmas dinner groceries and/or gifts … Continue reading →

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Town Hall Meeting on 11/24/19

Posted on November 15, 2019 by sbrown

A FESTIVE “FIRST CHURCH” TOWN HALL MEETING on THANKSGIVING SUNDAY – NOVEMBER 24 at 11 a.m. – The entire congregation is invited to gather for a meeting with the Rev. Elissa Johnk, our Trustees and Executive Team, following the 10 … Continue reading →

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It’s Time to Order Christmas Wreaths & Garlands!

Posted on November 8, 2019 by sbrown

It’s Time to Order Christmas Wreaths & Garlands – a fundraiser that supports our Middle & High School Youth Programs including our 2020 YETS Trip!      Thank you for supporting our programs for middle and high school youth by ordering … Continue reading →

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11/8 Chicken & Biscuit Dinner & Harvest Bazaar 11/8, 9 & 10!

Posted on November 1, 2019 by sbrown

Tickets at the door for Friday November 8 Chicken & Biscuit Feast! Harvest Bazaar opens Friday at 3 p.m. – the Harvest Bazaar continues on Saturday with a delicious lunch available from 11:30 to 1:30 lunch! Mini-Harvest Bazaar on Sunday … Continue reading →

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