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Exploring Membership – Sun, May 31

Posted on May 15, 2015 by sbrown

Are you curious about the United Church of Christ? Do you want to know what is involved in becoming a member at First Congregational Church? Please join us for our next “Exploring Membership” gathering to learn more about the church … Continue reading →

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Forum w/ Gov. Jim Douglas – Sun, May 31

Posted on May 8, 2015 by sbrown

The First Church Forum embraces the opportunity to explore faith as it impacts the whole of our lives — personal, political, and cultural. First Congregational Church of Burlington is very pleased to welcome former Governor Jim Douglas as our distinguished … Continue reading →

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Relationships, Community and the Risen Christ

Posted on May 1, 2015 by sbrown

Dear Friends, It is Easter. Some may believe that Easter was over on Easter Sunday, April 5th. In truth, we celebrate the power of the risen Christ for 50 days leading up to Pentecost on May 23. As we make … Continue reading →

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Emergency Relief Efforts – Nepal Earthquake

Posted on April 30, 2015 by sbrown

THE UCC RESPONDS to EARTHQUAKE in NEPAL: The UCC Emergency Relief Fund is requesting our immediate support to bolster the humanitarian aid response in Nepal following the devastating earthquake on Saturday, April 25. You can follow UCC updates on Nepal … Continue reading →

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Spring Accessory/Book Exchange – Sat, May 9

Posted on April 17, 2015 by sbrown

A Spring Ladies Accessory & Book Exchange will be held on Saturday, May 9, 12:00 – 2:00 p.m., at First Congregational Church. Bring a favorite novel and ladies “accessory” item (scarf, costume jewelry, etc.) to add to the exchange…bring home … Continue reading →

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COTS Walk 2015 – Join our team!

Posted on April 17, 2015 by sbrown

Join the First Church Team! The COTS Walk-a-thon is set for Sunday, May 3, starting at Battery Park in Burlington. Walker registration opens at 1:00 p.m.; the walk starts at 2:00 p.m. Information and details about helping out as a … Continue reading →

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Pro Bono Legal Clinic – Sun, Apr 26

Posted on April 16, 2015 by sbrown

On Sunday, April 26, from 1pm to 3pm at First Congregational Church, volunteer Vermont attorneys will offer pro-bono (FREE) legal counsel to anyone in the community. Please arrive at 1:00 to reserve an appointment time and to check in. All … Continue reading →

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“Spirituality, History & the UCC” Series

Posted on April 11, 2015 by sbrown

Between mid-March and early May 2015, Rev. Peter Cook led an educational lecture series on “Spirituality, History and the United Church of Christ (UCC)”. The topic schedule was as follows and recordings of each are available: Sun, Mar 15: Evangelical … Continue reading →

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Mission Programs & Christian Action Advocacy

Posted on April 11, 2015 by sbrown

We focused on and celebrated our mission programs and evolving Christian action advocacy in March on our annual Mission Sunday. Worship was followed by a “Mission Fair” that attracted a lot of conversation and new volunteers to many of our … Continue reading →

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Youth Info & Gathering – Sun, Apr 12

Posted on April 10, 2015 by sbrown

On Sunday, April 12, Lucy Samara, Director of High School Youth Ministries, and Pastor Sally May, Interim Associate Minister, will offer two opportunities (at 9:15am and again at 11:15am) at church for parents and high school youth to gather to hear … Continue reading →

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