Category Archives: First Congregational Church

UCC Responds to Burned Churches in the South

Posted on July 10, 2015 by sbrown

The United Church of Christ is working to support recovery and rebuilding of burned African American churches and communities in the southern United States. You can give online to this effort via our e-giving site by clicking here and selecting … Continue reading →

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Summer Worship Schedule

Posted on June 17, 2015 by sbrown

Beginning on June 21 and running through September 6, First Congregational Church will offer just one worship service each Sunday at 9 a.m. during the summer months. We will resume offering two Sundays services on September 13. Additionally, our church … Continue reading →

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Take Me Out to the Ball Games!

Posted on June 11, 2015 by sbrown

Come to a Vermont Lake Monsters baseball game at Burlington’s own Centennial Field this summer with First Congregational Church. Get to know your fellow members in a leisurely summer setting. Everyone is welcome, young and old; feel free to bring … Continue reading →

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Summer Volunteer Opportunities

Posted on June 9, 2015 by sbrown

Here are just a few of the exciting volunteer opportunities available through First Congregational Church this summer: Small Potatoes – Sandwich makers: Small Potatoes is a free community Saturday breakfast and bag lunch that is served to anyone who comes … Continue reading →

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Go Local with YES in July

Posted on June 9, 2015 by sbrown

July 6 through 9 will find a group of gifted and generous teens and adults from First Church devoting time and enjoying themselves as they volunteer in support of the Sara Holbrook Community Center’s New Arrivals Summer Program for children. … Continue reading →

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Conversations on Pain, Suffering and Grief

Posted on May 28, 2015 by sbrown

Pastor Sally May and Michael Samara will be facilitating a 6-week conversation focused on pain, suffering and grief beginning on Thursday, May 14th, as we read and discuss “Praying Our Goodbyes” by Joyce Rupp. We will gather on Thursdays at … Continue reading →

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Pilgrimage for Earth ~ Standing on Holy Ground (Sun, Jun 7)

Posted on May 27, 2015 by sbrown

On Sunday, June 7th, First Congregational Church will host the staff of Kairos Earth for the culminating event of a week-long bike ride across New England. The Kairos staff will complete their pilgrimage by biking into Burlington in time to … Continue reading →

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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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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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