Pastor Andy will be leading a four-part Bible study on the first two chapters of Genesis. Classes will be held in Unity Hall on Wednesdays (5/20, 5/27, 6/3, 6/10) from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

5/20 and 5/27 Focus text: Genesis 1:1-2:4

6/3 and 6/10 Focus text: Genesis 2:5-25

Online participation is welcome at the following link:

https://meet.google.com/inw-zyfy-tgk‪

Or dial via phone: (US) +1 402-789-6865 enter PIN: ‪265 260 395‬#

In Unity Hall after the service on June 7, the Green Team will be collecting vegetable and herb seedlings to give to the Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity (CVOEO) for distribution to their clients. Whether you have a few extra homegrown plants to share or prefer to purchase a half-dozen at a local nursery, we encourage you to bring some to donate. Tomato, squash, broccoli, and cucumber plants are especially welcome. Thanks so much for your consideration of this important ministry for our neighbors—every year our seedling offerings have been tremendously appreciated!  

The Board of Membership invites you to sign up to serve as a greeter for Sunday worship. Greeters play a simple but meaningful role in the life of our church: offering a smile, helping people feel at ease, and making sure longtime members, newer attendees, and first-time visitors know they are welcome here.

Greeters are asked to arrive by 9:30 a.m., wear a name tag, and stand at the Main Street/front entrance of the sanctuary to warmly welcome visitors and members as they arrive. You do not need any special training — just a friendly presence and a willingness to help create a warm Sunday morning welcome.

Please sign up here: https://signup.com/go/CpaFXzZ

We also want to let members know that new visitors may be wearing stick-on name tags on Sunday mornings. If you see someone with a stick-on name tag, we encourage you to introduce yourself, say hello, and help them feel at home.

Thank you for helping us offer welcoming and hospitality to all.

For over twenty years, countless volunteers have cooked and served FRIDAY NIGHT COMMUNITY SUPPER at The Congregational Church of Middlebury, UCC. The free, hot meal runs from 5:00-6:00 every Friday in Fellowship Hall (accessible from Seymour Street). Friday Night Community Supper offers a space where everyone is welcome, neighbors get to know neighbors, and community happens. Come by for a delicious meal. Bring a friend. Bring the family. We hope to see you soon.

Are you ready for an evening of fun, laughter, and friendly competition? The Board of Membership invites you to our upcoming Game Night for Grown-ups! 

Date: Thursday, June 18

Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Location: Unity Hall

Target Audience: Adults only

What to Expect:

Three Game Zones: We will feature distinct areas with games like Pictionary, Left-Right-Center, and Apples to Apples.

Snack Share: Please bring a snack to share. We ask that your contribution is enough to feed at least four people.

Provided for You: The Board of Membership will supply drinks (water, seltzer) and paper goods for the evening.

Future Fun: If we have a great turnout, we hope to make this a recurring event on our church calendar!

How to Sign Up: Please add your name to the sign-up sheet by Tuesday, June 16. This helps us get an accurate headcount to set up the rooms.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Shannon Gleason at smaagleason@gmail.com.

Come join the fun and connect with fellow members! We cannot wait to see you there.

Warmly,

The Board of Membership

Monday, June 8 from 10:00 a.m. to Noon

Have you ever thought:

* I’m not good enough to make art?

* I don’t have time to make art?

* I don’t know how to begin?

* Art is only for talented people?

If so, this class is for you.

Mindful Art is a simple, calming way to explore creativity while reducing stress. Judy will gently guide you through an easy process that helps you create colorful, beautiful artwork of your own — no experience needed. You may be surprised by how quickly you begin to feel like an artist.

The class is free, with a $5 materials fee. Registration is required. Contact Judy at judyalbright@snet.net. This offering is sponsored by Art in Unity, a team of MiddUCC, who's mission is to inspire personal and communal spiritual growth through the collaborative process of creating and celebrating art.

Our popular Nature Bible Camp returns June 16–18, 2026, at Branbury State Park, from 10:00 AM–3:00 PM each day. Open to rising K–8th grade children, this free camp offers fun, faith-filled outdoor adventures, Bible stories, recreation, arts and crafts, and hands-on nature exploration. Register here! 

Sponsored by Middlebury Congregational Church, St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, and St. Mary’s Church.

Did you know that every week, a group of folks gathers for online fellowship after worship?

Online Fellowship is a wonderful way to stay connected when you are out and about, traveling, home sick, caring for a loved one, or otherwise unable to make it to church in person. It offers a simple way to keep seeing familiar faces, meeting new friends, and sharing in the life of our church community no matter where you are.

So brew yourself a cup of tea, pull up a cozy chair, and join us for conversation and connection with friends old and new. Whether you come every week or just once in a while, you are welcome.



Please note this coming week we will be using a NEW link for online fellowship:

Join with Google Meet:

meet.google.com/ceg-rggc-sxa

Join by phone:

‪(US) +1 541-671-5735‬ PIN: ‪401 387 850‬#