A warm welcome to all visitors.  If the Pastor or any member of the congregation may be of service to you, please contact the church office at 802-228-4211 or Rev. Harpster at 802-875-8895. His email is harpsterd@vermontel.net.  Please be sure to sign the guestbook located at the entrance to the church. 

Upcoming Meetings
Women’s Group - Every Wednesday at 10:00 A.M. 

Coffee Hour
A time of fellowship following the service of worship is held in the social hall. Coffee, juice and refreshments will be served.

Christmas Flowers 
Christmas Season is approaching.  If you would like to make a donation for the Christmas flowers in memory of loved ones, please contact Jean Eggleston. 

Weekly Offerings
Offerings and other cash receipts for the week of November 24 were $1,870.00. The cost of each week is $1,330.00 (derived by dividing the annual budget by 52 weeks).

Altar Guild
Jean Eggleston is serving as the Altar Guild person during the month of December.

Season of Advent
The Advent Season, in preparation for the birth of our savior, begins this Sunday with the celebration of Holy Communion.  Bill and Susan Kneebone will lead us in the lighting of the first Advent Candle.

Christmas Eve at United Church
The annual Christmas Eve Service will be held at 7:30 P.M. 

Performance of the Messiah 
On December 8 at 3:30 PM and 7:00 PM, Grace Congregational (UCC) Church’s annual presentation of Handel’s Messiah Part 1, Hallelujah Chorus and the Coronation Anthem No. 3 The King Shall Rejoice.

Performed by the Rutland Area Chorus and Orchestra. The church is located at 8 Court Street, Rutland. Linda and George Thomson from United Church will be part of the chorus.   Free Will Offering.

"Sounds of the Season" Performance
On Saturday, December 7, at 7:30 PM., at the First Baptist Church, Chester, VT and
on Sunday, December 8, at 3:00 PM, at the First Congregational Church UCC, Springfield, VT, the Springfield Community Chorus directed by Ken Olsson will present “Sounds of the Season”,
a Christmas concert featuring holiday favorites such as “Do You Hear What I Hear,” “Sweet Jesus Boy,” and “Go Tell It On the Mountain” as well as three versions of “Ave Maria”. Andy Ohotnicky is a member of the chorus.  All are welcome.

Service of Remembrance
Tyson Congregational Church will hold its Service of Remembrance this Sunday, 12/1 at 4:00 PM This is a time when we gather to remember those no longer with us during the holiday season.  We will light a candle for each person and hold them in God's light. Everyone is welcome to attend this short, but meaningful service.  For more information, please call Margo Marrone at 228-5114.

 

A warm welcome to all visitors. If the Pastor or any member of the congregation may be of service to you, please contact the church  office at 802-228-4211 or Rev. Harpster at
802-875-8895. His email is harpsterd@vermontel.net.

Upcoming Meetings
Women’s Group - Every Wednesday at 10:00 AM
Deacons’ Meeting – Sunday, July 21, following service.
Executive Board Meeting – Wednesday, July 24, 7:00 PM 

Weekly Offerings
Offerings and other cash receipts for the week of July 7 were $2086.00. The
cost for each week is $1,330.00 (derived by dividing the annual budget by 52
weeks).
 
Altar Guild
Jean Eggleston and Laura Caravatt will be sharing the Altar Guild
responsibilities for June, July and August.  Jean will take care of the
altar and Laura will do her beautiful flowers.
 
Coffee Hour
A time of fellowship following the service of worship is held in the social
hall. Coffee, juice and refreshments will be served.  
 
Learn to Serve Communion
For the next three months on the first Sunday of the month, there will be a
"Shadowing Sunday" for those of you who want to learn how to serve
communion.  Come see the process of serving communion from start to finish.
If interested, be at the church on Sunday, August 4, at 9:45 AM. We have the
servers; you will just be watching the process.
 
Hymn Sing
The church will hold a hymn sing on Sunday, July 28 during the regular
worship hour at 10:15 a.m.  Take some time during the upcoming weeks to
reflect on your favorites and which hymns you would like the congregation to
sing.  
 
Women’s Group -  Luncheon and Tag Sale
A luncheon and tag sale will be held on Saturday, August 24.  All your
“treasures” (which we badly need) may be left in the church garage.
 
Congregational Singing Practice
Occasional choir singers and members of the congregation  who would like
to "go over" the music for a Sunday service should come up to the organ before
9:50 AM, with hymnal  in hand, when Ed is on duty.  However, he is
usually on New Hampshire organ benches on the third Sunday of each month.



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A warm welcome to all visitors. If the Pastor or any member of the congregation may be of service to you, please contact the church office at 802-228-4211 or Rev. Harpster at 802-875-8895. His email is harpsterd@vermontel.net.
 
Upcoming Meetings
Women’s Group - Every Wednesday at 10:00 AM
Deacons’ Meeting – Sunday, July 21, following service.
Executive Board Meeting – Wednesday, July 24, 7:00 PM
 
Weekly Offerings
Offerings and other cash receipts for the week of June 23 were $1,122.00. The cost for each week is $1,330.00 (derived by dividing the annual budget by 52 weeks).
 
Altar Guild
Jean Eggleston and Laura Caravatt will be sharing the Altar Guild responsibilities for June, July and August.  Jean will take care of the altar and Laura will do her beautiful flowers.
 
Coffee Hour
A time of fellowship following the service of worship is held in the social hall. Coffee, juice and refreshments will be served.
 
Learn to Serve Communion
For the next three months on the first Sunday of the month, there will be a "Shadowing Sunday" for those of you who want to learn how to serve communion.  Come see the process of serving communion from start to finish. If interested, be at the church on Sunday, August 4, at 9:45 AM. We have the servers; you will just be watching the process.
 
Hymn Sing
The church will hold a hymn sing on Sunday, July 28 during the regular worship hour at 10:15 a.m.  Take some time during the upcoming weeks to reflect on your favorites and which hymns you would like the congregation to sing.
 
Women’s Group Luncheon and Tag Sale
A luncheon and tag sale will be held on Saturday, August 24.  All your “treasures” (which we badly need) may be left in the church garage.
 
Congregational Singing Practice
Occasional choir singers and members of the congregation  who would like to "go over" the music for a Sunday service should come up to the organ before 9:50 AM, with hymnal  in hand, when Ed is on duty.  However, he is usually on New Hampshire organ benches on the third Sunday of each month.
 
Church Back Door
At its last meeting, the Executive Board made the decision that only the front door will be open when our secretary, Sandra Russo, is in the office during her regular hours on Wednesday and Friday.  This new practice provides greater security for Sandra and the church as a whole.  Those with back door keys: if you enter that door on Wednesday or Friday afternoon, please stop by the office to let Sandra know that you are in the building.
 
Vivian Cravens Blodgett
Our sympathy is extended to the family of Vivian Cravens Blodgett, who died on June 9, 2013.
A memorial service celebrating her life will be held at the church on Saturday, July 6.
Coffee hour at 9:00 AM and service at 10:00 AM.
All are welcome to attend.

A warm welcome to all visitors. If the Pastor or any member of the congregation may be of service to you, please contact the church office at 802-228-4211 or Rev. Harpster at 802-875-8895. His email is harpsterd@vermontel.net.
 
Upcoming Meetings
Women’s Group - Every Wednesday at 10:00 AM
Membership Committee – Wednesday, July 3, 7:00 PM
Deacons Meeting – Sunday, July 21, following service.
 
Weekly Offerings
Offerings and other cash receipts for the week of June 23 were $1,368.00. The cost for each week is $1,330.00 (derived by dividing the annual budget by 52 weeks).
 
Altar Guild
Jean Eggleston and Laura Caravatt will be sharing the Altar Guild responsibilities for June, July and August.  Jean will take care of the altar and Laura will do her beautiful flowers.
 
Coffee Hour
A time of fellowship following the service of worship is held in the social hall. Coffee, juice and refreshments will be served.
 
Learn to Serve Communion
For the next three months on the first Sunday of the month there will be a "Shadowing Sunday" for those of you who want to learn how to serve communion.  Come see the process of serving communion from start to finish. If interested, be at the church on Sunday, July 7, at 9:45 AM. We have the servers; you will just be watching the process.
 
Women’s Group and Tag Sale
This will be held on August 24th. All your “treasures” (which we badly need) may be left in the church garage.
 
Congregational Singing Practice
Occasional choir singers and members of the congregation    who would like to "go over" the music for a Sunday service should come up to the organ before 9:50 AM, with hymnal  in hand, when Ed is on duty.  However, he is usually on New Hampshire organ benches on the third Sunday of each month.
 
QUEST Needs Your Costume Jewelry
The Quest summer program for 9th and 10th graders will run from June 24th to August 9th. One of the activities is jewelry making.  You could help this effort by going through your jewelry and donating any unwanted costume jewelry to be used as raw materials for the QUEST program. See David Almond with any questions.
 
Church Back Door
At its last meeting, the Executive Board made the decision that only the front door will be open when our secretary, Sandra Russo, is in the office during her regular hours on Wednesday and Friday.  This new practice provides greater security for Sandra and the church as a whole.  Those with back door keys: if you enter that door on Wednesday or Friday afternoon, please stop by the office to let Sandra know that you are in the building.
 
Vivian Cravens Blodgett
Our sympathy is extended to the family of Vivian Cravens Blodgett who died on June 9, 2013. A memorial service celebrating her life will be held at the church on Saturday, July 6. Coffee hour at 9:00 AM and service at 10:00 AM. All are welcome to attend.
 
 
 

A warm welcome to all visitors.  If the Pastor or any member of the congregation may be of service to you, please contact the church office at 802-228-4211 or Rev. Harpster at 802-875-8895. His email is harpsterd@vermontel.net.
 
Upcoming Meetings
Women’s Group - Every Wednesday at 10:00 AM
Executive Board Meeting – Wednesday, June 26, 7:00 PM
Membership Committee – Wednesday, July 3, 7:00 PM
Deacons Meeting – Sunday, July 21, following service.
 
Weekly Offerings
Offerings and other cash receipts for the week of June 16 were $692.00. The cost for each week is $1,330.00 (derived by dividing the annual budget by 52 weeks).
 
Altar Guild
Jean Eggleston and Laura Caravatt will be sharing the Altar Guild responsibilities for June, July and August.  Jean will take care of the altar and Laura will do her beautiful flowers.
 
Coffee Hour
A time of fellowship following the service of worship is held in the social hall. Coffee, juice and refreshments will be served.
 
Learn to Serve Communion
For the next three months on the first Sunday of the month there will be a "Shadowing Sunday" for those of you who want to learn how to serve communion.  Come see the process of serving communion from start to finish. If interested, be at the church on Sunday, July 7, at 9:45 AM. We have the servers; you will just be watching the process.
 
Women’s Group and Tag Sale
This will be held on August 24th. All your “treasures” (which we badly need) may be left in the church garage.
 
Congregational Singing Practice
Occasional choir singers and members of the congregation    who would like to "go over" the music for a Sunday service should come up to the organ before 9:50 AM, with hymnal  in hand, when Ed is on duty.  However, he is usually on New Hampshire organ benches on the third Sunday of each month.
 
QUEST Needs Your Costume Jewelry
The Quest summer program for 9th and 10th graders will run from June 24th to August 9th. One of the activities is jewelry making.  You could help this effort by going through your jewelry and donating any unwanted costume jewelry to be used as raw materials for the QUEST program. See David Almond with any questions.
 
Church Back Door
At its last meeting, the Executive Board made the decision that only the front door will be open when our secretary, Sandra Russo, is in the office during her regular hours on Wednesday and Friday.  This new practice provides greater security for Sandra and the church as a whole.  Those with back door keys: if you enter that door on Wednesday or Friday afternoon, please stop by the office to let Sandra know that you are in the building.
 
Martha Janet Stewart
A service of committal for Martha Janet Stewart who died on March 19, 2013 will be held at the Pleasant View Cemetery on Sunday, June 23rd at 12:00 Noon.  All are welcome to attend.
 
 
Vivian Cravens Blodgett
Our sympathy is extended to the family of Vivian Cravens Blodgett who died on June 9, 2013.
A memorial service celebrating her life will be held at the church on Saturday, July 6 at 10:00 AM.  All are welcome to attend.
 
 

A warm welcome to all visitors. If the Pastor or any member of the congregation may be of service to you, please contact the church office at 802-228-4211 or Rev. Harpster at 802-875-8895. His email is harpsterd@vermontel.net.
  
Upcoming Meetings
Women’s Group - Every Wednesday at 10:00 AM
Executive Board Meeting – Wednesday, June 26, 7:00 PM 
Membership Committee – Wednesday, July 3, 7:00 PM
 
Weekly Offerings
Offerings and other cash receipts for the week of June 2 were $1,501.00. The cost for each week is $1,330.00 (derived by dividing the annual budget by 52 weeks).
 
Altar Guild
Jean Eggleston and Laura Caravatt will be sharing the Altar Guild responsibilities for June, July and August.  Jean will take care of the altar and Laura will do her beautiful flowers.
 
Coffee Hour
A time of fellowship following the service of worship is held in the social hall. Coffee, juice and refreshments will be served.
 
Learn to Serve Communion
For the next three months on the first Sunday of the month there will be a "Shadowing Sunday" for those of you who want to learn how to serve communion.  Come see the process of serving communion from start to finish. If interested, be at the church on Sunday, July 7, at 9:45 AM. We have the servers; you will just be watching the process.
 
Women’s Group and Tag Sale
This will be held on August 24 instead of August 17 as announced last week.  All your “treasures” (which we badly need) may be left in the church garage.

Martha Janet Stewart
A service of committal for Martha Janet Stewart who died on March 19, 2013 will be held at the Pleasant View Cemetery following the service of worship today.  All are welcome to attend.

Vivian Cravens Blodgett
Our sympathy is extended to the family of Vivian Cravens Blodgett who died on June 9, 2013.  A memorial service celebrating her life will be held at the church on Saturday, July 6 at 10:00 a.m.   All are welcome to attend.

 
Church Back Door
At its last meeting, the Executive Board made the decision that only the front door will be open when our secretary, Sandra Russo, is in the office during her regular hours on Wednesday and Friday.  This new practice provides greater security for Sandra and the church as a whole.  Those with back door keys: if you enter that door on Wednesday or Friday afternoon, please stop by the office to let Sandra know that you are in the building.   
 
Choir Rehearsal
If you want to informally practice music for the service, feel free to come up to the organ before 10:05 AM when Ed is on duty.

A warm welcome to all visitors.  If the Pastor or any member of the congregation may be of service to you, please contact the church office at 802-228-4211 or Rev. Harpster at 802-875-8895. His email is harpsterd@vermontel.net.
 
Reverend Bruce Bishop
We welcome Rev. Bishop and thank him for performing our worship service this Sunday.
 
Upcoming Meetings
Women’s Group - Every Wednesday at 10:00 AM
Executive Board Meeting – Wednesday, June 26, 7:00 PM
Membership Committee – Wednesday, July 3, 7:00 PM
 
Weekly Offerings
Offerings and other cash receipts for the week of June 2 were  $946.00. The cost for each week is $1,330.00 (derived by dividing the annual budget by 52 weeks).
 
Altar Guild
Jean Eggleston and Laura Caravatt will be sharing the Altar Guild responsibilities for June, July and August.  Jean will take care of the altar and Laura will do her beautiful flowers.
 
Coffee Hour
A time of fellowship following the service of worship is held in the social hall. Coffee, juice and refreshments will be served.
 
Learn to Serve Communion
For the next three months on the first Sunday of the month there will be a "Shadowing Sunday" for those of you who want to learn how to serve communion.  Come see the process of serving communion from start to finish. If interested, be at the church on Sunday, July 7, at 9:45 AM. We have the servers; you will just be watching the process.
 
Women’s Group and Tag Sale
This will be held on August 24 instead of August 17 as announced last week.  All your “treasures” (which we badly need) may be left in the church garage.
 
Church Back Door
At its last meeting, the Executive Board made the decision that only the front door will be open when our secretary, Sandra Russo, is in the office during her regular hours on Wednesday and Friday.  This new practice provides greater security for Sandra and the church as a whole.  Those with back door keys: if you enter that door on Wednesday or Friday afternoon, please stop by the office to let Sandra know that you are in the building.   
 
Mindy Sue Doyle’s Graduation
The Congregation is invited to Mindy’s graduation at Black River High School on Saturday, June 8 at 10:00 AM. Cookout to follow at the Doyles.
 
Choir Rehearsal
If you want to informally practice music for the service, feel free to come up to the organ before 10:05 AM when Ed is on duty.
 
Church Website Content
You will find completely new content on the Church Website: www.unitedchurch.us.  David Hearne has done the design and creation work. We thank him profusely for the extraordinary amount of time he has put into this work. A committee of three, Fred Marin, Sandra Russo, and Bob Kottkamp, is working with David to make revisions, add new content, open new pages over time, and keep the site current. New elements include a calendar displaying regular meetings and special events and a prayer request page for you to leave information about those in need of support. Please make use of this new communication tool. Please send suggestions for edits and additions. You can do so by using the Contact Form on the website!
 
Blood Drive – American Red Cross
Ludlow Community Center – Monday, June 10th from 12:30 to 5:30 PM.  Walk-in or for an appointment visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS
June is adventure month. All presenting donors will receive a coupon for a free day pass to a state park.  Plus enter to win a complete family camping package from Eureka and free week of camping.

A warm welcome to all visitors.  If the Pastor may be of service to you, or any member of the congregation please contact the church office at 802-228-4211or Rev. Harpster at 802-875-8895.
His email is harpsterd@vermontel.net.
 
Upcoming Meetings
Women’s Group - Every Wednesday at 10:00 AM
Membership Committee – Wednesday, June 5,  7:00 PM
Executive Board Meeting – Wednesday, June 26, 7:00 PM 
 
Weekly Offerings
Offerings and other cash receipts for the week of May 26 were $1,590.00. The cost for each week is $1,330.00 (derived by dividing the annual budget by 52 weeks).
 
Altar Guild
Jean Eggleston is serving as the Altar Guild person during the month of June.
 
Coffee Hour
A time of fellowship following the service of worship is held in the social hall. Coffee, juice and refreshments will be served.

Guest Minister
We are pleased to welcome Rev. Taylor to lead us in our worship service on June 2.
Tom Taylor attended Kent State University in Ohio, graduating in 1952 with a BS degree in Industrial Mathematics. He then worked for three years with
General Motors and seventeen with IBM. At age 41 he left IBM to pursue a Master of Divinity degree at the Yale Divinity School.
His first full time assignment as a United Methodist pastor was in Scranton, Pa. He then was moved to the Broad Street UMC in Norwich, N.Y., where he served from 1979 through 1986. He ended his active career with ten years at the First UMC of Fairbanks, Alaska.
In 1996 he and his wife Betty, moved back to Norwich where they lived until moving to Vermont in Oct. of 2009.
Tom and Betty were high school sweethearts and will observe their 62nd wedding anniversary this Sept. They have four children, ten grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
Dick and Brenda Dansingberg were long time members of the Broad Street UMC in Norwich. The Taylors and the Dansingbergs first met when the Taylors came to town in 1979, and have remained fast friends ever since.
 
Learn to Serve Communion
For the next three months on the first Sunday of the month there will be a "Shadowing Sunday" for those of you who want to learn how to serve communion. Come see the process of serving communion from start to finish.
If interested, be at the church on Sunday, June 2, at 9:45 am. We have the servers, you will just be watching the process.
 
Mindy Sue Doyle’s Graduation
The Congregation is invited to Mindy’s graduation at Black River High School on Saturday, June 8 at 10:00 am. Cookout to follow at the Doyles. Baccalaureate is at the Catholic Church in Ludlow, Sunday, June 2 at 6:00 pm. Pastor Harpster will give the benediction.

Church Website Content
You will find completely new content on the Church Website: www.unitedchurch.us. David Hearne has done the design and creation work. We thank him profusely for the extraordinary amount of time he has put into this work.
A committee of three, Fred Marin, Sandra Russo, and Bob Kottkamp, is working with David to make revisions, add new content, open new pages over time, and keep the site current. New elements include a calendar displaying regular meetings and special events and a prayer request page for you to leave information about those in need of support.
Please make use of this new communication tool. Please send suggestions for edits and additions. You can do so by using the Contact Form on the website!
 
Church Back Door
At its last meeting, the Executive Board made the decision that only the front door will be open when our secretary, Sandra Russo, is in the office during her regular hours on Wednesday and Friday.  This new practice provides greater security for Sandra and the church as a whole.  Those with back door keys....if you enter that door on Wednesday or Friday afternoon, please stop by the office to let Sandra know that you are in the building.  Thank You.
 

If the Pastor may be of service to you, or any member of the congregation please contact the church office at 802-228-4211or Rev. Harpster at 802-875-8895. His email is harpsterd@vermontel.net.
 
Upcoming Meetings
Women’s Group - Every Wednesday at 10:00 AM
Membership Committee – Wednesday, June 5,  7:00 PM
Executive Board Meeting – Wednesday, June 26, 7:00 PM
 
Weekly Offerings
Offerings and other cash receipts for the week of May 19 were $1,055.00. The cost for each week is $1,330.00 (derived by dividing the annual budget by 52 weeks).
 
Altar Guild
Jean Eggleston is serving as the Altar Guild person during the month of May.
 
Coffee Hour
A time of fellowship following the service of worship is held in the social hall. Coffee, juice and refreshments will be served.
 
Memorial Day Sunday
Memorial Day Sunday is being observed today.  Because it is a day of national significance, the color on the altar will be red.  Participants are encouraged to wear red as well.  Memorial Day will be observed nationally on Monday as a time to remember those who sacrificed so much in defense of their country. It is also a time to remember other loved ones who passed from this life.
 
Pulpit Supply
The Reverend Tom Taylor will be our guest pastor on June 2.  The Lord’s Supper will be celebrated.  Pastor Harpster and Robert Kottkamp will be attending the annual meeting of the Vermont Conference of the United Church of Christ which will be meeting at Vermont Technical College in Randolph, Vermont on June 1-2.  The theme for this year’s gathering is FAITH @ THE EDGES.
 
Learn to Serve Communion
For the next three months on the first Sunday of the month there will be a "Shadowing Sunday" for those of you who want to learn how to serve communion.  Come see the process of serving communion from start to finish.
If interested, be at the church on Sunday, June 2, at 9:45 am. We have the servers, you will just be watching the process.
 
Church Website Content
You will find completely new content on the Church Website: www.unitedchurch.us.  David Hearne has done the design and creation work. We thank him profusely for the extraordinary amount of time he has put into this work. A committee of three, Fred Marin, Sandra Russo, and Bob Kottkamp, is working with David to make revisions, add new content, open new pages over time, and keep the site current. New elements include a calendar displaying regular meetings and special events and a prayer request page for you to leave information about those in need of support. Please make use of this new communication tool. Please send suggestions for edits and additions. You can do so by using the Contact Form on the website.
 
Mindy Sue Doyle’s Graduation
The Congregation is invited to Mindy’s graduation at Black River High School on Saturday, June 8 at 10:00am.  Cookout to follow at the Doyles.  Baccalaureate is at the Catholic Church in Ludlow, Sunday, June 2 at 6:00pm.
Pastor Harpster will give the benediction.

If the Pastor may be of service to you, or any member of the congregation please contact the church office at 802-228-4211 or Rev. Harpster at 802-875-8895. His email is harpsterd@vermontel.net.

Upcoming Meetings
Women’s Group - Every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m.
Executive Board Meeting – Wednesday, May 22, 7:00pm
Mother’s Day Flowers
Special Mother’s Day Flowers will be distributed to all the ladies as they leave the sanctuary at the end of the worship service.
Weekly Offerings
Offerings and other cash receipts for the week of May 5 were $ 994.00. The cost for each week is $1,330.00 (derived by dividing the annual budget by 52 weeks).
Altar Guild
Jean Eggleston is serving as the Altar Guild person during the month of May.
Coffee Hour
A time of fellowship following the service of worship is held in the social hall. Coffee, juice and refreshments will be served.
Pentecost Sunday
Pentecost Sunday, the birthday of the Christian Church, will be observed on May 19.  It will also be a special Sunday in the life of United Church of Ludlow as the rite of confirmation will be administered to Jakob and Lukas DeArruda. A luncheon in honor of the confirmands will be given by the Deacons following the worship service.  All are invited. Be sure to wear red, the liturgical color of the Day.
Learn to Serve Communion
For the next three months on the first Sunday of the month there will be a "Shadowing Sunday" for those of you who want to learn how to serve communion.  Come see the process of serving communion from start to finish.
If interested, be at the church on Sunday, June 2, at 9:45 am. We have the servers, you will just be watching the process.
Black River Good Neighbor Services Gigantic Spring Rummage Sale
The Annual Spring BRGNS Rummage Sale will be held from May 17 to May 19 at the Fletcher Farm barn. The Friday and Saturday hours are 10 to 4, and the Sunday hours end at 2.
If you have items to donate, please consult the local papers for times and locations. If you wish to volunteer, call Audrey Bridge at 228-3663. Four Church Members work hard on this project and would love to greet and help you during the sale.
New Church Website Content
You will find completely new content on the Church Website: www.unitedchurch.us.  David Hearne has done the design and creation work. We thank him profusely for the extraordinary amount of time he has put into this work.
A committee of three, Fred Marin, Sandra Russo, and Bob Kottkamp, is working with David to make revisions, add new content, open new pages over time, and keep the site current. New elements include a calendar displaying regular meetings and special events and a prayer request page for you to leave information about those in need of support.
Please make use of this new communication tool. Please send suggestions for edits and additions. You can do so by using the Contact Form on the website!
Oral Arguments at the Supreme Court in the Phyllis Agan Suit
Oral appeal arguments in the Phyllis Agan Suit, “Curran vs. The Building Fund of the United Church, et al.”, will be heard by the Vermont Supreme Court on Thursday, May 23, at 11:00 AM in Montpelier. Our attorneys urge us to have as many representatives present as possible. There are 14 defendant Ludlow based nonprofits/charities. Many of us have interests in one or more other organizations beyond the church. Car pooling is suggested. Contact Bob Kottkamp for full logistics and to request a ride or offer to drive: rkottkamp@gmail.com, 228-6282.
 
How to receive frequent updates on Larry Humm’s recuperation
It was evident from questions asked at last Sunday’s service that not all of us are using the website Caring Bridge to receive frequent updates on Larry.
If you are not receiving notifications in your email and would like to receive Dottie’s typically daily reports, here is what to do.
Go to caringbridge.org. Join the site. Your user name is your email address, and you will create a password. Once you are a member, go to the address:  http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/larryhumm . You will be asked for your user name (email address) and password. You will be directed to Larry’s private account. It will ask for his password, which is “skipal” (lower case). This will take you to the posts Dottie put up.
Dottie has received “help” messages from some people having difficulty getting on Larry’s account. Her directions are: 
If when you try the link, you get something about “the certificate is not current” and it gives you a choice to continue (with a warning “not recommended” – click on this anyway; it is the only way a new registrant can get on – it IS safe for this link ONLY.)