Epiphany Sunday

This Sunday, our youth will be distributing "Epiphany Stars"—each one printed with a single, special word. Inspired by the star that led the magi to baby Jesus, this tradition invites you to carry your word with you, noticing how it might guide, nudge, or encourage you through the season of Epiphany—or even throughout the year. Come experience what this beloved annual MiddUCC tradition is all about!

Worship with us every Sunday at 10:00 a.m. All are welcome.

If you'd like to view the service online, the service will also be live-streamed on our youtube and facebook pages.

2025 Giving Deadline

If you have a 2025 Stewardship pledge payment to fulfill, please note the following: 

If mailed, it needs to be postmarked by 12/31/2025. 

• Online payments need to be made by 12/31/2025. 
• A transfer from an IRA or other qualified retirement account needs to be received at the church by 12/31/2025. 
• A gifts of securities must have been transferred into the church's account, also by 12/31/2025. 

Please send questions to treasurer@midducc.org or plannedgiving@midducc.org.

Thank you for your support.

Community Supper Pantry

Friday Night Community Supper has started a pantry shelf of items often requested by our guests, especially those in unstable housing situations. We will welcome donations on the first Sunday of each month, beginning this Sunday, January 4.

Needed Items:

• Blankets (clean; gently used welcome)
• Mylar emergency blankets
• Sleeping bags (clean; gently used)
• Hand & foot warmers
• Socks and gloves
• Small flashlights (with batteries)

Food & Drink (non-perishable)

• Instant oatmeal packets
• Peanut butter (small jars)
• Jelly
• Energy drinks
• Hot chocolate packets
• Shelf-stable milk
• Bottled water (12–16 oz)
• Individual cereal boxes
• High-energy snacks
• Beef jerky or meat sticks (protein)
• Cheese sticks
• Chicken or tuna pouches

Bring your donations to church this Sunday and we'll make sure they reach those in need!

De-greening the church is coming up!

We hope everyone is enjoying the Christmas holidays.

In order to get ready for the Epiphany season, the garlands, interior wreaths and tree need to come down. We would love to have your help on Monday, January 5 at 10:00 a.m. Mark your calendar and hope to see you then!

Any questions you can reach out to Dorothy Douglas at jdmamidd@comcast.net or 802-388-6257.

Sermon Discussion

The JCL Team will host an after-Church discussion of Pastor Andy’s sermon on Sunday, January 11 at 11:30 a.m. in Unity Hall. Andy has not yet divulged his subject, but the sermon promises to address matters that relate to the JCL agenda. We hope you will plan to be there and participate!



JCL Team: Judy Albright, John Emerson, Gary Gillen, Candy McLaughlin, Caitlin Meyers, Andy Nagy-Benson

Parent Playdate

The next Parent Playdate will be held on Saturday, January 10^th from 4-6 p.m. in Fellowship Hall. If you’re a parent with a child ages 0-4, join us for a meal and conversation while your children are cared for in the nursery. Siblings are welcome. Please RSVP to Pastor Elizabeth at elizabeth@midducc.org.

Mark your Calendar

On January 18th at 3 p.m. in Unity Hall, as part of the church's newly formed arts ministry team, Ronnie Romano, Music Director, will share an intimate selection of piano music that makes his heart sing. Composers include Couperin, Beethoven, Liszt, Rachmaninoff, Joplin, Boulanger, and others. Ronnie will share his own personal story with each piece of music and how he came to love the piano so much. This will be a relaxed concert atmosphere, with room here and there for questions and discussion. Believe it or not, Ronnie has never offered a full performance featuring only solo piano music before, ever in his life. You won’t want to miss this exciting first occasion! Sponsored by Art in Unity.

Office Hours

The office will be closed on January 1. We will be back to our regular 9-12 hours M-F starting January 2nd. Happy New Year!