serving within
our community
In the spirit of acting locally, service to others within our community is an essential part of our congregation’s ministry.
These programs, generously supported by members of the wider community, continue to change lives and expand the definitions of “neighbor” and “community.” Since these programs depend on many volunteers for their success, we encourage involvement not only by church members but also by folks from the wider community.
Red Clover Children's Center
Red Clover Children's Center is a child care center in Middlebury, VT for children ages 6 weeks to 3 years old. Red Clover is housed within The Congregational Church of Middlebury, UCC.
RCCC was founded as an acknowledgement of the child care crisis that impacts the families and children in our community. The intention behind opening RCCC is to provide 24 high quality care and education opportunities to the Addison County community in a way that is equitable and accessible to all.
Visit their website here.
Charter House
Our congregation founded Charter House Coalition (CHC) in 2005 and continues to host and support its programs.
To learn more about Charter House, go to CHC’s website.
friday night Community Supper
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.
The Congregational Church of Middlebury, UCC
2 Main Street, Middlebury
802-388-7634
Ways to Get Involved with Community Supper
1) Volunteer as an individual Server
Whether you can help once or become a regular, your time makes a real difference. The commitment is about 2 hours on a Friday, and the tasks are simple but essential—setting tables, serving food, and tidying up afterward. No experience needed. Sign up today!
2) Volunteer or Sponsor a Meal as an Organization
Are you connected with an organization that would like to sponsor a meal or organize a group to volunteer together? Community supper is truly a community-wide effort, and your organization can make a huge impact while also strengthening your team and having fun. Fill out this form to connect!
3) Show up to a Friday night meal
Community Supper is not JUST about a free meal—it’s about sharing stories, building connections, and creating a space where neighbors become friends. Simply by showing up, you can contribute a great deal to making this a welcoming community for everyone at the table. Pull up a chair and join us, every Friday evening at 5 p.m. in Fellowship Hall.
Table 21
Table 21 is a nonprofit corporation in Middlebury, Vermont that provides grants to local farms, restaurants and small businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. This assistance is made possible by generous donations and is administered by a Board of Directors, led by Rev. Andy Nagy-Benson, senior pastor of The Congregational Church of Middlebury (UCC).
Article from NECN
Other community organizations
