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All members of standing Boards and Committees should attend this meeting on Mon., June 4 at 7pm in the Sanctuary. This includes those beginning their terms, those continuing their terms and those ending their terms. It is a time of sharing, learning and planning. At this meeting Chairpersons will be selected, meeting times chosen, and…

An Art Show entitled Peace is on display in the J. E. Room. Participating artists are Jeannene Booher, Bob Doerr, John McKinstry, John Kingston, Olga Schwede, and Terry Wise. Thanks to our church artists for their wonderful contributions and sharing these spirited creative gifts of art with us. The show will be continuing through the…

Our Annual Meeting is a time of remembrance, celebration and dedication.  A major focus of this meeting is to celebrate the work of our Boards, Committees, and Officers and to elect new leadership for the congregation. We will meet immediately following worship.

WEAR RED!! We will celebrate the coming of the Holy Spirit on Pentecost Sunday, May 20th.  While the church and the clergy will be dressed in red as usual, this year we invite EVERYONE to find some red and put it on – be creative – let the SPIRIT run wild!! Come and See!

Everyone who is contemplating joining this church is encouraged to attend this interactive class.  We will share faith stories, talk about this church and the UCC, discuss what membership means (and what it doesn’t) and describe the process. Membership in the United Church of Christ is an important part of our life together.  We see…

Save the Date! The Growth and Fellowship Committee cordially invites you to attend the annual All-Church Birthday Party following the service on Sunday, April 29th, in the JE Room. There will be CAKES galore (provided by the church’s own talented bakers). There will also be a family-style potluck lunch. We ask that those with last…

This year’s Holy Week services and opportunities bring us into the story of what happened between the joy of Palm Sunday and the joy of Easter Sunday.  Through worship, fellowship and prayer these events remind us of the great brokenness of the world and the even greater love of God.  If you have participated in…

On Sat., April 28 at 5pm, come hear the Stockbridge Festival Chorus as it presents O Nata Lux by Morten Lauridsen; Ubi Caritas by Maurice Duruflé and Dona Nobis Pacem by Ralph Vaughan Williams. Performers include Andrea Bargabos, mezzo soprano; John Demler, baritone; Karen Lavoie and Richard Stanmeyer, trumpets; Bailey Forfa and Deane Prouty, percussion.…

Join us on Sat., April 7th at 7pm for a Music On Main Concert–Swingin’ Jazz, Smokey Blues, and a Touch of Twang–featuring JoAnne Redding and Robert Kelly. Rob & Red entertain with piano, guitar, and vocals, for an evening you will not want to miss! Desserts will be served during the performance and are included with…

We offer a wide variety of ways to find meaning in these days that remember the week between the triumphant entrance of Jesus into Jerusalem and his trial, death and resurrection Maundy Thursday – March 29 Good Friday Worship – March 30 Easter Sunrise – 6:30 a.m. (light breakfast to follow) – April 1 Easter…

The readings and sermons in Lent will introduce us to people who are part and parcel of the journey of Jesus. Following worship beginning on Feb. 18 and ending on April 8, everyone is invited to gather from 11:30 – 12:15 to explore those characters in greater depth. Studying these people should be fun as it…

The theater improvisation group, The Whitdiots, will be performing on Sat., Feb. 10 at 7 pm at the First Congregational Church of Stockbridge. The performance features Hana Kenny and Christopher Brophy from last year’s Berkshire Home Companion, plus Catherine Schane-Lydon, who is improvising music with the group. Suggested general admission is $20, seniors and students…

This simple and reflective service begins our forty-day journey. In quiet candlelight, we pray, sing, share communion and have the chance to mark ourselves with ashes remembering who we are and to whom we belong. (For those unable to come to evening worship, ashes will be available both at Morning Prayer and from Noon until…

Immediately following worship, we will gather for our annual budget meeting to review the finances of last year and to approve the budget for the coming year. Please plan to attend as we conduct this important business of the church. Questions? Please contact Treasurer, Chuck Gillett or Moderator, Deb McMenamy.

On Jan. 28, 2018 at 11:15am in the sanctuary, members of the Church are invited to an informational meeting to discuss the Norman Rockwell Museum’s interest in acquiring the Old Town Hall building and property that is owned by the Church. The Norman Rockwell Museum would like to renovate the building for use as a…

Worship and Pastoral Care Jan. 2018 While Pastor Brent is away for the next few weeks, we have arranged for worship leadership and pastoral care. If you need to get in touch with Brent, please contact the Church Office and Nancy can assist you. Here is the schedule for worship leadership and pastoral care while…

With the urging of Vicky Cooper, the Mission and Action committee made promoting literacy a goal this year for the Christmas Giving Tree. With every gift tag on the tree, we asked for a book to go along with it. What follows is information about Jólabókafló∂…Yule Book Flood (pronounced yo-la-bok-a-flot) is a holiday tradition in…

The Church Office and Building will be closed from December 25-December 29.  Staff will be away on vacation and there are no scheduled committee meetings. While there will be a couple of events taking place at the church (including Wednesday yoga), in general we will be giving the building a rest too! While Pastor Brent…

The 2017 Holly Fair was one of the most successful ever. We netted over $6600! Thanks to all of you who contributed baked goods, donated to Grandma’s Attic, knitted and sewed, helped with set-up and take-down, worked at the Fair, and to all who came and shopped. Every cent we earned will be distributed in…

Christmas Eve Morning Pageant, Sun., Dec. 24 10:00 a.m. We finish our Advent preparations with an inter-generational pageant that joins the angels, shepherds, magi, farmers and people of Bethlehem who are likewise getting ready. Parts for children and adults are available and all who want are invited to join in costume and participate. The morning…