As some of you may know, the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) and our congregation have been talking a lot about what it means to “Meet the Moment,” in the face of everything that’s happening around and within us all. At General Assembly (GA) 2026, which was all virtual this year, I volunteered for our business … Continue reading Reflections on Meeting the Moment – pt. 1
UCM “Board Briefing” ~ June 10, 2026 The UCM Governing Board extends a warm ‘thank you’ to Board President Jeremy Beaudry. Jeremy has guided the Board through the long-term strategic visioning process. In the fall of 2026, the UCM Board will focus on developing strategic intentions and meaningful actions that are aligned with this vision … Continue reading UCM “Board Briefing” ~ June 10, 2026
June Community Pouch is Youth Choice June 7 ~ Camp Free to Be is the Middle School Youth choice The mission of ourCamp Free to Beis to bring youth of color into nature and provide opportunities for connection, healing and joy. Our camp will serve up to 50 Vermont youth for five days of sleeping in … Continue reading June Community Pouch is Youth Choice
2026 Annual Meeting Warning & Agenda May 17, 2026, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM, UCM Sanctuary & Online Welcome Review protocols for hybrid in-person/virtual meeting Confirm Quorum Election of meeting moderator Approve Agenda Chalice Lighting, In Memoriam, Overview of Church year Approval of Minutes from 2025 Annual Meeting (May 18, 2025) Update from the … Continue reading 2026 Annual Meeting Warning & Agenda
Dear Members of the Unitarian Church of Montpelier, On behalf of all of us at Good Beginnings, I want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your generous support through the Community Pouch Program. Your gift helps ensure that families navigating the tender, often overwhelming early days of parenthood don’t have to do it alone. We … Continue reading Thank You From Good Beginnings, 2026
Old Books – Unitarian Church of Montpelier Offered to the Congregation, April 17, 2026 Books Remaining after the “Great Giveaway” of April 5, 2026. Books with authors are listed first; then books without authors Bewer, J. A. (1933). The literature of the Old Testament. New York: Columbia University Press. Channing, W. H., (1882). The life … Continue reading Books Remaining after the “Great Giveaway” of April 5, 2026
Old Books – Unitarian Church of Montpelier Offered to the Congregation, April 5, 2026 The books described below have belonged to UCM for many decades. They have recently been kept in the Records Room near the Chapel. Not seeing the need or value to continue owning them – we contacted Harvard Divinity School, the … Continue reading Old Books Available at UCM – April 2026
Dear UCM families and friends, Every week, I am amazed by how our Spiritual Exploration team shows up, bringing their creativity and care, acting as stewards of our faith tradition, and keeping the flame of the chalice burning bright for future generations. It truly is nothing short of amazing. So to our Spiritual Exploration team, … Continue reading Spring 2026 Spiritual Exploration Letter
Dear UCM community, During the worship service on March 15, a community member shared troubling statements regarding the operation of the overnight shelter hosted at UCM during the joys and concerns portion of the service. First, we want to acknowledge that what was shared may have been upsetting for many reasons, including personal traumas individuals … Continue reading Letter from Board and Executive Team, March 17, 2026
Difficult Relationships Discussion with Lay Pastoral Care Sunday, February 22, 2026 – 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM Are you a parent with an adult child who is estranged from you? Or, even if not estranged, do you have a difficult relationship with your adult child? This situation is more common than many people realize. Unfortunately, … Continue reading Difficult Relationships Discussion with Lay Pastoral Care
