Last night the Waterbury Laundromat was chock full. There was not a machine that wasn't spinning or tumbling or churning. About half of those were guests invited there by our Laundry Love initiative. Deb Utton and I were pleased with how smooth it ran and are looking forward to inviting the rest of you to…
Laundry Love
Laundry Love began as a church group working with the homeless in California after a conversation with a homeless man revealed that if he had clean clothes people might treat him like a human. Big problem. Simple solution: offer to do his laundry. This has become a movement. I heard about it from the Barre…
People Helping People by Walking on Good Friday
A member of our congregation, Cathy Shires, has been walking on Good Friday for the past 28 years, to raise money for organization called Sharing , Inc. She walks 20 miles and appreciates sponsors for the walk, as well as companions along the way. The walk was started by Kay Doherty 46 years ago after…
Food Shelf — Dogs vs. Cats
Dogs are just simple happy creatures, taking pleasure in just about everything. Cats have to finesse everything and are critical about their conditions, their owners, dogs, etc -- or so the stereotype goes. Deb Utton, who is the food shelf coordinator volunteer, is having a contest to see who can bring in more food for the…
Invitation from Bethany Church to El Salvador!
Are you interested in a meaningful global connection? It could begin with a trip to El Salvador! Bethany UCC in Montpelier has had a relationship of friendship and solidarity with a community in El Salvador for nearly 26 years! We're planning a week-long trip this summer and invite YOU to consider joining us. The…