WELCOME!
Whoever you are, and wherever you may be on your journey, you are welcome here.
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We're glad you landed here and we hope that it will be the start of a colorful relationship.
We hope that it will be a relationship that will begin with you getting to know us, and lead toward us getting to know you. At the Belchertown United Church of Christ (BUCC) we believe that the stuff of faith is found in community; folks working and laughing and crying and singing and worshiping together, making a difference in the world. If that's a good place to start, click the TICKET below and let the ride begin! |
CHURCH HAPPENINGS
Worship - Sundays at 9:30am
Communion is celebrated on the first Sunday of each month.
We practice an open table. All are Welcome!
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
HAVE A SAFE AND PEACE FILLED SUMMER!
SERVICE SUNDAY, Sunday, August 18, Brian Kruse has volunteered to lead a
“Quick Service” followed by some work around the Parish House and
fellowship. Dress for Church ready to do work and get dirty. Bring
something to share and we can have a Potluck Picnic afterwards. There’s
plenty to do.
Volunteer Sunday Worship Leaders are needed for 8/4 and 8/25 - and
beyond. Those who have led in the past will be pleased to provide guidance,
direction and assistance. Please contact the church office, Tom Shattuck or
any Deacon or Council member to place your name on the schedule.
AUGUST 24 – ANNUAL TAG SALE FUNDRAISER –Donations to BUCC for our
annual Tag Sale are now being accepted at the Parish House. As always be
thoughtful about what you donate. If you wouldn’t buy it, don’t donate it.
No car seats and no helmets. Drop off hours between 9 and 2 Tuesday
through Friday or after Service on Sundays only.
SAVE THE DATE – SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, NOON TO 7PM, SOAAR 5K
ROAD RACE/WALK AND MUSIC FESTIVAL to benefit local recovery services
will take place on the Belchertown Common. The Festival will feature live
music, family friendly activities and more. For info visit SOAAR online or on
their Facebook page.
Helping Hands Cupboard Food Distribution
Every Third Thursday of the month (4pm-7pm) - Join us downstairs in the Parish House for our monthly distribution, as we can always use an extra set of helping hands! For more details please contact Bob Stephens (bstephenshome@gmail.com or 860 558-6351).
Sunday Rides
If you would be able to provide a ride for people without vehicles on the occasional Sunday, or if you need a ride to church, please contact a Deacon (see below).
Deacons of the Month
Please feel free to contact the Deacons about membership, hospital or shut-in visitation or for other spiritual concerns. Deacons: Tom Shattuck (tshattuck@charter.net)
OPPORTUNITIES FOR MINISTRY!
DIRECTOR OR CO-DIRECTORS OF OUR HELPING HANDS FOOD PANTRY
This is a very rewarding volunteer position which serves an essential need in our community. For an opportunity to serve God, and help your neighbor. This would be a wonderful position for two to fill as a team, please contact bstephenshome@gmail.com or (413) 461-1321.
FROM THE CHURCH OFFICE:
CHURCH OFFICE HOURS: 9am-2pm, Tues through Fri
Belchertown United Church of Christ
18 Park St., P.O. Box 603, Belchertown, MA
Church office email: belchertownucc@yahoo.com
Website: www.belchertownucc.org “Friend” us on Facebook: Belchertown
