The United Church of Hinesburg, with roots in the American Baptist, United Church of Christ and United Methodist churches, welcomes visitors and participants from all faith backgrounds into our community. You do not need to be an official member of the congregation to attend services or volunteer with our social service programs.
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September 2019 Events
Wednesday, September 4th & Wednesday, September 18th ~ 12:30pm - 2pm ~ Our knitting/crocheting group will meet in the Parish Hall to work on our projects together and enjoy some fellowship time. Bring your project, new or old, or simply bring yourself. All are welcome - including beginners! Sunday, September 8th ~ Homecoming Sunday; The choir returns to worship and the Sunday School program year begins with a One Room Schoolhouse project for Grandparent's Day. After church, join us for a brunch where families will have the opportunity to mingle with one another, complete the registration paperwork for our 2019-20 Sunday School year and ask any questions about the program. We hope to see you there! Sunday, September 15th ~ 11:15am ~ Practicing God-talk meets after church; This month, we will be reading “Your Neighbor Lives Next Door” by Chico Fajardo-Heflin found at: https://www.plough.com/en/topics/community/intentional-community/your-neighbor-lives-next-door. Our discussion will focus on the reading, technology, and how we connect to those around us. All are welcome! Friday, September 27th ~ 5:30-7:00pm ~ Open Table Diner free community dinner hosted by the Midnight Riders 4H. The menu will feature crockpot mac and cheese, chili or lasagna with salads, drinks and desserts. Donations are accepted but not expected. Saturday, September 28th ~ 11:00am-3:00pm ~ The Hinesburg Fall Festival is back this year and will be taking place at the United Church of Hinesburg! There will be music, crafts, children's events, food trucks, historical displays, pumpkins, scarecrows, etc. We are asking vendors of local crafts, fruits, vegetables, baked goods etc. to bring their own table and tent, set up between 10am-11am and plan to stay until 3pm. We are also asking $20 for each vendor to help offset cost. We will have chairs for vendors as well as seating for those who would like to take a break from the activities and enjoy the energy, music, or a bite to eat. Interested vendors should contact Sarita Baker at sdbaker@gmavt.net or the church office. Saturday, September 28th ~ 6:00pm ~ The Stone Soup Supper is put on each year by the Hinesburg Land Trust (HLT) and features a menu of salads, soups, and sweet treats prepared with the bountiful harvest of local farmers and gardeners. The proceeds from the Supper benefit the Hinesburg Food Shelf which serves the towns of Hinesburg, St. George, Huntington, Monkton, Shelburne, and Charlotte. Tickets are available in advance or at the door. Adults $10; children $5; children under 5 are free. Sunday, September 29th ~ United Church of Hinesburg Centennial Celebration; 100 years ago, the Baptist, Methodist and Congregational churches joined together to form the United Church during a period of population decline in Hinesburg. There have been many changes through the years, but the idea of unity through diversity continues strong today. Come to this special worship service on the 29th at 10am and festivities afterward to celebrate 100 years of faithful service. Sunday, September 29th ~ 3:00pm ~ Hinesburg Friends of Families presents the No Strings Marionette Company's puppet show "Wasabi, A Dragon's Tale" in the Parish Hall. This event is free of charge. |
Phone
802-482-3352 Mailing address PO Box 39 Hinesburg, VT 05461 Physical address 10570 Route 116 Hinesburg, VT 05461 Office Hours Monday - Thursday 9:00am - 12:00pm Click here for Sunday's Readings
Youth Program
Fall 2018 - Youth groups meet each Sunday October 14th - November 11th. The middle school meetings (grades 5-7) are from 5:00pm - 6:30pm and the high school meetings (grades 8-12) are 6:00pm - 7:30pm. An overlapping dinner from 6:00pm - 6:30pm is designed to gather everyone for fellowship. Sunday School
Sunday School is offered for children K-7 during the academic school year. Nursery care is provided for children from birth through pre-K during the Sunday service. We are a "Safe Church". |