(Adapted from an article by Ian Spier, in keepingadvent.com) We’re approaching Christmas, now with its traditional colors of red and green — which may be a vestige of the “paradise trees” hung with apples (forerunners of the Christmas tree), or perhaps co me from the holly and ivy… Read More »The Colors of Advent
Six years ago, when I was invited to join the Board of Deacons, I readily agreed. Not only was I eager to help the Pastor minister to the Congregation and plan for worship, but I was searching for a way to enrich my own spiritual life. Joining a… Read More »Deacons’ Message, April 2023
Grateful Thoughts to a Loving Church After retiring at the end of July of 2021, I anticipated finally starting to organize our den. The mess in this room is all mine, and dates back to before my father died. Maybe this time I would be able to let go of… Read More »Message from the Deacons
For a New Beginning by John O’Donohue In out-of-the-way places of the heart, Where your thoughts never think to wander, This beginning has been quietly forming, Waiting until you were ready to emerge. For a long time it has watched your desire, Feeling the emptiness growing inside you,… Read More »Message from the Deacons
For the Birds As we approach what I hope to be the end of COVID-19 pandemic isolation, I have been reflecting on how my life and perceptions of it have shifted. Before the pandemic shut the world down, I was living what seems to be a pretty typical life… Read More »Message from the Deacons
God Comments on Lying Robert Maxwell Lying has become big news today because lying is the news. The Washington Post counted 30,573 lies or misleading statements that our former President made while in office for four years. While each of us make small or big lies at time, we probably… Read More »God Comments on Lying
Over the past couple of weeks several volunteers in our church have reached out to front line workers in our church community and beyond by sending cards expressing our gratitude for their work. To date, 84 cards have been sent by 10 volunteers! We would like to continue… Read More »Gratitude with a Fold in It!
Hope for the Future Karin Noyes I recently installed a bird-feeding tree outside our breakfast window – made from a crooked mountain laurel branch. Among its branches I have hung several feeders that get refilled daily. It is a pleasure and a joy to find a “new”… Read More »Message from the Deacons
Dear Friends, I write these words on the morning of Election Day 2020 and in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. I ardently pray that God will watch over our nation and its people and help us return to being our best selves – people who seek unity… Read More »Message from the Deacons, November 2020
In our isolation we miss hearing these words directly, in person. We have come to realize that even momentary, casual contacts – even that sidewalk “how are you?” or comment about the weather, once so commonplace, are now a frayed thread of connection. Alas, though isolated we can… Read More »Message from the Deacons
nOURish BRIDGEPORT, Inc. is a food-centered, volunteer-powered, community-anchored not-for-profit, bringing hope to Bridgeport through direct service programs. In a years-long partnership, members of Salisbury UCC regularly visit nOURish BRIDGEPORT, Inc., helping to prepare and serve meals and carrying our affection and committed support to our neighbors.
The Salisbury Housing Committee creates affordable rental housing; the Salisbury Housing Trust develops affordable housing for ownership. These two groups of volunteers lead our community in advocating on behalf of neighbors who would otherwise be unable to reside in Salisbury because of our skewed housing prices.
Chore Service, Inc.
EXTRAS (Extended Time for Recreational Activities in Salisbury) is a Connecticut state-licensed non-profit housed at Salisbury Central School. The mission of EXTRAS is to provide an affordable, safe and educational environment for school-age children while encouraging positive social, emotional and physical development.
Friends in Service to Humanity of Northwest Connecticut
Greenwoods Counseling & Referrals, Inc.
Hispaniola Health Partners
Housatonic Youth Services Bureau