from the Rev. Micah Busey of Judson Memorial Church, NYC: A Tiny Prayer (for those learning about the U.S.-Israel attacks on Iran): May we not meet this news as passively pessimistic observers but as energized witnesses assured that every life is sacred and that empire-addled attacks are never pathways to… Read More »A Tiny Prayer
Dear Church Family: I am still feeling overwhelmed with gratitude and love from the beautiful and heartfelt reception last Sunday! I really don’t have words to describe what it was like to feel the love that I have for this place, and everyone in it, reciprocated in such… Read More »From Jenn Oberto, Church Administrator
(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
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Our Green Team has guided the church in a big project to make our buildings more energy efficient — and while those big projects are important, there’s plenty we can do at home to care for God’s creation. Here is a list of products that church friends have… Read More »Earth Day: Resources to Care for Creation
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