(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
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
For those who were with us in church on Sunday, July 5th (Zooming, that is) or were able to watch on YouTube, you already know how wonderful it is to welcome Samuel Kalcheim as our Transitional Music Director. He also shared a Midday Music & Meditation last Friday,… Read More »Message from the Moderator
“If you are neutral in situations of injustice, you have chosen the side of the oppressor.” Those words, written over 30 years ago by Archbishop Desmond Tutu, remind us that indifference can never bridge the divide of hate. And, today, they should serve as a call to action… Read More »LGBTQ Organizations Unite to Combat Racial Violence
Dear Friends, In the continuing upheaval and anguish that grip our psyches and communities what are we to do, and how are we to be, as followers of Christ? Pray the names of the slain, with respect and with grief and with rage at the moral monstrosity of… Read More »A message from Pastor John on our response to racist violence
Deacon’s Message for March, submitted by Jennifer Good As this past winter was an odd one, we are all battling to keep healthy by cleaning everything, eating well, and exercising. Taking some extra supplements helps too! This past month made me think how we do not always thank the… Read More »Deacon’s Message for March
Click to read..The Meeting House Times Weekly February 5, 2020 Edition
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
