Ministries

Committee of the Whole/Leadership Circle Meeting
All are welcome!  Gather onsite @ 458 High Street or Gather online!

Here's the Agenda and Ministry Updates for this 3/2/2023 Meeting

Sanctuary UCC Annual Meeting voted to implement a Committee of the Whole Model of Governance; wherein all members and partners of Sanctuary UCC are now "elected" to do the work of the Leadership Circle. Here is the Mission and Ministry Plan that will guide that work this year.

Did you miss last month's meeting? Here's where you can find minutes from previous meetings. (https://medfordchurch.org/minutes/)

Here's the Recurring Agenda:

1. Create an agenda at the beginning of the meeting (so bring your ideas) as we seek to implement the 2022.2023 Mission and Ministry Plan;
2. Elect officers (Moderator, Vice Moderator, Clerk);
3. Review day/schedule/time going forward for the Comm of the Whole meeting.

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CONTACT: Rev. Kate Layzer, Director

EMAIL: kate@thefriday.cafe

Go to the Connection Hub for access to this week's electronic worship bulletin/hymns/prayer wall and more.

For more about this Sunday's Worship Theme - check out the Hillside website for the current worship series.

Sanctuary and Hillside worship together every Sunday. You are welcome to attend the service onsite @ Hillside Community Church, 144 North Street, Medford (Vax & masks expected) or online via Zoom or facebook live. 

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A to Z Secret Ingredient Potluck!! 

Get assigned a letter from A to Z for your secret ingredient and make a recipe that includes it! 


For example, Foods that Start with Z include Ziti or Zest! 
Foods that start with Q include Quail, Quinoa, Quince.  
Pull a letter and get to googling! For example, here are 17 Foods that Start with Z! 
Will we get all 26?

Pull a letter out of the hat at church or write for your "assignment" via Rev. Tom's email).


Got Your Letter? Here's the Potluck Signup!!  Please let us know what you will bring.

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Following worship, we will enjoy a potluck community meal to which all are welcome.  Bring a friend!!

If you are able - please bring a nonperishable food item for the micro pantry ministry.

The Outdoor Church is a church for chronically homeless men and women in Cambridge, MA.
Every Sunday afternoon, a team of volunteers distributes sandwiches, juice boxes, socks, and toiletries around Harvard and Central Squares in Cambridge.

If you are interested in or have questions volunteering, please contact Rev. Tom at pastor@hillsidemedford.org.

Our Whole Lives (OWL) Gr. 5/6 Program

For Details, Registration, and Schedule

Sanctuary UCC and Hillside Community Church are proud to offer to the wider community Our Whole Lives (OWL), a comprehensive sexuality education class for 8th and 9th graders. The program equips teens of all genders with accurate, age-appropriate information and skills to help them lead sexually healthy, positive, and responsible lives. Grounded in a holistic view of sexuality, OWL addresses a wide range of topics including puberty, body image, relationships, social media/internet, sexual orientation, gender identity, sexually transmitted infections, contraceptives, and cultural influences on sexuality. 

OWL is secular in content and contains no religious doctrine*. 

Our Whole Lives (OWL) Gr. 8/9 Program

For details, full schedule, and registration

Sanctuary UCC and Hillside Community Church are proud to offer to the wider community Our Whole Lives (OWL), a comprehensive sexuality education class for 8th and 9th graders. The program equips teens of all genders with accurate, age-appropriate information and skills to help them lead sexually healthy, positive, and responsible lives. Grounded in a holistic view of sexuality, OWL addresses a wide range of topics including body image, relationships, social media/internet, sexual orientation, gender identity, sexually transmitted infections, contraceptives, pornography, and cultural influences on sexuality. 

OWL is secular in content and contains no religious doctrine*. 

Sign Up with the Friday Cafe Here.

Friday Cafe offers opportunities for in-person volunteers on Fridays, to serve the meal and help distribute clothing. Vaccination and masks are required, and doors and windows are open for ventilation, so bundle up! Please visit our online signup if you would like to volunteer in-person.

Sign Up with the Friday Cafe Here.

Friday Cafe offers opportunities for in-person volunteers on Fridays, to serve the meal and help distribute clothing. Vaccination and masks are required, and doors and windows are open for ventilation, so bundle up! Please visit our online signup if you would like to volunteer in-person.

CONTACT: Rev. Kate Layzer, Director

EMAIL: kate@thefriday.cafe

Go to the Connection Hub for access to this week's electronic worship bulletin/hymns/prayer wall and more.

For more about this Sunday's Worship Theme - check out the Hillside website for the current worship series.

Sanctuary and Hillside worship together every Sunday. You are welcome to attend the service onsite @ Hillside Community Church, 144 North Street, Medford (Vax & masks expected) or online via Zoom or facebook live. 

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Join us for a nosh and get connected with conversation, conviviality, and cool people.

Sign up here to help with coffee hour! Bring the simple snacks , setup/make the coffee & help with clean up!

The Outdoor Church is a church for chronically homeless men and women in Cambridge, MA.
Every Sunday afternoon, a team of volunteers distributes sandwiches, juice boxes, socks, and toiletries around Harvard and Central Squares in Cambridge.

If you are interested in or have questions volunteering, please contact Rev. Tom at pastor@hillsidemedford.org.

Our Whole Lives (OWL) Gr. 5/6 Program

For Details, Registration, and Schedule

Sanctuary UCC and Hillside Community Church are proud to offer to the wider community Our Whole Lives (OWL), a comprehensive sexuality education class for 8th and 9th graders. The program equips teens of all genders with accurate, age-appropriate information and skills to help them lead sexually healthy, positive, and responsible lives. Grounded in a holistic view of sexuality, OWL addresses a wide range of topics including puberty, body image, relationships, social media/internet, sexual orientation, gender identity, sexually transmitted infections, contraceptives, and cultural influences on sexuality. 

OWL is secular in content and contains no religious doctrine*. 

Our Whole Lives (OWL) Gr. 8/9 Program

For details, full schedule, and registration

Sanctuary UCC and Hillside Community Church are proud to offer to the wider community Our Whole Lives (OWL), a comprehensive sexuality education class for 8th and 9th graders. The program equips teens of all genders with accurate, age-appropriate information and skills to help them lead sexually healthy, positive, and responsible lives. Grounded in a holistic view of sexuality, OWL addresses a wide range of topics including body image, relationships, social media/internet, sexual orientation, gender identity, sexually transmitted infections, contraceptives, pornography, and cultural influences on sexuality. 

OWL is secular in content and contains no religious doctrine*. 

The Arts and Inspiration Team plans programs and activities associated with Faith and Film; the Sanctuary Art Gallery, including receptions and reflections with the artist; and other art programs. All are welcome.

The Minutes for last month's February 16, 2023 team meeting are here.
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Friday Cafe offers opportunities for in-person volunteers on Fridays, to serve the meal and help distribute clothing. Vaccination and masks are required, and doors and windows are open for ventilation, so bundle up! Please visit our online signup if you would like to volunteer in-person.

Sign Up with the Friday Cafe Here.

Friday Cafe offers opportunities for in-person volunteers on Fridays, to serve the meal and help distribute clothing. Vaccination and masks are required, and doors and windows are open for ventilation, so bundle up! Please visit our online signup if you would like to volunteer in-person.

CONTACT: Rev. Kate Layzer, Director

EMAIL: kate@thefriday.cafe

Go to the Connection Hub for access to this week's electronic worship bulletin/hymns/prayer wall and more.

For more about this Sunday's Worship Theme - check out the Hillside website for the current worship series.

Sanctuary and Hillside worship together every Sunday. You are welcome to attend the service onsite @ Hillside Community Church, 144 North Street, Medford (Vax & masks expected) or online via Zoom or facebook live. 

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Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 831 8255 3314 
Passcode: 236134

Join us for a nosh and get connected with conversation, conviviality, and cool people.

Sign up here to help with coffee hour! Bring the simple snacks , setup/make the coffee & help with clean up!

The Outdoor Church is a church for chronically homeless men and women in Cambridge, MA.
Every Sunday afternoon, a team of volunteers distributes sandwiches, juice boxes, socks, and toiletries around Harvard and Central Squares in Cambridge.

If you are interested in or have questions volunteering, please contact Rev. Tom at pastor@hillsidemedford.org.

Our Whole Lives (OWL) Gr. 5/6 Program

For Details, Registration, and Schedule

Sanctuary UCC and Hillside Community Church are proud to offer to the wider community Our Whole Lives (OWL), a comprehensive sexuality education class for 8th and 9th graders. The program equips teens of all genders with accurate, age-appropriate information and skills to help them lead sexually healthy, positive, and responsible lives. Grounded in a holistic view of sexuality, OWL addresses a wide range of topics including puberty, body image, relationships, social media/internet, sexual orientation, gender identity, sexually transmitted infections, contraceptives, and cultural influences on sexuality. 

OWL is secular in content and contains no religious doctrine*. 

Our Whole Lives (OWL) Gr. 8/9 Program

For details, full schedule, and registration

Sanctuary UCC and Hillside Community Church are proud to offer to the wider community Our Whole Lives (OWL), a comprehensive sexuality education class for 8th and 9th graders. The program equips teens of all genders with accurate, age-appropriate information and skills to help them lead sexually healthy, positive, and responsible lives. Grounded in a holistic view of sexuality, OWL addresses a wide range of topics including body image, relationships, social media/internet, sexual orientation, gender identity, sexually transmitted infections, contraceptives, pornography, and cultural influences on sexuality. 

OWL is secular in content and contains no religious doctrine*. 

Please deliver to screened-in porch at 254 Arlington St, Medford by noon Today. 


Please email or text notification of delivery. to Julie.

Questions or need a pick up of donations?
Julie R.  <heronjulie@yahoo.com>
Charlene C. <ccarle44@gmail.com>


NUTRITIONAL TEEN BACKPACK LIST;

• Mac N Cheese Singles
• Individual packages of: Cookies, Chips, Pretzels, Fruit snacks, Granola bars
• Fruit cups
• Soup cups 
• Juice Boxes

REGULAR  PANTRY LIST:

• Pasta
• Tomato Sauce
• Pasta Mixes
• Rice side dishes (except Rice-a-Roni)
• Stove top stuffing
• Instant mashed potatoes
• Jelly (plastic jars)
• Chicken broth
• Soups or Cup-a-Soup
• Sleeves of Crackers (Ritz, Saltines)
• Vegetable oil
• Canned fruits and veggies
• Canned meats
• Granola and Power Bars
• Cereals
• Ready-to-Eat Meals (stew, Boyardee, etc.)
• Mayonnaise (small jars)

Various toiletries are also appreciated.

Sign Up with the Friday Cafe Here.

Friday Cafe offers opportunities for in-person volunteers on Fridays, to serve the meal and help distribute clothing. Vaccination and masks are required, and doors and windows are open for ventilation, so bundle up! Please visit our online signup if you would like to volunteer in-person.

Sign Up with the Friday Cafe Here.

Friday Cafe offers opportunities for in-person volunteers on Fridays, to serve the meal and help distribute clothing. Vaccination and masks are required, and doors and windows are open for ventilation, so bundle up! Please visit our online signup if you would like to volunteer in-person.

CONTACT: Rev. Kate Layzer, Director

EMAIL: kate@thefriday.cafe