Hillside Community Church

Coffee & Connection
2026-01-11 11:30 - 13:00, 2026-01-18 11:30 - 13:00, 2026-01-25 11:30 - 13:00, 2026-02-01 11:30 - 13:00, 2026-02-15 11:30 - 13:00, 2026-03-01 11:30 - 13:00, 2026-03-08 11:30 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Hillside Community Church, 144 North Street, Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Grab a Bite. Meet Some People.
After worship, hang out for a low-key coffee hour — a chance to share some snacks, sip something warm, and have real conversation with folks you might not have met yet. No pressure, no small talk required (unless you’re into that).
Want to help make it happen? Sign up here to bring snacks, make coffee, or help with cleanup. It’s a simple way to pitch in — and a great excuse to connect.

"Let's Pretend" Potluck
2026-01-11 11:30 - 13:00 | Hillside Community Church, 144 North Street, Medford, MA, 02155, United States
This is a let’s pretend potluck. Everyone brings food, and we collectively agree to pretend that everyone made what they brought. We’re aiming for a mix of appetizers and entrees so the table feels abundant and everyone leaves full. Frozen or premade is not just allowed, it’s encouraged. Think spanakopita, potstickers, stuffed mushrooms, meatballs, mac and cheese trays, enchiladas, curry, lasagna, or anything else that heats up well and feeds people.
The goal is minimal stress and maximum enjoyment. Bring something you like, not something that exhausts you. Warm it, set it out, and enjoy the shared meal. No pressure, no perfection, just good food and good company.

Davis Square Outreach
2026-01-16 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-23 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-30 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-06 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-20 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-27 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-06 15:00 - 16:00 | Hillside Community Church, 144 North Street, Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Join us for our weekly Street Outreach in Davis Square, where we offer socks, snacks, and solidarity to our unhoused neighbors. It’s a small gesture—walking the streets, offering what we can with dignity and warmth—but it makes a real difference.
We’ll meet at 3:00 PM in front of the Davis Square T Station on Holland Street. Before we head out, Rev. Tom will offer a brief introduction to the work—what we’re doing, why it matters, and how to go about it with care. Then we’ll walk a loop through the neighborhood, finishing up by 4:00 or 4:30.
No experience needed. Just bring good shoes, a compassionate heart, and a willingness to show up.
VOLUNTEER WITH THE OUTREACH TEAM

Sunday Morning Worship
2026-01-18 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-01-25 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-02-01 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-02-08 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-02-15 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-02-22 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-03-01 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-03-08 10:30 - 11:30 | Hillside Community Church, 144 North Street, Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Feel the love every Sunday at 10:30am!
Looking for a church that takes faith seriously but not literally? A place where you can breathe, question, laugh, and maybe even find meaning in the chaos? You’re invited to worship with Hillside Community Church – a progressive, inclusive Christian community where curiosity is holy, compassion is central, and nobody pretends to have it all together.
Expect thoughtful messages, good music, real talk, and a community that actually cares. We blend old and new – ancient wisdom and modern vibes – in a laid-back, come-as-you-are environment. Bring your doubts. Bring your coffee. Bring your whole self.
Join Us Onsite
144 North Street, Medford, MA – free street parking, no dress code, all vibes welcome.
Join Us Online
Join us on Zoom
Meeting ID: 862 3424 1417
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Soup-er Bowl Potluck
2026-01-30 08:00 - 17:00 | Hillside Community Church, 144 North Street, Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Winter asks for soup. We are answering.
Join us for a cozy community meal built around big pots of soup, good bread, and shared tables. Bring a soup or a loaf if you can. Come hungry either way. This is not about culinary perfection. It is about warmth, conversation, and the simple pleasure of eating together while winter does its thing outside.
All ages welcome. All soups welcome. Bowls provided. Community guaranteed.

Open Mic Coffee Hour
2026-02-01 11:30 - 13:30 | Hillside Community Church, 144 North Street, Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Open Mic Coffee Hour is exactly what it sounds like. After worship, we’re turning coffee hour into a low stakes open mic. Music, poetry, comedy, short readings, stories, or something wonderfully undefinable. If you’ve got a thing you’ve been wanting to share, this is a friendly room to try it. We’re hoping for five or six short acts to keep things moving and lively.
This is not a talent show and it is not a competition. It’s coffee, community, and creativity in whatever form it takes. Come to perform, come to listen, come to clap enthusiastically. Stay for the caffeine, the courage, and the joy of seeing what your community can do.
If you have an act you’re excited to share, please let us know by filling out this form:
https://hillsidemedford.churchcenter.com/people/forms/1132403

Book Group: Social Change Now
2026-02-05 19:30 - 20:30, 2026-02-19 19:30 - 20:30 | https://us06web.zoom.us/j/9823959325?pwd=[REDACTED]
Social Change Now is a practical, grounded guide for people at every stage of justice work. It introduces ten roles in the social change ecosystem and offers real examples, reflection prompts, and concrete practices you can use right away.
Join us online as we read, reflect, and learn how to stay engaged for the long haul.

Sessions
This first session will cover:

Preface
The Time Is Now
Introducing the Social Change Ecosystem Framework

The second session will cover:

Mapping Social Change Roles

The third session will cover:

For Now, and for the Long Haul

Order Your Copy
Bookshop.org | Barnes & Noble | Amazon
If the cost of the book is prohibitive, just email Rev. Tom at pastor@hillsidemedford.org and we’ll make sure you get a copy!

Soup-er Bowl Potluck
2026-02-08 11:30 - 13:00 | Hillside Community Church, 144 North Street, Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Winter asks for soup. We are answering.
Join us for a cozy community meal built around big pots of soup, good bread, simple salads, and all the things that make soup better — crackers, rolls, and dunkable sides. Bring a soup, a loaf, a salad, or something crunchy if you can. Come hungry either way.
This is not about culinary perfection. It is about warmth, conversation, and the simple pleasure of eating together while winter does its thing outside.
All ages welcome. Bowls provided. Community guaranteed.
Let us know what you’re bringing:
https://www.PerfectPotluck.com/LHJJ2032

Cooking For the Friday Café
2026-02-12 18:30 - 20:30 | Hillside Community Church, 144 North Street, Medford, MA, 02155, United States
The Friday Café is a ministry in Cambridge that welcomes about 120 homeless men and women each week. More than just a meal, it offers clothing, resources, and—most importantly—a peaceful, dignified space for community.
Once a month, our church cooks for the Friday Café. You don’t need to bring food—just bring your hands and your heart, ready to serve. We’ll provide the ingredients, the instructions, and the company. There’s always pizza and good vibes for volunteers as we cook together.
Come be part of this simple but powerful act of love and hospitality.
SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER

Coffee Hour: Board Game Bonanza Edition
2026-02-22 11:30 - 13:00 | Hillside Community Church, 144 North Street, Medford, MA, 02155, United States
After worship, we’ll clear the tables, set out the snacks, and pull out a stack of games for all ages and attention spans. Quick card games. Strategy classics. Party games that get loud in the best way. You’re welcome to bring a favorite from home or jump into whatever has an open seat.
No experience required. No pressure to win. Just an hour of laughing, plotting, bluffing, teaming up, and maybe discovering that the quietest person in the room is a ruthless Settlers trader.
Come for coffee. Stay for the rematch.
