Events Calendar
Upcoming Highlighted Events
Whether you are church shopping for the very first time or a seasoned member, there are so many ways to get involved! Call our church office at 860 4647407 for information about any of our groups or upcoming events.
World Communion Sunday
On October 5th we will celebrate World Communion Sunday, one of the six church-wide offerings. Please make checks payable to UMCGF and note communion on the memo line.
Mental Health Wellness Event
Parents and caregivers of middle school youth are invited to a conversation about mental wellness facilitated by a presenter from NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness). Join us to discuss how we can encourage open conversations around mental health in our homes and with our teens. Practical strategies will be provided. All are welcome in this judgement-free space.
Sept. 30 - held virtually on Zoom
(Please note this is a new date as the original had to be rescheduled)
Please register in advance:
https://forms.gle/vLewTUjKZNcGk8qg8
“Knit/Crochet in Church Sunday”
Last September the Prayer Shawl Ministry introduced “Knit/Crochet in Church Day” based on an annual event, “World Wide Knit in Public Day” which was started in 2005 and occurs the second Saturday of June. It is a public event that occurs throughout the world. Since June is a very busy month, the Prayer Shawl group decided to once again bring all knitters and crocheters together to knit/crochet during a Sunday is September. It is an opportunity to bring to light the many benefits of knitting/crocheting and how we, at UMCGF, continue to provide shawls for those who are, or have been through, a difficult time as well as to baptized children. We have also used our talents to work on special projects over the years. Last year, we knit/crocheted hat, scarves and mittens for St. Vincent De Paul (SVDP) in Norwich. Our plan is to continue with this project during the coming year. We hope that knitters/crocheters will join in this project which will begin this fall with the completed items delivered to SVDP by Christmas. The “Knit/Crochet in Church Day” is scheduled for September 28th during our church service. Everyone who enjoys knitting/crocheting is invited to participate.
2025 Mission Trip, Central Vermont
Our congregation is planning a Mission Trip for July 13-19, 2025, returning to the Central Vermont area, with accommodations at the Covenant Hills Camp. We plan to have a group of 20-25 persons to work on repairs and reconstruction for homes damaged by flooding in 2023 and 2024. We encourage youth to participate. Please note this date in your personal calendars. Registration will be in May and June.
Church Charge Conference
This is a Special Church Conference to elect our leadership for the upcoming term, July 2025 – June 2026. The Conference will take place following the worship service.
Easter Sunday
Join us for our Easter Celebration.
Worship begins at 8am in the Memorial Garden.
Breakfast begins at 8:45am
Choir practice and Sunday school begin at 9:15am.
Worship begins at 10:30am in the sanctuary.
“Egg”citing Treasure Hunt & Coffee Hour following worship
Pathways to the Cross
Walk Pathways to the Cross. This walk offers interactive opportunities among displays of
beautiful art work depicting scenes that led from the Garden of Gethsemane to the Cross.
Holy Thursday 5-7 p.m.
Good Friday 5-7 p.m.
Walk the Labyrinth
Hours:
April 15th -16th: 5-7:30pm
April 17th: 5-7:30pm & 8-8:30pm
April 18th: 12-7pm
Everyone’s experience is different. For most people, a walk on a labyrinth is a sacred journey. Please be respectful of others on their walk. Labyrinths are currently in use in many parts of the country in churches, hospitals, and parks. Many people pray while on the path. We wish for all a meditative, peaceful, and rewarding experience.
Walk the Labyrinth
Hours:
April 15th -16th: 5-7:30pm
April 17th: 5-7:30pm & 8-8:30pm
April 18th: 12-7pm
Everyone’s experience is different. For most people, a walk on a labyrinth is a sacred journey. Please be respectful of others on their walk. Labyrinths are currently in use in many parts of the country in churches, hospitals, and parks. Many people pray while on the path. We wish for all a meditative, peaceful, and rewarding experience.
Pathways to the Cross
Walk Pathways to the Cross. This walk offers interactive opportunities among displays of
beautiful art work depicting scenes that led from the Garden of Gethsemane to the Cross.
Holy Thursday 5-7 p.m.
Good Friday 5-7 p.m.
Lenten Bible Study Via Zoom
Our lenten bible study will be every Wednesday night finishing April 16th. The study will be using Adam Hamilton’s book “The Lord’s Prayer: The Meaning and Power of the Lord’s Prayer Jesus Taught.”
Walk the Labyrinth
Hours:
April 15th -16th: 5-7pm
April 17th: 5-7pm & 8-8:30pm
April 18th: 12-7pm
Everyone’s experience is different. For most people, a walk on a labyrinth is a sacred journey. Please be respectful of others on their walk. Labyrinths are currently in use in many parts of the country in churches, hospitals, and parks. Many people pray while on the path. We wish for all a meditative, peaceful, and rewarding experience.
Walk the Labyrinth
Hours:
April 15th -16th: 5-7pm
April 17th: 5-7:30pm & 8-8:30pm
April 18th: 12-7pm
Everyone’s experience is different. For most people, a walk on a labyrinth is a sacred journey. Please be respectful of others on their walk. Labyrinths are currently in use in many parts of the country in churches, hospitals, and parks. Many people pray while on the path. We wish for all a meditative, peaceful, and rewarding experience.
Lenten Bible Study Via Zoom
Our lenten bible study will be every Wednesday night finishing April 16th. The study will be using Adam Hamilton’s book “The Lord’s Prayer: The Meaning and Power of the Lord’s Prayer Jesus Taught.”
Women's Book Study: “The Promise and Power of Easter” by Lisa Harper and Christine Caine
Beginning on March 13, at 10:00 a.m. we will have a 4 week study using the book “The Promise and Power of Easter” by Lisa Harper and Christine Caine. Zoom is available for anyone traveling. This is the LAST Women’s Bible Study until the fall. For more information email Heather Rowley, or the church office. All are invited to attend.
Lenten Bible Study Via Zoom
Our lenten bible study will be every Wednesday night finishing April 16th. The study will be using Adam Hamilton’s book “The Lord’s Prayer: The Meaning and Power of the Lord’s Prayer Jesus Taught.”
Women's Book Study: “The Promise and Power of Easter” by Lisa Harper and Christine Caine
Beginning on March 13, at 10:00 a.m. we will have a 4 week study using the book “The Promise and Power of Easter” by Lisa Harper and Christine Caine. Zoom is available for anyone traveling. This is the LAST Women’s Bible Study until the fall. For more information email Heather Rowley, or the church office. All are invited to attend.