112 Main Street Derby Line, VT 05830
1uuderbyline@gmail.com
(802) 873-3563
Sunday Service 10:00 am
January 6, 2019
Worship Speaker-ilene elliot
Service Associate-Nicole Gratton, Musician-Julianna Matthews, Greeter-Kathy Ketchum
Title - Journaling to Joy
Bio - For almost 30 years ilene has nurtured her own journaling practice while
facilitating journaling workshops and retreats for others. She describes
journaling as a tool for self-awareness and self-discovery, a way to grow in
relationship with self. “The more you know who you are, the better everything
is”
Topic– Private journaling is powerful and worthwhile. The added dynamic and energy of writing in a
group can provide validation, encouragement, support, and new insight. No experience is necessary.
Bring a journal or notebook if you have one. Participants will be introduced to handwritten journaling strategies and techniques that can be incorporated into daily life.
***Should the speaker be unable to come, the alternate service would be The Life and Lessons of Fred Rogers.
January 13, 2019
Worship Speaker– James Merriam, Musicians– Chris Nicotera and Heather Webster
Greeter-Karen Hennig
Title – The Star at its Rising
Bio - James Merriam serves as the senior pastor of the United Church of Newport, and a graduate of the Pacific School of Religion in Berkeley, California. He is a native of the Northeast Kingdom and an avid skier, sailor, and biker. He lives in Newport with his wife Kendall, 12 chickens, and 1 very fluffy cat.
Topic –The mixed up emotions of Christmas are nothing new. In that mix of feelings, both old and new, there is much to learn about culture, faith, and interfaith relations. Let us see what the season post Christmas can teach us about all that is possible.
Worship Speaker– James Merriam, Musicians– Chris Nicotera and Heather Webster
Greeter-Karen Hennig
Title – The Star at its Rising
Bio - James Merriam serves as the senior pastor of the United Church of Newport, and a graduate of the Pacific School of Religion in Berkeley, California. He is a native of the Northeast Kingdom and an avid skier, sailor, and biker. He lives in Newport with his wife Kendall, 12 chickens, and 1 very fluffy cat.
Topic –The mixed up emotions of Christmas are nothing new. In that mix of feelings, both old and new, there is much to learn about culture, faith, and interfaith relations. Let us see what the season post Christmas can teach us about all that is possible.
January 20, 2019
Worship Speaker– Gloria Bruce
Service Associate-Nancy Engels, Musician–Janice Luce
Greeter-Lisa Erwin
Title – Newport, VT-A Small Town with Big Potential and Possibility
Bio-Gloria Bruce is the executive director of the Newport Downtown
Development Corporation, a non-profit community organization working to revitalize, preserve, and promote historic downtown Newport as a strong and resilient economic hub. She has been involved in community and economic
development in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom for over a decade and has particular strength and expertise in destination development and economic development in relation to the tourism sector. Gloria has extensive experience in product and workforce analysis and enhancement and in brand
development, deployment, and measurement. She has an M.S. in Management and Leadership, a B.S. in Corporate and Organizational Communication, and an A.S. in Travel and Tourism. Gloria resides in West
Charleston with her husband Jonathan, daughter Ryleigh, and many furry family members.
Topic – Newport had its glory days, back in the early 1900’s. But where is Newport now? After many decades of despair, loss of economy, and stagnant development and growth, Newport is taking a turn toward the future. Gloria will discuss where Newport is headed as it begins to take steps toward progress and possibility.
Worship Speaker– Gloria Bruce
Service Associate-Nancy Engels, Musician–Janice Luce
Greeter-Lisa Erwin
Title – Newport, VT-A Small Town with Big Potential and Possibility
Bio-Gloria Bruce is the executive director of the Newport Downtown
Development Corporation, a non-profit community organization working to revitalize, preserve, and promote historic downtown Newport as a strong and resilient economic hub. She has been involved in community and economic
development in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom for over a decade and has particular strength and expertise in destination development and economic development in relation to the tourism sector. Gloria has extensive experience in product and workforce analysis and enhancement and in brand
development, deployment, and measurement. She has an M.S. in Management and Leadership, a B.S. in Corporate and Organizational Communication, and an A.S. in Travel and Tourism. Gloria resides in West
Charleston with her husband Jonathan, daughter Ryleigh, and many furry family members.
Topic – Newport had its glory days, back in the early 1900’s. But where is Newport now? After many decades of despair, loss of economy, and stagnant development and growth, Newport is taking a turn toward the future. Gloria will discuss where Newport is headed as it begins to take steps toward progress and possibility.
January 27, 2019
Worship Speaker-Nicole Gratton
Musicians– Janice Luce, Greeter-Douglas Bouchard
Title – What does “Welcoming Congregation” mean in Twenty Nineteen?
Bio - Nicole is First Universalist Parish Fellowship Associate. Her work includes contacting and scheduling superb speakers, promoting FUP in the larger community, and creating events that bond and bridge. She is a mother, wife, hiker, biker, Nordic skier, appreciator of the orchestra, and future planner.
Topic – In the 90’s FUP was acknowledged as a Welcoming Congregation, a place where individuals who identified as GLTBQA would be welcomed just as they are. Being welcoming means striving for radical inclusion, and creating spaces that honor every part of our identities, backgrounds, and experiences.
However the work is never done. In 2015, the UUA unveiled the Welcoming Congregations renewal program. What does being a Welcoming Congregation mean in Twenty Nineteen?
Worship Speaker-Nicole Gratton
Musicians– Janice Luce, Greeter-Douglas Bouchard
Title – What does “Welcoming Congregation” mean in Twenty Nineteen?
Bio - Nicole is First Universalist Parish Fellowship Associate. Her work includes contacting and scheduling superb speakers, promoting FUP in the larger community, and creating events that bond and bridge. She is a mother, wife, hiker, biker, Nordic skier, appreciator of the orchestra, and future planner.
Topic – In the 90’s FUP was acknowledged as a Welcoming Congregation, a place where individuals who identified as GLTBQA would be welcomed just as they are. Being welcoming means striving for radical inclusion, and creating spaces that honor every part of our identities, backgrounds, and experiences.
However the work is never done. In 2015, the UUA unveiled the Welcoming Congregations renewal program. What does being a Welcoming Congregation mean in Twenty Nineteen?
Our fellowship hall is the perfect venue for your meeting place or special occasion
To reserve please print and mail or complete our online application
To reserve please print and mail or complete our online application
The mission of First Parish is to sustain a safe home for our spiritual growth and to support each other as we put our beliefs and principles into action.
1st Principle: The inherent worth and dignity of every person
