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SUMMARY:Stitching Hope
DESCRIPTION:How can we make the world a better place where everyone has a home? \nSunday\, March 15\, 2026 – 3-5 pm \nFirst UCC Main Sanctuary\n34 West Main Street\, Milford\, CT 06460\n(Parking Lot at 46 West Main Street\, Milford\, CT 06460)\n\nJoin us to help youth and adults who are unhoused in our community.\nTeens welcome!  Kids welcome! Adults welcome!\nWe will be making squares\, representing each unhoused person in our area. We will be teaching how to crochet those squares for those who do not know how.\nThose squares will be assembled into creations to be auctioned to raise money for Beth-El Center to help neighbors on their way HOME.
URL:https://firstchurchofmilford.org/event/stitching-hope/
LOCATION:First UCC Milford\, 34 West Main Street\, Milford\, CT\, 06460\, United States
CATEGORIES:Confirmation,Junior Pilgrim Fellowship,Outreach,Senior Pilgrim Fellowship,Youth Fellowship
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SUMMARY:Gratitude & Grace Dinner Celebrating Pledgers for 2026
DESCRIPTION:Gratitude & Grace DinnerHosted by the Stewardship Ministry \nThe Stewardship Ministry warmly invites you to a Gratitude & Grace Dinner\, an evening of celebration and thanksgiving honoring the generosity of those who have pledged in support of our shared First Church ministry in 2026. \nHaven’t pledged yet? There’s still time! You are welcome to make your 2026 pledge at: https://bit.ly/PledgeCampaign2026 \nJoin us on Saturday\, March 7\, 2026\, in the Fellowship Hall for a relaxed and joyful evening of good food\, meaningful connection\, and heartfelt recognition. The night will begin with appetizers at 6:00 pm\, followed by dinner and recognition at 6:30 pm\, as we pause to give thanks for the faithfulness and commitment that sustain our church’s mission and ministries. \nPlease RSVP by March 1\, 2026 by calling 203-877-4277 or https://bit.ly/GratitudeGraceDinner \nCome celebrate generosity\, community\, and the grace that binds us together. We look forward to sharing this evening with you.
URL:https://firstchurchofmilford.org/event/gratitude-grace-dinner-celebrating-pledgers-for-2026/
LOCATION:First UCC Milford\, 34 West Main Street\, Milford\, CT\, 06460\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260302T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260302T203000
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SUMMARY:Free Lenten Movie Night: The Way
DESCRIPTION:Lenten Movie Night: The Way- RSVP pleaseMonday\, March 2\, 2026 | 6:00 PMFellowship Hall\, First United Church of Christ of Milford34 West Main Street\, Milford\, CT 06460(Parking available at 46 West Main Street) \nMilford\, CT — As part of its Lenten journey\, First United Church of Christ of Milford invites the community to a Lenten Movie Night on Monday\, March 2\, 2026\, at 6:00 pm\, featuring the film The Way. \nHeld in the church’s Fellowship Hall\, this evening offers a relaxed and welcoming space for reflection\, conversation\, and connection. Friends and neighbors are warmly welcome\, and RSVPs are appreciated to help with planning. \nThe Way (PG-13\, 2 hours 3 minutes) is an adventure-comedy drama that follows Tom Avery\, an American father who travels to Spain after the unexpected death of his son. There\, Tom sets out to walk the Camino de Santiago\, the ancient pilgrimage route his son had begun. Along the way\, he meets fellow pilgrims from around the world\, discovering healing\, friendship\, and transformation as he journeys—step by step—toward hope and renewal. The film beautifully explores themes of grief\, pilgrimage\, community\, and the many paths that shape our lives and faith. \nPopcorn will be provided\, and guests are invited to bring snacks to share. \nRSVP: https://bit.ly/TheWayMovieNightFirstUCCMilford
URL:https://firstchurchofmilford.org/event/free-lenten-movie-night-the-way/
LOCATION:First UCC Milford\, 34 West Main Street\, Milford\, CT\, 06460\, United States
CATEGORIES:Worship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T184500
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SUMMARY:Citywide Food Drive & Games for Hunger Planning Meeting
DESCRIPTION:We welcome helpers and leaders to a planning and dessert meeting on Feb 26\, 2026. Here’s the link to sign up: https://bit.ly/MilfordFoodDrivePlanningMeeting \nPlease invite others to join us and have them sign up.
URL:https://firstchurchofmilford.org/event/citywide-food-drive-games-for-hunger-planning/
LOCATION:First UCC Milford\, 34 West Main Street\, Milford\, CT\, 06460\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ministry,Outreach,Senior Pilgrim Fellowship
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T080000
DTSTAMP:20260615T132904
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SUMMARY:Ash Wednesday Imposition of Ashes & Evening Worship
DESCRIPTION:Join on Feb 18\, 2026 for Ash Wednesday. Receive an imposition of ashes 7 AM-8 AM on portico of Main Sanctuary. Gather for a service of prayer\, music and ashes at 6:30 PM in the Main Sanctuary. All are welcome.
URL:https://firstchurchofmilford.org/event/ash-wednesday-imposition-of-ashes-evening-worship/
LOCATION:First UCC Milford\, 34 West Main Street\, Milford\, CT\, 06460\, United States
CATEGORIES:Confirmation,Senior Pilgrim Fellowship,Worship
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SUMMARY:Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a wonderful evening of fellowship and a delicious pancake feast on Shrove Tuesday. This year\, we will gather to participate in the sacred act of shriving. Let’s prepare our hearts for the season of Lent. This year\, we plan to have some cool additions to the evening! Invite your neighbors and family and friends. Thank you for signing up so that we know how many to prepare for. The evening’s donations support the mission trip to New Hampshire. The event is hosted by SrPF & Confirmation. https://bit.ly/PancakeSupper2026
URL:https://firstchurchofmilford.org/event/shrove-tuesday-pancake-supper/
LOCATION:First UCC Milford\, 34 West Main Street\, Milford\, CT\, 06460\, United States
CATEGORIES:Confirmation,Ministry,Senior Pilgrim Fellowship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T150000
DTSTAMP:20260615T132904
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SUMMARY:Homemade Holiday Fair
DESCRIPTION:Details coming!! Save the date for our holiday Fair Nov 22. \nThis year’s event will include craftspeople from the community in addition to our talented church members. \nThe fair includes a Chili Cookoff & Pre-Sale on Friday evening\, November 21. [SIGN UP for Friday evening.]\nSign up to contribute to the Bake Sale. [Sign Up]\nOn Saturday\, November 22\, join us for a slate of crafts classes\, Bake Sale\, family photos\, Santa\, Holiday Raffle\, and all of our craft vendors.\nThe event takes place from 6-8pm on Friday and from 10am-3pm on Saturday. \nHoliday Photography Sessions at First UCC Milford: [Sign Up for a Session]\nSet-up will take place on Friday\, November 21\, from 11am – 5pm.
URL:https://firstchurchofmilford.org/event/homemade-holiday-fair/
LOCATION:First UCC Milford\, 34 West Main Street\, Milford\, CT\, 06460\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T180000
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SUMMARY:Homemade Holiday Fair
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for our holiday Fair Nov. 21 & 22. \nThis year’s event will include craftspeople from the community in addition to our talented church members. \nThe fair includes a Chili Challenge & Pre-Sale on Friday evening\, November 21. [SIGN UP for the Chili Challenge.]\nWe will run a Holiday Bake Sale during the Fair! [SIGN UP to bake/create delicious things.]\nOn Saturday\, November 22\, join us for a slate of crafts classes\, family photos\, Santa\, Holiday Raffle\, and all of our craft vendors.\nThe event takes place from 6-8pm on Friday and from 10am-3pm on Saturday. \nHoliday Photography Sessions at First UCC Milford: [Sign Up for a Session]\nSet-up will take place on Friday\, November 21\, from 11am – 5pm.
URL:https://firstchurchofmilford.org/event/homemade-holiday-fair-2/
LOCATION:First UCC Milford\, 34 West Main Street\, Milford\, CT\, 06460\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ministry,Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T200000
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SUMMARY:Church Chili Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Sign up for the First Church Chili Challenge! https://bit.ly/Firstuccchilichallenge \nChili Challenge is Friday Night of our Homemade Holiday Fair\, Nov. 21. Chili submission fee: $25\, which goes to benefit the church’s ministries. \nGuests are invited on Friday Evening for chili tasting and judging\, first access to the holiday fair\, and great fun with our neighbors! (Tickets for Friday evening= $10) \nIf you know a great chili maker\, encourage them to compete!
URL:https://firstchurchofmilford.org/event/church-chili-challenge/
LOCATION:First UCC Milford\, 34 West Main Street\, Milford\, CT\, 06460\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ministry,Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T140000
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SUMMARY:Steeple Rededication
DESCRIPTION:After November 2nd’s 10:00 AM worship\, First UCC Milford celebrates the renovations of its historic steeple and Meetinghouse. At 11:20 AM\, an all church picture will be taken in front of the building. Then at 11:30 AM\, the official rededication of the steeple will take place with brief remarks and a prayer by Senior Pastor Rev. Adam Eckhart as well as the ringing of the steeple bell.\nImmediately following\, the occasion will be capped off by tours of the inside of the steeple as well as the Sanctuary\, and a reception in our Fellowship Hall. Representatives from the city of Milford\, contractors\, and architects will be present.\nAll are invited to celebrate the history and renewal of Milford’s iconic jewel! No reservations needed. Parking available at 46 West Main Street\, Milford.
URL:https://firstchurchofmilford.org/event/steeple-rededication/
LOCATION:First UCC Milford\, 34 West Main Street\, Milford\, CT\, 06460\, United States
CATEGORIES:Worship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T120000
DTSTAMP:20260615T132904
CREATED:20251002T170430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T170616Z
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SUMMARY:Outreach Ministry - Clothing and Soft Goods Wanted
DESCRIPTION:Drop off Sunday\, October 19th during services or Saturday\, October 25th from 9:00 AM – Noon in the Church Parking Lot.
URL:https://firstchurchofmilford.org/event/clothing-and-soft-goods-wanted/2025-10-25/
LOCATION:First UCC Milford\, 34 West Main Street\, Milford\, CT\, 06460\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T190000
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SUMMARY:Share Our Care - Youth
DESCRIPTION:Milford Youth & beyond! Youth working together change the world! \n\n\n\nJoin us on Sunday evening to make blankets to share with kids/teens who are experiencing illness or trauma. \nRegister your High School Volunteer Youth/Group/Club.\nVolunteer as an adult helper. \nhttps://forms.gle/WJxgqwsLN1d63iHm6 \nQuestions: email: revashleygrant@gmail.com
URL:https://firstchurchofmilford.org/event/share-our-care-youth/
LOCATION:First UCC Milford\, 34 West Main Street\, Milford\, CT\, 06460\, United States
CATEGORIES:Senior Pilgrim Fellowship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T110000
DTSTAMP:20260615T132904
CREATED:20251018T020956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251018T020957Z
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SUMMARY:Outreach Ministry - Clothing and Soft Goods Wanted
DESCRIPTION:Drop off Sunday\, October 19th during services or Saturday\, October 25th from 9:00 AM – Noon in the Church Parking Lot.
URL:https://firstchurchofmilford.org/event/clothing-and-soft-goods-wanted-2/
LOCATION:First UCC Milford\, 34 West Main Street\, Milford\, CT\, 06460\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251006T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251006T190000
DTSTAMP:20260615T132904
CREATED:20250925T170303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250928T211923Z
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SUMMARY:Women of the Bible
DESCRIPTION:Join us this fall for our Women of the Bible study – Mondays 6-7pm\, October 6 through November 10.\nJoin us in discovering what lessons we can learn from women of the Bible as each week we read the story of a different one. \nWe’ll explore what it means to See God like Hagar\, Lead like Deborah\, Pray like Hannah\, have Wisdom like Abigail\, Celebrate like Elizabeth\, and Preach like Mary Magdalene.\nEach session stands alone\, so join us for any and all you can.\nEmail Kelsey DeCarlo to receive reminders each week at faithformationminister@firstchurchofmilford.org or sign up in Fellowship Hall
URL:https://firstchurchofmilford.org/event/women-of-the-bible/
LOCATION:First UCC Milford\, 34 West Main Street\, Milford\, CT\, 06460\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T130000
DTSTAMP:20260615T132904
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SUMMARY:Christmas Pageant 2025 - Auditions!
DESCRIPTION:Christmas Pageant 2025 – Auditions after the 10am service on Sunday\, October 5th! \n  \nThe Christmas Pageant will be during the 10am worship service on Sunday\, December 7th and rehearsals will generally happen after worship on Sundays with a select few rehearsals during Sunday School! \n\nWe have speaking and non speaking roles\, roles that need to be memorized as well as those that do not\, and will have special music this year in addition to favorite Christmas pageant music! \n\nWe hope all our First Church youth will participate in the Christmas Pageant – a chance to learn about the birth of Jesus through sharing the story! 
URL:https://firstchurchofmilford.org/event/christmas-pageant-2025-auditions/
LOCATION:First UCC Milford\, 34 West Main Street\, Milford\, CT\, 06460\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T132904
CREATED:20250925T163143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T163143Z
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SUMMARY:Baking & Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we bake bread for World Communion Sunday and learn about incorporating baking as a form of prayer in our lives. \nOpen to all ages! \nRSVP to Kelsey at kgambleucc@gmail.com or in Fellowship Hall for a sign up! \n 
URL:https://firstchurchofmilford.org/event/baking-prayer/
LOCATION:First UCC Milford\, 34 West Main Street\, Milford\, CT\, 06460\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T170000
DTSTAMP:20260615T132904
CREATED:20250925T163843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T163843Z
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SUMMARY:One Day Teamwork Camp
DESCRIPTION:One Day Teamwork Camp\nRegister your youth here for our one day camp on October 2 (Yom Kippur) when local schools are closed. We will be offering a camp 9am-5pm for K-5th grade campers\, with 6th-8th graders eligible to be Counselors-in-Training for the day with additional responsibility. High schoolers are eligible to receive Volunteer Hours for helping out! \nOur focus for the day is Kindness!\nhttps://bit.ly/Oct2campmilford
URL:https://firstchurchofmilford.org/event/one-day-teamwork-camp/
LOCATION:First UCC Milford\, 34 West Main Street\, Milford\, CT\, 06460\, United States
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