North Pomfret Congregational Church, United Church of Christ INC.

06/10/2026

June 10, 2026

Hello North Pomfret Church community and friends,
As the school year comes to an end, many children will no longer have daily access to breakfast and lunch. A good old PB&J remains a nutritious and easy to prepare option for kids. Our focus donation to the Haven this month is jams and jellies. Can you help by bringing a few jars to church in the coming weeks?

Blessings and peace,
Pastor Rhonda

** What’s happening at North Pomfret Church **

North Pomfret Church Sunday worship at 10AM at the church. Respiratory illnesses abound this time of year. Please feel free to mask in the sanctuary, according to your own threshold for safeguarding your health, and to protect the health of those around you. Audio recordings of recent scripture readings and sermons are posted on our website: https://www.vtnorthpomfretchurch.com/

Deacons The deacon’s receive donations on the first Sunday of every month for local benevolence. Thank you for your generosity in supporting your neighbors.

Missions Collection -
If you didn’t have a chance to donate to the Strengthen the Church special offering last month, it’s not too late! Donations are still being accepted at NPC.
The focus Haven donation category for the month of June is jams and jellies. And of course, our church is continually accepting other non-perishable food items. Thank you in advance for your generosity.

Weekly Bible Study - The weekly Bible Study group meets via Zoom on Tuesdays at 6:00pm. The lectionary scriptures for the upcoming Sunday are explored and discussed. Contact the church office if you’d like to be added to the Zoom invite list.
The Revised Common Lectionary scripture passages for the next few Sundays are:
June 14
- Genesis 18:1-15, (21:1-7) and Psalm 116:1-2, 12-19
- Exodus 19:2-8a and Psalm 100
- Romans 5:1-8
- Matthew 9:35-10:8, (9-23)
June 21
- Genesis 21:8-21 and Psalm 86:1-10, 16-17
- Jeremiah 20:7-13 and Psalm 69:7-10, (11-15), 16-18
- Romans 6:1b-11
- Matthew 10:24-39
June 28
- Genesis 22:1-14 and Psalm 13
- Jeremiah 28:5-9 and Psalm 89:1-4, 15-18
- Romans 6:12-23
- Matthew 10:40-42
July 5
- Genesis 24:34-38, 42-49, 58-67 and Psalm 45:10-17 or Song of Solomon 2:8-13
- Zechariah 9:9-12 and Psalm 145:8-14
- Romans 7:15-25a
- Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30

06/03/2026

June 3, 2026

Hello North Pomfret Church community and friends,
At North Pomfret Church we celebrate the sacrament of communion on the first Sunday of each month. Our congregation comes from a variety of backgrounds and different experiences of church. Therefore communion carries a different personal meaning for each of us. But it is something that we also cherish in common. Whoever you are and wherever you are on your faith journey, we welcome you to join us.

Blessings and peace,
Pastor Rhonda

** What’s happening at North Pomfret Church **

** PLEASE BE AWARE OF ROAD CLOSURES THIS SUNDAY
FOR THE COVERED BRIDGE HALF MARATHON,
AND PLAN YOUR ROUTE TO CHURCH ACCORDINGLY **

North Pomfret Church Sunday worship at 10AM at the church. Respiratory illnesses abound this time of year. Please feel free to mask in the sanctuary, according to your own threshold for safeguarding your health, and to protect the health of those around you. Audio recordings of recent scripture readings and sermons are posted on our website: https://www.vtnorthpomfretchurch.com/

Deacons The deacon’s receive donations on the first Sunday of every month for local benevolence. Thank you for your generosity in supporting your neighbors.

Missions Collection -
The focus donation category for the month of May was canned goods. Thank you for your contributions to this ministry. Stay tuned for updates about our focus collection in June. And of course, our church is continually accepting other non-perishable food items, which will also be delivered to the Haven. Thank you in advance for your generosity.

Weekly Bible Study - The weekly Bible Study group meets via Zoom on Tuesdays at 6:00pm. The lectionary scriptures for the upcoming Sunday are explored and discussed. Contact the church office if you’d like to be added to the Zoom invite list.
The Revised Common Lectionary scripture passages for the next few Sundays are:
June 7
- Genesis 12:1-9 and Psalm 33:1-12
- Hosea 5:15-6:6 and Psalm 50:7-15
- Romans 4:13-25
- Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26
June 14
- Genesis 18:1-15, (21:1-7) and Psalm 116:1-2, 12-19
- Exodus 19:2-8a and Psalm 100
- Romans 5:1-8
- Matthew 9:35-10:8, (9-23)
June 21
- Genesis 21:8-21 and Psalm 86:1-10, 16-17
- Jeremiah 20:7-13 and Psalm 69:7-10, (11-15), 16-18
- Romans 6:1b-11
- Matthew 10:24-39
June 28
- Genesis 22:1-14 and Psalm 13
- Jeremiah 28:5-9 and Psalm 89:1-4, 15-18
- Romans 6:12-23
- Matthew 10:40-42

05/28/2026

May 28, 2026

Hello North Pomfret Church community and friends,
May 31st is the last Sunday of this month. We hope you will join us as we gather around the table for an informal worship service with scripture, prayer, conversation, and nourishment. We welcome every voice and perspective as we discern together how best to follow the Way of Jesus in our complicated modern world.

Blessings and peace,
Pastor Rhonda

** What’s happening at North Pomfret Church **

North Pomfret Church Sunday worship at 10AM at the church. Respiratory illnesses abound this time of year. Please feel free to mask in the sanctuary, according to your own threshold for safeguarding your health, and to protect the health of those around you. Audio recordings of recent scripture readings and sermons are posted on our website: https://www.vtnorthpomfretchurch.com/

Deacons The deacon’s receive donations on the first Sunday of every month for local benevolence. Thank you for your generosity in supporting your neighbors.

Missions Collection -
The focus donation category for the month of May is canned goods.And of course, our church is continually accepting other non-perishable food items, which will also be delivered to the Haven. Thank you in advance for your generosity.

Weekly Bible Study - The weekly Bible Study group meets via Zoom on Tuesdays at 6:00pm. The lectionary scriptures for the upcoming Sunday are explored and discussed. Contact the church office if you’d like to be added to the Zoom invite list.
The Revised Common Lectionary scripture passages for the next few Sundays are:
May 31 - Trinity Sunday
- Genesis 1:1-2:4a
- Psalm 8
- 2 Corinthians 13:11-13
- Matthew 28:16-20
June 7
- Genesis 12:1-9 and Psalm 33:1-12
- Hosea 5:15-6:6 and Psalm 50:7-15
- Romans 4:13-25
- Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26
June 14
- Genesis 18:1-15, (21:1-7) and Psalm 116:1-2, 12-19
- Exodus 19:2-8a and Psalm 100
- Romans 5:1-8
- Matthew 9:35-10:8, (9-23)
June 21
- Genesis 21:8-21 and Psalm 86:1-10, 16-17
- Jeremiah 20:7-13 and Psalm 69:7-10, (11-15), 16-18
- Romans 6:1b-11
- Matthew 10:24-39

05/20/2026

May 20, 2026

Hello North Pomfret Church community and friends,
Strengthen the Church (STC) is one of five special mission offerings that we receive each year at North Pomfret Church to support the wider settings of our UCC denomination. This is how we live into our covenant with other churches like ours, to maintain a faithful presence and serve our communities. You can learn more about STC from this video by clicking here. We will receive this year’s Strengthen the Church offering at our May 24th service.

Blessings and peace,
Pastor Rhonda

** What’s happening at North Pomfret Church **

Memorial Service for Betty Stetson - May 23rd at 2:00pm
Betty joined the saints on Monday, May 11th. Our prayers are with her family and all who loved her.

North Pomfret Church Sunday worship at 10AM at the church. Respiratory illnesses abound this time of year. Please feel free to mask in the sanctuary, according to your own threshold for safeguarding your health, and to protect the health of those around you. Audio recordings of recent scripture readings and sermons are posted on our website: https://www.vtnorthpomfretchurch.com/

Deacons The deacon’s receive donations on the first Sunday of every month for local benevolence. Thank you for your generosity in supporting your neighbors.

Missions Collection -
The focus donation category for the month of May is canned goods.And of course, our church is continually accepting other non-perishable food items, which will also be delivered to the Haven. Thank you in advance for your generosity.

Weekly Bible Study - The weekly Bible Study group meets via Zoom on Tuesdays at 6:00pm. The lectionary scriptures for the upcoming Sunday are explored and discussed. Contact the church office if you’d like to be added to the Zoom invite list.
The Revised Common Lectionary scripture passages for the next few Sundays are:
May 24 - Pentecost
- Acts 2:1-21 or Numbers 11:24-30
- Psalm 104:24-34, 35b
- 1 Corinthians 12:3b-13 or Acts 2:1-21
- John 20:19-23 or John 7:37-39"
May 31 - Trinity Sunday
- Genesis 1:1-2:4a
- Psalm 8
- 2 Corinthians 13:11-13
- Matthew 28:16-20
June 7
- Genesis 12:1-9 and Psalm 33:1-12
- Hosea 5:15-6:6 and Psalm 50:7-15
- Romans 4:13-25
- Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26
June 14
- Genesis 18:1-15, (21:1-7) and Psalm 116:1-2, 12-19
- Exodus 19:2-8a and Psalm 100
- Romans 5:1-8
- Matthew 9:35-10:8, (9-23)

05/15/2026

We have lost a faithful and beloved member of our congregation. There will be a memorial service for Betty at 2:00pm on May 23rd at North Pomfret Church.

View Elizabeth "Betty" Stetson's obituary, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

05/13/2026

May 13, 2026

Hello North Pomfret Church community and friends,
Please join us this Sunday in welcoming lay preacher Rosemarie Atwood once again, as she continues to provide monthly pulpit supply at North Pomfret Church. Rosemarie was a long time, very active member of NPC before moving away from the community. We are honored to have one of our own leading worship and reflecting on God’s word in our midst.

Blessings and peace,
Pastor Rhonda

** What’s happening at North Pomfret Church **

Memorial Service for Betty Stetson - May 23rd at 2:00pm
Betty joined the saints on Monday, May 11th. Our prayers are with her family and all who loved her.

North Pomfret Church Sunday worship at 10AM at the church. Respiratory illnesses abound this time of year. Please feel free to mask in the sanctuary, according to your own threshold for safeguarding your health, and to protect the health of those around you. Audio recordings of recent scripture readings and sermons are posted on our website: https://www.vtnorthpomfretchurch.com/

Deacons The deacon’s receive donations on the first Sunday of every month for local benevolence. Thank you for your generosity in supporting your neighbors.

Missions Collection -
The focus donation category for the month of May is canned goods.And of course, our church is continually accepting other non-perishable food items, which will also be delivered to the Haven. Thank you in advance for your generosity.

Weekly Bible Study - The weekly Bible Study group meets via Zoom on Tuesdays at 6:00pm. The lectionary scriptures for the upcoming Sunday are explored and discussed. Contact the church office if you’d like to be added to the Zoom invite list.
The Revised Common Lectionary scripture passages for the next few Sundays are:
May 17 - Seventh Sunday of Easter
- Acts 1:6-14
- Psalm 68:1-10, 32-35
- 1 Peter 4:12-14; 5:6-11
- John 17:1-11
May 24 - Pentecost
- Acts 2:1-21 or Numbers 11:24-30
- Psalm 104:24-34, 35b
- 1 Corinthians 12:3b-13 or Acts 2:1-21
- John 20:19-23 or John 7:37-39
May 31 - Trinity Sunday
- Genesis 1:1-2:4a
- Psalm 8
- 2 Corinthians 13:11-13
- Matthew 28:16-20
June 7
- Genesis 12:1-9 and Psalm 33:1-12
- Hosea 5:15-6:6 and Psalm 50:7-15
- Romans 4:13-25
- Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26

05/06/2026

May 6, 2026

Hello North Pomfret Church community and friends,
Mother’s Day weekend is upon us once again. Mothering is fierce and tender work borne with patience and strength. Of course one day each year is not enough to honor and celebrate all those who fill a mothering role in our lives. So let us thank God everyday for the people who have nurtured and encouraged us, corrected and redirected us, defended and protected us. And let us also hold space for those who, for many painful reasons, may be struggling with by the reminders of this day.

Blessings and peace,
Pastor Rhonda

** What’s happening at North Pomfret Church **

North Pomfret Church Sunday worship at 10AM at the church. Respiratory illnesses abound this time of year. Please feel free to mask in the sanctuary, according to your own threshold for safeguarding your health, and to protect the health of those around you. Audio recordings of recent scripture readings and sermons are posted on our website: https://www.vtnorthpomfretchurch.com/

Deacons The deacon’s receive donations on the first Sunday of every month for local benevolence. Thank you for your generosity in supporting your neighbors.

Missions Collection -
The focus donation category for the month of May is canned goods.And of course, our church is continually accepting other non-perishable food items, which will also be delivered to the Haven. Thank you in advance for your generosity.

Weekly Bible Study - The weekly Bible Study group meets via Zoom on Tuesdays at 6:00pm. The lectionary scriptures for the upcoming Sunday are explored and discussed. Contact the church office if you’d like to be added to the Zoom invite list.
The Revised Common Lectionary scripture passages for the next few Sundays are:
May 10 - Sixth Sunday of Easter
- Acts 17:22-31
- Psalm 66:8-20
- 1 Peter 3:13-22
- John 14:15-21
May 17 - Seventh Sunday of Easter
- Acts 1:6-14
- Psalm 68:1-10, 32-35
- 1 Peter 4:12-14; 5:6-11
- John 17:1-11
May 24 - Pentecost
- Acts 2:1-21 or Numbers 11:24-30
- Psalm 104:24-34, 35b
- 1 Corinthians 12:3b-13 or Acts 2:1-21
- John 20:19-23 or John 7:37-39
May 31 - Trinity Sunday
- Genesis 1:1-2:4a
- Psalm 8
- 2 Corinthians 13:11-13
- Matthew 28:16-20"

04/29/2026

April 29, 2026

Hello North Pomfret Church community and friends,
Our first Sunday in May occurs this weekend. Please join us as we share in the sacrament of communion. Whoever you are, and wherever you are on life’s journey, you are welcome at North Pomfret Church.

Blessings and peace,
Pastor Rhonda

** What’s happening at North Pomfret Church **

North Pomfret Church Sunday worship at 10AM at the church. Respiratory illnesses abound this time of year. Please feel free to mask in the sanctuary, according to your own threshold for safeguarding your health, and to protect the health of those around you. Audio recordings of recent scripture readings and sermons are posted on our website: https://www.vtnorthpomfretchurch.com/

Deacons The deacon’s receive donations on the first Sunday of every month for local benevolence. Thank you for your generosity in supporting your neighbors.

Missions Collection -
The focus donation category for the month of April is pet food and pet treats. Non human companions provide great comfort to people who are struggling or lonely. Smaller packages of food and treats are preferred because they are more convenient for the Haven to share with multiple clients. And of course, our church is continually accepting other non-perishable food items, which will also be delivered to the Haven. Thank you in advance for your generosity.

Weekly Bible Study - The weekly Bible Study group meets via Zoom on Tuesdays at 6:00pm. The lectionary scriptures for the upcoming Sunday are explored and discussed. Contact the church office if you’d like to be added to the Zoom invite list.
The Revised Common Lectionary scripture passages for the next few Sundays are:
May 3 - Fifth Sunday of Easter
- Acts 7:55-60
- Psalm 31:1-5, 15-16
- 1 Peter 2:2-10
- John 14:1-14
May 10 - Sixth Sunday of Easter
- Acts 17:22-31
- Psalm 66:8-20
- 1 Peter 3:13-22
- John 14:15-21
May 17 - Seventh Sunday of Easter
- Acts 1:6-14
- Psalm 68:1-10, 32-35
- 1 Peter 4:12-14; 5:6-11
- John 17:1-11
May 24 - Pentecost
- Acts 2:1-21 or Numbers 11:24-30
- Psalm 104:24-34, 35b
- 1 Corinthians 12:3b-13 or Acts 2:1-21
- John 20:19-23 or John 7:37-39

04/22/2026

April 22, 2026

Hello North Pomfret Church community and friends,
It’s Breakfast Church time again. Please join us for an informal worship service gathered around the table. We will share in scripture, song, prayer, and yummy snacks. Everyone is welcome.

Blessings and peace,
Pastor Rhonda

** What’s happening at North Pomfret Church **
No ZOOM Worship This Sunday

North Pomfret Church Sunday worship at 10AM at the church. Respiratory illnesses abound this time of year. Please feel free to mask in the sanctuary, according to your own threshold for safeguarding your health, and to protect the health of those around you. Audio recordings of recent scripture readings and sermons are posted on our website: https://www.vtnorthpomfretchurch.com/

Deacons The deacon’s receive donations on the first Sunday of every month for local benevolence. Thank you for your generosity in supporting your neighbors.

Missions Collection -
The focus donation category for the month of April is pet food and pet treats. Non human companions provide great comfort to people who are struggling or lonely. Smaller packages of food and treats are preferred because they are more convenient for the Haven to share with multiple clients. And of course, our church is continually accepting other non-perishable food items, which will also be delivered to the Haven. Thank you in advance for your generosity.

Weekly Bible Study - The weekly Bible Study group meets via Zoom on Tuesdays at 6:00pm. The lectionary scriptures for the upcoming Sunday are explored and discussed. Contact the church office if you’d like to be added to the Zoom invite list.
The Revised Common Lectionary scripture passages for the next few Sundays are:
April 26 - Fourth Sunday of Easter
- Acts 2:42-47
- Psalm 23
- 1 Peter 2:19-25
- John 10:1-10
May 3 - Fifth Sunday of Easter
- Acts 7:55-60
- Psalm 31:1-5, 15-16
- 1 Peter 2:2-10
- John 14:1-14
May 10 - Sixth Sunday of Easter
- Acts 17:22-31
- Psalm 66:8-20
- 1 Peter 3:13-22
- John 14:15-21
May 17
Seventh Sunday of Easter
- Acts 1:6-14
- Psalm 68:1-10, 32-35
- 1 Peter 4:12-14; 5:6-11
- John 17:1-11

04/15/2026

April 15, 2026

Hello North Pomfret Church community and friends,
This Sunday we welcome Rosemarie Atwood to the pulpit once again. Please plan to attend and hear her thoughtful reflections on the scriptures for this week. Everyone is welcome.

Blessings and peace,
Pastor Rhonda

** What’s happening at North Pomfret Church **
No ZOOM Worship This Sunday

North Pomfret Church Sunday worship at 10AM at the church. Respiratory illnesses abound this time of year. Please feel free to mask in the sanctuary, according to your own threshold for safeguarding your health, and to protect the health of those around you. Audio recordings of recent scripture readings and sermons are posted on our website: https://www.vtnorthpomfretchurch.com/

Deacons The deacon’s receive donations on the first Sunday of every month for local benevolence. Thank you for your generosity in supporting your neighbors.

Missions Collection -
The focus donation category for the month of April is pet food and pet treats. Non human companions provide great comfort to people who are struggling or lonely. Smaller packages of food and treats are preferred because they are more convenient for the Haven to share with multiple clients. And of course, our church is continually accepting other non-perishable food items, which will also be delivered to the Haven. Thank you in advance for your generosity.

Weekly Bible Study - The weekly Bible Study group meets via Zoom on Tuesdays at 6:00pm. The lectionary scriptures for the upcoming Sunday are explored and discussed. Contact the church office if you’d like to be added to the Zoom invite list.
The Revised Common Lectionary scripture passages for the next few Sundays are:
April 19 - Third Sunday of Easter
- Acts 2:14a, 36-41
- Psalm 116:1-4, 12-19
- 1 Peter 1:17-23
- Luke 24:13-35
April 26 - Fourth Sunday of Easter
- Acts 2:42-47
- Psalm 23
- 1 Peter 2:19-25
- John 10:1-10
May 3 - Fifth Sunday of Easter
- Acts 7:55-60
- Psalm 31:1-5, 15-16
- 1 Peter 2:2-10
- John 14:1-14
May 10 - Sixth Sunday of Easter
- Acts 17:22-31
- Psalm 66:8-20
- 1 Peter 3:13-22
- John 14:15-21