Clothes Needed for the 2026 Utterly Unbelievable Clothing and Boutique Sale
The sale will be on November 13 & 14. We’re accepting donations of clean clothes in good condition (no stains or tears) until November 8 at the church. This includes jerseys, shirts, sweaters, outerwear, dresses, 2-piece outfits and accessories of jewelry, hats, scarves, gloves, belts.
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A Sample of Our Adult Programs
UUCB Mindfulness Meditation Group
Wednesdays from 9:30-11:00am - Meeting RoomParticipants of all levels are welcome; no special equipment or clothing required. During the summer (June-August) the group is self-led by group members. From September-May the group is led by Bob Johansen, a former parish minister and long-time meditator, who provides a mix of guided and silent ... (continued)
For more info, email Bob Johansen
Vespers
Wednesdays 6pm (Beginning October 7) - On Zoom OnlyJoin Rev. Amy each week for
a simple service of music and readings meant to soothe our souls and nourish
our spirits.
This 30-minute offering provides time to be together in the quiet of
contemplation around a different theme each week using songs and poetry, story
and silence.
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RE & Children’s Programs
Our first step is our mandatory Family Orientation, which will take place Sunday, October 18, at 11:30am. During this session, we'll meet one another, review the curriculum, answer questins, discuss expectations, and talk about how families can support their children throughout this program.
After that, sessions will run Sunday afternoons, once a month, through April, and we also will have a sleepover at the church in February.
For more info: Email to Register or Ask Questions
Church News
Pastor's Message
Posted on: Saturday, September 5, 2026 Dear UUCB,
This month we’ll talk about “Courage”. Of course, when I hear the word courage I can’t help but think about fear. I don’t believe they are opposites. I believe we’ve all learned by now that courage is something we choose, it’s behavioral. It’s something we show in spite of fear, in the face of it. The opposite of fear then, isn’t courage…but maybe its acceptance, not in the giving up, I can’t change it kind of way…but in the it is what it is and I will do what I can kind of way. What is courage to you? What is the antidote to fear? Why can some people behave bravely and others can’t? Maybe we’ll dive into some o ... (continued)
Community Actions
Family Harbor House Needs Volunteers
Led by the Midcoast Maine Homeless Coalition (MMHC), Family Harbor House opened on January 3, 2026, accepting its first family into the transitional housing facility in 2,200 square feet of space at Belfast United Methodist Church. Family Harbor House provides housing, nutrition, and support for 3 or 4 families at a time, using a mix of hired staff, volunteers, and community partners. With the support of local volunteers at the site, there is support for the families at night.
Next Public Events
The Belfast Resistance Faire
Saturday, October 10, 2026Time: 1pm - 5pm — Location: Sanctuary
Cost: Free
The Volta, at the Belfast Poetry Festival
Friday, October 16, 2026Time: 6:30 - 7:30pm — Location: Sanctuary
UU Principles
