"I will put my teaching in their minds and write it on their hearts..."
Jeremiah 31:33
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Below are the weekly programs. Brief descriptions of these weekly programs are on our website.
Clickable links are in blue, underlined, and italicized.
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SUNDAY Choir Practice, Starts Sept. 28
Contact Tom Ludwig, if interested. Practice is 9-10am on Sundays before worship.
| | Below are the upcoming non-weekly events on the calendar happening at McFarland UCC for about the next month. All events are on the McFarland UCC calendar with Zoom links and additional information in the details/description area. Click the event on the McFarland UCC calendar to see the details. | | |
Saturday, September 27, 9:00 - 11:00 pm, Befrienders Orientation Class (In person & Online), Multipurpose Room
Tuesday, September 30, 6:30 - 8:00 pm, Rescheduled Social Justice Collective Meeting (In person & Online), Multipurpose Room, NO meeting Oct 7
Wednesday, October 1, 6:30 - 8:00 pm, Befrienders Class (In person & Online), Multipurpose Room
Sunday, October 5, Communion and Birthday Sunday, Neighbors in Need Collection
Sunday, October 5, 5:30 - 7:00 pm, Teen Meeting, Multipurpose Room
Wednesday, October 8, 6:30 - 8:00 pm, NO Befrienders Class, encourage attendance of Contemplative Service
Wednesday, October 8, 6:30 - 7:30 pm, Contemplative Service with Prayers for Healing (In person & Online), Sanctuary
Thursday, October 9, 6:00 - 8:00 pm, SaLT Monthly Meeting (In person & Online), Multipurpose Room
Wednesday, October 15, 6:30 - 8:00 pm, Befrienders Class (In person & Online), Multipurpose Room
Thursday, October 16, 6:30 - 8:00 pm, Presentation - "How UCC Mission Partners Bring Hope to the Holy Land," Sanctuary
Wednesday, October 22, 6:30 - 8:00 pm, Befrienders Class (In person & Online), Multipurpose Room
Wednesday, October 25, 6:30-8:30 pm, Bad River Documentary Movie Screening, Sanctuary
Wednesday, October 29, 6:30 - 8:00 pm, Befrienders Class (In person & Online), Multipurpose Room
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Thank you to this weekend's volunteers!
Greeters/Ushers: Dawn Cogger
Hospitality Hosts: Lynn Belleau, Judy Hogan
Worship Leads: Teen Ministry
| | Resolve to get involved at McFarland UCC! Volunteer on Sunday. Join a ministry such as Social Justice Collective, Creation Care, Befrienders Care Team, SaLT, Youth ministry, Building & Ground Team, or others. Find out more by clicking here. | | |
News at McFarland UCC
Note: Clickable links are blue, underlined, and italicized.
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Yummy Comes to MUCC!
September begins our relationship with Just Bakery, a branch of Just Dane. Just Bakery is a training program for people with different barriers to employment, such as homelessness and previous incarceration. The program teaches a variety of skills, and participants can even earn up to 15 credits towards a Culinary degree at Madison College! MUCC GETS TO BENEFIT, TOO!
Starting Sunday, September 21st, Just Bakery will sell delicious baked goods in the fellowship hall after worship service. This will be ongoing, every other third Sunday of the month. They offer sweet and savory items, as well as vegan and gluten-free options. Payment accepted is cash, card, check, and (sometimes) Venmo. If you discover a favorite, you can make a request ahead of time. Hope that everyone enjoys this fun, connective, and, yes, YUMMY new opportunity for our community! Any questions, ask Amy Cavi!
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Sound Bath - Chakra Balance and Affirmations
Sept 21, 1-3 pm
Judy Taber has a connection with Karen Jedele and helped coordinate this opportunity.
What is a Sound Bath?
A sound bath is a meditative experience where participants lie down or sit comfortably while sounds and vibrations from various instruments are played. These instruments can include singing bowls, gongs, chimes, drums, and other harmonic tools. The term "bath" implies that the participants are immersed in the sounds, allowing the vibrations to wash over them, promoting relaxation, stress reduction, and sometimes even spiritual or emotional healing. The intention is to create a therapeutic environment where individuals can let go of tension, quiet their mind, and enter a state of deep relaxation or meditation. Click here to register.
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Next Befrienders Class Offering
Beginning September 27
Submitted By Jean Duchrow
The Befrienders will be offering a new set of classes starting with a September 27 orientation from 9:00-11:00am. Six classes will be held on Wednesday nights from 6:30-8:00 beginning on October 1. (We will not meet on the second Wednesday of each month, so those wishing to attend the healing service may do so.)
Zoom is always an option for these classes.
The Classes will cover:
- Recognizing Our Gifts
- Cancer and Life Threatening Illness
- Dementia/Alzheimer
- Grief and Loss
- Mental Illness and Schizophrenia
- Alcoholism and Drug Abuse
We would welcome anyone interested in sharing with the group on any of the above topics. Contact Jean Duchrow
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Thurs., Oct. 16, 7pm
Presentation - "How UCC Mission Partners Bring Hope to the Holy Land"
Saturday, October 25, 6:30pm
"Bad River" documentary movie showing
Both at MUCC
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Cultural Heritage Art
Submitted by Dawn Cogger
As part of our Social Justice Ministry, we’re changing the art displays in the Fellowship Area (wall by the kitchen). Some months of the year are designated toward honoring a certain group.
In September and into October, we’re honoring the Hispanic Culture. The
Hispanic Culture embraces strong family values that include extended
family. There’s a love of vibrant festivities with music, dance and the love of sharing traditional food.
We have two art pieces representing Hispanic Culture in America. One art
print displays a Mexican Market. Take a closer look to see the specific
foods displayed, the colors and patterns of clothing. An acrylic painting
displays the importance of the grandmother (Abuelita in Spanish),
grandchild relationship with strong ties in nature and religious beliefs.
You may be part of this heritage. We'd love to hear and learn more.
You may want to incorporate something from the Hispanic Culture into your life.
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Salt Spot
Highlights from September 11, 2025 meeting
- Joan Jacobson, from the Outreach Funds Committee shared exciting updates on support for the FIRSTSTEP Scholarship Program through Madison College. Don't miss their update to the congregation on October 26.
- We heard details of a possible upcoming Youth Group Fundraiser to benefit Water for South Sudan. Stay tuned for more details on a "Parents Night Out" event in November.
- We interviewed another potential candidate for Interim Pastor.
- If you feel called to serve in a leadership role, whether that be on SaLT, as a Financial Secretary or on the Settled Pastor Search Committee, please speak to a SaLT member so we are aware of your interest.
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Weekly Creation Care Topic
Reduce/Reuse/Recycle
This week’s tip: REDUCE - Installing cost-effective, energy-efficient, and renewable energy projects creates jobs, upgrades local infrastructure, and improves the environment. Focus on Energy offers multiple *free* energy-saving packs that contain a variety of energy-efficient home products for every room and need. Kits may include: LED light bulbs, an LED night light, a window insulation kit, a high-efficiency shower head, pipe insulation, and more. To get your energy savings kit, click here to go to the Focus on Energy site, select “products”, and then “free energy saving packs”, choose a pack that suits your needs, and place your order — it will be shipped right to your door. Making these small changes towards energy efficiency can lower your utility bill, make your house more comfortable, and lower your environmental footprint! Also, enjoy installation and other tips on the Focus on Energy site.
Earth Image by Clker-Free-Vector-Images on Pixabay
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5710 Anthony St.
McFarland WI 53558
Office Hours: Wednesdays & Thursdays 9am-1pm
Ginger Hummer, Office Administrator
mcfarlanducc.org
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For Pastoral Care, contact Jean Duchrow (608-335-3772, jeandu...@gmail.com) with the Befrienders Care Team.
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Servant and Leadership Team (SaLT): Moderator - Donna Grossman (do...@mcfarlanducc.org); Vice Moderator - Walt Jackson; Treasurer - Kathy Schwenn; Clerk - Diane Mikelbank; At-large members - Lynn Belleau, Colleen Krattiger, Lisa Schweitzer, Cody Dewayne Shingler, and Judy Taber
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