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Rev. Alison J. Buttrick PattonA Message from the Pastor Search Committee

January 26, 2012

Dear Friends and Members of Saugatuck Congregational Church,

We are delighted to let you know that Saugatuck has a new Pastor! Reverend Alison J. Buttrick Patton was called and unanimously approved by the members who attended the Congregational meeting following the worship service on Sunday, January 22, 2012… [ Read more… ]


Faith at Saugatuck Congregational ChurchVolunteer to Help Saugatuck Church

We are gratified and humbled by the outpouring of support we have received from the community since a devastating fire struck our church. Many of you have asked, "How can I help?" or have offered specific donations or skill sets to assist us as we move forward in our rebuilding process. So that we may keep track of these many wonderful offers, we've established a form so that you can 'officially' register your offer of help with us.

Click here to volunteer.

Thank you so very much, and God bless.


American Red CrossBlood Drive at Temple Israel

14 Coleytown Road, Westport, CT
Sunday, March 4, 2012
9:00am – 1:45pm

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Working with Your Anxieties and Stress with Frank Basler

Four 1½ hour sessions

This four week series will use three resources to help you work with your stress and anxiety: the Bible (especially the Sermon on the Mount), insights from the literature on stress, and — especially — what you already know works for you and the “best practices” of other participants… [ Read more… ]

SCC Yoga

Tuesday Evenings

Please join Meredith Lederer, certified Yoga instructor (RYT-200 Level) for gentle form/flow Yoga classes at Saugatuck Congregational Church.… [ Read more… ]

Howie Tobak, Saugatuck Congregational Church Interim Pastor

The Reverend Howard (Howie) Tobak joined Saugatuck as Interim Minister effective February 15, 2010. Howie has more than 20 years experience as an Interim Minister. He comes to us from Norwich Congregational Church in Norwich, Vermont where he served as their Senior Interim Minister… [ Read more… ]

Past Events

The United Church of Christ — Pacific Earthquake & Tsunami Relief Fund

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MLK7th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Celebration

January 15, 2012

Honor Dr. King and Celebrate African-American History… [ Read more… ]

David Beckmann

January 16, 2012

Christ & Holy Trinity Episcopal Church will host David Beckmann, a leading advocate for the hungry and poor and President of Bread for the World. Bread for the World is one of the largest Christian, bipartisan organizations dedicated to building the political will to end hunger. Under David Beckmann's leadership, they have garnered an impressive record of achievements.… [ Read more… ]

Bruce Ill, Directgor of Christian Education and Youth MinistryWe welcome Bruce Ill as our new Director of Christian Education and Youth Ministry!

The Board of Christian Education is thrilled to welcome BRUCE ILL to Saugatuck Congregational Church in the role of Director of Christian Education and Youth Ministry… [ Read more… ]


Dr. Heather Hamilton, Music Director at Saugatuck Congregational ChurchWe welcome Dr. Heather Hamilton as Director of Music!

The Board of Deacons is thrilled to welcome Dr. Heather Hamilton to Saugatuck Congregational Church as Director of Music beginning with the fall season. Heather is bursting with enthusiasm and ideas for the music program at Saugatuck… [ Read more… ]


Congregational Meeting

October 30, 2011

Notice is hereby given of a Congregational Meeting to be held on Sunday, October 30, 2011 in the Meeting House following the 10:00 AM service to take action on the following… [ Read more… ]

Without Faith: A Motherless Child Redeemed by a Determined Spirit by Doreen BirdsellDoreen Birdsell: Without Faith: A Motherless Child Redeemed by a Determined Spirit

October 20, 2011

On a path that was leading to destruction, Doreen and her friends drive to a suburban nightclub. When asking directions of an old man, he points the way and tells them, “You see that road? You take that road 'til you can't take it anymore…” Without Faith takes that road… [ Read more… ]


Female Soldiers: Forgotten Heroes

Sat., Oct. 15, 2011, 10:00AM – 2:00PM
66 Elmwood Avenue, Bridgeport

During our Field of Flags event in June/July of 2010, we placed 5,543 American flags on our great lawn in honor of each American casualty in Iraq and Afghanistan. Our goal was to raise awareness and funds for the Homes for the Brave and the creation of Female Soldiers: Forgotten Heroes — a new transitional home for some of Connecticut's homeless female veterans and their young children. The ribbon-cutting will be Friday, October 21st at 10:00AM… [ Read more… ]


Flowers at the Saugatuck Farmer's Market Sunday Farmer's Market at SCC

Saugatuck extends our heartfelt thanks to our wonderful 2011 vendors — we hope to see you all again in the future! Featuring farm fresh CT Grown fruits, vegetables, organic produce, annuals, perennials, potted and fresh-cut herbs, vegetable plants, beef and pork products, eggs, honey, maple syrup, breads, pies, pastries, pestos, soups, salsas, mozzarella and more! [ Read more... ]


Commemorative Walking Tour & Fellowship Hour

Sunday, September 25, 2011

Commemorating the 175th Anniversary of our historic Evergreen Cemetery, and the 150th Anniversary of the Civil War, please join in a celebration at the Evergreen Cemetery after the 10:00AM Worship Service on September 25, 2011… [ Read more… ]

International Coastal Cleanup

Sunday, September 18, 2011

Saugatuck Church is excited to be part of the International Coastal Cleanup campaign again this year. We'll be responsible for the Saugatuck River along the town's Riverside Park. Wear old clothes/gloves/boots… [ Read more… ]

Sports Equipment Drive & Animal Rescue Drive

Saturday, May 21, 2011, 9:00AM–Noon

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Special Guest Speaker, Dr. Henry Grayson

May 22, 2011

A psychologist, psychoanalyst, energy healer and pastoral counselor, Dr. Grayson is a nationally renowned speaker and the author of such books as Mindful Loving. [ Read more… ]

Congregational Meeting

May 8, 2011

Notice is hereby given of a Congregational Meeting to be held on Sunday, May 8, 2011 in the Meeting House following a 9:30AM service to take action on the following recommendations of the Church Council… [ Read more… ]

Neighborhood Energy Workshop

Offered by Westport Home Energy Challenge

Monday April 25th at 7:00PM and
Tuesday April 26th at 10:00AM
Town Hall Auditorium

At this workshop, you will get to know the energy-saving potential in your home. Learn about simple things you can do to decrease your energy bills and energy consumption and increase your home comfort… [ Read more… ]

Lenten Study Series & Pot Luck Supper

Wednesdays, 6:30–8:00PM, Hoskins Hall

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Cooking Dinner for Homes for the Brave

Sunday, March 6, 2011 at 4:00pm

Join us as we prepare 4-5 turkeys and all the fixings (for 40) in the church kitchen and transport the meal to the Homes for the Brave in Bridgeport. … [ Read more… ]

Frank Basler’s Ecclesiastical Council

Sunday, February 20, 2011

Congratulations to Frank Basler on his unanimous approval during his Ecclesiastical Council! Your friends at Saugatuck wish you the best of luck as you seek a call on your path to ordination… [ Read more… ]

Annual Congregational Meeting / High School Youth Group Brunch Fundraiser

Sunday, February 6, 2010

On Sunday, February 6th, there will be only one worship service, at 9:00AM… [ Read more… ]

Hospitality in the Church: Hallmarks of the Welcoming Congregation… What Are We to Do?

Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2011

A Program to Help Guide Us into the Future… [ Read more… ]

EarthCare/EarthShare: Come and Eat and Talk

Wednesday, January 5, 2011

We are gathering this Wednesday at 6:00 pm at the church. Sandwich supper served as we discuss plans for Saugatuck's Earth Day celebration this spring. (Stay tuned for an update on meeting location within the church.) After a sandwich, those who want can attend the following program at the Westport Library… [ Read more… ]

Community Christmas Feast at Saugatuck Congregational ChurchCommunity Christmas Day Feast

Saturday, December 25, 2010

More than 300 Christmas Day meals were served at our church for our 40th annual Christmas Feast. More than 100 volunteers, led by our amazing Saugatuck Feast Team, helped plan, shop, prepare, cook, welcome guests, serve, deliver meals to shut-ins, arrange transportation and clean up… [ Read more… ]


Community Christmas Feast at Saugatuck Congregational ChurchAn Invitation: Coffee &…

Wednesday, December 15, 2010, 4:00PM

Our Thanksgiving Feast this year saw 300+ attendees, and we expect similar numbers at our 40th annual Community Christmas Feast on Saturday, December 25th at 1:00 PM. We are one of the only sites serving dinner on Christmas between New York City and New Haven… [ Read more… ]


The Saugatuck CraftersSaugatuck Church Christmas Festival 2010

Thank you to everyone who helped out with our Second Annual Christmas Festival — a good time was had by all! Special thanks go out to Michele Coppola-Ames for her tireless work and endless cheer… [ Read more... ]


Community Christmas Feast at Saugatuck Congregational ChurchCommunity Thanksgiving Day Feast

Thursday, November 25, 2010

Saugatuck Congregational Church hosted its 40th Annual Community Thanksgiving Day Feast on Thanksgiving Day for more than 275 people. This celebration, like our Christmas Day Feast, was open to people in the area from all walks of life, including the homeless, members of our congregation, and folks who simply want to share a meal with others… [ Read more… ]


Flowers at the Saugatuck Farmer's MarketThe Three Interfaith Amigos at SCC

Sunday, September 26, 2010, 4:00PM

Sheikh Jamal Rahman, Pastor Don Mackenzie, and Rabbi Ted Falcon — the Three Interfaith Amigos — were brought together by the events of 9/11. Since then, they have brought their message of deep hope.… [ Read more... ]


Field of Flags at Somers Congregational ChurchField of Flags

Friday, June 18 – Monday, July 5, 2010

augatuck Congregational Church was honored to have hosted Field of Flags, a silent, patriotic and poignant reminder of the cost of war. Each flag represented not simply one casualty, but all the family members and friends who have been touched by that life now gone… [ Read more… ]


SCC Environmental DAyEnvironmental Day

Sunday, June 6, 2010

The Westport-Weston Interfaith Council hosted its annual Environmental Day on Sunday, June 6th, at Saugatuck Congregational Church. Families of all faiths celebrated the Earth on this day with wonderful music and art, and healthy produce… [ Read more… ]


Celebration of Pastor John's MinistryCelebration of Pastor John’s Ministry

On Sunday, January 24, 2010 Saugatuck Congregational Church celebrated the ministry of John Danner as Senior Pastor of Saugatuck Congregational Church to thank him for his eight years of service. [ Read more… ]