We are proud to partner with out local boy scout troops and host their meetings in our Fellowship Hall. On select Sunday evenings, our halls are filled with the energy of young explorers learning life skills, serving our community, and having fun. We love hosting these future leaders and their families as they grow in character and citizenship.

We are so excited to invite you to our Town-wide Easter Egg Hunt! We will have different areas for different age groups and the Easter Bunny will make an appearance! Collection bags will be provided so no baskets needed! We can’t wait to see you!!

Join us as we wrap up our Heifer International Fundraising with our annual Heifer Birthday Bash. Bakers will each bake a cake and will decorate it to correspond to their assigned month (i.e. snowflakes for January, hearts for February, etc.).

The mission of the Faith & Fellowship Ministry is to nurture and deepen relationships among the congregation and in the North Reading community with an emphasis on intergenerational friendships. Social gathering are family centered and all ages are involved in the planning of these activities. A variety of events are planned both at the church and around the town of North Reading.

The confirmands have been learning about using their time and talents to give back to the church and to the community. Because Wicked is so popular right now, the Confirmation Class invites you to join them as they take it back to where it all started with a movie night featuring the original classic, The Wizard of Oz! The movie is free but come hungry because there will be snacks available for purchase. 

Youth group is open to all youth in grade 6-12 who want to spend time together on Friday evenings. Our meetings rotate through game nights, fellowship nights, service projects, and BIG BANGS (special outings like laser tag, corn mazes, mall scavenger hunts and more)! 

You do not have to be a church member to attend, and youth are welcome to bring friends! Email Pastor Gayle for more information.

As part of the confirmation program, confirmands are matched with a mentor to walk with them along this important part of the journey. Confirmands also participate in formal classes as well as service projects, worship services, bible studies, stewardship activities, field trips, and an overnight retreat, and they serve as acolytes at our worship services.

Classes meet every Friday from 6-7 in the chapel. Confirmands are invited to stay for youth group following the class.

Take the chill off….every Friday with our Lobster Bisque Lenten Luncheons.

Join us each Friday during Lent as we gather in Fellowship Hall for some healthy servings of food and fellowship.

In the UCC tradition, the local church is autonomous, meaning the power of the church rests in its members. The Council acts as the executive branch of that membership, serving as the primary governing body and "big picture" team of our congregation. Meeting monthly, this group of dedicated lay leaders works in covenant with our pastors to oversee the life, ministry, and strategic direction of the church.

The North Parish Ringers play a vital role in our music ministry. Once a month the sound of bells can be heard offering praise to God during the service of worship.

Reading music is beneficial but not required. If you have the ability to count, you can participate in this music ministry. Rehearsals take place on Wednesday evenings from 6 – 7 p.m.

The Chancel Choir brings the gifts of song to our Sunday morning worship services. The choir does a variety of anthems from classical to contemporary to spirituals. All are welcome to join us!

Join us as we explore God's Word together! Our Bible study sessions offer a welcoming environment for people at all stages of their faith journey. Whether you're new to Scripture or a seasoned reader, you'll find opportunities to deepen your understanding, ask questions, and apply biblical teachings to your daily life.

All are welcome! Bring your Bible or use one of ours.

Join us as the children and youth lead worship in a Vacation Bible School way to take us on a deep dive into our friendship with God! This is an annual tradition you don't want to miss!

Join us on March 22 from 12-3 at My Brother’s Table in Lynn to prepare and serve meals to those in need.

Sign up is required.

Union Congregational Church is happy to host a weekly, Saturday morning AA meeting.

Anyone with a desire to stop drinking is welcome, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, income or profession. And it’s free.

You can just sit and listen and learn more about recovery, or you can share about your situation. It’s completely up to you.

Youth group is open to all youth in grade 6-12 who want to spend time together on Friday evenings. Our meetings rotate through game nights, fellowship nights, service projects, and BIG BANGS (special outings like laser tag, corn mazes, mall scavenger hunts and more)! 

You do not have to be a church member to attend, and youth are welcome to bring friends! Email Pastor Gayle for more information.

As part of the confirmation program, confirmands are matched with a mentor to walk with them along this important part of the journey. Confirmands also participate in formal classes as well as service projects, worship services, bible studies, stewardship activities, field trips, and an overnight retreat, and they serve as acolytes at our worship services.

Classes meet every Friday from 6-7 in the chapel. Confirmands are invited to stay for youth group following the class.

Take the chill off….every Friday with our Lobster Bisque Lenten Luncheons.

Join us each Friday during Lent as we gather in Fellowship Hall for some healthy servings of food and fellowship.

The House Ministry has the primary responsibility for overseeing the general maintenance and any improvements to the facilities and grounds of the church.  

The North Parish Ringers play a vital role in our music ministry. Once a month the sound of bells can be heard offering praise to God during the service of worship.

Reading music is beneficial but not required. If you have the ability to count, you can participate in this music ministry. Rehearsals take place on Wednesday evenings from 6 – 7 p.m.

Join our community of women dedicated to walking through life together in Christian fellowship. Whether we are diving into Scripture, sharing our stories over a cup of coffee, or lifting one another up in prayer, our heart is to create a space where every woman feels seen, heard, and loved.

The Chancel Choir brings the gifts of song to our Sunday morning worship services. The choir does a variety of anthems from classical to contemporary to spirituals. All are welcome to join us!

Join us as we explore God's Word together! Our Bible study sessions offer a welcoming environment for people at all stages of their faith journey. Whether you're new to Scripture or a seasoned reader, you'll find opportunities to deepen your understanding, ask questions, and apply biblical teachings to your daily life.

All are welcome! Bring your Bible or use one of ours.

Our leadership team meets regularly to coordinate the life of the church. This collaborative group includes our pastoral team, administrative staff, the Hilltop Nursery School Director, and a member of Christian Community Services who runs the North Reading Food Pantry. The team meets every other week and works together to ensure the church is serving God both within our church community and in the wider world.

Does your little one love to discover, create, and explore? Join us for a special 3-month preschool Bible Beginnings series for little hearts and little hands!

Come once or come to all three!

Our Confirmation Class will be headed to My Brother’s Table in Lynn to serve meals to those in need.

The Care Ministry is responsible for providing support to congregation members in need of compassionate assistance. This support may involve delivering meals to individuals who have recently been discharged from the hospital or paying visits to those who are confined to their homes.

Join us for the Presentation of the Bibles during worship, as our third graders receive their own Bibles!

Union Congregational Church is happy to host a weekly, Saturday morning AA meeting.

Anyone with a desire to stop drinking is welcome, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, income or profession. And it’s free.

You can just sit and listen and learn more about recovery, or you can share about your situation. It’s completely up to you.

Open to all ages, 3-103! Join Faith & Fellowship and our Youth Group as they join together to host a Birthday Party Potluck & Trivia Night! You’ll be matched with other church members who have birthdays during the same month or season as you and you’ll work together to try to win the trivia competition!