MIDDLEBURGH —Welcome to Nourished at Middleburgh, a new-faith community. Not familiar with the name? That’s because we’re new. Until now, we’ve been known as Middleburgh United Methodist Church (MUMC). MUMC has been part of the Middleburgh community for more than 200 years. But times have changed. Our church culture has shifted, and a new leadership team has cast a vision that moves beyond the traditional framework to which Middleburgh UMC felt bound. Through our research and many conversations with the community, we have decided to recreate our church.
Still located at 281 Main Street, our new church is more community centered, actively welcoming a greater variety of people outside the church’s former identity as a traditional church serving traditional church members. Our new church is a safe refuge without judgment for families and individuals who have felt excluded from other religious settings.
We aim to help all in need through a multi-faceted approach. We are now a healing place for your mind, body, and spirit. Our Sunday church service is an informal time of sharing and learning how the scriptures help us through daily life, sometimes around a meal and sometimes meeting people where they are. We offer a weekly Bible study to expand on our Sunday message or to discuss whatever is on the minds of those who attend.
Part of our outreach will include our already successful Twice Is Nice mission store, where we have three goals: help people in need through the sale of our donated, high-quality clothing and other items, help the environment by decreasing what goes into the landfills, and use a percentage of the income to keep our Blessing box filled and to maintain the condition of our building and property.
Our Blessing Box is open and available. Located inside the Mission Store, those in need can find a revolving supply of food, feminine and baby needs, pet food, and cleaning products. Donations are welcome. Please call, email, or stop by. We’re open on Wednesdays from noon to 6 p.m. and Fridays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Last but not least, we will be offering many opportunities for the community to enjoy! Experience the joy of music through mini-concerts and open-mic nights. Express yourself in a drum circle, Zumba, or dance gathering. For those looking to focus on physical and spiritual well-being, we’ll offer a healing room, alternative healing modalities such as Reiki, Energy Balancing, and Yoga. Enjoy community gatherings such as dinner theater, game nights, trivia challenges, and puzzle time.
Our former sanctuary, newly redesigned, will be available for events, both private and public. We have many opportunities for volunteering, as well! Please call us at 518-827-5126 or 518-491-7365, or email Pastor Maryellen Moore at melenamoore2323@gmail.com.
Come to our New Faith Community Opening Festival on September 21st from 10-4 p.m!
Nourished at Middleburgh: open hearts, open minds, longer tables. Come as you are.
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