On this third Sunday of Epiphany we will continue looking for revelation through Christ, this time exploring the title proclaimed by John the Baptist, calling Jesus the “Lamb of God.” We’ll explore scapegoating, the myth of redemptive violence, and what it might mean that Jesus takes away the sin of the world. 

We’ll enjoy special music this Sunday from the ACC Ensemble. Allan Gardiner will serve as Liturgist, and Rev. Jen Chapman will preach and lead the service. Childcare will be available during the service for children ages 2 and up.

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Visitors, please check in with us at:

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Online giving is easy at:

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One way of keeping our congregation strong is by staying connected. You are invited to join us every Tuesday morning from 11:00 – Noon for an hour of checking in, sharing, listening and prayer. No experience necessary. Come as you are.

Discussion Topic: Star Words
"What does the word you received* mean to you? How did it strike you at first glance? What might it mean to let this word be a guiding light for you this year?"

*If you haven’t received a star word and would like one, reach out to Pastor Jen (they will also be available at church this Sunday).


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ACC CHOIR

The ACC Choir rehearses Mondays from 6:00pm - 7:00pm in the Sanctuary.

BELL CHOIR

The ACC Bell Choir rehearses from 7:15pm - 8:00pm in the Sanctuary.

Interested in joining our choir? Contact our Music Director, Jeffrey Frederic Paul, to learn more!

On this second Sunday of Epiphany we will begin a new sermon series, seeking enlightenment from the Light of the World. As we remember the story of Jesus' baptism, we’ll explore what Jesus reveals to us about righteousness. What does it mean to “practice righteousness” as Peter proclaimed in Acts 10?  

Tim K. Murphy will accompany this week’s Hymns and provide this week’s Prelude & Postlude. Jeffrey Frederic Paul will lead the ACC Choir for this week’s Special Music and provide this week’s Offertory. Caro Grosvenor will serve as Liturgist, and Rev. Jen Chapman will preach and lead the service. Childcare will be available during the service for children ages 2 and up.

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If you are unable to attend today's in-person service, simply visit our YouTube channel and look for the Live Stream video link at the top of our page..

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Visitors, please check in with us at:

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Online giving is easy at:

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Beginning December 3rd, we’ll gather on Zoom each Wednesday evening from 6:30 to 7:30pm for a time of contemplation, reflection and discussion hosted by Aaron Bolerjack. “The Will to Dream” devotional will be the primary resource, but no homework is required! We’ll skip Dec. 24th and 31st, and then have one final meeting on January 7th for Epiphany. 

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One way of keeping our congregation strong is by staying connected. You are invited to join us every Tuesday morning from 11:00 – Noon for an hour of checking in, sharing, listening and prayer. No experience necessary. Come as you are.

Discussion Topic: “Courageous Defiance”
What does “Courageous Defiance” mean to you? Share a poem, song, image, or story that connects to the idea of “Courageous Defiance.”


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The ACC Choir rehearses Mondays from 6:00pm - 7:00pm in the Sanctuary.

BELL CHOIR

The ACC Bell Choir rehearses from 7:15pm - 8:00pm in the Sanctuary.

Interested in joining our choir? Contact our Music Director, Jeffrey Frederic Paul, to learn more!

On this Epiphany Sunday, and the second Sunday of Christmastide, we’ll gather in the Social Hall for our annual Epiphany Breakfast and tell the ancient story of the magi, a story about a star and a king, prophecies and dreams, and faith and courage in times of darkness. We’ll share communion and fellowship, look for the light, and receive star words to help guide us through the new year. Pianist, Tim Murphy, and soloist, Joe Pratt, will provide music for the service. Susan Russell will serve as liturgist, and Rev. Jen Chapman will preach and lead the service. This is an intergenerational service, so there will not be separate childcare.

Potluck Breakfast - This service is a potluck meal and all are encouraged to bring a breakfast item to share if you can. Contact Susan Yourd if you’re not sure what to bring. Ovens will be warm when you arrive to keep food warm while we begin the service. 

The service and meal will run from 10am to 11:30am.

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If you are unable to attend today's in-person service, simply visit our YouTube channel and look for the Live Stream video link at the top of our page..

Starting promptly at 10 am you'll see the top video as a Live-Stream. Click on the video and you will be able to enjoy the service as it is happening live at ACC! You may need to refresh the page a few times before the live video becomes active.

Visitors, please check in with us at:

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Online giving is easy at:

https://www.arlingtoncommunitychurchucc.org/online-giving

One way of keeping our congregation strong is by staying connected. You are invited to join us every Tuesday morning from 11:00 – Noon for an hour of checking in, sharing, listening and prayer. No experience necessary. Come as you are.

Discussion Topic: “Embodied Promise”
What does “Embodied Promise” mean to you? Share a poem, song, image, or story that connects to the idea of “Embodied Promise.”


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ACC CHOIR

The ACC Choir rehearses Mondays from 6:00pm - 7:00pm in the Sanctuary.

BELL CHOIR

The ACC Bell Choir rehearses from 7:15pm - 8:00pm in the Sanctuary.

Interested in joining our choir? Contact our Music Director, Jeffrey Frederic Paul, to learn more!

On this First Sunday of Christmas we’ll sing joyfully, celebrating the birth of Christ! We’ll hear a story about baby Jesus, meet Anna, who had been faithfully waiting for his coming, and spend some time in reflection. There will be opportunities to journal (if you have one you’re using, bring it along!), or simply reflect as we listen to beautiful music and prepare to welcome a new year.  Our Music Director, Jeffrey Paul, will play piano this Sunday and we’ll enjoy Special Music from the choir. Rev. Jen Chapman will lead the service, Dea Harrell will serve as liturgist. Childcare will NOT be available for this service, but children are always welcome at ACC!

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"Be still and know that I am God"
- Psalm 46:10

Please plan to join us as we gather in meditative contemplation from 10:00 until 11:00 on Saturday December 27 in the Sanctuary.

Our Christmas Eve service will begin at 4pm this year (to give folks a little more time to get to Our Christmas Eve service will begin at 4pm this year (to give folks a little more time to get to dinner gatherings afterward, and for more light as people arrive, park, and cross the street). It will be a joyful, family-friendly service with carol singing & candlelight. All are welcome to don a costume and participate as we tell the Christmas story, and to sing along as we celebrate the continuous coming of joy, hope, light and love to the world! We’ll enjoy special music from our choir and bell choir, and guest musicians Dan Levitan (harp) and Shira Kammen (violin & viola). The evening will end with handheld candles and singing “Silent Night.”

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Visitors, please check in with us at:

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Online giving is easy at:

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One way of keeping our congregation strong is by staying connected. You are invited to join us every Tuesday morning from 11:00 – Noon for an hour of checking in, sharing, listening and prayer. No experience necessary. Come as you are.

Discussion Topic: “Merciful Love”
What does “Merciful Love” mean to you? Share a poem, song, image, or story that connects to the idea of “Merciful Love.”


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The ACC Choir rehearses Mondays from 6:00pm - 7:00pm in the Sanctuary.

BELL CHOIR

The ACC Bell Choir rehearses from 7:15pm - 8:00pm in the Sanctuary.

Interested in joining our choir? Contact our Music Director, Jeffrey Frederic Paul, to learn more!

Calming Music, Quiet, & Candlelight

In this season of cheer, some of us long for a space where we can be present to our grief, whether that grief is personal or on behalf of the suffering of our world. During the Longest Night vigil we will make space for that grief, acknowledge our fears, and lean into hope. 

On the evening of Winter Solstice, Sunday, Dec. 21st, at 4:30pm, all are invited to gather in our Social Hall, where we’ll watch the sunset and begin the longest night of the year in community. This will be an evening of calming music, quiet, and candlelight, lighting candles for those we’re missing and those we’re remembering in prayer, letting our hope grow even as the light of day fades to night. The evening will include an opportunity to walk the labyrinth.

On this Fourth Sunday of Advent we’ll hear the prophetic song of Zechariah, who after a time of silence and uncertainty, finally found his faith and his voice. Even as our own faith falters from time to time, we’ll listen to the songs of Zechariah and the psalmist, declaring God’s mercy and steadfast love. On the darkest day of the year (winter solstice!), we’ll steep ourselves in songs of love and hope. 

We’ll enjoy special music from the ACC Ensemble, featuring Kelly Back, Joe Pratt, and Richard Mayers, directed by Tim K. Murphy. Rev. Jen Chapman will preach and lead the service, and Jan Kosel will serve as liturgist. Childcare will be available during the service for children ages 2 and up.

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If you are unable to attend today's in-person service, simply visit our YouTube channel and look for the Live Stream video link at the top of our page..

Starting promptly at 10 am you'll see the top video as a Live-Stream. Click on the video and you will be able to enjoy the service as it is happening live at ACC! You may need to refresh the page a few times before the live video becomes active.

Visitors, please check in with us at:

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Online giving is easy at:

https://www.arlingtoncommunitychurchucc.org/online-giving

Beginning December 3rd, we’ll gather on Zoom each Wednesday evening from 6:30 to 7:30pm for a time of contemplation, reflection and discussion hosted by Aaron Bolerjack. “The Will to Dream” devotional will be the primary resource, but no homework is required! We’ll skip Dec. 24th and 31st, and then have one final meeting on January 7th for Epiphany. 

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One way of keeping our congregation strong is by staying connected. You are invited to join us every Tuesday morning from 11:00 – Noon for an hour of checking in, sharing, listening and prayer. No experience necessary. Come as you are.

Discussion Topic:
"TBA…”


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ACC CHOIR

The ACC Choir rehearses Mondays from 6:00pm - 7:00pm in the Sanctuary.

BELL CHOIR

The ACC Bell Choir rehearses from 7:15pm - 8:00pm in the Sanctuary.

Interested in joining our choir? Contact our Music Director, Jeffrey Frederic Paul, to learn more!

Virtual Memoir Group will be taking a short break and will not meet during the month of December. Zoom meetings will resume on January 19, 2026, when the group reconvenes for a fresh start to the new year. Until then, enjoy a restful, story-filled holiday season

On this Third Sunday of Advent we’ll hear the prophetic voices of Isaiah and Mary, the mother of Jesus, and we’ll rejoice with Mary and Elizabeth in what God has done and will do as they teach us about trusting in God’s promises and embracing joy as an act of resistance. 

We’ll enjoy Special Music this Sunday from Susan Russell, Mae Mars, and Rev. Jen Chapman, as well as from our Choir, with guest cellist, Alex Kelly, directed by Jeffrey Frederich Paul, and our accompanist, Tim K. Murphy. Rev. Jen Chapman will preach and lead the service, and Dudley Thompson will serve as liturgist. Childcare will be available during the service for children ages 2 and up. 

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If you are unable to attend today's in-person service, simply visit our YouTube channel and look for the Live Stream video link at the top of our page..

Starting promptly at 10 am you'll see the top video as a Live-Stream. Click on the video and you will be able to enjoy the service as it is happening live at ACC! You may need to refresh the page a few times before the live video becomes active.

Visitors, please check in with us at:

https://www.arlingtoncommunitychurchucc.org/virtual-visitor

Online giving is easy at:

https://www.arlingtoncommunitychurchucc.org/online-giving

Beginning December 3rd, we’ll gather on Zoom each Wednesday evening from 6:30 to 7:30pm for a time of contemplation, reflection and discussion hosted by Aaron Bolerjack. “The Will to Dream” devotional will be the primary resource, but no homework is required! We’ll skip Dec. 24th and 31st, and then have one final meeting on January 7th for Epiphany. 

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Bring your best team (3-5 people recommended) to Tuesday Trivia Night or join a team when you arrive. Our host John Chapman will keep the evening lively and fun. Adults, teens, and older children are welcome. There will be pizza, beverages, snacks, and prizes.

One way of keeping our congregation strong is by staying connected. You are invited to join us every Tuesday morning from 11:00 – Noon for an hour of checking in, sharing, listening and prayer. No experience necessary. Come as you are.

Discussion Topic: Prophetic Peace
What does “Prophetic Peace” mean to you? Share a poem, song, image, or story that connects to the idea of “Prophetic Peace.”


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The ACC Choir rehearses Mondays from 6:00pm - 7:00pm in the Sanctuary.

BELL CHOIR

The ACC Bell Choir rehearses from 7:15pm - 8:00pm in the Sanctuary.

Interested in joining our choir? Contact our Music Director, Jeffrey Frederic Paul, to learn more!

There will be a Congregational Meeting on Sunday December 7, 2026 immediately following Worship to select at least two additional members of the Nominating Committee chaired by Vice-Moderator Tom Dean. The Nominating Committee will seek people to serve on the 2026 Church Council. We will also be asking for a waiver of the bylaw requirement that this Congregational Meeting be held no later than 60-days prior to the Annual Meeting which will be held this year on January 25, 2026. 

Nina Harmon, Moderator
Arlington Community Church
United Church of Christ

On this Second Sunday of Advent we’ll hear from prophets John the Baptist and Malachi about the ways that make for peace. We’ll also hear about peace as propaganda and wrestle with the reality that disruption is sometimes necessary for the peace of God’s Realm to come.

We’ll celebrate communion and enjoy special music this Sunday from guest soloist Martin Bell, our choir, directed by Jeffrey Frederich Paul, and our pianist, Tim K. Murphy. Rev. Jen Chapman will preach and lead the service, and Nick Crump will serve as liturgist. Childcare will be available during the service for children ages 2 and up. 

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If you are unable to attend today's in-person service, simply visit our YouTube channel and look for the Live Stream video link at the top of our page..

Starting promptly at 10 am you'll see the top video as a Live-Stream. Click on the video and you will be able to enjoy the service as it is happening live at ACC! You may need to refresh the page a few times before the live video becomes active.

Visitors, please check in with us at:

https://www.arlingtoncommunitychurchucc.org/virtual-visitor

Online giving is easy at:

https://www.arlingtoncommunitychurchucc.org/online-giving

Beginning December 3rd, we’ll gather on Zoom each Wednesday evening from 6:30 to 7:30pm for a time of contemplation, reflection and discussion hosted by Aaron Bolerjack. “The Will to Dream” devotional will be the primary resource, but no homework is required! We’ll skip Dec. 24th and 31st, and then have one final meeting on January 7th for Epiphany. 

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One way of keeping our congregation strong is by staying connected. You are invited to join us every Tuesday morning from 11:00 – Noon for an hour of checking in, sharing, listening and prayer. No experience necessary. Come as you are.

Discussion Topic: Vigilant Hope
“What does “Vigilant Hope” mean to you? Share a poem, song, image, or story that connects to the idea of “Vigilant Hope.”


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