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This morning we celebrated World Communion Sunday, a day when Christians around the world come together as the one Christian church united in the sacrament of Holy Communion.

You can watch today’s service here: m.youtube.com/watch?v=RZk3...

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October 4, 2026 at 5:12 PM
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This morning was our annual Harvest Home celebration at First UCC. Thank you to everyone who brought in non-perishable food items for the Hamburg Salvation Army Emergency Food Pantry.

You can watch today’s service here: m.youtube.com/watch?v=ZYpG...

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September 27, 2026 at 10:01 PM
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10mi hike with the family out to the Pinnacle Overlook today in Hamburg, PA. This lil lady insisted on a pic with daddy :-)
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Me in wide brim brown leather hat and sun glasses with my daughter hugging me at the Pinnacle Overlook, vast landscape stretched out behind me.
March 24, 2025 at 2:50 AM
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On the 4th Sunday of Easter, Pastor Ben reminded us that in this world filled with noise, it is important to know what is truly God’s voice.

You can watch today’s service here: m.youtube.com/watch?v=mh7q...

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April 27, 2026 at 4:35 AM
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Come visit us at the Taste of Hamburger Festival! We’re set up in front of the church parking lot and will be here until 6 pm.

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September 5, 2026 at 4:02 PM
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On the first Sunday after Christmas, Pastor Ben shared “The Legend of Christmas Tinsel” and Kaliannah O’Reilly sang “What A Wonderful World.”

You can watch yesterday’s service here: m.youtube.com/watch?v=_Iyx...

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Pastor Ben sharing “The Legend of Christmas Tinsel” Kaliannah O’Reilly singing “What A Wonderful World” The Church Choir singing The lector reading
December 30, 2025 at 12:02 AM
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This morning’s service was led by guest preacher, Mrs. Kathy Jachowski. We also enjoyed special music from Donald.

You can watch today’s service here: m.youtube.com/watch?v=Gl0A...

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July 19, 2026 at 3:49 PM
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On this first Sunday after Epiphany, Pastor Ben shared that Jesus fully walks with us and demonstrated to the children how sin makes a mess using items from his refrigerator.

You can watch today’s service here: m.youtube.com/watch?v=BzOj...

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January 12, 2026 at 2:48 AM
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During this morning’s service, our guest preacher, the Rev. Sara Hertzog, taught about the parable of the sower from Matthew 13.

You can watch today’s service here: m.youtube.com/watch?v=kRvV...

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July 12, 2026 at 4:51 PM
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During Sunday’s service, we held a Blessing of the Backpacks for all the youth, teachers, and school staff who are starting a new school year.

You can watch the service here: m.youtube.com/watch?v=6Wuy...

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September 2, 2026 at 3:48 AM
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Yesterday’s service was led by guest preacher, Rev. Dr. Robert Stewart. We also enjoyed special music from Madelyn and Bennett.

You can watch the service here: m.youtube.com/watch?v=5EAd...

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August 17, 2026 at 5:49 AM
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Thank you to everyone who helped make our annual Christmas Bazaar so awesome this year!

We had a terrific turnout, wonderful vendors, delicious treats, and great fellowship.

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November 22, 2025 at 5:29 PM
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On this Laetare Sunday (the fourth Sunday in Lent), Pastor Ben taught that we should show God’s love, grace, inclusion, and hope when faced with challenges, differences, and imperfections.

You can watch today’s service here: m.youtube.com/watch?v=bVCA...

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The acolyte lighting the candles The children’s sermon Pastor Ben preaching The choir singing
March 15, 2026 at 11:14 PM
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This morning we held a special remembrance for the 25th anniversary of 9/11.

We had some technical difficulties with our livestream and recording, but you can watch the majority of the service here: m.youtube.com/watch?v=QhS1...

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September 7, 2026 at 1:54 AM
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During this morning’s service, we installed the newest member of our Spiritual Council, Ivan. We were also treated to special music from James and patriotic hymns for the 4th of July.

You can watch today’s service here: m.youtube.com/watch?v=rknF...

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July 6, 2026 at 12:27 AM
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Since Pastor Ben was at Patriot Days with the Youth Group, this morning’s service was led by Elder, Tom Seaman. We were also treated to special music from Jennifer and Donald.

You can stream today’s service here: m.youtube.com/watch?v=x4Nn...

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June 14, 2026 at 6:30 PM
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During this morning’s service, we recognized our three graduates, Sara, Kaeli, and Jordyn. We wish them and all other graduates our heartfelt congratulations and best wishes for their future.

You can watch today’s service here: m.youtube.com/watch?v=kYtf...

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June 28, 2026 at 6:55 PM
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At tonight’s Ash Wednesday service, Pastor Ben shared the message that while we fell short of God’s Will for us over the past year, God chooses to respond with grace, love, mercy, and forgiveness.

You can watch tonight’s service here: m.youtube.com/watch?v=vthB...

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February 19, 2026 at 4:07 AM
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Last night we held our 70th Annual Candlelight Service. To celebrate this special anniversary, Candlebearers from years past returned to help us share the light of Christ.

You can watch last night’s service here: m.youtube.com/watch?v=uRLR...

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December 22, 2025 at 6:11 PM
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Today we celebrated Holy Humor Sunday with a theme of “Jesus by the Seashore.” The congregation was encouraged to wear their best looks for the boardwalk. There were jokes and decorations galore!

You can watch today’s service here: m.youtube.com/watch?v=HA9s...

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April 12, 2026 at 5:51 PM
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Thank you to everyone who joined us for Bible School! We hope that you all continue to Dream Big with God! We would also like to thank all of our volunteers. We couldn’t have made this week happen without each and every one of you.

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August 8, 2026 at 6:39 AM
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He is risen! At our sunrise service, we lit the Paschal Candle and brought the light of Christ back into the Sanctuary. If you couldn’t join us at sunrise, we hope you’ll join us at our 10:15 am service. Happy Easter!

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April 5, 2026 at 12:54 PM
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On this fourth Sunday of Advent, we lit the candles for joy and love. It was with great joy and love that we watched as the Children & Youth performed their Christmas Program.

You can watch today’s service at: m.youtube.com/watch?v=Wx-F...

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December 21, 2025 at 10:09 PM
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This morning we welcomed back guest preacher Rev. Sara Hertzog, who spoke about Jesus asking his disciples who they say he is at Caesarea Philippi. Who do you say Jesus is?

You can watch today’s service here: m.youtube.com/watch?v=v2yG...

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August 23, 2026 at 3:47 PM
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It was another fun and exciting night at VBS! The kids learned about the dreams and visions surrounding Jesus’s birth, made angels, ate cupcakes, and helped each other complete an obstacle course while blindfolded. Three nights down, two to go!

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August 6, 2026 at 4:06 AM