Services & Events

Worship Service takes place Sundays at 9:30 a.m. in the Sanctuary. Services are lived streamed on YouTube and the church Facebook page.

Worship begins with quiet piano music and an air of contemplation. The service includes:

prayers for ourselves and the world
scripture readings from the Bible
a short talk called a sermon which guides us in applying the scripture to our own lives
songs called hymns which are sung by the congregation
a song by the church choir
a concluding prayer by the minister

Anyone is welcome to attend our services and learn more about our church and ministries. To view a recent worship service, visit our You Tube page.

Worship & Sunday School at 9:30am on Sundays

	May 2026
Sun	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat
					1 Bible Study with Pastor Jennifer Bible Study with Pastor Jennifer May 1, 2026 9:00 am - 10:15 am A time for prayers, reflection, and study with an emphasis on relating the text of the week to our lives today. All are welcome! See more details Office 9-2 Lynne Mix Office 9-2 Lynne Mix May 1, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Lynne works Wednesday, Thursday and Friday managing our office, preparing bulletins and the e-news, and many other tasks. See more details Green Gargoyle Store Green Gargoyle Store May 1, 2026 10:00 am - 2:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Organized by Carol Simisky and Sharon Stevens Household Items, Women's and Men's Clothing, Children's and Baby Clothes, Seasonal Items & Household Decor, Glassware, Jewelry, Handbags, Quilts, Shoes, and a Bookstore!. Come check us out! See more details • • •	2 Green Gargoyle Store Green Gargoyle Store May 2, 2026 10:00 am - 1:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Organized by Carol Simisky and Sharon Stevens Household Items, Women's and Men's Clothing, Children's and Baby Clothes, Seasonal Items & Household Decor, Glassware, Jewelry, Handbags, Quilts, Shoes, and a Bookstore!. Come check us out! See more details •
3 Worship Service & Sunday School Worship Service & Sunday School May 3, 2026 9:30 am - 10:30 am Worship service with music, scripture readings and message. Sunday School program for children. Come and join us every week for a fun-filled, meaningful morning of songs, stories, crafts, snacks and meeting of new and old friends! See more details Crossroad Contemplation Crossroad Contemplation May 3, 2026 10:45 am - 12:00 pm Pastor Jennifer leads a Crossroads Contemplation group whose efforts focus on spiritual growth and the growth of the church through prayer. See more details Sunday Lunch Program Sunday Lunch Program May 3, 2026 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Dalton Senior Center, 40 Field St Ext, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Organized by Joyce Lacatell All ages are welcome. The usual host groups will continue to do the cooking and serving. Come help us celebrate! See more details • • •	4 Office Closed Office Closed May 4, 2026 First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA See more details Monday Morning Cleaning Crew Monday Morning Cleaning Crew May 4, 2026 9:00 am - 11:00 am First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Organized by Nancy Smith Do you need a little physical activity and the added bonus of some social time? Help us to keep our worship space clean. Come and join the Monday Morning Cleaning Crew. See more details Deacons Deacons May 4, 2026 5:45 pm - 6:45 pm See more details • • •	5 Office 9-2 Jeri Galletly Office 9-2 Jeri Galletly May 5, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Jeri handles phone calls, visitors, and many other office tasks with a smile. See more details Missions Board Missions Board May 5, 2026 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm See more details Food Pantry at DUMC Food Pantry at DUMC May 5, 2026 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Volunteers are always welcome to help distribute food and necessary items to area residents. Meet at the Dalton United Methodist Church, corners of Main Street and North Street. See more details Cub Scout Pack 3042 Cub Scout Pack 3042 May 5, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Cub Scout Pack 42 den and pack meetings, held most weeks except for holidays and school vacations. Girls and boys in grades 1 through 5 are eligible to join. For more information, follow this Facebook link. See more details Boy Scout Troop 4 Boy Scout Troop 4 May 5, 2026 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Troop meetings held most weeks except for holidays and school vacations. For more information, contact Tim Crocker, 413-822-5839. See more details • • • • •	6 Office 9-2 Lynne Mix Office 9-2 Lynne Mix May 6, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Lynne works Wednesday, Thursday and Friday managing our office, preparing bulletins and the e-news, and many other tasks. See more details •	7 Green Gargoyle Crew Green Gargoyle Crew May 7, 2026 9:00 am - 11:30 am First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA The Green Gargoyle crew reviews and sorts donations and arranges the displays of merchandise. See more details Office 9-2 Lynne Mix Office 9-2 Lynne Mix May 7, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Lynne works Wednesday, Thursday and Friday managing our office, preparing bulletins and the e-news, and many other tasks. See more details • •	8 Bible Study with Pastor Jennifer Bible Study with Pastor Jennifer May 8, 2026 9:00 am - 10:15 am A time for prayers, reflection, and study with an emphasis on relating the text of the week to our lives today. All are welcome! See more details Office 9-2 Lynne Mix Office 9-2 Lynne Mix May 8, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Lynne works Wednesday, Thursday and Friday managing our office, preparing bulletins and the e-news, and many other tasks. See more details Green Gargoyle Store Green Gargoyle Store May 8, 2026 10:00 am - 2:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Organized by Carol Simisky and Sharon Stevens Household Items, Women's and Men's Clothing, Children's and Baby Clothes, Seasonal Items & Household Decor, Glassware, Jewelry, Handbags, Quilts, Shoes, and a Bookstore!. Come check us out! See more details Worship Service at Sugar Hill Worship Service at Sugar Hill May 8, 2026 10:30 am - 11:30 am All residents and visitors are welcome to attend our worship service in the Music Room at Sugar Hill Assisted Living on Main Street in Dalton. See more details • • • •	9 Green Gargoyle Store Green Gargoyle Store May 9, 2026 10:00 am - 1:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Organized by Carol Simisky and Sharon Stevens Household Items, Women's and Men's Clothing, Children's and Baby Clothes, Seasonal Items & Household Decor, Glassware, Jewelry, Handbags, Quilts, Shoes, and a Bookstore!. Come check us out! See more details •
10 Worship Service & Sunday School Worship Service & Sunday School May 10, 2026 9:30 am - 10:30 am Worship service with music, scripture readings and message. Sunday School program for children. Come and join us every week for a fun-filled, meaningful morning of songs, stories, crafts, snacks and meeting of new and old friends! See more details •	11 Office Closed Office Closed May 11, 2026 First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA See more details Monday Morning Cleaning Crew Monday Morning Cleaning Crew May 11, 2026 9:00 am - 11:00 am First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Organized by Nancy Smith Do you need a little physical activity and the added bonus of some social time? Help us to keep our worship space clean. Come and join the Monday Morning Cleaning Crew. See more details • •	12 Office 9-2 Jeri Galletly Office 9-2 Jeri Galletly May 12, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Jeri handles phone calls, visitors, and many other office tasks with a smile. See more details Food Pantry at DUMC Food Pantry at DUMC May 12, 2026 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Volunteers are always welcome to help distribute food and necessary items to area residents. Meet at the Dalton United Methodist Church, corners of Main Street and North Street. See more details Cub Scout Pack 3042 Cub Scout Pack 3042 May 12, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Cub Scout Pack 42 den and pack meetings, held most weeks except for holidays and school vacations. Girls and boys in grades 1 through 5 are eligible to join. For more information, follow this Facebook link. See more details Boy Scout Troop 4 Boy Scout Troop 4 May 12, 2026 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Troop meetings held most weeks except for holidays and school vacations. For more information, contact Tim Crocker, 413-822-5839. See more details • • • •	13 Office 9-2 Lynne Mix Office 9-2 Lynne Mix May 13, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Lynne works Wednesday, Thursday and Friday managing our office, preparing bulletins and the e-news, and many other tasks. See more details Council Council May 13, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm See more details • •	14 Green Gargoyle Crew Green Gargoyle Crew May 14, 2026 9:00 am - 11:30 am First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA The Green Gargoyle crew reviews and sorts donations and arranges the displays of merchandise. See more details Office 9-2 Lynne Mix Office 9-2 Lynne Mix May 14, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Lynne works Wednesday, Thursday and Friday managing our office, preparing bulletins and the e-news, and many other tasks. See more details Trustees Trustees May 14, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm See more details • • •	15 Bible Study with Pastor Jennifer Bible Study with Pastor Jennifer May 15, 2026 9:00 am - 10:15 am A time for prayers, reflection, and study with an emphasis on relating the text of the week to our lives today. All are welcome! See more details Office 9-2 Lynne Mix Office 9-2 Lynne Mix May 15, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Lynne works Wednesday, Thursday and Friday managing our office, preparing bulletins and the e-news, and many other tasks. See more details Green Gargoyle Store Green Gargoyle Store May 15, 2026 10:00 am - 2:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Organized by Carol Simisky and Sharon Stevens Household Items, Women's and Men's Clothing, Children's and Baby Clothes, Seasonal Items & Household Decor, Glassware, Jewelry, Handbags, Quilts, Shoes, and a Bookstore!. Come check us out! See more details • • •	16 Green Gargoyle Store Green Gargoyle Store May 16, 2026 10:00 am - 1:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Organized by Carol Simisky and Sharon Stevens Household Items, Women's and Men's Clothing, Children's and Baby Clothes, Seasonal Items & Household Decor, Glassware, Jewelry, Handbags, Quilts, Shoes, and a Bookstore!. Come check us out! See more details •
17 Worship Service & Sunday School Worship Service & Sunday School May 17, 2026 9:30 am - 10:30 am Worship service with music, scripture readings and message. Sunday School program for children. Come and join us every week for a fun-filled, meaningful morning of songs, stories, crafts, snacks and meeting of new and old friends! See more details Sunday Lunch @ Senior Center Sunday Lunch @ Senior Center May 17, 2026 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Dalton Senior Center, 40 Field St Ext, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Organized by Joyce Lacatell All ages are welcome. The usual host groups will continue to do the cooking and serving. Come help us celebrate! See more details Hikes to the Cobbles! Hikes to the Cobbles! May 17, 2026 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Join us for a fun-filled hike with a beautiful view of Cheshire Lake from the summit of the Cobbles. This is a moderately challenging hike with some elevation. More details to follow. See more details • • •	18 Office Closed Office Closed May 18, 2026 First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA See more details Monday Morning Cleaning Crew Monday Morning Cleaning Crew May 18, 2026 9:00 am - 11:00 am First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Organized by Nancy Smith Do you need a little physical activity and the added bonus of some social time? Help us to keep our worship space clean. Come and join the Monday Morning Cleaning Crew. See more details • •	19 Office 9-2 Jeri Galletly Office 9-2 Jeri Galletly May 19, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Jeri handles phone calls, visitors, and many other office tasks with a smile. See more details Food Pantry at DUMC Food Pantry at DUMC May 19, 2026 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Volunteers are always welcome to help distribute food and necessary items to area residents. Meet at the Dalton United Methodist Church, corners of Main Street and North Street. See more details Cub Scout Pack 3042 Cub Scout Pack 3042 May 19, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Cub Scout Pack 42 den and pack meetings, held most weeks except for holidays and school vacations. Girls and boys in grades 1 through 5 are eligible to join. For more information, follow this Facebook link. See more details Boy Scout Troop 4 Boy Scout Troop 4 May 19, 2026 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Troop meetings held most weeks except for holidays and school vacations. For more information, contact Tim Crocker, 413-822-5839. See more details • • • •	20 Office 9-2 Lynne Mix Office 9-2 Lynne Mix May 20, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Lynne works Wednesday, Thursday and Friday managing our office, preparing bulletins and the e-news, and many other tasks. See more details •	21 Green Gargoyle Crew Green Gargoyle Crew May 21, 2026 9:00 am - 11:30 am First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA The Green Gargoyle crew reviews and sorts donations and arranges the displays of merchandise. See more details Office 9-2 Lynne Mix Office 9-2 Lynne Mix May 21, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Lynne works Wednesday, Thursday and Friday managing our office, preparing bulletins and the e-news, and many other tasks. See more details Evening Chapel Service Evening Chapel Service May 21, 2026 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm Our Chapel service opens with a hymn sing of familiar and new songs, led by Allen Livermore, followed by a short service of scripture, prayers, and a message from Pastor Jennifer. Seasonal refreshments to follow. All are welcome! See more details • • •	22 Bible Study with Pastor Jennifer Bible Study with Pastor Jennifer May 22, 2026 9:00 am - 10:15 am A time for prayers, reflection, and study with an emphasis on relating the text of the week to our lives today. All are welcome! See more details Office 9-2 Lynne Mix Office 9-2 Lynne Mix May 22, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Lynne works Wednesday, Thursday and Friday managing our office, preparing bulletins and the e-news, and many other tasks. See more details Green Gargoyle Store Green Gargoyle Store May 22, 2026 10:00 am - 2:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Organized by Carol Simisky and Sharon Stevens Household Items, Women's and Men's Clothing, Children's and Baby Clothes, Seasonal Items & Household Decor, Glassware, Jewelry, Handbags, Quilts, Shoes, and a Bookstore!. Come check us out! See more details • • •	23 Green Gargoyle Store Green Gargoyle Store May 23, 2026 10:00 am - 1:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Organized by Carol Simisky and Sharon Stevens Household Items, Women's and Men's Clothing, Children's and Baby Clothes, Seasonal Items & Household Decor, Glassware, Jewelry, Handbags, Quilts, Shoes, and a Bookstore!. Come check us out! See more details •
24 Worship Service & Sunday School Worship Service & Sunday School May 24, 2026 9:30 am - 10:30 am Worship service with music, scripture readings and message. Sunday School program for children. Come and join us every week for a fun-filled, meaningful morning of songs, stories, crafts, snacks and meeting of new and old friends! See more details Crossroads Contemplation Crossroads Contemplation May 24, 2026 10:45 am - 12:00 pm Crossroads Contemplation is a monthly gathering for prayer and reflection, led by Pastor Jennifer. The group offers a space to discuss the challenges and the wonders of following Jesus. New members always welcome. See more details • •	25 Office Closed Office Closed May 25, 2026 First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA See more details Monday Morning Cleaning Crew Monday Morning Cleaning Crew May 25, 2026 9:00 am - 11:00 am First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Organized by Nancy Smith Do you need a little physical activity and the added bonus of some social time? Help us to keep our worship space clean. Come and join the Monday Morning Cleaning Crew. See more details Christian Education Christian Education May 25, 2026 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Monthly meeting including Pastor Jennifer See more details • • •	26 Office 9-2 Jeri Galletly Office 9-2 Jeri Galletly May 26, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Jeri handles phone calls, visitors, and many other office tasks with a smile. See more details Food Pantry at DUMC Food Pantry at DUMC May 26, 2026 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Volunteers are always welcome to help distribute food and necessary items to area residents. Meet at the Dalton United Methodist Church, corners of Main Street and North Street. See more details Cub Scout Pack 3042 Cub Scout Pack 3042 May 26, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Cub Scout Pack 42 den and pack meetings, held most weeks except for holidays and school vacations. Girls and boys in grades 1 through 5 are eligible to join. For more information, follow this Facebook link. See more details Boy Scout Troop 4 Boy Scout Troop 4 May 26, 2026 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Troop meetings held most weeks except for holidays and school vacations. For more information, contact Tim Crocker, 413-822-5839. See more details • • • •	27 Office 9-2 Lynne Mix Office 9-2 Lynne Mix May 27, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Lynne works Wednesday, Thursday and Friday managing our office, preparing bulletins and the e-news, and many other tasks. See more details Technology Committee Technology Committee May 27, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm See more details • •	28 Green Gargoyle Crew Green Gargoyle Crew May 28, 2026 9:00 am - 11:30 am First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA The Green Gargoyle crew reviews and sorts donations and arranges the displays of merchandise. See more details Office 9-2 Lynne Mix Office 9-2 Lynne Mix May 28, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Lynne works Wednesday, Thursday and Friday managing our office, preparing bulletins and the e-news, and many other tasks. See more details • •	29 Bible Study with Pastor Jennifer Bible Study with Pastor Jennifer May 29, 2026 9:00 am - 10:15 am A time for prayers, reflection, and study with an emphasis on relating the text of the week to our lives today. All are welcome! See more details Office 9-2 Lynne Mix Office 9-2 Lynne Mix May 29, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Lynne works Wednesday, Thursday and Friday managing our office, preparing bulletins and the e-news, and many other tasks. See more details Green Gargoyle Store Green Gargoyle Store May 29, 2026 10:00 am - 2:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Organized by Carol Simisky and Sharon Stevens Household Items, Women's and Men's Clothing, Children's and Baby Clothes, Seasonal Items & Household Decor, Glassware, Jewelry, Handbags, Quilts, Shoes, and a Bookstore!. Come check us out! See more details • • •	30 Green Gargoyle Store Green Gargoyle Store May 30, 2026 10:00 am - 1:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Organized by Carol Simisky and Sharon Stevens Household Items, Women's and Men's Clothing, Children's and Baby Clothes, Seasonal Items & Household Decor, Glassware, Jewelry, Handbags, Quilts, Shoes, and a Bookstore!. Come check us out! See more details •
31 Worship Service & Sunday School Worship Service & Sunday School May 31, 2026 9:30 am - 10:30 am Worship service with music, scripture readings and message. Sunday School program for children. Come and join us every week for a fun-filled, meaningful morning of songs, stories, crafts, snacks and meeting of new and old friends! See more details •

Lenten Music Series

Dalton United Methodist Church

755 Main Street, Dalton

Concerts are held Sundays at 3:00 with refreshments to follow. A free-will offering will be taken. All are welcome to enjoy this inspiring music.

March 8 – Tommy T. Black Velvet & Jackson

March 15 – Cross Talk Praise Band

March 22 – Berkshire First Church of the Nazarene Praise Band

March 29 – Becket Praise Team

Light Up the Holidays 2025!

Join us for our annual community Christmas Carol Sing-a-Long on Saturday, December 6, at 6:00 p.m! Our sing-a-long will feature familiar Christmas songs, hand-bell ringers and guest musicians. We will serve hot chocolate as folks brave the early winter air to Sample special treats offered by our local businesses and Santa visits the CRA to light the Christmas Tree. More details should be available in the Berkshire Eagle this week.

Thursday Evening Chapel Services

Our Chapel Service begins with singing led by Allen Livermore, followed by scripture and reflection from Pastor Jennifer. Chapel Service is offered most months on the 3rd or 4th Thursday with a casual social time and refreshments following. Check our calendar (above) for specific dates in the coming months. Our Chapel is located on the opposite side of the church from the Sanctuary. Parking and the entrance door can be found on the 1st church driveway after you pass the stoplight at Carson Avenue (if traveling south on Main Street). When facing the church from Main Street, this driveway is on the right-hand side of our property. All are welcome!

Haystacks & Snowflakes Annual Bazaar

Saturday, November 23, 2025, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Our annual bazaar features a Silent Auction, Bake Sale, Basket Raffles, Hand-crafted Items, and Holiday Items. Lunch will be served from 11:30 to 1:30. The Green Gargoyle Gift & Thrift Shop & Bookstore offers quality clothing, household goods, decorations and books for every interest. Click here to view the poste r. We have spaces for independent crafters and vendors – click here for the application.

The Community Thanksgiving Service, which rotates between area churches, will be held this year at Berkshire First Church of the Nazarene at 165 North Street, Dalton on Sunday, November 23, at 6:30 p.m. Any and all community members are welcome to attend!

“For Who’s to Judge?”

The Reverend Brent Damrow, pastor of First Congregational Church of Stockbridge, will return for a second evening of presentation and discussion of Paul’s letter to the Romans. His last presentation left those in attendance wanting to hear more. We will begin at 5:30 p.m. with a free and delicious soup supper followed by a little music. The presentation will begin at 6 p.m. It is not necessary to have attended the first session.
Please bring a Bible. This event is sponsored by the ONA Committee.

Free soup supper at 5:30 – short hymn sing – presentation will begin at 6:15.

Thursday, November 7, 2024 in Fellowship Hall

Past Services

Worship In Person

9:30 am Sunday
514 Main Street
Dalton, MA 01226

Worship Virtually

We will continue to offer the viewing of our worship services through You Tube and Facebook. The log-in and call-in information is provided in the worship bulletin. If you need assistance please call the church office at
(413) 684-1715

"Rejoice always; pray without ceasing; in everything give thanks."
Thessalonians 5:16-18

May 2026

Past Services

Worship In Person

Worship Virtually