Since 1966 St. Thomas the Apostle Church at 733 Oxford Road has faithfully served parishioners, which now includes about 1,100 households. It is located in a quintessential New England church structure on about three acres. St. Thomas has youth groups, a choir and faith groups for men and women.
Milford Fine Arts Council is a nonprofit organization that provides Milford and surrounding communities with opportunities to hone their artistic abilities and to gain exposure. The Milford Fine Arts Council offers memberships, which provide members with workshops, weekly events, committees and exhibits. The Milford Fine Arts Council has been around since 1971 and is located directly next to the Milford Railroad.
St. John the Evangelist Episcopal Church has a long history in the Yalesville section of Wallingford. Located at its current site since 1869, the original structure was torn down in 1960. The distinctive A-Frame you see today on Church Street was rebuilt in 1960 on the original foundation. St. John the Evangelist boasts a small but dedicated congregation. It has been independent since 1980.
Sunday services at First Church of Christ, Scientist begin at 10:30am and including readings from the bible and from the textbook of Christian Science "Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures," by Mary Baker Eddy. Sunday school begins at 10:30am for children and young people to the age of 20. A children's room provides care for infants and small children during all services.
Wednesday meetings start at 7:30pm and feature readings from the bible and from Eddy's writings. Attendees are welcome to share personal accounts of healing and spiritual insights. The meeting also includes prayer and hymn singing.
The reading room is a community bookstore and reading center for the exploration of spiritual healing, prayer and spirituality. It is located at 63 Broad Street.
Connecticut River Watershed Council is a private, not-for-profit environmental watchdog that advocates for the protection of the entire four-state 11,000-square-mile Connecticut River watershed (including the river's tributaries, lakes, plants, fish, insects and other animals). Based in Greenfield, Mass., the council works to restore migratory fisheries, guide development, fight pollution and educate policymakers and the public about the river. It also works to promote the enjoyment of the watershed's natural resources and recreational opportunities. The CRWC is represented in the field in the four watershed states of Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts and Connecticut by three river stewards, one of whom is based in Middletown.
Middlesex Professional Service is a physician association in Middletown. According to its website, the company specializes in improving healthcare delivery through use of clinical systems and efficient technology. The organization's membership includes more than 400 physicians.
The Church of Christ is led by Pastor Walter Pitman and runs a weekly service and Sunday school. It has a comprehensive outreach program as well, including work in soup kitchens, mission trips and support of Safe Haven shelters.
Planned Parenthood is located in the Conti Building at 415 Howe Avenue in Shelton. It offers sexual health, body image and birth control services, information and health advice. Planned Parenthood aims to provide people with accurate sexual health information in order to promote sexual and general well-being, especially among younger patients. Visit Planned Parenthood's website for information on how you can volunteer and get involved in its educational mission.
The Jewish Federation of Western CT is a charitable association created to unite Jewish communities and host a wide variety of programs and services. Their building also hosts the B'nai Israel and Beth El Synogogues.
They operate the Brownstein Jewish Family Service, which provides family aid like finding social service agencies, nursing homes or shelters. They also collect funds for aid for sister communities in Israel and the former Soviet Union and sponsor a variety of educational programs.
The Connecticut Valley Hindu Temple Society is located in Middletown. Hindu services at Connecticut Valley Hindu Temple are held (April to October): Weekdays, 9am - 12pm, 6pm - 9pm, weekends, 9am - 9pm (April - October). From November to March: Weekdays, 9am - 12pm, 5pm - 8pm; weekends, 9am - 8pm.
The First Baptist Church of Wallingford offers worship services at 10 a.m. Sundays. It also has an "Hour of Power Educational Session" for all ages. High school and college youth groups meet at 4 p.m. Sundays and junior high youth groups meet at 11:30 a.m.
Rolling hills accentuated by vibrant foliage and majestic trees are just some of what you'll see on the grounds of the Kings Highway Cemetery. The newest addition to the Kings Highway Cemetery is the beautiful memorial wall, located in the southwest portion, that faces both the sunrise and sunset. The groundskeepers are committed to the maintenance and upkeep of the grounds, preserving its attractive beauty and peaceful atmosphere. The friendly staff is always willing to address any concerns or inquiries.
Saint Margaret Mary Church is located on Long Hill Ave. in Shelton and is a Roman Catholic congregation. Masses are held every day with three different services available on Sundays. Monsignor Thomas J. Whalen is the lead pastor, and Reverends Christopher J. Samele and Nello Barachini are also in available at Saint Margaret Mary's.
The roots of First Congregational Church of Wallingford reach deep into the history of the town. Founded in 1675, the Congregational Church stands at attention along the parade grounds, high on the hill, at South Main and Center Street, overlooking the town.
The church is a member of the United Church of Christ. Reverend Dean Warburton is the Senior Minister of the First Congregational Church.
Sunday school at Faith Christian Assembly is at 9:30am; worship services begin at 10:30am. There's also an 8am Sunday prayer service.
The church is involved with the community, boasts a large congregation and has a youth group that meets Thursday at 6pm and a Tuesday prayer group that meets at 10:30am.
Worship, education and service are the cornerstones of First United Methodist Church. Reverend Karen Cook has served as Pastor since 2000. She and the church are very involved in social outreach missions that include local shelters, food pantries and international charitable work.
First United Methodist Church is located across from Rock Hill Elementary School, on Rock Hill Road. It sits high on its property in an A-frame building and features a lovely meditation garden with stone benches and plantings.
Founded in 1954, the Milford Chamber of Commerce is a community organization headquartered on Broad Street. The chamber seeks to foster business and community cooperation and growth throughout the Milford area. Visit the Milford Chamber of Commerce Web site for events, participation and community resource information.
