Circle of Sisters Book Club
2025-04-30 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
Under the Banner of Heaven: A Story of Violent Faith
by Jon Krakauer
April 30th
Defying both civil authorities and the Mormon establishment in Salt Lake City, the renegade leaders of these Taliban-like theocracies are zealots who answer only to God; some 40,000 people still practice polygamy in these communities. At the core of Krakauer’s book are brothers Ron and Dan Lafferty, who insist they received a commandment from God to kill a blameless woman and her baby girl. Beginning with a meticulously researched account of this appalling double murder, Krakauer constructs a multi-layered, bone-chilling narrative of messianic delusion, polygamy, savage violence, and unyielding faith. Along the way he uncovers a shadowy offshoot of America’s fastest growing religion and raises provocative questions about the nature of religious belief.

Simply Remember Your Favorite Things
2025-05-03 11:00 - 13:00
Join us on May 3 from 11 AM – 1 PM for a Circle of Sisters fellowship event, “Simply Remember Your Favorite Things!” Bring a gift around $15 of your favorite thing, wrapped in a brown paper package tied up with string! Please bring your favorite dish for the potluck, wear your favorite outfit, and bring your favorite friend, as we celebrate the simple joys that bring us closer to God and to each other.

Adult Electives - Joing Adult Bible Study led by Toni Kramlik
2025-05-04 10:30 - 11:30

Philly German Brass
2025-05-04 14:00 - 15:30 | Zwingli United Church of Christ, 350 Wile Ave, Souderton, PA 18964, USA
PHILLY GERMAN BRASS CONCERT on Sunday, May 4, 2025 @ 2 pm. Join us for this free concert at Zwingli United Church of Christ, 350 Wile Avenue, Souderton, PA. Questions? Call 215-723-1186.

Mother's Day Bouquet Fundraiser
2025-05-11 09:00 - 12:00
Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 11. Do you need a gift to give to your mother or mother figure on that special day? The Youth will be selling small flower bouquets and candy on Mother’s Day for that special person in your life. All money raised will go towards the Youth Mission Trip.

Adult Electives - Jonathan Widgins and Angela Mosby's Trip to Europe
2025-05-11 10:30 - 11:30

Branch Creek Taphouse Fundraiser - Youth Mission Trip
2025-05-14 18:00 - 21:00 | Branch Creek Taphouse, 30 W. Chestnut Street, Souderton, PA, 18964, United States
SAVE THE DATE!
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
6-9pm
Youth Mission Trip Fundraiser
Branch Creek Taphouse
30 W. Chestnut Street, Souderton
Live Music with Mike Greer & Vinny Martello
Raffle Baskets & 50/50

Intergenerational Sunday School - Peyton Heart Project
2025-05-18 10:30 - 11:30

Walking Club
2025-05-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Souderton Park, 447 Wile Ave, Souderton, PA
In the current political situation, many of us are feeling scared, stressed-out, unable to control our situation, and are looking for support. One recommendation to deal with stress is to get exercise. Our DEI Team has started a Walking Club to support one another and to begin exercising to help both our physical and our mental health.
Join us on Tuesdays from 6-7pm at Souderton Community Park, 447 Wile Avenue, Souderton. We will meet near the pavilion and follow the path around the park.
All ages and abilities are welcome. If you have medical concerns, please consult your physician before joining the walk.
Lisa Cinciripini will be leading the pack along with the DEI Team: Kathy Pendleton, Sue Wack, Carolyn Leake, Joan Yeager, Pastor Alan. If you have any questions, please contact Lisa at office@zwingli.org

Zwingli Nursery School Graduation
2025-05-21 10:30 - 11:00

Zwingli Summer Sunday Social
2025-05-25 13:00 - 16:00 | Bishops Winer, 2730 Hilltown Pike, Perkasie, PA
Once a month from May-September on a Sunday afternoon, join us for fellowship at local wineries/breweries. Join us for good conversation, live music, tasty wine/beer, and the great outdoors!
Bring a snack to share and a lawn chair or blanket to sit on.
No need to sign up, just show up. We will set up as group. Look for the purple canopy!
This event is open to all ages. Friendly dogs are welcome at some of the venues. Food is offered at some of the venues. Please check their website for more information.
Cost: Whatever you choose to buy. There is no cover charge.
Dates/Places:
May 25 – Bishops Winery, 2730 Hilltown Pike, Perkasie, PA 18944
https://www.bishopestatepa.com/

Miller Keystone Blood Drive
2025-05-27 12:00 - 20:00

PSEC Spring Annual Meeting
2025-05-31 08:00 - 17:00
Theme: Love Builds a Bigger Table
Welcome to the Spring Annual Meeting of the Pennsylvania Southeast Conference of the United Church of Christ—the second to last meeting of our historic Conference! We will gather in faith, fellowship, and forward-thinking mission. This year, we celebrate our shared commitment to God’s calling, exploring new opportunities for ministry in the Keystone Conference, and strengthening the bonds that unite our churches and people in service and love. Come to a time of worship, learning, and collaboration to inspire your faith in the abundant grace that keeps this world.
The meeting will begin promptly at 9:00 am with registration opening at 8:30am. Plans are to have the meeting over by 5:00 pm of course this is always depending on the amount of discussion time each topic takes.

Graduation Sunday
2025-06-08 09:00 - 10:00
We are excited to announce that Graduation Sunday will be held on June 8. Do you have a graduate or know someone who is graduating? Please email the Church office at office@zwingli.org so we can celebrate their accomplishment together on June 8. We hope you can join us for this special occasion.

Souderton Community Churches Worship in the Park
2025-06-22 10:00 - 11:00 | Souderton Park, 447 Wile Ave, Souderton, PA
On Sunday, June 22nd, Zwingli UCC will join with four other Souderton churches for worship in Souderton Park. The morning will begin at 9:30am for those who would like to enjoy free donuts and water bottles, continue with pre-service music at 9:45 with the Family Worship service beginning at 10:00am. The service will be led by local pastors and lay persons from the five churches.

We last came together in 2019BC (before Covid) for this ecumenical service, a wonderful and Spirit filled time together.
Please bring along lawn chairs and/or a blanket to sit in/on. Loose monetary offerings, as well as canned goods, will be received for Keystone Opportunity Center. You are also welcome to bring along your offerings for Zwingli church in your church envelope or simply drop it off at the office, give electronically, or give online.

In case of inclement weather, the service will be held at Souderton Mennonite Church. We will notify folk Saturday, June 21 in the evening if weather necessitates the change in venue.

We look forward to worshipping with our Christian siblings and ecumenical partners who work together in ministry and fellowship. The other churches participating are Emmanuel Lutheran Church, Souderton Brethren in Christ, Souderton Mennonite Church and Zion Mennonite Church. If you have questions, please be in touch with Pastor Butch or Pastor Alan.

3rd Annual SAFA Pride Picnic
2025-06-22 14:00 - 18:00
Join us for a fun-filled Pride-filled day on Sunday, June 22, 2025 from 2-6pm. There will be food, trivia, games, crafts, story time, a doggy pride parade, lots of vendors, DJ and resources!

Pride at the Market
2025-06-28 09:00 - 12:00
Join us at ther Perkasie Farmers Market on Saturday, June 28 from 9am – Noon. 7th Street, Perkasie.

Zwingli Summer Sunday Social
2025-06-29 13:00 - 16:00
Once a month from May-September on a Sunday afternoon, join us for fellowship at local wineries/breweries. Join us for good conversation, live music, tasty wine/beer, and the great outdoors!

Bring a snack to share and a lawn chair or blanket to sit on.
No need to sign up, just show up. We will set up as group. Look for the purple canopy!

This event is open to all ages. Friendly dogs are welcome at some of the venues. Food is offered at some of the venues. Please check their website for more information.

Cost: Whatever you choose to buy. There is no cover charge.

Dates/Places:

June 29 – Brass Collar Brewery, 100 South Front Street, Souderton, PA 18964 https://www.brasscollarbrewingco.com/ Seating is provided.

Zwingli Summer Sunday Social
2025-07-20 13:00 - 16:00
Once a month from May-September on a Sunday afternoon, join us for fellowship at local wineries/breweries. Join us for good conversation, live music, tasty wine/beer, and the great outdoors!
Bring a snack to share and a lawn chair or blanket to sit on.
No need to sign up, just show up. We will set up as group. Look for the purple canopy!
This event is open to all ages. Friendly dogs are welcome at some of the venues. Food is offered at some of the venues. Please check their website for more information.
Cost: Whatever you choose to buy. There is no cover charge.
Dates/Places:
July 20 – Adello’s Winery, 21 Simmons Rd, Perkiomenville, PA 18074 http://adellowines.com/

Indian Valley Community Blood Drive
2025-07-22 13:00 - 19:00, 2025-08-26 13:00 - 19:00, 2025-09-23 13:00 - 19:00 | FLC
Miller-Keystone Blood Drive – Donate life saving blood on the fourth Tuesday of every month from 1:00-7:00 pm in the Family Life Center at Zwingli UCC. Signup can be completed at www.giveapint.org. If you plan to give Platelets, click the Platelet tab before choosing your time slot. If you plan to give double-red cells, key 2RBC in the comments space. Thank you!

Worship at Perkasie Park
2025-07-27 10:30 - 12:30
The Shepherds and pastors invite everyone to attend the annual worship service and luncheon at Perkasie Park on July 27th. We’ll begin with worship at 10:30 am, followed by a luncheon after the service. Over the last few years, members of Zwingli UCC, Ridge Valley UCC, Trinity UCC and park residents have come together for worship and fellowship, a “new” tradition we have enjoyed. Please watch for more information, on the Shepherds bulletin board or in our weekly bulletin, coming soon.

Souderton 3rd Fridays
2025-08-15 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-09-19 18:00 - 21:00
Zwingli has signed up for Souderton’s Third Fridays. The dates are August 15, September 19 and October 17. Please consider signing up to help at the Zwingli Table. It is a great way to get Zwingli’s name and mission of our church out the community. A table and information to hand out will be available. Look for more information in the coming weeks.
On every 3rd Friday, from May through October, folks from all over flock to Souderton, PA for a monthly street event in the hollow. On these evenings, they meet up with friends, old and new, while shopping and enjoying music, food and beverages.
At every 3rd Friday event, Main Street is filled with local crafters and artists offering unique goods, service professionals providing information, nonprofits spreading positivity and two bands playing original and cover music. Enjoy the flavors of local food trucks, breweries and a distillery.
And, of course, the Kid’s Zone is a favorite of families with young children.
Experience local art and design galleries, which stay open late specifically for 3rd Friday. Venture up the hill and you’ll find unique dining, craft cocktails and a restored 100 year old cinema. Bring the family and invite your friends for a relaxing and fun time. Well behaved, leashed dogs are welcome too!

Zwingli Summer Sunday Social
2025-08-17 13:00 - 16:00
Once a month from May-September on a Sunday afternoon, join us for fellowship at local wineries/breweries. Join us for good conversation, live music, tasty wine/beer, and the great outdoors!

Bring a snack to share and a lawn chair or blanket to sit on.
No need to sign up, just show up. We will set up as group. Look for the purple canopy!

This event is open to all ages. Friendly dogs are welcome at some of the venues. Food is offered at some of the venues. Please check their website for more information.

Cost: Whatever you choose to buy. There is no cover charge.

Dates/Places:

August 17 – Branch Creek Taphouse, 30 W. Chestnut St., Souderton, PA 18964 https://www.branchcreektaps.com/ Seating is provided.

Adult Electives Class - Pamoza The Power of Working with Families
2025-09-14 10:30 - 11:30
Join us as we hear from Mike Mtika, founder of Pamoza International, and Temwa Wright, Executive Director, about how God is transforming families in Malawi through the Family Sponsorship Ministry. Using Pamoza’s C.H.I.E.F. approach – Character, Health, Income generation, Education, and Food security – vulnerable families are experiencing lasting change. Come and discover the powerful impact of this ministry and learn how you can be part of bringing hope and transformation to families in need.

Zwingli Summer Sunday Social - Evansburg Vineyards
2025-09-14 13:30 - 16:30 | Evansburg Vineyards, 3857 Germantown Pike, Collegeville, PA, 3857 Germantown Pike, Collegeville, 19426, United States
Join us at our last Zwingli Summer Sunday Social for 2025! September 14 – Evansburg Vineyards, 3857 Germantown Pike, Collegeville, PA 19426 https://evansburgvineyards.com/
There are a couple differences for this winery:

No outside food.
Our reservation is 1:30-4:30pm
Tables/chairs are provided. No chairs/canopies needed.

We hope you will join us for fellowship and enjoy some good conversation, live music, tasty wine/beer, and the great outdoors! No need to sign up, just show up.
This event is open to all ages. Friendly dogs are welcome here. Outside food is no longer permitted at this winery since they opened their own kitchen last year. Click https://evansburgvineyards.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/THE-BISTRO-2.8-online.pdf for the menu and check out what they have to offer! Cost: Whatever you choose to buy. There is no cover charge. See Lisa Cinciripini with questions.

Adult Electives Class - Suicide Prevention
2025-09-21 10:30 - 11:30
September is recognized as National Suicide Prevention Month. It’s a time dedicated to raising awareness about suicide prevention, promoting hope, and encouraging individuals to seek help and support if they are struggling with suicidal thoughts or ideation. Join Kristie Lowery at 10:30 am in the Parlor

MaMa Bears Film Screening and Discussion
2025-09-25 19:00 - 21:30 | Zwingli Sanctuary, 350 Wile Ave, Souderton, PA, 18964
Join us for our next faith and film discussion, after we watch the documentary “Mama Bears” on Thursday, September 25 at 7 PM.
Here’s the synopsis: Spread across the country but connected through private Facebook groups, they call themselves “mama bears” because while their love is warm and fuzzy, they fight ferociously to make the world kinder and safer for all LGBTQ+ people. Although some may have grown up as fundamentalist, evangelical Christians, mama bears are willing to risk losing friends, family, and faith communities to keep their offspring safe—even if it challenges their belief systems and rips their worlds apart.
MAMA BEARS is an intimate, thought-provoking exploration of the journeys taken by Sara Cunningham and Kimberly Shappley, two “mama bears” —whose profound love for their LGBTQ children has turned them into fierce advocates for the entire queer community — and Tammi Terrell Morris, a young African American lesbian whose struggle for self-acceptance perfectly exemplifies why the mama bears are so vitally important.
This film is meant to jumpstart respectful, deep-listening
conversations between Christian and LGBTQ+ communities in a safe, open environment facilitated by leaders trained in nonviolent communication.
