Author: Joseph Klimavich

The Federated Church of Sturbridge & Fiskdale invites the local community to attend its second annual Family Fun Day and Open House from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, August 9, 2025, on the church grounds at 8 Maple Street, Sturbridge. The event is open to the general public free of charge and no advance registration is required.

According to Reverend David W. Cote, pastor, the event will include a cookout prepared by the church men’s and women’s groups, Crossroads and Koinonia. “All are welcome to attend the cookout with church members for conversation and fellowship,” he said.

“This year we’re delighted to welcome back officers from the Sturbridge Police and Fire departments,” according to Pastor Dave. “Kids will have an opportunity to meet K9 comfort dog, ‘Rocky,’ and K9 search and rescue dog, ‘Raya,’ and their trainers, Officers Colby Tytula and Garrett Danna.”

Sturbridge Scout Troop 161, which meets at the church on Sunday evenings, will organize a variety of children’s games on the church lawn, along with Sturbridge Girl Scout Troop 65092. Kathy Krikorian will offer face painting, and Judy LaVergne will be offering story time in Fellowship Hall. Music director, Andrew Kosiba is pleased to welcome local musician Peter James L’Esperance to entertain guests. L’Esperance, who also goes by the name Morning Son, plays a mix of folk, rock, jazz and Americana originals and covers.

“Parents and children in attendance will have an opportunity to attend a meet-and-greet in Fellowship Hall with a few of our CORI-certified Sunday School teachers,” said Pastor Dave. “Our staff is always available during the Sunday service to supervise up to 25 children, aged 6 months to 10 years of age while their parents attend church. Our Sunday School encourages Christian morals and ethics, within their understanding and age level, through story time, videos, crafts, and other activities aligned with that Sunday’s teachings and sermons.”

The Federated Church of Sturbridge & Fiskdale joyfully celebrates Christ’s presence and God’s grace in our lives. Community members are welcome and invited to join in worship on Sunday mornings at 9:30 a.m. Services are also live streamed on the church’s Facebook page. For more information, call 774-304-1021 or visit sturfed.org.

The Federated Church of Sturbridge and Fiskdale has announced it will once again offer its popular Vacation Bible Camp this summer. According to Rev. David W. Cote, this year’s camp will take place from July 21 – 25, 2025 from 9 a.m. to noon on church property at 8 Maple Street, Sturbridge, between Town Hall and the Joshua Hyde Library.

The theme for this year’s camp is “Live it Out.” Participating children will have an opportunity to focus on five key aspects of faith—love, live, share, forgiveness, and service—each rooted in a Bible story that encourages them to embody these values in their daily lives. This emphasizes practical application, guiding children to live out their faith through tangible actions that reflect Christ’s teachings.

“We’ve heard it before: Actions speak louder than words,” says Pastor Dave. “ So, what does that look like for followers of Jesus? It means more than just learning the stories in the Bible. At this year’s vacation bible camp, kids will learn those stories, but then they will be empowered to move their faith into action.”

The program, which will involve storytelling, games, crafts, and snacks, will be run by CORI-certified teachers who practice SafeChurch policy.

The Federated Church Vacation Bible Camp is open free of charge to all children in the community, ages 6 – 12, but pre-registration is requested. Please call the Church Office at (774) 304-1021 or email them at churchoffice@sturfed.org. The office is also open Tuesday through Friday from 9 a.m. to noon.

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