JCOGS Mitzvah Day Tikkun Olam Projects and Community Soup Dinner  Sign up- Monday January 20th-MLK Day

Honor Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy through service, community, and care.  


“Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’” – Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

  • January 20, 2025
  • Participate in meaningful Tikkun Olam (repairing the world) 
  • Projects throughout the afternoon 12:30-4:30pm (see below for details)
  • Culminating event: Simple Community Soup Meal from 4:30-6pm - All are welcome from JCOGS and the greater community! 
  • This form can be used to review all the options and to check off what you hope to attend! 
  • Sign up below! 
  • Make sure to click "Submit" at the very end of this form for your information to be submitted!
  • Look through the whole form to learn more about all of the opportunities! Feel free to sign up for one Mitzvah Day project or as many as you feel comfortable.

Whether you’re in Stowe or want to contribute remotely or in advance, there’s a way for everyone to get involved! Even if you can't make it on this day, please read below about tikkun olam initiatives at JCOGS now and into the future. 

Check out https://www.jcogs.org/tikkun-olam

Email jcogs@jcogs.org with questions.

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I would like to participate in JCOGS Tikkun Olam initiatives and be kept posted throughout the year. 
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Community Simple Soup Meal: Nourishing the Dream: Sign up below to attend and/or volunteer

Community Simple Soup Meal: Nourishing the Dream

January 20, 4:30-6pm @JCOGS

All are welcome to join in a meal of vegetarian soups, breads, and desserts provided with love by our members and other volunteers. 

*Suggested monetary donations will help fund our tikkun olam initiatives including our community cooking that supports meals for local homeless shelters in our region.

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Volunteer for the Community Simple Soup Meal @JCOGS
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Lead: Amy W. and Barb S.
Tikkun Olam Projects - Check out all of the options below and sign up! 
I can attend Mitzvah Day on January 20th, reviewed the opportunities listed below and want to be placed where I am needed most. (If you choose this option, we will be in touch with you to discuss)
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January 20, 12:30-4:30pm @JCOGS
Help out with welcoming people throughout the day and support JCOGS projects and needs around the building. Lead: Shelly C. and Olivia E. 
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Chesed: Practicing the Art of Kindness

January 20, 2:30-4:30pm @JCOGS or TBD if at home or visiting someone at their home

The JCOGS Chesed Committee seeks volunteers to help increase our communal light throughout the year through small acts of kindness. 

Leads: Amy H an Sephirah O. 

On this Mitzvah Day, I am able to: 

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January 20, 1-3pm @ UCC Morrisville

The UCC Church in Morrisville is extending its “Breakfast on Us” program to include full days on Mondays so people have a warm place to gather (since the library is closed on Mondays).

Come join us at the United Community Church in Morrisville as part of our Mitzvah Day, in honor of MLK Jr. Planned is a fun, engaging interfaith warming happening! We will be making soup and sandwiches for lunch to warm & nourish. The kettle will be on for hot tea and sweets. And music and singing will be in the air to soothe and awaken the joy of community.

Lead: Patti Rubin

(*If you are volunteering for this project, please check "Sign me up!" and in the other section write how many people you are registering and who they are)

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January 20, 12:30-4:30pm @JCOGS
Cooking for and Nourishing Others:
Already have enough helpers but please let us know below if you are interested in this ongoing initiative! 
Cooking for Lamoille Community House and Good Samaritan Shelters 
There are limited spots, please also choose a second choice.
(*If you are volunteering for this project, please check Sign me up and in the other section write how many people you are registering and who they are)
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Lead: Stacy B

January 20, 2:30-4:30pm @JCOGS
Cooking/Baking with Kids
(*If you are volunteering for this project, please check Sign me up and in the other section write how many people you are registering and who they are)
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Lead: Amy May

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January 20, 2:30-4:30pm @JCOGS
Sorting and delivering donated winter gear and other items 
Needed items: general winter gear, men and women's pants gently used, winter boots and snow pants all sizes, sneakers and hiking boots, gentle used bath towels, washcloths, and hand towels
(*If you are volunteering for this project, please check Sign me up and in the other section write how many people you are registering and who they are)
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Lead: Karen Stewart
January 20, between 2:30-4:30pm @JCOGS - stop by anytime
Create your own- Tikkun Olam T-shirts
*Bring your own shirt if you have - we will also have some available to purchase. 
(*If you are volunteering for this project, please check Sign me up and in the other section write how many people you are registering and who they are)
*Shirts suggested donation to support our Tikkun Olam Fund. 
Lead: Beth
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What are you caring about in the world right now? 
Join us for our monthly online gatherings:
Caring for OurselvesWhile We Care About the World:Towards Individual and Communal JCOGS Action  First Tuesday of the month, 5:45-7pm

What Tikkun Olam initiatives would you like to participate in or help organize at JCOGS?

We’d love to hear your ideas for how JCOGS can engage in meaningful acts of Tikkun Olam (repairing the world). This could include volunteer projects, efforts for social, racial, or environmental justice, or other ways to make a positive impact in our community and beyond.

Feel free to share any specific causes, projects, or initiatives that inspire you!

Mitzvah Day – What You Can Bring! 

If you're coming to Mitzvah Day, here’s how you can help:

Bring a T-Shirt to Create Tikkun Olam T-Shirts! (and any unwanted T-shirts with small or no logo) T-shirts will also be available for sale. Proceeds go to our Tikkun Olam Fund for future projects.)

Bring Donations by 2:30 PM (or bring them in advance)!
Details listed above.
Thank you for your generosity and support!i

Bring a Vegetarian Soup, Bread or Dessert (see sign up above)
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