Your First Visit

First time visiting us? Join us for worship at 10:00 on Sundays. Read more on what to expect.

Children & Youth Programs

Read about our engaging programs for children and youth.

Worship & the Arts

We believe beautiful music and the arts are essential in our worship.

Health & Wellness

Learn about our church's unique approach to the connection between mind, body, and spirit.

What's Happening?

  • Ripley Presents: A Valentine’...

    Friday, February 14, 7:30 p.m.
    Featuring pianist Scott Nicholas and artists from Boston Conservatory
    Live in-person and livestreamed from the stunning Ripley Chapel at First Congregational Church, Winchester. On Cupid’s significant celebration day of romance, please join us for A Valentine’s Day […]

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  • Worship with us this Sunday in the ...

    Join us on Sunday morning at 10am for worship and we’ll consider the very heartbeat of the Gospel and the core of Jesus’ teaching which in the Gospel of Luke is known as the “Sermon on the Plain.” It looks […]

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  • New-Comers Inquiry Session (NCIS)...

    New-Comers Inquiry Session (NCIS)
    Are you interested in joining the church or just learning more about First Congregational in Winchester, UCC? We invite you to come to two one-hour information sessions this winter.
    Come learn about our denomination – The UCC – and […]

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  • Repair Cafe...

    Saturday, March 8, 2025
    9:00 AM-12:00 PM
    Signups are open for our next Repair Cafe on March 8th starting at 9 am in Chidley Hall.
    Signup Here
    Please tell your friends, neighbours and colleagues about us and be sure to visit us to get […]

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  • Ripley Presents: An Organ Extravaga...

    Honoring Winchester’s 175th Anniversary (1850-2025) and J.S. Bach’s 340th Birthday!
    Live-in-Person and Livestreamed from the SANCTUARY: FRI, March 21, 7:30 p.m.
    Live in-person and live streamed from the historic Sanctuary at First Congregational Church, Winchester. To celebrate two important historical events, please […]

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  • Open Doors is opening its doors to ...

    We are excited to continue the Open Doors Working Group (ODWG) work with you!  Many of you were at our brief presentation following the budget vote on Sunday February 2nd and probably also heard Will’s sermon on February 9th, in […]

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  • Stepping Stones Camp...

    Stepping Stones Camp is returning in 2025!  Kids in grades K-5 will have fun, connect with old friends, and make ones while enjoying Bible stories, art, games, and STEM explorations at our FREE day camp! Sign ups are open for […]

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  • Second Wednesday Bible Study...

    Wed. Feb 12 7 PM on Zoom
    Join Rev. Will on Zoom on Wednesday night, February 12th at 7pm for a conversation around the scriptures slated for the following Sunday. We’ll be digging into Jeremiah 17:5-10 and Luke 6:17-26. Feel free to […]

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  • Delivering Joy...

    Dear Friends, the Outreach Committee announces our Lenten Outreach “Delivering Joy” as a chance to strengthen connections within our community, reminding us that God meets us out in the world, living, giving and growing together. We feel the importance of […]

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  • Stepping Stones Summer Camp June 20...

    Program Overview
    Date:  June 23-27 2025 
    Time:  9:00 AM – 12:00 PM 
    Location:  First Congregational Church in Winchester
    Ages:  Children in Entering Grades K-5 in Fall 2025
    Cost: Free
    At Stepping Stones Camp, children will enjoy an interactive, energizing, good time as part of Heros Hotline. […]

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