Category Archives: Adult Ed
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It’s time to SIGN UP for “Roots and Branches”!
Posted on November 10, 2022 by Sarah Marino in Adult Ed, Community, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Small GroupsRoots and Branches is the name we have given to our new small group initiative. These groups will provide opportunities for deepening faith and friendships and thinking about our world in new ways. Many people have already signed up for these groups. We encourage people to join us who don’t usually come to this kind […]
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It’s time to SIGN UP for “Roots and Branches”!
Posted on November 7, 2022 by Sarah Marino in Adult Ed, Community, Small GroupsAre you interested in getting to know some people in the church more deeply? Or, perhaps you’d like an opportunity to develop and stretch your faith. Or, maybe you are relatively new to the church and are looking for an opportunity to feel more a part of the community, or make new ‘church friends’. Or, […]
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Roots and Branches
Posted on October 27, 2022 by Sarah Marino in Adult Ed, Community, Small Groups, Volunteer OpportunitiesLeaders for our upcoming small groups are almost in place and we hope to be sending out sign-ups soon for you to participate in this faith based opportunity. We could use a few more leaders if you’re interested? All materials will be provided for you and your co-leader. Our first topic is “Welcoming the Stranger”. Are […]
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Roots and Branches
Posted on October 13, 2022 by Sarah Marino in Adult Ed, Community, Latest News, Small GroupsSmall groups are part of the long term vision of our church. Chapter two of this adventure is called “Roots and Branches” … several conversation and discussion groups at FCCW that will aim to deepen the faith of the members and invite them to serve others. Each group will consist of eight to twelve people, […]
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Second Wed Bible Study
Posted on September 13, 2022 by Sarah Marino in Adult Ed, Community, Latest NewsWednesday, Sep 14 at 7 pm on Zoom Come join us on-line for an hour-long Bible Study. Rev. Will will be facilitating our casual group as we engage the scripture. We will begin by following the lectionary that is designated for the following Sunday – Luke 16:1-13 – the parable of the shrewd manager. Zoom […]
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AN ALL-CHURCH READ + OCTOBER AUTHOR EVENT & CONCERT!
Posted on September 6, 2022 by Sarah Marino in Adult Ed, Community, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Ripley, WorshipRIPLEY PRESENTS: Stephen P. Kiernan, UNIVERSE of TWO Please join us in reading Stephen Kiernan’s touching novel, Universe of Two, in anticipation of Mr. Kiernan’s appearance at our church in October. Books are available locally at BOOK ENDS in Winchester. Why Universe of Two? From the critically acclaimed author of The Baker’s Secret […]
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Today is International Non-Binary Day Jul 14, 2022
Posted on July 13, 2022 by Sarah Marino in Adult Ed, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, OutreachToday is a day to celebrate all non-binary people of the world. This is the non-binary pride flag created by Kye Rowan in 2014. The yellow stripe represents people whose gender exists outside of the binary, the white stripe people with many or all genders, the purple people with genders considered a mix of male […]
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Third Thursday from Racial Justice Team 5/19/22
Posted on May 20, 2022 by Sarah Marino in Adult Ed, Justice, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, OutreachA group of members and friends of our church are in week three of a four- week sacred conversation exploring the UCC curriculum on White Privilege. As a white resident of Winchester or a nearby suburb, thinking about being white or having white privilege is likely not something you do. In our conversations, we are […]
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Invitation to Judy Arnold’s Farewell Celebration!
Posted on May 17, 2022 by Sarah Marino in Adult Ed, Community, Environment, Giving, Health and Wellness, Justice, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Outreach, Small Groups, Spire link, Spiritual Practice, Volunteer Opportunities, Worship, YouthTo the First Congregational Church in Winchester (FCCW) community, current and former youth, and friends and family of Judy’s: You are cordially invited to Judy’s Farewell Celebration! It will take place in Chidley Hall at FCCW on Saturday June 11, 2022 from 5 to 7 PM. The event will feature speakers, presentations, entertainment, […]
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Join Us for our 182nd Annual Meeting after worship in the Sanctuary and livestream
Posted on May 13, 2022 by Sarah Marino in Adult Ed, Community, Environment, Giving, Health and Wellness, Justice, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Outreach, Pastor's Blog, Ripley, Small Groups, Spire link, Spiritual Practice, Volunteer Opportunities, Worship, YouthSunday, May 15, 2022 Reflection and Renewal “Love one another… for I am making all things new!” ~Jesus Everyone is warmly invited to FCCW’s 182nd annual meeting on Sunday, May 15th, 20221 immediately after worship in the sanctuary and on Livestream. The agenda includes an update on strategic plan initiatives, expressions of gratitude and thanks, and remarks and […]
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