Category Archives: Adult Ed
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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, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Outreach, Racial JusticeA 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, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Outreach, Racial Justice, 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, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Outreach, Pastor's Blog, Racial Justice, 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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Second Wednesday Bible Study
Posted on May 6, 2022 by Sarah Marino in Adult Ed, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Spiritual PracticeWed. May 11, 2022 at 7 pm on Zoom On the second Wednesday of each month there is a Bible Study offered to the congregation. It is an informal group and the ‘members’ vary from month to month. Rev. Judy leads it and each month is a complete session – meaning you can come any month and […]
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You are invited to Return and Renew!
Posted on February 18, 2022 by Sarah Marino in Adult Ed, Community, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Small GroupsSign up now to join a small group for a six-week Lenten discussion! FCCW is offering an opportunity to regather and reconnect in small groups during Lent. For six weeks, randomly gathered groups will consider spiritually-grounded themes that “relate to” and “reenergize” our lives — virtually or in person — in groups of eight to twelve. […]
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Ruth Group Sunday, Feb 20, 2022 7-9 pm on Zoom
Posted on February 15, 2022 by Sarah Marino in Adult Ed, Community, Latest News, Small GroupsThe book is “You’ll Never Believe What Happened to Lacey,” by Amber Ruffin and Lacey Lamar, which is a wry and funny/not funny read appropriate to Black History Month. Contact this year’s co-coordinators, Lynne Rahmeier or Susan Sawyer with questions, ride requests, etc.
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We invite YOU to Return and Renew!
Posted on February 14, 2022 by Sarah Marino in Adult Ed, Ministries/Task Force News, Small GroupsSmall groups will be meeting during Lent! It is with joy and anticipation that the FCCW is offering an opportunity for you to regather in small groups. Investing in each other builds beauty and healing strength in this season! For six weeks we will consider themes that “relate to” and “reenergize” our lives as we […]
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