Category Archives: Community
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Build-a-Bed Project
Posted on February 27, 2025 by Sarah Marino in Community, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Outreach, Volunteer Opportunities, YouthSunday, March 16th 11 am-1 pm in Chidley Hall Join us for fun, fellowship, snacks, and service at our annual Build-A-Bed event after service Sunday, March 16 from 11 A.M. to 1 P.M. in Chidley Hall — with a lunch break (pizza, fruits, and drinks) at noon! We are looking for 30-40 volunteers to work […]
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Open Doors is opening its doors to the congregation and the listening has begun!
Posted on February 26, 2025 by Sarah Marino in Community, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force NewsThe second session is this Sunday. 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 which he highlighted some of the challenges we face […]
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Delivering Joy
Posted on February 20, 2025 by Sarah Marino in Community, Giving, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Outreach, Volunteer Opportunities, YouthDear 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 bringing people together more acutely now, as some would seek to divide and isolate us. […]
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New-Comers Inquiry Session (NCIS)
Posted on February 13, 2025 by Sarah Marino in Community, Latest NewsNew-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 the specifics of our particular Congregational church here in Winchester. What are our […]
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Open Doors is opening its doors to the congregation!
Posted on February 12, 2025 by Sarah Marino in Community, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force NewsWe 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 which he highlighted some of the challenges we face as a congregation of about 400 […]
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Stepping Stones Camp
Posted on February 10, 2025 by Sarah Marino in Community, Latest News, YouthStepping 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 two dates already but spots are limited so don’t miss the fun! March 4th 9:00 […]
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Ripley Presents: A Valentine’s Day Cabaret
Posted on February 10, 2025 by Nancy in Community, Latest News, RipleyFriday, 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 Cabaret, featuring artists and Masters students from Boston Conservatory. Keyboardist and arranger, Scott […]
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Stepping Stones Summer Camp June 2025
Posted on January 28, 2025 by Sarah Marino in Community, Latest News, YouthProgram 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. They will become heroes and discover that answering God’s […]
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Recent Refugee Families Need A Little Help
Posted on January 23, 2025 by Sarah Marino in Community, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Racial Justice, Volunteer OpportunitiesImmigrant Support Alliance (ISA), in cooperation with the Outreach Ministry is looking for volunteers to assist refugees now living in Burlington. Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Boston (CCAB), the refugees’ resettlement agency, is providing the refugees housing at an extended stay hotel. But these people need regular wellness checks to see if their basic […]
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Family Ski Day
Posted on January 17, 2025 by Sarah Marino in Community, Health and Wellness, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, YouthFCCW is hitting the slopes together for a Family SKi Day on February 8th at Gunstock Mountain Resort. Enjoy a relaxed day of fun with family and friends and then drop by the Chidsey Family’s cabin for après-ski hot chocolate RSVP here to let us know if you are coming and if you are interested in […]
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