
We are an Open and Affirming church, having declared ourselves so in 2001. We have done much to welcome lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and intersex people to our church. But there is always more we can do and more we can learn about the LGBTQIA+ community. The Open & Affirming Coalition of the […]

We will be holding a couple of informational sessions about our church and denomination in February for anyone interested in joining the church or simply learning more about it. What are the fundamental tenets of our denomination, the UCC (United Church of Christ)? What do we believe as a progressive Christian church? What’s different about […]

Eight knitters created 92 (!) hats and scarves and distributed them last week at the Dwelling Place in Woburn and at common cathedral’s BostonWarm day shelter in Boston. The recipients were very thankful and quite moved that individuals created these items by hand for them. Special thanks to Rev. Lisa Loughlin for locating great places […]

Dear all, We’re well into the swing of things of 2021! It’s hard to believe that January is almost over, but here we are, through the darkest nights of winter and full steam ahead towards Spring! The following are our offerings this week in Church youth groups: Forum will be meeting at the […]

The Rev. James D. Ross II, Northeast Region, beginning Feb. 1 (Consists of 111 churches in the Metropolitan Boston and Northeast Associations) The Rev. Ross is currently serving as the Designated Pastor at Pilgrim Congregational UCC in St. Louis, Missouri. where he has worked to integrate his church more deeply into the work of the Conference, […]

Wed. Jan 6 5 pm On Wednesday, January 6th, we turn our focus away from presents we receive and towards presents for the Christ Child. Epiphany, means showing, an illuminating discovery, and coincides with the arrival of the Three Wise Men at the manger. Our celebration will include three familiar songs/hymns which tell the story. […]

Dear friends, Our faith community is strong, and we are always seeking ways to help one another and deepen our bonds. As we approach January and MLK’s Day of Service, and as the pandemic continues to disrupt our ‘normal’ lives, we seek ways to unburden our fellow parishioners and care for each other. […]

Invitation to the Service of Light Thursday, December 17 at 7:00 PM, by Zoom from Ripley Chapel FCC 21 Church St, Winchester MA “Ring the bell that still can ring” The Service of Light is a way our church family remembers those who experience a loss of joy this holiday season. Blessed are those who […]

Next Thursday, December 3rd 2 pm via Zoom Join us for a Virtual Visitation Network Chat with Church Friends. Open to all church members. “As change quickens this year, let us “re-member” those things that are ever-present.”
Gorgeous Vocals with an Astounding Array of Instruments! Friday, December 11, 2020, 7:30 PM Special Announcement! CHANGE OF VENUE: Ripley Presents Atwater-Donnelly A Special Holiday LIVE ZOOM CONCERT – FREE OF CHARGE Gorgeous Vocals with an Astounding Array of Instruments! Friday, December 11, 2020, 7:30 PM EST Unfortunately, Atwater-Donnelly will not be with us […]