Category Archives: Community
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Repair Café returns on Saturday, June 17th!
Posted on May 18, 2023 by Sarah Marino in Community, Environment, Latest News, OutreachAfter the great success of our fourth Repair Café, FCCW is poised to offer its second one for 2023! Given the enthusiastic response of specialists as well as those seeking repairs and mending, Repair Café plans on expanding its offering. At our next event, along with the excellent services we already offer, we plan on offering jewelry repair, knife sharpening for serrated as well […]
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Breakfast & Blessings
Posted on April 25, 2023 by Sarah Marino in Community, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, YouthSunday, May 21 8:30 am-9:30 am Chidley Hall We’re inviting our graduating seniors and their families to join us for a breakfast in Chidley Hall on May 21, 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM! We also invite folks to stay for the 10 AM service and receive a send-off blessing. By May 8, RSVP to Rev. Maeve […]
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Palm Sunday Worship
Posted on March 31, 2023 by Sarah Marino in Community, Latest News, WorshipCome! Begin Holy Week with a festive Palm Parade out on the Town Common at 9:15am on Sunday morning. Then we’ll have our traditional Palm Sunday worship service in the sanctuary and live-streamed at 10am. Palm fronds will be had by all and we’ll begin the service in celebration of Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem, […]
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Good Friday Vigil
Posted on March 28, 2023 by Sarah Marino in Community, Latest News, WorshipThursday, April 6 9 pm – Friday, April 7 12 pm Each year we open the Sanctuary for an overnight Vigil. It has become a sacred moment in preparation for Good Friday and Easter. The Sanctuary will be darkened but still navigable. We begin at 9:00 p.m. following the Maundy Thursday service on April 6. The Vigil […]
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Vacation Bible School
Posted on March 17, 2023 by Sarah Marino in Community, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, YouthCalling all Explorers! Grab your camera and buckle your seatbelt. First Congregational Church’s Vacation Bible School is going on a wild adventure! We will trek through different habitats in the hopes of catching a glimpse of some exotic animals racing through the terrain. And as we search for animals, we’ll also focus on some amazing, […]
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Ripley Presents: Matt & Shannon Heaton
Posted on March 2, 2023 by Sarah Marino in Community, Latest News, RipleyUpdated and traditional Irish music: Irish flute, guitar, bouzouki, and voices. Friday, March 24, 2023, 7:30 p.m. Live in-person and livestreamed from the stunning Ripley Chapel at First Congregational Church, Winchester. Please join us for an inventive and dynamic evening with duo Matt and Shannon Heaton, an integral part of Boston’s traditional music scene. They […]
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FCCW’s Repair Café launching its first Coffee-Style Café
Posted on March 1, 2023 by Sarah Marino in Community, Environment, Latest News, Volunteer OpportunitiesWhen: Saturday, March 25, 2023 Time: 9am – 12 noon Where: Chidley Hall, Coffee-Café will be next to the fireplace Fresh Brewed Coffee & Tea, along with cookies and pastries will be available for a small cost, along with tables to sit at and socialize. Upcoming Sustainability initiatives in our community will also be […]
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Build-A-Bed: All Church Volunteer Project
Posted on February 21, 2023 by Sarah Marino in Community, Giving, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Outreach, Volunteer Opportunities, YouthDescription: Join us for fun, fellowship, snacks, and service at our annual Build-A-Bed event on Saturday, March 18, 2023 from 9 A.M. to 11 A.M. in Chidley Hall! We are looking for 30-40 volunteers to work together and build ten beds for children in need. Invite your friends and family, and sign up now! https://forms.gle/At4TY8qNtxxRXzSU7
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Can You Serve at the Dwelling Place this Saturday? February 18, 2023
Posted on February 14, 2023 by Sarah Marino in Community, Giving, Latest News, Outreach, Small Groups, YouthThe Dwelling Place, a beautiful meal program hosted by a sister church in Woburn, is looking to our church for the meal this Saturday evening. The menu is roast chicken, carrots, salad and rolls. You can cook a portion of the meal and/or serve. Go to our sign up genius to see what is available. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c084ba8ad29a57-dwelling If you […]
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Grieving in Community
Posted on February 8, 2023 by Sarah Marino in Community, Health and Wellness, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Small GroupsMarch 8, 2023, April 12, 2023, May 10, 2023, June 14, 2023 Palmer Room FCCW is offering Grieving in Community, a four-session grief support group. From March 2023 until June 2023, Pastoral Resident Maeve Hammond will lead this group through four movements: beginnings, complicated healing, transition, and memory. Through rituals, discussions, and spiritual practices, we […]
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