Category Archives: Environment
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Moms Hiking Group
Posted on July 5, 2023 by Nancy in Environment, Health and Wellness, Latest News, Small GroupsThursdays in July at 8AM Are you a mom with kids at home this summer? Need a moment of zen? Join fellow moms Nancy Kneiss and Jennie Ryan for an easy morning hike in the Fells on Thursday mornings in July. We’ll meet at Gate 16 on Hillcrest Parkway at 8:00 AM, lead you on […]
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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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Join us for Worship This Sunday at 10 am in the Sanctuary (April 30, 2023)
Posted on April 28, 2023 by Sarah Marino in Environment, Latest News, Outreach, WorshipOn this Fourth Sunday after Easter, Creation Care Sunday, we will focus on Genesis’ symbolic and mythic retelling of Creation, moving then eons later to the first Easter and Christ’s resurrection. Using scripture while drawing upon the thinking of Wendell Berry and others, Sabbatical Team Member Rev. Jessica McArdle will ask, “What is our Most Ancient […]
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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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Impact Investing and ESG introduction session – Sunday 2/12
Posted on February 1, 2023 by Sarah Marino in Environment, Giving, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force NewsThe Financial Resources Committee invites you to an introduction to Impact Investing and ESG on Sunday, Feb. 12th in the Palmer Room, and via Zoom, following service and coffee hour. This 45 minute discussion will provide background information, highlight opportunities for FCCW, and take questions on this increasingly popular topic. Come join us for a […]
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You are Invited to Two 2023 Budget Meetings!
Posted on January 27, 2023 by Sarah Marino in Adult Ed, Community, Environment, Giving, Health and Wellness, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Outreach, Ripley, Worship, YouthA careful and thoughtful planning process has led us to a proposed 2023 budget for FCCW! Thanks to the work of our dedicated treasurer, Janet Hall, associate treasurer Anne Hoenicke, leaders of the sustaining and living ministries, and others, the Leadership Team is pleased to recommend approval of the proposed 2023 FCCW budget. Come learn […]
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Congratulations, FCCW!
Posted on October 28, 2022 by Sarah Marino in Environment, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, OutreachThis Sunday, October 30th, our church is receiving recognition from the Southern New England Conference, United Church of Christ. Called the Green Congregation Challenge, our church has achieved a significant milestone. As of now, we are recognized as a Level Two Congregation within the wider conference. While this latest Level Two achievement took place over a four-year period, it involved […]
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ESG and Impact Investing Introduction from the Financial Resources Ministry
Posted on October 25, 2022 by Sarah Marino in Environment, Giving, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Outreach, Racial JusticeHello, FCCW Community! We are blessed to be back together with you again as we begin the new program year. The Financial Resources Ministry is looking to make sure you receive updates and emails from us that do more than just ask for money (😊) so here it goes: The Financial Resources Ministry has a […]
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Mend Your Jeans Hands-On Workshop
Posted on September 27, 2022 by Sarah Marino in Community, Environment, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Outreach, Volunteer OpportunitiesMending clothing extends its life and reduces environmental impact. Learning just two basic sewing stiches and some simple techniques, you can easily and quickly repair your favorite jeans and give them a whole new life. With a little time, imagination, needles and thread, your jeans can become individual works of art, completely unique to you. […]
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Environmental Justice Fall Update
Posted on September 23, 2022 by Sarah Marino in Community, Environment, Latest NewsSeptember 2022 Winchester’s Sustainability Director Ken Pruitt, the Climate Action Advisory Committee and other representatives are planning a Climate Solutions Week for Saturday, September 24, through Sunday, October 2, 2022. Event highlights include: Repair Café on Saturday, Sept 24th from 9:30 – 12:30pm, FCCW A panel discussion with all four of Winchester’s state legislators Presentations on […]
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