Category Archives: Latest News
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Enjoy Thanksgiving Dinner At The Church!
Posted on November 1, 2023 by Sarah Marino in Community, Giving, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Outreach, Small GroupsThanksgiving day (November 23rd) from 12:30pm. Once again, we have an opportunity to eat Thanksgiving Dinner together at the church. This has been a wonderfully welcoming and relaxed event in recent years. It will be multi-generational. The event is free, with options to bring a dish only if you wish. Vegetarian options available – but turkey, […]
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Winchester Open Studios 2023 – November 18, 2023
Posted on October 31, 2023 by Sarah Marino in Community, Latest News, RipleyThe Winchester Unitarian Society, Winchester Farmers Market, Studio on the Common, Winchester First Congregational Church, Rubini Arts, Jenks Center, Winchester Cultural Council, and the Winchester Cultural District are excited to announce our first town-wide Open Studios. Date: November 18, 2023 from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM Locations: First Congregational Church in Winchester, 21 Church Street […]
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FCCW Diaper Drive
Posted on October 30, 2023 by Sarah Marino in Community, Giving, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Outreach, YouthPlease drop off any new unopened diapers and wipes in collection bins located in the church lobby by November 19th. All sizes are welcomed but the greatest need is for sizes 4+ and pull-ups All Donations go to Immigrant families in Woburn Donate Today Questions? Email Minister of Children & Families Maggie Keeler
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Join us for Stewardship Sunday Worship (October 29,2023)
Posted on October 27, 2023 by Sarah Marino in Giving, Latest News, WorshipThis Sunday is Stewardship Sunday when we kick off our fall pledge drive with the theme “Generations of Generosity”. Particularly as we approach All Souls and All Saints Days, those who have preceded us in previous generations are close to our minds and hearts. And as we remember them we can also be mindful of the foundation we […]
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Introduction to SoulCollage®
Posted on October 25, 2023 by Sarah Marino in Latest News, Ripley, Spiritual PracticeDream. Imagine. Create SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2023, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Live in-person from the stunning Ripley Chapel at First Congregational Church, Winchester. Jane Ring Frank, certified SoulCollage® facilitator, will offer an introduction workshop to this deep, spiritual practice on Saturday, November 4, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm. If you would like to register […]
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2023 Pledging Frequently Asked Questions
Posted on October 24, 2023 by Nancy in Latest News, Ministries/Task Force NewsFrequently Asked Questions Your pledging participation is vital to the life and health of our church. Pledging helps us be more intentional with our giving, and it is one of many ways we show our commitment to our faith community. We invite you to learn more about how your giving impacts our church and […]
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Ripley Presents: Stephen P. Kiernan & “The Glass Chateau”
Posted on October 20, 2023 by Sarah Marino in Community, Latest News, RipleyAuthor Reading & Book Signing Friday, November 3, 7:30 p.m. Live In-Person and Livestreamed Free will offering taken at the door Please join us for a unique and moving event, featuring critically acclaimed author, Stephen P. Kiernan. After last year’s triumphant reading from “Universe of Two,” Kiernan returns to Winchester to celebrate the release […]
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All Souls All Saints Taizé Service
Posted on October 18, 2023 by Sarah Marino in Latest News, Ripley, WorshipTaizé chants + prayers + imposition in honor of All Souls/All Saints WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2023, 7:30 P.M. WINCHESTER, MA: Live in-person from the stunning Ripley Chapel at First Congregational Church, Winchester. First Congregational Church offers a poignant and meditative service, featuring the ecumenical prayers and music of France’s Taizé community. All denominations are […]
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Join us for the Jazz Blessing of the Animals
Posted on October 12, 2023 by Nancy in Community, Latest News, WorshipSunday, October 22, 2023, 10 AM, Town Common Rain Location: Chidley Hall Please join us on the Town Common where we will swing, celebrate and give thanks for all of God’s creatures, blessing our animal companions. We welcome all pets—furry, scaly, hairy, feathery and even plush! Photos of beloved pet companions are welcome in place […]
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Bringing a Social Equity Focus to FCCW’s Investments
Posted on October 12, 2023 by Sarah Marino in Giving, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force NewsThe Financial Resources Ministry, the Ministry Team, and the Leadership Team have been working together over the past year to explore what changes might be made to the way that we invest the church’s funds in order to align them more closely with UCC and FCCW values. Beginning in fall 2023, the Financial Resources Ministry […]
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