
Once again our small group discussion series begins in October. If you haven’t participated yet, think about giving it a try. It’s a wonderful way to get to know new friends, deepen connections with those you already know, and think about faith in a comfortable space. This year, our theme is Cracked Vessels: Gnarled Disciples […]

It is hard to believe that summer days are drawing to a close. I am excited to begin my 23rd year at the church, and I look forward to another year of collaboration with the choir, organist, Jeffrey Mead, soloists, Susan K. Navien and Peter Owens, Carilloneers, the Ripley Presents roster, the youth, the ministerial […]


Saturday, July 19 and Saturday Aug 16th FCC Winchester supports The Dwelling Place in Woburn every third Saturday, providing dinner and hospitality to those in need of a meal. Want to learn about what it is like to volunteer at The Dwelling Place? Watch this video! You’re invited to sign up as a family, find a few others […]

FCC Winchester is once again partnering with Youth Villages of Woburn to help ensure every child gets the great education they deserve and start the school year off successfully. Please consider becoming a Backpack Hero by donating, (individually or in partnership with a friend), a backpack filled with school supplies for a child. HERE’S HOW […]

Join us for worship this week at 10am in Ripley Chapel or on our live stream. We walk the line between the personal and the political as we reflect on “freedom” this Sunday. Three prepositions modify the word “freedom” and make it come to life as both our birthright and our vision. Rev. Jonathan Goodell will be preaching, Rev. […]

We want to welcome Rev. Emily Kellar to our congregation as a coverage pastor during Rev. Burhans’ sabbatical from July 1st through October 12th. Rev. Kellar will be on-call when needed for July and August while Rev. Maeve and Maggie Keeler continue to be available throughout the week and lead worship on summer Sundays. Then Rev. Kellar will […]

July 10, 2025 6:00 pm-7:00 PM Rockabye Beats Concert on the Lawn August 14, 2025 7:30 PM-9:00 PM Movie on the Lawn

First Congregational Church & Ripley Presents warmly invite you to our second annual pride art exhibit! This year, we are proud to display Family Diversity Projects’ We Have Faith, a photo exhibit that highlights the stories and lives of LGBTQ+ clergy and people of faith. Hosted in the beautiful Ripley Chapel, We Have Faith will […]

From Health Ministry… Back outta the pews and on the path! Church Bike Ride May 31st WHAT: 10-mile ride from East Arlington to East Cambridge (steps from the Charles River) WHEN: Saturday, May 31, at 1:00 WHERE: Minuteman Bikeway and Somerville Community Path. We’ll begin at the Crawford’s place on Lakehill Ave in Arlington. WHO: All are […]