Category Archives: Ministries/Task Force News
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Roots and Branches Returns – Sign Up!
Posted on September 3, 2025 by Sarah Marino in Adult Ed, Community, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Small GroupsOnce 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 […]
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Calling All Ringers and Singers
Posted on September 2, 2025 by Sarah Marino in Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Ripley, Small Groups, Volunteer Opportunities, WorshipIt 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 […]
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School Supply Swap
Posted on August 5, 2025 by Sarah Marino in Community, Giving, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Outreach, YouthComments Off on School Supply SwapContinue Reading...
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The Dwelling Place
Posted on July 15, 2025 by Sarah Marino in Community, Giving, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Outreach, Small Groups, YouthSaturday, 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 […]
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2025 Backpack Heroes
Posted on June 30, 2025 by Sarah Marino in Community, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Outreach, YouthFCC 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 […]
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Join Us for Worship This Sunday (June 29, 2025)
Posted on June 26, 2025 by Sarah Marino in Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, WorshipJoin 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. […]
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Meet our Sabbatical Coverage Pastor: Rev. Emily Kellar
Posted on June 17, 2025 by Sarah Marino in Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, WorshipWe 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 […]
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Save These Dates this Summer
Posted on June 17, 2025 by Sarah Marino in Community, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, YouthJuly 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
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Ripley Presents: We Have Faith – Pride Exhibit
Posted on May 25, 2025 by Sarah Marino in Community, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Outreach, RipleyFirst 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 […]
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Church Bike Ride
Posted on May 20, 2025 by Sarah Marino in Community, Health and Wellness, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Small Groups, YouthFrom 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 […]
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