Category Archives: Ministries/Task Force News
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2023 Giving Tree, Christmas Gift donations
Posted on November 8, 2023 by Sarah Marino in Giving, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Outreach, YouthEvery year for Christmas we, as a church, give presents to those in need. This year we will be giving to children from the community-based program Youth Villages, children from the Council of Social Concern in Woburn, and to the people at the Lowell Transitional Learning Center. You can sign up for gift giving here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0E4FA8A82F4-45950101-fccholiday#/ […]
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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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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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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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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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Just Peace: Special Offering 2023
Posted on September 21, 2023 by Sarah Marino in Giving, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, OutreachFor I was hungry, and you gave me something to eat. I was thirsty, and you gave me something to drink. I was a stranger, and you invited me in. Matthew 25:35 Dear members and friends of First Congregational Church in Winchester: Our church has three special offerings a year where 100% of your donations […]
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Furs for Ukraine
Posted on August 24, 2023 by Sarah Marino in Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, OutreachDo you have any fur coats in your closet that look like the ones in this photo? If yes, please bring them to the church and they will be shipped to Ukraine to keep people warm for the winter. Please put the coats on the rack in the lobby outside the church office. Fur coat […]
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Ripley Presents: Pianist Henrique Eisenmann’s “Voices”
Posted on May 8, 2023 by Sarah Marino in Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, RipleyOne Musician. Inspired. Eclectic. Distinctive. LIVE and LIVE STREAMED: FRIDAY, May 19, 2023, 7:30 p.m. WINCHESTER, MA: Live in-person and live streamed from the stunning Ripley Chapel at First Congregational Church, Winchester. Please join us for an inventive and dynamic evening of Jazz improvisation, highlighting one of the finest pianists of our day, Henrique […]
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Join Us This Sunday for Worship at 10 am (May 7, 2023)
Posted on May 5, 2023 by Sarah Marino in Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, WorshipIn a world swirling with choices, fevered schedules and chaotic events, the topic of “stability” can seem like a true sanctuary topic, a shelter. But stability has a unique invitation from this week’s passages. It takes us into the dynamism of Jesus’ life and ministry. His focus on life instead of permanence makes this kind of “stability” more […]
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FCCW Annual Meeting: Sunday, May 7th
Posted on April 28, 2023 by Sarah Marino in Latest News, Ministries/Task Force NewsEveryone is warmly invited to FCCW’s 183rd annual meeting on Sunday, May 7th, 2023 immediately after worship in the sanctuary and on livestream. The agenda includes updates on strategic initiatives, expressions of gratitude and thanks, and remarks and reflections from the Moderator, Leadership Team members, and our Pastoral Resident. The articles to be addressed at the meeting can […]
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