Category Archives: Ministries/Task Force News
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Second Wednesday Bible Study
Posted on September 3, 2020 by Sarah Marino in Adult Ed, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Small GroupsWednesday, Sept 9, 2020 7 pm On the second Wednesday of each month a few of us gather for Bible Study. The group is led by Pastor Judy and varies in number and composition but it is always congenial and faithful. The approach to scripture is not as something we were “supposed” to know all about; rather […]
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Support RIM Metro North Cluster – 2020 Virtual Walk for Refugees
Posted on September 3, 2020 by Sarah Marino in Community, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Outreach, YouthThis year, due to the pandemic, the Refugee Immigration Ministry (RIM) and our local Metro North Cluster is holding a virtual walk instead of a scheduled walk around Lake Quannapowitt as in past years. Metro North Cluster walkers will walk in a location and distance of their own choosing. All monies raised will go directly to […]
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Outdoor Church
Posted on September 3, 2020 by Sarah Marino in Community, Health and Wellness, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Outreach, Small Groups, YouthDuring the pandemic, The Outdoor Church started a water ministry on Tuesday nights. Each week while distributing water we met lots of hungry folks who were finding it hard to find a meal on Tuesdays. So our church and Temple Shir Tikvah have decided to take turns preparing fifty sandwiches on alternating Tuesdays. Our church’s […]
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Join Us on Zoom for Communion Worship and Coffee Hour (Sep 6, 2020)
Posted on September 3, 2020 by Sarah Marino in Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, WorshipThis Sunday is a Communion Sunday so we will be worshipping on Zoom. If you could gather a bit of bread and juice and have it handy, we can all participate in the sacrament together. Rev. Jonathan Goodell will be our preacher. The scripture is from Exodus and is God instructing the Jews in Egypt on how God […]
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Volunteers needed at the Dwelling Place on Saturday, September 19, 2020
Posted on September 1, 2020 by Sarah Marino in Community, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Outreach, Volunteer Opportunities, YouthWe are looking for a few volunteers to help prepare and pack “to go” meals for the Dwelling Place on Saturday, September 19th. The Dwelling place is a collaboration of area churches that prepares and serves meals at the United Methodist Church in Woburn for individuals and families in need. Our FCC is responsible for […]
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Join Us Online for Worship This Sunday (Aug 16, 2020)
Posted on August 13, 2020 by Sarah Marino in Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, WorshipWe hope you’ve found that the pre-recorded nature of our Sunday worship services in this time of pandemic has still offered you a time of prayer and reflection that has enriched your faith and kept you connected to our community. We have another lovely service being pulled together with another meaningful sermon on tap, this […]
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Virtual Visiting Network’s (VVN) Who’s Who in the Archives Event Recording is Available
Posted on August 12, 2020 by Sarah Marino in Health and Wellness, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force NewsWe had a lovely stroll down memory lane on July 23rd. No worries if you missed it though – we have the recording available to view at your leisure. The FCCW Virtual Visitation Network reaches out to members as we physically distance through calls, emails and monthly zoom sessions.
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Time to Sign-Up for the September NAMI Family to Family Classes
Posted on August 12, 2020 by Sarah Marino in Adult Ed, Community, Health and Wellness, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Small GroupsDear Church Friends, For the past eight years we have hosted the fall NAMI Family to Family Classes at our church. This year the program will be offered at no charge online for eight weeks. It is a key support for family and friends who have a loved one with a mental health condition. Please review the […]
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Movie Night on the Lawn – A Wrinkle in Time
Posted on August 10, 2020 by Sarah Marino in Community, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, YouthOur second movie on the lawn this summer is coming Friday, August 14 at 8:15 pm! Just as last time there will be 15 physically-distanced circles marked on the lawn for 15 families to enjoy the movie. Bring your own chairs, blankets, snacks to accompany the movie. We want to give first choice to those […]
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Visit FCCW’s Brand New Environmental Justice Webpage
Posted on July 30, 2020 by Sarah Marino in Environment, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, OutreachIt with much enthusiasm that the Environmental Justice team of First Congregational Church, welcomes you to come and visit our new webpage. When you first come through our “front door” you’ll also be greeted by this stunning new logo! Applause goes to Haliana Burhans and her boyfriend Daniel Khudyak for bringing innovation, artistry, and scripture together in […]
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