
February 22, 2026 Join us into the wilderness of Lent as we gather for worship this Sunday and consider the scripture of Jesus tempted by the Devil according to the Gospel of Matthew. What are those temptations in our lives that we can see just a little better when we take the time to notice. The disciplines of Lent […]

On Palm Sunday, March 29th, during Coffee Hour, we are planning a Raffle/Silent Auction Fundraiser to support the Pine Ridge Trip. Funds raised will be used towards the trip costs and to buy supplies to bring to the reservation. We are looking for Donations for the in-person raffle/silent auction. Ideas include gift cards from local […]

The start of Lent is right around the corner. This year we are making Lenten Devotionals available to you both in hard copy or as a pdf. The devotionals are called Discipleship in a Divided Age: A Lenten Journey Through Matthew’s Gospel. They do a beautiful job of offering daily thoughtful reflections that will surely […]

This Week in Worship Join us for worship at First Congregational Church on this Transfiguration Sunday as we prepare for the start of Lent. We’ll consider the scripture from the Gospel of Matthew where Jesus is transfigured into light on the mountaintop. How might that revelation set the stage for the reflective weeks to come leading […]

If you are unable to attend our evening Ash Wednesday Taizé service, please connect with Rev. Will and Rev. Maeve to receive ashes on the morning or afternoon of February 18 at home.

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 7:30 PM in Ripley Chapel Live in-person ONLY from the stunning Ripley Chapel at First Congregational Church, Winchester. First Congregational Church offers a poignant and meditative Ash Wednesday service, featuring the ecumenical prayers and music of France’s Taizé community. All denominations are welcome. As Lent begins, please join us […]

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 7 pm on Zoom Join us from the comfort of your own home and computer for an hour of meaningful engagement with the scripture focused on the coming Sunday’s scripture text. This week we’ll consider the Transfiguration passages from Matthew 4 and Luke 9 which is always the preparatory text for […]

This Sunday, the Jazz Band returns for a soulful service! Our lectionary readings come from Psalms and 1 Corinthians. We will meditate on this verse: “The Spirit searches everything, including the depths of God.” Music, prayer, worship, fellowship. We hope to see you in person or online. If you are worshiping with us in person, […]

Celebrate the Superbowl by giving back to community this year! We invite you to bring canned and non-perishable food to worship on Sunday, February 8. Drop off your donations in one of the red wagons in the church vestibule (the small room before the Sanctuary when you enter through the main church doors). Then, our […]

When: Friday, February 27, 2026 5:30 – 7:00 PM Where: First Congregational Church Who: Parents, Grandparents, Kids Join us for an evening of fellowship, faith, and fun for the whole family! Adults will have a chance to connect with each other and talk about faith at home, while kids enjoy a movie night complete […]