Category Archives: Youth
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Palm Sunday March 29, 2026
Posted on March 17, 2026 by Sarah Marino in Justice, Latest News, Mission Trip, Outreach, Volunteer Opportunities, Worship, YouthJazz Celebration of the Palms 9:40 AM, Sanctuary To mark the beginning of Holy Week, we will gather in the Sanctuary before service to celebrate Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem. Our jazz trio — Jane Potter (keyboards), Lenny Bradford (bass), and Rick Forzese (drums) — will offer prelude jazz music beginning approximately 9:30 am. Then […]
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2026 Build-a Bed
Posted on February 26, 2026 by Sarah Marino in Community, Justice, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Outreach, Volunteer Opportunities, YouthJoin us for fun, fellowship, snacks, and service at our annual Build-A-Bed event after service Sunday, March 15 from 11 A.M. to 1 P.M. in Chidley Hall — with a lunch break (pizza, fruits, and drinks) at noon! We are looking for 30-40 volunteers to work together and build ten beds for children in need. […]
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Children & Youth Faith Formation News 2/26/26
Posted on February 26, 2026 by Sarah Marino in Community, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, YouthChildren & Youth Faith Formation Stepping Stones will continue to learn about prayer as a way to talk to God. We’ll start in the classroom and then join families for communion. Youth Programming This Sunday, 3/1, at 8:30 AM in Chidley Hall, we invite Junior Forum, Forum, and their families to attend our first-ever Waffellowship […]
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Pine Ridge Trip Raffle/Silent Auction Fundraiser – call for Donations
Posted on February 18, 2026 by Sarah Marino in Community, Giving, Justice, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Mission Trip, Outreach, Volunteer Opportunities, Worship, YouthOn 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 […]
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Stepping Stones Adventures: Summer 2026
Posted on February 18, 2026 by Sarah Marino in Community, Latest News, Volunteer Opportunities, YouthProgram Overview Date: August 24-26, 2026 Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Location: First Congregational Church in Winchester Ages: Children in Entering Grades K-5 in Fall 2026 Cost: Free Embark on an exciting journey with Stepping Stone Adventures Road Trip is based on Joshua 1:9 – “The LORD your God is with […]
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Souper Bowl Food Drive February 8, 2026
Posted on February 4, 2026 by Sarah Marino in Community, Giving, Justice, Latest News, Outreach, Volunteer Opportunities, Worship, YouthCelebrate 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 […]
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FCCW Family Night
Posted on February 4, 2026 by Sarah Marino in Community, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Small Groups, Spiritual Practice, Worship, YouthWhen: 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 […]
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FCCW is taking a snow day!
Posted on January 8, 2026 by Sarah Marino in Community, Health and Wellness, Latest News, Small Groups, Volunteer Opportunities, YouthEnjoy a relaxed day of fun in the snow on Saturday, February 14th at Gunstock Mountain Resort. Ski, snowboard, cross country ski, snowshoe or tube at the mountain with family and friends then drop by the Chidsey Family’s cabin for après-ski hot chocolate. Click here for more information and to RSVP!
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Epiphany Sunday Worship & Celebration Dinner
Posted on December 31, 2025 by Sarah Marino in Community, Latest News, Worship, YouthGuided by a star in the heavens, the Magi found their way to a barn (or more likely a cave) in Palestine of the Roman Empire. They had to dodge a tyrant king who cared for nothing but his own power and eventually arrived with gifts at the manger of the true king, the infant […]
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Epiphany Celebration
Posted on December 30, 2025 by Sarah Marino in Adult Ed, Community, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Small Groups, Spiritual Practice, Worship, YouthSunday, Jan 4, 2026 5 pm in the Tucker Room Our annual Epiphany Celebration will take place on Sunday, January 4 at 5 PM. We invite you to bring your friends, family, and neighbors, plus a potluck plate or dish to share. All ages are welcome for the dinner and the candlelit walk through the […]
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