First Congregational Church
508 Union Street
Manchester, NH 03104
603-625-5093
You are welcome here!
An Open and Affirming Congregation
Donate online via Vanco Online, or directly from your personal bank. Checks should be payable to “FCC Manchester” and can be mailed to 508 Union St, Manchester NH 03104.
Thank you in advance for supporting FCC during this difficult COVID pandemic.
Worship is enjoyed at 10am Sundays.
[CLICK HERE] to connect to Facebook
9:10 Morning Watch prayers Monday-Thursday on Facebook
Until further notice worship will be online at Facebook.com/FCCManchester
You do not need a Facebook account to view our services!
Watch for updates as we move to a Vimeo platform.
Rev. Kevin Pleas, our Senior Pastor, is available to parishioners in need by clicking on his name.
Welcome
First Congregational Church, fondly known as First Church, unites people of diverse beliefs, backgrounds and social circumstances around a common loyalty to Jesus, a common passion to serve the world and a common purpose: to love God with heart, soul, mind and strength, and our neighbors as ourselves. Our ideal is an open minded, warm hearted, spirit lifted church. We seek to express, in all dimensions of our life together, the mind and Spirit of Christ. We would love to have you join us.
Senior Pastor, Rev. Kevin M. Pleas
VISITORS TO THE FCC OFFICES
Until further notice, visitors should call ahead to ensure the health and safety of our staff, members, and friends. The Food Closet is available Monday-Friday 9-12noon by prearrangement. Should you need anything relating to the office, please email Linda Bonetti, Rev. Kevin Pleas, or Barbara Papagian. Our prayers are with you.
Upcoming Events
Palm Pick-up Saturday, 3/27 2-3:30pm
Palm Crosses will be handed out by Rev. Pleas and the Deacons to drivers on Saturday, March 27th between 2-3:30pm in our driveway between Hanover & Amherst Streets. Please stay in your car. Rain or Shine. While supplies last.
Lenten Services
All services are on Facebook/FCCManchester
Palm Sunday Worship March 28th 10am
Maundy Thursday Worship April 1st 7pm
Easter Worship April 4th at 10am
Sunday Worship
[CLICK HERE] to join Rev. Kevin Pleas, our Senior Pastor, as he delivers this week's message on Facebook.com/FCCManchester on Sunday at 10am for weekly Worship.
To connect to the Web Bulletin, which includes music lyrics, please [CLICK HERE].
[CLICK HERE] to send a Prayer Request to Barbara Papagian by 8:30am Friday.
You do not need a Facebook account to view the services live or watch the videos on your own time.
Barbara Papagian will be sending out periodic inspirational messages via The FCC Friday Link. To sign up, send your email to Barbara by [CLICKING HERE]. We pray that everyone stays safe, obeys the rules, and keeps in phone or email contact with all those in need of kindness and an encouraging word.
9:10 Morning Watch
Join 9:10 Morning Watch Monday-Thursday.
[CLICK HERE] to connect to Facebook
[CLICK HERE] to access the Morning Watch Bulletin on the FCC Bulletins page.
Bible Study with John
Bible Study with John is Fridays at 9:30am. He will be studying Isaiah, Part 2.
Watch the FCC Friday Link for the Zoom connection. All are welcome!
Barbara Papagian Ordination
May 16, 2021
The Hillsborough Association of the NH Conference-UCC approved Barbara to become an Ordained Minister! Watch for more details of her Ordinationn Ceremony on Sunday, May 16th!
Highlights
Read the 2020 Written Committee Reports by clicking here!
The 2020 Financial & Statistical Reports are mailed to members in February in preparation for the Annual Meeting on Sunday, March 7th at 11:30am via Zoom. Members wishing to receive a digital copy, can request one by email to Linda Bonetti at LBonetti@FCCManchesterNH.org.
Friday Nights at FCC
Keep tuned for Friday Nights at FCC to resume on Friday, March 26th...and on the last Friday of the month at 6pm going forward. Events will be posted in the FCC Friday Link. Tune in to hear your favorite hymns arranged in a variety of styles plus classical standards. We hope to see you there!
Please [CLICK HERE] to access Vimeo. Events remain on Vimeo for your inspiration. Or go live on Facebook.
Women's Connection
Join the Zoom socials!
March Zoom Social on Wednesday, March 10th has changed!
Seated Chair Yoga at 10am on Wednesday, March 10th
Email Pam Denise (beau.de@comcast.net) to get a Zoom invite via email.
Keep busy!
We are a crafty bunch of people at FCC! Dress A Girl sews are on hold but we encourage everyone to use their talents to sew dresses or skirts at home (kits are available), or continue making masks! Contact Linda Bonetti for patterns or kits.
And get ready for the Holly Berry Fair on Saturday, November 20, 2021! 
Contact Pam LeBlanc (blanclp@comcast.net) or Peggy Neveu (frannys1@aol.com) talk about how you can get involved!
The Light in the Heart of the City
FCC has been a beacon of hope since 1878 on the corner of Union and Hanover Street. On December 20-27th we left the lights on overnight as a reminder of our mission to bring faith, hope and peace throughout the year to our neighbors, friends, and congregants.
Learn more about the Samuel West stained glass windows by clicking Light in the Heart of the City.
Latest News
Videos on Vimeo
[CLICK HERE] to enjoy our current videos on Vimeo. Recently Adam has been recording some select pieces for your enjoyment. Also check out "I Believe", Jeffrey Frye's original "We are Unbroken (After All)"; "Weave" sung by our choir during the Dress A Girl Around the World Blessing and Stewardship Sunday service; and other unique and enjoyable FCC musical moments!!
Open & Affirming
See the latest Open and Affirming News by [clicking here]!
The Open & Affirming Committee generally meets via zoom on the 4th Sunday at 1pm. Contact Carol Soucy for more information.
Quick Links to Content
From the Pastor's Desk
Link to Pastor Kevin Pleas' In the Spirit columns by [clicking here].
Sunday Bulletin
See the order of worship at First Church for the Sunday Service, including the Scripture Reading. Learn more...
The Sunday News & FCC Friday Link
What’s happening this week in the life of First Church? Click on the FCC Friday Link to see what happening around First Congregational Church!
For the rest of the "Covid season" we will stop producing the Sunday News, and resume it with the Bulletins at "in person" services.
Church Window
What’s happening this month at First Church? Learn more...
Cookbook
Women's Connection Cookbook
only $12.50 each
!See a member of Women's Connection or call the office for your copy of our favorite recipes
First Congregational Church
508 Union Street, Manchester, NH 03104
603-625-5093