Children

Sunday Mornings for Children

We warmly invite you and your children to join us on Sunday mornings for a time of spiritual enrichment and fun.

Visiting for the first time?

Please feel free to contact Kelda York, Children’s Ministry Coordinator, at KYork@FCCManchesterNH.org if you have any questions or if you would like to arrange a time to familiarize yourself with our building before coming to worship for the first time. On Sunday morning, feel free to ask an Usher or Greeter to introduce you to Betsy prior to the start of the worship service.

Kelda York, Children’s Ministry Coordinator

603-625-5093

KYork@FCCManchesterNH.org

Pre-K through Seventh Grade

We offer Sunday School during our 10:00 a. m. service during the school year. This summer there will not be church school during services, however the children’s room will be available for parents to use with their children if necesary.

Children begin worship in the Sanctuary with their families. Following the “Talk with God’s Children” they exit the Sanctuary and gather in the recreation room for the scripture of the month, video over view of the scripture lesson, along with learning new songs. Children then go to their age level Sunday School class rooms. Grades 5 -7 have a more in-depth scripture lesson with a young teen focus on mission and how does the Bible apply in this time of their life.

First Church uses the Deep Blue curriculum, which excites children to connect with the Bible and the world around them through Bible stories easily read in the CEB language. The Deep Blue Crew will be traveling all over the world in 2017-2018. Grades 5 -7 submerge into mission and spark discussions about applying scripture to everyday experiences. Each week closes with thought and prayer using a contemporary video. Technology is available with this curriculum along with a weekly devotional for the entire family.

Click here for the 2018-2019 Church School Registration Form

Communion

We encourage our children to participate in Communion with their families on Communion Sunday’s. Children are escorted to the sanctuary to join with their family for Communion.

“Peace Ringers” Children’s Hand Bell Choir

New this year is our Peace Ringers Children’s Hand Bell Choir which will practice in the Sanctuary (if no other congregational meeting is taking place in the Sanctuary that day) at 11:30am. Children in grades 2-8 are invited to speak with our Director of Music, Adam Peithmann, about openings. The schedule to see the Peace Ringers is pending, but watch the Sunday News!

“Me Too”

Children in grades 2-5 have a bonding program of their own called Me Too. The program meets once a month in the recreation room from at 12noon-1:30pm – following Peace Ringers’ practice. It is a time for food, fun and fellowship. As our world moves faster, children need time to connect with each other, and learn what they can do to share the love of God with friends. We gather for a lunch with the family, followed by Bible Blast games, while the adults have a topic of their own to discuss. We conclude by gathering the families together for a craft activity, mission project discussion, or a surprise guest.

First Church Choirs

Our choirs enrich your worship experience, which includes children’s story, music, sermon, and prayer.

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Communion

Communion is celebrated during worship on “Threshold Sundays” – the first Sunday of Advent, the first Sunday of the New Year, the first Sunday... Learn more...

Bible Study

Rev. Kevin offers a variety of multi-week book and Bible study classes at different times during the church year. Past classes have included... Learn more...

Families and Children

Families and children are prominent in our church life. Children participate in worship and events throughout the year. Children... Learn more...

“It is my time at First Church that helps me "recharge" my spirit with faith and hope for the coming week!”

Sue Hannigen

“A path which leads me forward in a journey of grace and love with my family, friends, and community."

Bruce Attridge

“Cherished elements of core traditions live on at First Church…”

Grant Dugan

“I hope others will find such joy when they come here.”

Eleanor Flint Campbell

“We treasure our many friends and colleagues in this wonderful congregation.”

Susan and Bruce Felmly

“I love First Church because of my involvement with Women's Connection.”

Pamela LeBlanc

“I get an overall feeling of being uplifted.”

Joan Currier

Highlights

Saturday, April 20th at 2pm

Celebration of Life for Michael Pugh

Please join the family and friends in the sanctuary on Saturday, April 20th at 2pm, as we celebrate the glorious life of Michael Pugh. A reception will follow the service.

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Saturday, May 11th at 10am

Celebration of Life for Beverly Archambault

Please join the family and friends at Goodwin Funeral Home on Saturday, May 11th at 10am, as we celebrate the meaningful life of Beverly Archambault. Goodwin Funeral Home is located at 607 Chestnut Street, Manchester, NH.

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Friday, May 10th at 10am

Celebration of Life for Denis Tremblay

Please join the family and friends in the Sanctuary on Friday, May 10th at 10am, as we celebrate the wonderful life of Denis Tremblay.

Saturday, May 11th

NHCUCC Women's Spring Gathering at FCC

Send your registration form by May1st...and sign up on the office window to help.

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Saturday, June 1st

Women's Connection 7th Annual Mystery Ride

Saturday, June 8th

Special Olympics Summer Games Mini-Jav

Sign up to Volunteer TODAY!

Be part of the First Church Volunteer Day at the Special Olympics Summer Games at the UNH campus in Durham. We are looking for 50 volunteers...no experience necessary! Just a caring heart and the desire to help make our 4th year another success for the athletes!

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Upcoming Events

Sunday, April 21, 2019 at 10:00am

Worship Easter Sunday

Join us for Easter Sunday! Our Senior Pastor, Rev. Kevin Pleas, will lead the worship service at 10:00am in the Sanctuary. This week's sermon is titled "The Game of Skeptism". The reading is from John 20:1-10, 19-29.

Following worship, all are welcome to fellowship in the dining room.

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Monday, April 29th at 6:30pm

Interfaith Women of New Hampshire

Join Interfaith Women of New Hampshire at St. Catherine of Sienna School Auditorium, 206 North St, Manchester, on Monday, April 29th at 6:30pm.

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Sunday, May 12, 2019

Service of Prayer and Healing

Inspired by the Celtic Tradition, the roughly half-hour service will include music, readings, prayers and an opportunity to receive a “Laying on of Hands” blessing. Service will be held in the Chapel following the 10:00am worship service and fellowship, on the 2nd Sunday each month.

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Sunday, May 5, 2019

"Spring Ring Sunday" Open House to learn about playing bells!

Join us for beautiful handbell music on May 5th and stay after worship to find out more about ringing handbells at the special bell "open house!" Hear how you can learn how to play handbells at FCC! For more information, you can also contact Adam Peithmann at 603-625-5093 or apeithmann@fccmanchesternh.org.

Sundays at 10am

Sunday School is in full swing!

All children are invited to visit the Sunday School. Children attend the 10am worship service, then head to classes following "Time with God's Children".

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2019 Cookbook Preorder