Office Hours
The First Church front office is open Monday thru Friday from 9:00am until 2:00pm. The staff is happy to arrange a meeting at any time, and is usually on hand until late afternoon and available evenings by appointment. On Sundays, the front office is not attended, however it is open should you need anything. Check the front office window for postings of upcoming activities and sign up sheets.
Contact Us, Directions and Parking
Contact
The church office is open Mondays through Fridays from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. You can call the office during these hours at 603.625.5093 or send an email anytime to our Church Administrator, Linda Bonetti, at LBonetti@FCCManchesterNH.org.
Directions
First Church is located at 508 Union Street, which is the corner of Union and Hanover Streets in Manchester, NH.
Parking
There is parking on Sunday mornings and evenings just north of the church on Union Street in the adjacent parking lot. Additional parking is available on neighboring streets, and handicapped parking is available along the church driveway and on Amherst Steet. The church is accessible for the disabled through the ramp door on the Amherst Street side of the building.
Meet Our Staff
The staff at First Congregational Church are here to help you with your questions and concerns. You may also contact a staff member for events. Learn more...
Ways To Get Involved
There are many ways to become involved at First Church. As you become more familiar with our church, some of the opportunities to choose... Learn more...
Our History
In 1839 the eager entrepreneurs of the Amoskeag Mills coaxed a small, struggling English Congregational Church to link arms with a small... Learn more...
Children
Sunday Mornings for Children - We warmly invite you and your children to join us on Sunday mornings for a time of spiritual enrichment... Learn more...
Handel's Messiah, Part 1
Handel's Messiah, Part 1, returns to the First Congregational Church on Saturday, December 2nd at 4pm. If you are interested in performing in the amazing triennial event, click here for the Performer's Invitation.
For a listing of rehearsal dates and commitment, please click here.
Handel's Messiah, Part 1, returns to the First Congregational Church on Saturday, December 2nd at 4pm.
If you are interested in financially supporting this amazing triennial event, click here for the 2018 Messiah Sponsorship Form.
Pick up your raffle tickets in the office all week, or Sundays during Fellowship Hour! Drawing is on November 11th! Proceeds to benefit the Quilt Ministry.
For more information and tickets, click here for the Quilt Ministry Raffle Ticket.
Upcoming Events
Sunday, October 21, 2018 at 10:00am.
Worship Sunday
Our Sunday worship begins at 10am! Our Commissioned Minister, Barbara Papagian, will lead the worship service at 10:00am in the Sanctuary.
Prior to the 10:00am service, please enjoy the new Time of Greeting ... meet new friends and share fond memories before worship begins.
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".
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.
Latest News
Current Videos
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From the Pastor's Desk
Get connected to Rev. Kevin's insights! Learn more...
Sunday Bulletin
See the order of worship at First Church for the Sunday Service, including the Scripture Reading. Learn more...
The Sunday News
What’s happening this week in the life of First Church? Learn more...
Church Window
What’s happening this month at First Church? Learn more...
ONA Celebration Service on Sunday, November 18th at 3pm
Join us as we celebrate our Open & Affirming status with a special worship service and Celebration on Sunday, November 18th at 3pm. All are welcome to attend.
The ONA Team offers water and resources to Concord Pride attendees on June 2nd!
First Congregational Church
508 Union Street, Manchester, NH 03104
603-625-5093