Devotional Resources

Welcome to our Devotional Resources page. We hope that you will find the suggested readings below to be both supportive and inspirational.

The Stillspeaking Daily Devotional provides short essays by pastors of the United Church of Christ, with a Bible passage and prayer.

Anthony Robinson is an ordained UCC minister, with 30 years of pulpit ministry. He now works as a speaker, teacher, consultant, coach, and author. His web page includes a Weekly Meditation as well as commentary in “What’s Tony Thinking?”

Richard Rohr’s Daily Meditations offer brief reflections on contemplative spirituality. Fr. Richard draws from his Franciscan heritage, Christian scriptures and mystics, and teachers from every wisdom tradition who point to our inherent union with and longing for God.

The Upper Room Daily Devotional mission is “to provide a model of practical Christianity, accessible in varied formats, to help people feel invited and welcomed into God’s presence.”

Daughters of Abraham is an interfaith book group of Christian, Jewish and Muslim women who have been meeting monthly since 2002 to explore their religious faiths through books. “The mission of the Daughters of Abraham is to overcome stereotypes and to foster mutual respect and understanding among Muslim, Jewish and Christian women”. Their website includes a list of recommended books on Christianity, Judaism, and Islam.

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Saturday, December 2nd at 4pm

**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.

Messiah Financial Support

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.

Quilt Ministry Raffle

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.

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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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Sunday, October 14, 2018

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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ONA Update

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.

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