First Church Concerts
First Church has a vibrant music ministry program which includes concerts throughout the year. These concerts feature talent within the church and special musical guests from the local community.
The concerts are free, non-ticketed events followed by a free-will offering that benefits the music ministry or a local charity. Some of the concerts include organ recitals such as the Four Hands & Four Feet Organ Duet, Christmas and Messiah concerts, and special artists such as New England Brass and the African Children’s Choir.
Handel’s Messiah, Part 1, will return on Sunday, December 2, 2018 at 4pm. This traditional triennial musical extravaganza will inspire everyone with heartfelt song and celebration of the Advent season. To participate as a musician, click here. For a schedule of rehearsals, click here.
Contact Adam Peithmann, Director of Music Ministry at APeithmann@FCCManchesterNH.org to join the concert series mailing list.
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Upcoming Events
Sunday, December 9, 2018 at 10:00am.
Worship Sunday
Join us for the Second Sunday of Advent. Our Commissioned Minister of Pastoral Care, Barbara Papagian, will lead the worship service at 10:00am in the Sanctuary. This week's sermon is titled "Sing it, Zechariah." The reading is from Luke 1:67-72.
Prior to the 10:00am service, please enjoy the new Time of Greeting ... meet new friends and share fond memories before worship begins.
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.
Blue Christmas Service
Holidays, especially Christmas, can be a painful time for some.
For those who are experiencing pain and loss, we want you to know that you are not alone. Join with others on Monday, December 10th at 7pm in the Chapel, as we acknowledge each other’s sadness, while affirming the life-giving presence of God.
Christmas Eve Services
4:30pm Family Christmas Service
8:00pm Candlelight Service
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Enjoy the choir's rendition of "I Believe"
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Liz Verity was presented at the Spirit of NH Award Ceremony as the FCC Volunteer of the Year!
Thanks to everyone for the donations to the Quilt Raffle. We collected $840 which will be used towards upcoming Quilt Ministry projects!
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".
First Congregational Church
508 Union Street, Manchester, NH 03104
603-625-5093