News and Events
Check in here often to get updated information on upcoming events in the life of First Church.
Click to view the Calendar or the monthly Church Window.
Click to view the Sunday Bulletin and The Sunday News which provide details on the upcoming worship service.
Would you like to enjoy our current videos on Vimeo? Click here!
Upcoming Events
Worship Sunday, February 23, 2020, at 10:00am
Worship This Sunday
Join us this Sunday for worship on Transfiguration Sunday! Our Commissioned Minister in Pastoral Care, Barbara Papagian, will lead the worship at 10:00am in the Sanctuary. This week's sermon is titled "Changes Happen. Be Not Afraid." The scripture reading is from Matthew 17:1-9 Learn more...
Worship Sunday, March 1, 2020, at 10:00am
Worship This Sunday
Join us this Sunday for worship on the First Sunday in Lent! Our Senior Pastor, Rev. Kevin Pleas, will lead the worship at 10:00am in the Sanctuary. This week's sermon is titled "A Lesson in Authenticity". The scripture reading is from Matthew 5:33-37. Learn more...
Interfaith Women of NH
Join women of all religious backgrounds as they explore the Joys and Challenges of Interfaith Families.
Registration at 6:15pm at Temple Adath Yeshurun.
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.
2019 Women's Connection Cookbook
only $12.50 each
See a member of Women's Connection to order
Highlights
Meet the Pastor Wednesdays 1pm-3pm
Rev. Kevin will be on vacation this week, but call the office to make an appointment with Barbara Papagian, our Commissioned Minister of Pastoral Care.
Come in Wednesday, March 4th from 1pm-3pm for some very inspirational one-on-one time with Rev. Kevin Pleas.
Men's Breakfast
Join Rev. Kevin and Peter Perich as the men of FCC make breakfast on the third Saturday of each month, and then enjoy a prayer discussion. The next breakfast is served at 8am on Saturday, March 21st.
Sign up on the office window, or talk to Rev. Pleas for details.
Dress A Girl
The next Dress A Girl Sew will be in April due to some meeting conflicts in February and March. Everyone is welcome to sew on their own or join us as we make some dresses for girls at risk around the world. Contact Linda Bonetti for patterns or kits.
Thanks to everyone who continues to support and sew for Dress A Girl!
Sokhom has brought our dresses to Cambodia! This grandmother is raising the grandchildren so the parents can find work in Thailand.
Young Athletes Volunteers
Join the Young Athletes 5:30-6:30pm at Manchester Community Music School. Sign up on the office window, or see Bill Jones.
Latest News
Read the 2019 Written Committee Reports by clicking here!
The 2019 Financial & Statistical Reports were sent by 1st class mail. Members wishing to receive a digital copy, can request one by email to Linda Bonetti at LBonetti@FCCManchesterNH.org.
Current Videos
Click here to enjoy our current videos on Vimeo including "Weave" sung by our choir during the Dress A Girl Around the World Blessing and Stewardship Sunday service. Also check out "I Believe", Jeffrey Frye's original "We are Unbroken (After All)", and other unique and enjoyable FCC musical moments!!
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...
First Congregational Church
508 Union Street, Manchester, NH 03104
603-625-5093