Sermons
To see and hear an inspirational sermon, please click below.
9/27/20, Rev. Pleas
Good Grief
8/30/20, Rev. Pleas
I Am! Has Sent Me
8/23/20, Rev. Pleas
Who Do You Say I Am?
8/16/20, Rev. Pleas
The Woman at the Well
8/2/20, Rev. Pleas
Learning From Loneliness
7/26/20, Rev. Pleas
If God is For Us…
7/19/20, Rev. Pleas
The Great Companion
6/21/20, Rev. Pleas
God So Loved the World
6/14/20, Rev. Pleas
Hope Does Not Disappoint
6/7/20, Rev. Pleas
In the Beginning, God…
5/31/20, Rev. Pleas
Five Words with My Mind
5/24/20, Rev. Pleas
In Living Memory
5/17/20, Rev. Pleas
In the World, But Not Of the World
5/10/20, Barbara Papagian
Mother’s Day Sermon
5/3/20, Rev. Pleas
I Will Give You Rest
4/26/20, Rev. Pleas
Druthers
4/19/20, Rev. Pleas
For My Returning
4/12/20, Rev. Pleas
Dem Bones
3/8/20, Rev. Pleas
The Lesson of Scripture
3/1/20, Rev. Pleas
The Lesson of Authenticity
2/16/20, Rev. Pleas
Can I Get a Witness?!
2/9/20, Rev. Pleas
Glass Houses
2/2/20, Rev. Pleas
Groundhog Day, Again
1/19/20, Barbara Papagian
Called to Be Servants
1/12/20, Rev. Pleas
The Wedding in Cana
1/5/20, Rev. Pleas
Paying Homage
12/24/19, Rev. Pleas
Christmas Eve Meditation
12/22/19, Rev. Pleas
God in a Baby
12/15/19, Rev. Pleas
The Gift of Joy
12/8/19, Rev. Pleas
Mary and Elizabeth
12/1/19, Rev. Pleas
A Thief in the Night
11/24/19, Rev. Pleas
We Always Give Thanks
11/17/19, Rev. Pleas
The Gifts of Ministry
11/10/19, Barbara Papagian
Freedoms and the Four “E” Words
11/3/19, Rev. Pleas
Among the Saints
10/27/19, Rev. Pleas
A New Covenant
10/20/19, Rev. Pleas
Persistence
10/13/19, Rev. Pleas
Shadowbound
10/6/19, Rev. Pleas
My Brother’s Keeper
First Church Choirs
Our choirs enrich your worship experience, which includes children’s story, music, sermon, and prayer.
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...
VISITORS TO THE FCC OFFICES
Until further notice, visitors should call ahead to ensure the health and safety of our staff, members, and friends. The Food Closet is available Monday-Friday 9-12noon by prearrangement. Should you need anything relating to the office, please email Linda Bonetti, Rev. Kevin Pleas, or Barbara Papagian. Our prayers are with you.
Upcoming Events
Sunday Worship
[CLICK HERE] to join Rev. Kevin Pleas, our Senior Pastor, as he delivers this week's message on Facebook.com/FCCManchester on Sunday at 10am for weekly Worship.
To connect to the Web Bulletin, which includes music lyrics, please [CLICK HERE].
[CLICK HERE] to send a Prayer Request to Barbara Papagian by 8:30am Friday.
You do not need a Facebook account to view the services live or watch the videos on your own time.
Barbara Papagian will be sending out periodic inspirational messages via The FCC Friday Link. To sign up, send your email to Barbara by [CLICKING HERE]. We pray that everyone stays safe, obeys the rules, and keeps in phone or email contact with all those in need of kindness and an encouraging word.
9:10 Morning Watch
Join 9:10 Morning Watch Monday-Thursday.
[CLICK HERE] to connect to Facebook
[CLICK HERE] to access the Morning Watch Bulletin on the FCC Bulletins page.
Barbara Papagian Ecclesiastical Council
She made it!
The Hillsborough Association of the NH Conference-UCC approved Barbara to become an Ordained Minister! Watch for more details of her Ordinationn Ceremony as they unfold in early 2021. Congratulations to Barbara from FCC! You make us so proud!
Highlights
Bible Study with Barbara
Bible Study with Barbara is Fridays at 9:30am until February 26th.
[Click Here] for more information. All are welcome!
Women's Connection
Join the Zoom socials...next one is Wednesday, January 20th at 6:30pm. [Click Here] for more information about BINGO!
email Pam ( blanclp@comcast.net) or Denise ( beau.de@comcast.net) to get an invite via email.
Friday Nights at FCC
Keep tuned for Friday Nights at FCC to resume on Friday, January 29th...and on the last Friday of the month at 6pm going forward. Events will be posted in the FCC Friday Link. Tune in to hear your favorite hymns arranged in a variety of styles plus classical standards. We hope to see you there!
Please [CLICK HERE] to access Vimeo. Events remain on Vimeo for your inspiration. Or go live on Facebook.
The Light in the Heart of the City
FCC has been a beacon of hope since 1878 on the corner of Union and Hanover Street. On December 20-27th we left the lights on overnight as a reminder of our mission to bring faith, hope and peace throughout the year to our neighbors, friends, and congregants.
Learn more about the Samuel West stained glass windows by clicking Light in the Heart of the City.
Dress A Girl
Watch for updates. 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!
To make masks for healthcare workers, here is a YouTube video I found very useful. Call the facility first before dropping them off, please. Pattern for medical masks
Latest News
Videos on Vimeo
[CLICK HERE] to enjoy our current videos on Vimeo. Recently Adam has been recording some select pieces for your enjoyment. Also check out "I Believe", Jeffrey Frye's original "We are Unbroken (After All)"; "Weave" sung by our choir during the Dress A Girl Around the World Blessing and Stewardship Sunday service; and other unique and enjoyable FCC musical moments!!
Open & Affirming
See the latest Open and Affirming News by [clicking here]!
Join the Open & Affirming Zoom Conference on Saturday, January 30th 9am-12:30pm. Register by [Clicking Here].
Quick Links to Content
From the Pastor's Desk
Link to Pastor Kevin Pleas' In the Spirit columns by [clicking here].
Sunday Bulletin
See the order of worship at First Church for the Sunday Service, including the Scripture Reading. Learn more...
The Sunday News & FCC Friday Link
What’s happening this week in the life of First Church? Click on the FCC Friday Link to see what happening around First Congregational Church!
For the rest of the "Covid season" we will stop producing the Sunday News, and resume it with the Bulletins at "in person" services.
Church Window
What’s happening this month at First Church? Learn more...
What's happening with committees!
Read the 2019 Written Committee Reports by clicking here!
The 2019 Financial & Statistical Reports. Members wishing to receive a digital copy, can request one by email to Linda Bonetti at LBonetti@FCCManchesterNH.org.
Cookbook
Women's Connection Cookbook
only $12.50 each
!See a member of Women's Connection or call the office for your copy of our favorite recipes
First Congregational Church
508 Union Street, Manchester, NH 03104
603-625-5093