Sermons
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Recent Sermons
10/7/18, Rev. Pleas – A Feast For All People
9/30/18, Rev. Pleas – God’s Work, Our Hands
9/23/18, Barbara Papagian – From Last to First
9/16/18, Rev. Pleas – What’s My Line?
9/9/18, Rev. Pleas – The Living Church
9/2/18, Rev. Pleas – Finding Delight in Action
8/26/18, Rev. Pleas – Feed My Sheep
8/19/18, Rev. Pleas – A Discerning Mind, A Wise Heart
8/12/18, Rev. Dr. Charles Buck – God Help Us
8/5/18, Rev. Kathy Alger – Three Short Stories
7/29/18, Emelia Attridge – Take a Breath
7/22/18, Rev. Pleas – That’s Why I’m Here
7/15/18, Rev. Pleas – What Do You Dance?
7/8/18, Rev. Pleas – Sufficient Grace
7/1/18, Rev. Pleas – The Land of the Free
6/24/18, Rev. Pleas – Life is What You Do
6/17/18, Rev. Pleas – Walk Humbly with God
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...
Families and Children
Families and children are prominent in our church life. Children participate in worship and events throughout the year. Children... 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.
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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