FCC Bulletins
See the order of worship for the Sunday Service, including the Scripture Reading. The current week’s Bulletin is posted by Thursday. [CLICK HERE] to connect to Facebook.
9:10 Morning Watch for the week of April 26, 2021
9:10 Morning Watch for the week of April 19, 2021
9:10 Morning Watch for the week of April 12, 2021
9:10 Morning Watch for the week of April 5, 2021
April 4, 2021 Easter Web Bulletin
April 1, 2021 Maundy Thursday Web Bulletin
9:10 Morning Watch for the week of March 29, 2021
March 28, 2021 Palm Sunday Web Bulletin
9:10 Morning Watch for the week of March 22, 2021
9:10 Morning Watch for the week of March 15, 2021
9:10 Morning Watch for the week of March 8, 2021
9:10 Morning Watch for the week of March 1, 2021
February 28, 2021 Web Bulletin
9:10 Morning Watch for the week of February 22, 2021
February 21, 2021 Web Bulletin
February 17, 2021 Ash Wednesday Web Bulletin
9:10 Morning Watch for the week of February 15, 2021
February 14, 2021 Web Bulletin
9:10 Morning Watch for the week of February 8, 2021
9:10 Morning Watch for the week of February 1, 2021
9:10 Morning Watch for the week of January 25, 2021
9:10 Morning Watch for the week of January 18, 2021
January 17, 2021 MLK Web Bulletin
9:10 Morning Watch for the week of January 11, 2021
9:10 Morning Watch for the week of January 4, 2021
9:10 Morning Watch for the week of December 28, 2020
December 27, 2020 Web Bulletin
December 24, 2020 Web Bulletin Christmas Eve
9:10 Morning Watch for the week of December 21, 2020
December 20, 2020 Web Bulletin
9:10 Morning Watch for the week of December 14, 2020
December 13, 2020 Web Bulletin
Adam the Elf Singalong Lyrics for Friday, December 11th at 7pm
9:10 Morning Watch for the week of December 7, 2020
9:10 Morning Watch with Peter for the week of November 30, 2020
November 29, 2020 Web Bulletin
9:10 Morning Watch with Peter for the week of November 23, 2020
November 22, 2020 Web Bulletin
9:10 Morning Watch with Peter for the week of November 16, 2020
November 15, 2020 Web Bulletin
9:10 Morning Watch with Peter for the week of November 9, 2020
9:10 Morning Watch for the week of October 19, 2020
9:10 Morning Watch for the week of October 12, 2020
9:10 Morning Watch for the week of October 5, 2020
October 4, 2020 Web Bulletin followed by Communion Message and Hymn Lyrics
9:10 Morning Watch for the week of September 28, 2020
September 27, 2020 Web Bulletin followed by Hymn Lyrics
9:10 Morning Watch for the week of September 21, 2020
September 20, 2020 Web Bulletin followed by Hymn Lyrics
9:10 Morning Watch for the week of September 14, 2020
September 13, 2020 Hymn Sing Text
9:10 Morning Watch for week of September 8, 2020 (Tuesday-Thursday)
September 6, 2020 Web Bulletin
September 6, 2020 Hymn Sing Text
9:10 Morning Watch for week of August 31st
August 30, 2020 Hymn Sing Text
9:10 Morning Watch for week of August 24th
August 23, 2020 Hymn Sing Text
9:10 Morning Watch for week of August 17th
August 16, 2020 Hymn Sing Text
9:10 Morning Watch for week of August 10th
9:10 Morning Watch for week of August 3rd
9:10 Morning Watch for week of July 27th
9:10 Morning Watch for week of July 20th
9:10 Morning Watch for the week of July 13th
9:10 Morning Watch for the week of July 6th
July 5, 2020 Web Bulletin with Rev. Stephen Cushing
9:10 Morning Watch for the week of June 29th
9:10 Morning Watch for the week of June 22nd
9:10 Morning Watch for the week of June 15th
9:10 Morning Watch for the week of June 8th
9:10 Morning Watch for the week of June 1st
9:10 Morning Watch for the week of May 26th
May 24, 2020 Web Memorial Day Bulletin
9:10 Morning Watch for the week of May 18th
9:10 Morning Watch for the week of May 11th
May 10, 2020 Webcast Mothers Day Bulletin
Weekday Watch for the week of May 4th
Weekday Watch for the week of April 27th
April 26, 2020 Webcast Bulletin
Weekday Watch for the week of April 20th
April 19, 2020 Webcast Bulletin
Easter Sunday Webcast Bulletin
Weekly Watch for the week of April 13th
April 9, 2020 Maundy Thursday Webcast Bulletin
April 5, 2020 Webcast Bulletin
March 29, 2020 Webcast Bulletin
March 29th Hymn Sing Text for Facebook.com Hymn & Sing
First Church Choirs
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Communion
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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.
Bible Study with a New Twist
Fridays at 9:30am
We are trying something new for our usual Book/Bible Study…Movie Club! We will be watching a movie at home and then having a group discussion about the Christian values in the storyline. We have a list of movies already planned but feel free to give us more suggestions. Reach out to Barbara at BPapagian@fccmanchesternh.org to be included in the email about this exciting new take on Book/Bible Study!
The April 23rd discussion will be about "Becket". The April 30th discussion will be about "Tootsie". All are welcome!
Mothers Day Blanket Sunday
May 9, 2021
Honor your mother or special lady with a donation to Church World Service!
[CLICK HERE] Mothers Day Blankets Sunday Order Form with instructions. Return the form to the office by April 30th, and send a photo of your loved one to Adam Peithmann at APeithmann@FCCManchesterNH.org.
Highlights
Mark Miller on May 23rd at 7pm
Draw the Circle Wide: An Evening with Mark Miller
Sponsored by First Congregational Church Manchester’s Music Ministry, Open & Affirming Committee, Outreach Committee, and Church Council.
You are invited to a conversation and musical presentation on Zoom with church musician, composer and educator, Mark Miller!
Women's Connection
Join the Zoom socials!
Bingo on Tuesday, April 20th at 6:30pm!
Email Denise (beau.de@comcast.net) to get a Zoom invite via email.
Barbara Papagian Ordination
May 16, 2021
The Hillsborough Association of the NH Conference-UCC approved Barbara to become an Ordained Minister! Watch for more details of her Ordinationn Ceremony on Sunday, May 16th!
Friday Nights at FCC
Keep tuned for Friday Nights at FCC on Friday, April 30 at 6pm...and on the last Friday of the month at 6pm going forward.
This month's Friday Nights at FCC event will feature Adam Peithmann at 6:00 pm.
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.
Holly Berry Fair on November 20th!
Get ready for the Holly Berry Fair on Saturday, November 20, 2021! 
Contact Pam LeBlanc (blanclp@comcast.net) or Peggy Neveu (frannys1@aol.com) talk about how you can get involved!
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]!
The Open & Affirming Committee generally meets via zoom on the 4th Sunday at 1pm. Contact Carol Soucy for more information.
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...
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