Sunday Worship 10:00 AM – Worship Service / Nursery and Sunday School for children.
107 Palisado Avenue
, Windsor
, CT
06095
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Earth Day Celebration
posted on April 22
Happy Earth Day, everyone! We'll be gathering for an Earth Day Celebration this Sunday, April 28th, and we hope you'll join us! Pastor Nicole is leading worship and her sermon is titled "Peace on ...
Look For The Living
posted on April 21
Hear Pastor Nicole's sermon for this Easter Sunday. Scripture reading is Luke 24:1-12.
Barbara van Winkelen Prints and Note Cards for Sale
posted on April 20
Barbara van Winkelen Prints and Notecards Barbara van Winkelen was an internationally known artist who was a longtime member of First Church and a good friend to so many. Several of us have her ...
Easter Sunday
posted on April 15
Happy Easter Week, everyone! We'll be holding two services on Sunday; one at 9 a.m. and one at 11 a.m. The 11 a.m. service will feature a performance by the Spark Singers, but both services will ...
Easter Egg Hunt & Brunch
posted on April 14
Children in the 5th grade and younger are invited to hunt for Easter eggs! Join us for crafts, food, and fun! This is a free event and all are most welcome!
Maundy Thursday and Good Friday
posted on April 13
Join us for our Maundy Thursday service this Thursday, April 18th, at 7 p.m. in the Meeting House. Pastor Nicole will be leading worship and reflecting on the last moments of Jesus. On Good Friday, at...
Stones Cry Out
posted on April 12
Pastor Nicole tells us when "Stones Cry Out", her sermon for this Palm Sunday. Scripture reading is Luke 19:28-40.
Palm Sunday
posted on April 08
This Sunday, April 14th, we'll gather to celebrate Palm Sunday! Pastor Nicole is our worship leader and her sermon is titled "Stones Cry Out." We hope to see you then!
A Sacred Conversation on Church Restart
posted on April 07
On this fifth Sunday in Lent, Rev. Dr. Todd Yonkman and the moderator of the First Congregational Church of Stamford, Maureen Matthews talk with Pastor Nicole about their Church Restart. Scripture ...
The Fifth Sunday of Lent
posted on April 01
Join us on April 7th at 10 a.m. when we will gather to celebrate the Fifth Sunday of Lent! In the last part of our Lenten Series, we will be joined by Rev. Dr. Todd Yonkman who will lead us in a ...
Women's History Month at FCW
posted on March 28
March is Women's History Month! Here at FCW we're celebrating the history of women in ministry! Throughout this month, several FCW members will share their stories about the challenges and rewards of ...
Women's History Month at FCW
posted on March 27
When Edie began seminary at Yale Divinity School, she was convinced she wouldn't go into parish ministry. At Center Church in Hartford, where she completed her practicum, that position changed. She ...
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The Fourth Sunday of Lent
posted on March 25
We hope you'll join us on March 31st when we will celebrate the Fourth Sunday of Lent! As part of our Lenten Series, we'll be joined by Rev. Shawn Garan for a Sacred Conversation about the Future ...
A Sacred Conversation on the Holocaust
posted on March 24
Pastor Nicole Grant Yonkman discusses the Holocaust with Heidi Fishman, author of Tutti's Promise, on this third Sunday in Lent. Scripture reading is Psalm 120.
Women's History Month at FCW
posted on March 21
Rev. Dr. Davida Foy Crabtree grew up in a little UCC church in Northfield CT and went off to Silver Lake as an awkward 7th grader in 1957, unsure of herself, tired of the bullies in school, and ...
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The Third Sunday of Lent
posted on March 18
We hope you'll join us for worship on March 24th when we will gather to celebrate the third Sunday of Lent. We'll be joined by Heidi Fishman, author of "Tutti's Promise" for a Sacred Conversation on ...
A Sacred Conversation on Addiction and Recovery
posted on March 17
For this second Sunday in Lent, Ralph Gagliardo from Hands-on Hartford converses about addiction and recovery with Gordon Kenneson and Pastor Nicole. Scripture reading is Luke 13:31-35.
Women's History Month at FCW
posted on March 14
March is Women's History Month! Here at FCW we're celebrating the history of women in ministry! Throughout this month, several FCW members will share their stories about the challenges and rewards of ...
Scout Sunday
posted on March 11
We hope you'll join us to celebrate the Scout Sunday on March 17 when Boy and Girl Scouts from our FCW community will be taking part in worship. We invite all Scouts to attend and ask that you wear ...
A Sacred Conversation on Social Justice Issues in Windsor
posted on March 10
On this first Sunday in Lent, Pastor Nicole talks with the Honorable Superior Court Judge Kevin Washington about social justice. Scripture lesson is Luke 4:1-13.
Crafting Fellowship
posted on March 09
Our new crafting fellowship group will meet on the 2nd Tuesday of each month beginning on Tuesday, March 12th. We'll meet in the Conference Room at 6:30 p.m. for a bead craft workshop. No experience ...
The First Sunday of Lent
posted on March 05
We hope you'll join us to celebrate the First Sunday of Lent on March 10th! Pastor Nicole will be joined by Judge Kevin Washington for a Sacred Conversation on Social Justice Issues in Windsor.
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Ash Wednesday Worship
posted on March 04
Join us for Ash Wednesday Worship on March 6th at 7 p.m. All are most welcome!
Glory on the Mountain
posted on March 03
Pastor Adrienne Armes shares her insights on the transfiguration of Jesus. Scripture reading is Luke 9:28-36.
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Jazz Worship Sunday
posted on February 25
We hope you'll join us for our Jazz Worship Service this Sunday, March 3rd! Pastor Adrienne is preaching and her sermon is titled "Glory on the Mountain."
Black History Celebration
posted on February 24
In celebration of Black History Month, listen to three speakers reflect on their history: Kevin L. Booker, Jr. of Booker Empowerment, LLC., laity leader Dionne Bassett, and Bishop Victor Rush of the ...
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Black History Celebration
posted on February 18
This week at FCW we're celebrating Black History Month! Please join us for worship this Sunday, February 24, at 10 a.m. when we will be joined by special guest speakers Dionne Bassett, Kevin Booker ...
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Choir Sunday
posted on February 11
This Sunday, February 17, we will gather to celebrate our wonderful choir! The theme of our worship is "Blessed Are You: Celebrating the World Through Music." We hope you'll join us!
Fishing in Deep, Deep Waters
posted on February 10
On this Racial Justice Sunday, Pastor Nicole shares her thoughts on what it takes to be a multi-racial, multi-cultural church. Scripture reading is Luke 5:1-11.
What Silver Lake Means to Me
posted on February 04
The Silver Lake Conference Center of the UCC provides a rich camp program in Sharon CT for our youth. Listen to campers Leila and Olivia talk about their experiences, and to Brian Lapis, local TV ...
A Breath-taking Vision
posted on February 03
The Rev. Paul Nickerson, a well known consultant about church vitality, talks about "A Breath-taking Vision" today. Scripture readings are Exodus 3:1-12 and Acts 16:6-10.
Racial Justice Sunday
posted on February 02
Join us this week as we gather to celebrate Racial Justice Sunday on February 10. Pastor Nicole is leading worship and her sermon is titled "Fishing in Deep, Deep Waters." Be sure to stick around for...
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Communion Sunday
posted on January 28
We hope you'll join us for worship this Sunday, February 3, when we will receive Communion together! We will welcome Rev. Paul Nickerson as our guest preacher. His sermon is titled "A Breathtaking ...
Silver Lake Sunday
posted on January 23
Join us for worship this Sunday, January 27, when we'll celebrate Silver Lake Sunday! Instead of a sermon, we'll be hearing from various speakers about what Silver Lake means to them. We'll also be ...
Worship Cancelled - Sunday, January 20
posted on January 19
Please be advised that worship tomorrow, Sunday, January 20, has been canceled due to inclement weather. All church activities are also canceled. Be sure to stay warm and safe!
Martin Luther King Sunday
posted on January 15
We hope you'll join us as we gather together to celebrate Martin Luther King Sunday on January 20. We'll be joined by our guest preacher, Rev. Shawn Garan who will be holding a Sacred Conversation on ...
Christmas Eve Worship
posted on December 11
Join us for Christmas Eve Worship! 5 PM: Family Christmas Eve Worship with Children's Pageant, featuring a performance by the Spark Singers 9 PM: Traditional Christmas Worship with Lessons and ...
Women's Club 2018 Schedule
posted on August 10
Welcome to a new season of the Women's Club. Please join us September 11 at noon in Nelson Hall. Bring your own sandwich and we will provide beverages and dessert. Pastor Adrienne and Midge ...
No Partiality
posted on January 11
On Open and Affirming Sunday, June 26, 2016, Pastor Nicole Grant Yonkman and Claudia Jones conducted a sacred conversation titled "No Partiality." Claudia Jones, a First Church member and local ...
“A Sacred Conversation on the Reforming Church”
posted on October 30
Listen here to “A Sacred Conversation on the Reforming Church” between Pastor Nicole and Rev. Rick Huleatt, Pastor Emeritus.
"Sing a Song of Salvation"
posted on October 23
Listen here to Rev. Tamara Moreland's 10/22 sermon, "Sing a Song of Salvation."
"Time and Again"
posted on October 16
Listen here to Rev. Travis Armes' 10/15 sermon, "Time and Again."
"The Good News is Always Close to the Fire"
posted on October 09
Listen here to Pastor Nicole's 10/8 sermon, "The Good News is Always Close to the Fire."
"Plagues Rain Down"
posted on October 05
Listen here to Pastor Nicole's 10/1 sermon, "Plagues Rain Down."
Disaster Ministries launches Hurricane Irma appeal, immersed in Harvey recovery
posted on September 08
Disaster Ministries launches Hurricane Irma appeal, immersed in Harvey recovery The UCC Disaster Ministries team is being stretched this week, effectively responding to two devastating hurricanes — ...
United Church of Christ News UCC Pastoral Letter condemns racist violence in Charlottesville, demands equality for all
posted on August 21
Dear Members, Friends, Clergy, and Leaders of and within the United Church of Christ, Last weekend, a group of white supremacists came to Charlottesville, Virginia, and incited violence to protest ...
Messy Church
posted on June 29
Messy Church is: Christ-centered Messy Church is a church that encourages a relationship with spiritual growth through a variety of fun activities. For all-ages Messy Church is for adults and ...
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Mother's Day At First Church
posted on May 10
We hope you'll join us for our Mother's Day service this Sunday, May 14th at 10 am. To celebrate this special day, our very own Spark Singers will be performing. Be sure to wear your most fabulous hat...
Over 1,000 people gather for 911 ceremony
posted on September 13
Over 1,000 people gathered at the church to
Sunday, August 7: Vacation Bible School Sunday
posted on August 03
our campers participate in leading worship.
The Convenience of Electronic Giving
posted on August 03
First Church in Windsor wants to remind you that we offer electronic giving as a way to automate your regular offering. Electronic giving offers convenience for members and friends and provides ...
The Seeking Disciples Confirmation Class
posted on August 03
If you are a young person entering 9 th grade or higher and have not been previously confirmed, you are invited to join the upcoming Seeking Disciples confirmation class. If you are curious about your...
From Pastor Nicole
posted on August 02
Dear Church family and friends, So much has happened in our world since our last Edge, and it has caused many of our community to question “Where is God in the midst of this?” In keeping with the ...
First Woman Senior Pastor in First Church in Windsor
posted on August 01
“I’m excited about the opportunity to join a list of distinguished pastors, some of whom served First Church for forty years,” says Rev. Nicole Grant Yonkman, who recently moved to Windsor with her ...
Generosity
posted on August 01
In the midst of new dimensions, in the face of changing ways, Who will lead the pilgrim peoples, wandering in their separate ways? God of rainbow, fiery pillar, leading where the eagles soar, We your...
Children and Youth Faith Formation
posted on July 31
The CE Board and the Faith Formation Team would like to express heartfelt thanks to everyone who has volunteered to teach, assist in the classrooms and monitor for the upcoming Church School year. We ...
Vacation Bible School Peace Camp - Aug 1 to 5
posted on July 31
Parish Caring Ministries
posted on July 30
Please save the date: The Parish Caring Council will host a Second Hour on Parish Caring Sunday (October 16) with a showing of a DVD entitled "To Whom I May Concern". This DVD captures the stories of ...
Outreach Board
posted on July 27
The Outreach Board is reaching out this summer with site visits to organizations we support in the larger community. On July 13, Joyce Ward, Colleen Olson and I visited the summer school site ...
You Are Welcome Here
posted on July 21
Several weeks ago, a few folks met with Pastor Nicole to talk about ways to increase the visibility of First Church in the community and beyond. We were concerned that the word was not getting out ...
Book Buddy News
posted on July 20
We wrapped up another successful year in June with our last Book Buddy visits to the kindergarteners at the Simpson-Waverly School in Hartford and to the four year olds at our own Early Learning ...
Coming Soon to Nelson Hall - Save the Date!
posted on July 20
A Windsor Home Companion. Saturday Sept 21 at 6:30. Fun and Fellowship!
Photography Discussion Group: Monday August 1
posted on July 20
You are invited to join others from First Church who like to make photographs. At our first meeting we enjoyed each sharing a photograph. Two of us brought fascinating larger samples from our ...
Women’s Club Programs for 2016-2017
posted on July 20
The Women’s Club starts a new season of wonderful programs. We meet on every second Tuesday of the month at noon in Nelson Hall. We bring our own sandwiches. Coffee, tea and finger desserts are ...
