Category Archives: Community

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  Winchester Open Studios 2023 – November 18, 2023

  Posted on October 31, 2023 by Sarah Marino in Community, Latest News, Ripley

  The Winchester Unitarian Society, Winchester Farmers Market, Studio on the Common, Winchester First Congregational Church, Rubini Arts, Jenks Center, Winchester Cultural Council, and the Winchester Cultural District are excited to announce our first town-wide Open Studios. Date: November 18, 2023 from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM Locations: First Congregational Church in Winchester, 21 Church Street […]

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  FCCW Diaper Drive

  Posted on October 30, 2023 by Sarah Marino in Community, Giving, Latest News, Ministries/Task Force News, Outreach, Youth

  Please drop off any new unopened diapers and wipes in collection bins located in the church lobby by November 19th. All sizes are welcomed but the greatest need is for sizes 4+ and pull-ups All Donations go to Immigrant families in Woburn Donate Today Questions? Email Minister of Children & Families Maggie Keeler

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  Ripley Presents: Stephen P. Kiernan & “The Glass Chateau”

  Posted on October 20, 2023 by Sarah Marino in Community, Latest News, Ripley

  Author Reading & Book Signing Friday, November 3, 7:30 p.m. Live In-Person and Livestreamed Free will offering taken at the door   Please join us for a unique and moving event, featuring critically acclaimed author, Stephen P. Kiernan. After last year’s triumphant reading from “Universe of Two,” Kiernan returns to Winchester to celebrate the release […]

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  Join us out on the Town Common for Worship this Sunday at 10 am (October 22,2023)

  Posted on October 20, 2023 by Sarah Marino in Community, Worship, Youth

  Grab your cat, lizard, and neighborhood racoon! This Sunday, we’ll celebrate the goodness of God’s creation in its many non-human forms with our annual Blessing of the Animals service, accompanied by a talented jazz band. We’re hoping to be on the Town Common if the weather holds up. If it is raining or muddy, we […]

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  Join us for the Jazz Blessing of the Animals

  Posted on October 12, 2023 by Nancy in Community, Latest News, Worship

  Sunday, October 22, 2023, 10 AM, Town Common Rain Location: Chidley Hall Please join us on the Town Common where we will swing, celebrate and give thanks for all of God’s creatures, blessing our animal companions. We welcome all pets—furry, scaly, hairy, feathery and even plush! Photos of beloved pet companions are welcome in place […]

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  Grieving in Community

  Posted on September 25, 2023 by Sarah Marino in Community, Health and Wellness, Latest News, Small Groups, Youth

  Grieving in Community is a support group for the spectrum of loss. From losing a loved one to experiencing unexpected change, grief affects in a variety of ways. Join us on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month in fall at 6 PM for conversation and rituals. Email Rev. Maeve at maeve.fccw@gmail.com to register and/or to […]

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  You still have time! We are extending the sign-up period for Roots and Branches, which will return this fall, by popular demand.

  Posted on September 20, 2023 by Sarah Marino in Adult Ed, Community, Latest News, Small Groups

  ‘Who do you say that I am?’ ‘Do you see this woman?’ ‘What do you want me to do for you?’ You still have time! We are extending the sign-up period for Roots and Branches,which will return this fall, by popular demand.   Last year five groups, of about ten people each, met in our […]

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  Come sing, dance & get a little loco with Rockabye Beats!

  Posted on June 28, 2023 by Sarah Marino in Community, Latest News, Youth

  Join us for a free, family-friendly concert on the lawn on Thursday, July 20th at 6:00 PM. Feel free to come early and picnic before the real fun starts. ROCKABYE BEATS | Music Classes for Preschoolers Online + in-person music classes for babies, toddlers, and preschool-aged kids. Sing, dance, + get a little loco with […]

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  Youth Retreat

  Posted on June 26, 2023 by Sarah Marino in Community, Latest News, Youth

  Junior Forum and Forum families: Sign up for an eco-centered, fall retreat at Camp Wilmot in New Hampshire!   Through the theme of “Let the Earth Rejoice,” this will be a wonderful chance to better know your community and meet other youth in New England whose churches are connected with GLOW. We’ll prepare and eat […]

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  Repair Café returns on Saturday, June 17th!

  Posted on May 18, 2023 by Sarah Marino in Community, Environment, Latest News, Outreach

  After the great success of our fourth Repair Café, FCCW is poised to offer its second one for 2023!   Given the enthusiastic response of specialists as well as those seeking repairs and mending, Repair Café plans on expanding its offering. At our next event, along with the excellent services we already offer, we plan on offering jewelry repair, knife sharpening for serrated as well […]

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