First Congregational Church of South Windsor
United Church of Christ
Welcome
Whoever you are,
wherever you are on life's journey, you are welcome here!
Business Office Hours
Tues. - Fri.: 9am - 2pm
Our Mission
We strive to apply Jesus’ teaching by recognizing that every individual is a child of God and we welcome all to join us on our faith journey in providing guidance, love, and hope to our community and the world in the spirit of Jesus Christ.
Visit Us
993 Main Street, P.O. Box 165
South Windsor, CT 06074
(860) 528-7992
Worship: 10am on Sundays
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Worship Services
Worship services are on Sundays at 10:00am in person and online. If you are interested in joining us for online worship, please email the church office at firstchurchsw@gmail.com for the link.
The church office hours remain Tuesday - Friday 9am - 2pm. Should any pastoral need arise, please call the church office at (860) 528-7992 and your call will be returned as soon as possible.
Have a blessed day!
Celebrate Easter Sunday at
First Congregational Church🎺
Join us as we celebrate the resurrection of Christ and the promise of new beginnings! This Easter, we gather to reflect on the power of hope and the joy of a new morning.
Service Details
📅 Date: Sunday, April 5, 2026
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Location: In-Person at First Congregational Church of South Windsor, United Church of Christ
993 Main Street, South Windsor, CT USA
or Online via Zoom
Service Theme: “Roll away the stone.”
“This new morning is the beginning of new life.”
Message: “The Myth of Sisyphus?”
Leader: Pastor Dean Kucera
Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10
Special Guest Musician
We are delighted to welcome the return of acclaimed jazz musician Caleb Nierenberg on the trumpet. His soulful music will help us mark this celebratory day with beauty and energy. There’s nothing quite like a trumpet to announce a celebration, and Caleb always brings the spirit.
Can’t make it in person? Join our vibrant community from wherever you are. Contact our church office to have the link sent: firstchurchsw@gmail.com
Maundy Thursday: A Service of Tenebrae & Holy Communion
Thursday, April 2, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Join us in person or online via Zoom
You are invited to join Pastor Dean Kucera and the First Church worship team for a moving Maundy Thursday Service of Darkness.
What is Tenebrae?
Tenebrae (the Latin word for "shadows" or "darkness") is a unique and ancient service of reflection. As we share holy readings describing the time between the Last Supper and the Passion of Christ, the sanctuary candles are gradually extinguished.
By the final reading, the room is nearly dark—save for the light of the single Christ Candle. This final light represents our steady hope and the promise of the coming Easter morning.
An Open Table for All
Holy Communion will be served as we remember the Last Supper. At First Congregational Church of South Windsor, we practice an open table: no matter your faith background or where you are on your spiritual journey, you are truly welcome to worship here and receive communion with us.
How to Attend
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In Person: Join us in our sanctuary at 993 Main Street, South Windsor, CT.
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Online: For those joining from home, the service will be streamed live via Zoom.
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If you would like to join us via Zoom, please contact the church office to be added to the list: firstchurchsw@gmail.com
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A Quiet Space for Reflection
Maundy Thursday is a powerful opportunity to pause and reflect before the joy of Easter Sunday. Whether you seek quiet meditation or a sense of community, we hope to see you there.
This Sunday: "Palms of Lies" & Pancake Breakfast!
As the most sacred time of the year approaches, everyone is warmly invited to journey with us through Holy Week. This is a period to pause, reflect, and observe the path from the entry into Jerusalem to the celebration of the Resurrection.
Holy Week 2026:
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Palm Sunday (March 29): 10:00 AM – Commemorating the entry into Jerusalem.
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Maundy Thursday (April 2): 7:00 PM – A service of remembrance and communion.
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Good Friday (April 3): 10:30 AM-12:30 PM – A solemn reflection on the path to the cross. The church will be open for prayer.
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Easter Sunday (April 5): 10:00 AM – Celebrating the Resurrection and the hope it brings. We are thrilled to welcome back jazz musician Caleb Nierenberg on the trumpet.
Join us this Sunday, March 29, and let us begin Holy Week together. Pastor Dean Kucera will lead our service with a powerful message titled “Palms of Lies!” focusing on our theme of seeking justice, truth, and the courage to confront dishonest beliefs.
We will gather to lay our palms at the foot of the cross, reflecting on scripture from Zechariah 9:9 and Luke 19:28. Afterward, please stay for our traditional Palm Sunday Pancake Breakfast in Fellowship Hall. Everyone is welcome to join us for worship and food.
See you at church during Holy Week! A lot can happen in 7 days!
Church begins at 10:00 AM, in-person and on Zoom.
We can't wait to see you!
(Email the office at firstchurchsw@gmail.com for the Zoom link.)
Whether you are a long-time member or joining us for the first time, please know that whoever you are, and wherever you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here at First Church. ⛪✨
First Congregational Church of South Windsor,
United Church of Christ
993 Main Street, South Windsor, CT USA
Interested in joining us on Zoom? Contact the church office: firstchurchsw@gmail.com to be added to the list.
First Church received this email and photograph from a passerby, and with his permission, we share it with you! A beautiful red-tailed hawk sits atop of First Congregational Church of South Windsor. Hope you enjoy as much as we do!
Photo taken by Joe Wojnilo a few weeks ago. - Thank you, Joe!
We are aware of the sharp increase in domestic violence incidents recently and want to take this opportunity to remind our members and friends of some helpful resources available in our community.
In CT, dialing 2-1-1 can connect you with all types of resources and services, both routine and emergency services.
Interval House has a 24 HOUR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HOTLINE
(860) 527-0550 0r (860) 838-8467 offering safe, emergency shelter for individuals and children, safety planning, support groups and more.
Statewide Domestic Violence Hotline (English) 888-774-2900
Statewide Domestic Violence Hotline (Spanish) 888-831-9200
National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-SAFE (7233)
You can also text "Start" to 88788
What is Domestic Violence? Domestic Violence (DV), also called Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) is a pattern of coercive, controlling, dominant behavior that takes many forms, including physical, emotional, psychological, verbal, sexual, technological and financial.
Free and Confidential Help is Available.
Recently, First Church of South Windsor hosted a group of travelers visiting from a Christian church from Korea. They were interested in learning more about Jonathan Edwards and Timothy Edwards. We were happy to arrange that! It was truly a wonderful time of learning and laughter with our new friends from The First Church of Samsong. Thanks for visiting us!
Interested in becoming a member of First Church?
We are always welcoming new members to our church family. Anyone interested in becoming a member of First Congregational Church, please speak to Pastor Dean and plan to meet with the Deacons following worship to let them know your intentions.
Worship is at 10:00AM on Sundays and offered both in person and on zoom.
Today is God's Gift: Your Present
During these uncertain times, we reflect upon the many ways in which God can be found in our world around us.
Prayer Place by Adrienne A.
Near the River by Lilly M.
Sunset on Christmas 2020 by VIcky M.
Peace by the Pond at the Park by Lee and Rachel A.
OUR HISTORIC CHURCH SEEKS INCLUSIVENESS AND VOTES TO WELCOME ALL!
First Congregational Church of South Windsor wants the world to know that we have begun a new journey! First Congregational Church of South Windsor is now an Open and Affirming church community! On January 26, 2020, the historic congregation committed to what is surely one of the most important decisions made in our storied, 325+ year history. What exactly does this mean? This means that:
We seek to widen our expression of God’s Love by becoming a place of inclusiveness, diversity, and unconditional love that inspires all individuals in our community regardless of race, culture, age, ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.
We strive to apply Jesus’ teaching by recognizing that every individual is a child of God and we welcome all to join us on our faith journey in providing guidance, love, and hope to our community and the world in the spirit of Jesus Christ.
Come, join us! “No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here!” Worship Services on Sunday mornings at 10:00 am.