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
Follow Us on Facebook at First Congregational Church of South Windsor
Now on Instagram! Follow us at Firstchurchsw
Worship Services
Worship services are on Sundays at
10:00 am in person and online. If you are interested in joining our livestream for worship, please find First Church SW channel on YouTube here:
https://www.youtube.com/@FirstChurchSW
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!
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Worship with Us This Sunday: Communion, Celebrating Graduates, & A Message from Pastor Dean
Join us for worship this Sunday, September 6, 2026, at 10:00 AM as we gather for the Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost.
We have a beautiful and full morning planned, featuring a special celebration of our young adults, a time of shared sacrament, and an inspiring message. Whether you have been here for years or are stepping through our doors for the very first time, there is a place at the table waiting for you.
Here is what to look forward to this week:
🎓 Celebrating Our Graduates (Scholarship Sunday)
This Sunday is Scholarship Sunday! We will be taking time during the service to recognize our incredible graduates and post-secondary students. Join us as we celebrate their hard work, honor their achievements, and pray over them as they embark on a new year and a new journey.
🍇 Holy Communion & The Deacons' Fund
As it is the first Sunday of the month, we will share together in the sacrament of Holy Communion.
Our offering on Communion Sundays traditionally goes to support our church Deacons’ Fund. This fund allows our deacons to do incredible, quiet work behind the scenes—providing critical care, support, and assistance to members of our church family and neighbors in our wider community during times of need.
Want to know more? You can read our Deacons' Fund Information Sheet to see how your generosity changes lives. It will be included with your Sunday bulletin in person and by email. Would you like to receive our weekly church bulletin that accompanies the service? Contact the church office to subscribe to our email list: firstchurchsw@gmail.com and stay up to date on all that is happening around our church.
📖 Message from Pastor Dean: "It happened at this table!"
Pastor Dean will be leading our worship service this week. He will be diving into Matthew 9:10-11 to explore a powerful and timely theme:
“We can live by the script we were taught or write our own!!”
⏱️ Service Summary & Details
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Date: Sunday, September 6, 2026
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Time: 10:00 AM
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Location: In the Sanctuary - First Congregational Church, 993 Main Street, South Windsor, CT USA-or- streaming online: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstChurchSW
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Special Elements: Holy Communion & Graduate Recognition
We can't wait to worship with you. See you Sunday at 10:00 AM! ⛪
🌿 “Whoever you are, wherever you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here at First Church.” ❤️
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 our YouTube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/@FirstChurchSW
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.