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!
Stepping Into "Dangerous Places": Join Us This Sunday, Sept. 20
When our calling to stand for justice and peace becomes uncomfortable, that is when our calling becomes most needed! 🕊️✨
What happens when following where God leads takes us into unfamiliar or challenging territory?
Join us this Sunday at First Church as we dive into what it truly means to show up for righteousness, even when the path isn't easy.
Worship Details
🗓️ Date: Sunday, September 20, 2026
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM
⛪ Occasion: Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost and Blessing of our Conference Delegates
📖 Scripture Selections: Acts 5:40-42 & Psalm 23
💬 The Message: Pastor Dean will lead our worship service with his message, “Dangerous Places.”
Special Commissioning Service
This week, we will also celebrate and commission our dedicated conference delegates before they venture forth to represent First Church at the annual meeting of the Southern New England Conference United Church of Christ (SNEUCC) in Worcester, MA. Let’s gather to wrap them in prayer, love, and support for their vital work ahead!
How to Join Us
Whether you are joining us in the sanctuary or participating from home, your presence is what makes our community whole.
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🏛️ In-Person: Join us in our historic First Church sanctuary! 10:00 AM and come as you are.
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💻 Online Livestream: 📺 We’ve Moved to YouTube! 🚀 We have officially transitioned our online streaming from Zoom to YouTube! Here’s a link to find us easily: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstChurchSW
🌿 “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.