The First Congregational Church of Cheshire is a large, forward-thinking Christian congregation founded in 1724 and housed in a building on the National Register of Historic Places. The congregation is committed to welcoming and supporting people of all ages, colors, and abilities whatever their sexual orientation, gender identity, and expression. Additionally, the congregation is a “Green Church” dedicated to being good stewards of Creation. First Congregational Church is a member congregation of the United Church of Christ.
Right in the heart of Cheshire, CT, we are located across from town hall at 111 Church Dr. along Route 10.
Have Kids?
We have numerous opportunities for children including church school, family fun events, service projects, and youth groups.
All are Welcome
We believe that all people are created in God’s image and we welcome all who seek to follow Jesus, no matter what your gender, race, national origin, faith background, sexual orientation, or gender identity may be.
Service Times
We offer in-person and live-streamed services every Sunday at 10 AM
Upcoming Special Events
May 9, 2024
Community Coversation about Dementia
May 9, 20247:00 pm - 8:00 pm Sanctuary
Bring a friend to this much needed conversation with Erica DeFrancesco, from LiveWell, as she facilitates a conversation with two individuals diagnosed with dementia about the signs and symptoms they have and continue to experience, their experience with their diagnosis of dementia, and how to support individuals with dementia in the community! Learn how YOU too can make a difference!
Erica has a background in Occupational Therapy and is the Director of Community Education at LiveWell. She facilitates educational programs for individuals living with varying forms of cognitive change and their care partners. She is especially passionate about changing the narrative surrounding dementia and helping others to recognize that you can live well with dementia, with the right supports and resources! A church member, Erica serves on the Caring Ministry Group.
Full Church Calendar
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May2024
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Al-Anon
Al-Anon
May 1, 20249:45 am - 11:15 am Parish Hall
Women's AA
Women's AA
May 1, 202412:00 pm - 2:00 pm Parish Hall
Caring Crafts
Caring Crafts
May 1, 202412:45 pm - 2:15 pm Parlor
We knit and crochet prayer shawls to be shared with anyone who needs comfort and solace, as well as joyful life events. We knit and crochet white baby blankets to be presented at baptisms.
We gather together to work on our projects, to share our experience, to find friendship in being together with a common bond, and just for the joy of crafting together with others. For those who are not experienced in either knitting or crocheting, we have members who are ready to help teach or answer any questions.
Staff Meeting
Staff Meeting
May 1, 20243:30 pm - 4:30 pm Library
Chancel Choir
Chancel Choir
May 1, 20247:00 pm - 8:30 pm
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Personnel
Personnel
May 2, 20242:00 pm - 3:00 pm Chapel
Safe Church Meeting
Safe Church Meeting
May 2, 20246:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Boy Scouts Troop 92
Boy Scouts Troop 92
May 2, 20247:00 pm - 8:30 pm Parish Hall
President's Meeting
President's Meeting
May 2, 20247:00 pm - 8:30 pm Whiting House
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Worship with Communion & Church School
Worship with Communion & Church School
May 5, 202410:00 am - 11:00 am Sanctuary
Fellowship Hour hosted by Strawberry Festival
Fellowship Hour hosted by Strawberry Festival
May 5, 202411:00 am - 12:00 pm
300th Anniversary Committee
300th Anniversary Committee
May 5, 202411:15 am - 12:15 pm TBD
Associate Minister Search Forum
Associate Minister Search Forum
May 5, 202411:15 am - 12:15 pm Chapel
CAFE Conversations Bible Study
CAFE Conversations Bible Study
May 5, 20245:00 pm - 7:00 pm Chapel
Youth Group - Top Chef (Middle and High School)
Youth Group - Top Chef (Middle and High School)
May 5, 20245:00 pm - 7:00 pm Parish Hall
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Parish Care
Parish Care
May 7, 20242:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Caring Ministry
Caring Ministry
May 7, 20247:00 pm - 8:30 pm Chapel
Cub Scouts 114
Cub Scouts 114
May 7, 20247:00 pm - 8:30 pm Room 9
Eco Action Team
Eco Action Team
May 7, 20247:00 pm - 8:00 pm Whiting House
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Al-Anon
Al-Anon
May 8, 20249:45 am - 11:15 am Parish Hall
Women's AA
Women's AA
May 8, 202412:00 pm - 2:00 pm Parish Hall
Caring Crafts
Caring Crafts
May 8, 202412:45 pm - 2:15 pm Parlor
We knit and crochet prayer shawls to be shared with anyone who needs comfort and solace, as well as joyful life events. We knit and crochet white baby blankets to be presented at baptisms.
We gather together to work on our projects, to share our experience, to find friendship in being together with a common bond, and just for the joy of crafting together with others. For those who are not experienced in either knitting or crocheting, we have members who are ready to help teach or answer any questions.
Staff Meeting
Staff Meeting
May 8, 20243:30 pm - 4:30 pm Library
NHA Spring meeting
NHA Spring meeting
May 8, 20246:30 pm - 7:30 pm Woodbridge Congregational Church
Chancel Choir
Chancel Choir
May 8, 20247:00 pm - 8:30 pm
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Yoga
Yoga
May 9, 20249:00 am - 10:00 am
Boy Scouts Troop 92
Boy Scouts Troop 92
May 9, 20247:00 pm - 8:30 pm Parish Hall
Community Coversation about Dementia
Community Coversation about Dementia
May 9, 20247:00 pm - 8:00 pm Sanctuary
Bring a friend to this much needed conversation with Erica DeFrancesco, from LiveWell, as she facilitates a conversation with two individuals diagnosed with dementia about the signs and symptoms they have and continue to experience, their experience with their diagnosis of dementia, and how to support individuals with dementia in the community! Learn how YOU too can make a difference!
Erica has a background in Occupational Therapy and is the Director of Community Education at LiveWell. She facilitates educational programs for individuals living with varying forms of cognitive change and their care partners. She is especially passionate about changing the narrative surrounding dementia and helping others to recognize that you can live well with dementia, with the right supports and resources! A church member, Erica serves on the Caring Ministry Group.
We knit and crochet prayer shawls to be shared with anyone who needs comfort and solace, as well as joyful life events. We knit and crochet white baby blankets to be presented at baptisms.
We gather together to work on our projects, to share our experience, to find friendship in being together with a common bond, and just for the joy of crafting together with others. For those who are not experienced in either knitting or crocheting, we have members who are ready to help teach or answer any questions.
Staff Meeting
Staff Meeting
May 15, 20243:30 pm - 4:30 pm Library
Finance Ministry
Finance Ministry
May 15, 20247:00 pm - 9:00 pm Chapel
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Boy Scouts Troop 92
Boy Scouts Troop 92
May 16, 20247:00 pm - 8:30 pm Parish Hall
Worship Ministry
Worship Ministry
May 16, 20247:00 pm - 8:00 pm Chapel
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Worship & Church School
Worship & Church School
May 19, 202410:00 am - 11:00 am Sanctuary
Fellowship Hour hosted by Andie Mackey and Emily Massimino
Fellowship Hour hosted by Andie Mackey and Emily Massimino
May 19, 202411:00 am - 12:00 pm
After the Amen with Pastor James
After the Amen with Pastor James
May 19, 202411:15 am - 12:00 pm
CAFE Conversations Bible Study
CAFE Conversations Bible Study
May 19, 20245:00 pm - 7:00 pm Chapel
Stepping Stones
Stepping Stones
May 19, 20245:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Youth Group (Middle and High School)
Youth Group (Middle and High School)
May 19, 20245:00 pm - 7:00 pm offsite
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Girl Scouts #60302
Girl Scouts #60302
May 20, 20246:30 pm - 8:00 pm Parish Hall
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Parish Care
Parish Care
May 21, 20242:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Membership Ministry
Membership Ministry
May 21, 20247:00 pm - 8:00 pm Chapel
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Al-Anon
Al-Anon
May 22, 20249:45 am - 11:15 am Parish Hall
Women's AA
Women's AA
May 22, 202412:00 pm - 2:00 pm Parish Hall
Caring Crafts
Caring Crafts
May 22, 202412:45 pm - 2:15 pm Parlor
We knit and crochet prayer shawls to be shared with anyone who needs comfort and solace, as well as joyful life events. We knit and crochet white baby blankets to be presented at baptisms.
We gather together to work on our projects, to share our experience, to find friendship in being together with a common bond, and just for the joy of crafting together with others. For those who are not experienced in either knitting or crocheting, we have members who are ready to help teach or answer any questions.
Staff Meeting
Staff Meeting
May 22, 20243:30 pm - 4:30 pm Library
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Yoga
Yoga
May 23, 20249:00 am - 10:00 am
Faith Formation Ministry
Faith Formation Ministry
May 23, 20246:00 pm - 8:00 pm Whiting House
Boy Scouts Troop 92
Boy Scouts Troop 92
May 23, 20247:00 pm - 8:30 pm Parish Hall
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Worship & Church School
Worship & Church School
May 26, 202410:00 am - 11:00 am Sanctuary
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Office Closed for Memorial Day
Office Closed for Memorial Day
May 27, 2024
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Parish Care
Parish Care
May 28, 20242:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Facilities Ministry
Facilities Ministry
May 28, 20247:00 pm - 8:00 pm Parish Hall
Outreach Ministry
Outreach Ministry
May 28, 20247:00 pm - 9:00 pm Chapel
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Al-Anon
Al-Anon
May 29, 20249:45 am - 11:15 am Parish Hall
Women's AA
Women's AA
May 29, 202412:00 pm - 2:00 pm Parish Hall
Caring Crafts
Caring Crafts
May 29, 202412:45 pm - 2:15 pm Parlor
We knit and crochet prayer shawls to be shared with anyone who needs comfort and solace, as well as joyful life events. We knit and crochet white baby blankets to be presented at baptisms.
We gather together to work on our projects, to share our experience, to find friendship in being together with a common bond, and just for the joy of crafting together with others. For those who are not experienced in either knitting or crocheting, we have members who are ready to help teach or answer any questions.
