An Open & Affirming, Green Congregation
of the United Church of Christ
111 Church Drive Cheshire, CT | Sundays @ 10am
We are hiring!
First Congregational Church of Cheshire is looking for a new Full Time Associate Pastor.
If you or anyone you know may be interested in this opportunity, please share the details of the job listing linked below.
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About Us
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.
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Volunteer Opportunities
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Festival of Carols
The Festival of Carols service matches scripture with music to tell the story of Christ’s birth through song and word. Traditional carols, anthems, and hymns will be sung by the Chancel Choir and congregation. Please join our 50-voice festival choir, Music Director Joseph D’Eugenio in the beauty of a winter afternoon for this poignant candlelight service. December 13 at 5 PM in the Church Sanctuary.
Christmas Services
A Quiet Christmas Service: Thursday, December 18th at 7pm
A peaceful service for all who grieve or experience loss at this time of year. All are welcome. We invite you to bring a framed photo of a loved one and light a candle in his or her name.
Christmas Eve at First Church
- 4:00 PM – Gather the whole family for a child-friendly, interactive and fun retelling of the Christmas Story!
- 9:00 PM – Experience a traditional Candlelight Service with organ, choir, and brass.
- 11:45 PM – Join us outdoors for a brief service with carols, scripture, prayer, and handbells for all as we welcome Christmas Morning.
All are welcome—come celebrate the joy of the season with us!
View our Services and Hear More from Rev. Dr. James Campbell
Don’t worry if you didn’t make it to church this Sunday. Watch all past worship services on YouTube.
Sunday Services with Church School and Nursery
In-person and live-streamed services every Sunday at 10AM. Professional nursery care is offered during worship.
Faith Formation for All Ages
We offer opportunities for all ages to grow in faith together surrounded by acceptance and kindness. We help them navigate societal pressures and become more tolerant and resilient as they transition to young adults
First Church is a welcoming, vibrant congregation
seeking to deepen our faith and follow Jesus’s example in pursuing justice and caring for each other, the community, and God’s world.
We believe that all people are created in God’s image and we welcome all who seek to follow esus, no matter what your gender, race, national origin, faith background, sexual orientation, or gender identity may be.
Celebrating 300 years of following Jesus in 2024
Visiting
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
- December 13, 2025
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Festival of Carols
December 13, 2025 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
SanctuaryThe Festival of Carols service matches scripture with music totell the story of Christ's birth through song and word. Traditional carols, anthems, and hymns willbe sung by the Chancel Choir and congregation. Please join our 50-voice festival choir, Music Director Joseph D'Eugenioin the beauty of a winter afternoon for this poignant candlelight service. Snow date December 14.
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