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!
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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
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Worship: 10am on Sundays
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Follow Us on Facebook at First Congregational Church of South Windsor
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Business Office Hours -
Tues - Fri. 9am-2pm
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Worship Services
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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!
Join Us for our 78th Holiday Fair!
December 5, 6 and 7, 2025
Please be advised that we do not rent or sell spaces to outside crafters or vendors for our fair. Any such request is spam. Please beware.
Exciting Things Happening at First Church this Sunday!
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Dear Members and Friends,
Join us for worship this Sunday, November 16, at 10:00 AM, in person or on Zoom. Pastor Dean Kucera will lead worship with his special message, "Simplicity," and will explore the theme: "To do without is to recognize abundance."
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UPCOMING SPECIAL EVENTS AND MISSIONS:
Interfaith Thanksgiving Worship Service: Everyone is invited to an uplifting Interfaith Pre-Thanksgiving service on Tuesday, November 25th at 7:00 PM at Wapping Church. The church is located at 1790 Ellington Rd in South Windsor. This free, annual community-wide event will include inspirational readings, music, and songs from area clergy and leaders of different faiths. Pastor Dean will take part.
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Thank You! Sunday is the final day of our Thanksgiving Food Drive for Cornerstone in Vernon. Thank you to everyone who contributed and helped us support this mission.
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Holiday Gift Cards for MACC: The Missions Committee is collecting Christmas gift cards for MACC. Please bring your gift cards to the church by Sunday, November 30, so they can be distributed to families in time for the holidays, and, in turn, families will have time to utilize them for holiday gifts and food shopping. Thank you for giving back and helping our neighbors in need this holiday season.
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The 78th Heritage Holiday Church Fair hours will be Friday, Dec. 5th, 5 PM – 8 PM, Saturday, Dec. 6th, 9 AM – 2 PM, and Sunday, Dec. 7th, 1 PM – 4 PM. Please help us by spreading the word. Flyers are available in the church office and in Fellowship Hall.
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The First Congregational Church Candlelight Christmas Eve Service will be at 8:00 PM and will welcome the return of harpist Debbie Vinnick.
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Wherever you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here at First Congregational Church of South Windsor, United Church of Christ.
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First Congregational Church of South Windsor,
United Church of Christ
993 Main Street, South Windsor, CT USA
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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!
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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.
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In CT, dialing 2-1-1 can connect you with all types of resources and services, both routine and emergency services.
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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.
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Statewide Domestic Violence Hotline (English) 888-774-2900
Statewide Domestic Violence Hotline (Spanish) 888-831-9200
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National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-SAFE (7233)
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You can also text "Start" to 88788
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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.
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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.
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OUR HISTORIC CHURCH SEEKS INCLUSIVENESS AND VOTES TO WELCOME ALL!
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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:
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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.
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