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
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Now on Instagram! Follow us at Firstchurchsw
Worship Services
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!
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Upcoming Worship Service: Seventh Sunday of Easter
🗓️Date: May 17, 2026
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM
👤 Speaker: Pastor Dean Kucera
📖 Scripture: Philippians 4:7
Are you searching for calm in a busy world?
Join us this Sunday as we gather for worship on the Seventh Sunday of Easter. Pastor Dean Kucera will lead our service with an inspiring message titled, “The peace that is already yours!”
Finding Clarity in the Chaos
This week, we reflect on a powerful truth: To know peace is like a muddy lake. Let things settle, and return to their original state of calm and clarity.
Through prayer, community, and God's Word, we will discover how to hit pause, let the mud of daily life settle, and step into the stillness that God has already promised us. Our foundation for this message comes from Philippians 4:7:
"And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."
What to Expect
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Warm Community: Come exactly as you are. All are welcome.
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Inspiring Message: Practical truth to help you navigate your week.
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Worship Together: A space to reflect, sing, and pray.
Whether you are a longtime member or visiting for the very first time, we look forward to welcoming you into our community this Sunday.
How to Join Us
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In-Person: Join us in the sanctuary at 10:00 AM.
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Online: Can't make it in person? Watch or listen to our live stream directly on Zoom. Contact the church office for the Zoom link: firstchurchsw@gmail.com
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 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.

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.

