For every time there is a season – it is the season of Advent! First Church welcomes all to join us in faith and worship at 10:00 a.m., in-person or through our YouTube livestream, every Sunday for Advent, journeying Together for Joy as we prepare for the birth of the Savior.
Sunday, December 7, First Church welcomes the Rev. Dr. Sarah B. Drummond to the pulpit. After worship, take a chance on those last-minute gifts at the Glad Tidings Auction! Beginning at 11:30 a.m. at First Church, this festive auction offers gift-ready items, with all funds raised supporting Suffield Community Aid Fuel Bank.
Saturday, December 13, First Church participates in Suffield Alight! A free concert featuring the Cetto Chamber Singers begins in the Sanctuary at 4:15 p.m., with a holiday sing-along to follow! Warm up inside or tune in through YouTube for the live stream with festive songs.
Sunday, December 14, We celebrate the season at 9:15 a.m. with an Advent Pancake Breakfast! Following breakfast, First Church welcomes Director of Worship Arts Amy Pott to the pulpit.
Sometimes it can be difficult to get into the “holiday spirit.” First Church welcomes all who are feeling blue to The Longest Night, a special service of remembrance, reflection and hope for those who need it most around the holidays. This ecumenical service, led by the Rev. Dr. Sarah B. Drummond, is for anyone experiencing sadness, loss, or stress during the holidays. It is a time to acknowledge pain, loss, and hardship, and to find comfort in community, prayer, and the understanding that one is not alone. This event begins at 7:00 p.m. on Thurs, Dec 18.
Sunday, Dec 21, First Church welcomes Mike Ryan, YSD to the pulpit, and a Christmas Carol Sing will be hosted at Suffield by the River (SBTR)! Join us at 11:30 a.m. at Suffield by the River for Christmas carols, hot cocoa, cookies, and joy! No singing experience required – all voices are welcome!
The Christmas Eve service begins at 6:00 p.m. in our Sanctuary, with The Rev. Brenda Pelc-Faszcza preaching. All are welcome to this traditional and beautiful candlelight service, welcoming the light of God to the Earth. Joy to the World, the Lord is come!
Donations to the Going the Extra Mile mission for the month December support The Christmas Fund, offering support for veterans of the cross and emergency relief funds. Head to our website giving page to learn more about supporting our ministries.
January 2026 brings new journeys and changes to First Church! From Epiphany to Laity Sunday and the Annual Meeting at the end of the month, stay connected to upcoming news and info on our website www.firstchurchsuffield.org.
The Blessing Box, located right in front of First Church, is open to our neighbors and community members to “take what you need; leave what you can”. We encourage our community to donate; please do not donate perishable foods or foods requiring refrigeration.
First Church hosts Narcotics Anonymous and Alcoholics Anonymous weekly in our building. Questions and general inquiries should be directed to office@fcsuffield.org. Email the church office with any pastoral needs or to arrange an in-person appointment.