First Church welcomes all to join in weekly Sunday worship at 10 a.m., in-person or virtually through the church YouTube livestream, continuing on the journey “Together for Joy!” All are welcome at First Church of Christ, Congregational UCC of Suffield. Pastor Chris Hart continues preaching on Sunday mornings, bringing faithful and fun engagement for all.
Did you play the clarinet in 7th grade? Is your cello gathering dust? Is there a flute somewhere in your closet? Are you wondering what it would be like to play again? Come be a part of The Dusty Orchestra at First Church! The group will gather at a mutually convenient time to learn a level-appropriate familiar tune to share with the congregation. Contact First Church to learn more about this fun and musical opportunity.
Go the Second Mile this month by giving and supporting NAMI Connecticut (National Alliance on Mental Illness), a non-profit, grassroots organization dedicated to improving the lives of people affected by mental illness through support, education, and advocacy. It serves as a state affiliate of the national organization, offering free, peer-led support groups, educational programs, and mental health resources to individuals and families across Connecticut. Giving to First Church can be done on Sundays in worship, or anytime through our website giving page.
First Church hosts a pancake breakfast on Sunday, May 17. All are invited to join in fellowship with yummy food and great company. Breakfast will be served beginning at 9:15 a.m., followed by worship at 10 a.m.
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”. First Church encourages our community to donate shelf stable food and self-care items any time. Oft-needed items include powdered milk, just-add-water potatoes, microwaveable whole grain rice, whole grain pasta, sauces, peanut butter, cereals, and sweets. Deodorant, 3-in-1 body wash, toothpaste, and other basic hygiene items. Please refrain from donating perishable foods or expired foods.
First Church hosts Narcotics Anonymous and Alcoholics Anonymous in our building weekly. Stay connected to meetings, upcoming news, events and more through the church website www.firstchurchsuffield.org.
General inquiries can be directed to office@fcsuffield.org. For Pastoral needs, contact Pastor Chris Hart PC@pastrchris.faith or at (774) 318-6006. No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here at First Church of Christ.