An Open and Affirming Congregation of the United Church of Christ
Adult Spiritual Formation
Devoted to filling Christ’s followers with spiritual sustenance and deep friendships
MORNING MEDITATION
All are welcome to join our weekly meditation group on Tuesdays at 8am in the Youth Room. Whether you have practiced for years or never meditated before, give yourself this gift of a half hour to start your day in peace and God's love. Have a question or need more info? Contact the church office at (508) 845-7286.
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Looking for a few minutes of peace and quiet?
Come enjoy a cool drink, your lunch, or a book in the newly created Garden of Peace, located outside the church by the kitchen steps. The bench under the kitchen window is the perfect spot for a moment of relaxation and rejuvenation!​
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DAILY REFLECTIONS
At First Congregational we offer two opportunities for daily reflections on God's work in our lives. The first is through the small devotional "60 Days of Prayer". These small booklets can be found in the sanctuary and are ideal for personal prayers. Additionally, as part of the United Church of Christ the UCC Daily Devotionals provide relevant, spiritually moving reflections on contemporary life.
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SEASONAL BIBLE STUDIES
Current offering (December 2024):
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"Starry Nights: An Advent Devotional Full of Wonder and Light"
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Mondays, December 2, 9, 16, and 23, 2024 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel
Advent is a season of waiting, watching, and wonder as we travel the journey together to Bethlehem. It is often a frenetic season which can leave us weary at times rather than refreshed on our spiritual journeys.
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As we usher in a new liturgical season in the life of the church on December 1st, we are delighted to offer a new Advent Devotional study for the four weeks of Advent for renewal, reflection, and refreshment.
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Led by Rev. Karen Dorshimer-Chaplin and using Starry Nights: An Advent Devotional Full of Wonder and Light, we will read Scripture, enjoy music, delight in conversation with one another, and light candles to remind us of God’s growing light – of God’s healing presence in our lives and in the world.
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You are invited to come to any or all of the sessions. A copy of the devotional will be provided for you.
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THE MICAH PROJECT
The prophet Micah asks what is required of us; the response in chapter 6 verse 8 is to act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with our God. The Micah Project offers opportunities to study and reflect on areas of social / societal injustice and how our faith speaks to these contemporary issues. These conversations are free and open to all.