Organ pipes in the Sanctuary of First Church in Cambridge. A wrought iron chandelier hangs in the foreground.

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How Can You Serve First Church?

May 24, 2021

As a faith community, we have devoted much love and energy to moving First Church forward in its ministries and aspirations over the past year.  Our Homeless Ministries, our Vision for Becoming an Antiracist Church, and our Care and Stewardship…

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UCC General Synod XXXIII – Register Now

May 24, 2021

Registration is open for a Special Virtual General Synod 33, which will be held July 11-18, 2021. This bi-annual meeting for the United Church of Christ is a chance to connect in covenant for worship, keynote addresses, learning, and justice-making…

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A Congregational Survey on Reopening in the Fall

May 4, 2021

Update: Thank you to everyone who completed our congregational survey! Over 90 people provided their input and feedback, and church staff and leaders are working through a time of processing and planning for our new ways of being together. Stay…

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FCC members at Mothers Day Walk for Peace

Mothers’ Day Virtual Walk for Peace

May 3, 2021

The Mothers’ Day Walk for Peace is a beloved Boston tradition and celebration of our potential to create more peaceful communities.  It is the Louis D. Brown Peace Institute’s (LDBPI) largest fundraising event to grow and sustain their services, advocacy…

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Karlene Griffiths Sekou

Karlene Griffiths Sekou to Preach on May 16

April 28, 2021

On Sunday May 16, First Church will welcome Karlene Griffiths Sekou as guest preacher for Morning Worship via livestream at 11:00 a.m.  Karlene is an international human rights advocate, public health professional, grassroots organizer, and culture worker.  We celebrate that…

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Exterior Renovation Work Begins April 26

April 22, 2021

The second phase of  First Church’s master plan three-phase exterior renovation project will start on Monday, April 26. The first phase of the project took place in 2018 and included the exterior restoration of the west and south walls of…

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A Staff Sabbath: April 5-12

March 24, 2021

With the blessing of our Deacons and other church leaders, our hard-working worship staff will be taking vacation the week after Easter, including Sunday, April 11. Worship and program staff will be off from April 5 through April 12. Sextons…

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