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We are a progressive, inclusive congregation that values diversity and freedom of expression in the - [About Us](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/about-us/): About Us Learn more about our church, history and team. We welcome you to the First Congregational Church of West Brookfield, MA, United Church of Christ. Truly whoever you are, wherever you are on the journey, you are welcome here. We are a progressive, inclusive congregation who values diversity and freedom of expression in the - [Our Team](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/our-team/): Our Team Get to know your church leaders and staff. Rev. Dr. Douglas J. Williamson Pastor Doug Williamson began his ministry at First Congregational Church of West Brookfield UCC in September of 2025. He was drawn to this community of faith by the progressive, warm, and welcoming character of church, and by the heart for - [Sharing Cupboard](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/sharing-cupboard/): Sharing Cupboard The Sharing Cupboard is a food pantry that serves clients (households) in Warren, West Warren, and West Brookfield. The Sharing Cupboard was started in 2002, and operates out of the basement of the First Congregational Church of West Brookfield. Each month, between 65- 85 households are provided w Sharing Cupboard Community Food Pantry - [Photo Gallery](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/about-us/photo-gallery/): Asparagus Festival 2025 Candidating Sunday - [Contact Us](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/contact-us/): Contact Us Have Questions? Reach out to our team. - [Worship & Ministries](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/worship-ministries/): Worship & Ministries Worship with us Sundays at 10 a.m. Worship with us every Sunday @ 10 a.m. 36 N Main St, West Brookfield, MA 01585 We welcome all people to worship. Worship is at 10 a.m. each Sunday. We welcome all people to worship. We offer a special welcome to children; our CE Committee - [Giving](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/giving/): Giving to the United Church of Christ Thank you for donating to our church. Without your support, it wouldn't be possible to make a positive impact in our community through spreading the Gospel and missions outreach. Learn more about how we use your gift and ways to give. Donate What is Stewardship? Whenever you share - [Spiritual Care and Counseling](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/spiritual-care-and-counseling/): Spiritual Care and Counseling Learn more about our ministry of spiritual care for our congregation The First Congregational Church of West Brookfield cares deeply about attending to the health of our bodies, our minds and our spirits. The Board of Deacons has placed our members and friends in “care groups.” Each person has a deacon # - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/frequently-asked-questions/): FAQs General FAQ Want to learn more about our church? Here are some general frequently asked questions to get you started. Do I need to dress up for church? No, we have members in dresses and ties along with jeans and t-shirts. However you feel most comfortable, we encourage you to come as you are. ## News Listings - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield - Announcements – October 23, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-october-23-2026/): Pastor Doug’s upcoming office hours Friday, October 29; 9:30am – 12:30pm Candy for Trick or Treating Needed - LAST CHANCE TO DONATE West Brookfield Trick or Treating will be held on Saturday, October 31st, and our church plans to welcome the little witches and goblins with candy treats! If you are able, please donate - [October 18, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/october-18-2026/): Worshiping A Servant of God - [October 25, 2026 - Twenty-second Sunday after Pentecost](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/october-25-2026-twenty-second-sunday-after-pentecost/) - [October 11, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/october-11-2026/): Jesus and the Blame Game - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield - Announcements – October 16, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-october-16-2026/): Pastor Doug’s upcoming office hours Thursday, October 22; 2:00-4:00 p.m. Jazz Concert Piano Series We are pleased to announce that a series of jazz concerts will be performed in October, December, and in the spring of 2027! The first of the series will be held on Friday, October 30th, at 7:00 pm in our - [October 18, 2026 - Twenty-first Sunday after Pentecost](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/october-18-2026-twenty-first-sunday-after-pentecost/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield - Announcements – October 9, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-october-9-2026/): Pastor Doug’s upcoming office hours Friday, October 16; 9:30 a.m.-12 noon Parking Lot Update Reminder: The church parking lot cannot be used Friday, October 9th (today) because the men are working on it again. Thank you for parking on the street. The Parish Board Jazz Concert Piano Series We are pleased to announce that a - [October 11, 2026 - Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/october-11-2026-twentieth-sunday-after-pentecost/) - [October 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/october-2026/) - [September 27, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/september-27-2026/): Fresh Water and Faithful Discipleship - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield - Announcements – October 2, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-october-2-2026/): Pastor Doug’s upcoming office hours Doug is out of town to attend the Alumni Award gathering at Rockford University in Illinois. Thursday, October 8; 2-4 p.m. Worship on the Town Common - Rain! On Sunday, September 20 the service planned for our town common was moved inside due to the threat of rain and - [October 3, 2026 - Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/october-3-2026-nineteenth-sunday-after-pentecost/) - [September 20, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/september-20-2026/): Cherishing and Protecting the Gifts of Creation - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield - Announcements – September 23, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-september-23-2026/): Pastor Doug’s upcoming office hours Friday, September 18 (today); 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (this is a change from the originally published time) Doug will be out of town at the end of next week to attend the Alumni Award gathering at Rockford University in Illinois. Thursday, October 8; 2-4 p.m. Prayer Request Please continue to - [September 27, 2026 - Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/september-27-2026-eighteenth-sunday-after-pentecost/) - [September 13, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/september-13-2026/): The Scandal of Grace - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield - Announcements – September 18, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-september-18-2026/): Pastor Doug’s upcoming office hours Friday, September 18 (today); 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (this is a change from the originally published time) Thursday, September 24; 2-4 p.m. A Thank You from Doug and Karen I offered spoken thanks for the wonderful “anniversary celebration” that our church family held for us on September 6, but I - [September 20, 2026 - Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/september-20-2026-seventeenth-sunday-after-pentecost/) - [September 6, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/september-6-2026/): Living Eucharistically - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield - "NEW!" Announcements – September 11, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-new-announcements-september-11-2026/): Pastor Doug’s upcoming office hours Friday, September 18; 9:30-12 Noon, 1-2:15 p.m. Bible Study Our six-week Bible study has begun! We are doing a six-week study entitled Signs and Wonders: A Beginner’s Guide to the Miracles of Jesus, by Professor Amy-Jill Levine. We meet on Thursday afternoons from 5:15 to 6:30 p.m., and the remaining dates - [September 13, 2026 - Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/september-13-2026-sixteenth-sunday-after-pentecost/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield - Announcements – August 28, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-august-28-2026-2/): Pastor Doug’s upcoming office hours Thursday, September 10; 2:00-4:00 p.m. Friday, September 18; 9:30-12 Noon, 1-2:15 p.m. Glad Tidings The September issue of our church newsletter, Glad Tidings, was sent out last week. Be sure to take a look to keep up on all the church news. Haven't been receiving Glad Tidings? Please send an - [September 6, 2026 - Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/september-6-2026-fifteenth-sunday-after-pentecost/) - [August 23, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/august-23-2026/): Loving the Body, Growing in Spirit - [September 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/september-2026/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield - Announcements – August 28, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-august-28-2026/): PLEASE READ THROUGH THE END FOR AN IMPORTANT REQUEST Pastor Doug’s upcoming office hours Vacation time, August 30-September 2, and September 4. No office hours. Thursday, September 10; 2:00-4:00 p.m. Friday, September 18; 9:30-12 Noon, 1-2:15 p.m. Glad Tidings The September issue of our church newsletter, Glad Tidings, will be in your inbox - [August 30, 2026 - Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/august-30-2026-fourteenth-sunday-after-pentecost/) - [August 16, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/august-16-2026/): No Outsiders - None! - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield NEW Announcements – August 21, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-new-announcements-august-21-2026/): Pastor Doug’s office hours Friday, August 28, 9:30 a.m. to 12 noon and 1:00-2:30 p.m. Upcoming Bible Study (please note one date change) With schools heading back into session before too long, it seems appropriate that we also have another Bible study group begin in September. We will do a six week study entitled “Short - [August 23, 2026 - Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/august-23-2026-thirteenth-sunday-after-pentecost/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield Announcements – August 16, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-august-16-2026/): Pastor Doug’s office hours Friday, August 21, 9:30 a.m. to 12 noon and 1:00-2:30 p.m. Upcoming Bible Study With schools heading back into session before too long, it seems appropriate that we also have another Bible study group begin in September. We will do a six week study entitled "Short Stories by Jesus: The Enigmatic - [August 9, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/august-9-2026/): Where Strangers Become Friends - [August 16, 2026 - Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/august-16-2026-twelfth-sunday-after-pentecost/) - [August 2, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/august-2-2026/): The Bread of Abundance - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield Announcements – August 9, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-august-9-2026/): Pastor Doug’s office hours Friday, August 14, 9:30 a.m. to 12 noon and 1:00-2:30 p.m. Upcoming Bible Study With schools heading back into session before too long, it seems appropriate that we also have another Bible study group begin in September. We will do a six week study entitled "Short Stories by Jesus: The Enigmatic - [August 9, 2026 - Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/august-9-2026-eleventh-sunday-after-pentecost/) - [July 26, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/july-26-2026/): Show, Don’t Tell - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield Announcements – July 31, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-july-31-2026/): All-Church-Member Vote Meeting Please mark your calendars for an all-church-member vote following worship this Sunday, August 2nd. This vote pertains to the funding of renovations to our building. Please mark your calendars and plan to attend. If you would like a Zoom link to attend this meeting, please send a request to terryle56@yahoo.com. PLEASE request this - [August 2, 2026 - Tenth Sunday after Pentecost](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/august-2-2026-tenth-sunday-after-pentecost/) - [July 19, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/july-19-2026/): Seduced by Hate; Rescued by Love - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield Announcements – July 24, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-july-24-2026/): Hi Everyone, All-Church-Member Vote Meeting Please mark your calendars for an all-church-member vote following worship on Sunday, August 2nd. This vote pertains to the funding of a renovation to our front entryway. More details are forthcoming, but please mark your calendars and plan to attend. Terry Hall, Clerk Renovation Project: Replacement of Front Stairs, - [July 26, 2026 - Ninth Sunday after Pentecost](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/july-26-2026-ninth-sunday-after-pentecost/) - [July 12, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/july-12-2026/): Belovedness, Part 2: A Biblical Selfie - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield Announcements – July 17, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-july-17-2026/): All-Church-Member Vote Meeting Please mark your calendars for an all-church-member vote following worship on Sunday, August 2nd. This vote pertains to the funding of a renovation to our front entryway. More details are forthcoming, but please mark your calendars and plan to attend. Terry Hall, Clerk Notes from Pastor Doug Due to a medical - [July 19, 2026 - Eight Sunday after Pentecost](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/july-19-2026-eight-sunday-after-pentecost/) - [May 17, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/may-17-2026/): Blessed are Those Who are Persecuted Because of Righteousness - [July 5, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/july-5-2026/): God of the Ages, Whose Almighty Hand - [June 28, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/june-28-2026/): Who Will Welcome Us? - [June 21, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/june-21-2026/): Compassion, Decency, and Justice - [June 14, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/june-14-2026/): Sarah’s Laughter—and Ours - [June 7, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/june-7-2026/): Going Forth—with Purpose, Meaning, and Joy - [May 24, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/may-24-2026/): Take it. Take My Spirit - [May 10, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/may-10-2026/): Cherish is the Word - [April 26, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/april-26-2026/): Set Free to Share - [April 12, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/april-12-2026/): Easter Faith: Not About Certainty - [April 5, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/april-5-2026/): The Skin on the Face of God - [February 22, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/february-22-2026/): Living for the Hell of It - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield NEW Announcements – July 10, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-new-announcements-july-10-2026/): All-Church-Member Vote Meeting Please mark your calendars for an all-church-member vote following worship on Sunday, August 2nd. This vote pertains to the funding of a renovation to our front entryway. More details are forthcoming, but please mark your calendars and plan to attend. Terry Hall, Clerk Pastor Doug / Office Hours Friday, July 10 - [July 5, 2026 - Sixth Sunday after Pentecost](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/july-5-2026-sixth-sunday-after-pentecost/) - [July 12, 2026 - Seventh Sunday after Pentecost](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/july-12-2026-seventh-sunday-after-pentecost/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield NEW Announcements – July 3, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-new-announcements-july-3-2026/): All-Church-Member Vote Meeting Please mark your calendars for an all-church-member vote following worship on Sunday, August 2nd. This vote pertains to the funding of a renovation to our front entryway. More details are forthcoming, but please mark your calendars and plan to attend. Terry Hall, Clerk Coffee Hour Oh, how we love our time - [July 2026 - Glad Tidings Newsletter](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/july-2026/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield NEW Announcements – June 26, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-new-announcements-june-26-2026/): AED Training On Sunday, June 28th at approximately 11:30 am an AED training will be conducted by a West Brookfield EMT. An AED (Automated External Defibrillator) is a portable, life-saving medical device used to treat sudden cardiac arrest. It automatically analyzes a person's heart rhythm and, if it detects a dangerous or stopped rhythm, delivers an electrical shock to - [June 28, 2026 - Fifth Sunday after Pentecost](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/june-28-2026-fifth-sunday-after-pentecost/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield NEW Announcements – June 19, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-new-announcements-june-19-2026/): AED Training On Sunday, June 28th at approximately 11:30 am an AED training will be conducted by a West Brookfield EMT. An AED (Automated External Defibrillator) is a portable, life-saving medical device used to treat sudden cardiac arrest. It automatically analyzes a person's heart rhythm and, if it detects a dangerous or stopped rhythm, delivers an electrical shock to - [June 21, 2026 - Fourth Sunday after Pentecost](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/june-21-2026-fourth-sunday-after-pentecost/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield NEW Announcements – June 12, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-new-announcements-june-12-2026/): AED Training On Sunday, June 28th at approximately 11:30 am an AED training will be conducted by a West Brookfield EMT. An AED (Automated External Defibrillator) is a portable, life-saving medical device used to treat sudden cardiac arrest. It automatically analyzes a person's heart rhythm and, if it detects a dangerous or stopped rhythm, delivers an electrical shock to - [June 14, 2026 - Third Sunday after Pentecost](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/june-14-2026-third-sunday-after-pentecost/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield NEW Announcements – June 5,2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-new-announcements-june-52026/): AED Training Sunday, June 28 following service at 11:30ish. There will be an AED training that will be conducted by a West Brookfield EMT. This is a very important training so please consider attending. Questions, contact Karen Murphy at. Kmurphy718@charter.net Chorus For These Times, will be performing a sing/concert for us on June - [June 7, 2026 - Second Sunday after Pentecost](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/june-7-2026-second-sunday-after-pentecost/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield NEW Announcements – May 29, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-new-announcements-may-29-2026/): Guest Minister, Sunday, May 31st We are happy to welcome Pastor Emily Castner to our church this Sunday while Pastor Doug is away. Ordained by the UCC in 2007 to a half-time position as the Protestant chaplain in a 500-bed nursing home in Rochester, NY, Emily retired and moved to Worcester in 2018. She is - [June 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/june-2026/) - [May 31, 2026 - Trinity Sunday](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/may-31-2026-trinity-sunday/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield NEW Announcements – May 22, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-new-announcements-may-22-2026/): Asparagus, Heritage and Flower Festival - A Roaring Success for All! We planned, they came, and we had an incredible day! The weather was picture perfect and the crowds were bigger than ever. We sold gallons and gallons of asparagus chowder and tons of brownies. There was frequent and loud laughter from many corners of - [May 24, 2026 - Pentecost](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/may-24-2026-pentecost/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield NEW Announcements – May 15, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-new-announcements-may-15-2026/): Open and Affirming Committee As was reported in last week's email, our congregation ushered in a new welcoming era on Sunday, May 3rd as we made our Covenant of Welcome an official document of our church. With the adoption of this covenant, we were able to apply to the United Church of Christ's Open and Affirming Coalition - [May 17, 2026 - Seventh Sunday of Easter](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/may-17-2026-seventh-sunday-of-easter/) - [Asparagus, Heritage and Flower Festival](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/asparagus-heritage-and-flower-festival/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield Announcements – May 8, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-may-8-2026/): Open and Affirming Committee SPECIAL VOTE MEETING On Sunday, May 3, our church held a special meeting to vote on our Covenant of Welcome. The Open and Affirming Committee is thrilled to report that the document passed with near unanimity! Their next step will be to submit an application to the United Church of Christ (our - [May 10, 2026 - Fifth Sunday after Easter](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/may-10-2026-fifth-sunday-after-easter/) - [May 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/may-2026/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements – May 1, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-may-1-2026/): Open and Affirming Committee SPECIAL VOTE - Please join your Open and Affirming Committee on Sunday, May 3rd, following our morning service when a special meeting will be held to vote on our "Covenant of Welcome". This covenant has been reviewed and approved by the Church Council, the Parish Board and the congregation over the past - [May 3, 2026 - Fifth Sunday of Easter](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/may-3-2026-fifth-sunday-of-easter/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements – April 24, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-april-24-2026/): Open and Affirming Committee Please plan to join the committee on Sunday, April 26th when we present two short videos: Gatekeeping an interview with the late Rachel Held Evans and another containing a brief interview with Nadia Bolz Weber. We will begin our meeting during coffee hour and hope everyone will be able to stay. In addition, many have - [April 26, 2026 - Fourth Sunday of Easter](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/april-26-2026-fourth-sunday-of-easter/) - [April 19, 2026 - Third Sunday of Easter](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/april-19-2026-third-sunday-of-easter/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements – April 17, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-april-17-2026/): Open and Affirming Committee Please plan to join the committee on Sunday, April 26th when we present two short videos: Gatekeeping an interview with the late Rachel Held Evans and another containing a brief interview with Nadia Bolz Weber. We will begin our meeting during coffee hour and hope everyone will be able to stay. In addition, many have - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements – April 9, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-april-9-2026/): Dismas Dinner The Dismas Farm dinner will be taken to the farm on Tuesday, April 14. Dinner is at 6 pm and we try to arrive by 5:30. If anyone would like to contribute to the meal, please let Deanna or Angela know via email, or Millie Gushue, by phone. Open and Affirming Committee - [April 12, 2026 - Second Sunday of Easter](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/april-12-2026-second-sunday-of-easter/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements – April 3, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-april-3-2026/): Good Friday Pastor Sandy Dam of the George Whitefield UMC will lead a cross walk, with devotional readings, around the West Brookfield Common beginning at 12 noon on Good Friday, April 3. The walk will begin from our church lawn, and all members of our congregation are welcome, as are all members of our wider - [April 5, 2026 - Easter Sunday](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/april-5-2026-easter-sunday/) - [April 5, 2026 - Easter Sunrise](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/april-5-2026-easter-sunrise/) - [April 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/april-2026/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements – March 27, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-march-27-2026/): Did you know that we are on YouTube??? Visit our Youtube channel and see recorded sermons from Pastor Doug Williamson. www.youtube.com/@firstcongregationalchurchofW.B You can also find a link on our website. Look under the NEWS tab and you will find SERMONS. Bible Study It’s time for our spring Bible study!!!! Our six-week Bible study will - [March 29, 2026 - Palm Sunday](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/march-29-2026-palm-sunday/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements – March 20, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-march-20-2026/): Did you know that we are on YouTube??? Visit our Youtube channel and see recorded sermons from Pastor Doug Williamson. www.youtube.com/@firstcongregationalchurchofW.B You can also find a link on our website. Look under the NEWS tab and you will find SERMONS. Our Guest Pastor on March 22nd This Sunday, we will welcome Pastor Julie - [March 22, 2026 - Fifth Sunday of Lent](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/march-22-2026-fifth-sunday-of-lent/) - [February 15, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/february-15-2026-2/): One Brilliant Moment - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements – March 14, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-march-14-2026/): Did you know that we are on YouTube??? Visit our Youtube channel and see recorded sermons from Pastor Doug Williamson. www.youtube.com/@firstcongregationalchurchofW.B Easter Plants Each year we decorate our sanctuary with beautiful Easter lilies, tulips and hyacinths for Easter Sunday. If you would like to purchase a plant In Memory Of or In Honor Of a loved one, please - [](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/1503/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements – March 6, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-march-6-2026/): Dismas Farm Dinner will be at the church Tuesday, March 10th at 6.00 PM. Please email Deanna or Angela with whatever you would like to bring! Thank you for your help! Deanna Randall - 413-436-7849 or drandall444@comcast.net or Angela Carville – 508-347-1148 or angelacarville67@gmail.com Easter Plants Each year we decorate our sanctuary with beautiful Easter - [March 8, 2026 - Third Sunday in Lent](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/march-8-2026-third-sunday-in-lent/) - [March 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/march-2026/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements – February 27, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-february-27-2026/): Friends, Following are the current announcements from First Congregational Church, West Brookfield, United Church of Christ: Looking Ahead We will be holding a Maundy Thursday service of worship on April 2nd at 7 p.m. Please watch the upcoming weekly announcement messages for more details about Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter! Bible Study I would - [March 1, 2026 - Second Sunday in Lent](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/march-1-2026-second-sunday-in-lent/) - [2026 Quilt Raffle](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/2026-quilt-raffle/): PATTERN: Blue Onion SIZE: 68” X 78” TICKETS: $5.00 each or 3 for $10.00 All proceeds help fund the Pastor’s Discretionary Fund! (This fund is set up to help folks in the community with urgent needs) WHERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS? Following Sunday Services Farmer’s Market, Wednesdays through March 25th Asparagus & - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements – February 20, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-february-20-2026/): Ash Wednesday Services On the First Sunday of Lent, February 22, immediately following our regular worship service, we will invite whoever would like to stay for a short service of imposition of ashes (likely 10 minutes or so) to come to the front of the church. We will share a brief responsive litany and reading, - [February 22, 2026 - First Sunday of Lent](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/february-22-2026-first-sunday-of-lent/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements – February 13, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-february-13-2026/): Annual Meeting - Sunday, February 15th - Plan to Attend! The annual meeting of the First Congregational Church is scheduled for this Sunday, February 15th with a snow date of Sunday, February 22nd. This meeting is open to all members and friends of the church. You do not need to be a member of the church to - [February 8, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/february-6-2026/) - [February 15, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/february-15-2026/) - [Annual Meeting Reminder & Info! First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements – February 6, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/annual-meeting-reminder-info-first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-february-6-2026/): Special Open and Affirming Panel Discussion - Thank you for joining us! The Open and Affirming discussion that was held last Sunday provided powerful testimonies and stimulating conversation for all who were there. The committee would like to thank all who attended and shared their questions and thoughts. We continue to be open to questions - [February 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/february-2026/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements – January 30, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-january-30-2026/): Special Open and Affirming Panel Discussion - RESCHEDULED FOR THIS SUNDAY! February 1st! Due to the snowstorm last week and the cancellation of church, our ONA panel discussion has been rescheduled for Sunday, February 1, following our worship service. Please note: Communion has been moved to Sunday, February 15th due to this change. Please join - [February 1, 2026 - Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/february-1-2026-fourth-sunday-after-the-epiphany/) - [January 25, 2026 - Third Sunday after the Epiphany](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/1448/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements – January 23, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-january-23-2026/): Special Open and Affirming Panel Discussion - RESCHEDULED FOR SUNDAY! February 1st! Due to the snowstorm last week and the cancellation of church, our ONA panel discussion has been rescheduled for Sunday, February 1, following our worship service. Please note: Communion has been moved to Sunday, February 8th due to this change. Please join your Open and - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements – January 16, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-january-16-2026/): Pastor Doug’s Office Hours: Friday, January 16th – 9:30am – 12:30pm Wednesday, January 21st – No office hours Friday, January 23rd – No office hours Wednesday, January 28th – 12:30pm – 3:00pm Friday, January 30th – 9:30am – 12:30pm Please feel free to call me at 913-387-9947 if you need to schedule other times to meet. Bob - [January 18, 2026 - Second Sunday after the Epiphany](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/january-18-2026-second-sunday-after-the-epiphany/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements – January 9, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-january-9-2026/): Pastor Doug’s Office Hours: Friday, January 9th – 9:30am – 12:30pm Wednesday, January 14th – 12:30 – 3:00pm Friday, January 16th – 9:30am – 12:30pm Wednesday, January 21st – No office hours Friday, January 23rd – No office hours Please feel free to call me at 913-387-9947 if you need to schedule other times to meet. Special - [January 11, 2026 - Baptism of Christ](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/january-11-2026-baptism-of-christ/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements – January 2, 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-january-2-2026/): Pastor Doug’s Office Hours: Friday, January 2nd – call first Wednesday, January 7th – 12:30 – 3:00pm Friday, January 9th – 9:30am – 12:30pm Please feel free to call me at 913-387-9947 if you need to schedule other times to meet. Thank you A huge thank you to everyone who contributed to the spur-of-the-moment - [January 2026](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/january-2026/) - [December 28, 2025 - First Sunday of Christmas](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/december-28-2025/) - [January 4, 2026 - Second Sunday of Christmas](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/january-4-2026-second-sunday-of-christmas/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements – December 26, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-december-26-2025/): Pastor Doug’s Office Hours for the Remainder of December: Wednesday, 12/31, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Please feel free to call me at 913-387-9947 if you need to schedule other times to meet. Thank you A huge thank you to everyone who contributed to the spur-of-the-moment “Santa Club” fund to assist Sharing Cupboard families - [December 24, 2025 - Christmas Eve](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/december-24-2025-christmas-eve/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements – December 19, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-december-19-2025/): Christmas Eve Service: Please join us on Wednesday, December 24th at 7pm for a Candlelight service celebrating the birth of our Lord and Savior. Pastor Doug’s Office Hours for the Remainder of December: Friday, 12/19, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, 12/23, 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon Friday, 12/26 TBA Wednesday, 12/31, 9:30 a.m. - - [December 21, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/december-21-2025/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements – December 12, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/december-12-2025/): Friends, Following are the current announcements from First Congregational Church, West Brookfield, United Church of Christ: From Pastor Doug: Joan Dirlam's funeral service will be held at the church on Monday, December 29 at 11 a.m., with a service of interment to follow immediately afterwards at Oak Ridge Cemetery in Southbridge. Peter's service is tomorrow - [December 14, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/december-14-2025/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements - December 5, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-december-5-2025/): Pastor Doug’s Office Hours for the Remainder of December: Wednesday, 12/10, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Friday, 12/12, 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon Monday, 12/15, 2:30 – 5:00 p.m. Friday, 12/19, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, 12/23, 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon Friday, 12/26 TBA Wednesday, 12/31, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Please feel - [December 7, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/december-7-2025/) - [December 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/december-2025/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements - November 28, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-november-28-2025/): Pastor Doug’s Office Hours: Wednesday and Friday from 9:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m Dismas Christmas - Seventh Annual Tree & Wreath Sale November 29th & 30th, December 6th & 7th 687 Lincoln Rd. Oakham, MA Handmade Christmas Crafts, Cookies, Cocoa & Hayrides! Call 508-882-0000 for more information http://www.dissmasisfamily.org Advent Interlude: If you’re looking for - [November 30, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/november-30-2025/): 5 - [November 23, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/november-23-2025/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements - November 21, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-november-21-2025/): Friends, Following are the current announcements from First Congregational Church, West Brookfield, United Church of Christ: Pastor Doug’s Office Hours: Wednesday and Friday from 9:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m Dismas Christmas - Seventh Annual Tree & Wreath Sale November 29th & 30th, December 6th & 7th 687 Lincoln Rd. Oakham, MA Handmade Christmas Crafts, Cookies, - [White Christmas](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/white-christmas/): WHITE CHRISTMAS December 7th WELCOME TO OUR OPEN HOUSE Open 11:30 am - 5 pm LUNCH: Open-faced Hot Turkey (w/ Stuffing & Gravy) Sandwich Hot Homemade Soup, Chicken, Egg & Ham Salad Sandwiches, Chili & Chili Dogs, Cheesecake & Pie! Delicious Baked Goods Table HUGE Raffle – Featuring a variety of unique and fun items, gift cards, - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements - November 14, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-november-14-2025/): Pastor Doug’s Office Hours: Wednesday and Friday from 9:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m Hanging of the Greens: We will be decorating the church for the seasons of Advent and Christmas following our worship service on November 23. The First Sunday of Advent this year is November30! We hope many folks will be able to - [November 16, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/november-16-2025/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements - November 7, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-november-7-2025/): Following are the current announcements from First Congregational Church, West Brookfield, United Church of Christ: Pastor Doug’s Office Hours: Wednesday and Friday from 9:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m Updated Directory There are copies of our updated 2025 Church directory located on the table in the Fellowship Hall. Please plan to take one so that you - [November 9, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/november-9-2025/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements - October 31, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-october-31-2025/): A Couple of Notes from Pastor Doug: In this month of Thanksgiving, I’d like to offer a special thank you to the ad hoc Stewardship Committee of Terry Hall, Mary Deotte, Dee Blanton, and Angela Carville for organizing this year’s stewardship program, and to Linda Daskowski, Shelly Fullam and Bruce Prestwood-Taylor for their distinctive, personal, - [November 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/november-2025/) - [November 2, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/november-2-2025/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements - October 24, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-october-24-2025/): A Note from Pastor Doug: Over the course of the past two Sundays in what might be called our "season of stewardship," Shelley Fullam and Bruce Prestwood-Taylor have articulated beautifully the meaning and importance of faithful stewardship to their journeys as disciples of Jesus--and to ours as well. Each weekday I receive a "Verse and Voice" meditation from - [October 26, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/october-26-2025/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements - October 17, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-october-17-2025/): A Note from Pastor Doug: Over the course of the past two Sundays in what might be called our "season of stewardship," Shelley Fullam and Bruce Prestwood-Taylor have articulated beautifully the meaning and importance of faithful stewardship to their journeys as disciples of Jesus--and to ours as well. Each weekday I receive a "Verse and Voice" meditation from - [October 19, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/october-19-2025/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements - October 10, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-october-10-2025/): Following are the current announcements from First Congregational Church, West Brookfield, United Church of Christ: From Pastor Doug: With evening dinners at the church on October 14 and 21, Pastor Doug will change his office hours for the next two weeks from Wednesdays to Tuesday afternoons (10/14 and 10/21) from 2:30-5:30 p.m. Friday office hours from 9:30 - [October 12, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/october-12-2025/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements - October 3, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-october-3-2025/): From Pastor Doug: I will be starting regular office hours at the church on Wednesday and Friday from 9:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Mondays will likely be writing days working from home, and most Tuesdays will be days off. Thursdays and Saturdays will be flexible for individual or group meetings, or other events, such as - [October 5, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/october-5-2025/) - [October 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/october-2025/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements - September 25, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-september-25-2025/): From Pastor Doug: I will be starting regular office hours at the church on Wednesday and Friday from 9:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Mondays will likely be writing days working from home, and most Tuesdays will be days off. Thursdays and Saturdays will be flexible for individual or group meetings, or other events, such as - [September 28, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/september-28-2025/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements - September 19, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-september-19-2025/): Annual Flea Market Our Annual Flea Market on the West Brookfield Common that was held last Saturday was a huge success! The weather was perfect and the vendors came with a wide variety of interesting items and great bargains! Our thanks to everyone who participated. It takes many, many hands and able bodies and each - [September 21, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/september-21-2025/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements - September 12, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-september-12-2025/): The Flea Market is Coming this Saturday - September 13th! Plan your Saturday! Bring a friend, shop for bargains, buy some cookies to take home and enjoy a grilled lunch at the lunch tent. The sun will shine and it will be another wonderful Flea Market on the West Brookfield Common - our tradition still - [September 14, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/september-14-2025/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements - September 5, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-september-5-2025/): Pastor Doug's First Sunday September 7th Please mark your calendars and plan to be at church this Sunday, September 7th to welcome our new minister, The Rev. Dr. Douglas Williamson (Pastor Doug) and his wife Karen. A welcoming coffee hour will follow our morning worship. Pastor's Office Fix-up is Complete! This week the window - [September 7, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/september-7-2025/) - [A Summer's Eve Concert!](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/a-summers-eve-concert/) - [September 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/september-2025/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements - August 29, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-august-29-2025/): Pastor's Office Fix-up is almost complete! The pastor's office renovation is nearing its end. The wall repairs and painting are complete, cleaning is almost done, the internet and phone are working again and the curtains will be up before Sunday. Most of the furniture has been moved back in and things are looking great. Be - [August 31, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/august-31-2025/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements - August 22, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-august-22-2025/): Office Fix-up is Ongoing - Front Entrance Change, For Now The renovations to the pastor's office are continuing and we see light at the end of the tunnel! We are currently using the front coat room to hold the office furniture and supplies. For safety reasons, we ask that you do not enter that room at this - [August 24, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/august-24-2025/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements - August 15 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-august-15-2025/): Office Fix-up is Ongoing - Please excuse the mess! The pastor's office needs some sprucing up and the work has begun! Please excuse the office items that are now sitting in our Fellowship Hall. They'll be back in the office soon. Thanks for your patience. The Parish Board Church Phone The church office phone - [August 17, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/august-17-2025/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements - August 8 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-august-8-2025/): Office Fix-up is Ongoing - Please excuse the mess! The pastor's office needs some sprucing up and the work has begun! Please excuse the office items that are now sitting in our Fellowship Hall. They'll be back in the office soon. The church office phone is temporarily out of order due to the renovation. Please - [August 10, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/august-10-2025/) - [August 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/august-2025/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements - August 1, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-august-1-2025/): Office Fix-up Starting - Please excuse our mess! The pastor's office needs some sprucing up and the work has begun! Please excuse the office items that are now sitting in our Fellowship Hall. They'll be back in the office soon. The church office phone is temporarily out of order due to the renovation. Please send - [August 3, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/august-3-2025/) - [School Supply Drive](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/school-supply-drive/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements - July 25, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-july-25-2025/): Office Fix-up Starting - Please excuse our mess! The pastor's office needs some sprucing up and the workers will be starting soon. Please excuse the office items that are now sitting in our Fellowship Hall. They'll be back in the office soon. Thanks for your patience. The Parish Board School Supply Collection We are collecting - [July 27, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/july-27-2025/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements - July 18, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-july-18-2025/): Office Fix-up Starting - Please excuse our mess! The pastor's office needs some sprucing up and the workers will be starting soon. Please excuse the office items that are now sitting in our Fellowship Hall. They'll be back in the office soon. Thanks for your patience. The Parish Board School Supply Collection We are collecting - [July 20, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/july-20-2025/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements - July 11, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-july-11-2025/): School Supply Collection We are collecting School Supplies for the West Brookfield and Warren elementary schools. Please bring your items in by August 17th and leave them on the table in Fellowship Hall. Thank you for your support. Here is a list of what we are collecting: Subject Notebook #2 Pencils Pencil Erasers Pencil Case - [July 13, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/july-13-2025/) - [Asparagus Festival](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/asparagus-festival/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield/Announcements - July 3, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-announcements-july-3-2025/): Summer Newsletter We are skipping the church newsletter for July this summer. Please watch for all the exciting fall news in the August issue! Deadline for the August issue will be Monday, July 28th. The Music Committee is asking if anyone would be interested to provide one or more anthems (solo, duets, quartet, instrumental, etc. - [June 1, 2025 - Ascension](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/june-1-2025-ascension/) - [June 8, 2025 - Pentecost](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/june-8-2025-pentecost/) - [June 15, 2025 - Trinity Sunday](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/june-15-2025-trinity-sunday/) - [June 22, 2025 - Children's Sunday](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/june-22-2025-childrens-sunday/) - [June 29, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/june-29-2025/) - [July 6, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/july-6-2025/) - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield - June 27, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-june-27-2025/): Saying goodbye to our bridge minister, Rev. Dennis TeBeest tomorrow Sunday, June 29th Sunday, June 29th will be the last Sunday we will be blessed with the ministry of Rev. Dennis TeBeest, who has served us over the past few months. Dennis's presence has been appreciated by all and he will be sorely missed. Please - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield - June 20, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-june-20-2025/): Sunday School Update - Children's Sunday June 22 - This Sunday! Sunday school will be ending on Sunday, June 22nd and we will celebrate the children of our church on Children's Sunday, June 22! An ice cream social has been planned for coffee hour so be sure to mark your calendars and plan to attend. - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield - June 12, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-june-12-2025/): Sunday School Update - Children's Sunday, June 22Sunday school will be ending on Sunday, June 22nd and we will celebrate the children of our church with a special ice cream social during coffee hour! Be sure to mark your calendars and plan to attend. When Sunday school resumes in the fall, classes will be held - [May 25, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/may-25-2025/): Bulletin Hymnal - [First Congregational Church West Brookfield - June 6, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-june-6-2025/): Pentecost is This Sunday! Sunday, June 8th is Pentecost Sunday and shades of red are traditionally worn. Red symbolizes the "fiery tongues" of the Holy Spirit that descended upon the apostles on that day. Remember to wear red! Sharing Cupboard Needs:The Sharing Cupboard is in need of more plastic shopping bags, mustard, mayo, canned peas, - [May 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/may-2025/): Please enjoy the May 2025 edtion of Glad Tidings - [June 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/june-2025/): Please enjoy the June 2025 edition of Glad Tidings - [Weekly Announcements from First Congregational Church West Brookfield - May 30, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-may-30-2025/): Friends, Following are the current announcements from First Congregational Church, West Brookfield: Remove from email? If you would like to be removed from this email list please hit reply with the word "stop". Sharing Cupboard Needs: The Sharing Cupboard is in need of more plastic shopping bags, mustard, mayo, canned peas, canned carrots. Please leave - [Weekly Announcements from First Congregational Church West Brookfield - May 23, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/weekly-announcements-from-first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-may-23-2025/): Sharing Cupboard Needs:The Sharing Cupboard is in need of more plastic shopping bags, mustard, mayo, canned peas, canned carrots. Please leave all donations in the donation box at the church entry. Thank you! Asparagus, Flower and Heritage Festival!A huge and continued thanks to each of you who contributed in some way to our Annual Asparagus - [Weekly Announcements from First Congregational Church West Brookfield - May 16, 2025](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/news-listings/weekly-announcements-from-first-congregational-church-west-brookfield-may-16-2025/): Sharing Cupboard Needs: The Sharing Cupboard is in need of more plastic shopping bags, mustard, mayo, canned peas, canned carrots. Please leave all donations in the donation box at the church entry. Thank you! Asparagus, Flower and Heritage Festival - TOMORROW May 17! 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May FCCWB Glad Tidings ## Sermon Library - [The Skin on the Face of God](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/sermon-library/the-skin-on-the-face-of-god/) - [Living for the Hell of It](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/sermon-library/living-for-the-hell-of-it/): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gE73K-3x9hw&t=32s - [One Brilliant Moment](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/sermon-library/one-brilliant-moment/): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fcxkzj7wqi0 - [Contemplatives in Action](https://westbrookfieldcongregationalucc.org/sermon-library/example-sermon/): Nam ullamcorper ac metus dignissim interdum. Sed gravida dolor vitae auctor finibus. Integer porttitor dolor non interdum consectetur. Aliquam erat volutpat. Proin vel felis tortor. Duis sagittis nisl erat. Suspendisse condimentum nisl lectus, non fringilla dui mollis facilisis. Sed ut neque bibendum, imperdiet magna tempus, elementum massa. 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