First Congregational Church of Albany

First Congregational Church of Albany Since 1850, our Congregational church has welcomed all. Whoever you are, you are welcome here. The church is goverened by Boards of Deacons and Trustees.

We are an Open and Affirming, fully Handicap Accessible congregation—and our historic building is honored on the National Register of Historic Places. Building a vibrant and vital church in an urban environment to praise God through worship, mission, education and outreach in an inclusive and diverse community. First Congregational Church lives its life of faith in the "Congregational Way." This m

eans there is no hierarchy and each worshipper has the freedom to develop their own belief as led by God. However, each member is invited to be fully active, participate and vote on important matters to the life of the church.

The search continues! Pastors from all denominations are invited to apply — you don’t need to be UCC. We’re looking for ...
08/28/2026

The search continues! Pastors from all denominations are invited to apply — you don’t need to be UCC. We’re looking for the right fit for our church and community.

We concluded our Informal Summer Service Series today with an inspiring message from lay member Sharon Cole. Thank you t...
07/26/2026

We concluded our Informal Summer Service Series today with an inspiring message from lay member Sharon Cole. Thank you to everyone who helped make this summer's services so meaningful.

We look forward to welcoming everyone back on September 13 as we resume our regular worship services and begin an exciting new chapter with our new minister and his family.

Congregation Beth Emeth Albany is one of our partner congregations in NNORC and the community. Please consider lending a...
07/26/2026

Congregation Beth Emeth Albany is one of our partner congregations in NNORC and the community. Please consider lending a hand ✋

Volunteers needed! Our Soup Kitchen has two dates in August, and we would love for you to join us. Volunteers work from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm preparing and distributing the meal as well as cleaning up. We need at least 8 volunteers, if you are available on either Sunday, August 2 or Sunday, August 23, please consider signing up to volunteer with us! Click the links below to learn more and register.

Sunday, August 2:
https://cbealbany.org/event/soup-kitchen-8-2-2026

Sunday, August 23:
https://cbealbany.org/event/soup-kitchen-8-23-2026

Join us this Sunday for our last Informal Summer Service in Palmer Hall before our August break! ☀️⛪ We were delighted t...
07/24/2026

Join us this Sunday for our last Informal Summer Service in Palmer Hall before our August break! ☀️⛪ We were delighted to welcome Assie Bishop as our lay leader this past Sunday. We hope to see you this weekend!

Informal Summer Services in Palmer Hall and beautiful seasonal flowers from the local Farmer's Market ... Today's lay se...
07/12/2026

Informal Summer Services in Palmer Hall and beautiful seasonal flowers from the local Farmer's Market ... Today's lay service led by church member Valencia Counts

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05/18/2026

Did you miss yesterday's Offertory Anthem? Here's a snip to enjoy!

Address

405 Quail Street
Albany, NY
12208

Opening Hours

9am - 10am
10am - 11pm

Telephone

+15184824580

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