First Congregational Church of Danbury

08/31/2026

Even if you've heard of The Hero's Journey, you've seen it in popular culture. Here's why it's important: To know and love yourself better, and to know and love yourself (and others) the way God does. For more information, contact David McKinnis at [email protected] or sign up at https://bit.ly/FEAMensRetreat.

Reel Faith: The Hero’s Journey with Jesus – The Third Annual Fairfield East Association of the Southern New England Conference, United Church of Christ Men’s Retreat takes place Nov 20-22 at Wisdom House in Litchfield. Join men from across the state in an exploration of the spiritual journey of Christian faith through the lens of science fiction and fantasy films. Through thoughtful conversation, scripture, and personal reflection, Rev. Todd Shipley will connect moments from several films that uncover the sacred journey unfolding within and around us. For more information, contact David McKinnis at [email protected] or sign up at https://bit.ly/FEAMensRetreat.

First Church is proud to sponsor this retreat in partnership with the men of First Congregational Church of Danbury, First Congregational Church of Bethel, Hill UCC and Trumbull Congregational Church

08/30/2026

With Freedom H. Weekes – We just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉

08/30/2026

Sunday Service | August 30, 2026

Today’s service is led by ArDonna Hamilton.

Her message: “Root”

Music by Jim Moriarty and Joanne Maples.

Our music is licensed by CCLI and OneLicense.

08/24/2026

FINAL WEEKEND: $10 Bag Sale at Deer Hill Thrift Shop!
AUGUST 28 & 29 -- 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Fill your bag with clothes, shoes, scarves, ties, and hats — and we'll load up the bags! Fill as many bags as you like for just $10 each. It's the perfect chance to refresh your wardrobe before the season changes.

*More Than Just Clothes!
*Home goods & décor.
*Toys, games, music & movies.
*Books and so much more.
All at their regular low prices.

Come early for the best selection! We're open Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

08/23/2026

Today’s service is led by ArDonna Hamilton: Her message:
Music is provided by Jim Moriarty, Vidhi Rana (soprano) and Summer Smith (Alto).

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TODAY’S MUSIC

“Fairest Lord Jesus”
Type: Words and Music; First Line: Fairest Lord Jesus
Language: English
Contributors: Public Domain
Tune: Schlesische Volkslieder, 1842
Text: Gesangbuch, Munster, 1677
STREAMED WITH PERMISSION UNDER ONE LICENSE -732168. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

“Santo, Santo Santo"
Type: Music; First Line: Santo, Santo, Santo
Language: English
Contributors: John Bell
Tune: © 1990, WGRG c/o Iona Community, GIA Publications, Inc., agent
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“Great Peace Have They”
Authors: J. B. Lully, Carl Fredickson
Copyrights: 1969 by R.D. Row Music Co., Inc., New York. All rights reserved

“Let The Whole Creation Cry (Llanfair)”
Authors: Robert Williams, Stopford Augustus Brooke
Copyrights:
Words: Public Domain
Music: Public Domain
Used by Permission. CCLI Streaming License #3362988

“God of All Righteousness”
Type: Music; First Line: Piano solo
Contributors: David Paxton
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“Jesus Loves Me This I Know (Jesus Loves Me)”
Authors: Anna Bartlett Warner, Philip Percival, William Batchelder Bradbury
Copyrights:
Words: Public Domain
Music: 2004 Percival, Philip (Admin. by Philip Gordon Percival)
Used by Permission. CCLI Streaming License #3362988

08/20/2026

It's the $10 Bag Sale! Final Clearance on All Summer Fashions.

Fill your basket with clothes, shoes, scarves, ties, and hats — and we'll load up the bags! Fill as many bags as you like at just $10 each. It's the perfect chance to refresh your wardrobe before the season changes.

And don't forget — we also have a great selection of home goods, toys, games, music, movies, books, and more, all at their regular low prices.

Open Friday and Saturday -- 10 a,m. to 2 p.m.

08/17/2026

Jesus is my Lord

08/16/2026

Today’s service is led by ArDonna Hamilton: Her message: “Hum.”
“When we are overcome by madness and don’t know what to pray, we can hum our way through,” ArDonna said. “The Holy Spirit understands and intercedes for us through wordless groans.”
Music is provided by Jim Moriarty and Claire Jameson

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TODAY’S MUSIC

“Blessings”
Type: Music; First Line: music only
Contributors: Jim Brickman
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“The Sun Is on the Land and Sea "
Type: Music; First Line: The sun is on the land and sea, the day begun
Contributors: Austin Lovelace
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“Hold To God's Unchanging Hand (Unchanging Hand)”
Authors: Franklin Lycurgus Eiland, Jennie Wilson
Copyrights
Words: Public Domain
Music: Public Domain
Used by Permission. CCLI Streaming License #3362988

“Jesus Is My Lord!”
Type: Words and Music
Contributors: Don Besig, Nancy Price, Don Besig
Tune: Copyright © 1992 by GlorySound, a div. of Shawnee Press, Inc.
Text: Copyright © 1992 by GlorySound, a div. of Shawnee Press, Inc.
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"O For a World (AZMON)”
Authors: Miriam Therese Winter, Carl Gotthelf Glaser, Lowell Mason
Copyright:
Tune: Public Domain
Words:

“Go in Peace (OCEAN PARK)”
Author: Barber L. Waters
Copyright:
Text: © 1982 Barber L. Waters and Kenneth E. White

“God of Our Fathers”
Author: H. S. Livingston”

08/10/2026

What a great time to shop for clothes!
Half-Off All Clothes, Shoes and Handbags at Deer Hill Thrift Shop!

08/10/2026

ArDonna answers an important question: How do we get from here to there without losing ourselves."?

The short answer: "We can hold the WHO. We can hold the God who has never and will never abandon us.”

Today’s service is led by ArDonna Hamilton: Her message: “Peace, Ev...