The First Church of Deerfield

The First Church of Deerfield Welcome to The First Church of Deerfield, cited by a visitor turned newcomer as "the most welcoming church I've ever been to!" Sundays.

Welcome to The First Church of Deerfield, cited by a visitor turned newcomer as "the most welcoming church I've ever been to!" We do our best to reflect God's inclusive vision for humanity and are proudly an Open and Affirming Congregation. We enjoy each other and our church, and invite you to join us. The congregation is made up of people from assorted religious backgrounds. Our theology is moder

ate to liberal, based solidly in the traditions of our two denominations, the United Church of Christ and the Unitarian Universalist Association. As our church covenant states, "we cordially invite to our fellowship any who, while differing from us in belief, are willing to unite with us for worship and service . . . ." Our worship service is at 10:00 A.M. Note: entering through the front doors, you will be facing the congregation, which can be disconcerting the first visit. Pews are not "assigned" and you are invited to sit anywhere. The children join us for the early part of the service, then recess to Sunday School. Though there is no nursery, due to our architectural limitations, a changing table is available on the second floor. The service lasts an hour, following a traditional Protestant order of service; use this link to view an Order of Worship. The service is followed by fellowship and coffee served in the front hall. We receive frequent visitors, from tourists to the families of students in area schools to those who come to hear our organ. Whatever your reason for coming, we hope you have a good experience and will want to return.

tonight. service of shadows and light, at the Brick Church.
04/02/2026

tonight. service of shadows and light, at the Brick Church.

04/01/2026

chag Pesach sameach
to all beloved friends
for whom this night is different
from all other nights

If you are seeking a welcoming place to celebrate Easter morning....
03/25/2026

If you are seeking a welcoming place to celebrate Easter morning....

Ours is a spacious faith, with room enough for questions and diversity of belief. We are a congregation of people from assorted religious backgrounds, joined not by a formal creed but by our shared purpose,...Read more

THE USE AND MISUSE OF RELIGION - An interfaith conversation, Sunday at 3:30, at the First Congregational Church of Sunde...
03/21/2026

THE USE AND MISUSE OF RELIGION - An interfaith conversation, Sunday at 3:30, at the First Congregational Church of Sunderland.

Our own Deerfield pastor will be one of the “two ministers” in this timely conversation Next Sunday afternoon in Sunderland.

Our own Deerfield pastor will be one of the “two ministers” in this timely conversation Next Sunday afternoon in Sunderl...
03/15/2026

Our own Deerfield pastor will be one of the “two ministers” in this timely conversation Next Sunday afternoon in Sunderland.

The death of a child is not on God’s wish list. Last Sunday’s Reflection by Pastor Liza, Matthew 7: 15-23“…Not every one...
03/14/2026

The death of a child is not on God’s wish list.

Last Sunday’s Reflection by Pastor Liza,

Matthew 7: 15-23
“…Not every one who says to me, 'Lord, Lord,' shall enter the kingdom of heaven, but those who do the will of my Father who is in heaven. On that day many will say to me, 'Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in your name, and cast out demons in your name, and do many mighty works in your name?' And then will I declare to them, 'I never knew you; depart from me, you evildoers.”

“Not in my name”Sermon by Rev Liza B Knappfor the First Church of Deerfield, MASunday, March 8, 2026“On that. day many will say to me, 'Lord, Lord, did we no...

from last Sunday’s sermon: “When we treat our faith like territory to be defended, we turn it into to something else.”
03/05/2026

from last Sunday’s sermon: “When we treat our faith like territory to be defended, we turn it into to something else.”

March 1, 2026The First Church of Deerfield, MassachusettsRev Liza B Knapp

Re-posting, because these days it can’t be said enough.
02/27/2026

Re-posting, because these days it can’t be said enough.

Dear Transgender and Nonbinary Siblings: You are beautiful. You are deserving of safety and support. You add to the delightful diversity of God's people. You belong in the beloved community.
Love, The First Church of Deerfield

Last Sunday's sermon, posted with urgency and love.
02/27/2026

Last Sunday's sermon, posted with urgency and love.

Rev Liza B KnappSermon for the First Church of Deerfield, Massachusetts (Correction from Rev. Knapp: I misquoted my seminary classmate during my sermon. What...

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