First Congregational Church of Hanover

First Congregational Church of Hanover We are the First Congregational Church UCC of Hanover; our Sunday Worship starts at 9:30 AM. Rev. Peter Johnston is our Senior Pastor.

Founded in 1728, virtually the same time that the town was incorporated, The First Congregational Church of Hanover has long been a leader in equality.

Have you checked in on our Christian Education program lately? 🧐 First Congregational Church of Hanover offers so many...
06/03/2026

Have you checked in on our Christian Education program lately? 🧐 First Congregational Church of Hanover offers so many opportunities for the kids to enjoy fellowship, learning, friendship and more!

We are an open and affirming community, and always welcome everyone! Learn more about our faith and programs at fcchanover.org/christian-education/

Honor a loved one or celebrate a special occasion in a meaningful way by lighting the Steeple and ringing the Carillon a...
05/29/2026

Honor a loved one or celebrate a special occasion in a meaningful way by lighting the Steeple and ringing the Carillon at First Congregational Church of Hanover.

For a $50 donation, you may dedicate a month in memory or in honor of someone special throughout 2026.

Forms are available in the church bulletin and through the church office, by emailing [email protected]. We invite you to help keep this beautiful tradition ringing through our community. Learn more about our welcoming, open and affirming parish at fcchanover.org.

✝🙏 Thought for Pentecost week, and our call to prayer:Spirit of the Living God,Fall fresh on me,Spirit of the Living God...
05/28/2026

✝🙏 Thought for Pentecost week, and our call to prayer:

Spirit of the Living God,
Fall fresh on me,
Spirit of the Living God,
Fall fresh on me.
Melt me, mold me, fill me, use me.
Spirit of the Living God,
Fall fresh on me.
Soul of heaven, heart of God,
wash over me.
Soul of heaven, heart of God,
wash over me.
Cleanse me, teach me, hold me, reach me.
Soul of heaven, heart of God,
wash over me.
Holy presence, love divine,
cast out my fear.
Holy presence, love divine,
cast out my fear.
Shield me, free me, call me, lead me.
Holy presence, love divine,
cast out my fear.

(Lyrics by Daniel Iverson and Lowell Alexander)

First Congregational Church of Hanover has many opportunities to participate in the various ministries of the church: Li...
05/27/2026

First Congregational Church of Hanover has many opportunities to participate in the various ministries of the church:

Liturgist: Share God’s Word in worship

Greeter: Welcome and provide bulletins to worshippers.

Coffee Hour Host: Make the coffee and provide a snack. Get a friend to help set up and clean up!

Tech Deacon: Learn to operate the cameras and livestream the worship service.

Speak with Rev. Peter if you are interested. Please let us know how you would like to help by filling out a SERVE card, found in the pews, or adding your name to the lists found at coffee hour.

Learn more at fcchanover.org/giving/

What better way to celebrate Pentecost than a birthday party⁉️🥳Pentecost is often described as the “birthday of the Chur...
05/26/2026

What better way to celebrate Pentecost than a birthday party⁉️🥳

Pentecost is often described as the “birthday of the Church” in Christian tradition. According to the New Testament in the Acts of the Apostles, Pentecost marks the moment when the Holy Spirit descended upon the apostles, empowering them to begin spreading the Christian message publicly.

Thanks to all who joined us for our Sunday Service this weekend!

✨Come, Holy Spirit, come! 🔥
The Spirit of Love draws us together to receive and restore life-giving relationships with God and one another.

✨Come, Holy Spirit, come! 🔥
The Spirit of Freedom knits us together to receive and renew the bonds of empathy, justice, and peace that bind us together in the work for liberation and wholeness.

✨Come, Holy Spirit, come! 🔥
Beloved, the Holy Spirit is here, moving and working among us. Will you come and receive all the Spirit has to give?

All are always welcome here! Learn more at fcchanover.org

Sending out a heartfelt "thank you" to Sandy Adami, Dayna Scribi, Sandy Vaughn, Louise Jackson, Glenda Larson, Ruth Hal...
05/23/2026

Sending out a heartfelt "thank you" to Sandy Adami, Dayna Scribi, Sandy Vaughn, Louise Jackson, Glenda Larson, Ruth Hall, Janet Cook, and Karen Tripp for a beautiful spring-cleaning the labyrinth! We so appreciate your efforts to keep this peaceful, safe space accessible to all! ✝

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION NEWS: We began our church school year with the Bible verse Matthew 5:16, "Let your light shine befo...
05/21/2026

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION NEWS: We began our church school year with the Bible verse Matthew 5:16, "Let your light shine before others that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven." During our May Sunday School sessions, we've been revisiting this year-long theme and learn about people in the Bible who demonstrated kindness, forgiveness, and compassion -- isn't that what we need more of in this world?

We'll continue to encourage our child parishioners to reflect upon these people and their stories, and how they might follow in their footsteps.

This Sunday, we'll learn about The Good Samaritan, and next Sunday, we'll discuss how Jesus Blesses the Children. Won't your family join us?

Learn more about our Christian education program at https://www.fcchanover.org/christian-education/, registration is rolling. All are always welcome here!

Our Moonlighters Women's Group meets TONIGHT for some fun, come on by! Enjoy "Game Night" with the ladies this evening,...
05/20/2026

Our Moonlighters Women's Group meets TONIGHT for some fun, come on by! Enjoy "Game Night" with the ladies this evening, Wednesday, May 20, 6:30 pm. This welcoming group loves to make new friends, and enjoys friendship and fellowship when they gather, come on by Riley Hall at 17 Silver Street, all ladies welcome!

The coins and cash from our Lenten Giving Project tubes provided a generous donation to Hanover Food Pantry of nearly $4...
05/17/2026

The coins and cash from our Lenten Giving Project tubes provided a generous donation to Hanover Food Pantry of nearly $400! Thank you to the many who contributed to support this valuable resource. You definitely "let your light shine!

The Hanover Food Pantry has been helping families in need since 1992. Its volunteers draw from the membership of five participating churches, the Hanover Woman’s Club, Juniors, and town citizens. Food is donated at weekly church collections, school and food drives, supermarket donation sites, and several community organizational contributions. To learn more, visit hanover-ma.gov/hanover-food-pantry.

Address

17 Silver Street
Hanover, MA
02339

Opening Hours

Tuesday 8:30am - 2:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 2:30pm

Telephone

+17818264762

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