First Church in Ipswich, UCC

09/08/2026

This is the big weekend! Our celebration of art and music for the whole community. Buy from local artists and crafters, enjoy local bands, activities for the kids, food and drink... Want to help? Get in touch with Holly Ardito to choose your 2-hour volunteer slot.

Join Gather on the Green in Ipswich for a cultural festival featuring local art, live music, family activities, and community fun from September 11-13, 2026.

09/05/2026

Starting this Sunday: a new adult education series on the United Church of Christ. Come and learn more about the denomination that First Church belongs to.

September 6: United Church of Christ and First Church: Why It Matters, with Rev. Greg and Rev. Rebecca
September 20: Introduction to the UCC: Five Streams and History, with Rev. Greg and Rev. Tom

09/05/2026

For September 6, Katherine DeSilva has a sermon for you called "Bold Moves." Thanks for watching!

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

08/31/2026

Less than two weeks away! See the full schedule here.

Join Gather on the Green in Ipswich for a cultural festival featuring local art, live music, family activities, and community fun from September 11-13, 2026.

08/28/2026

Worship will be back in the sanctuary (main church building) this Sunday. Rev. Mark Allman is preaching. If you can't make it in person, watch our pre-recorded service online.

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

08/25/2026

Tuesday night, 6-8pm! Bottles & Cans play at the Riverwalk. Bring your supper, relax, dance while our friends play their great roots/Americana music.

08/24/2026

This could be your time to join the First Church choir! We've moved the weekly rehearsal time to Fridays at 3:30pm, starting on September 5. Dr. Minji Kim will be directing the choir. Join us!

08/22/2026

Registration for kids' faith formation--Sunday morning and weekday youth groups--is now open! Our team has a great program lined up for your family. Look for the registration link in the newsletter.

08/21/2026

We join those who are saddened by the passing of Kayla Van Almkerk. You may have known her from behind the desk at the library. Her funeral will be at First Church on Tuesday, August 25 at 11am.

January 16, 1993 – August 13, 2026 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Kayla Jane Van Almkerk, a beloved daughter, niece, cousin, and friend whose beautiful spirit touched the lives of everyone who knew her. Kayla will be remembered for her sweet and loving nature, her wond...

08/21/2026

For Sunday, Rev. Rebecca has a sermon about traveling light.