The Congregational Church of New Canaan

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The Congregational Church of New Canaan

As a community moved by God’s gracious gifts, we embrace the blessings and wonders of life.

The Congregational Church of New Canaan, in New Canaan, Connecticut welcomes you and invites you to worship with us. We are 2,500 men, women, youth and children with a variety of religious backgrounds, occupations and interests. For over 275 years we have gathered as a family of God’s children in order to experience God’s presence, learn Christ’s ways, and serve our neighbors – all toward the end of making faith a way of life.

06/08/2026

Although our traditional youth group programming pauses for summer break, we wanted to offer some fun opportunities for our kids to connect deeper with their faith and stay in touch with their youth group peers! These one-off events are a great way to stay connected to the church or try the youth group for the first time before programming resumes in the fall. All events are for youth in grades K-8, with high school advisors welcome to help lead. For our Mystic Day Trip, we are asking for a $50 suggested contribution. All other events are free. Check your email inbox for details on registration or for more information, email Greer Lyle at [email protected].

June 28, Tacos and Movie Night, 5:00-7:00pm, Smith Hall

July 14-16, Bible Builders, 4:00-6:00pm, Smith Hall

July 19, Summer Water Fun, 10:00am-1:00pm, Church Grounds

July 20-22, Fishing for Faith, 4:00-6:00pm, Mill Pond

July 26, Calf Pasture Beach & Mini Golf, 10:00am-2:00pm, Half-Day Trip

August 23, Mystic Day Trip, 10:00am-8:00pm, Full Day Trip, $50 suggested contribution

06/06/2026

Open Doors Collection – This Sunday!
We will be collecting donations for Open Doors Pantry Sunday morning. The pantry is very low and would appreciate your help! Please bring nonperishable items to the church circle between 8:45am and noon. For more information, contact Susie Swindell at [email protected]. Most needed are as follows:
Manual can openers
Fresh fruit and vegetables
Spaghetti & spaghetti sauce
Salad dressing & condiments
Canned pasta dinners
Peanut butter & jelly
Rice (2-pound bags)
Dried beans (red or black)
Mac & cheese
Canned beans (red or black)
Canned vegetables
Fruit cups or canned fruit

Vegetable oil
Canned tuna or chicken
Sugar (2-or 4-pound bags)
All-purpose flour
Cereal
Pancake mix & syrup
Oatmeal / Cream of wheat
Coffee and tea
Juice or juice boxes
Dry or shelf-stable milk
Spices
Reusable grocery bag

06/05/2026

Requesting Discernment Team Nominations-
As we begin planning a Season of Discernment to prayerfully prepare our church for future generations, we invite the congregation to recommend thoughtful, reflective, and spiritually attentive individuals who can listen for the Holy Spirit’s leading. If you have specific recommendations for the Discernment Team, please email [email protected] with a letter describing how the person embodies the characteristics listed.

06/04/2026

Fellowship All-Church Picnic!
Following the 10:00am worship service on June 14, join us for our All-Church Picnic hosted by the Fellowship Team! Enjoy a Southern-inspired lunch, an ice cream truck, inflatables, a bubble show, and Old Faithful rides. Invite friends, stay awhile, and gather as a church family. Sign up to bring a dish or volunteer to serve. Contact Laurel Carr at [email protected].

06/03/2026

Church Office Summer Closure☀️
The church office will be closed on Fridays from June through August. For pastoral care needs, contact (203)966-2651 x103.

06/02/2026

Women’s Fellowship Open Play Mahjong🀄️

Join us for a relaxed morning of Mahjong on Wednesday, June 24, from 10:00am–12:00pm in the Parlor. Whether you’re a seasoned player or relatively new to the game, all are welcome to join us for open play and fellowship.
Please note that this is not an instructional session, so participants should have a basic familiarity with Mahjong. If you own a Mahjong set, we encourage you to bring it along.
Ally Dunlap and Anne Gunter will help organize and set up our first gathering. During the session, they will also share information and gauge interest in continuing open play Mahjong gatherings throughout the summer.
Come enjoy some friendly competition, conversation, and connection. No RSVP is required.

06/01/2026

Please join us for a Men’s Group BBQ!
Monday, June 15, 6:00pm
Baker Barn in New Canaan
All men of the church are invited! Food and beverages will be provided – the cost is $20. RSVP by June 11. You will also have the option to sponsor a Pivot guest when you register. Contact Steve Case with any questions or if you are available to volunteer to grill, set up, or clean up.

05/28/2026

Open Doors Food Collection
Sunday, June 7

We will be collecting for Open Doors Pantry on June 7. The pantry is very low and would appreciate your help! Please bring nonperishable items to the church circle between 8:45am and noon. For more information, contact Susie Swindell at [email protected]. Check our website for a list of needed items.

05/26/2026

Save the Date: Celebration Sunday on June 14
We will celebrate many important spiritual milestones in the life of our youngest church members during the service on Celebration Sunday. All children will be invited to participate in the worship service, and we hope that your family will join us after church for an all-church picnic. We will have outdoor games and activities for all ages! We hope to see you and celebrate a wonderful year of faith formation and fellowship building among our youngest churchgoers.

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23 Park Street
New Canaan, CT
06840

Telephone

+12039662651

Website

http://www.godsacre.org/

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