First Congregational Church of Reading UCC

06/03/2026

This Sunday we'll celebrate the end of another program year and in the spirit of Psalm 96, sing (and play!) a new song to God with Orchestra, Bells, AND choir!

After church we'll celebrate with a Church Picnic (rain or shine!)

We're looking for folks to sign up to bring a dessert or side dish. The sign up link will be in tomorrow's enews.

06/02/2026

A Blessed Pride from First Congregational Church of Reading 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️
Where no matter who you are, or where you are on life’s journey, we celebrate that you are beloved by God, and you are welcome here!

24 years ago we adopted the following welcome statement (and each Sunday, we read part of it out loud together):
“Believing that Christ’s call “Come unto me” is unconditional, we welcome & embrace all people — people of all races, ethnicities & ages; mental, emotional & physical abilities; gender identities & sexual orientation; economic & social standings, & family & religious traditions. Celebrating the full diversity of God’s creation, we invite all to join us in our worship & to participate in the full life & ministry of this faith community.”

2027 will be our 25th Anniversary of becoming an Open and Affirming congregation! We look forward to re-affirming this covenant of welcome in 2027!

06/02/2026

Happy June! 🌸 Please consider donating to the Reading Food Pantry, if possible. Below, you will find our June Current Needs List. We have many ways for you to donate.

For your convenience, please click the link below to our Amazon Wishlist. If you choose to purchase items from this list, your donations will be delivered directly to our door:

https://www.amazon.com/baby-reg/readingfood-pantry-august-2025-reading/2IAL6UP0JI3WF

If you would like to donate monetarily, please visit our website by clicking this link and you will be directed to our “Donate” page, with options for Venmo, PayPal, or you’ll see our address listed, if you prefer to send a check:

https://www.readingfoodpantry.org/donate-1

If you would like to donate while you are grocery shopping, there are donation bins that are located by the registers at both Stop & Shop and Market Basket.

We are open every Wednesday from 4:30 PM to 6 PM for donation drop-off. We are located at 6 Salem Street and our entrance is in the back parking lot of the Old South United Methodist Church. 

Thank you!

05/31/2026

Welcome to worship!
To contribute to the Offering Plate, go to www.churchofreading.org/donate

All music is used with permission. One License

05/29/2026

Get involved in June!

Yarning to Care meets Monday, June 1, (rescheduled due to Memorial Day) and also Monday, June 29, at 1 PM in the Parlor.

Bible on Tap meets Monday, June 1 at 7 PM at Bunratty Tavern. This summer we’ll be exploring the theme “That’s Not in the Bible!” considering phrases we think are biblical, but aren’t (and what the Bible actually says instead!).

Book Group meets Tuesday, June 2 at 7:30 PM on Zoom to discuss The Emperor of Gladness by Ocean Vuong.

Let’s Talk meets on Tuesday, June 9 at 1:30 PM in the Parlor. This month, we’ll be talking with a special guest from the Reading Mosque.

Women ‘N Stitches meets on Tuesday, June 9 at 7:15 PM in Room 17.

Drop in to any of these groups or reach out to the church office at [email protected] or 781-944-0205 to learn more.

05/28/2026

Here's another view of the Bethesda church after the fire. How many people do you see? Any guesses as to who the man with the top hat might be?

05/27/2026

Book Group meets next week on Tuesday, June 2, at 7:30pm on Zoom.

We'll be discussing "The Emperor of Gladness" by Ocean Vuong, a novel about chosen family, unexpected friendship, and a life-altering bond.

Email the church office at [email protected] to receive an email with the meeting information.

05/26/2026

Bible on Tap meets Monday, June 1 at 7 PM at Bunratty Tavern.

This summer we’ll be exploring the theme “That’s Not in the Bible!” considering phrases we think are biblical, but aren’t (and what the Bible actually says instead!).

05/26/2026

We have "Good News"! Our Spring 2026 issue of "Good News" is available now.
Use the link below to view online or pick up a printed copy at church.

https://heyzine.com/flip-book/0f8cc71be6.html

The Weekly E-News on Thursdays highlights upcoming events and occasional church news. "Good News" includes photos and retrospective information about what has been happening at the church since the last issue.

Reach out to the church office at [email protected] to get connected.

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