Southwick Congregational Church UCC

08/26/2026

All hands on deck! Thanks to our volunteers for a meaningful late summer service.

08/13/2026

If we can help out our friends in Feeding Hills, that would be great.

08/05/2026

08/05/2026

This church was pleased to host this special America250 event with the Southwick Historical Society. While no one knows for sure, it could be that the first reading in 1776 was in our first meetinghouse located a mile south. This church has always thrived on being at the center of our community.

Auguest 2, 2026

08/02/2026

If you are in search of a place to worship, we invite you to join us this Sunday at 11:00 AM.

08/01/2026

Join us tonight for Food, Fun and Game Night at Southwick Congregational. All are welcome!

07/27/2026

This Week: Celebrate USA 250, Southwick, and More
Plenty of free family fun coming up.

Weds., July 29 @ 6 at Whalley Park – Summer music series continues sponsored by Southwick Rotary.

Thurs., July 30 @ 5 at SRS Ball Fields – First Responders Summer Event sponsored by Southwick Police Dept. ( Rain date will be announced if necessary)

Sat., August 1 @ 5 at Southwick Congregational Church – Family Game Night. Light refreshments. All are welcome.

Sunday, August 2 @ 2 at Southwick Congregational. Bell ringing, reading of Declaration of Independence, and reception. Sponsored by Southwick Historical Society.

See you there!

07/27/2026

This memorial service will be at Southwick Congregational Church on Friday, July 31 at 11:00 am.

In Loving Memory of Justin Jerin
Justin Jerin, 34, of Westfield, Massachusetts, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 19, 2026.

Born on November 20, 1991, Justin lived life with a contagious sense of humor, a generous heart, and an adventurous spirit. He had a way of making people laugh, lighting up every room he entered and reminding those around him to enjoy life’s simple moments. He embraced life wholeheartedly and always tried to find joy wherever he could.

Justin had a deep love for music, which was a constant throughout his life. He enjoyed cooking, found creative expression through tattooing, and loved sharing laughs with the people around him. His kindness, humor, and ability to make lasting memories with family and friends are what so many will remember most.

Justin is survived by his father, Edward Jerin and his wife, Nemie Jerin; his mother, Babbette Andrews and her husband, Mark Andrews; his brother, Josh; his sister, Emily; his beloved son, Jasper; his grandmothers, Ruth Boyle and Ellen Hansen; his aunt, Kelly Jerin; his niece; his cousins, Courtney Jerin and Dana Jerin; as well as many aunts, uncles, extended family members, and dear friends who will forever cherish his memory. He was welcomed into eternal rest by his grandfather, David Boyle.

Justin’s laughter, creativity, and free spirit will be deeply missed. Though his time with us was far too short, the memories he created and the love he shared will remain in the hearts of all who knew him.

One of Justin’s own poems reflects the imagination and heart he carried with him:

“Come with me,” he said, “for soon your soul will be dead,

But you won’t have to fear, you won’t have to cry,

For soon your feelings will pass you by.

Do not worry, do not pray,

For I will hold your hand day by day.

He said, “Do not stray, do not scurry.

Really, really,” he said, “you’re in no hurry!”

I’ll be your family, I’ll be your friends through and through till the end.

But you might not see me—I have no face.

But just remember, I’m everywhere. Every place.”

— Justin Jerin

07/25/2026

Please join us at First Congregational Church of Westfield, MA at 9:30. We will NOT have a service at 11:00.