First Congregational Church (United Church of Christ) of Stamford is in discernment and transition after a period of changes.
Almost 400 years old, we are among the oldest gathered churches in the U.S. and founder of the city of Stamford. Our history informs who we are today. We are passionate about helping people to experience the love and peace of God in every aspect of their lives. The generations of our congregation have endured the Revolutionary War, Civil War, World Wars, and those wars of our modern era, and have continued to be strong through the Great Depression and other economic crises. As a congregation, we have inherited a legacy of resiliency, courage, conviction, and grace. It is no accident that this church has inhabited 6 different church buildings over the generations. We are a community capable of change in a changing world. Our faith is grounded in what God has done for the world through Jesus Christ. As part of the United Church of Christ, we value social justice as a primary part of our faith formation. As a Congregational Church, we value the autonomy of each congregation and each believer.
In this era of paradigm shifts and changing cultural mores, when the mainline church is suffering diminution, we seek to be relevant and meaningful for our own generation as we carry the timeless message of the Gospel. We pray to co-create with God the next period of vital ministry and service to the world. We aim to work for justice, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with God (Micah 6:8). Love is our core value.