First Congregational Church
Maywood

At First Congregational we celebrate God's Word and Sacraments as outward signs of his gift of Grace.  Each Sunday we gather at 11:00 a.m. in the sanctuary to worship together as family.  On the first Sunday of each month, as well as on Ash Wednesday and Maundy (Holy) Thursday, we celebrate the Lord's supper to which all are welcome regardless of denominational affiliation.

Liturgical Calendar:

February 6, 2005              Fifth Sunday of the Year (Eucharist)

February 9, 2005              Ash Wednesday Eucharist (Eucharist)

February 13, 2005            First Sunday of Lent

February 20, 2005            Second Sunday in Lent

February 27, 2005            Third Sunday in Lent

March 6, 2005                  Fourth Sunday in Lent (Laetare Sunday -Eucharist) 

March 13, 2005                Fifth Sunday in Lent

March 20, 2005                Palm (Passion) Sunday

March 24, 2005                Maundy (Holy) Thursday - Eucharist

March 25, 2005                Good Friday

March 27, 2005                Easter Sunday - Eucharist

Sacraments and Other Rites:

We will be pleased to celebrate the sacrament of Baptism with you during a regular Sunday service.  Please contact the Pastor to make arrangements.

Weddings are a joyful time for families and we are more than happy to make your wedding a special event.  Church membership is not a requirement . Please contact the Pastor to make arrangements.

Confirmation is celebrated with all young adults as they progress through our religious education program.  Upon the consensus of the student, parent, teacher and pastor a special covenanting ceremony will be celebrated on the Feast of Pentecost.

Anointing of the Sick, as it is bespoken in the Epistle of St James is celebrated with those members of the community who suffer from illness and old age.  A special healing ceremony will be held quarterly or as needs develop.

Funerals and Memorial Services are a celebration of both the life of the member of the Christian Community and our anticipation of the resurrection of the dead. As such, we encourage all Christians to come to our community in the grief for consolation, support and prayer.

Reception of New Members is celebrated as needed throughout the year.  Covenanting with the community of faith at First Congregational is considered a joyful experience of our oneness in the Lord.  Please contact the Pastor to make arrangements.

Fellowship:

Each Sunday, after the morning service, we celebrate our fellowship in the Lord by sharing time and refreshments in the Mayflower Room.  All are welcome to participate and get to know us.