On Friday, February 14th, First Congregational will be hosting a Blood Drive provided by Cape Cod Healthcare.

All donations will remain “on-Cape” to meet the needs of our communities and neighbors.

As Valentine’s Day approaches, come celebrate the love in your life!

Pastor Jon will offer a heart-felt reflection about the many loves we share: love of partners, love of friends and family, love of community, and so many more.

Afterwards, please join us for refreshments and mingling with friends. Prosecco and sparkling cider, along with a variety of sweet and savory treats will be provided.

This event is free and open to all!

Please join us for our free Community Lunch!

Monday, Feb 3rd - Noon to 1:00pm
(or until soup runs out)
in Fellowship Hall
200 Main Street, Wellfleet

Soup, bread, salad, and dessert

Everyone is welcome!

Lunches will be held the 1st Monday of the month, October-May

In honor of Martin Luther King Day, First Congregational is pleased to host Artpeacemakers (the group that organizes the annual MLK events here in Wellfleet). On Saturday January 11th, APM will be holding a community non-violence training workshop, led by Catharine Hoffman.

Non-violence was a core tenet of Dr. King’s message, which draws upon our biblical traditions of peace making, loving kindness, and “turning the other cheek.” This event is free and open to the public, but does require pre-registration.

Please join us for our free Community Lunch!

Monday, Dec 2nd - Noon to 1:00pm
(or until soup runs out)
in Fellowship Hall
200 Main Street, Wellfleet

Soup, bread, salad, and dessert

Everyone is welcome!

Lunches will be held the 1st Monday of the month, October-May

Celebrate the “Reason for the Season” with us at First Congregational!

Our family-friendly service will contain familiar Christmas hymns and carols, the reading of the Christmas story, and a special Christmas message from Pastor Jon. Light a candle with us as we celebrate the birth of Jesus!

Are the holidays a difficult time? Do you find yourself missing someone? Grieving a loss? Not where you would hope to be? If the jolly tunes of the season don’t land easily on your ear, we invite you to join us for our Longest Night (Blue Christmas) service. On the night of the Winter solstice -the longest night of the year- we gather for a time of prayer and reflection, as we move from darkness into light. 

Get in the spirit of the season with our inaugural Christmas Carol Festival.

Come and join in the singing as we present classic and modern Christmas favorites, tell tales “of Christmases long, long ago”, and celebrate as a community. Fun for all ages!

In the midst of all the chaos that seems part and parcel of our holiday season, we invite you to take a moment to be still, to rest in the promise of this sacred time. Our Contemplative Advent worship is a service of piano music, candle light, prayer, and reflection. May this be for all a time of peace and centering, as we anticipate the joy of Christmas.

Unsure of what to get that special someone? Especially someone who seems to have everything?

You are cordially invited to the annual Christmas Fair at the First Congregational Church of Wellfleet on Saturday, December 7th.

Browse the treasures made and selected by local craftmakers. Stroll through our non-profit bazaar, and make a donation in the name of someone you love. Take home some cookies and other holiday treats from our talented bakers. 

At 11 am, author Rick Cochran will read excerpts from his Wellfleet themed books, including his classic “The Christmas Raffle.” Hear stories from the good old days in Wellfleet.

Be sure to stop by our cafe for soup and sandwiches during your visit!

On Thursday, December 5th, First Congregational will be hosting a Blood Drive provided by Cape Cod Healthcare.

All donations will remain “on-Cape” to meet the needs of our communities and neighbors.

Please join us for our free Community Lunch!

Monday, Dec 2nd - Noon to 1:00pm
(or until soup runs out)
in Fellowship Hall
200 Main Street, Wellfleet

Soup, bread, salad, and dessert

Everyone is welcome!

Lunches will be held the 1st Monday of the month, October-May

On Sunday November 24, First Congregational will host the annual Nauset Interfaith Association’s Interfaith Thanksgiving Service. Join us as we gather with friends and neighbors to celebrate the many blessings in our lives.

The service will begin at 2pm.

Get ready for the holidays with First Congregational!

Join us on Saturday, November 23rd beginning at 10am for 2 holiday offerings. Come and purchase delicious pies and other scrumptious baked goods at our annual holiday bake sale.

While you are there, we also invite you to prepare for the season of Advent by making your very own Advent Candle Wreath. Design your own wreath by filling the wreath forms with fresh evergreens and various decorative elements.

Wreaths and candles are provided free of charge; pre-registration is encouraged.

Please join us for our free Community Lunch!

Monday, Nov 4th - Noon to 1:00pm
(or until soup runs out)
in Fellowship Hall
200 Main Street, Wellfleet

Soup, bread, salad, and dessert

Everyone is welcome!

Lunches will be held the 1st Monday of the month, October-May

Sunday October 27th @ 4pm, Mass Audubon Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary

"Wild Geese"

In Celtic Christianity, wild geese were seen as an expression of the Holy Spirit. Join us at the Mass Audubon Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary as we will observe geese migrating south for the winter. Pastor Jon will provide a reflection based on the work of George MacDonald and Mary Oliver.

“Christ wears “two shoes” in the world: scripture and nature. Both are necessary to understand the Lord, and at no stage can creation be seen as a separation of things from God.” -John Scotus Eriugena

Do you feel a sense of wonder inspired by the natural beauty that surrounds us? Would you like to explore your faith and spirituality, while learning more about this amazing landscape we call home? FOOTPRINTS is an opportunity for people of all ages to learn more about the world around us, to ask questions, and to enjoy a time of reflection and contemplation.

These walks are a partnership between the First Congregational Church of Wellfleet, and a group of local naturalists. Together we will investigate what the worlds of faith and science can teach us about the world around us. While Pastor Jon will often be reflecting on elements of the Christian tradition, FOOTPRINTS is open to people of all faiths (and no faith), who are interested in exploring their unique spiritualities. 

Each of our walks will be about an hour long; you may wish to bring a water bottle, and decent walking shoes. The walks will be generally easy, and suitable for all ages.

Join us on Sunday October 27th as we offer our thanks to the members of our community who give so much of themselves to keep us all safe.

During the service we will offer a blessing for firefighters, EMTs, police officers, beach guards, harbor workers and town DMV workers.

Following our service, all are invited to attend a time of fellowship and refreshment to offer our thanks and support.

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Sunday September 8th @ 4pm, Duck Harbor

"Look to the Rock"

Join Pastor Jon and Dr. Bob Stewart as they consider the geology (and theology) of Duck Harbor. Dr. Stewart will speak about the hidden stories of the stones we walk across, and Pastor Jon will consider Isaiah’s instruction to: Look to the rock from which you were hewn, and to the quarry from which you were dug. We will meet at the Duck Harbor parking area and will be making the easy walk over the dune to the beach.

“Christ wears “two shoes” in the world: scripture and nature. Both are necessary to understand the Lord, and at no stage can creation be seen as a separation of things from God.” -John Scotus Eriugena

Do you feel a sense of wonder inspired by the natural beauty that surrounds us? Would you like to explore your faith and spirituality, while learning more about this amazing landscape we call home? FOOTPRINTS is an opportunity for people of all ages to learn more about the world around us, to ask questions, and to enjoy a time of reflection and contemplation.

These walks are a partnership between the First Congregational Church of Wellfleet, and a group of local naturalists. Together we will investigate what the worlds of faith and science can teach us about the world around us. While Pastor Jon will often be reflecting on elements of the Christian tradition, FOOTPRINTS is open to people of all faiths (and no faith), who are interested in exploring their unique spiritualities. 

Each of our walks will be about an hour long; you may wish to bring a water bottle, and decent walking shoes. The walks will be generally easy, and suitable for all ages.

Visitors and locals alike join us for a fun time and delicious local scallops!

Live music by Denya, Julie & Mark

Join us on Sunday, August 25th 5 pm - 7 pm

Take-out available
GF option by request

BYO Beer & Wine

If you have any questions, please contact wellfleetchurch@gmail.com

Pre-order ends at noon Aug 25th

You can purchase your meal at the event

The Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival returns to First Congregational!

CCCM is celebrating its 45th year with 3 evenings of music in our historic and acoustically perfect sanctuary. For more information and to purchase tickets visit capecodchambermusic.org. All events begin at 5:30.

August 16th, the Escher String Quartet will be joined by Jon Manasse and Jon Nakamatsu to perform works by Fauré and Brahms.

The Friends of the Wellfleet Library Distinguished Speaker series returns on Thursday, August 15th

This year's speakers will be author Michael Cunningham and poet Cynthia Zarin.

The event will begin at 7:30 pm, and tickets will go on sale July 1st. For ticket sales and more information, please visit: https://www.wellfleetlibrary.org/friends

The Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival returns to First Congregational!

CCCM is celebrating its 45th year with 3 evenings of music in our historic and acoustically perfect sanctuary. For more information and to purchase tickets visit capecodchambermusic.org. All events begin at 5:30.

August 9th, Tangent Winds and Jon Nakamatsu will be performing Beethoven's Quintet in E-flat Major for Piano and Winds, Opus 16 as well as works by Barber and Thuille.

The Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival returns to First Congregational!

CCCM is celebrating its 45th year with 3 evenings of music in our historic and acoustically perfect sanctuary. For more information and to purchase tickets visit capecodchambermusic.org. All events begin at 5:30.

August 2nd, the Borromeo String Quartet will be performing Beethoven's Quartet No. 16 in F Major, Opus 135 and Schubert's Quartet No. 14 in D Minor, D. 810 (“Death and the Maiden”).

Visitors and locals alike join us for a fun time and delicious local scallops!

Live music by Denya, Julie & Mark

Join us on Sunday, July 28th 5 pm - 7 pm

MENU
adults $25 | kids $10
-adult scallop salad roll with pasta salad
-kids scallop salad roll with pasta salad or chips
-sandwich kebab (turkey, ham or vegetarian) with pasta salad or chips
GF option by request

BYO Beer & Wine

If you have any questions, please contact wellfleetchurch@gmail.com

Join members and friends of First Congregational for a timeless Cape summer tradition: a bonfire at Newcomb Hollow beach! Pastor Jon and Jen will get the fire started around 6:45, and the church will provide s'mores.

Guests are invited to bring a blanket or chair, and a piece of wood to add to the fire. All are welcome!

Kick off the summer season with food, fellowship and fun!

We welcome friends of our congregation to a special worship service followed by a congregational picnic.

Are all the mosquitoes this year "bugging" you? Want to take part in a fun activity with your kids or grandkids AND help protect native species?

Join us on Saturday, June 15th at 10 am and make and decorate your very own bat box to take home! 

Youth participants will need to be able to use a hammer and a screwdriver (with adult supervision).

If you have any questions, please contact wellfleetchurch@gmail.com

Registration is closed.

Have you wanted to play Dungeons and Dragons? Trouble finding a group to play with?

Both brand new and experienced players are invited to an evening of fun and adventure on Friday, May 17th, from 6-8pm held at the First Congregational Church.

New players will be provided with a pre-made character so they can jump right into the fun. Experienced players are welcome to use one of the pre-made characters, or bring a basic 1st level character of their own.

Dice, character sheets, and snacks will be provided.

Suitable for approximately ages 10 and up.

If you have any questions, please contact wellfleetchurch@gmail.com

Please fill out and submit the form below to RSVP