You Are Welcome Here.
No matter who you are, or where you are on life’s journey –
you are welcome here at First Congregational United Church of Christ.
Who we are
Open and Affirming
We welcome persons of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.
Accessible to All
We are committed to be physically and attitudinally welcoming of people with disabilities.
Committed to Social Justice
We are called to acts of witness, compassion, and empowerment to ensure justice for all.
News and Upcoming Events
Lent: At the Table
Our Lenten theme for this year is At the Table. We will celebrate Communion several times during Lent: Ash Wednesday, 2nd Sunday in Lent, Maundy Thursday, Easter Vigil, and Easter Sunday. At the Table, we will be fed and remember Jesus. Throughout Lent, we will not only be At the Table, physically, we will also explore the spiritual and emotional ways we come to the Table, or how we leave the Table. What are we hungry for when we arrive? How are we fed At the Table?
Holy Week at First Cong
The events of Holy Week are the cornerstone of our Christian beliefs. The events are both horrific and promise hope for each of us, and for the world we live in today. Please join us for the services of Holy Week.
Palm Sunday: March 29 | 10:00 a.m. | Sanctuary
Maundy Thursday: April 2 | 7:00 p.m. | Sanctuary
Good Friday: April 3 | 12:00 p.m. | Sanctuary
Easter Vigil: April 4 | 8:00 p.m. | Chapel
Easter: April 5 | 10:00 a.m. | Sanctuary
Our Town
Friday, April 17 | 7:00 p.m. | Sanctuary
Thornton Wilder’s quintessential American play Our Town will be presented by First Cong members on Friday, April 17, the playwright’s birthday. Wilder has strong ties to the community. He was born in Madison in 1897 and was baptized at First Congregational.
Bring with your friends and neighbors. Free admission. You are invited to bring a non-perishable food item and/or socks to be donated to a local charity.
Earth Fair
Sunday, April 19 | 11:00 a.m. | Chapel
The Environmental Justice Group presents Earth Fair 2026. There will be something for everyone: refreshments, advocacy actions you can do, and activities for kids. At a time when the environment seems to be taking a backseat in our world, focusing on some simple, local actions is a great step to take. Come for the fellowship, stick around to learn new tricks!
- WKOW-TV Chief Meteorologist Bob Lindmeier will present on climate change and solutions.
- Eco-friendly Food and Refreshments
- Composting, CSAs, Data Centers ‒ learn from knowledgeable fellow members!
- Kids activities ‒ including building a bee house!