In keeping with Easter tradition, I again offer here the wonderful prayer of Sir Francis Drake. Sir Francis Drake was an English explorer in the 1500s (Elizabethan… Read more “Disturb Us, Lord”
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The Value of Suffering
This week is Holy Week. It is the week when we walk with Jesus during the worst week of his life; the week that ultimately led to… Read more “The Value of Suffering”
Maundy Thursday Service Thursday, April 18, 7 pm at First Congregational Church of Melrose
Please join us for a musical meditation on the Seven Last Words of Christ on Maundy Thursday evening, April 18 at 7 pm to be held at… Read more “Maundy Thursday Service Thursday, April 18, 7 pm at First Congregational Church of Melrose”
Drama Queens
It wouldn’t be wrong to accuse Christians of being “drama queens.” After all, we are always reenacting things! At Christmas there are Nativity Scenes in various places—homes,… Read more “Drama Queens”
Happy Are Those Who Worship
If you join us for worship regularly, you are happier than most people. Seriously, you are! At least that is the conclusion of a recent Pew Research… Read more “Happy Are Those Who Worship”
A Place for Everyone
I have recently been reminded that one of the things that allows people to feel at home at First Congregational Church is my insistence that we don’t… Read more “A Place for Everyone”
Pastoral Letter on Unity
Our General Minister and President of the United Church of Christ, Rev. John Dorhauer, has shared the following Pastoral Letter with our churches. His important words speak… Read more “Pastoral Letter on Unity”
