Welcome to the First Congregational Church in Bristol
The First Congregational Church in Bristol is a vital, progressive Christian community of faith with long roots in our community.
We promise you our friendship and prayers as we share the hopes and labors of the Church of Jesus the Christ. We pray that God grant that — loving and being loved, serving and being served, forgiving and being forgiven, offering grace and receiving grace — we may dwell together in love, unity and hope.
We invite you to watch this video of the Rev. Nancy Soukup and FCC congregation sharing some of their 2024 “Wonder Experiences”. Just tap on the image below to see the video in a new window. Close the new video window to return here.
We are Bristol’s first and founding church. We have been here since 1680, formed by the same leaders who founded the town of Bristol a few months after the church was gathered. In 1785, more than a century after our founding, our congregation and our sixth Minister, the Reverend Mr. Henry Wight, began the Bristol 4th of July Parade and Patriotic Exercises. So we are the Founders of America’s Oldest Fourth of July Celebration.
Today, our congregation is known for its broad support for our community and our willingness to speak out regarding social justice issues. Sunday services are relevant and thought-provoking.
No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here!
Upcoming Events
Gazillions of Christmas Cookies for Your Delight
Your choice of delicious cookies will be waiting for you at the church at 300 High Street in Bristol on December 20th. Come early for the best selection. A mini-bazaar of hand-crafted hats and mittens, shawls, scarves, plus Christmas arrangements for your table will also be available for last-minute shopping….
Come join us at the Stone Church Coffee House
Sign up as soon as possible. We sell out every month!
Good Night Lights
Join the “Good Night Lights” to shine a light of hope to children in hospital. Every Monday night First Congregational Church “Good Night Lighters” travel to the Squantum Association in East Providence to send a good night signal to children at Hasbro Children’s Hospital. Anyone is welcome to join the…
News
First Sunday in Advent
On November 30th we celebrated the First Sunday in Advent. The first Advent candle — the candle of Hope — was lighted. The worship service was led by the Deacons, as our minister, the Rev. Dr. Nancy H. Soukup, was…
FCC Bristol’s Fire Restoration Fund — Asking for your support
Help us put your entire donation to work by mailing a check to the FCC office at: First Congregational ChurchThe Fire Restoration Fund281 High Street, Bristol, Rhode Island 02809 If you choose to make an on-line donation to the Fire…
Church Gives Away 300 Pints of Donated Blount Soup!
On Thursday, November 13, the Deacons of the First Congregational Church worked with the Blount Soup Company to give away 300 pints of delicious soup to anyone who showed up, as well as to organizations around Bristol who serve low…
There was a reason for our Special Service of Thanksgiving
The Special Service of Thanksgiving for our church that took place this past Sunday, November 2, was not because it was November and the 3rd Thursday is coming up. Our congregation held this special worship service in the courtyard because…
Worship Service Videos
Worship Service for Sunday Nov 30, 2025
Worship service by: FCC Deacons; Scripture: “Isaiah 2:1-5” ; Scripture: “Matthew 24:36-44” ; Message: “Reflections” Click here to view the Bulletin in a new window; https://vimeo.com/1142268112 For Closed Captions, click the icon and select EnglishFor Full Screen video, click the…
Worship Service for Sunday Nov 23, 2025
Worship service by: Rev Dr. Nancy Hamlin Soukup; Scripture: “Joel 2:21-27” ; Scripture: “Matthew 6:25-33” ; Message: “When All Else Fails, Give Thanks!” Click here to view the Bulletin in a new window; https://vimeo.com/1140601909 For Closed Captions, click the icon…
Worship Service for Sunday Nov 16, 2025
Worship service by: Rev Dr. Nancy Hamlin Soukup; Scripture: “I Corinthians 11:23-34” ; Message: “At the Family Table” Click here to view the Bulletin in a new window; https://vimeo.com/1131509458 For Closed Captions, click the icon and select EnglishFor Full Screen…
Worship Service for Sunday Nov 9, 2025
Due to a fire in the church kitchen on 10/31, worship was again held outdoors in the courtyard. We expect to move the service indoors to the Dimond Room next Sunday; A Service of Prayer and Thanksgiving for Our Church;…