Our next service is

Sunday, October 13, 2024 at 9:30A

Click on the icon below for live webstreaming of our worship service @ 9:30AM and a viewable archive of past services!

THIS WEEK AT PRESTON CITY

CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH

PLEASE BE ADVISED that on Friday October 11 & Saturday, October 12 the steeple shingling project will be completed.  PLEASE USE CAUTION if visiting the church those days.

A SPECIAL MEETING of the members of the Preston City Congregational Church was held in the sanctuary following the service, on Sunday, May 5, 2024 at 11:00A for the following action:

To consider and vote on the recommendation of the Pastoral Search Committee and the Standing Committee, to extend the call to serve as pastor to Thomas Burke Jr.

The motion was approved and Pastor Tom has accepted the Call to serve as our 31st minister. He will begin his ministry with us on June 1st, 2024.

VISION AND MISSION STATEMENTS proposed by the Pastoral Search Committee and recommended by the Standing Committee were adopted at the Church Meeting Sunday September 10, 2023.

Vision Statement

In this sacred place, as Congregationalists we welcome all on their spiritual journey to grow their faith in God, discover their purpose, and make a difference through service and fellowship.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Preston City Congregational Church is to welcome all who are seeking a Christ-centered church home. This happens through inspiring worship services, thought-provoking Bible study, continual fellowship, close ties with the local community, and foundational Sunday School programs. Our daily goal is to share a church life that encompasses the Preston City Congregational Church motto of “Where Friends Become Family.”

ANNUAL MEETING UPDATE

At our Annual Meeting on February 11, 2024, church members voted that Rev. Dr. Mark Porizky and Rev. Stanley White, Minister Emeritus, serve as Interim Co-Ministers "for another year or until such time that we secure a settled minister."

Members voted on bylaw changes:

1. Update to the Events Coordinating Committee;

2. Align Bylaws with the Employee Handbook concerning  Church closing due to safety concerns and severe weather.

The 2024 budget passed and nominees were elected to various boards and committees.

A Membership Study Committee was established with emphasis being on whether to establish membership for online church viewers.

PROCEDURE FOR FLOWERS IN CHURCH

To place flowers in church on Sunday morning, please call the office to see if your date is available. Your information will be taken to be included in the worship folder and a Flower Committee representative will be contacted to ensure your flowers are on the altar for Sunday morning. Floral arrangements are $50, and payment (cash or check payable to PCCC) is due in the office as soon as possible after you make your request.

You may also supply your own arrangement. We have vases which may be borrowed for you to fill!

Please remember that flowers are always welcome!

NEED TO REACH US?

OFFICE: 860.887.4647 or 860.886.7200

Open 9 A.M. — Noon Monday - Friday;

Leave a message at anytime

PASTOR'S ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

SANDY DUDEK

Home: 860-376-4388

Cell: 860-608-9266

Email: pccc@snet.net

SENIOR DEACON

KIM LANG

Cell: 860-908-7599

Email: krmlang@sbcglobal.net

LISA VAN ALST

Cell: 860-710-1262

Email: dre.prestoncity@gmail.com

Do you need any help?

In trying times like these, often the best is brought out in people and so it is at Preston City Congregational Church. Some of our congregation have been in touch, offering to pick up groceries and deliver them, or perhaps, make a meal if needed for our shut-ins and/or elderly.

You may call Sandy at the church office from 9 AM - noon, Monday-Friday if you could use this help and we'll do our best to accommodate you. 

You're in the thoughts and prayers of your church at this time. 

We must remember "He's Got The Whole World In His Hands."  

Gathered 1698

Welcome to the Preston City Congregational Church's home on the web.  We're so glad you stopped by to visit us.

The present House of worship is the fourth building in the church's

325-year history, being built in 1886.  The church, formerly named The First Congregational Church is the town's first church.

If you are seeking a church home, we invite you to consider uniting with us in worship.  A pamphlet explaining the various programs and activities of the church may be found in the Information Center (mid-level) or by calling the church office.

WHO ARE WE? We are Congregationalists.  The Congregational Church began with the landing of the Pilgrims in 1620.   We are often referred to as "The Church of the Pilgrims."  WHAT DO WE BELIEVE?  We believe that Jesus Christ is the Head of this church, and that each individual is free to follow Him according to his/her conscience.  Each church is self-governing in all matters; there is no hierarchy.  Each church, while autonomous, may choose to be part of a fellowship of churches.  We belong to the Fellowship of Northeast Congregational Christian Churches and The National Association of Congregational Christian Churches (NACCC.org).  Please visit these websites to learn more.