We are thrilled to be creating a new and exciting
multi-media website to share the many outreach
programs and service opportunities we offer as
a diverse community of faith, seeking to do
God's work in our inner city. Please visit us
again in a few short weeks to learn all about
United Congregational Church of Bridgeport.

About Us

The United Congregational Church is a welcoming community, bringing together city and suburb to worship God, develop our faith, and serve our neighbors near and far through social outreach. We are a congregation of the United Church of Christ - a progressive and inclusive denomination, where God is Still Speaking, and where we seek to listen, dream and respond.

United Congregational Church has a rich history of community outreach and service involvement in downtown Bridgeport. We are diverse and welcome all people to our community. Come join us for worship. Learn more about our exceptional music and education programs for adults, youth and children, including the Norma Pfriem Children's Choir. Participate in our many Norma Pfriem Urban Outreach Initiatives including new programs Project Learn, Children Center for the Arts, and ongoing weekly Feel the Warmth Thursday community suppers.

Worship

United Congregational Church worships together (adults and children) on Sunday mornings. For the summer, from June 30 until September 5, we will have one worship service in the lovely and air-conditioned Howland Chapel at 9:30 am. This service is followed by Hospitality Hour in Pilgrim Hall at 10:45 am.

Starting on Sunday, September 19 the church resumes the following weekly schedule, including :

8:30 am Prayer Communion Service in Howland Chapel
10:00 am Service of Worship in the Sanctuary
10:15 am Sunday School Classes K-12
11:15 am Hospitality Hour in Pilgrim Hall

Worship services at United include great music by our choir soloists, Chancel and Norma Pfriem Children’s Choir, and a lively and thought-provoking sermon by our Senior Minister, Rev. Sara D. Smith.

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Special Announcements

· Regular Worship Services Commence
Sunday, September 19, see above schedule. Christian Education Kick Off Breakfast at 8:45 for parents, students and PF groups

· Confirmation Class to Begin
All 8th and 9th graders are encouraged to take part in this important step in their faith journeys. Parents & Confirmands mandatory information meeting Sunday, September 26, 11:30 am. Classes begin, Monday, September 27 4:30-6:30 pm each week for 2 hours, lead by Rev. Sara and assisted by Carrie Watson and Kim Smith.

· Project Learn Volunteers Needed, Monday-Friday 3:00-5:30 pm Starting 9/13
Project learn provides all-volunteer academic/tutoring assistance PLUS music and the arts programs targeting at-risk/latch key children, ages 5-12. Make a difference in a child’s life – Help them Learn. Call Victoria Eastus to learn more.

Save the Dates

· Blessing of the Animals Service of Worship
Sunday, September 12, 9:30 AM at Seaside Park. BYO Picnic to follow. Call the church to park and ride. Bring your picnic food, lawn chairs, blankets, favorite pet.

· Annual Fall Rummage Sale
Saturday, October 3, 9:00 am to 2:00 pm and Sunday, October 4, 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. Clothing, linens, children’s clothes, boutique, books, ladies formal wear, jewelry, kitchenware, Christmas boutique and much, much more. Light refreshments available both days.

· Parsonage Open House
Sunday, October 10, 3:00 – 6:00 pm. Come and see our newly renovated pastor’s house. 192 Edgewood Road, Fairfield. Off Brooklawn Avenue and Stratfield Road. Come-and-Go Reception for the church.

· The United Chorale – How Can I Keep From Singing/Join The Choirs
Sunday, November 23, 4:00 pm. Do you like to sing or participate in making music? Join the Chancel Choir each Wednesday starting September 8 at 7:30pm. The United Chorale rehearsal continues at 8:30pm. The choir and chorale are open to high-school age singers and up. You are sure to enjoy the diversity of musical celebration for worship and special events.