First Congregational Church of Rockford, United Church of Christ
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  • Home
  • Worship
  • Calendar
  • Giving
  • Ministry
  • Music
  • Christian Education
  • Children & Youth
  • How Can I Help?
  • Staff
  • Boards
  • Community Building

MINISTRY

Prayer Shawl Ministry

Prayer Shawl Ministry

Prayer Shawl Ministry

This ministry seeks to extend "warmth" and prayers to those needing it by knitting prayer shawls and lap blankets. The prayer shawl ministry is designed to help those as they undergo medical procedures, as a comfort after a loss, during bereavement, prayer, medication, birthing, nursing a baby, and many other uses. Care, love, and blessings are knit into every shawl to provide comfort or solace to the receiver. What a great way to share in Christ’s love together! Join the prayer shawl ministry program! No experience necessary as someone will teach you to knit or crochet. Also, feel free to donate 3-5 skeins of Lion Brand yarn. 

Quilting Group

Prayer Shawl Ministry

Prayer Shawl Ministry

Our quilters meet weekly Thursday mornings to craft quilts which are frequently given to those in particular need. Join us for a quilting instruction class on April 30, 2025 at 7:00. Some sewing experience required. 

Food Ministry

Prayer Shawl Ministry

Food Pantry/Other Drives

There are many opportunities to take a meal to those recovering from illness or surgery, offer a potluck dish at church, provide for or volunteer at funeral lunches, and assist at other special event meals at the church.  

Food Pantry/Other Drives

Adult and Youth Mission Trips

Food Pantry/Other Drives

We minister to those who are food insecure. We offer a food pantry in our building which is open the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month from 4-6 PM.

Adult and Youth Mission Trips

Adult and Youth Mission Trips

Adult and Youth Mission Trips

Our adults and youth are always on alert for local, out-of-state, and international mission opportunities.  The youth  participated in a mission trip to Guatemala in summer 2023.

Other Ministries

Adult and Youth Mission Trips

Adult and Youth Mission Trips

 Outreach is an important part of our church mission.  Our Missions Board  continually seeks ways to reach out to those in our congregation, to those with local needs, and to those outside our immediate reach. 

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