Longmeadow Congregational
Church
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A Brief History
We are a full member of the United Church of Christ, which was formed in 1957 by the union of the Congregational Christian Churches and the Evangelical and Reformed Church, USA.
We are an autonomous Church, with full control over our statement of Faith, our organization, our finances, and membership requirements. We call our own Pastor, decide on our outreach beyond the local Church, and recognize no Church authority beyond our own parish.
At the same time, we enter into a voluntary covenantal relationship with the Rockingham Association, UCC, the New Hampshire Conference, UCC, and with the national United Church of Christ. We pledge annual financial support to these bodies. We also voluntarily support other ecumenical and interfaith groups locally, such as clergy groups, local mission work, special needs of people locally, and similar activities.
We profess our faith in God; Creator, Christ and Holy Spirit. Our Church recognizes Jesus Christ as our Head, and the Holy Spirit as our continuing guide and power in daily living.
We are a warm church where visitors soon become friends, and where caring for each other is a way of life.
A great spaghetti supper was provided by Carol Whittemore and enjoyed by all who attended the Church Supper Social. The event was sponsored by the Building Committee.
