Accepting Everyone
Whoever you are, wherever you are on life’s journey,
you are welcome here. 
Finding Actionable Hope
Ready your hands, feet, & heart to make a difference in the community & the world.
Learn more about ways to get involved.
Welcoming All
With programs for people of all ages, there is a place for you here.
Come and visit us soon.
WORSHIP WITH US IN PERSON AND ONLINE AT 10:30 A.M. ON SUNDAYS
First United Church of Christ in Northfield, MN, is a thriving community of faith seeking to practice the courageous love and justice of Jesus.
Sunday Worship Livestream
Sunday mornings at 10:30 a.m.
On-Demand
Sermon and Service Archive
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Lilly Endowment Funded Sabbatical – This Summer
Pastor Lauren will be away this summer on sabbatical, following 5 years of ministery at First UCC. More information will be forthcoming and we encourage you to read about our sabbatical coverage minister! Click here to read more.
Adam Cerling: Providing Sabbatical Coverage for Pastor Lauren
We are delighted to announce that Adam Cerling will be joining us as Interim Assistant Minister while Pastor Lauren is away on sabbatical this summer. He will start on May 12th and will dive right into his duties. Click here to read more about Adam!
Earth Day – April 26-27
UPCOMING EVENTS
Enneagram Book Discussion – Feb 27 – April 23
Enneagram Book Discussion - Feb 27 - April 23
There will be an opportunity to follow up the workshop detailed above with small group discussions. Marian McKone will facilitate conversations using the book The Wisdom of the Enneagram by Don Riso and Russ Hudson.
Enneagram Book Discussion – Feb 28 – April 24
Enneagram Book Discussion - Feb 28 - April 24
There will be an opportunity to follow up the workshop detailed above with small group discussions. Marian McKone will facilitate conversations using the book The Wisdom of the Enneagram by Don Riso and Russ Hudson.
PHOTO LIBRARY
Welcome to the photo library. Here you’ll find our an array of content from First UCC from Mindful Moments to Pride celebrations retirements parties.
First UCC Events
Mindful Moments
COMMUNITY RESOURCES
Donations (monetary or physical items) and volunteers are also always needed!
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CAC has branches in Northfield and Faribault. They are always accepting volunteers and donations!
Click here to learn more about the CAC.
LATEST NEWS
MN Conference Seeking Settled Conference Minister – Search Nominations
We are seeking nominations to serve on the Settled Conference Minister Search Committee. Please read Board Moderator Rev. Sara Morse’s abbreviated letter to Conference churches.
Health and Wellness Space at First UCC
We are considering setting aside one of our classrooms to be a space reserved for health and wellness appointments such as Reiki, massage, counseling, spiritual direction, or nutritional counseling. This opportunity will be open to church members who would like to offer occasional services in our space for an extremely reasonable price. If you would be interested in discussing this opportunity, please email Pastor Cindy at seniorminister@firstucc.org.
Out in the Open
Our very own Pastor Cindy Maddox appeared on the Out in the Open podcast which is hosted by Northfield’s very own Mrs. Moxie, talking about faith, religion and spirituality.
