Josh FerryJan 4, 20212 minStories of the Cross - January 2021A source of gratitude Several weeks ago, a nurse was reviewing their morning lists for things that I keep track of. Different tasks to...
Josh FerryOct 1, 20202 minStories of the Cross - October 2020...God places people in our path that are meant to be there, both for our comfort and for us to comfort others.
Josh FerrySep 3, 20202 minStories of the Cross - September 2020We only know how each of us is drawn to the wood – the smoothness, ridges, and the way it feels in our hands.
First ChurchAug 13, 20202 minStories of the Cross - August 2020You never know when someone will cross your path and make a difference.
First ChurchJul 7, 20201 minStories of the Cross - July 2020A source of beauty A member of First Church went to see an ailing aunt and uncle at their home. It was important to see them, as her...
First ChurchMay 12, 20202 minStories of the Cross - May 2020A Source of Strength For some of us, there are times when things are just harder. At least that’s what it can feel like. When everything...
First ChurchApr 13, 20201 minStories of the Cross - April 2020A source of hope Cancer. No other word can emotionally or physically paralyze a person stronger than that hearing that one statement. ...
First ChurchMar 17, 20202 minStories of the Cross - March 2020A source of youthful connection The impact from our church’s comfort cross mission has been amazing. First Church has strived to make...
First ChurchFeb 10, 20202 minStories of the Cross - February 2020A source of worldwide connection The comfort cross-ministry of First Church Congregational has grown in ways only dreamed of in prayers....
First ChurchJan 8, 20202 minStories of the Cross - January 2020A friend of the church came for the funeral service of a dear friend. It was a major loss for her as well as her children. They were such...
First ChurchDec 18, 20192 minStories of the Cross - December 2019Being a parent is a hard job. This statement is as undeniable as saying “water is wet.” With the constant squabbling, chores, errands,...
First ChurchNov 15, 20192 minStories of the Cross - November 2019A source of security We all have that small thing in life that makes us just a bit more comfortable; that little item that gives us a...
First ChurchOct 2, 20192 minStories of the Cross - October 2019A source of connection There was a big meeting at a large corporation, kicking off an enormous project. Numerous people were packed into...
First ChurchSep 11, 20191 minStories of the Cross - September 2019A source of bonding A person who was very dear member of First Church had just passed away. It was a difficult time for everyone,...
First ChurchAug 12, 20192 minStories of the Cross - August 2019A Source of Connection A member of our church had just finished up a sales call in rural New Hampshire, and, as he was walking out of the...
First ChurchJul 14, 20192 minStories of the Cross - July 2019A source of healing We often pray for the obvious: people who are in pain, sadness, need, yearning, and strife. We use our faith in...
First ChurchJun 18, 20191 minStories of the Cross - June 2019A Source Of Giving One parishioner of First Church Congregational has given away a lot of crosses. A whole lot of crosses! He gives them...
First ChurchMay 7, 20192 minStories of the Cross - May 2019These stories of the cross are documented from true experiences related to a mission of First Church Congregational. We invite you to...