Lectionary Text for March 2026 | First Congregational United Church of Christ, Eugene OR

March 1
Bold Blessing
John 3:1-17

March 8
Thirsty Voice
John 4:5-42

March 15
Restored
John 9:1-41

March 22
Breath of Hope
John 11:1-45

March 29
Palm Sunday
Matthew 26:14-27:66

What's Happening?

Associate Pastor Recommendation & Vote Scheduled for September 20
Exciting Leadership News: Dear FCC Members, Friends, and Staff, We are delighted to announce that the Spirit has led us to a wonderful candidate for our settled Associate Pastor! Following a thorough, prayerful, and open search...
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Welcome Andrea Rhoades – FCC’s new Financial and Business Administrator!
We are thrilled to share that Andrea Rhoades has accepted the offer to become FCC’s new Financial and Business Administrator! Andrea brings over 16 years of executive leadership experience, alongside extensive non-profit board and budget oversight...
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Sybil Donley Expands Role to Children & Middle School Ministry Coordinator!
We are delighted to announce that Sybil Donley has stepped into an expanded role as our Children & Middle School Ministry Coordinator, effective August 1! This newly expanded position builds on Sybil’s wonderful work with our...
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Learning About the Del Norte Community
Our 2026 Sierra Service Project (SSP) team spent the first week of August in Del Norte County, California —ancestral land of the Tolowa Dee -ni’ people. They helped build safer structures, tended gardens that nourish communities,...
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Personal Green Choices: Fix-It Fair – Sept. 20
Have you heard about the Fix-It Fairs? An FCC Green Team member wants you to know there’s one coming up on September 20 and that you might like advance notice so you can think about what...
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From Summer Rest to Fall Renewal
As August begins, I hope you are finding at least a little time to slow down, breathe deeply, and enjoy the gifts of summer. Whether that means gathering with family and friends, exploring new places, tending...
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Prayground Space Open in the Sanctuary
Our Prayground made its debut during worship on July 19, and many families have already enjoyed the worship tools available for children in the Sanctuary. We will continue to observe how children are using the space...
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Living with Memory Loss class
If you are experiencing a cognitive change in yourself or a loved one and want to understand more, sign up for what several members of our congregation have experienced as one of the best resources out...
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Altar Flowers – A Beautiful Opportunity
Providing flowers for the Sunday altar is a wonderful way to honor a person or an occasion in your life. There is an Altar Flower Calendar in SignUp Genius via the button below. Dates are open...
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Congregational Preschool Summer Camp 2026
The preschool typically hosts three to six weeks of summer camp. We listened to the community, and we are doing nine weeks this year! We’ve been having lots of fun with water play, chalk, basketball (we...
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Welcome, Friend
We need Greeters in August and September 2026. Help us be a welcoming community on Sunday mornings…only 20 minutes and a smile are needed! Sign up on SignUp Genius below or let Betsy Hoell know you...
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Interfaith Food Hub donation
Food insecurity remains a huge concern in our community. This past month the FCC Social Justice and Witness Committee approved our second donation to the Interfaith Food Hub, for a total of $2,400 this year. The...
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