• Great Elgin Pipe Organ Tour 2025-2026

    First Congregational United Church of Christ – Elgin 256 E Chicago St, Elgin, IL, United States

    Travel along with FCC music director and organist, Dr. Jeff Neufeld, as he and guests perform on the many pipe organs of Elgin’s churches, from the massive four-manual Austin/Rodgers organ at First United Methodist, to the small but mighty one-manual Casavant at Christ the Lord Lutheran. Beginning in September 2025 and continuing through next May, […]

  • Finance Meeting

    Conference Room at First Congregational Church of Elgin

  • 2025 Crop Hunger Walk

    Location: Meet at Elgin City Hall, 150 Dexter Ct. Twenty-five percent of funds raise benefit Elgin Cooperative Ministries, including the All People’s Interfaith Food Pantry and Soup Kettle. First 144 walkers to raise $50 receive a beautiful CROP t-shirt. Link to sign up or donate: https://events.crophungerwalk.org/crophungerwalks/event/elginil Join the Movement to raise funds to fight hunger […]

  • Homecoming: Beloved Chamber Music Experiences

    Welcome the new musical season with timeless pieces that feel like old friends—an invitation to reconnect with the music that feels most like home. This concert features CMOTF favorites Isabella Lippi, Scott Metlicka, Bruno Vaz da Silva, and Sara Sitzer in an intimate quartet; audiences will hear Mozart’s exquisite Flute Quartet in D Major and Beethoven’s lovely String Trio No. […]

  • The Phantom of the Opera—Accompanied by world famous pipe organist Ben Model

    First Congregational United Church of Christ – Elgin 256 E Chicago St, Elgin, IL, United States

    Kick off Nightmare on Chicago Street weekend with frightfully live silent movie scores! Enjoy The Phantom of the Opera, accompanied by world famous pipe organist, Ben Model. With a special feature animated short 'Koko's Haunted House'. This event is exclusively presented by First Congregational United Church of Christ Music Ministry.

  • Thanksgiving Craft with Marilyn

    Join us for a cozy morning of Thanksgiving crafting with Marilyn at First Congregational Church in Elgin! Celebrate the season of gratitude by creating festive fall décor, sharing creativity, and connecting with friends old and new. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or just looking for a fun, relaxing way to get into the holiday spirit, […]

  • Town Hall on Immigration

    Rev. Dr. Jesse Tanner, Speaker Location: Fellowship Hall, during Coffee Hour Reliable, up to date information about the immigration situation in Elgin. The situation changes from day to day. Learn what other groups are working collaboratively in Elgin in various ways to assist and help keep our neighbors safe. Find out how this situation developed- […]

  • Dreaming God’s Dream—Stewardship Luncheon & Desserts

    Location: Fellowship Hall The First Congregational Church of Elgin’s Annual Stewardship Campaign is a fundraising effort to support the church's operations and ministries. The 2025 campaign, themed "Dreaming God’s Dream," is focused on encouraging members to increase or start giving to the church to fund its budget, which in turn supports staff, facilities and various […]

  • Clothing Closet

    First Congregational United Church of Christ – Elgin 256 E Chicago St, Elgin, IL, United States

    Clothes & Shoes for children & adults available!  

  • Great Elgin Pipe Organ Tour—Journey of Hope

    Journey of Hope United Methodist Church 37W040 Highland Ave, Elgin, United States

    Journey of Hope United Methodist Church Travel along with FCC music director and organist, Dr. Jeff Neufeld, as he and guests perform on the many pipe organs of Elgin’s churches, from the massive four-manual Austin/Rodgers organ at First United Methodist, to the small but mighty one-manual Casavant at Christ the Lord Lutheran. Beginning in September […]