Services & Events

Worship Service takes place Sundays at 9:30 a.m. in the Sanctuary. Services are lived streamed on YouTube and the church Facebook page.

Worship begins with quiet piano music and an air of contemplation. The service includes:

prayers for ourselves and the world
scripture readings from the Bible
a short talk called a sermon which guides us in applying the scripture to our own lives
songs called hymns which are sung by the congregation
a song by the church choir
a concluding prayer by the minister

Anyone is welcome to attend our services and learn more about our church and ministries. To view a recent worship service, visit our You Tube page.

Worship & Sunday School at 9:30am on Sundays

Sun	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat
	September 2026
		1 Office 9-2 Jeri Galletly Office 9-2 Jeri Galletly September 1, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Jeri handles phone calls, visitors, and many other office tasks with a smile. See more details Food Pantry at DUMC Food Pantry at DUMC September 1, 2026 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Volunteers are always welcome to help distribute food and necessary items to area residents. Meet at the Dalton United Methodist Church, corners of Main Street and North Street. See more details	2 Office 9-2 Lynne Mix Office 9-2 Lynne Mix September 2, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Lynne works Wednesday, Thursday and Friday managing our office, preparing bulletins and the e-news, and many other tasks. See more details Church Council Church Council September 2, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm See more details	3 Office 9-2 Lynne Mix Office 9-2 Lynne Mix September 3, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Lynne works Wednesday, Thursday and Friday managing our office, preparing bulletins and the e-news, and many other tasks. See more details Green Gargoyle Crew Green Gargoyle Crew September 3, 2026 9:00 am - 11:30 am First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA The Green Gargoyle crew reviews and sorts donations and arranges the displays of merchandise. See more details Trustees Trustees September 3, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm See more details	4 Office 9-2 Lynne Mix Office 9-2 Lynne Mix September 4, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Lynne works Wednesday, Thursday and Friday managing our office, preparing bulletins and the e-news, and many other tasks. See more details Bible Study with Pastor Jennifer Bible Study with Pastor Jennifer September 4, 2026 9:00 am - 10:15 am A time for prayers, reflection, and study with an emphasis on relating the text of the week to our lives today. All are welcome! See more details Green Gargoyle Store Green Gargoyle Store September 4, 2026 10:00 am - 2:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Organized by Carol Simisky and Sharon Stevens Household Items, Women's and Men's Clothing, Children's and Baby Clothes, Seasonal Items & Household Decor, Glassware, Jewelry, Handbags, Quilts, Shoes, and a Bookstore!. Come check us out! See more details	5 Green Gargoyle Store Green Gargoyle Store September 5, 2026 10:00 am - 1:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Organized by Carol Simisky and Sharon Stevens Household Items, Women's and Men's Clothing, Children's and Baby Clothes, Seasonal Items & Household Decor, Glassware, Jewelry, Handbags, Quilts, Shoes, and a Bookstore!. Come check us out! See more details
6 Worship Service & Sunday School Worship Service & Sunday School September 6, 2026 9:30 am - 10:30 am Worship service with music, scripture readings and message. Sunday School program for children. Come and join us every week for a fun-filled, meaningful morning of songs, stories, crafts, snacks and meeting of new and old friends! See more details Crossroad Contemplation Crossroad Contemplation September 6, 2026 10:45 am - 12:00 pm Pastor Jennifer leads a Crossroads Contemplation group whose efforts focus on spiritual growth and the growth of the church through prayer. See more details Sunday Lunch Program Sunday Lunch Program September 6, 2026 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Dalton Senior Center, 40 Field St Ext, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Organized by Joyce Lacatell All ages are welcome. The usual host groups will continue to do the cooking and serving. Come help us celebrate! See more details	7 Office Closed Office Closed September 7, 2026 First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA See more details Monday Morning Cleaning Crew Monday Morning Cleaning Crew September 7, 2026 9:00 am - 11:00 am First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Organized by Nancy Smith Do you need a little physical activity and the added bonus of some social time? Help us to keep our worship space clean. Come and join the Monday Morning Cleaning Crew. See more details Deacons Deacons September 7, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm See more details	8 Office 9-2 Jeri Galletly Office 9-2 Jeri Galletly September 8, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Jeri handles phone calls, visitors, and many other office tasks with a smile. See more details Missions Board Missions Board September 8, 2026 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm See more details Food Pantry at DUMC Food Pantry at DUMC September 8, 2026 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Volunteers are always welcome to help distribute food and necessary items to area residents. Meet at the Dalton United Methodist Church, corners of Main Street and North Street. See more details	9 Office 9-2 Lynne Mix Office 9-2 Lynne Mix September 9, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Lynne works Wednesday, Thursday and Friday managing our office, preparing bulletins and the e-news, and many other tasks. See more details Art of Neighboring Class Art of Neighboring Class September 9, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Berkshire First Church of the Nazarene, 165 North St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Pastor Jennifer and Alan Livermore will present a class, The Art of Neighboring, based on the book by Jay Pathak. See more details	10 Office 9-2 Lynne Mix Office 9-2 Lynne Mix September 10, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Lynne works Wednesday, Thursday and Friday managing our office, preparing bulletins and the e-news, and many other tasks. See more details Green Gargoyle Crew Green Gargoyle Crew September 10, 2026 9:00 am - 11:30 am First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA The Green Gargoyle crew reviews and sorts donations and arranges the displays of merchandise. See more details Trustees Trustees September 10, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm See more details	11 Office 9-2 Lynne Mix Office 9-2 Lynne Mix September 11, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Lynne works Wednesday, Thursday and Friday managing our office, preparing bulletins and the e-news, and many other tasks. See more details Bible Study with Pastor Jennifer Bible Study with Pastor Jennifer September 11, 2026 9:00 am - 10:15 am A time for prayers, reflection, and study with an emphasis on relating the text of the week to our lives today. All are welcome! See more details Green Gargoyle Store Green Gargoyle Store September 11, 2026 10:00 am - 2:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Organized by Carol Simisky and Sharon Stevens Household Items, Women's and Men's Clothing, Children's and Baby Clothes, Seasonal Items & Household Decor, Glassware, Jewelry, Handbags, Quilts, Shoes, and a Bookstore!. Come check us out! See more details Worship Service at Sugar Hill Worship Service at Sugar Hill September 11, 2026 10:30 am - 11:30 am All residents and visitors are welcome to attend our worship service in the Music Room at Sugar Hill Assisted Living on Main Street in Dalton. See more details	12 Green Gargoyle Store Green Gargoyle Store September 12, 2026 10:00 am - 1:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Organized by Carol Simisky and Sharon Stevens Household Items, Women's and Men's Clothing, Children's and Baby Clothes, Seasonal Items & Household Decor, Glassware, Jewelry, Handbags, Quilts, Shoes, and a Bookstore!. Come check us out! See more details
13 Worship Service & Sunday School Worship Service & Sunday School September 13, 2026 9:30 am - 10:30 am Worship service with music, scripture readings and message. Sunday School program for children. Come and join us every week for a fun-filled, meaningful morning of songs, stories, crafts, snacks and meeting of new and old friends! See more details	14 Office Closed Office Closed September 14, 2026 First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA See more details Monday Morning Cleaning Crew Monday Morning Cleaning Crew September 14, 2026 9:00 am - 11:00 am First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Organized by Nancy Smith Do you need a little physical activity and the added bonus of some social time? Help us to keep our worship space clean. Come and join the Monday Morning Cleaning Crew. See more details	15 Office 9-2 Jeri Galletly Office 9-2 Jeri Galletly September 15, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Jeri handles phone calls, visitors, and many other office tasks with a smile. See more details Food Pantry at DUMC Food Pantry at DUMC September 15, 2026 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Volunteers are always welcome to help distribute food and necessary items to area residents. Meet at the Dalton United Methodist Church, corners of Main Street and North Street. See more details	16 Office 9-2 Lynne Mix Office 9-2 Lynne Mix September 16, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Lynne works Wednesday, Thursday and Friday managing our office, preparing bulletins and the e-news, and many other tasks. See more details	17 Office 9-2 Lynne Mix Office 9-2 Lynne Mix September 17, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Lynne works Wednesday, Thursday and Friday managing our office, preparing bulletins and the e-news, and many other tasks. See more details Green Gargoyle Crew Green Gargoyle Crew September 17, 2026 9:00 am - 11:30 am First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA The Green Gargoyle crew reviews and sorts donations and arranges the displays of merchandise. See more details Evening Chapel Service Evening Chapel Service September 17, 2026 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm Our Chapel service opens with a hymn sing of familiar and new songs, led by Allen Livermore, followed by a short service of scripture, prayers, and a message from Pastor Jennifer. Seasonal refreshments to follow. All are welcome! See more details	18 Office 9-2 Lynne Mix Office 9-2 Lynne Mix September 18, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Lynne works Wednesday, Thursday and Friday managing our office, preparing bulletins and the e-news, and many other tasks. See more details Bible Study with Pastor Jennifer Bible Study with Pastor Jennifer September 18, 2026 9:00 am - 10:15 am A time for prayers, reflection, and study with an emphasis on relating the text of the week to our lives today. All are welcome! See more details Green Gargoyle Store Green Gargoyle Store September 18, 2026 10:00 am - 2:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Organized by Carol Simisky and Sharon Stevens Household Items, Women's and Men's Clothing, Children's and Baby Clothes, Seasonal Items & Household Decor, Glassware, Jewelry, Handbags, Quilts, Shoes, and a Bookstore!. Come check us out! See more details	19 Green Gargoyle Store Green Gargoyle Store September 19, 2026 10:00 am - 1:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Organized by Carol Simisky and Sharon Stevens Household Items, Women's and Men's Clothing, Children's and Baby Clothes, Seasonal Items & Household Decor, Glassware, Jewelry, Handbags, Quilts, Shoes, and a Bookstore!. Come check us out! See more details
20 Worship Service & Sunday School Worship Service & Sunday School September 20, 2026 9:30 am - 10:30 am Worship service with music, scripture readings and message. Sunday School program for children. Come and join us every week for a fun-filled, meaningful morning of songs, stories, crafts, snacks and meeting of new and old friends! See more details Sunday Lunch @ Senior Center Sunday Lunch @ Senior Center September 20, 2026 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Dalton Senior Center, 40 Field St Ext, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Organized by Joyce Lacatell All ages are welcome. The usual host groups will continue to do the cooking and serving. Come help us celebrate! See more details Ordination of Becky Crane Ordination of Becky Crane September 20, 2026 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Becky Crane, a long-time member of our church, will be ordained as a minister within the United Church of Christ. The ceremony will take place at the United Church of Christ, 110 South Street in downtown Pittsfield. (formerly South Congregational Church) All are welcome! See more details	21 Office Closed Office Closed September 21, 2026 First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA See more details Monday Morning Cleaning Crew Monday Morning Cleaning Crew September 21, 2026 9:00 am - 11:00 am First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Organized by Nancy Smith Do you need a little physical activity and the added bonus of some social time? Help us to keep our worship space clean. Come and join the Monday Morning Cleaning Crew. See more details	22 Office 9-2 Jeri Galletly Office 9-2 Jeri Galletly September 22, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Jeri handles phone calls, visitors, and many other office tasks with a smile. See more details Food Pantry at DUMC Food Pantry at DUMC September 22, 2026 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Volunteers are always welcome to help distribute food and necessary items to area residents. Meet at the Dalton United Methodist Church, corners of Main Street and North Street. See more details Evening Chapel Service (yes, Tuesday this time!) Evening Chapel Service (yes, Tuesday this time!) September 22, 2026 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm Our Chapel service opens with a hymn sing of familiar and new songs, led by Allen Livermore, followed by a short service of scripture, prayers, and a message from Pastor Jennifer. Seasonal refreshments to follow. All are welcome! Tonight's theme: "Fall for Jesus - He Never Leaves" See more details	23 Office 9-2 Lynne Mix Office 9-2 Lynne Mix September 23, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Lynne works Wednesday, Thursday and Friday managing our office, preparing bulletins and the e-news, and many other tasks. See more details Technology Committee Technology Committee September 23, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm See more details	24 Office 9-2 Lynne Mix Office 9-2 Lynne Mix September 24, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Lynne works Wednesday, Thursday and Friday managing our office, preparing bulletins and the e-news, and many other tasks. See more details Green Gargoyle Crew Green Gargoyle Crew September 24, 2026 9:00 am - 11:30 am First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA The Green Gargoyle crew reviews and sorts donations and arranges the displays of merchandise. See more details Evening Chapel moved to Tuesday, September 22 Evening Chapel moved to Tuesday, September 22 September 24, 2026 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm See more details	25 Office 9-2 Lynne Mix Office 9-2 Lynne Mix September 25, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Lynne works Wednesday, Thursday and Friday managing our office, preparing bulletins and the e-news, and many other tasks. See more details Bible Study with Pastor Jennifer Bible Study with Pastor Jennifer September 25, 2026 9:00 am - 10:15 am A time for prayers, reflection, and study with an emphasis on relating the text of the week to our lives today. All are welcome! See more details Green Gargoyle Store Green Gargoyle Store September 25, 2026 10:00 am - 2:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Organized by Carol Simisky and Sharon Stevens Household Items, Women's and Men's Clothing, Children's and Baby Clothes, Seasonal Items & Household Decor, Glassware, Jewelry, Handbags, Quilts, Shoes, and a Bookstore!. Come check us out! See more details	26 Green Gargoyle Store Green Gargoyle Store September 26, 2026 10:00 am - 1:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Organized by Carol Simisky and Sharon Stevens Household Items, Women's and Men's Clothing, Children's and Baby Clothes, Seasonal Items & Household Decor, Glassware, Jewelry, Handbags, Quilts, Shoes, and a Bookstore!. Come check us out! See more details
27 Worship Service & Sunday School Worship Service & Sunday School September 27, 2026 9:30 am - 10:30 am Worship service with music, scripture readings and message. Sunday School program for children. Come and join us every week for a fun-filled, meaningful morning of songs, stories, crafts, snacks and meeting of new and old friends! See more details Crossroads Contemplation Crossroads Contemplation September 27, 2026 10:45 am - 12:00 pm Crossroads Contemplation is a monthly gathering for prayer and reflection, led by Pastor Jennifer. The group offers a space to discuss the challenges and the wonders of following Jesus. New members always welcome. See more details	28 Office Closed Office Closed September 28, 2026 First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA See more details Monday Morning Cleaning Crew Monday Morning Cleaning Crew September 28, 2026 9:00 am - 11:00 am First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Organized by Nancy Smith Do you need a little physical activity and the added bonus of some social time? Help us to keep our worship space clean. Come and join the Monday Morning Cleaning Crew. See more details Deacons - location TBD Deacons - location TBD September 28, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm See more details Christian Education Christian Education September 28, 2026 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Monthly meeting including Pastor Jennifer See more details	29 Office 9-2 Jeri Galletly Office 9-2 Jeri Galletly September 29, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Jeri handles phone calls, visitors, and many other office tasks with a smile. See more details Food Pantry at DUMC Food Pantry at DUMC September 29, 2026 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Volunteers are always welcome to help distribute food and necessary items to area residents. Meet at the Dalton United Methodist Church, corners of Main Street and North Street. See more details	30 Office 9-2 Lynne Mix Office 9-2 Lynne Mix September 30, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm First Congregational Church, 514 Main St, Dalton, MA 01226, USA Lynne works Wednesday, Thursday and Friday managing our office, preparing bulletins and the e-news, and many other tasks. See more details

Light Up the Holidays 2025!

Join us for our annual community Christmas Carol Sing-a-Long on Saturday, December 6, at 6:00 p.m! Our sing-a-long will feature familiar Christmas songs, hand-bell ringers and guest musicians. We will serve hot chocolate as folks brave the early winter air to Sample special treats offered by our local businesses and Santa visits the CRA to light the Christmas Tree. More details should be available in the Berkshire Eagle this week.

Thursday Evening Chapel Services

Our Chapel Service begins with singing led by Allen Livermore, followed by scripture and reflection from Pastor Jennifer. Chapel Service is offered most months on the 3rd or 4th Thursday with a casual social time and refreshments following. Check our calendar (above) for specific dates in the coming months. Our Chapel is located on the opposite side of the church from the Sanctuary. Parking and the entrance door can be found on the 1st church driveway after you pass the stoplight at Carson Avenue (if traveling south on Main Street). When facing the church from Main Street, this driveway is on the right-hand side of our property. All are welcome!

Haystacks & Snowflakes Annual Bazaar

Saturday, November 23, 2025, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Our annual bazaar features a Silent Auction, Bake Sale, Basket Raffles, Hand-crafted Items, and Holiday Items. Lunch will be served from 11:30 to 1:30. The Green Gargoyle Gift & Thrift Shop & Bookstore offers quality clothing, household goods, decorations and books for every interest. Click here to view the poste r. We have spaces for independent crafters and vendors – click here for the application.

The Community Thanksgiving Service, which rotates between area churches, will be held this year at Berkshire First Church of the Nazarene at 165 North Street, Dalton on Sunday, November 23, at 6:30 p.m. Any and all community members are welcome to attend!

“For Who’s to Judge?”

The Reverend Brent Damrow, pastor of First Congregational Church of Stockbridge, will return for a second evening of presentation and discussion of Paul’s letter to the Romans. His last presentation left those in attendance wanting to hear more. We will begin at 5:30 p.m. with a free and delicious soup supper followed by a little music. The presentation will begin at 6 p.m. It is not necessary to have attended the first session.
Please bring a Bible. This event is sponsored by the ONA Committee.

Free soup supper at 5:30 – short hymn sing – presentation will begin at 6:15.

Thursday, November 7, 2024 in Fellowship Hall

Past Services

Worship In Person

9:30 am Sunday
514 Main Street
Dalton, MA 01226

Worship Virtually

We will continue to offer the viewing of our worship services through You Tube and Facebook. The log-in and call-in information is provided in the worship bulletin. If you need assistance please call the church office at
(413) 684-1715

"Rejoice always; pray without ceasing; in everything give thanks."
Thessalonians 5:16-18

September 2026

Past Services

Worship In Person

Worship Virtually