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Inspirational Messages
Our inspirational message is a reflection provided by Penelope Hurley, a member of the congregation who shares weekly thoughts.


Under the Sky
Today's Encouraging Word and Inspirational Message is brought to you by Penny Hurley, on behalf of the Compassionate Care Network -...
First Congregational Church Of Rowley
Mar 24, 20222 min read
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The Opportunity of Adversity
Scripture: "Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its...
First Congregational Church Of Rowley
Mar 16, 20221 min read
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Common Humanity
Scripture: "In Whose hand is the life of every living thing, And the breath of all mankind? Job 12:10 Praying for our common...
First Congregational Church Of Rowley
Mar 7, 20221 min read
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God is the Reason and Love is the Way
Scripture: "Let all that you do be done in love." 1 Corinthians 16:14 Message: "God is the Reason, and Love is the Way" God’s divine...
First Congregational Church Of Rowley
Feb 17, 20222 min read
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Awe in Creativity
Scripture: "They who dwell in the ends of the earth stand in awe of Your signs; You make the dawn and the sunset shout for joy." Psalm...
First Congregational Church Of Rowley
Feb 10, 20222 min read
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The Tempest and the Quiet
Scripture: "Praise the Lord from the earth, sea monsters and all deeps; fire and hail, snow and clouds; Stormy wind, fulfilling His...
First Congregational Church Of Rowley
Feb 7, 20222 min read
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The Courage to Adapt
"Let your eyes look straight ahead; fix your gaze directly before you. Proverbs 4:25 Some days I stand in the storm and feel the raging...
First Congregational Church Of Rowley
Jan 31, 20221 min read
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An Invitation to Explore
The quiet of winter is a perfect time to give ourselves the gift of contemplation and the time to consider our gifts. Reflecting on Rev....
First Congregational Church Of Rowley
Jan 24, 20221 min read
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Winter Solstice
Scripture: "Praise the Lord from the earth, you great sea creatures and all deeps, fire and hail, snow and mist, stormy wind fulfilling...
First Congregational Church Of Rowley
Jan 18, 20221 min read
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The Heart of Compassion
A quick pivot to Outside services in Rowley, as the Omicron Covid-19 spikes in Massachusetts.
First Congregational Church Of Rowley
Dec 24, 20211 min read
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