The Church

The United Congregational Church is a member of the Southern New England Conference of the United Church of Christ. which connects us with other churches and enhances our ministries and outreach.

In the wintertime, the grounds are still bright and cheery!

We trace our heritage to the congregation gathered in Newport by the venerable Nathaniel Clapp in 1695. In 1833 the First and Second Congregational Churches in Newport united to become the United Congregational Church. Members of this congregation have been active in church and community activities on Aquidneck Island, within Newport County and at the state level ever since.

What People are Saying

As part of this congregation, I appreciate our pastor and teacher, Rev. Joe Tripp.... — Mary, Age 59

The trucks in the nursery are fun to play with. — Kevin, Age 6

I like how everybody at church knows everyone and everybody is friendly even to those they don't know, no matter what. — Mackenzie, Age 15

We have had 17 moves. Every time we came back to Newport we were welcomed as though we had never been away. — Debby, Age 79

I like listening to the Bible stories with my friends. — Damek, Age 11

Our church is very special. While we are a community of worshipers, we are also a community of friends and family. Anyone is welcome to join our family and that is a beautiful thing. — Noah, Age 16

I love that everyone is always welcoming and always listens. — Mia, Age 18

This church has a warm and friendly staff and membership. It's like a second home for me. — Curt, Age 84

I have fun playing games while I learn about Jesus. — Nik, Age 10

This church offers friendship, music and the preaching of God's word.

The Church

What People are Saying

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