The Church

The United Congregational Church is a member of the Rhode Island 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

Bright! Cheery! Friendly! Great Pastor! Great music! Comforting, helpful and warm! Uplifting illuminating sermons. Our church has it all! — Bob, Age 72

I appreciate the strong sense of community that is always inclusive and welcoming. — Elaine, Age 57

Our Church is generous with people in need. Our church has great programs for children and youth. — Joe, Over 65

UCC, Middletown – A wonderful place to make 100 real friends without using Facebook. — Chris, Age 60

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

I most appreciate the closeness of everyone in our church. It's like one big family. — Rebecca, Age 18

This place is a very warm, friendly family of believers, sharing the struggles of life, supporting each other along the way. — Melissa, Age 51

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

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

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

The Church

What People are Saying

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