First Church in Chestnut Hill

Newton, Massachusetts

Since 1861Mid-size congregation
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Contact & Location for First Church in Chestnut Hill

26 Suffolk Rd

Newton, MA 02467

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Service Times for First Church in Chestnut Hill

Sunday 10:30 AM

Sunday Service

From the church’s website · checked Oct 2026

Plan your visit

  • Parking

    parking is available on the street, in front of the church.

    What their website saysparking is available on the street, in front of the church.
  • Coffee

    Coffee is available

Leadership

  • Rev. Mark J.T. Caggiano

    Minister

    What their website saysRev. Mark J.T. Caggiano, Minister

About First Church in Chestnut Hill

First Church in Chestnut Hill is a historic Unitarian Christian congregation located in Newton, Massachusetts, serving the Boston area since 1861. The church offers a progressive and intellectually engaging worship experience, welcoming members from diverse religious backgrounds under the leadership of Rev. Mark J.T. Caggiano.

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History & building

  • Founded in 1861

    The church opened as the Chestnut Hill Chapel on October 2, 1861. The current building on Suffolk Road was laid in 1910 and dedicated the following year.

    What their website saysopened its doors on October 2, 1861 as the Chestnut Hill Chapel.
  • Building completed in 1910

Ministry, leadership and visit details above come from the church’s own website. They can change, so please confirm with the church.

Note: Church information may be outdated. Please verify details with the church directly before visiting.

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