First Presbyterian Church of Stamford

About this church

First Presbyterian Church of Stamford is widely known as the Fish Church for its landmark mid-century modern sanctuary. The congregation combines Presbyterian worship, organ and choral music, Christian formation, member groups, and community service in an architecturally distinctive setting. Its mission work and grants address local vitality, racism, and systemic poverty, connecting the well-known building with priorities beyond architecture.

Sunday worship begins at 10:00 a.m. and normally ends around 11:00, with a livestream available. The service draws on prayer, Scripture, preaching, and instrumental and choral music; Communion is normally celebrated on the first Sunday of the month. Sunday School serves preschool through fifth grade, and nursery care for children from birth through thirty-six months is available during worship. The congregation’s welcome is open to visitors across backgrounds, and its history page explains why the sanctuary and its symbolism are central to the church’s public identity. Families should confirm the current education calendar for holiday weekends, while people previewing the service can use the worship page and livestream before visiting the Fish Church in person.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed August 25, 2026. Sources: Official homepage and Sunday worship · Worship, Communion, children, and livestream · Fish Church history and architecture · Congregational welcome and community priorities

Service times

Confirm current times directly with the church before visiting.

Ministries and visitor notes

• First-Sunday Communion — during worship
• Sunday School and nursery — during worship

Location