The local Christian Science Church began in 1897 in Bridgeport. In 1958, the First and Second Churches of Christ, Scientist, Bridgeport, merged, and in 2007, the church moved to its Stratford location on Main Street. Programs include Sunday worship, Bible lessons, testimony readings and study. The Reading Room features literature about Christian Science and its founder, Mary Baker Eddy.
First Baptist Church of Stratford has a long history in the town beginning in 1877 when a small congregation met at the home of Sarah Talbot, then at the Old Academy School. Many years later, a church was built at Stratford Avenue and Johnson Court. The first pastor was Rev. George W. Fowlkes. In the 1950s, under the leadership of Rev. Dr. William O. Johnson, this church was constructed. Pastor Johnson served for 43 years and retired in 1997. In January 1998, Rev. William B. Sutton, III, became pastor.
The Trumbull Senior Center, also known as the Center at Priscilla Place, provides information and services for seniors for maintaining their health, independence and well-being. The center encourages socialization among seniors by providing various activities. The center offers door-to-door transportation services to seniors age 60 and over who do not have transportation or are unable to drive.
St. Theresa Parish is part of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Bridgeport. The parish's original church was built in 1934 and later underwent renovation, which completed in 1962. St. Theresa's offers religious-oriented education and has operated its own school since 1955. Fr. Brian P. Gannon is the pastor.
St. George Albanian Orthodox Church, which organized in 1925, was the first to offer Orthodox church services in the Albanian language in Bridgeport, Conn. Its early services were held in the chapel of Saint John Episcopal Church. After several moves, the church was consecrated on its current Trumbull site in 1980. Rev. Sergei Bouteneff has been the pastor since 1989. All services are in English with a 3 to 5 percent response in Albanian from the choir.
D. J. Evans is the pastor at New Life. In addition to regular morning Sunday services, the church offers a "604" service on Sunday nights and a prayer meeting and Bible study at 7pm on Tuesdays. New Life moved to Trumbull in 1982. The church also has campuses in Derby and Bridgeport.
For a four-season nature experience, Roosevelt Forest in north Stratford, on the Shelton border, is a great destination for residents. With walking trails, a scenic pond and picnic area, Roosevelt Forest is a peaceful experience in fall, winter, spring and summer.
The forest was created as part of the Works Progress Administration (WPA) program during the Great Depression.
The 250-acres property is reportedly the only town-owned forest in the state. This Stratford gem is open to those with proof of residency.
The Lordship Community Church, United Church of Christ, is located in the Lordship section of Stratford. The Rev. Mary Snell Willis is the pastor, being called to the church in April 2009. The church offers an adult choir, children's program and Bible study. Visitors and new members are welcome.
Bargain News distributes a new edition of its publication at newsstands every Wednesday containing classified ads for everything from automobiles, boats and pets to furniture, computers and many other items. The ads can also be viewed on the Bargain News website.
The Kennedy Center is a rehabilitation center in Stratford that services children, adults and seniors with disabilities, impairments and mental illnesses. Some of the services that the facility offers are children services, helping patients live independently, helping patients work in communities, helping young patients socialize and participate in the community and more.
This building houses the church of St. Theresa's religious education program. It serves children who attend public schools. It is located at the same site as the church and the school.