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Historical Facts
BCC was gathered on February 9,1775 and the first meeting housebstill stands today on WorthingtonbRidge. The present church building at 878 Worthington Ridge was dedicated on February 26, 1851, after a fire at the original meeting house. Back in the day instead of pledging, a family would pay for a pew to sit at for the year. The pew would be designated to that family. The church steeple rises 182 feet and can be seen from miles away. It is a national and historic landmark right here in Berlin CT.
Steeple Clock
The steeple clock was manufactured in Thomaston CT.by Seth Thomas circa 1912. This clock was donated by Catherine M.North in memory of her father Alfred North, who served as aDeacon from 1836-1840 and 1842-1894. Catherine was also a lifelong dedicated BCC member. She was heavily involved with the music and choir program.The BCC steeple is in desperate need of restoration. The last time it was restored was in the mid 1980s. If you have an interest or a special place in your heart, donations are gladly accepted toward this cause.The estimated cost is approx:$250,000.00 We accept all forms of payment including Venmo and you will receive a donation acknowledgement.
Church Organ
BCC is currently on its third organ.The first was a reed organ dedicated in 1850. The second was a pipe organ which was presented in 1888. During a renovation in the1950s the pipes were moved to the north balcony. In 1963 it was decided to have a new organ built.The new pipe organ was completed on May 2, 1966 by Austin Organs.The 26 rank instrument contains 1,538 pipes, some metal and some wood. There are 32 stops in the entire organ and the pitch ranges from 32 cycles per second to well beyond 20,000 cycles. It is a range of 9 octaves. The organ is an accompaniment in church service.