Our Team

The Reverend Philomena Hare

Pastor and Teacher

I am passionate about sharing the Good News of God’s transformative love with everyone I come in contact with, especially people with their backs against the wall. I earned my undergraduate degree from Emmanuel College and masters degrees in social work and theology from Boston College School of Social Work and Boston University School of Theology. The relationships and friendships I developed as a social worker, working with individuals, families, and communities coping with daily stress, profoundly influenced my call to serve a local church. Since my ordination, I have served local churches in Hingham, Weymouth, Sandwich, and Hyannis. I also served as a hospital chaplain. I came to the good people of FCC Wareham in 2020 during the Pandemic, and I am blessed and inspired by their love, wisdom, and commitment to the community. Together, we show up daily to listen to the still-speaking voice of God calling us to make God’s love and justice real in all the places where we live, work, and play. I am a devoted wife and a proud parent of one son claiming his place in the world. When I’m not teaching, preaching, or leading, I enjoy traveling, especially pilgrimages, cooking, reading mystery novels, and spending time with family. In the community, I serve on the boards of Cape Cod Council of Churches, Latinix-in-Action, and the Massachusetts Woman’s Home Missionary Union. Please visit for Sunday worship, events, or for no particular reason. You are always welcome here. Reach me at fccwarehampastor@gmail.com or www.linkedin.com/in/revphilomenahare

Candace M Corthell

Parish Administrator

Candy is the first point of contact for anyone who calls or comes to the church. She handles all aspects of the administrative duties of the church with a particular flair for marketing and graphic design. Candy serves as the liaison for the pastor, other staff, committee chairs, and members.

She is an avid genealogist and is a member of several genealogical societies. She also enjoys swimming, gardening, painting, kayaking, the beach and being with her dogs and family.

Tony Furtado

Minister of Music

Growing up in a traditional Portuguese household, music was a big part of our lives. Pop played the concertina and harmonica. Mom AKA Aida loved to sing.
My love of the organ came from listening to Bob Ralston playing the organ on the Lawrence Welk Show.
I was organist at the North Tiverton Primitive Methodist Church from 1980 until 1995, when I moved to Falmouth due to a job change.
For a few short years, I played piano with the praise band at Second Church UCC in Plymouth, when I moved to Sagamore Beach. I also helped them purchase a new organ and filled in for their organist when needed.
Most recently, I was the organist at the West Dennis Community Church from 2008 until 2022.
I am looking forward to serving this congregation to the best of my ability. But mostly, I look forward to being a part of this marvelous faith community.

Ms. Susan Whitaker

Sales Associate

Susan comes to the Next to New Thrift Shop from a partnership with the Senior Community Service Employment Program in New Bedford. Her work history and love of fashion formed a perfect union with the Thrift Shop. “Serving the community is a bonus. Therefore, I love what I do!”

Mr. David Cunningham

Sexton

With his friendly demeanor and easygoing manner, Dave is delightful to have on staff, ensuring the properties are cleaned and running smoothly. Dave’s other gifts include landscaping and singing.