Welcome to First Congregational Church

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH

OF SAN FRANCISCO United Church of Christ

Welcome! Knock (click) on a door to find out more!
Join us for worship and events in our new church building at 1300 Polk Street!!

Welcome

Who are we?

Where are we?

When do we gather?

What's happening?

Who are our contacts and links?

What is our history?

What is our future?

NEW SANCTUARY OPEN!
Come upstairs at 11 AM on Sunday Morning.
Celebrate in our new light-filled space with our brand new organ!

NOW YOU CAN DONATE ON-LINE!!!!

First Congregational Church has now enabled on-line donations through Vanco Services. Click on the link above and find out how you can donate today!

SIGN UP FOR OUR WEEKLY E-MAIL AND MONTHLY COLUMNS
Our Weekly Post is how we keep you informed! We share prayers, announce upcoming church events and meetings, and provide details of the upcoming worship services!

Monthly, we now distribute our news letter, The Columns, via e-mail as well. Let us know if you would like to receive it electronically.

Please send an e-mail note to the church office to sign up! office@sanfranciscoucc.org

JOIN OUR FACEBOOK GROUP
We are now assembling a place to share photos and keep current about our church events. Our Facebook site is located here:

SEND A PRAYER FOR SUNDAY SERVICE

Prayer Form Page

ARTISTIC GATE NOW INSTALLED

This lovely gate, depicting the vines and branches of the vineyard has been given to the First Congregational Church. The gate is custom artwork featured at the bottom of the processional staircase, which rises to the second floor.

OUR BUILDING 5 STORY

Part 1: Moving the Congregation

Part 2: Defining our New Home

Part 3: Details of Our Building

HAVE YOUR WEDDING/SAME-SEX UNION CEREMONY WITH US!
Reasons to Bless your union at First Congregational Church:

- Walking distance from City Hall
   - Several ministers (including gay or lesbian ministers) available
   - Welcoming congregation of all sexual orientations
   - Christian elements to marriage ceremony
   - Choice of several special spiritual spaces
     (chapel, sanctuary, outdoor terrace,   fellowship hall)
   - Bi-lingual wedding ceremonies possible (German, Spanish, French)

Call 415/441-8901, or send an e-mail to minister@sanfranciscoucc.org.

OTHER WEB PAGES
150th Anniversary Jubilee
Celebration: 1849-1999

Jubilee Celebration Home Page

Remembrances

Tribute to Our Ministers

150th Anniversary Service

20th Century History:

A History from 1915 to 1982

Golden Jubilee Celebration, 1899:

Recorded History 1849-1899

Celebration Book: Part 1

Celebration Book: Part 2

Special Inclusive Message:

No Condemnation! All are free!

GOTTESDIENSTE, TRAUUNGEN UND SEELSORGE IN DEUTSCHER SPRACHE
Deutschland

Pfarrer Dr. Wilfried Glabach bietet deutschsprachige Gottesdienste, Amtshandlungen, Seelsorge an First Congregational Church und anderen Orten in der Bay Area an. Bitte rufen Sie in unserer Gemeinde (415- 4418901) an und informieren Sie sich ueber Angebote in San Francisco und anderen deutschsprachigen Angeboten in der Bay Area. Wir informieren Sie gerne ueber weitere deutschsprachige Gottesdienste und Aktivitaeten in anderen Gemeinden. Eine website in deutscher Sprache wird bald eingerichtet.

VISITOR QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

When does the church service start?
The music starts at 11 PM. It's ok to come in late. You are welcome to arrive earlier for the Forum. We love your presence, no matter when you arrive.

Where is the service held?
The service is located in our upper floor sanctuary. It's a unique space with an indoor/outdoor design. To reach the Sanctuary, climb the steps or proceed to the elevator in the back.

What do I wear?
There is no typical dress at First Congregational Church. Some people dress in their "Sunday best" while others are casual. We love your presence, no matter how you are dressed.

What kinds of people are at the worship service?
The types of people run the gamut of San Francisco's diversity. We have people from many backgrounds, culturals, races, sexual orientations and ages. You will find a wide variety of people, who celebrate each others' unique place in life.

What is the worship style?
Generally, the worship style is "traditional Protestant". Our music program features a variety of music genres on any given week -- from baroque and other classical -- to modern songs that may even include jazz, rock and country music. We have a guest preacher at least once a month, which also adds some variety to the style and energy of the service.

Who is the pastor?
The Rev. Wilfried Glabach, D.Min. is the pastor of our congregation. He is originally from the German Rhineland and moved to San Francisco in 2000. Rev. Wilfried did his theological training at the university in Bonn, Germany and he earned his Doctor of Ministry in 2006 at the San Francisco Theological Seminary San Anselmo, CA. His ministry is recognized within the United Church of Christ and the Evangelical Church of the Rhineland.

What kinds of participation will I be required to do?
The nature of the worship service is for all to participate, but you have a choice whether or not to participate in something specific. We have hymn singing, responsive readings, requests for dedicated prayers, and offering collections during the service. We share communion (bread and grape juice) on the first Sunday of the month; all are welcome to share but participation is not mandatory.

First Congregational Church of San Francisco
A United Church of Christ Congregation
1300 Polk Street
San Francisco, CA 94109
Phone: 415/441-8901
E-mail: office@sanfranciscoucc.org

Last Update: August 24, 2009