by FPCO_shawn | Nov 8, 2021 | First Church News
Godly Play Foundation Commits to Anti-Racism; First Church Adds New Stories to Curriculum By Di Pagel, Godly Play ConsultantLike many Christian organizations committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, the Godly Play Foundation recently became more intentional... 
by FPCO_shawn | Nov 8, 2021 | First Church News
Keeping People Moving Through Difficult Transitions: ReCares Goes the Distance Every Friday afternoon, a queue stretches its way up the church parking ramp and onto 27th Street – it consists of a diverse group that includes all ages, races, and walks-of-life. They... 
by FPCO_shawn | Nov 8, 2021 | First Church News
Session Envisions Project to Honor Civil Rights Hero Fred Korematsu “Fred Korematsu was such a humble man,” said treasurer Rose Mary Richmond, speaking of the man she knew who helped count the offerings on Monday mornings with his wife Catherine. “A humble man with a... 
by FPCO_shawn | Nov 8, 2021 | First Church News
First Church to Partner with Cityteam: Provide Temporary Housing for 25 Men An old Victorian hotel sits on Washington Street, it’s upper floors covered in 1880’s gingerbread. The ground floor storefronts have been replaced with a dining hall, kitchen and meeting room....