I often get my inspiration from nature, and I share my interest with my husband (we call him the “butterfly whisperer”). He earned his nickname a few years ago when he started to study the Monarch butterflies in our backyard and begun...
Georg Neumark (1621-1681), the writer of text for the Lutheran hymn, “If You Will Trust in God to Guide You,” experienced a personal tragedy early in life. It occurred in 1641 while traveling with a group of merchants to Lübeck...
Good News! On March 17, First Church received the following letter from our District Superintendent, Rev. John Farley: "Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ at First UMC of San Diego, On behalf of Bishop Grant...
For those who are familiar with Cowles Mountain, you know there are several trail heads that lead up to the Summit. The sign in the photo was posted to one of the trail heads where I hiked this morning. During this time, we all need reassurances...
n this time of uncertainty, First Church and the Water’s Edge are still finding ways to reach out to each other and the community. The Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry on the Water’s Edge campus, thanks to director and member Marian...
A message from Rev. Trudy (May 28, 2020) My dear friends, I was just beginning to recognize your faces and remember your names when we went into this shelter-in-place. I know that we are experiencing something very unique and...
April 5 - 12 - Experience Holy Week and Easter Live-streamed at First Church
There has been a lot in the news recently about the potential split in the UMC, and as a pastoral staff we wanted to address some questions and concerns some of you may have. First, we want to share with you that nothing has yet changed...
Join Rev. Trudy in one of these many neighborhood gatherings throughout the San Diego region.
Visit our Alternative Christmas Gift Fair on Sundays, DECEMBER 8 AND 15 | 10 AM - 12 pM | The Plaza Our fair gives you a better alternative to Christmas shopping. We invite you to "purchase"...