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    2023 Racial Justice Grant

    05.25.23 | Stories

    First Church Seeking Racial Justice Grant Applicants The Racial Justice Grants Committee has released the 2023 Grant Application and this year’s grant focus areas. Thanks to some very generous donations, we will now be giving a total of...

      First Church Going Solar

      04.19.23 | Stories

      I am pleased to announce that the Board of Trustees (BOT) has approved a solar energy project at the UMC Mission Valley campus. In addition to contributing to the care of God’s good earth through the reduction of our use of fossil fuel...

        All-Church Gathering: Re-birth

        04.06.23 | Stories

        Let's celebrate Easter together! Meet and greet your neighbors around the table. Enjoy your conversation over good food around what it means to live as resurrected people in your daily life, at your workplace, and with your family and friends.

          Meet Our New Bishop

          03.01.23 | Stories

          Join the welcome reception for Bishop Escobedo-Frank on March 19 at 3-4:30 PM in Linder Hall. Learn about her hopes for the future.

            Ash Wednesday Feb. 22, 2023

            01.24.23 | Stories

            Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent and reminds us of the precious passage of time and the frailty of human beings. The imposition of ashes is the symbol of this reminder.

              Chicano Park: Our Sacred Place

              11.14.22 | Stories

              Love, compassion, heritage, ancestors, and culture are honored at this peaceful seven-acre park. Chicano Park is a National Historic Landmark, recognizing its artistic, cultural, and sociopolitical significance. It is home to the largest...

                Join a Choir!

                08.22.22 | Music | Stories | musicseries | choir

                We have a glorious choral music program at First Church and invite you to take part in the music ministries! All rehearsals will start shortly after Labor Day weekend. 

                  Music Series turning 50!

                  08.15.22 | Stories

                  Happy 50th Anniversary! This season we are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the First United Methodist Church of San Diego Cultural Events Committee’s annual Music Series, and it promises to be a year of concerts you won’t want to...

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