Ash Wednesday Feb. 22, 2023
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.
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New date! 15th Annual Interfaith Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service
NEW DATE! Join us 2/20 for a morning of hands-on interfaith community service. Families and all ages are welcome to participate together on this day of community-work, fellowship and fun.
Chicano Park: Our Sacred Place
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!
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!
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...
United Women in Faith
"United Methodist Women" is now "United Women in Faith"
San Diego Pride 2022
San Diego Pride 2022, July 9 - 17. Join your friends at First Church at the Parade on July 16.
Support the People of Ukraine
First Church is opening its doors to Ukrainian refugees to provide emergency shelter in collaboration with the organization: Nova Ukraine.
Masterwork Chorale Returns
The Lenten Choral Concert resurrects Brahms' concert "Ein deutsches Requiem"on Palm Sunday, 4/10.
Practicing Lent
What is Lent? The name "Lent" comes from an old English word for "lengthening," referring to the gradually longer days of springtime. From Ash Wednesday to Easter Sunday, what was cold becomes warm. What was dormant awakens. Just as green shoots...