Good News
“I loved the music, it filled my heart. It was performed so well. That white guy - whoever he was - could really lay it down.”
— Bob H.
“I learned how much I love the people at First United as I served in different ways.”
— Laurie J.
“The outdoor service was risky, bold and beautiful, just like First United.”
— Sandy J.
“It is amazing to me that one church could show the kind of leadership it has on both the Middle East and Colombia, as a voice for the dispossessed in our world who suffer from unjust policies. ”
— Gary C.
“I can honestly say this is the most spiritually connected Holy Week I have ever had. Thursday’s service moved me to tears.”
— Bob B.
“The Lenten sermons and the Maundy Thursday service provided some needed self-reflection and it has been a fabulous journey this season!”
— Judy V.
“The Easter service was fantastic, and your sermon was absolutely speaking to me personally. ”
— Karin P.
“I can’t thank you enough for listening with me and praying with me Tuesday afternoon. You are making a difference. ”
— Dale Y.
“Thanks for leading all of us in worship. The music, message and evening stillness created a precious religious experience. ”
— Dale S.
“Thank you very much for your loan. It was a big help. I was almost homeless.”
— D.L.
“It was a beautiful experience to see the mutual and communal respect and care that is evident amongst the members and leaders in your community. ”
— Katie A.
“The various ministries of our church reflect an understanding of the Gospel that attempts to include everyone.”
— Christine and Stan D.
“Your warmth and spiritual guidance meant the world to me and my family.”
— Carolyn B.
“Just wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed your message, and felt challenged to try to make a difference in our complicated world.”
— Lois P.
“It is a privilege to be so welcomed into helping out in the food pantry, sharing in Bible study, learning in Adult Education, worshiping, and writing to senators for Bread for the World.”
— Adam W.
“Your kindness and concern helped us through a difficult time.”
— Dan O.
“Your magnificent organ was certainly a pleasure to hear.”
— Ruth S.
“We certainly feel we’ve found a new family here.”
— Bea C. and Nydia S.
“I was incredibly impressed with the level of intention, compassion and love expressed by the membership.”
— Bonnie W.
“Thank you for a great class last Sunday on John Calvin.”
— William T.
“Saturday was another great, fulfilling day at the food pantry. We all get so much more out of the food pantry than we ever give in time or money as volunteers.”
— Bob H.
“When you walk in on Sunday, the whole church seems to give you a big hug.”
— Stu G.
“I walked away from the service and the message at noon on Sunday touched by all that you did. The memories of the hour have made me stronger throughout the week.”
— Dale S.
“The Wildly Important Goal of First United Church is creating and maintaining a framework that nourishes the spiritual welfare of the congregation.”
— Laurie J., moderator
“First United is as much a part of my family as my parents, my husband, my children…it has been a constant my whole life. A place for me to come and be just as I am…to pray, to cry, to rejoice, to express deep gratitude and to love these people of God called First United Church.”