Last Saturday, we were glad to be among those welcoming the Jerusalem Youth Chorus in concert – young Israelis and Palestinians, singing side by side, voices woven in hope. Their songs carried stories – honest, aching, and brave. Their harmonies made space for a future shaped by dialogue, dignity, safety, and peace. To support their ongoing and expanding work – and in an effort to replace some of the funding they have lost due to cuts to USAID – we are receiving a special offering during worship to support the Chorus. To give click here.

The whole community is invited to come together for this thoughtfully reimagined version of the 30th anniversary of the Boulder Jewish Festival. Beginning at Noon at Broadway and Pearl, Run For Their Lives will be centered to bring increased awareness to the hostages still held in Gaza, while making space to recognize the survivors of last Sunday's attack. (Enhanced security protocols will be implemented as a precautionary measure and not based on any known threat.) Let's Come Together as a community to bring healing and restore hope!

Support Groups for grief and caregivers meet every month. These groups are always open to new participants, including first time visitors and folks who haven’t attended in a while. We are now on the new spring time schedule.

Grief in person meeting: 11:30 a.m-1:00 p.m., Room 312.

Contact Bill Forbes or, Jean Manifesto.

Caregivers Zoom meeting: 2:00-3:30 p.m. Contact Bill Forbes.

Explore the book of Acts and find out how the story of our ancestors in faith is similar to our struggles today – some of the same problems and challenges continue. This is a come and go event, so join us whenever you are available to attend. We read the passages together so there is no preparation needed. Contact John Bisceglia to receive the Zoom link.

Who Stole My Bible? by Jennifer Butler shows how the Bible from Genesis to Revelation inspires us to find our voices to resist oppression of any kind. Each chapter brings together significant stories of Scripture with true stories of courageous religious communities countering authoritarianism and white supremacy in America today. Read Chapters 1 and 2 in time for discussion on June 11. Books available at Boulder Bookstore, book group shelves at 11th Street entrance. Contact Margot Pickett or Chris Braudaway-Bauman.

Help us beautify our church grounds and surrounding area! We'll be spreading mulch, planting along the strip between our parking lot and the City sidewalk, and filling in the old sandbox with fresh pavers. Bring gloves, shovels, and a wheelbarrow if you have them. Free parking is available in the church’s west lot, accessible from the alley.

In 1987 First Cong became an Open and Affirming Congregation, meaning we invite and affirm our LGBTQ+ siblings into membership and leadership. To live into that covenant, we invite everyone to participate in Boulder PRIDE on June 15. We need volunteers to help host and welcome people to our booth AND we need 600 frozen freezer pops. Sign up in the Link after worship or email Carmen Valdes to become part of the First Cong PRIDE Booth Team.

Join us as we live into being a WISE (Welcoming, Inclusive, Supportive, and Engaged) Congregation. Our WISE Covenant says,” We believe that all people are beloved by God, and if a person has a mental health challenge that person has a right to be seen as a person first.” 

Join us in Denver, CO, for an unforgettable celebration of freedom and unity through the power of gospel music. Experience the joy and spirit of Juneteenth with electrifying performances by renowned artists and choirs. To register to sing in the choir and attend rehearsals on 6/9 and 6/10 in Denver click here.

The Sunday following Boulder Pridefest, we gather for a vibrant worship service lifting up the voices, gifts, and faithful witness of LGBTQ+ people. Through song, story, and sacred testimony, we’ll affirm the beauty of every beloved child of God. Wear your rainbow colors, bandanas, and tees – come as you are, come in joy, come with pride.

On this Sunday before the July 4th holiday, our worship is an extended prayer for our country. We welcome Mark Udall, former U.S. Senator from Colorado (2009-2015) as our preacher. In these days as our democracy is being challenged, this morning serves both as a confession of the ways we have fallen short of living our ideals and as a renewal of our aspirations and hope. Following Worship, former Senator Udall and former Representative David Skaggs will lead us in a Congregational Conversation.

Celebrate our nation's Independence at a catered picnic while supporting our Youth Mission Trip. We’ll celebrate with patriotic readings about equality and justice! Bring yourselves, a selected reading to share, and a lawn/camp chair. We provide the picnic, drinks, and a special homemade patriotic dessert! Let’s enjoy a summer afternoon together under the pine trees! Comfort facilities and parking nearby. RSVPs essential to Stewart Hoover by June 25, please. $25 pp., proceeds to support the Youth Mission Trip. Your Hosts: Stewart and Karen Hoover.

Explore Summer at First Congregational Church: A Season of Story, Spirit, and Shared Life. Inside, you’ll find features on summer Music,

our Safety Team, features of the new website, and a variety of summer activities and worship opportunities.

Don’t miss this vibrant look at what’s ahead this season! Click here!

Now that plants are blooming more profusely, we look forward to those that you will share in our church each week! If you have flowers to share, please go to the church website – Member Dashboard. Scroll down to Volunteer Signup/Sunday Flowers. Fill in your name on the chosen date. Please indicate if you would like for your flowers to be in memory of, or in honor of, someone. However, the flowers can simply be given. We look forward to what you will share from your gardens!

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