Welcome our New Members: Oct. 23, 2022

Chuck M.(he, him) Charles (Chuck) is a retired professor of geography and planning and college administrator at the University of Akron. He enjoys nonfiction reading, especially history, biography, and world affairs. He is enjoying his time in the East Bay, which allows frequent contact with his two pre-school grandchildren, his daughter, and son-in-law. He looks forward to his association with …

EBHO Encourages You to Vote for Affordable Housing this November

This November 2022, affordable housing is on the ballot in both Berkeley and Oakland. East Bay Housing Organizations (EBHO) has endorsed six local ballot measures, three in Berkeley and three in Oakland, that are in line with EBHO’s organizational goals. Endorsed MeasuresBerkeley Measure L – Infrastructure and Affordable Housing Bond – YES $650 MM bond, which includes 200M for affordable …

Nov. 6 Learning Hour – Share Your Experience with Prayer

Sun., Nov. 6, 11:45 amLoper Chapel Prayer is an essential part of our Sunday worship services, and for many of us also of our personal lives as followers of Jesus. Many of you ask for prayer in times of gratitude, or when going through hard times, and we pray for what’s happening in the world around us. While prayer is …

A Tribute to Bill and Barbara: 12 Years of Teaching Meditation at FCCB!

On May 1, 2010, a meditation group founded and led by Bill Coffin and Barbara McHugh met for the first time in Loper Chapel. Twelve and one-half years later on Oct. 17, a group of church folks who have been attending these sessions for years paid tribute to Bill and Barbara at a dinner convened in their honor. Each person …

Are You or Someone You Know Looking for Part-time Evening Work?

It’s the perfect opportunity for someone who would like to enjoy a variety of performances for FREE or who would like a paid job with free time to study! Evening Event Hosts: FCCB is looking to hire an Evening Event Host to work on occasional Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings, as needed, 5 pm to 12 am. Unlock doors; welcome …

Nov. 20 Learning Hour: Advent Conspiracy 2022 – for Parents & Others!

Sun., Nov. 20, 11:45 amLoper Chapel Before we get sucked into the holiday hype and agree to do things for the season “like it’s always been done” or “like it’s expected,” let’s take some time to set our intentions to celebrate the Advent and Christmas seasons in a way that will be less hectic and pressure-packed and more fulfilling and …

Book cover that reads "How to Begin When Your World Is Ending

How to Begin Book Launch Party!

Sun., Nov. 13, 5-7 pmFirst Church Sanctuary RSVP here! The launch party for Molly’s newest book, How to Begin When Your World is Ending: A Spiritual Field Guide to Joy Despite Everything, is right around the corner on Sun., Nov. 13 from 5-7pm. Molly’s best friend from college, actor Aisha Tyler, will interview her live in the sanctuary, our friend Marvin …

Did You Know…?

…that Berkeleyside published an article about First Church’s pending rebuild of our community building in its 10/25/2022 edition? Read the article here. …that the Berkeley Half Marathon is taking place Sun., Nov. 13? Give yourself extra time to get to church Nov. 13 as street closures in the area can affect your usual route.