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We Need Eggs!

Easter Sunday. March 31, 10 amFirst Church Berkeley The Families, Children & Youth (FamChY) Ministry is asking folks to bring plastic eggs filled with allergy-friendly treats. Think: erasers, temporary tattoos, stickers, those little squish-y animal things…etc. Bring in the filled eggs anytime before the start of our Easter Sunday 10 am worship service so they can be hidden. Thank you!

Dana Street Changes

The City of Berkeley has started the renovation of Dana Street from Bancroft to Dwight Way.  As you can see from the sign the work will be conducted from now until the middle of June, 2024. This means there will be congestion on Dana, and many things will change. A protected bike path will now run on the West Side (Church …

Did You Know…?

…that you can still give to the Interfaith Movement for Human Integrity (IM4HI), our offering recipient through March 24? Donate through Realm (choose “Collection Plate” in the dropdown menu) or PayPal, and view the photos that were highlighted in last Sunday’s worship slideshow here. …that you are invited to join IM4HI in collaboration with other Interfaith leaders and congregations in …

Save the Dates

Mark your calendar for this year’s Berkeley CROP Hunger Walk, which is taking place Sun., April 21, 2024. Your participation supports local hunger needs. Look in the Carillon in early April for further details. The next Discover First Church class is happening Sun., May 12, with crepe gathering Sat., May 18, and Joining Sunday, May 19.  Join us whether you …

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2024 Easter Offering: East Bay Sanctuary Covenant

Just a short walk across Durant Avenue brings you to the doors of East Bay Sanctuary Covenant (EBSC), the recipient for this year’s Easter Offering selected by the Justice and Service Ministry.  EBSC, founded in 1982, provides legal and social services, community organizing and education to refugees and asylum seekers.  Protect. Advocate. Transform. are the words that guide EBSC’s work …

Register Now – Maundy Thursday Gatherings

Thurs., March 28, 2024, 6 to 7 pm, 6 to 8 pmVarious locations & on Zoom You’re invited to gather in-person or on Zoom to share a simple meal and the ritual of foot/hand washing. We’ll sing, pray, and read scripture together. Register in person this Sunday or online for one of the in-person gatherings at homes in Berkeley, El Cerrito, …

Maundy Thursday Gatherings

Thurs., March 28, 2024, 6 to 7 pm, 6 to 8 pmVarious locations & on Zoom You’re invited to gather in-person or on Zoom to share a simple meal and the ritual of foot/hand washing. We’ll sing, pray, and read scripture together. Register for one of the in-person gatherings at homes in Berkeley, El Cerrito, and Alameda, join Derek & the …

Alabama Civil Rights Pilgrimage Ripples Across First Church

Our church is already experiencing ripples from February’s Alabama Civil Rights Pilgrimage, beginning with the seed money we fundraised for future trips and educational experiences! Did you know that we raised $2,300 more than needed to cover scholarships and pilgrimage expenses? Thank you to everyone who generously donated towards the pilgrimage fundraiser! Your gifts are living on! The March 3 worship service and learning …

Did You Know…?

…that are invited to join the Interfaith Movement for Human Integrity (IM4HI) in collaboration with other Interfaith leaders and congregations in an Interfaith Pilgrimage for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza on Sat., March 23, from 7 am to 7 pm, starting at Cesar Chavez Park in Berkeley and concluding in Alameda? Click here for more details.