Introducing our Advent Theme: “Close to Home”
Dear First Church family, In German, one word describes the feeling of consciousness and being so content that it brings comfort and relaxation: Gemütlichkeit. There is no direct…
VOTING RIGHTS: What can we do to protect and strengthen them?
“The church should continually exert a strong ethical influence upon the state, supporting policies and programs deemed to be just and opposing policies and programs that are unjust.”…
A Change of Appointment for Pastor Yvonne
Dear First Church, I am writing to let you know that Bishop Elaine Stanovsky has appointed me as pastor of Redmond United Methodist Church effective February 1, 2022. …
An Update from the Worship Committee
On behalf of the First Church Worship Team, I am very happy to report that our Church Council approved, by unanimous vote, two proposals from the Worship Team…
Volunteer to help end hunger in Western Washington
Volunteer to help end hunger in Western Washington (Ages 10+)! Global Missions begins in our communities as we work with regional organizations that are committed to ending hunger and…
Work to change Washington State’s Regressive Tax System
“The church should continually exert a strong ethical influence upon the state, supporting policies and programs deemed to be just and opposing policies and programs that are unjust.”…
Shared Breakfast Update
Shared Breakfast Volunteers and Supporters, We hope that Fall has gotten off to a good start for you! As of the end of September, we have served over…
Notice: Updates to Parking at First Church
First Church is excited about the opening of the Climate Pledge Arena, and the new traffic it will bring to the Seattle Center area. Along with the increased…
You’re invited – Discussion on Biden’s Nuclear Posture Review
Our Church & Society/Social Justice Committee invites you to consider the following, and attend the discussion on October 20. At a time when the U.S. and the entire…
Church Council Chair Update: October
The Church Council met on October 6 to continue guiding the work of the church through these difficult times. Together we are trying to balance direction from our…