Rewrite the Bible? Worship Tomorrow
On Mother’s Day, we will conclude our worship series on women in the Bible. For his sermon, Pastor Brooks will reflect on how we might consider the lack of an
Continue readingThe Power of an Example
To listen to this sermon on Esther from a series on women and the Bible, click here.
Continue readingCelebrating a Biblical Heroine Who Didn’t Submit to Her Husband
This Sunday we continue our series on women in the Bible by looking at Queen Vashti, a woman who defied the wishes of her husband, King Ahasuerus. The sermon will
Continue readingSeeking to Understand Islam Better: An Opportunity for Further Conversation
The recent panel on Islam at our church stirred a lot of interest and conversation. Our church wants to give people a structured opportunity to continue to process the event
Continue readingPress Release: Neighboring Church and Mosque Join in Dialogue
First Congregational United Church of Christ and the Islamic Society of Southwest Washington are less than 300 yards apart. Together, the two communities want to embody a tenet of both
Continue readingMemorial Service for Barbara Harlan
The memorial service for Barbara Harlan will be at First Congregational United Church of Christ in Vancouver on Saturday, April 27th at 1:30pm. One of Barb’s passions was reading books
Continue readingCelebrating Sisterhood
Move over, Pastor Brooks! The women of the church are taking over the worship service this Sunday. The service will be a celebration of sisterhood. In honor of Marnie Wright
Continue readingA Character of Another Sort
To listen to this Earth Day weekend sermon on John Muir and the healing power of nature, click here.
Continue readingJohn Muir: A Character of Another Sort
This Sunday we will be celebrating God’s creation by focusing upon the story of John Muir, one of the greatest spiritual writers our country has produced. John Muir is often
Continue readingMaking the Truth Known: A Dialogue Sermon
To listen to this dialogue sermon between Pastor Brooks and local labor leader Cager Clabaugh, click here.
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