Holiday Joy provides a holiday shopping experience for families who can least afford gifts to provide family gifts at the holidays.

All are welcome to join this book group as we continue a challenging discussion of Becoming a Good Relative: Calling White Settlers toward Truth, Healing, and Repair by Hilary Giovale, the author’s story of her own awakening awareness of her whiteness.

Church Council met on Monday, October 27. Here are highlights.

Tuesday at the Simple Supper, we spoke about the possibility of joining the Ground Floor in planning, preparing, and hosting a Holiday Meal. We met with the Ground Floor Director April, and it is a go! We are joining together for the Holiday meal for friends, members, neighbors, and anyone who drops in.

We are hosting a Dia de Los Muertos Family Event on Saturday, November 1, 4:00-6:00 pm. In addition, we are offering the opportunity to purchase a candle with a picture of their loved one to be placed on the ofrenda.

So many ministries are part of First Congregational Church. Below are just a few examples of how your gifts and pledges serve. If your ministry is interested in requesting funds for 2026 programs, fill out the form and send it to bookkeeper@fccb.net no later than October 31, 2025. Please be sure to coordinate with others in your ministry so only one request is submitted.

Doors open at 5:00 pm, supper is served between 5:30 and 6:15 pm. All are welcome. Celebrate the October Harvest Moon and Halloween by joining others for the  Simple Supper!

No Kings Rally is a nationwide rally. It is supported by many organizations that we support such as League of Women Voters and Planned Parenthood. Bellingham's will be at Maritime Heritage Park, Saturday October 18, 1:00-3:00 pm.