The Monday Mission email was started to help members and friends of First Congregational Church connect to ways to serve. The Mission/Justice board would like to recognize the positive changes that are occurring as a result of your service to our larger community.

The Poor People’s Campaign is a National Call for Moral Revival, uniting people across Washington to challenge the evils of systemic racism, poverty, the war economy, ecological devastation and the nation’s distorted morality of religious nationalism.

A message from Pastor Sharon.

A message from Rev. Mike Denton, our Conference Minister.

One of the most impactful ways for allies* to combat the wave of anti-trans legislation sweeping the country is to show up in public to articulate our values, unequivocally affirming that trans and nonbinary people are beautiful, sacred, and loved.

First Congregational Church is a member of the statewide, ecumenical Faith Action Network promoting social justice and race equity. FAN made a tangible difference for our neighbors across Washington in this legislative session.

The pastors and moderators are leading First Congregational in a season of visioning! Hopefully you have received a printed survey with some questions for reflection.

Last year you heard the exciting news that First Congregational Church of Bellingham and I received a Lilly Grant for Clergy Renewal. That grant supports much of what will be happening—with me and with our church—these next few months.