An opportunity to foster community and explore the deep connections that unite us. Join us to share and listen to brief personal stories centered on themes of love, loss, growth, and transformation.

RSVP at Connect@DoingGrief.org or 602-419-4043

Young adults, mark your calendars! Don't miss the June 8th gathering in Anthony Lounge!

Healing Circles offer a confidential and supportive space within small, private groups of 4-5 people who meet monthly.

Find solace, strength, and healing wisdom as you navigate grief, whether from loss or life changes.

Registration and orientation meeting required.

Contact Shea at Connect@DoingGrief.org or 602-419-4043.

Calling all people with different abilities, disabilities, mental illness, caregivers, and allies.

Please join us at a meeting to embark on a journey of value and inclusion.

deninordmeyer5@gmail.com

Classroom 7

A safe and supportive space for the unhoused community to find relief from the summer heat and stay comfortable.

First Church UCC Cooling Center Opening 📅 Dates: June 1st – August 10th ⏰ Hours: 11 AM – 7 PM 📍 Open Days: Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 🚪 Entrance: Located in the alleyway

As Sunday School does not meet on the first Sunday of the month for families to worship and be together for communion, our PRAYground was formed out of the desire to intentionally include our young people in the service while still meeting their developmental needs and engaging them in age-appropriate activities. As First Church’s desire is to be an inclusive community for all, including children and families, our worship space must reflect the beautifully diverse needs of all persons and of all ages.

Join us for Family Movie Night on Friday, May 30th at 6:30 PM in the Sanctuary!

A safe and inclusive space for queer and questioning individuals to explore spirituality, build community, and deepen their spiritual practices.

Classroom 7

Healing Circles offer a confidential and supportive space within small, private groups of 4-5 people who meet monthly.

Find solace, strength, and healing wisdom as you navigate grief, whether from loss or life changes.

Registration and orientation meeting required.

Contact Shea at Connect@DoingGrief.org or 602-419-4043.

Come be part of the final gathering in the Rebuilding the Heart of the People series! Pastor Susan will share an inspiring message on The Long Game, guiding us with wisdom and encouragement. Worship begins at 10:30 AM—this is one you won’t want to miss!

Healing Circles offer a confidential and supportive space within small, private groups of 4-5 people who meet monthly.

Find solace, strength, and healing wisdom as you navigate grief, whether from loss or life changes.

Registration and orientation meeting required.

Contact Shea at Connect@DoingGrief.org or 602-419-4043.

🌮 Young Adult Meet & Greet 📅 Sunday, May 18 📍 Anthony Lounge

Come join us for great company, new connections, and a delicious taco bar!

May 10: 9am - 12pm Kiwanis Park 5233 S Ash Ave, Tempe, AZ
A fantastic way to spend the day! A great spot, featuring a splash pad, playground, and plenty of green space. If you're planning to attend, be sure to bring sunscreen and maybe a towel for the splash pad fun! RSVP: Rebekah Sperling (620) 262-1497

Phoenix May Day March on Thursday, May 1 at 9:00 AM.

 We’ll gather at the Arizona State Capitol (1700 W Washington St, Phoenix, AZ 85007) and march together to the Sandra Day O’Connor U.S. Courthouse (401 W Washington St, Phoenix, AZ 85003), where a public rally will take place.

http://bit.ly/PHXMayDay

Calling all people with different abilities, disabilities, mental illness, caregivers, and allies.

Please join us at a meeting to embark on a journey of value and inclusion.

A safe and inclusive space for queer and questioning individuals to explore spirituality, build community, and deepen their spiritual practices.

Meet in church parking lot at 8:45. Roll out at 9am. Five miles or less, "no drop" which means reasonable and doable speed for everyone involved. Ride to coffee? Ride for snacks? Ride for hot dogs? Mimosas? What sounds fun? All of the above!

Easter Sunrise Courtyard Worship 8:30am

Courtyard Breakfast and Easter Egg Hunt 9:30 am

Sanctuary Easter Celebration Worship 10:30 am

5:30 pm Community Meal

Bring soup, bread or a side to share

Join us for Palm Sunday worship on April 13th, marking the beginning of Holy Week and commemorating Jesus Christ’s triumphant entry into Jerusalem—the Sunday before Easter. April 13

A portion of proceeds will be donated to Trans Spectrum.

Scholarship tickets available—please reach out to treasurer@phoenixucc.org to request a code. Doors at 6:30pm, show at 7:30pm.

FLAMY GRANT Shame-slaying, hip-swaying, chart-topping drag queen Flamy Grant is a powerhouse vocalist and award-winning songwriter based in Asheville, NC. With over 1.2 million streams on digital platforms, Flamy blends country, folk, gospel, and roots music to deliver a theatrical, therapeutic, and wholly original experience of intrepid storytelling, all shared through the evocative art of drag.

This will be our first opportunity to hear what made Susan’s heart sing during her sabbatical adventures in New Zealand, Australia, South Africa, Spain…and Ohio!  After worship, we will share a catered lunch to welcome Susan back home.

Rainbow Spirit is a new group at First Church Phoenix UCC, creating a safe and inclusive space for Queer & Questioning individuals to explore spirituality, build community, and deepen spiritual practices. This peer-led group celebrates the sacred in diverse Queer experiences, fostering connection and support. Meeting on the last Sunday of each month, Rainbow Spirit welcomes all who self-identify as Queer & Questioning to join in fellowship, discussion, and shared journeys. Everyone welcome, regardless of your beliefs, identities, labels or relationship styles. Bring food and non-alcoholic beverages to share! This group belongs to all of us! Please come help steer it in exciting new directions! The last Sunday of the month at noon

Register Here!

Discover how creating a sacred altar space at home or on-the-go can enhance your sense of sanctuary. Join us for a 30-minute conversation and receive your own portable altar to deepen your connection with Spirit wherever you are.

EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN---Meeting God in the Midst of Extremes

(A Lenten Series in Luke’s Gospel)

Our journey from Ashes to Easter begins with our Ash Wednesday service, March 5,

7:00 p.m. at the church of beautitudes

Join us for our Annual Meeting on February 23rd after worship We'll be gathering in the Sanctuary to discuss our achievements over the past year. Your presence and input are highly valued as we continue to grow and succeed together.

Join us on February 16, 2025 at 10:30 am to celebrate Black History Month!

Featuring Ahmad Daniels Preaching