Welcome to First Christian Church of Colorado Springs
We have a strong commitment to children and youth, we seek to practice “radical hospitality” and to accept folks wherever they are on life’s journey. You’ll never be told what you "have to" believe, and, perhaps most important, everyone is treated with respect and dignity; no one is second-class and all are truly welcome!
We are part of a whole movement of Christians – the Disciples of Christ – who seek to embody true community, deep spirituality, and a passion for justice. Learn more about our movement nationally and internationally at www.disciples.organd more about our "wider church family" in the tri-state Central Rocky Mountain region.
We're easy to find (Google map) and it's easy to park (map) and you can find us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter too.
On Sundays, enter through ANY door; on weekdays, use the north parking lot door.
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- This Week, December 9-15, at FCC...
- Wednesday, December 11, 5:00 to 6:00 p.m., "Christmas in the Gospels," taught by Senior Pastor Chuck Blaisdell (Mayall Room). Email for more information
- Friday, December 13, special "Parents Night Out," in FCC's nursery for children through grade 5. For reservations, please email HERE.
- Saturday, December 13
- 9:30 a.m., on FCC's Labyrinth (in sanctuary if weather inclement), "Remembrance of the Sandy Hook Shootings" on the one-year anniversary. The ringing of bells and the offering of prayers in this quiet, contemplative time.
- All women are invited to bring a friend and come to the annual Christmas Tea. 1:30 p.m. in Fellowship Hall. Tickets are $10, and will benefit FCC women attending the Disciples Women Quadrennial Assembly. Email for more information.
- Sunday, December 15
- WORSHIP! On this third Sunday of Advent - whose focus is "Joy" - Associate Pastor Katherine Raley will be preaching. We'll hear a special moment for mission from our children concerning their Advent drive to raise money to buy rabbits and chicks for needy families through The Heifer Project.
- Following worship, you are invited to join others in going Christmas caroling to the homebound and nursing home folks.
UPCOMING.....(For more news & upcoming see the latest weekly email, sent on Thursdays)
- Take a look at all the exciting Advent giving opportunities available to you! Also, FCC's "Make a Difference Christmas/Alternative Gift Catalog" is now available online (or on the table at the sanctuary entry). Consider a gift of hope to someone in need -- and what a fitting way such a gift will honor someone special in your life!
- Also, please consider a gift to our partner in ministry, the Central Rocky Mountain Region of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). They do so much on our behalf! Watch this greeting from our Regional Minister!
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Sunday, December 22, Children's Ecumenical Gift Exchange - After the second service (about 12:15 p.m.) children ages kindergarten through 5th grade will participate in a gift exchange with First Congregational Church and First United Methodist Church. More information? Email HERE.
- Tuesday, December 24, Christmas Eve Worship.
- 7:00 p.m. Worship & Children's Christmas Pageant
- 9:00 p.m. Traditional "Lessons & Carols" worship
- At both services, an offering will be received to be shared between Ecumenical Social Ministries & Week of Compassion.
AND DON'T MISS....
- The November/December issue of the church newsletter, The Visitor, is now online.
- UPDATED 11/13/13 Small Group Opportunities and Women's Ministry Group Opportunities! Lots of great fellowship and mission opportunities in lots of new ways!
"We seek to be a congregation where spiritual growth is the norm,
where growing in faith is expected, and that expects and
respects a diversity of opinion.
We will be a community of faith, radical in hospitality, outrageous in generosity
and joyful in service to God and neighbor."
From our "Ministry and Vision" statement
Our partners in ministry:
The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
The Central Rocky Mountain Region of the Christian Church
A Message From our Senior Pastor
17th century French mathematician Blaise Pascal said that every human being has a "God-shaped hole" in the heart that is seeking to be filled. Here at First Christian Church we want to joyfully help you find how God is offering you purpose, meaning, and a connection with something larger than your own life. Check us out!
Chuck Blaisdell
Senior Pastor
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