Start your morning with Java & Jazz, a special live jazz fundraiser at William & Sons. Enjoy smooth, uplifting jazz—including the beloved classic “What a Wonderful World”—performed by the Jazz Sanctuary House Band, alongside Brazilian-inspired coffees, delicious pastries, and made-to-order breakfast sandwiches, all in a cozy, welcoming space. 100% of tips from the event will […]
No matter who you are, or where you are on life's journey, you are welcome here! Join us for worship in Phillips Chapel on Sundays, either in person or online. Directions to Phillips Chapel Explore Past Worship Services If you're unable to attend in person we invite you to join us on Zoom, watch live […]
Members of the congregation will gather to go through some of the church's historic documents and have lunch together.
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The coming program year (Sept-May), the Racial Justice steering team is reading Black Portsmouth: Three Centuries of African-American Heritage by Mark Sammons and Valerie Cummingham, a comprehensive history of the Black community in Portsmouth from 1648 until the early 21st century. We’ll be reading and discussing this book, in addition to taking action to learn […]
Jazz Sanctuary is a monthly jazz worship experience on the third Sunday of every month that combines live music with prayers, readings and conversation. No matter who you are, or where you are on life's journey, you are welcome here! The Jazz Sanctuary House Band, with stalwarts Joey Placenti, Eddie Raczka, Jock Irvine, and Tim […]
Start your morning with Java & Jazz, a special live jazz fundraiser at William & Sons. Enjoy smooth, uplifting jazz—including the beloved classic “What a Wonderful World”—performed by the Jazz Sanctuary House Band, alongside Brazilian-inspired coffees, delicious pastries, and made-to-order breakfast sandwiches, all in a cozy, welcoming space. 100% of tips from the event will […]
No matter who you are, or where you are on life's journey, you are welcome here! Join us for worship in Phillips Chapel on Sundays, either in person or online. Directions to Phillips Chapel Explore Past Worship Services If you're unable to attend in person we invite you to join us on Zoom, watch live […]
On the first Thursday on every month, First Church members volunteer to cook a meal.
No matter who you are, or where you are on life's journey, you are welcome here! Join us for worship in Phillips Chapel on Sundays, either in person or online. […]
As part of our outreach to area musicians we host an open jam session on the first Sunday of every month from 1:30-3:30 PM. All Ages & Abilities! If you […]