First Congregational Church, Bellevue

First Congregational Church, Bellevue A progressive Christian community in the heart of Bellevue. Member of United Church of Christ (UCC) Join us Sundays at 10 AM. Come as you are. All are welcome!

JOIN THE CHOIR!This is your official invitation to join the FCCB Chancel Choir. We sing a wide range of music in differe...
09/06/2026

JOIN THE CHOIR!

This is your official invitation to join the FCCB Chancel Choir. We sing a wide range of music in different styles and welcome all voice parts, genders, and level of experience. Our members run the gamut from shower-singers to conservatory-trained, and are always happy to welcome new folks. FCCB has been Open & Affirming (🏳️‍🌈) since 1996 and celebrates people of all sexual orientations, gender expressions and identity, and religious backgrounds. The Chancel Choir is a safe place to be yourself in community, to sing your heart out, and to be part of something bigger than yourself. Join us!

**SCHEDULE**
🗓 Rehearsals Wednesday evenings 7-9pm
🗓 Warm-up each Sunday morning at 9:15am, then sing in the service from 10-11am
📍First Congregational Church, Bellevue: 11061 NE 2nd St, Bellevue, WA 98004 - easy access via Link Light Rail, the Bellevue Transit Center, or park your car for free.

**WHO SHOULD JOIN**
You should join if you want to
✅ improve your singing technique and music literacy
✅ be part of a joyful, supportive, connection-driven ensemble
✅ sing quality music in a justice-oriented progressive faith community

**SNACKS**
🍪 Yeah, we have great snacks at every rehearsal. You shouldn't join *just* for the snacks, but tbh it's a big perk.

**HOW TO JOIN**
🎵No audition or dues required. To sign up, e-mail Minister of Music Stephen O'Bent ([email protected]) to express interest or ask any questions.

Join us tomorrow for our worship service, in person or online at 10:00 a.m.  Tomorrow we will celebrate a Question & Ans...
09/05/2026

Join us tomorrow for our worship service, in person or online at 10:00 a.m. Tomorrow we will celebrate a Question & Answer service with our pastors Lisa and Stevi.

Photo by wallace Henry on Unsplash

We're honored to welcome Spencer LaJoye as a guest musician for our worship service on Sunday, September 13th at 10am. S...
09/03/2026

We're honored to welcome Spencer LaJoye as a guest musician for our worship service on Sunday, September 13th at 10am. Spencer (they/them) is a gifted and heartfelt singer-songwriter, and the composer of "Plowshare Prayer," one of our favorite anthems. You won't want to miss this special musical offering.

After hearing Spencer sing with us in the morning, you'll want to go see their full show at the Royal Room in Seattle: https://theroyalroomseattle.com/event/spencer-lajoye/

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Spencer LaJoye makes q***r indie folk music for everyone. With a crystalline voice, a multi-instrumentalist’s command of harmony, and a virtuosic mastery of the loop pedal, LaJoye is a one-human tour-de-force, winning ears and hearts everywhere they go.

If LaJoye’s work as a songwriter had to be ruthlessly boiled down to one word, “craft” is a solid contender. Spencer’s songs dance effortlessly between theatrical grace and unhinged sincerity, with melodies that make you exhale, and turns of phrase that make you shake your head with a satisfied smirk.

LaJoye is a relentless wordsmith, harvesting endless insight out of lived experience. Since the providential and cathartic breakout of their anthemic hymn “Plowshare Prayer,” Spencer has been in non-stop motion. Spencer won the Kerrville New Folk singer/songwriter contest in 2021, and the Songwriter Serenade contest in 2024. They’ve shared stages and tours with The Crane Wives, David Wilcox, Dar Williams, Mary Gauthier, and countless greats in the singer/songwriter community.

The accolades, though exciting, pale in comparison to the word-of-mouth fervor around LaJoye’s music and ethos. Listeners of every background are finding voice for their own stories, and often driving several hours to catch a concert. Listening rooms across the continental US are selling out. Fellow songwriters are buzzing and taking note of an artistry they are excited to witness. A robust community of dedicated long-time monthly patrons (500+ and counting) is on the edge of their seats.

Spencer is a midwesterner by birth and demeanor, and a Californian by residence and street smarts. But judging by the frequent flier miles and exhausted Honda odometer, Spencer is more a citizen of the road. Their concerts are typically a fully solo endeavor brimming with more energy than many eight-piece bands. They are a curious blend of pastoral sobriety and nimble playfulness. A Spencer LaJoye concert isn’t exactly a worship hour, a one-act drama, a melodic composition masterclass, or an unplugged emo show. But it’s never *not* those things.

Spencer LaJoye released their technicolor debut LP "Shadow Puppets" in 2024, followed by the mournful "Death Drive" EP in 2025. Their most recent release "Gentle Songs" has been a fan favorite, featuring ten single-minute songs that are bite sized but fully formed.

We were blessed with a mighty pickup choir for this morning's service! Want to join the choir for our upcoming programmi...
08/30/2026

We were blessed with a mighty pickup choir for this morning's service! Want to join the choir for our upcoming programming year? Rehearsals start Wednesday 9/9 and meet weekly from 7-9pm. All voice parts, genders, and abilities are welcome.

To learn more or sign up, email Minister of Music Stephen O'Bent: [email protected]

08/30/2026

Sunday Worship - August 30, 2026
Copyright Info
OneLicense Number - A-719030
CCS License Number 11161

Tuesday Book Group:  The book group that meets on the second Tuesday at 1pm has chosen the book "The Road to Tender Hear...
08/25/2026

Tuesday Book Group: The book group that meets on the second Tuesday at 1pm has chosen the book "The Road to Tender Hearts: A Novel" by Annie Hartnett as their next read. For more information/to participate, please contact Sharon Bowler ([email protected]).

08/23/2026

Sunday Worship - August 23, 2026
Copyright Info
OneLicense Number - A-719030
CCS License Number 11161

Join us tomorrow, in person or online for our worship service at 10:00 a.m. Matthew 16:13-2013 Now when Jesus came into ...
08/22/2026

Join us tomorrow, in person or online for our worship service at 10:00 a.m.

Matthew 16:13-20
13 Now when Jesus came into the district of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, “Who do people say that the Son of Man is?” 14 And they said, “Some say John the Baptist but others Elijah and still others Jeremiah or one of the prophets.” 15 He said to them, “But who do you say that I am?” 16 Simon Peter answered, “You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God.” 17 And Jesus answered him, “Blessed are you, Simon son of Jonah! For flesh and blood has not revealed this to you but my Father in heaven. 18 And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not prevail against it. 19 I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven, and whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven.” 20 Then he sternly ordered the disciples not to tell anyone that he was the Messiah.

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Call for Cookies:  Attention Bakers and goodie lovers: Our goodies have been depleted recently. Parish Life is asking fo...
08/21/2026

Call for Cookies: Attention Bakers and goodie lovers: Our goodies have been depleted recently. Parish Life is asking for all bakers or anyone that enjoys treats after church at coffee hour to bring their favorite treat (baked by you or store bought) to church with them this week. Just bring your treats to the church kitchen before services and Parish Life will take care of the rest. Thank you.

Come sing with us! Our no-commitment pickup choir meets one final time this summer on Sunday, August 30th. Just show up ...
08/18/2026

Come sing with us! Our no-commitment pickup choir meets one final time this summer on Sunday, August 30th. Just show up at 9:00am to learn an anthem ("The Greatest Commandment" by Pepper Choplin, if you want to check it out in advance) and then sing it in the service that morning.

All voice parts and genders are welcome, no experience required.

Questions? E-mail our Minister of Music Stephen O'Bent.

Address

11061 NE 2nd Street
Bellevue, WA
98004

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 12pm - 4pm
Thursday 9:30am - 12pm
Sunday 9am - 12pm

Telephone

+14254545001

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