First Presbyterian Church of Berkeley

First Presbyterian Church of Berkeley Looking for a place to go deeper in faith, finding your way back to church, or just curious about God? You are welcome here.

This is a place where questions can be asked, honest reflection is encouraged, creativity is cultivated, and where faith is not a formula, but a life lived. We seek to be engaged locally and around the world, to listen and to learn, to embody justice and compassion, and to share the love of Jesus Christ in tangible ways as we journey together.

06/23/2026

Come for the food and stay for the fulfilling experience working with youth! VBS counselor Tim wants you to join the team!

We need lots of youth and adult volunteers to join the VBS adventure. The mandatory training takes place on Sunday, July 19, at noon. Camp dates are Monday–Friday, July 27–31!

Registration information is available on our website. Sign up today!

06/23/2026

Whose songs do you know?
The Rev. Jeff Chu continues this year's Extraordinary Texts for Ordinary Times sermon series with “The Gospel of the Sparrow”. Here's a snippet from
his sermon. For the full service, visit our YouTube channel !

Many thanks to everyone who came out to our latest First Pres hike, which featured a Wild Church service lead by Rev. Sa...
06/18/2026

Many thanks to everyone who came out to our latest First Pres hike, which featured a Wild Church service lead by Rev. Sarah Henkel! It was a beautiful sunny morning spent in the redwoods, exploring our spiritual connection to nature.

Head to our website to sign up for the First Pres Hikes email list, which is the best way to get notified about future hikes. We hope to see you next time!

06/17/2026

First Pres VBS volunteer Nora wants YOU to join the team this summer!

Join us for an epic adventure of good fun, good friends, and good news about Jesus! We need lots of youth and adult volunteers to join the VBS adventure!

Mandatory training: Sunday, July 19, noon–1:30 pm
Optional training: Monday–Friday, July 20–24, 10 am–noon
Camp dates: Monday–Friday, July 27–31

Registration information is available on our website. Sign up today!

06/16/2026

Do you think you're a weakling?
The Rev. Jeff Chu continues this year's Extraordinary Texts for Ordinary Times sermon series with “Good News for Weaklings”. Here's a snippet from
his sermon. For the full service, visit our YouTube channel !

06/09/2026

Calling all youth and adult volunteers for this summer’s VBS Kids’ Camp!

Listen to past camper and volunteer Caitlin Watt speak about her first-hand experience voluteering for VBS! Important dates are listed below:

Mandatory training: Sunday, July 19, noon–1:30 pm
Optional training: Monday–Friday, July 20–24, 10 am–noon
Camp dates: Monday–Friday, July 27–31

Parents, if you are volunteering for the whole week, your children or grandchildren attend VBS at no cost! If you are able, we invite you to make a donation to the scholarship fund when you register.

Registration information is available on our website. Sign up today!

What does it mean to say yes with honesty and availability?This summer, we’ll explore hineni, a small but powerful Hebre...
06/04/2026

What does it mean to say yes with honesty and availability?

This summer, we’ll explore hineni, a small but powerful Hebrew word that echoes through Scripture whenever God calls and someone dares to respond: “Here I am.” Across five gatherings, we’ll linger with Old Testament stories of people who heard God’s call in ordinary, unsettling, and surprising moments—and notice where that same response appears throughout the wider witness of Scripture.

No registration needed, drop in anytime. Come as you are for a summer adventure in attention, availability, and courageous presence.

Celebrate Pride Month at First Pres! This Sunday, we're excited to welcome guest preacher Rev. Ann Jefferson who will le...
06/02/2026

Celebrate Pride Month at First Pres!

This Sunday, we're excited to welcome guest preacher Rev. Ann Jefferson who will lead us into our new sermon series, Extraordinary Texts for Ordinary Times. Stick around the Sanctuary after worship to attend a Tech Training, then head to the Plaza for rainbow donuts! 🏳️‍🌈

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2407 Dana Street
Berkeley, CA
94704

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