First Church of The Brethren

04/21/2026

Get your ticket to the Shalom Summit today! Space is limited and we are filling up quick!

Come join us at the Harrisburg First Church of the Brethren for a powerful event focused on pursuing racial justice in our neighborhoods. This in-person summit will bring together disciples from all walks of life to discuss, and get equipped to take action towards pursuing a community where everyone belongs, where everyone matters, and where everyone can thrive.

This year, we have three nationally recognized speakers joining us for the day: Dominique Gilliard, Sheila Wise Rowe, and Isaac Villegas.

This is a one-day event with workshops focused on Biblical Justice and Praxis for Social Change, networking opportunities with Christians from diverse traditions, and engaging speakers who will speak to our collective pursuit of racial justice in our neighborhoods.

To register, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/shalom-summit-2026-prophetic-resistance-tickets-1982892631238

01/23/2026

We have been watching our local weather reports, and we have decided to cancel in-person worship on Sunday. We will NOT be meeting at the church for our normal service.

On Saturday, Gather the Spirit for Justice will continue serving their free hot breakfast from 9:00 am- 11:00 am. On Sunday, they will also be hosting the warming station with extended hours. If you need a warm place to go on Sunday, you are invited to the church from 10:00 am- 4:00 pm. Light refreshments will be available as well as heat, as long as we continue to have power.

On Sunday, you can join us for a time of sharing and short meditation by clicking on the Zoom link below.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89513119078

If you missed last week's service, you can choose to hop onto our YouTube channel to participate in worship that way.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJLqWlboDjnQDcJICzobmRA

07/09/2025

Join us for Vacation Bible School! Harrisburg First Church of the Brethren will be hosting VBS this year from July 28th to 31st. Children entering Kindergarten and those who just finished 5th grade are welcome to attend. From 5:00 pm- 8:00 pm, kids are invited to encounter God through song & dance, Bible stories, games, art, and science activities. Dinner is provided and attendance is free! Click the link below to register today! https://forms.gle/iiqg7eRBRWH2uTLE9

02/28/2025

bcmPEACE is having a fun fundraiser tomorrow. Join Us at 1pm here on Hummel Street!!

02/09/2025

Good Morning Harrisburg First! We are planning to have in-person worship today at 10 am. However, as a precaution, our church van will not be able to offer rides to the service today. We encourage those unable to be with us in person to take advantage of our Zoom option or live-stream the service on YouTube.

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89513119078

YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJLqWlboDjnQDcJICzobmRA

"We are called to be a Christ-centered multi-cultural community in the inner city, sharing the love, healing, peace, and justice of Christ."

01/18/2025

Church Family, due to the weather forecast, our All Teams Sunday activities following worship will be postponed to next Sunday, January 26.

Worship will take place as usual beginning at 10am tomorrow. Hope to see you all there!

To join us virtually, check out the church's YouTube channel:
https://www.youtube.com/

12/29/2024

Please consider supporting our partnering organization, Brethren Community Ministries - bcmPEACE , with your end of year giving!

It's the end of the year but you still have a chance to make a difference! Be a part of the change and remember bcmPEACE for your end-of-the-year giving! Donate today! https://app.donorview.com/Donation/DonationInfo?prm=crIivyoGdMHTNLHgfN-flrbKbF0UcEkgVfhFMrZywmHSH9GtOWegKCSUVudPbnvISxiAcL03V3fPXpDZS4EnJ2MF8NUzRxP0V1UwNNhucqTUt67rMKBVMJYrJ1YWllJddDFPAmtb1yuT__C4NzucVkHmGAWFuuJRNlb9-swI5mgqwtc_GLM0_rGFbuVmftYru4rgx-bTzXoGPdBLa5nLg8VVXPBLv6ve8__FOHs15MLPSEa0iXuDRNsuQqe1KHco0

12/03/2024

Please consider supporting our partnering organization, Brethren Community Ministries - bcmPEACE , this Giving Tuesday!!

It's Giving Tuesday! Be a part of the transformation in Allison Hill with bcmPEACE. Click the link below to see what your generous support has accomplished and how you can give today! https://app.dvforms.net/api/dv/ok2873

10/06/2024

Our September 29 service features worship music led by Donna Benson, a special announcement by Jaylene Ortiz, a moment for mission by Andy Brode, Time for Young Disciples led by Ann Van D**e and the preached word by Pastor Lexi from James 5. Join Us Weekly at 219 Hummel Street, Sundays .

Our September 29 service features worship music led by Donna Benson, a special announcement by Jaylene Ortiz, a moment for mission by Andy Bride, Time for Yo...

09/25/2024

For our September 22 worship service, we set up the space in a circle and did a few things differently including popcorn scripture reading, a conversational sermon and singing one of our songs in a canon. The scripture was from James 3 and 4 with music led by the Praise Team and a Time for Young Disciples led by Donna Benson. Join Us Weekly at 219 Hummel Street, Sundays .

For this week's worship, we set up the space in a circle and did a few things differently including popcorn scripture reading, a conversational sermon and si...

09/13/2024

You're Invited to the Harrisburg First Church of the Brethren Worship and Cook-Out in the Park! Join us at Lingle Park, 1100 Pleasant Dr, Harrisburg, PA 17111, for a time of food and fellowship. Service will begin, at the park, at 11:00 am followed by a meal! Transportation to the park will be provided. For those who need a ride please be at First Church before 10:30 am. We hope to see you there!