First Christian Church of Orange (Disciples of Christ)

First Christian Church of Orange (Disciples of Christ) First Christian Church of Orange is an open and affirming congregation in Orange, CA.
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We gather together as a community of faith to strengthen each other in bonds of love and fellowship. In this community of faith you can discover the hope and encouragement needed to meet the daily challenges of life. Here you can cultivate a joyous and meaningful relationship with God and Jesus Christ, and we will support you in all your efforts. We are an Open and Affirming Congregation, welcoming all people no matter what age, ethnicity, nationality, gender or sexual orientation.

06/14/2026

Join us for worship in-person or online Sundays at 10am PST!

Join us on Sunday, June 14 at 10:00 am for a special musical celebration as the FCCO Chancel Choir and Orchestra present...
06/12/2026

Join us on Sunday, June 14 at 10:00 am for a special musical celebration as the FCCO Chancel Choir and Orchestra present Te Deum by Robert Allen Petker. Featuring nine guest instrumentalists, this uplifting and inspiring work marks a grand finale to the choir’s season. You won’t want to miss this powerful morning of music! All are Welcome! We hope you'll join us!

Get your spot today for The Rainbow Café!Join us Friday, June 12 at 6:00 pm at First Christian Church of Orange for an e...
06/11/2026

Get your spot today for The Rainbow Café!

Join us Friday, June 12 at 6:00 pm at First Christian Church of Orange for an evening of live music, community, and celebration featuring Bishop Decker, Mel Fine, Jarli Rivera, and David Ruby.

Admission is free, and all donations support LGBTQ Center OC’s Youth & Young Adult Programs, providing affirming spaces, mental health support, leadership opportunities, and vital community resources for LGBTQIA+ youth across Orange County.

Don’t miss this joyful night of music and connection!
RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rainbow-cafe-tickets-1989923598049

Meet the Musicians of the Rainbow Cafe!David Ruby (they/them) is a musician, speaker, and producer. A graduate of Chapma...
06/10/2026

Meet the Musicians of the Rainbow Cafe!

David Ruby (they/them) is a musician, speaker, and producer. A graduate of Chapman University, they have worked in television for the last ten years, while working as a musician in progressive Christian settings around Orange County and Los Angeles. They specialize creative event experiences, and are also a chef and Level 1 Sommelier, passionate about gathering around a table that welcomes all.

Meet the Musicians of the Rainbow Cafe!Jarli Rivera (he/they) is a healing artist dedicated to supporting local music an...
06/08/2026

Meet the Musicians of the Rainbow Cafe!

Jarli Rivera (he/they) is a healing artist dedicated to supporting local music and art scenes. They advocate for the process to learn, play, and create art that challenges people to be seen for who they are. They are a multi-instrumentalist composer with a wide range of contrasting pieces; earning their Masters of Music in composition from the B.C. Conservatory at CSU Puvungna Jarli Rivera is with a performance art piece revealing how gender socialization promotes cultural harm. Their current practice at Brain and Body is in community creative arts healing. When they are not mentoring young musicians; they spend their time reading, practicing archery, and sound near a tree.

06/07/2026

Join us for worship in-person or online Sundays at 10am PST!

Meet the Musicians of the Rainbow Cafe!Mel Fine writes songs for the feelings we all have but rarely say out loud. The c...
06/06/2026

Meet the Musicians of the Rainbow Cafe!

Mel Fine writes songs for the feelings we all have but rarely say out loud. The colorful LA-based folk-pop artist, songwriter, and producer pairs catchy pop melodies with vivid storytelling that leaves listeners thinking, “that’s so relatable.”

A Berklee College of Music alum, Keychange U.S. artist, and winner of the Gibson Gives LGBT Emerging Artist Award, Mel has racked up over 350,000 streams, scored sync placements on General Hospital, and played over 100 venues (including LA staples like Hotel Café and Moroccan Lounge). Between releasing their own music and landing in writer's rooms at Warner Music and Paramount Studios, Mel is a voice you're going to be hearing a lot more of. For more info, visit melfinemusic.com, or follow Mel on all socials at .

Meet the Musicians of the Rainbow Cafe! Bishop Decker (she/they) is a q***r singer-songwriter currently based in Los Ang...
06/04/2026

Meet the Musicians of the Rainbow Cafe!

Bishop Decker (she/they) is a q***r singer-songwriter currently based in Los Angeles, by way of Vermont, New Zealand, Indiana, and Minnesota. Their lyrics frequently explore existential and spiritual themes, and their general style has been compared to artists like The Indigo Girls, The Weepies, and Soccer Mommy.

Join us this Sunday for our annual Pride Sunday service at 10:00 am! This year’s service will feature a group of storyte...
06/03/2026

Join us this Sunday for our annual Pride Sunday service at 10:00 am! This year’s service will feature a group of storytellers sharing reflections on our theme, “Queerfully & Wonderfully Made,” honoring the beauty, resilience, and sacred worth of LGBTQ+ lives and experiences.

Following worship, stay for a special Pride Reception as we continue the celebration with food, fellowship, and community.

All Are Welcome. All Are Loved. All Belong Here. 💜🌈

The Rainbow Cafe is open!Join us for an unforgettable evening of live music, community, and celebration! We are thrilled...
06/03/2026

The Rainbow Cafe is open!

Join us for an unforgettable evening of live music, community, and celebration! We are thrilled to welcome Bishop Decker, Mel Fine, Jarli Rivera, and David Ruby to the stage for a night filled with incredible performances and meaningful connection.

🎟️ Admission is completely free!
Donations will be gratefully accepted throughout the evening, with all proceeds directly benefiting the LGBTQ Center OC’s Youth & Young Adult Programs, helping provide affirming spaces, leadership opportunities, mental health support, education, and community resources for LGBTQIA+ youth and young adults across Orange County.

Come celebrate great music and community pride with us!

📅 Date: Saturday, June 12th, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:00 pm
📍 Location: First Christian Church of Orange
🗺️ Address: 1130 E Walnut Ave, Orange, CA 92867
RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rainbow-cafe-tickets-1989923598049?aff=oddtdtcreator

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1130 E Walnut Avenue
Orange, CA
92867

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