Ecumenical House - Campus Ministry, San Francisco

Hannah Elyse Cornthwaite

In 1961 six different denominations came together to purchase a house across the street from San Francisco State University. In the early days each denomination had their own campus pastor who used the house as their office and meeting space to work with students. In 1968 campus relations were contentious between the campus administration and students regarding Ethnic Stu

dies. During this time, the EcHouse was active in the protests for Ethnic Studies as a center for organizing, and even offered office space to student groups that were kicked off of campus during that turbulent time. A lot has changed at San Francisco State, and at the EcHouse since then, but one thing that has remained the same - the EcHouse is committed to justice, to the Students of San Francisco State University, and to the radically inclusive message of Jesus Christ! We are active in justice movements of today such as...fighting for full civil rights for lgbtq people and standing in solidarity with victims of extra-judicial killing in the Philippines and with those whose immigration status leaves them vulnerable. All of these efforts are strengthened by our faith. We have bible Study, service opportunities, and seek ways to connect with churches in the city, as well as ways to create Christian community within the San Francisco State community. In 1969 the EcHouse was a gathering place, office space for clergy and student groups, and actively following their faith into a changing world. Today our house is home to 11 students, who also follow their faith into a changing world. Please take some time and check out our website, see what we are up to, and learn a bit about us.