Whittier First Friends Church

05/19/2026

We had the joy of hearing a message from Friends United Meeting Kelly Kellum this past Sunday. He reminded us to encourage one another 💙

05/18/2026

What a special morning on Saturday May 9th in Central Park as friends, family, and community members gathered to celebrate the life and service of our dearly loved Gwen Woirhaye. The Whittier Conservancy dedicated a circle of benches in honor of Gwen and her many years of care, leadership, and commitment to the Whittier community. We were grateful to hear beautiful reflections shared by Mary from the Conservancy and Mayor James Becerra in recognition of Gwen’s lasting impact.

The next time you’re in Uptown, take a moment to sit, rest, and enjoy the bench circle in her memory 🤍

05/15/2026

There’s so much happening at First Friends and in our community in the coming weeks. We hope you’ll join us!

🎤 New Century Singers Whittier Present Roadtrip!
Saturday, May 23 at 3pm
Join the New Century Singers for their Spring Scholarship Concert featuring an afternoon of music, fun, and celebration.

🎶 Music Sunday at First Friends Whittier
Sunday, May 24 at 11am
A special morning centered around music and worship with hymn singing, choir offerings, and a celebration of the gift of music in our community.

🎹 Fire, Wind & A Mystery Organ and Hymns Concert
Tuesday, May 26 at 7:30pm in the Meeting House
Organist Russ Litchfield presents an evening of beautiful organ music and hymns featuring works by J.S. Bach, Flor Peters, and others.

🥗 Batch Cooking Group
Thursday at 6pm in the First Friends kitchen
Batch Cooking is back with this month’s recipe: Sheet Pan Barley Salad! Bring an ingredient to share and containers for leftovers, and enjoy an evening of cooking, conversation, and community together.

🕊️ Peace Cafe
Saturday, May 30 from 5–9:30pm in Fellowship Hall
An evening of social justice through music, poetry, art, and community. Enjoy performances, food, crafts, and connection while supporting our children’s summer Peace Camp. There’s still time to sign up to perform or become a vendor! Contact Jo Nita Beede for more information.

🌈 Pride and Purpose 2026 In Hope We Rise
Friday, June 26 at 7pm
Presented by La Mirada Methodist Church, this joyful evening will include storytelling, music, food, activities, singing, and a community marketplace celebrating pride, hope, and belonging.

We’d love to see you there 🤍

05/02/2026

What a wonderful remembrance of Gwen.

05/01/2026

Join us in Central Park as we celebrate Founders Day with the city of Whittier next Saturday!

We will be alongside Whittier Friends School, our Friends Committee on National Legislature (FCNL) group, as well as other local churches and businesses in our city.

Join us as we spend time with our community!

04/26/2026

PEACE CAFE 🕊️

An Evening of Social Justice through Music, Poetry, Art & Community

Join us for a night of connection and creativity, share your gifts or simply come to enjoy the offerings of others. Music, writing, art, and expression of all kinds are welcome!

There will be food, crafts, and pay-what-you-will donations, with proceeds supporting our children’s summer Peace Camp ☮️

Saturday, May 30 from 5-9:30pm

Hosted by First Friends Church
13205 Philadelphia Ave.
Whittier, CA 90601

Please text Jo Nita at (562) 665-5088 to sign up to perform or get more information! All are welcome to this event 🏳️‍🌈💗🏳️‍⚧️

12/01/2025

In remembrance of Yosh

Yoshio Nakamura lived a century of service, artistry and quiet courage. One of the last surviving members of the famed Japanese American 442nd regiment, Nakamura fought fascism abroad even as his own family was incarcerated at Gila River.

After the war, he became a beloved teacher, mentor and arts leader whose impact can still be felt across Whittier and the San Gabriel Valley. His work hangs in the Guggenheim and the Smithsonian, but his greatest legacy may be the generations of students he inspired.

Read the full story ⬇️

https://lamag.com/news/world-war-ii-hero-artist-and-activist-yoshio-nakamura-dies-at-100/

11/26/2025

Next Tuesday (December 2) at 7:30 pm we will begin a series of Organ and Hymns events at Whittier First Friends Church, A Quaker Meeting as we approach the 50th anniversary of our Harris Organ.

This month will feature Advent hymns with settings by Paul Fey, Gerald Near, Kristina Rizzotto, Alec Rowley, and Mark Sedio. Come join your voice as we sing these Advent hymns together.

11/23/2025

Happy Thanksgiving, dear Friends everywhere.

09/08/2025

Tonight at 7 on Zoom. Session 3. Meeting #202 018 8788.