First Christian Church

All Are Welcome!

First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) is a loving community of faith that welcomes all who seek the peace that only God can provide. The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) is a mainline Christian denomination. The identity statement of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) states:

“We are Disciples of Christ, a movement for wholeness in a fragmented world. As part of the one body of Christ we welcome all to the Lord’s Table as God has welcomed us.”

First Christian Church is part of the Christian Church in PA, the first FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH (Disciples of Christ) in the US and Canada.

WORSHIP SERVICES

10:30 AM on Sundays

LOCATION

615 E Beau Street, Washington, PA 15301

Worship Services

Sunday mornings 10:30 AM – A traditional service in a liturgical format that includes hymns, praise songs, prayer, scripture readings, special music, Holy Communion, and a biblical message relevant to today. Worship services are traditional or contemporary and sometimes hybrid.

Childcare & Sunday School

Childcare is available during worship service. Let us know your needs in advance if you can. Otherwise, we will be flexible to your needs. We are currently looking to fill a position in our nursery. Please contact the church if you are interested in applying.

Youth Group

Our youth meet at 11:45 AM following the worship service on the first Sunday of each month in the church. They study topics of current interest, take field trips, have lunch, and play games for teenagers. The group leaders are Barbara & Bryan Jones.

Caregivers Support Group

This group focuses on the needs of people who have the responsibility of caring for others. Meetings are held at the church on the first Tuesday of every month. Staffed by the Area Agency on Aging.

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Contact

PASTOR”S CLASS

Beginning Sunday, March 16 Rev. Dr. Keys will be teaching his Pastor’s Class following Church Service. Anyone interested in attending should contact Rev. Dr. Keys.

CONGRATULATIONS

The Washington County Community Foundations 2025 recipient of the Louis E. Waller Humanitarian is our own Rev. Dr. Keys. The award was presented to Rev. Dr. Keys on Tuesday, Feb. 25.

THE LIVING LAST SUPPER

Thursday, April 17 7:00 PM

Please join us for a presentation of the Living Last Supper. Join the members of First Christian Church and the Washington community as this live production is presented.

FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH HOSTS BETHANY COLLEGE SCOTT LECTURES

Monday, April 28 & Tuesday, April 29

Dean Fred Smith, Candler School of Theology, Emory University

CONGRATULATIONS

First Christian Church was the winner of the People’s Choice Award during the Washington City MIssion’s Sweet Sunday Fundraiser. The receipe, for Soft Italian Biscotti was from the kitchen of Mrs. Jeannine Montacalvo, a long time member of FCC and the mother of Coach Guy Montecalvo.

Upcoming Events

WE ARE FULLY HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE
For those who have difficulty with steps or are in a wheelchair, the entrance from the parking lot provides access to our sanctuary, classrooms & restrooms. We can assist with wheelchairs if requested.

We practice unity and inclusion at the Lord’s Table, we do this by celebrating Holy Communion every Sunday. We welcome you as part of God’s family.

You will find that First Christian is a place where people from different backgrounds have found a caring community. We welcome all persons to our fellowship and sacraments.

If you’re looking for a church, we encourage you to take the time to get to know First Christian Church, join us for fellowship and worship. Our doors are open to all, our welcome is extended, and our message is based on the Love of God.

We believe and practice New Testament Christianity, the preaching of the word, believer’s baptism, community service, social justice and Christian unity. We strive to express the Christian message in new and exciting ways to connect to all segments of the population.

We are a Christ-centered congregation, that strives to be faithful and grow through our worship, prayer and Bible study, to grow in love through fellowship, and our Christian spirituality; to be a growing church, with a passion for social justice, that demonstrates true community through community and global mission outreach in service.

We believe in the thorough historical research of the scriptures and an intellectual awareness of contemporary social trends.

What Should I Wear?

For our Sunday service, some people wear their “Sunday best,” others come in “business casual” dress and some come in jeans and casual shirts. You decide what’s most comfortable for you.

How to Contribute?

Contribute to the ministries of our church by using this on-line giving service. Traditional offerings are collected during our worship service. We thank you for your support, for God loves a cheerful giver.