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Welcome & Bienvenida/os

You're invited to our supportive, vibrant, accepting community of religious free thinkers.
Our mission is to create community, to nurture spiritual growth, and to act on our values to help heal the world.
Nuestra misión es crear comunidad, fomentar el crecimiento spiritual y vivir nuestros valores para ayudar a sanar el mundo.
View our aspiration, principles, and sources.

Hillcrest Sunday Services

Sundays, 10:00 am in the Meeting House 
In-person service AND simultaneous livestream - both with ASL
Join us online via our live stream on YouTube .
To watch past services go to our Messages page.
Next Sunday Worship Service: 
"The Blessings of Congregational Conflict"
Rev. Terasa Cooley, Guest Minister
Sunday, February 12,  2023, 10 am PST

South Bay Sunday Services

1st and 3rd Sundays at 10:00 am in Suite 104
In-person indoor service

​Feel free to hang out for outdoor social hour afterwards. 
​
Next Sunday Worship Service:
Rev. Dr. Omega Burckhardt, Assistant Minister​
Sunday, February 19,  2023, 10 am PST
Combined Virtual Social Hour: Sundays at 11 am​

New to First UU?

We warmly welcome you! Visit our Welcome Newcomers Page.

Calendar

For events, meetings, classes, etc. see our Calendar.  ​

Join us for the next Board Chat

​Sunday, January 1 at 12:30 pm. Launch Board Chat

News

150th Kickoff Festival
150th Celebration Kickoff Festival was a hit!
Our 150th kickoff celebration on January 28th was a big hit. In the morning, members gathered to visit on the lower patio and enjoy the sunshine. Our sound therapist Terry provided healing sound sessions, which were very popular, while others enjoyed the meandering magician and fascinating historical art show by John Keasler, which lined the walls of Bard Hall. 
Soon enough it was time for our short program in the Meeting House with special music and visiting dignitaries. Highlights included a message from council member Chris Ward (a church member) and San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria, who provided a special proclamation.  Read more and view photos.​

Sebastian at the Pantry
From My Eyes: A Day at the Diaper Pantry, by Sebastian Hochgesang, 10 years old
My name is Sebastian. I'm 10 years old and I go to Martin Elementary.  We have been volunteering at the Diaper Pantry since it first opened. My mom and I started volunteering about a year and a half ago.  In the beginning, it was a little bit hard, but eventually I got used to it.  It was nice to know other people in the community. And my mom and I usually go for a treat after we volunteer. Read more.

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Shop our new online Store 
Show your UU Pride! We are now offering t-shirts, hoodies, hats and more in our online store - all featuring our vibrant sesquicentennial logo. Items are printed on demand and shipped directly to you. Browse our store.

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Safe Reopening

First Church is navigating our new normal. Read more and sign the Health Safety Covenant.

Downloads

2021-2022 Annual Report
The Window - Weekly Newsletter
First Words Magazine

Social Justice

Let service be your prayer.
​View Social Justice Actions.

Facilities

Planning a wedding or special event? Visit our Facilities page.

Staying Connected

From our weekly live stream worship service and online social hour to our Family Ministry activities, Facebook Groups, meditation videos and online meetings, we are thriving together virtually until we can be together in person again. We heartily invite you to turn isolation into inspiration by joining us online. For a growing collection of ways to connect, Staying Connected page. 
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(619) 298-9978  |  Staff Directory
Hillcrest campus 4190 Front Street, San Diego, CA. 92103  |  South Bay campus 970 Broadway, Chula Vista, CA. 91911
  For GPS to our Hillcrest Campus, please use 298 W Arbor Dr., San Diego, CA 92103
For directions, parking and more see our Contact page.
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  • Home
  • Worship
    • Messages
    • Online Worship
    • Participate in a Service
    • Principles & Sources
  • Connections
    • Welcome Newcomers! > >
      • Visiting First UU
      • What is UUism?
      • Become a Member
    • Groups from A-Z > >
      • Affinity Groups
      • Archives
      • Art Guild
      • Christian Study Group
      • Earth Centered Spirituality Circle
      • Looking Glass Theatre
      • Meditation
      • Men's Fellowship
      • Neighborhood Groups
      • UU Seniors
      • Wisdom Circles
    • Member Networking
    • Listening Circles
    • Restorative Process
  • Music
    • Vocal Ensembles
    • Handbell Ensemble
    • Children and Youth Music Program
    • About Our Music Team
  • Education
    • Children's RE > >
      • Family Ministry Library
      • Children's RE Registration
    • Adult Faith Formation
    • Family Ministry > >
      • All Church Camp
    • Youth Programs
    • Young Adult & Campus Ministry
    • Our Whole Lives (OWL)
    • SD Co-op Preschool
  • Programs
    • Caring
    • Food Pantry
    • Larger UU Connections > >
      • Denominational Relations
      • Friends of De Benneville Pines
      • Philippines Partner Church
      • Transylvania Partner Church
      • UU Service Committee
    • Leadership Development
    • Social Justice > >
      • Social Justice Executive Team
      • Climate Justice
      • Generosity Offerings
      • Organizing for Justice
      • Palestine-Israel Justice Group
      • Rainbow Action
      • Reproductive Justice
      • Sanctuary
      • SOLACE
      • Uptown Community Service Center
    • Ushering
  • Giving
    • Donations > >
      • Pledging
      • Planned Giving
      • Donate Your Vehicle
      • Donate Flowers
    • Dining for Dollars D4$
    • B&B Program > >
      • B&B Guest Registration
      • B&B Hosting > >
        • B&B Host Application
    • Specialty Sale
    • Shop and Support!
  • News
    • Front Street Productions
    • Blog
    • The Window - Weekly Bulletin
    • First Words Magazine
  • About
    • For Members > >
      • Member's Login
      • Board Login
    • Our Ministers
    • Our Staff
    • Calendar
    • 150th Celebration
    • Facilities > >
      • Campus Maps
      • Ceremonies
      • Hillcrest Campus
      • South Bay Campus
      • Facilities Use Request Form
    • Forms
    • Governance > >
      • 8th Principle
      • Journey Toward Wholeness > >
        • Black History Month
      • Reopening Team
      • Strategic Planning > >
        • Funding our Future
        • Visioning The Future
    • Our History
  • Contact
    • Ministers and Staff
    • Website Update Form
    • MAG Contact Form
    • Privacy and Terms