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Who we are
Open and Affirming
We welcome persons of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.
Accessible to All
We are committed to be physically and attitudinally welcoming of people with disabilities.
Committed to Social Justice
We are called to acts of witness, compassion, and empowerment to ensure justice for all.
Lent 2025
A Cross Torn Open to a Broken World
A Cross Torn Open: to a Broken World was inspired by the East Window at St. Martin in-the-fields Church in Trafalgar Square in London. The window, designed by Shirazeh Houshiary in collaboration with her husband, architect Pip Horne, adds light to the Grade I listed church and is one of the most significant pieces of religious art commissioned in modern times.
We believe the appearance of a cross being torn open allows the church to better see the world and, in turn, allows easier access to the church from outside. The Lenten series will walk through seeing both the church and the world through different views.
Lenten Vespers: "Broken Open"
Thursday, April 17 | 7:00 p.m. | Chapel
Jessica Flowers has taught yoga classes in the Madison area since she began teaching yoga six years ago in our Chapel. Last year, she started teaching group classes through Yoga Accessible For All (YAFA) and doing 1:1 yoga sessions through YogAutism. The autism myth-busting shared during YogAutism training was a “breaking open” leading Jessica on an exploration of her own neurodivergence.
Transformation! A Community Art Project
Nearly 30 yards of canvas are waiting for your inspiration. All ages and skill levels are invited to leave their mark through free-form and abstract painting. Individuals and groups are welcome! Transformation painting will be in the Dining Room. Learn more.
The project kicks off Sunday, March 9, and runs through Wednesday, April 2. Public painting hours during Lent:
Sundays: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Dining Room
Tuesdays: 6 – 8 p.m. | Dining Room
Wednesdays: 6 – 8 p.m. | Dining Room (Quiet Paint)
Holy Week at First Cong
The events of Holy Week are the cornerstone of our Christian beliefs. The events are both horrific and promise hope for each of us, and for the world we live in today.
Please join us for the services of Holy Week.