First Congregational Church of Kalamazoo

About this church

First Congregational Church of Kalamazoo is a United Church of Christ congregation that values curiosity more than certainty and describes worship as traditional in practice but modern in love. Open Communion, music, children, teenagers, faith formation, hands-on service, inclusive community, arts, and partnerships housed in the building connect historic worship form with broad welcome.

Sunday worship runs from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Visitors receive a bulletin and may dress in anything from a blazer to jeans. Organ, Chancel Choir, handbells, guest musicians, stained glass, and children’s art all share the sanctuary. Communion is celebrated on the first Sunday each month and is open regardless of age, religious background, or current belief. A staffed basement nursery for babies and toddlers uses two trained adults; families sign in at the Welcome Desk and can take the elevator. Preschoolers may instead use the visible Kids’ Worship Corner near the pulpit. Children’s Worship Arts for kindergarten through grade twelve meets Sunday 9:00–9:45. The Michigan Avenue entrance is accessible, hearing devices are available, limited lot parking is supplemented by free Sunday street parking, and staff and volunteers receive Safe Conduct training. Public pages do not state service streaming or secure pickup procedures.

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Service times

Confirm current times directly with the church before visiting.

Ministries and visitor notes

• Staffed nursery for babies and toddlers — during worship
• Communion open to all — first Sunday during worship
• Chancel Choir and handbells — seasonal rehearsals and worship leadership

Location