Welcome
We are a progressive Christian community that gathers to listen, speak and act in a spirit of compassion justice and stewardship. Wherever you are on your journey of life and faith, you are welcome here! Sign our guest book to let us know more about you and what you are looking for in a community of faith.
Join Worship
Our Good Friday worship takes place on April 18 at 7p. You can view the bulletin and find the Zoom link for the service here.
Our Easter Sunday worship service takes place at 10am in person and on Zoom. You can view the bulletin and find the Zoom link for the service here.
To view recordings of previous services, visit our YouTube channel. For more information about in person worship, please visit the worship page.
Walk with us this Holy Week
Palm Sunday April 13
10a Worship
Maundy Thursday April 17
6p Meal and Worship at University Baptist Church, 1219 Univ. Ave. SE
Good Friday April 18
7p Worship
Easter Sunday April 20
8a Worship at the Stone Arch Bridge
8:45a Breakfast: free, open to all
10a Worship in the Sanctuary
Wild Church Monthly Gatherings
Join us on the second Saturday of each month from 2–3:30p at the Nicollet Island peace statue. Parking is in the lot by the Nicollet Island Inn. Bring a water bottle and a portable chair if you would rather not stand. Wild Church is a joint ministry of University Lutheran Church of Hope, University Baptist Church and First Church. Learn more about the Wild Church movement.
Use Our Building
Our historic church in southeast Minneapolis is our congregation’s home. It’s also available for rental to the community at large — as a Minneapolis wedding venue, for community meetings, and more.
Learn more about building rental and weddings at First Church