The Community Congregational United Church of Christ, or CCUCC, prides itself on being an all-inclusive church. It accepts everyone in the community, regardless of race, age, socioeconomic status or sexual orientation. The church had its first meetings in a sugar beet factory in 1896 and was simply called the "community church." Over the years, this church has transformed itself into a progressive establishment. CCUCC also owns and operates the nondenominational Mayflower preschool nearby. Sunday service is at 10am.
Established in 1939, the Orinda Community Church is a progressive and welcoming congregation of the United Church of Christ. The congregation is a self-governing, self-supporting, and open-minded spiritual community with a tradition of lifelong learning, great music, and bold vision. The Reverend Frank Baldwin currently serves as pastor. For more information, visit the website.
First Congregational Church was first established in Santa Cruz in 1857. In the 1950s, the church moved to its current location on High Street.
The church offers two services on Sundays, both at 10:30am. One is a traditional choir service, the other a jazz and gospel service.
First Congregational Church is inclusive and invites anyone to attend. Its policy on inclusiveness states, "We welcome all who seek to walk with God as we have come to recognize in the life and teaching of Jesus Christ, denying no one full participation in the life of this church on the basis of race, ethnic origin, worldly condition, age, gender, sexual orientation, or any other particular element of his or her total humanity."
The church offers a limited number of parking spaces to UC Santa Cruz students. There is space for the community to rent out for various events.
The Community Church of Mill Valley was founded in 1925 to "provide a Christian fellowship where all who are searching for the meaning of life, regardless of background, might freely worship and serve," according to a church bulletin in 1969.
The church held services at the Outdoor Arts Club until 1930, when it moved to its current location at Throckmorton Avenue and Olive Street. The church established its denominational affiliation with the United Church of Christ in 1962. Today, five generations worship at the Community Church.
Perhaps the church's greatest achievement came in December 1972 with the creation and establishment of The Redwoods, the affordable housing retirement center that has grown to house 350 residents and become a vital part of the community.
Eden United Church of Christ welcomes people of all backgrounds. It offers Sunday services, as well as youth programs and yoga classes throughout the week. The Chartres-style Christian labyrinth is available for contemplation during regular business hours or after services. In addition, the church's large rooms can be reserved for weddings, memorial services and special events.
Altadena Community Chuch was founded in 1940 and joined the United Church of Christ in 1967. It is affiliated with the United Church of Christ Peace and Justice church. Its congregation is diverse and includes members of the LGBT community. In addition to worship services, it offers youth programming, choir membership and study groups.
Elk Grove Congregational Church United Church of Christ is located on Melrose Ave which is right off of Elk Grove Blvd. This Church of Christ is open to all persons of every race, age, orientation, and religious backgrounds. It also hosts worship for their members as well as bible study every week. Other church activities include Children's Church, Chancel Choir, and Prayer Circle.
