First Congregational United Church of Christ
United Church of Christ
171 West Pulteney Street
Corning, NY 14830
First Congregational United Church of Christ is a medium-sized church located in Corning, NY. Our church was founded in 1890 and is associated with the United Church of Christ (UCC).
What to Expect at First Congregational United Church of Christ
Leaders:
Henry Pascual, Pastor
Jennifer Fais, Treasurer
Brenda Passmore, Administrative Assistant
Service Times:
Sunday 10:00am
Service Details
- Formal and informal attire most common
- Blend of traditional and contemporary worship style
- Printed worship bulletin
- Communion
- Congregational readings
- Location: Steuben County
- Parking: Private lot
- Wheelchair accessible: Yes
- Saturday evening service: No
- Multi-site church: No
- Primary language used: English
Ministries and Programs
- Children's ministry
- Youth or teen ministry
- Christian school
- Adult education
- Missions
- Young adult ministry
- Men/women's ministry
- Choir
- Weddings/receptions
- Funerals
- Other ministries and programs: Community gardens for area food pantries
Additional Info About Our Church
Welcome to the First Congregational United Church of Christ of Corning, NY, an Open and Affirming Congregation of the United Church of Christ. We welcome members, friends, family and guests. We welcome believers solid in their faith and we welcome those who are questioning believers. Wherever you are on life's journey, you are welcome here!
At First Congregational United Church of Christ Corning, we are committed to creating an environment in which everyone feels welcome and safe to worship, to inquire, to celebrate, to build relationships, and to belong - and by doing so, to grow in faith and discipleship.
Mission:
We believe that we are all made in the image of God and that we are called to celebrate our God-given identities regardless of age, class, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, physical ability, marital status, race, ethnicity, or mental ability. As Jesus calls us to love each other as we are loved by God, we welcome, affirm, and support all people into our full life and ministry.
Vision:
The First Congregational United Church of Christ in Corning is a source of Christian leadership in the greater Corning Community. Our vision is to demonstrate our faith in Christ in all relationships throughout our individual and corporate life, increase active Christian ministries in the community, and to achieve membership growth. We share our blessings with the world, the community in which we live and work, and among our members. The distinctive feature of the congregation is that we are a servant people and our members proclaim their choice to act on their faith. We engage in ministry utilizing a multitude of forms, e.g. hands on, small group, in person, using printed materials, and evolving technologies. We strive to create a worshiping community that praises and gives thanks to God; a worship service that fosters spiritual growth and wholeness, encourages public application of scripture, and invites reflection, prayer, and action in response to the critical and special needs of all participants. We nurture relationships that are renewing, refreshing, energizing, and vibrant with people of every faith and people that are renewing, refreshing, energizing, and vibrant with people of every faith and people seeking faith, welcoming all people. (adopted April 28, 2002