Fremont First is a warm, inclusive Christian Community in the heart of Fremont California. We invite diversity by respecting differing voices, views and experiences, yet we are unified by our mission: to manifest the love of Jesus Christ in the community and the world.
At Fremont First, we seek to follow Jesus’ teachings and example, especially the commandment to love our neighbor unconditionally. We invite you to join us in worship, in communion, in fellowship, in study and in service to others.
We welcome you and your family into the life of Fremont First, regardless of your skin color, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental capacity, religious background, family configuration, economic means or immigration status.
As the people of the United Methodist Church, we practice opening our hearts, opening our minds and opening our doors. You are welcome here.
Current Service and Activity Information
Due to the pandemic, we have moved many of our activities online. We will re-open as soon as it is safe to do so.
We’d love to see you on Zoom for our services, classes and studies. You are also welcome to join us for prayer and Communion in the Sanctuary on Wednesdays.
Every Sunday Service is at 10 am on Zoom.
This section is normally updated weekly on Saturday before the next day’s Sunday service. The words to hymns are projected as part of the service.
Information for March 7:
This is Communion Sunday. Please have bread and grape juice or wine available.
Zoom Link for all Sunday services:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84495388042?pwd=dkdVQWQwQVpIYjZoRzFodFNqeUN2QT09
Meeting ID: 844 9538 8042 Passcode: amen
One tap mobile +16699006833,,84495388042#,,,,*526573# US (San Jose)
Rev. Swisher’s sermon for Martin Luther King Sunday
Rev. Swisher, our guest preacher, gave a truly inspiring sermon last Sunday. If you’ve not listened yet, this is a great opportunity.
He also has a Mosaic interview from 2019 that is well worth seeing. The topic is Learning to Forgive.
The sermon video starts with Pastor Hee Soon’s introduction.
Additional Activities
- Daily devotions may be helpful. The Methodist Prayer daily office is very nourishing.
- Women’s Bible Study Group: This activity is paused for Lent. We encourage you to join our Lenten study during this time.
- Centering Prayer Meditation on Sundays (7:00pm) and Tuesdays (9:30am)
20 minutes for mediation, 15 minutes for sharing and Q & A weekly. Beginners are always welcome.
Zoom Link is new as of 10/4/2020 : https://zoom.us/j/962494843;
Meeting ID: 962 494 843; passcode amen
The link is the same for every meeting. - Wednesday Mid-Day Prayer and Holy Communion.
The Sanctuary will be open 12 Noon to 2pm. Pastor Hee-Soon offers a blessing of Holy Communion at noon. The blessed elements are available until 2:00pm. Please feel free to come to have communion, and sit in the presence of God. (Individual prefilled Juice & gluten-free bread) - Helping – Please know that we have a “shopping for others” program where someone could buy groceries and other essentials on behalf of someone who cannot go shopping due to COVID-19. We have several volunteers.
- Please contact Pastor Hee Soon if you need pastoral care.
We join in Tri-City Interfaith Council’s Statement on Black Lives Matter
In response to the violent murders of Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, George Floyd, and the many named and unnamed victims of racial violence, the Tri-City Interfaith Council stands in solidarity with our Black siblings in proclaiming that Black Lives Matter. We are heartbroken for the lives lost and the families left behind to grieve.
We refuse to be silent in the face of the systemic racism that has plagued our nation for the past 400 years and endures today. We will raise our voices against racial injustice whenever and wherever it is found.
We actively support systemic change and will work toward a justice system that truly values Black lives. We join Black Lives Matters in pursuing an end to the culture of police violence in this nation.
As we work to eradicate racial injustice, we will examine our own attitudes and actions. We will strive to end personal and structural racism, while encouraging others to do the same.
As people of diverse faith traditions and spiritual paths, we believe in the value and dignity of all human life. We choose, and will promote, compassion, respect, non-violence, and equality for Black people everywhere.
We pray that this culture of violence and white dominance in our nation will be healed, not just in word, but by our actions, attitudes, policies, and practices.
We affirm that Black Lives Matter.
Our Doors are Wide Open to Everyone.
