We've been in ministry since 1892.  First Congregational Church
greater Phoenix, Arizona East Valley. Grounded in our New
England roots and in our affiliation with the United Church of
Christ (UCC), our intergenerational membership composed of
families, single adults and students is diverse. Coming from many
different places, geographical locations, and affiliations, we hold a
common commitment to Christ. We are also proud of our
ministries during the last several years.
Our Pastor is the Reverend Pamela Hines
  • We participate with other ministries across the globe, Heifer Project donors, volunteers, staff
    and project partners strive daily to build communities, distribute resources fairly, improve
    access to education and preserve our environment.
  • Tumbleweed opened the Tempe Youth Resource Center at our church to serve at-risk
    children and teens.
  • First Church and TCAA partnered to help end homelessness and feed Tempe’s teen and frail
    elderly population.
  • In 2001, we were honored with the City of Tempe’s Diversity Award with our neighbors,
    the Islamic Community Center for our work in faith and understanding following 9/11.
  • In 2002, we were honored as co-recipients with TEAM (Tempe Emergency Assistance
    Ministries) for our interfaith community outreach.
  • Throughout the year we collect toiletries, clothing, and other needed items to help support
    Children First Academy of Tempe and their children.
About Us
God is still speaking,
"Never place a period, where God has placed a comma"
-Gracie Allen
First Congregational Church of Tempe
United Church of Christ
101 E. Sixth St.
Tempe, AZ 85281