About the Church

The First Congregational Church was founded in April 1898 by a group of faithful men and women who met in the Old Earle School House on Mussey Grade Road.  Later, from 1904-1907 the church met in the Town Hall while plans were being made for a permanent location.  On February 24, 1907, the new church building was dedicated at its current location. Since that time the church has been in continuous service to Ramona and the surrounding area. Our church membership is currently about 425 members, joined together for worship and spiritual growth, for fellowship and Christian service.

Our church belongs to the United Church of Christ, a denomination which came into being in 1957 by the merger of the Congregational Christian and the Evangelical and Reformed churches.  This larger church body assists each local congregation by offering guidance and service in matters relating to ministry, worship, education, evangelism, stewardship and Christian mission work at home and abroad.

Each local congregation elects its own officers, calls its own ministers and determines its own constitution , by-laws and mission statement.  Ultimate authority resides in the whole body  of the membership at each church. 

Many opportunities are offered for the worship and service of God... whether one is a member of long standing, a new member or contemplating joining the church.  We hope that these pages will provide you with an introduction to the life and ministries of First Congregational Church. Above all, we hope that you will visit with us on a Sunday and be a part of our church family.

Worship Services

The Sunday morning schedule includes worship in the Sanctuary, Church School and Fellowship.  Each Sunday our congregation gathers for worship at 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. Our 9:00 a. m. service is a worship expression that includes the traditional hymns and liturgy of the Christian church. Our 10:15 a.m. service is a bit more informal and is designed to help those without a traditional church background feel more comfortable. Familiar songs and children's events are an important part of this service. We invite you to find the worship experience that speaks most clearly to you… and to join us each Sunday.  We welcome all visitors and encourage you to join us in worship and the many other activities, missions and service in the church. 

Church Staff
Pastor Elect - Rev. David Auten
Pastor Emeritus - Rev. Alex Dreese
Sacred Arts Director - Sue Trukken
Organist - Rev. Floyd Ellison
Children's Center Director - Patty Mussen
Interim Sunday School Director - Amanda Ellis
Youth Ministry Director - Wes Ellis
Church Secretary - Joanne Glaudini
Financial Secretary - Alicia Gonzales

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