OPEN & AFFIRMING

We are an OPEN & AFFIRMING (ONA) member of the United Church of Christ.

ONA churches have adopted an “Open and Affirming” covenant welcoming all people, without regard to sexual orientation and gender identity, into the life and ministry of the congregation.

In the United Church of Christ, we are part of a tradition that has no hierarchy. We have no bishops or popes, no elders or superintendents. While the pastor seeks to faithfully illuminate scripture and make it relevant to our daily lives, ultimately she speaks TO us and not necessarily FOR us. We believe that it is up to all Christians to take seriously and wrestle with the ancient stories of our faith in light of current experience and knowledge. However, this is not a solo activity. As a community, we hold one another up and we hold one another accountable, inspiring and lovingly challenging one another as best as we are able. We journey together.

Mission Statement

In response to God’s all-encompassing presence and unconditional love, we at San Marino Congregational Church a worship-centered community, are spreading the Good News of God’s Love to all, working to heal human divisions, and striving for justice and peace.

Open & Affirming Statement

San Marino Congregational United Church of Christ is an Open and Affirming church. We affirm the rich complexity of God’s creation, which includes every person and many forms of family. We welcome into our open communion and community God’s beloved children of all ethnicities, nationalities, ages, genders, sexual orientations, physical or mental limitations, economic and family circumstances, and faith backgrounds. We affirm and celebrate all loving and committed relationships. We commit ourselves to the defense of the spiritual, civic, and human rights of all people, and to the promotion of their well being in our Church and communities.

WHERE ARE WE?

San Marino Congregational Church
United Church of Christ
2560 Huntington Drive
San Marino, CA 91108
626.292.2080

Our campus is located on Huntington Drive in San Marino where Winston meets Del Mar.

It is across the street from San Marino High School 1/2 block West.

Our parking lot is on the south side of the Sanctuary with ample street parking on Del Mar Ave. and Huntington Drive.
See our Campus Map

Our restrooms are wheel chair accessible & there is a ramp directly in front of the sanctuary building.