Designed by H.M Patterson, the First Congregational Church of Long Beach is an active church built in the Italian Romanesque Revival architectural a style. Built in 1914, the church’s clergy include renowned senior pastor Elena Larssen and pastor John Forrest Douglas. The church even has its well-known musical choir to boast. Added to the U.S National Register of Historic Places in 2012, the church is a redbrick structure, boasting of a high roof that reaches upto the height of 55 feet (16.76 meters) art glass windows and rose windows. It also actively supports the gay, lesbian and transgender community of the city. Whether you want to attend mass or check out a splendid historical structure and a local landmark, then the First Congregational Church of Long Beach is where you should be headed.
Website: firstchurchlb.org
Phone: (562) 436-2256
Cross Streets: Between W Maple Way and W 3rd St
241 Cedar Ave Long Beach, CA 90802 ·2190.49 mi
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yelpWhen I return to SoCal I plan on joining this church! I was impressed by the friendliness, attentiveness, and dedication of the entire FCC staff during our wedding planning and on the actual day...
MoreOnce upon a time, it was a day to celebrate the life of a good man, Laverne David. The church was beautiful and accommodated all who were present comfortably. This historical church is...
MoreThis is a new home for me as a new resident to Long Beach. I'm Presbyterian by baptism. I love this ministry as they are open to all people and seek justice for all. They also offer many weekend...
MoreA religious show !! A must go ! Coffee and donuts after the service . A non denominational. Church
MoreThis review concerns the beautiful architecture and truly welcoming staff we encountered when attending a concert here last evening. They were helpful in acquainting everyone with seating for this...
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