For more than 125 years, the First Congregational Church of Corona has offered members of the Riverside County, California community a traditional church sanctuary for Christian worship, teaching, fellowship, and more. Affiliated with the United Church of Christ and founded in 1887, it was not only the first Congregational church but also the first church of any denomination to open its doors in Corona. Today, the church maintains its historic traditions with beautiful stained glass windows and harmonious organ pipes while providing ministry services and outreach programs for people of all ages. Music remains an integral part of the worship service at First Congregational Church of Corona, and the deep and resonating sounds of organ music can be heard and experienced at each Sunday service. In 1929, the first organ was installed in the church by the Robert Morton Company of Southern California. From that time forward, organ music has played an important role in the music ministry of the church, with Jeanette Wong serving as the church’s organist today. The church is located at 809 S. Ramona Avenue in the center of downtown Corona’s historic district. It extends a warm and inviting welcome to members and guests with services held each Sunday at 10 a.m. About the Author: Lynn Hildebrand is a long-standing member of First Congregational Church of Corona. She has taught Sunday school, led the children’s choir, and participated in various church boards, including the Mission Board and the Christian Education Board.
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AuthorIn addition to her work with the HSSBV, Lynn Hildebrand maintains an active involvement with the First Congregational Church of Corona, California. As a member of the congregation for over 50 years, she has taught Sunday school, led the children’s choir, and served on the Christian Education and Mission Boards. Archives
February 2018
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