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4th & Race St., Philadelphia, PA 19106 - Parking Pass - Tel: 215-922-4566
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   * Meet Michael (Our Pastor)
 * Worship
   * Sundays
   * Sunday School
   * Baptism
   * Weddings
   * Advent Devotions
 * Serve
   * Volunteer
   * Donate
 * What’s Up?
   * Calendar
   * Blog
   * Photo Wall
   * Members Info
 * Know Us
   * Meet Our Community
   * Old First Staff
   * UCC (Our Denomination)
   * History of Old First (historical tours offered Wed., Thurs., Fri., 10 am to
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   * Book Our Spaces
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 * Newbie
   * Love First-Our Credo
   * Hangout With Us
   * Meet Michael (Our Pastor)
 * Worship
   * Sundays
   * Sunday School
   * Baptism
   * Weddings
   * Advent Devotions
 * Serve
   * Volunteer
   * Donate
 * What’s Up?
   * Calendar
   * Blog
   * Photo Wall
   * Members Info
 * Know Us
   * Meet Our Community
   * Old First Staff
   * UCC (Our Denomination)
   * History of Old First (historical tours offered Wed., Thurs., Fri., 10 am to
     1 pm)
   * Book Our Spaces
   * Get in Touch
 * Archives


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MEET OUR COMMUNITY

Come and experience the love at Old First.

 * I grew up in a blended family.I’m very close to all of my siblings/cousins/
   aunts/uncles. Family and close friends are everything to me. I love anything
   involving history, interior design, good food and--even better--cocktails.
   Old First is my first UCC "experience." As the Outreach Coordinato...
   
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   I grew up in a blended family.I’m very close to all of my siblings/cousins/
   aunts/uncles. Family and close friends are everything to me. I love anything
   involving history, interior design, good food and--even better--cocktails.
   Old First is my first UCC "experience." As the Outreach Coordinator for the
   church, I’m enjoying getting to know more and more about the domination and
   incorporating the traditions/beliefs and openness into my Christian journey.
   
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   Alesha
   Old Firster since 2016, Lives in West Mt Airy
   
   
   
   

 * I raised beef cattle to put myself through college, had a brief career as a
   teacher, went to Seminary, tried the church but found my ministry in hospice.
   Now I volunteer at Old First, Pennsylvania Hospital, and William Way
   Community Center.
   
   Clark
   Old Firster since 2013, Lives in Headhouse Square
   
   
   
   

 * Born in Washington DC, raised in Virginia, I moved to Philadelphia for
   college and have lived in the Delaware Valley for 25 years (Bucks Co., NJ).
   The youngest of four, I am married (16 years) with two children (31 yo
   step-son, 12 yo daughter). Baptized Episcopalian, confirmed Presbyterian,
   re...
   
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   Born in Washington DC, raised in Virginia, I moved to Philadelphia for
   college and have lived in the Delaware Valley for 25 years (Bucks Co., NJ).
   The youngest of four, I am married (16 years) with two children (31 yo
   step-son, 12 yo daughter). Baptized Episcopalian, confirmed Presbyterian,
   re-confirmed Catholic, then found UCC after a long break from church.
   Left-handed Pisces with eclectic tastes.
   
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   Susan
   Old Firster since 2006, Lives in Northern Liberties
   
   
   
   

 * I love living and working in Philadelphia, and I love worshiping at Old
   First! I stay active by running, yoga-ing, and trapeze-ing.
   
   Carrie
   Old Firster since 2013, Lives in Bella Vista
   
   
   
   

 * Moved to Philadelphia after high school to work for the denomination's
   national church offices. Have served as Old First's financial secretary.
   
   Gerry
   Old Firster since 1974, Lives in Center City
   
   
   
   

 * I chase a toddler, because it's fun. I work for you, because it's my calling.
   I go to church, because it helps me be a better person.
   
   Jonathan
   Old Firster since 2001, Lives in Center City
   
   
   
   

 * Between managing a small independent pharmacy in Elkins Park and helping out
   with my grandkids, I stay pretty busy. My two cats keep me company when I'm
   home. Old First helps me keep things in proper perspective and stay sane.
   
   Darla
   Old Firster since 2012, Lives in Fishtown
   
   
   
   

 * Lionel Messi is proof of God's greatness.  Ya, ok - my lovely wife and kids
   too. Umm, trees?  yes, holy cow (oops!), and the whales.  yes, all 'em
   creatures.
   
   Bula
   Old Firster since 2009, Lives in Old City
   
   
   
   

 * Spring is my favorite season, I love the energy, the blooming, growing
   things, in spite of sneezing for months with seasonal allergies. I'm a
   happily married grandma and mother to 2 wonderful adults. I love to learn, to
   read, cook, quilt and make music. I enjoy movies and plays of all kinds so...
   
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   Spring is my favorite season, I love the energy, the blooming, growing
   things, in spite of sneezing for months with seasonal allergies. I'm a
   happily married grandma and mother to 2 wonderful adults. I love to learn, to
   read, cook, quilt and make music. I enjoy movies and plays of all kinds so I
   usher at 2 theaters in Phila. and one movie theater.
   
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   Teresa
   Old Firster since 2016, Lives in Wyncote, PA
   
   
   
   

 * I am a Massachusetts girl with an Alabama heart living in Philadelphia. I
   have lived in Philly since 2005 and started attending Old First in 2010. I am
   passionate about higher education, the advancement of womanhood,
   philanthropy, working out, food and your 2017 Super Bowl Champions - the New
   ...
   
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   I am a Massachusetts girl with an Alabama heart living in Philadelphia. I
   have lived in Philly since 2005 and started attending Old First in 2010. I am
   passionate about higher education, the advancement of womanhood,
   philanthropy, working out, food and your 2017 Super Bowl Champions - the New
   England Patriots.
   
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   Beth
   Old Firster Since 2010, Lives in Fairmount
   
   
   
   

 * I grew up in a blended family.I’m very close to all of my siblings/cousins/
   aunts/uncles. Family and close friends are everything to me. I love anything
   involving history, interior design, good food and--even better--cocktails.
   Old First is my first UCC "experience." As the Outreach Coordinato...
   
   Read More
   
   I grew up in a blended family.I’m very close to all of my siblings/cousins/
   aunts/uncles. Family and close friends are everything to me. I love anything
   involving history, interior design, good food and--even better--cocktails.
   Old First is my first UCC "experience." As the Outreach Coordinator for the
   church, I’m enjoying getting to know more and more about the domination and
   incorporating the traditions/beliefs and openness into my Christian journey.
   
   Read Less
   Alesha
   Old Firster since 2016, Lives in West Mt Airy
   
   
   
   

 * I raised beef cattle to put myself through college, had a brief career as a
   teacher, went to Seminary, tried the church but found my ministry in hospice.
   Now I volunteer at Old First, Pennsylvania Hospital, and William Way
   Community Center.
   
   Clark
   Old Firster since 2013, Lives in Headhouse Square
   
   
   
   

 * Born in Washington DC, raised in Virginia, I moved to Philadelphia for
   college and have lived in the Delaware Valley for 25 years (Bucks Co., NJ).
   The youngest of four, I am married (16 years) with two children (31 yo
   step-son, 12 yo daughter). Baptized Episcopalian, confirmed Presbyterian,
   re...
   
   Read More
   
   Born in Washington DC, raised in Virginia, I moved to Philadelphia for
   college and have lived in the Delaware Valley for 25 years (Bucks Co., NJ).
   The youngest of four, I am married (16 years) with two children (31 yo
   step-son, 12 yo daughter). Baptized Episcopalian, confirmed Presbyterian,
   re-confirmed Catholic, then found UCC after a long break from church.
   Left-handed Pisces with eclectic tastes.
   
   Read Less
   Susan
   Old Firster since 2006, Lives in Northern Liberties
   
   
   
   

 * I love living and working in Philadelphia, and I love worshiping at Old
   First! I stay active by running, yoga-ing, and trapeze-ing.
   
   Carrie
   Old Firster since 2013, Lives in Bella Vista
   
   
   
   


Get to Know US



REV. MICHAEL CAINE

Pastor & Teacher

Michael’s gift to Old First is his unwavering conviction that participating in a
church can have a powerful impact on your personal life. He helps us envision
new ways to be faithful members of Christ’s church, within the context of our
numerous roles in our families, communities, nation and world.

Have a coffee with pastor Michael. He’s happy to come to you, no matter where
you are on life’s journey.


Meet Michael



MEET OUR COMMUNITY

The personalities of Old First

Church is the people, not the building, and we fill our pews with some of the
best nuts. Gardeners, musicians, kids, artists, immigrants, activists, builders,
jokers, all good people on god’s earth are welcome to sit with us.

Meet some of the folks you’re likely to run into on any given Sunday.

Church is the people, not the building. Meet some of the folks you’re likely to
run into in our pews.

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