Advent and Christmas at First & Franklin

Sunday Services
10:30a in the Sanctuary
(see below for more information)

Mid-Week Advent Service 
Wednesdays (December 4, 11, 18) at 6:00p Reid Chapel
(use Park Ave. doors)

Candlelight Choral Concert
4:00p - Sunday, December 15
More Information

Christmas Eve (Tuesday, December 24)
5:00 pm – Service of Lessons & Carols with Choir
8:00 pm – Contemplative Service with Singing of Treasured Carols

Sunday Worship

Children's Sunday School - 9:15a in Backus House
Adult Education - 9:00a in Backus House
In-Person Worship Service (Sanctuary) - 10:30a

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At First & Franklin, we strive to be an inclusive, diverse congregation devoted to enriching our community through socially engaging and relevant preaching and an inspirational congregational music program, service to others, and fellowship that increases our understanding of one another. Our mission is to make Baltimore a better community for everyone, and we welcome anyone who comes through our doors.

You Belong Here!

First & Franklin Presbyterian Church (PCUSA) welcomes everyone to worship with us, regardless of color, background, gender expression, gender identity, or sexual orientation. A member of the More Light Presbyterians since 1980, our congregation is committed to inclusivity and full participation in the Church for all individuals, including service and the clergy.

We believe that the affirmation of one's unique self is scripturally based and a natural outflow of God's perfect creation and love.

At First & Franklin, you are welcome, you are seen, and you are loved just the way God made you.

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This past summer, we explored The Lord's Prayer through a series of seven sermons, preached by Rev. Mark Phillips.

If you've missed a Sunday in the series, click on the photo to the left to see and re-watch the week-by-week recordings.

Latest Posts

Winter 2024/2025 Newsletter

Read or Download the Winter 2024/2025 Newletter In this edition – November – January Worship Schedule; Advent 2024 Events; A Letter from Kris Stinson; Coila Seiber Memorial Service; Updates for…

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Spire Series – Candlelight Choral Concert

December 15 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Main Sanctuary

No Tickets Required | Free-will offering accepted The FIRST & FRANKLIN SANCTUARY CHOIR, directed by Jason Kissel, will present their annual Candlelight Choral Concert on Sunday, December 15th, 2024 at…

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Spire Series – Giorgio Buttitta, classical guitar

March 14, 2025 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Main Sanctuary

No Tickets Required | Free-will offering accepted GIORGIO BUTTITTA, guitar The program, titled “Reverie” takes us on a journey through some of the most loved repertoire of the instrument and…

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Spire Series – Chanticleer

April 25, 2025 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Main Sanctuary
Chanticleer sitting casually

TICKETS REQUIRED for both the concert and the post-concert reception – We expect demand for this concert to be high, please purchase well in advance. Tickets for the post-concert champagne…

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Spire Series – Armstrong Honors Recital

May 22, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Main Sanctuary

No Tickets Required The Spire Series is proud to host its close neighbor, Baltimore School for the Arts, for the annual Armstrong Honors Recital. This special event showcasing select members…

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