September, 2026 Pictures
Events featured include The 100th Year Celebration of the South Campus Sanctuary and the introduction of the Senior Minister Search Committee. Photos by Michael Barber
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100 YEARS - A child plays on her electronic device in the First Community South Campus Sanctuary while waiting for the first of two services to begin. The church chose Sunday, September 27, 2026 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the completion of the Sanctuary in Marble Cliff.
100 YEARS - Seated next to a portrait of former Senior Minister Dr. Arthur Teikmanis (1967-70), Usher Bob Cummins waits in the Narthex for the first wave of worshippers to arrive.
100 YEARS - Senior Minister Rev. Dr. Glen Miles (center) shares a laugh with the choir along with Rev. John Girard (left) and Rev. Seth Stearns.
100 YEARS - Brayden Williams, a student of Dr. Andy Blosser and member of the FC South Cambridge Choir enjoys the outdoors before singing in the second service.
100 YEAR - A reception area in front of the church gave parishioners a place to enjoy food and fellowship between the two services. Choir member Vickie Jean Murphy enjoys company with friends while waiting for the second service to begin.
100 YEARS - Kristy Glaser, Director of Member Engagement, greets Rebecca Hord with a warm embrace.
100 YEARS - The Sanctuary, completed in 1926, has hosted more than 5,000 Sunday mornings.
100 YEARS - Children participate in Children's Church while regular worship continues. Their service included songs familiar to them, frequently sung at Camp Akita.
100 YERS - Two families take the front row in anticipation of baptizing Cora Elizabeth Lantz and Elizabeth “Birdie” Wolcott Rego.
100 YEARS - The Children's Choir, led by Liz Arteta Cunningham, performs at the first of two services.
100 YEARS - Diana Arthur, First Community's longest-standing member since 1943, receives a standing ovation for her many years of service to the church.
SEARCH - Singer Tim Carlson leads The Gathering audience in song ahead of the introduction of the Senior Minister Search Committee Wednesday, September 23.
SEARCH - Rev. Deb Lindsay prepares to bring Molly Hagkull and members of the committee to the front.
SEARCH - Senior Minister Search Committee Chair Molly Hagkull takes the stage.
SEARCH - Edward Howse stands with his fellow committee members as introductions are made.
SEARCH - Members of the committee pray over their commitment to serve.