Congregations

First Congregational Church
900 High Street
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 426-2010
www.fccsantacruz.org

Experience the extravagant welcome of an open and affirming congregation committed to social justice at First Congregational Church. We offer a traditional celebration service with amazing chancel choir led by Cheryl Anderson or the powerful jazz service, featuring Lori Rivera and a spirited jazz quintet (both
services at 10:30 am on Sundays). Participate in our educational programs, and join a lively community dedicated to making a difference in the world, focused on questions, not answers, around a progressive vision of Christianity. We participate in Pride celebrations, and we’re out in the world every day!

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Inner Light Ministries
5630 Soquel Dr
Soquel, CA 95073 (off Park Ave)
(831) 465-9090
www.innerlightministries.com

Inner Light Ministries is an Omnifaith outreach ministry dedicated to spiritual transformation. We provide "Tools for Living" that encourage the practical application of Universal Spiritual Principles to all of life's circumstances. Our aim is healing through the energy of love and the revealing of our own Inner Light. As an Omnifaith ministry, we acknowledge Spiritual Oneness, appreciate individualized expressions, and honor all paths that lead to truth. Sunday times: 10:15am Meditation, 10:45: Celebration Service.

 

 

 

Twice Blessed

(GLBT Jewish Outreach)

Temple Beth El 

3055 Porter Gulch Road
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 479-3444

Provides outreach to gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender Jews in the Santa Cruz area. For information, call us. Social and religious/holiday events are planned every year. Also, you are welcome to attend Friday night services at 7:30 pm.

 

 

 

 

 

Calvary Episcopal Church
532 Center Street
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 423-8787
  www.calvarysantacruz.org

Calvary Episcopal Church is a welcoming congregation in downtown Santa Cruz that affirms and supports the full inlusion of all persons in the life of the church and society.

Center for Conscious Living
1818 Felt Street
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
(831) 462-9383
www.cclsantacruz.com

CCL is a diverse and accepting New Thought Center, holding non-denominational services on Sunday at 10:30 am. Our Sanctuary or garden is available for your wedding or celebration.

Chadeish Yameinu Jewish Renewal

Rabbi Eli Cohen

P.O. Box 3578
Santa Cruz, CA 95063
(831) 429-6936

 
www.cysantacruz.org
We embrace a global vision of the role of all peoples while drawing on the deep wisdom of Judaism. We welcome every age, gender and orientation. Enliven your spirit, feel the warmth. We can’t wait to see you! 

The Episcopal Church of St. John the Baptist
125 Canterbury Drive
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 708-2278
www.sjlife.org

A Welcoming Congregation. Join Integrity, a support group for GLBT Episcopalians and others exploring their spirituality.

Kolaynu

The Progressive Jewish Voice of Santa Cruz

P.O. Box 1305
Capitola, CA 95010
(831) 475-3313


groups.yahoo.com/group/kolaynuevents
Community-led Jewish events “Santa-Cruz-style”: progressive, participatory, egalitarian, creative, and
peace-oriented. We welcome individuals and families of all configurations, genders and orientations; interfaith, questioning and friends.

Ocean Gate Zen Center

Daijaku Kinst and Shinshu Roberts, Priests

920B 41st Avenue
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
(831) 423-5751

 
http://www.oceangatezen.org/
Ocean Gate is a small, friendly zen center especially welcoming the LGBT community. Call with any
questions.

The New United Methodist Church of Santa Cruz
250 California Street
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 429-6800
fax (831) 429-1320
www.umcsantacruz.org

If you feel out of place, need to find some grace, try the New United Methodist Church of Santa Cruz. We are a welcoming congregation, celebrating the gifts of all persons, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.

Trinity Presbyterian Church
420 Melrose Avenue
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
(831) 423-8995

  
www.trinitypressc.org
Trinity is a welcoming congregation of about 75 people. We are traditional in worship style and progressive in theology including outreach to our community and beyond. Come join us!

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Santa Cruz County
6401 Freedom Blvd.
Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 684-0506
www.uufscc.org

As a Unitarian Universalist congregation, we affirm & promote: the inherent worth & dignity of all persons; justice, equality & compassion in human relations; encouragement toward spiritual growth; a free responsible search for truth & meaning; peace, liberty & justice for all; respect for the independent web of all existence. We are a Welcoming Congregation. Come visit us!

United Church of Christ

LaSelva Beach Community Church

Pastor Rev. Jane E. Grady

26 Florido Avenue
La Selva Beach, CA 95076
(831) 688-4033
  www.uccwebsites.net/laselvabeachcommca.html

The La Selva Beach Community Church derives its inspiration from the life and teachings of Jesus. Our mission is to provide a welcoming and inclusive community in which individuals and families worship and explore their faith, honor life's passages and create and deepen connections with each other and God. As an open and affirming congregation of the United Church of Christ, we honor our differences in age, color, abilities, gender identity and sexual orientation. Further, we are committed to service which responds to the needs of the wider community and the world. 

Vipassana (Buddhist)
1010 Fair Avenue, Suite C
Santa Cruz, Ca 95060
(831) 425-3431
 
 
www.vipassanasc.org

Silent meditation and informal talks.


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