Groups

There are many ways of getting involved in the First Mennonite community. Attend a worship service or social event. Or start with one of our many small groups, such as:

• Iron Chef Mennonite. This group selects a theme ingredient (say, chocolate), and members each bring a course containing that ingredient to a wonderful meal prepared by all. (And, because the group is Mennonite, no one person wins or loses, unlike the TV show.)
• East Bay Supper Cooperative. Several households in the East Bay get together every Monday around a shared meal, hosted and prepared by one of the households.
• Bible Study Group. Last year, a group of people decided to read through the Bible in a year, using a daily schedule of readings. Now they're studying specific areas of the Bible and sharing interpretations, thoughts, frustrations and illuminations.

Committees

Another way that First Mennonite members get involved in the church community is by serving on one of our committees. Following the Anabaptist belief in the priesthood of all believers, our congregation is structured so that all members share in the responsibilities and ministry of the church. The basic work of the congregation -- including worship, education, service, and community life -- is accomplished through standing committees that are organized annually and through ad hoc committees when special needs arise.