Sundays at First & Franklin

Children's Sunday School - 9:15a in Backus House
(starts September 8)

Adult Education - 9:00a in Backus House
(starts September 15)

10:30a - In-Person Worship Service (Sanctuary)

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Marching Off the Map

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. Here 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.

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Spire Series – Ann Street Trio

October 4 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Main Sanctuary

No Tickets Required | Free-will offering accepted HUI-CHUAN CHEN, piano | KATLYN DEGRAW, cello | ERIK FRANKLIN, clarinet Symphony of the Streets Nino Rota – Trio Beethoven – Gassenhauer Trio…

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Blessing of the Animals

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Spire Series – Sarah Chalfy, soprano | Michael Sheppard, piano

November 8 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Main Sanctuary

No Tickets Required | Free-will offering accepted SARAH CHALFY, soprano | MICHAEL SHEPPARD, piano Join us for an evening of unparalleled artistry. Sarah and Michael’s program spans generations and continents,…

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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, 2023 at…

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