About Us
Learn about our story and the beliefs that make us unique
WHO WE ARE
You might be wondering, what's it really like at UJCC? Simply stated, we're all about Jesus. You won't be met with shame, guilt, or judgment. And we don't care how you're dressed or what person you voted for. Our church is made up of imperfect people with every kind of story possible.
Want to know the best part? No matter what you've been through or what questions you might have about God and faith, our church is a place where you'll find the love, grace, and forgiveness Jesus gives to everyone.
WHERE WE COME FROM
UJCC was originally 2 different churches from 2 different traditions: the Japanese Congregational Church (1908) and the Christ United Methodist Church (1893). Both churches were a home for Japanese immigrants and Japanese Americans.
In 1990, the churches merged to better serve their community and the United Japanese Christian Church (UJCC) was born. The creation of UJCC was a historic moment since 2 different churches from 2 different traditions formed 1 united community.
UJCC continues to maintain its connections with the 2 church traditions. You can learn more about them by using the buttons below
WHERE WE’RE HEADED
We believe that kids are the present and future. That’s why we make them a priority in our services, events, and all that we do. From infancy to adulthood, we have programs to help kids become the best versions of themselves. Our mission is to help families through every stage of life.
We also believe in the power of community. God meets us in our relationships with others. That’s why our programs prioritize relationship building and small groups. Our goal is to provide safe communities of support for growth and transformation.
WHAT IT MEANS FOR YOU
Most importantly, you're ALWAYS welcome at UJCC! We're saving a seat for you. Wherever you're at in your faith, you'll always be welcome as part of the UJCC family as we all walk together.
Beyond that, if you're ready to plan your first visit or if you'd like to get in touch with a person on our team, you can use the buttons below.
CORE VALUES
We are what we believe. You see it in our actions, not just hear it in our words. You can check out any ministry, activity, or event and you’ll see examples of these principles. You can't miss it. We’re not perfect, but we continually strive to be better
CORE BELIEFS
These are the core doctrines we believe and teach from the Bible.
Adapted by Robert V. Moss.
GOD
God calls the worlds into being, creates humankind in the divine image, and sets before us the ways of life and death.
THE FALL
God judges all humanity and all nations by that will of righteousness declared through prophets and apostles. However, God seeks in holy love to save all people from aimlessness and sin.
JESUS CHRIST
In Jesus Christ, the man of Nazareth, our crucified and risen Lord, God has come to us and shared our common lot, conquering sin and death and reconciling the whole creation to its Creator.
THE HOLY SPIRIT
God bestows upon us the Holy Spirit, creating and renewing the church of Jesus Christ, binding in covenant faithful people of all ages, tongues, and races.
DISCIPLESHIP
God calls us into the church to accept the cost and joy of discipleship, to be servants in the service of the whole human family, to proclaim the gospel to all the world and resist the powers of evil, to share in Christ’s baptism and eat at his table, to join him in his passion and victory.
THE PROMISE
God promises to all who trust in the gospel forgiveness of sins and fullness of grace, courage in the struggle for justice and peace, the presence of the Holy Spirit in trial and rejoicing, and eternal life in that kingdom which has no end.