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Concerts
First Presbyterian Church of Santa Monica plays host to many concerts throughout the year. The concerts include:
Jacaranda
Jacaranda is a series of intimate concert adventures into the realm of new and rarely-heard classical music designed to awaken curiosity, passion and discovery.
Kaleidoscope
Kaleidoscope is a conductorless chamber orchestra dedicated to enriching lives through exhilarating concert experiences, artistic excellence, musician leadership, and connecting with the diverse communities of Los Angeles.
Orchestra Santa Monica
Orchestra Santa Monica, led by its nationally recognized Music Director Roger Kalia, brings exciting, high-quality, and innovative orchestral programming to our doorstep.
Vawter’s Daughters
The Vawters’ Daughters gathering on the first Friday evening of each month is an informal affair attended by women of the congregation. Active members, regular attendees, and visitors alike are always welcome. The gatherings started with a couple of dinners in the late 1990s to introduce the wife of our new pastor to the women […]
Christmas Services 2023
Advent Lessons and Carols Sunday, December 3 at 10:00 a.m. Children’s Christmas Pageant in Worship Sunday, December 17 at 10:00 a.m. Christmas Festival Sunday, December 17 at 11:15 a.m. Candlelight Christmas Eve Service Sunday, December 24 at 6:00 p.m. Christmas Eve Fellowship Sunday, December 24 at 7:00 p.m.
Shine Children’s Music Ensemble to Sing in Worship on Sunday, October 22
From it’s beginnings at Compassion Camp this past Summer, our Shine Children’s Music Ensemble, led by Emily Audras, has become the place where kids, music, and love for Jesus come together. Join us on Sunday, October 22, Harvest Festival Sunday, as the Shine Ensemble will sing in our worship service and add their voices to […]