Community Church

Father’s Day was established by Sonora Smart Dodd in honor of her father, who was a civil war veteran and father of 14 children. While attending one of the first Mother’s Day services in 1909 at her church in Spokane, Washington, Dodd, who lost her mother at the age of 16, decided to dedicate her life to the creation of Father’s Day. Dodd wanted to honor her father, who was both mother and father to her and her siblings.

Not everyone has had such a loving relationship with their father, which is why in worship, people tend to shy away from referring to God as father. However, Father’s Day is a reminder that models loving fatherhood from God that exists for all people.

Every Sunday, Pastor Johan Dodge reminds the congregation that all are welcome in the church. Community Church welcomes everyone who doesn’t have a church background. Those who have not joined a service before are welcome to come for a cup of coffee before worship and stay for awardwinning music and a powerful message.

Community Church is a friendly church, and everyone is welcome to join in-person worship on Sunday, June 19, at 9:50 a.m. and via Zoom or Facebook.

Due to COVID cases rising, people who want to attend the in-person worship service must provide proof of vaccination and wear masks.

Entrances to the church may be found both at the front of the church and the pedestrian gate between the church and the shops.

Those who are in need without another way to address it can call (562) 431-2503.