Overview
Welcome to CCUMC Situated in the heart of Oakland's Chinatown, CCUMC is multi-generational in age and diverse in cultural heritage. We have many wise members who have lived long and enriching life to the little members who are just beginning to take their first steps. Our church family at CCUMC is also comprised of many who are new to this country but also those who are fourth (or more)-generation born in America and even the Bay Area. To meet the needs of this diversity, CCUMC is made up of two parallel language ministries: the Chinese-speaking Congregation, and the English-speaking Congregation. These two congregations have separate ministry councils which are led by dedicated members who focus on the needs specific to each congregation.
Mission: As part of the United Methodist Church, CCUMC seeks to open hearts, open doors, and open minds through active engagement with our world. Following the tradition of John Wesley and the founders of United Methodism, we place primary emphasis on Christian living, on putting faith and love into action, and endeavor to make what John Wesley referred to as "practical divinity" as a hallmark of our church's life.
Services offered
- - Sunday School and Bible Study (Chinese)
- - Bible Reading Time (English)
- Youth Ministry Programs
- - Homework Club
- - AiF (Adventures in Faith)
Who they help
- Everyone
Get involved
- Uganda Missions - Cambodia Missions - Youth Ministry Programs
- https://www.chinesecommunityumc.org/
Leadership
https://www.chinesecommunityumc.org/our-pastor
Donating
https://www.chinesecommunityumc.org/about-1
History
Our History Chinese Community United Methodist Church was founded in Oakland, California, in 1887. The church was established as part of a chain of Methodist Chinese Missions by the Rev. Dr. Otis Gibson. In the early days, the Chinese Methodist Church held worship service and Sunday School. To serve the community, an English school for immigrants, and a Chinese school for the American born Chinese also operated. The early days were sustained by courageous workers, both Chinese and American born as there were strong anti-Chinese sentiments. The church was located at several sites in Oakland Chinatown. By 1905, the church resided where it currently sits today. In 1913, a fire devestated the building and a new building was erected. But by the 1940s, the Church outgrew even this building. Under the leadership of Rev Edwar Lee, a new church and the current main sanctuary was built in 1952. With more growth, more space was needed, and a new social hall and classrooms annex was built in 1970. Today, the Chinese Community United Methodist Church conducts both a Chinese language worship service and English worship service on Sundays.
Location and service area
321 8th Street 94607
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