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A Spiritual, Loving, Relevant and Transforming Community

Our open and affirming church welcomes everyone

About Us

160 years of daring spiritual community, transforming the world with love—now more than ever!

Plymouth Congregational Church is a progressive faith community grounded in the Christian tradition. In mutual care and with respect for our diverse understandings of God, we seek to embody the radical love and justice found in the life, teachings and spirit of Jesus.

Located at the southern edge of downtown Minneapolis, Plymouth Congregational Church offers worship services and spiritual learning opportunities for all ages that are relevant to the world in which we live.

We are committed to creating sanctuary for the soul and seeking the sacred in all ways. We engage the ancient teachings to bring them alive today, nourishing and expanding hearts and minds to become the change we want to see in the world.

The Space Between is a mini-blog for our congregation during this time of transition, written by Interim Minister Dan Wolpert.

First Service, 9:45 a.m., Second Service, 10:30 a.m. Starting Sept. 9, new times, new opportunities!
At 9 o’clock, we will have an expanded First Service—still creative and jazz-focused, yet sharing the sermon and text with Second Service. Sundays at 10, people of all ages will have education offerings, which we encourage everyone to attend. At 11 o’clock, our traditional Second Service includes the Plymouth Choir and organist Philip Brunelle.

Click here for Transition news and updates

News about our Growth Task Force includes the members’ names.

Members: Access our online directory.

  • Open, Welcoming & Committed to Justice

    All are welcome in this church, which is free of doctrine and committed to social justice. Racial justice, gun violence prevention, welcoming immigrants and supportive housing are some of our current initiatives.

    Concerned about the atrocity of families separated at our border? Our Leadership Team offers calls to action, spiritual practice and learning what we are already doing in We Care!

    Immigrant Welcoming Working Group—Get involved! Contact Tom Haigh.

    Racial Justice Task Force—Get involved! On the fourth Thursday of every month (except November and December), Plymouth hosts Discussions that Encounter on racism and racial topics. Join at 6:30 p.m. for a free meal; program begins at 7.

  • Infused with Art

    The arts play a central role at Plymouth, from the extraordinary choirs and soloists and stellar pipe organ to the Fine Arts Gallery offering a collection that inspires and challenges.

    The celebration of Philip Brunelle’s 50th year as Plymouth’s Organist-Choirmaster begins Sept. 30. Click here for all six public events!

  • Progressive & Relevant

    At Plymouth, we all may not share the same understanding of God and faith, but Progressive Christianity provides a spiritual sanctuary for those who seek the sacred in a variety of ways.

    Read The Eight Points of Progressive Christianity.

Adult Spirituality

Exploring our faith together

Join thoughtful conversations about faith and life, learn about pressing issues in our world, and deepen your spirituality through many offerings.

Children & Youth

Working, playing and learning together

We nurture the spirituality of children and youth from birth through high school with openness to questions about faith and life.

Celebrate Philip Brunelle’s 50th year at Plymouth

Starting Sept. 30 with an organ recital and hymn sing by our renowned Organist-Choirmaster Philip Brunelle, Plymouth celebrates his 50 years with concerts and special anthems! Here is the list of events—please mark your calendar and invite your friends!

Explore your spiritual side this fall!

Launching with the White Privilege: Let’s Talk series on Sept. 8, this fall offers spiritual exploration opportunities with books (like the pictured Sunflower), dreams, meditation, actions for peace and justice and more. Check out the list!

Plymouth Camp, Aug. 10–12

Looking for a great, relaxing place to spend time with your partner, spouse, children, or other members of our church community to celebrate the end of summer? Camp Plymouth (at Luther Crest camp in Alexandria) offers an amazing opportunity to connect with other Plymouth members and families in a new way. Costs: Adults, $100; children 4–12, $40; under 4, free; family, $300 (max.). Registration has closed.