Our Pastor
Dave Forsberg
Reverend David Forsberg is honored to serve as Pastor and Teacher at First Congregational United Church of Christ.
He holds a Master of Divinity Degree from Ecumenical Theological Seminary in Detroit. Forsberg also received a Bachelor of Science Degree from Northern Michigan University in speech and journalism.
Prior to arriving at FCC, Forsberg was a short-term pastor at First Congregational United Church of Christ, in Union City. He was also a Licensed Minister at the multidenominational Peoples Church in East Lansing.
Dave was called to parish ministry with the help of not only the Holy Spirit but also because of his experiences at Fortune Lake Bible Camp in the Upper Peninsula and hearing the musical Jesus Christ Superstar when it first came out years ago. His ministry is driven by the call to love our neighbors as ourselves and the United Church of Christ’s proclamation to “Be the Church.”
Outside of ministry, the Marquette native has amassed more than 40 years of combined experience in print and broadcast journalism and community, government, and public relations. Dave has been active in the community, including serving on the Board of Directors of the Michigan Historic Preservation Network. He also participated in the Lansing Corporate Hockey League and its annual fundraiser for local charities.
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Rethink Children and Youth Online Summit will delve into future of ministry for younger generations
Rethink Children and Youth Online Summit will delve into future of ministry for younger generations
Children and youth will be the focus of discussion at the Rethink Children and Youth Ministry Summit, held online May 20-24 by the United Church of Christ and Convergence. In collaboration with leading practitioners in the ministry field, the five-day…[…]
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Engaging and Inclusive Worship grant: Call for focus group participants
Engaging and Inclusive Worship grant: Call for focus group participants
The United Church of Christ National Setting has received a $2,000 grant originating from the Calvin Institute of Christian Worship for a study on inclusive and engaging worship as part of the ministry for Disabilities and Mental Health Justice. The…[…]
Source: United Church of Christ News
Created on: Apr 16, 2024 | 14:59 pm
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‘Brave Conversations’: Webinar speakers navigate interfaith relations in time of deep polarization
‘Brave Conversations’: Webinar speakers navigate interfaith relations in time of deep polarization
With the Middle East conflict fueling antisemitic and anti-Muslim rhetoric and violence in the United States, United Church of Christ national staff and pastors gathered for a webinar on “Navigating Interfaith Relations in the Midst of Global Conflict.” “This is…[…]
Source: United Church of Christ News
Created on: Apr 15, 2024 | 21:33 pm
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Earth Summit to feature visionary activists, create ‘launching pad’ for transformative action
Earth Summit to feature visionary activists, create ‘launching pad’ for transformative action
In Louisiana, an 85-mile area stretching from Baton Rouge to New Orleans has become known as “Cancer Alley.” 200 fossil fuel and petrochemical operations in the area release extreme pollution, creating one of the highest cancer risks from industrial air…[…]
Source: United Church of Christ News
Created on: Apr 9, 2024 | 17:03 pm
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Internet connectivity program set to expire this month, threatening to increase ‘digital divide’
Internet connectivity program set to expire this month, threatening to increase ‘digital divide’
For the last two years, millions have saved $30 each month from their internet bills — an amount which has helped people gain home internet access while also being able to cover costs of raising children, pay for gas to…[…]
Source: United Church of Christ News
Created on: Apr 9, 2024 | 16:17 pm
United Church of Christ News | Apr 9, 2024 | 16:17 pm