Founders Day Weekend 2026 Gala - Elder J. Scott Barber, Host Pastor

Celebrating 130 Years of Faith, Purpose, and God’s Preserving Power

The First Church of God and Saints of Christ invites you to join us in New Haven, Connecticut, for a historic celebration commemorating 130 years since our founding in 1896.

For more than a century, generations of Saints have carried forward a legacy of faith, worship, service, fellowship, and commitment to God. On November 13 and 14, 2026, we will gather to honor those who came before us, celebrate what God is doing among us today, and look with expectation toward the generations still to come.

Under the theme “Honoring Our Legacy. Advancing Our Mission.”, this special weekend will bring together Saints, families, friends, and guests for a time of remembrance, fellowship, worship, and celebration.

A highlight of the weekend will be our 130th Anniversary Black Tie Gala on Sabbath evening, an elegant occasion commemorating this extraordinary milestone in the history of our church.

We are also honored to welcome Evangelist at Large Danavan Palmer, newly elected Executive Officer of the Caribbean Diocese, as our featured speaker.

November 13–14, 2026
109 Beers St.
New Haven, Connecticut

Registration and lodging information will be announced soon.

130 Years. One Church. One Faith. One Vision.

Come celebrate the legacy. Come experience the fellowship. Come be part of the next chapter.