First Congregational Church, United Church of Christ, Rochester is hosting a showing of the movie Jesus Revolution, free of charge and open to the public on Friday, November 10, 2023 at 7:30 p.m. The church is located at 1315 N. Pine Street, Rochester.

Rated PG, the movie tells “the story of one young hippie's quest in the 1970s for belonging and liberation that leads not only to peace, love, and rock and roll, but that sets into motion a new counterculture crusade – a Jesus Movement – changing the course of history. Inspired by a true movement, Jesus Revolution tells the story of a young Greg Laurie (Joel Courtney) being raised by his struggling mother, Charlene (Kimberly Williams-Paisley) in the 1970s. Laurie and a sea of young people descend on sunny Southern California to redefine truth through all means of liberation. Inadvertently, Laurie meets Lonnie Frisbee (Jonathan Roumie), a charismatic hippie-street-preacher, and Pastor Chuck Smith (Kelsey Grammer) who have thrown open the doors of Smith's languishing church to a stream of wandering youth. Rock and roll, newfound love, and a twist of faith lead to a ‘Jesus Revolution’ that turns one counterculture movement into a revival that changes the world,” according to Rotten Tomatoes.

“Now is a good time to look back and revisit this moment in history,” commented Pastor Scott Cunningham. “Everyone is welcome to stay after the movie for a discussion,” he added.

Watch the movie trailer here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vmHFvnjPDw

About First Congregational Church, UCC, Rochester

Founded in 1827, First Congregational Church of Rochester is an open and affirming local church of the United Church of Christ. We welcome all in love, as Jesus Christ welcomes us all. We are an inclusive community that embraces all people, regardless of race, ethnic background, age, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, social or economic situation, marital or family status, biblical interpretation, or political persuasion. Worship services are typically Sunday mornings at 10 a.m. and are also available online via YouTube and Facebook. Childcare is available and children are always welcome to remain in worship, as we value their presence. A “wiggle room” is also available. The church is located at 1315 N. Pine Street, Rochester Hills. For more information, visit, http://fccrochester.org/.

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