Introducing the church
About the Church
A general guide to Symphony Church
We sincerely welcome you to Symphony Church for the first time. A new environment can feel unfamiliar, but we will warmly welcome you.
Please review the information below to learn about our church and visit with ease.
Welcome to Symphony Church!
Welcome to Symphony Church, a Korean church located in San Mateo County. As a Korean church serving the San Mateo County area (San Bruno, South San Francisco, Millbrae, Foster City, Hillsborough, Burlingame, San Carlos, Redwood City, Atherton, Menlo Park, Palo Alto, and more), we seek to be a lighthouse of hope for Koreans and the local community in San Mateo.
Living out our vision, “a community of happy people who become a source of blessing in Christ,” we are dedicated to building a spiritual home where faith, culture, and fellowship come together as a Korean church serving San Mateo County. Through Korean and English ministries, we welcome not only Koreans but people of every ethnicity and background. We invite everyone to share the joy of being a source of blessing within both the Korean and San Mateo County communities and to join us on a meaningful journey of faith and fellowship.
Areas We Serve
Worship Space Guide
Take a preview of our worship spaces
Sunday Worship
Every Sunday at 11:00 AM
Sequoia Room
Comfortable and modern space
Worship Information
Sundays at 11:00 AM
All ministries (Korean adults, English adults, preschool, elementary, and middle/high school) worship at the same time in their respective rooms.
Korean adult worship is also available online through a YouTube livestream.
Building Guide
Burlingame Community Center floor guide
1st Floor (Ground Floor)
1st Floor Facilities
- Nursery & Preschool - Kids Town
- Fellowship Area - Steam Lab, Maker's Space
- All-Church Worship - Sequoia
- Meeting Room - Magnolia
2nd Floor (Second Floor)
2nd Floor Facilities
- Korean Adult Worship - Fine Arts
- English & Youth Ministry - Elm A
- Children's Ministry - Elm B
- Choir - Musical Arts
Additional Worship Rooms
If you arrive late or the Korean worship hall (Fine Arts) is full, please join worship in the Musical Arts Studio.
Hearing Assistance Devices
We provide hearing assistance devices during worship so that anyone with hearing loss can fully participate in the Word and praise with clear sound.
This service is available to anyone who needs hearing assistance, including seniors.
The devices are easy to use and can be requested at the information desk before worship.
We want to build a church where everyone can worship together.
First Visit Guide
Practical information for first-time visitors
When to Visit?
- Sunday Worship: Sundays at 11:00 AM
- Arrival Time: Please arrive by 10:45 AM for a relaxed start
- Service Duration: About 1 hour 30 minutes
- Parking: Free parking in front of the building
What to Expect?
- Warm Welcome: Friendly guides will greet you
- Service Order: Praise, prayer, sermon, communion
- Dress Code: Come in comfortable attire
- Children: Nursery and children's programs available
After Service?
- Fellowship Time: Snacks and conversation in the 1st-floor cafe
- Meet the Pastor: Opportunity for a personal greeting
- Church Information: Ask if you'd like more details
- Next Steps: Guidance on small groups or Bible studies
History of Service and Mission
Symphony Church Timeline
July 15, 1973
San Francisco First Presbyterian Church was founded. Pastor Jung Rak Seo became the first senior pastor.
December 4, 1978
San Francisco Glory Presbyterian Church was founded. Pastor Geun-shin Lee became the first senior pastor.
July 25, 2004
Two local churches, “San Francisco First Presbyterian Church” and “San Francisco Glory Presbyterian Church,” united into one church.
Pastors Sang-cheol Lee and Yongjun Park served as the first co-senior pastors, with Pastor Geun-shin Lee as pastor emeritus.
2005-2007
Active mission activities:
- • Short-term missions to Tijuana (Mexico), China, Southeast Asia, and Bangladesh
- • Alpha Summer School (six weeks total)
- • Couples seminar and Family Camp launched
2010-2015
Church growth and diverse ministries:
- • Ongoing overseas short-term missions (Bangladesh, Mexico)
- • Korean language school opened
- • Youth Native American missions
- • Continued VBS and Alpha Summer School
October 8, 2023
Relocated to San Mateo County
Opened a new chapter of ministry with the first worship service at Burlingame Community Center.
Guided by God for more than 50 years, Symphony Church has grown and now serves the San Mateo County community,
living out the vision of “a community of happy people who become a source of blessing in Christ.”
Have Questions?
Contact us anytime. We will be happy to help.
Advance Inquiry
If you contact us in advance, we can guide you more carefully.
Phone: 415.468.1213
Email: sfchurch@sfchurch.org
Day-of Assistance
Feel free to ask questions on the day of your visit.
Welcome Desk: 1st-floor lobby
Guides: Wearing blue badges
Hours: 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM
♪ See you at Symphony Church! ♪
Become a member of a beautiful community in God's love.
We look forward to your first steps.