About Church
A Korean-American church community in San Mateo County
Welcome to Symphony Church
Symphony Church is a Korean-American congregation located in San Mateo County, serving communities including San Bruno, South San Francisco, Millbrae, Foster City, Hillsborough, Burlingame, San Carlos, Redwood City, Atherton, Menlo Park, and Palo Alto. We seek to be a lighthouse of hope for all Korean-Americans and local residents in San Mateo County.
Guided by our vision — "A community of happy people who become a source of blessing in Christ" — we are committed to building a spiritual home where faith, culture, and fellowship come together. Through both Korean and English ministries, we welcome people of all ethnicities and backgrounds.
Communities We Serve
Worship Space
Take a look at where we gather to worship
Until our new building is ready, Symphony Church worships at the Burlingame Community Center rather than a church-owned building. Please refer to the Worship Info page for details on our worship rooms.
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
The two churches united into one congregation.
Pastors Sang-cheol Lee and Yongjun Park as co-senior pastors; Pastor Geun-shin Lee as pastor emeritus.
2005–2007
Active mission activities:
- • Short-term missions to Mexico, China, SE Asia, Bangladesh
- • Alpha Summer School (six weeks total)
- • Couples seminar and Family Camp launched
2010–2015
Church growth and diverse ministries:
- • Ongoing 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 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."
Symphony Church gathers every Sunday at 11:00 AM at Burlingame Community Center. For service times, worship rooms, children's worship, and online worship, visit the Worship Info page.
Explore the Church
Our Vision
The vision and mission that guide Symphony Church
Our Faith
The beliefs and confession of faith at Symphony Church
Our Staff
Pastors and ministry leaders serving the church
Worship Info
Service times, worship rooms, kids worship, online worship
Location & Directions
Address, map, parking, and transit information
Have Questions?
Contact us anytime. We will be happy to help.
Advance Inquiry
Phone: 415.468.1213
Email: [email protected]
Day-of Assistance
Welcome Desk: 1st-floor lobby
Hours: 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM