First Presbyterian Church of Santa Fe

Worship, Oct 20, 8:30 & 11am

Jesus sends out seventy followers ahead of him in pairs to every town and place where he intended to go (Luke 10:1-12).  Up until now, Jesus went first.  Then he sent them out on their own. Pastor Harry suggests, “Now, it’s our turn.”

Adult Ed, Oct 20, 9:45am

This Sunday we continue our series on The Politics of Jesus, with Rev. Carolyn Raar leading us in a class titled, “Expose the Workings of Oppression. We will  discuss the story of the vineyard workers who were paid the same for different hours of work (Matthew 20:1-16).

h3>Children’s Program, Oct 20, 8:30 & 11am

Children who grow up being invited to help other and learning to work together develop important life skills. The children will learn the story of Boaz, Ruth, and Naomi, which is rich with examples of this type of help and kindness.

Peace Offering, Oct 2024

You can still make a contribution to the PC(USA) Peace & Global Witness program. This year, the PC(USA) portion will offer relief to the people affected by Hurricane Helene, and the portion our church retains will be sent to a Presbyterian Church in Asheville NC for Helene relief for their community.

Worship, Oct 13, 8:30 & 11am

VIDEO. Trauma?  It’s everywhere, including Scripture.  What does the story of Peter denying Jesus after his arrest tell us about trauma, our own and society’s? Focusing on Luke 22:54-65, Pastor Harry asks us to look closely at trauma all around us.

Adult Ed, Oct 13, 9:45am

VIDEO TO COME. Victor Nelson will lead a class on trauma, considering the election that is upon us.  He is a retired Lutheran pastor, marriage and family therapist, church and non-profit consultant, mediator, and author of two books. A resident of Santa Fe, Victor is also active in the Interfaith Leadership Alliance.

TGIF, Oct 18, 5:30pm

This Friday, Eric Fricke brings us “Elegy for Asheville and Celebration of Community,” a short program of music honoring those affected by Hurricane Helene and the resilience of loving communities. Doors to the sanctuary open at 5:15pm and the concert begins at 5:30pm. The concert is free with donations accepted.

Westminster, Weds in Oct, 10:30am

As we approach the end of the campaign season, many of us may be feeling ill-at-ease and somewhat nervous. No matter the outcome in November, we all want peace. In that light, Westminster Presbyterian Church has scheduled a five-session Forum for Peace entitled “The Things That Make For Peace.”