What the World Needs Now…
Worship, Oct 18, 8:30 & 11am
This Sunday Pastor Ashley continues our fall sermon series Becoming the Beloved Community. We turn to 1 Corinthians 13 where Paul declares that love is “the more excellent way”—love that is patient and kind, love that protects, trusts and hopes, love that endures forever, love on which we can build community.
Reclaiming the Good News of God’s Grace
Adult Ed, Through Oct 18, 9:45am
Revs. Ashley Birk and San Williams lead a 4-week adult ed series based on the book Being Presbyterian in a Dysvangelical America. The book provides an accessible overview of what distinguishes core Presbyterian beliefs and practices from that of the loud voices of Christian Nationalism. Classes dates are Sep 20 & 27 and Oct 11 & 18.
What Belongs to God
Children & Youth, Oct 18, 8:30&11am
This Sunday, our children will explore Jesus’ teaching about giving to Caesar what belongs to Caesar and to God what belongs to God. Through this story, we’ll talk about what it means to live faithfully, make thoughtful choices, and remember that we belong to God.
Parents Night Out
Oct 23, 5:30-8:00pm, First Presbyterian Church, Pope Hall
Treat Yourself to a Spook-tacular Evening! Drop off the kids and let them enjoy a frightfully fun night filled with Halloween-themed crafts, games, activities, and a delicious dinner. While they’re having a blast, you get a few well-deserved hours to relax, unwind, or go out on the town…if you dare!
Service of Justice, Hope, and Faithfulness
Worship, Wed, Oct 14, 6pm
On Wednesday, October 14th at 6pm FPC will host a Service of Justice, Hope, and Faithfulness to address the political realities in our nation. As our country faces threats to our democracy, ongoing environmental challenges, global conflicts, and growing pressures on election integrity, Rev Tom Ulrich leads us in this act of solidarity that promotes the common good for all humanity.
Weger and Rodriguez
TGIF, Oct 16, 5:30pm
Begin your weekend with lively music by Greg Weger, cello, and Sergio Rodriquez, piano, as they play Chopin, Shostakovich, Poulenc, and Falla at our Friday evening concert. Sanctuary doors open at 5:15 pm and the concert begins at 5:30. The concert is free with donations accepted.
Stand for Democracy
No Kings Rally, Sat Oct 17
We invite you to join with others from FPC in the No Kings Rally on Saturday October 17th. The focus of this rally is ensuring that all eligible voters vote and that their vote is counted. We will carry signs encouraging people to vote as we proudly stand for democracy.
A Place of Belonging
Special Guests, Adult Ed, Oct 25, 9:45am
Everyone is welcome to this interactive program with Rev. Erica Lea-Simka and Dr. Michael J. Adee sharing their journeys of navigating Christian faith and their calls to ministry as members of the LGBTQ+ community, with conversation about how First Presbyterian Church can become a place of belonging for LGBTQ+ people and their families.
Songs of Enduring Love
Concert, Oct 25, 4pm
Coro de Cámara presents “Songs of Enduring Love” on Sunday, Oct 25 at 4pm in our sanctuary. The program features the exquisite Requiem by Maurice Duruflé, with organist David Solem, along with soul-stirring works by Andrea Ramsey and Morton Lauridsen. For more information or to purchase tickets, go to their website.
Offering Up Our Gifts
Worship, Oct 11, 8:30 & 11am
VIDEO. This Sunday Pastor Ashley continues our fall sermon series Becoming the Beloved Community. We turn to 1 Corinthians 12 where Paul famously compares the church to the human body. His point? Each of us, as members of Christ’s body, is called to play our part and use our God-given gifts for the well-being of the whole church.
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