Author: Gale Wright
Women’s Quiet Day
Holy Faith Episcopal, Feb 7, 8-3
The Church of the Holy Faith invites all women in the community to join in the 2026 Women’s Quiet Day for a day of pre-Lenten reflection, study, and silence. This year’s speaker is Megan McKenna, an internationally known author, theologian, storyteller and lecturer.Read more
The Story of Esther
Children & Youth, Feb 1,10am
This week, Children’s Sunday School will focus on the story of Esther, whose faith and courage led her to speak up for her people—a powerful story still celebrated today through Purim. Children and youth begin their program in the worship services, and after receiving a blessing, they leave for their activities.Read more
First Sunday Luncheon
Feb 1. 11:15am, Pope Hall
To warm our hearts and tummies in these winter months, our Food, Fun, & Fellowship team will be serving a variety of comfort foods, including Turkey Pot Pie, Shepherd’s Pie (with a vegetarian option), and a winter fruit salad. We invite you to join us right after the worship service. And bring a dish or dessert to share.Read more
For Such a Time As This
Worship, Feb 1, 10am
VIDEO. We live in interesting times, times of empire, where power is centralized, fear is weaponized, and entire communities live at the mercy of decisions made far away from them. Times when a cold darkness settles over the land and God can seem hidden. Pastor Andrew asks us, What does it mean to be faithful in such times?Read more
The Summit Bowling
The Alley Lanes, Jan 31, 2:30-4pm
We’re kicking off the year with a bowling social and are excited to gather teens from St. John’s Methodist Church and the United Church of Christ for a fun, shared event. All teens ages 13–19 are welcome. The Summit is a community of teens, who come together in fun, fellowship, mission and service. RSVP with Jen Black.Read more
Candlelight Vigil for Minneapolis
Thurs, Jan 29, 5:30pm
VIDEO AVAILABLE. Join an Interfaith vigil this Thursday, January 28th, 5:30 pm at First Presbyterian Church, to stand in solidarity with those in Minnesota following the recent killings. Come together to mourn, to heal, and to comfort one another, together as a community and to uplift our brothers and sisters in Minneapolis. All are welcome. (Also via livestream.)Read more
MLK Day Celebration 2026
Capitol Rotunda, Jan 19, Noon-1pm
Celebrate Martin Luther King Day with some familiar faces. Among other participants, the Rev. Harry Eberts will do the invocation, Dr. Simesha McEachern makes introductions, and Little V. West gives closing remarks. The keynote speaker is Gene Grant, Executive Director, New Mexico Office of African American Affairs.Read more
Our Wide, Messy Circle
Worship, Jan 25, 10am
VIDEO. Everybody has their perceptions of which camp is best, which version of the truth is the most compelling. We quickly define ourselves by what we are for and against; we divide and judge. But we follow a Savior who calls us to strive for unity and harmony. The Rev. Elizabeth Graham looks at Paul urging the Corinthians to deal with their divisions.Read more
Annual Congregational Meeting
Jan 25, Sanctuary, 11am
VIDEO. This year our Annual Meeting of the Congregation and Corporation is on January 25th. We are changing our usual worship schedule to a single service at 10 am, with the Annual Meeting immediately following. We will elect Elders and Deacons and also the Pastor Nominating Committee (PNC).Read morePage 8 of 102