Author: Gale Wright
Remember to Wear Red
Pentecost Sunday, May 24
We wear red on Pentecost Sunday to symbolize the “tongues of fire” associated with the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles, as described in Acts 2:1-4. It represents the fire of the Holy Spirit, the church’s birthday, and the passionate love of God, serving as a visual reminder of the spirit’s presence.Read more
Food Drive and Sandwich Supplies Fundraiser
Bring a can. Bring a check. May 15
Visit the Sandwich Brigade’s pop-up fundraiser as we support Bienvenidos Outreach in its efforts to feed our neighbors in Santa Fe. Swing by the front of First Presbyterian Church (208 Grant) THIS Friday, May 15th from 3-7pm and volunteers will be standing by! Or donate online with a note “Food Drive.” All donations will be greatly appreciated! Read more
Living in Light of Eternity
Worship, May 17, 8:30 & 11am
VIDEO. This Sunday, Pastor Ashley concludes our Eastertide sermon series titled Living as Easter People. As we struggle to remain faithful in these times, we’ll look to the final chapters of 1 Peter which remind us that God has called us to eternal glory in Christ and which encourage us to be guided by a longer view of time and live with God’s end in mind.Read more
Pride Is About Loving Yourself As Much As God Does
Adult Ed, Begins May 17, 9:45am
This Sunday Tony Arnold begins a three part series to help us understand Pride and our LGBTQIA+ siblings, many of whom feel that neither God nor the Church loves them. Join us to learn why both God's love and self-love need to be at the core of Pride both as a celebration and a movement.Read more
Community Vigil for Juniper Blessing
Santa Fe Plaza, May 17, 6 PM
Join members of our Love Wins team on Sunday, May 17, at 6pm at the Santa Fe Plaza as the Santa Fe community gathers in solidarity, love, and community to honor the life of Juniper Blessing. Juniper, a 19-year-old transgender woman and graduate of New Mexico School for the Arts, was fatally stabbed last Sunday.Read more
Praying in Difficult Times
Children & Youth, May 17, 8:30 & 11am
This Sunday in Children’s Sunday School, we’ll explore Gospel of John and discover how Jesus prayed for His disciples before going to the cross. Children will learn that even when life feels challenging, Jesus watches over us, loves us deeply, and prays for us every single day.Read more
Summer Ice Cream Social
Front Triangle, May 17, 10am
Let's celebrate the end of another wonderful school year and welcome Summer fun! Everyone is welcome—children, youth, parents, those who support them, and those who love ice cream. Join us for this fun, annual celebration.Read more
Preserving Sacred Lands
Interview with Pastor Andrew, May 8
At the Celebration of the Caja last Friday, KSWV spoke with Pastor Andrew as new federal legislation is introduced to support the Caja del Rio. Listen to this interview and read about pending legislation that recognizes the Caja del Rio as one of the most ecologically and historically significant landscapes in the entire country.Read more
Welcoming Rev. Liz Graham
New Parish Associate
We are pleased to announce that Rev. Elizabeth "Liz" Graham has joined us as our new part-time Parish Associate for pastoral care. Now partially retired, Liz has served as a hospice chaplain and in various capacities at a number of churches in New Mexico and other states. She interned here at our church and is pleased to serve again within this congregation.Read morePage 9 of 113