Category: Mission & Social Justice
Welcome the Stranger
FPC Speaks Out in SF New Mexican, Aug 27
FPC along with four other churches in the Faith Coalition felt compelled by the teachings in the scriptures to speak out in an ad run in the Santa Fe New Mexican on August 27th and also in Pasa Tiempo. We advocate for just policies and offer practical support to immigrants. We also presented to the Mayor’s Committee on Immigration. See the full ad and presentation.Read more
Dr. Barbee’s Inspiration to Action
Join email list, Aug 28 meeting
This past Sunday the Rev Dr Amantha Barbee delivered a powerful call to action, “It is past time that we rise up against evil principalities and be the disciples of Christ that we proclaim to be. It is a sin, nothing less, to sit idly by and watch the destruction we are currently witnessing." Listen again to her words (and songs) and join our email list for our resistance efforts. And join us in a Zoom meeting, Aug 28, 7pm.Read more
Support the Southside Fair
Aug 27, 4-7pm, Ortiz Middle School
Help uplift Santa Fe's Spanish-speaking entrepreneurs at the Third Annual Feria Southside on August 27th. Celebrate Santa Fe's diverse families, local businesses, and entrepreneurial spirit from 4–7pm at the Ortiz Middle School with music, food, and activities. Our Mission and Social Justice Committee hopes you will join this celebration.Read more
Donate Your Used Eyeglasses
Drop off box in lobby
Got old eyeglasses stashed somewhere? You can drop them off in our lobby in a box near the bottle cap collection box. Our church has joined with five other churches in the Faith Coalition to partner with the Lions Club in their collection of used eyeglasses. Find that stash and let those old eyeglasses help someone who could really use them.Read more
The Navajo Quilt Project
Pop-Up Event, Patio, Aug 23, 10am-1pm
We are conducting a Navajo Quilting Pop-Up on Aug 23, 10am-1pm, to collect sewing equipment, materials, and fabric for Navajo quilters to use to make quilts for needy elders in their communities. Our collection area for cars passing by will be on the Grant Ave patio. We will also accept finished quilts and checks to FPC for "Navajo Quilting Project."Read more
The Navajo Quilt Project
Pop-Up Event, Patio, Aug 23, 10am-1pm
As we did in 2023, First Presbyterian is collecting items for the Navajo Quilt Project. The last collection was such a success it required two trucks to take the items to the Sheep Springs Chapter House on the Navajo Nation. Throughout the summer we will be gathering fabric, quilting supplies and finished quilts to donate.Read more
School Supply Drive
Donations Needed by Aug 3
The FPC School Supply drive is your chance to give a child in need the tools to succeed in their education. New backpacks and school supplies allow a child to focus on their education and reach their potential. Please bring your donations to the church lobby by August 3rd.Read more
Our Role in Resistance
Adult Ed, Jul 13, 9:45am
This week join Pastor Andrew as we continue our discussion of exactly what role should our church take in today's political climate and also look at some actions individuals can take. If you missed prior class(es) you can still view the videos, get all the handouts, and join in this important discussion. Join us in McFarland Chapel or on Zoom.Read more
Santa Fe Pride Parade
Mission Activity, Jun 28, 10:00am
Join the festivities for Santa Fe Pride. FPC will be sharing booth space on the Plaza with Westminster Presbyterian Church. Help is needed to locate a canopy tent, carry a table and chairs to the plaza, meet and greet people during the event and hand out goodies.Read morePage 5 of 16