Category: Mission & Social Justice
The Border—A Faith Perspective
Adult Ed, Sep 21, 9:45am
VIDEO. Whenever the topic of immigration is raised, most folks immediately begin discussing (or arguing) about politics or political solutions. As people of faith, we need to bring our faith values into this arena. The Rev. Dr. John Nelsen updates us on what is happening at the border and how our faith must shape our perspectives.Read more
Baby Hygiene Supplies Needed
Donation Box at Church
The Las Cumbres Infant and Early Childhood Services is in need of diapers ( sizes 4, 5, & 6) and baby wipes for their immigrant and refugee services. As a member of the Santa Fe Faith Coalition, our church is participating in this diaper baby hygiene drive. Read more
Community Volunteer Opportunities
MSJ Compilation Updated
In answer to the turmoil in our society, many of you are asking "What can I do to help?" Our Mission and Social Justice (MSJ) Committee has recently updated their list of volunteer opportunities to help immigrants, domestic violence victims, children, "Dreamers," Afghan students, and others in our community. Check out what you can do.Read more
Housing for the Homeless
Convention Center, Sep 10, 5:30–7:30 pm
The Mission and Social Justice Committee invites everyone to attend a free session "What Works—Housing-Centered Solutions That End Homelessness" on Wednesday, September 10th, at the Santa Fe Community Convention Center from 5:30–7:30 pm. This is part of an educational series presented by Santa Fe Housing Inititiave, Santa Fe Community Foundation and Community Investment Alliance.Read more
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 morePage 7 of 18