125 years of First Reformed United Church of Christ

For Best Viewing Experience Click

View as Webpage

(Best on cell phones and tablets!)

Click icons to view the Sunday bulletin and minutes.

Click icon for online worship access

SEPTEMBER NEWSLETTER AVAILABLE SEPTEMBER 1ST.

Dear Beloved Community,

I have to admit, I didn't realize I would feel this sad about the death of a celebrity. But Dolly Parton was more than that. She was someone whose voice, laughter, song and smile wrapped us all in a warmth that felt genuine and real. People on opposite sides of all kinds of issues found themselves drawn to Dolly. 

What a gift to the world—her music, humor, generosity, and ability remind us to be exactly who God created us to be.

This Sunday, we continue The Circle of Practice with Surrender, looking at Exodus 3:1–15 and Matthew 16:21–28. Moses is standing on holy ground, and Jesus is asking his disciples to let go of their expectations and plans and follow him. Sometimes surrender is simply saying, “Here I am, God. I’m not sure where we are headed, but I'm listening.”

And this weekend, I hope you’ll also join us at Lexington Pride. First Reformed UCC is proud to be a sponsor. I think this is one of the ways we practice what we preach—making room, showing up, and reminding our community that there is a place for everyone in God’s circle.

Come worship. Come celebrate. Come be part of the circle.

See you Sunday!

Grace and peace,

Elizabeth

Y

Celebrating 125 Years

with an Extra $125 of Gratitude and Generosity

125th Anniversary Tee Shirts for Sale!

~ Deadline for orders is September 13th ~

Tee shirts will display the 125th Anniversary print on the back

The front of the tee shirts will have the First Reformed UCC print pocket level.

Sizes XS-XL are $15.00 each

Sizes XXL and above are $17.00 each

See Dave Fulton to order yours today!



Sunday Adult Bible Study

(Meet in Parlor Sundays - 9:30am)

Tex Mix - Earthy Mysticism

featuring Tex Sample

Beginning in September

New Bible Study

Genesis

A Beginner’s Guide to the Beginning

By Amy-Jill Levine

Music At First Reformed UCC

SUNDAY - Sept. 20, 2026

Pick-up Choir

"Praise to the Lord, the Almighty"

ALL ARE INVITED TO PARTICIPATE 

Participants meet in the Sanctuary at 10am for a brief practice session.

If you would like to join our Sunday morning choir, or you play an instrument and would like to share your talent during the worship service, please contact our Choir Director,

Ellen Peterson.

Would You Like to Help with Communion?

We are looking to expand our Communion Prep Team! Please scan the QR code to learn more about how you can get involved.

Presentation on UCC Cuba Study

THIS Sunday, August 30 at 1:30 pm (Fellowship Hall)

Rev. Dr. Tom Warren, ACM of the WNCA and Pastor of Peace UCC, speak about the upcoming UCC Cuba Study Seminar, will help us better understand what life is like for the people of Cuba, especially in Santiago, and update us on the relationship built over the years through the WNCA partnership.

FRUCC Game Night, Friday - Sept. 4th at 6pm (Fellowship Hall)

All are welcome to join! Bring your favorite board game!

_________________________________________________________

Joint Worship Service – Sept. 13,2026

As part of our 125th Anniversary Celebration, we will join St. Stephen UMC for worship at First Reformed on Sunday, September 13. Rev. Arnetta Beverly bring a special message.

__________________________________________________

First Reformed UCC Youth Group

Starting Sept. 20 at 5:30pm

Future Youth Group meetings will be on the first and third Sunday of each month. 5:30pm

September 2026 Calendar

Each Week

Mondays from 4:00-6:00pm     FRUCC Clothing Ministry

Mondays (2nd, 3rd, & 4th) from 5:30-7:00pm     Open Hands Meal

Saturdays from 12:00-1:00pm   FRUCC Saturday Lunch Ministry

Events and Meetings in September

9/1 Men's Brotherhood Meeting, 6:30pm.................Yarborough's

9/4 Game Night, 6:00pm............................................Fellowship Hall

9/7 OFFICE CLOSED/LABOR DAY

9/8 Board of Worship, 6:00pm..................................Parlor

9/9 Board of Evangelism, 5:30pm.............................Parlor

9/13 Consistory Meeting, following Worship...........Parlor

9/12 Community Garden Work Day, 10am-12pm

9/14 Stewardship Meeting, 3:00pm.........................Parlor

9/14 First Hope Ministry Meal (Adult Bible Study Class)

9/16 NAMI In-person Support Group, 1:00pm.........Edu. Bldg-Room 9/20 Youth Group Meeting, 5:30pm.........................TBD

9/23 Women’s Fellowship, 11:30am..........................Yarborough’s

9/23 Executive Board Meeting, 3:00pm...................Parlor

9/27 LGBTQIA Intersection of Faith Bible Study, 4pm .. Parlor

9/30 Red Cross Blood Drive, 2-7pm...........................Fellowship Hall

Davidson County

First Hope Ministry - Homeless Shelter

FRUCC Meals Calendar

Adult Sunday School Class providing Monday - Sept. 14, 2026

TBD - Monday - Nov. 9, 2026

107 E. First Ave., Lexington

On the 3rd Wednesday of each month from 1:00-2:30pm

NAMI IN-PERSON SUPPORT GROUP MEETINGS

Family Support Group meetings at First Reformed UCC in Lexington, NC. Meetings will be held in the Education Building located at 75 N. Salisbury Street, Lexington NC

--------------------------------------------------------------------

NAMI Connection is a support group for adults diagnosed with mental health conditions. Facilitated by trained peers, it encourages safe, confidential sharing in a flexible group setting. 

These meetings are via Zoom. To register, visit our Calendar; https://naminwpiedmontnc.org/calendar/, 

and click on a Connection meeting of your choice. Use the “Register” link to enter your information. This will get you to all scheduled meetings for that entry. Email: ncpsstraining@gmail.com 0pm  

• Every Thursday from 6:30 to 8:00 pm. 

• Every Sunday 6:30- 8:00pm Young Adult Connection (18-40 years of age) 

• 3^rd Wednesday monthly from 6:00 to 7:30pm

• Every Thursday from 6:30 to 8:00 pm. 

Dates to Remember the week of 8/29- 9/5

Saturday, 8/29

11am - 4pm.... Lexington Pride - Join us at Breeden Amphitheatre

12-1:00pm..... Saturday Lunch Ministry

Sunday, 8/30   Blessing of CEES School Supplies

9:30am........ Adult Bible Study – Parlor

9:30am........ Choir Practice – Choir Room

10:30am...... Worship Service - Sanctuary/YouTube

11:00am....... Faith Forward Baptist Church – Chapel

1:30pm….…UCC Cuba Study Seminar presentation by

                        Rev. Tom Warren.

 Monday, 8/31

10:00am.........Volunteers take CEES Supplies to the school

4:00pm..........FRUCC Clothing Ministry

5:30pm..........Open Hands Ministry

Tuesday, 9/1

6:30pm........Men’s Brotherhood Meeting

Yarborough’s Restaurant

Wednesday, 9/2

3:00pm........ Finance Meeting – Parlor

Thursday, 9/4

6:30pm........ Thriving Church Leadership Team - Zoom

Friday, 9/4

6:00pm........FRUCC Game Night – Fellowship Hall

Saturday, 9/5

12-1:00pm..... Saturday Lunch Ministry

Sunday, 9/6   Holy Communion

9:30am........ Adult Bible Study – Parlor

9:30am........ Choir Practice – Choir Room

10:30am...... Worship Service - Sanctuary/YouTube

11:00am....... Faith Forward Baptist Church – Chapel

Monday, 9/7 Church Office Closed for Labor Day

PRAYER CONCERNS

Sylvia Walser, Robb Saunders, Aurelia Smith, June Grubb, Susan Odom, MeLinda Mikaelson

AT HOME

Marge Doty, Lib Hinkle, Carolyn Spivey, Deanna Michael, Pattie Everhart

IN CARE FACILITIES

Peggy Bates – Grayson Creek, Welcome

Gennie Lou Byerly – Abernethy Laurels, Newton

Myrtle Latimer – Countryside Village, Stokesdale

Eulene Shepherd – Piedmont Crossing, Thomasville

FRIENDS

Gary Peterson (Father of Jeremy Peterson),

Our Saturday Lunch Guests