Hello First Presbyterian Church,

Today is Ash Wednesday, and thus begins our Lenten journey towards the cross. We will worship together tonight at 7:00 pm- in-person in the sanctuary and online. This service WILL be live-streamed. 

We've got three Lenten devotionals for you to choose from- read below for details. Printed copies will be available tonight and on Sunday. If you'd like a PDF version, let me know. 

On Sunday, we'll start our Lenten sermon series: Scriptures at Supper. We'll explore Jesus' last meal with his disciples, and the wisdom he shares at the table. 

Speaking of meals, don't forget that the fundraising luncheon for One Great Hour of Sharing is taking place after church this Sunday! All are invited. Keep reading for the delicious menu and how you can RSVP.

It's a gift to observe the season of Lent alongside you.

Peace,

Rosy

P.S. - In worship this Sunday, we will ordain and install our new class of elders: Mary Margaret Healy, Mariam Durrett, and Barbara Phillips.

COVENANT OF CARE

Remember: by attending worship or other events in-person at FPCR, you are agreeing to a covenant of care which includes self-screening for COVID symptoms before choosing to attend in-person activities. Masks are optional but recommended. We have members that are continuing to wear masks, due to health concerns or out of care for others. Please respect the decisions and personal space of others as you attend FPCR.

Wednesday, February 22

• Sometimers: 8:00 am
• Ash Wednesday Service: 7:00 pm
• Choir Rehearsal: 7:45 pm

Thursday, February 23

• Tai Chi: 10:00 am, Fellowship Hall

Friday, February 24

• Staff Meeting & Lunch: 11:00 am
• Session Retreat

Saturday, February 25

• Session Retreat

Sunday, February 26 - First Sunday of Lent

• Nursery: 9:00 am
• Children's Sunday School: 9:00 am
• Matthew 25 Class: 9:00 am
• Worship In-Person/Online: 10:30 am
• One Great Hour of Sharing Luncheon: 12:00 pm
• Grace Fellowship Worship: 1:00 pm, Chapel

Monday, February 27

• Faith Sharing: 1:00 pm, Library
• Book Discussion Group: 2:00 pm, Library

Tuesday, February 28

• Tuesday Morning Prayer Group: 6:30 am, by Phone (Call Robin Smith if interested)
• Tuesday Morning Bible Study: 10:00 am, Library

Wednesday, March 1

• Sometimers: 8:00 am
• Morning Circle: 9:45 am, Heritage Hall
• Handbell Rehearsal: 5:50 pm
• Choir Rehearsal: 7:30 pm

*Events listed in blue indicate that one of our Community Partners is using our facilities.

Click here to view an interactive map where you can learn more about exactly where your gifts to One Great Hour of Sharing go, supporting the work of the Presbyterian programs of Disaster.

FPCR Session Members

Class of 2023

John Fattaruso

Ben Niewenhuis

Sarah Wright

Class of 2024

Jo Bowen

Dianne Long

Jan Warner

Class of 2025

Liz Bross

Mike Haun

Robin Smith

Class of 2026

Barbara Phillips

Mary Margaret Healy

Miriam Durrett

Rev. Rosy Robson McCreary - Moderator

Margaret Wright Rogers - Clerk

Session Meeting Dates

March 19

April 16

May 21

June 25

August 6

September 17

October 15

November 19

December 9