Tuesday, September 19, 2023 | E-News | Vol. 5, Issue 18 | |
“How very good and pleasant it is when kindred live together in unity.” -Psalm 133:1 | |
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For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.
Stewardship for 2024
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Thank you for your gifts, your energy and your devotion which have flourished as expressions of the presence of Christ in the world He loves. Feel free to drop off your 2024 pledge at the church or make your commitment online. | |
♦ Events ♦ Classes ♦ Worship ♦ Connect | |
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Realm photo station
Sunday, September 24, 9-10:45 a.m.
Atrium table
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The First Church online directory is being updated and will be active January 2024. Stop by the photo station booth in the Atrium and have Kathy take an updated pic of you for the directory. You can also change how much of your contact information is displayed to other members. For help and questions, email Kathy Wilson or call 918-301-1029. | |
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Kenya mission trip review
Sunday, September 24, 9:30 a.m.; Stephenson Hall
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Join us for a review of our Kenya mission trip this past summer. | |
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Deacons Day of Care
Saturdays, October 7 and October 28, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
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Volunteer to help members with yard work and home projects at the upcoming Deacons' Days of Care. To volunteer or request a visit to your home, click here or contact Kathy Wilson. | |
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You’re invited to the wedding of
Courtaney Miller and Austin Stember
Saturday, October 7, 5:30 p.m.; Sanctuary
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The entire church membership is invited to attend the wedding of Courtaney Miller, the daughter of Diane and Dr. Jim Miller, senior pastor of First Church Tulsa. There will be a reception in the Courtyard following. “We can’t wait to celebrate with you.”
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Ron Pearson’s 50th Annual Organ Concert
Sunday, October 8, 4 p.m.
Sanctuary, First Presbyterian Church of Tulsa
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Join us for Ron Pearson’s 50th Annual Organ Concert featuring Josef Rheinberger’s Concerto No. 2 in G minor, Op. 177 for organ, strings, two horns, two trumpets and timpani. Works by J.S. Bach, Denis Bedard and Charles-Marie Widor will be included. Guest artists include The University of Tulsa Chamber Orchestra, Rick Wagner conducting. The concert is free and open to the public. Following the concert there will be a reception in the First Church Atrium. Join us and help us celebrate Ron’s 50th annual concert. | |
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Young adults fall hike
Saturday, October 14, 10 a.m.
Forbidden Forest Visitor’s Center at Keystone Lake
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Come fellowship and exercise with other young adults on an easy six mile hike at Keystone Lake. For information and directions, click here. | |
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Fall Festival
Sunday, October 22, 3:30 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Camp Loughridge
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Come celebrate friends and family with fun activities for all ages. Enjoy hayrides, music and trunk or treat as well as barbeque prepared by the First Church Pitmasters. More detailed information to come. | |
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Camp Loughridge Fall Fundraiser
Friday, November 3, 6:30 p.m.
Camp Loughridge Temple Conference Center
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Make plans now to enjoy an evening with dinner, fellowship and silent auction. Funds raised will be used to further the camp and scholarships for kids to attend day camp. For more information, contact Katelynn King or follow this link. | |
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Sing! An Irish Christmas with Keith & Kristyn Getty
Monday, December 4, 7 p.m.; Sanctuary
Get your tickets here
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Keith & Kristyn Getty and their band are coming back to First Church this December with, "Sing! An Irish Christmas." This vibrant collection of carols, hymns and instrumentals celebrates the wonder and beauty of Christmas. Tickets are on sale now for $10 per adult. Students 21 and under are free with an RSVP at this link. | |
Grouped by day, Sunday through Saturday | |
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Pastor's Study with Dr. Jim Miller
Sundays at 9:30 a.m.; E104
Wednesdays at 11:30 a.m.; E104
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We are studying Rebecca McLaughlin’s book titled, “Confronting Christianity: 12 Hard Questions for the World’s Largest Religion.” Optional lunch on Wednesdays. Payment can be made in advance online or at the door. | |
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Foundations class with Rev. Dan Hutchison
9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m., Sundays through Nov. 26, E104
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This class is open to anyone who is interested in studying the basic foundations of the Bible and principles of the Christian faith. Join us as we explore the depth of human need, the mystery of God's righteousness revealed in Christ, the transformative power of God's grace and love, and much more. All ages and levels of previous engagement with the Scriptures are welcome. | |
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UKirk college Sunday school
Sundays, 9:30 a.m.; Room E201
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First Church Choristers
Sundays, 9 a.m.; West Parlor
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Children ages 5 to fourth grade are invited to “make a joyful noise unto the Lord” and to sing with the First Church Choristers! Learn more about the Choristers and enroll by September 30 for the fall semester. | |
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Celebration Singers youth choir
Sundays, 9 a.m.; Choir Room
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Students in grades 5-12 are invited to join the Celebration Singers. Throughout the school year, this youth choir will have opportunities to sing for worship and special events. Enroll by September 30 here. | |
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Inquirers Class
Sundays, September 24 – October 15, 9:15 a.m.; Miller Library
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Are you or someone you know interested in learning more about First Church? This class is perfect for meeting others, getting to know our pastors and asking questions. Sign up online now with Patricia Hall at 918-584-4701. | |
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Monday School
Mondays, 12:00 p.m.; Kirkland Library
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Join us as Justin Schell leads an eight-week Bible study about God’s Kingdom. Lunch is at 11:30 a.m. Prepay here. Watch past Monday School classes online at our YouTube channel. | |
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Guys’ Monday Bible study
Mondays, 11:45 a.m.; Room E103
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Register for the Guy's Monday Bible Study and prepay for lunch online. | |
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Little Lambs
Mondays, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.; Wiseman Hall
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Parents and caregivers with infant to preschool-age children come to sing and learn about Jesus and connect with other families. Snacks will be provided. For questions, reach out to Laurel Baird at 918-852-2582. | |
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UKIRK College Bible Study
Tuesdays, 4:45 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.; TU’s Sharp Chapel
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College age students are invited to attend this Bible study at The University of Tulsa. | |
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Precept Bible Study
Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m. -10:40 a.m.; Room E101
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The Precept Bible study is an 11-week study on the Psalms. This study on Psalms 1-22 is perfect for you to learn more about how to praise God in the good times, lament honestly in the bad times and trust God through every season of life. Contact Laura Stevens or follow the link for more information. | |
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This month, Presbyterian Women are helping needy Tulsans through Helping Hand Ministry. Please drop off your donation of full-sized toiletries, small bottles of laundry soap and toilet paper to the collection bin in the Atrium. To learn how you can get involved with Presbyterian Women, contact Kathy Wilson in the church office. Join us for one of our upcoming events:
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Wednesday Night Downtown
Wednesdays, dinner at 5:15 p.m., classes at 6:15
Join us for dinner in Stephenson Hall and stay for a class. Classes include:
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Meaning Behind the Meaning Behind the Marquee
Stephenson Hall
If you drive by our church, you will see three words on our marquee: orthodox, reformed and evangelical. This fall, we will be considering each of these words, the history and theology that give them meaning, and how they might shape our life together. First Church pastors will lead this five-week series ending Wednesday, October 11, 2023.
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AWANA AWANA Clubs
Wednesdays, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m., Children’s areas
For ages 2 through fourth grade
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AWANA provides weekly programs and special events that introduce kids to Christ and build a biblical foundation for faith. | |
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Parenting brown bag lunch group
Thursdays Sept. 21, Oct. 5, 26, Nov. 2, 16, 30 and Dec. 7
11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.; Room E100
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Join us to discuss the book, “The Worry-Free Parent,” by Sissy Goff. Led by Sarah Savage. | |
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World Communion Sunday
Sunday, October 1, 11:00 a.m.; Sanctuary
Join us for one combined service with Rev. Wambugu Gachungi. Communion will be served.
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Special worship schedule for October
Sunday, October 8, 15 and 22
- 8:15 a.m. worship with Dr. Miller; Sanctuary
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11 a.m. worship with Dr. Miller; Sanctuary
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11 a.m. worship with Rev. Wambugu Gachungi; Great Hall*
Sunday, October 29
- 11 a.m. worship with Dr. Miller; Sanctuary
*11 a.m. Sanctuary worship will be streamed to the Great Hall.
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Regular weekly worship services
See all scheduled worship and classes on our event calendar.
Saturdays at 10:30 a.m.
TIF Prayer meeting in the Great Hall
Sundays at 8 a.m.
Traditional worship in the Chapel
Sundays at 8:30 a.m.
Contemporary worship in Stephenson Hall
Sundays at 11 a.m.
- Traditional worship in the Sanctuary.
- Contemporary worship in Stephenson Hall.
- TIF in the Great Hall.
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Watch worship from home
Sundays at 11 a.m. live or anytime thereafter
Traditional worship
TIF worship
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The Transition Team has created a page on our website to answer frequently asked questions about the transition at First Church.
- What do the weeks leading up to Dr. Miller’s retirement look like?
- What will be Dr. Miller’s involvement after he retires?
- How long does a search for a new senior pastor take?
Find answers to these questions and more at FirstChurchTulsa.org/PastorTransition. There you will also find a transition roadmap that outlines the entire process. Please direct your transition questions to [email protected].
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“The Transition” podcast
Now available online
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“The Transition” podcast hosted by Rev. Julia Metcalf explores the process and progress of the pastoral transition happening at First Church. You are invited into the conversation to learn, hear updates, and be encouraged by the Holy Spirit's work as we walk into a new season. | |
For pastoral needs, prayer requests, important family news or a change in contact information, please call 918-584-4701 or email Kathy Wilson. To directly request prayer by the Guild of Intercessors, call Paula Peterson at 918-296-5548 or text 918-688-2163. | | | | |
