This Sunday, October 2
The Giving Life Continues
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Sunday October 2
The Giving Life: Learning to Follow the Path of Generosity
"A New and Yet Ancient Way"
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If you would like to watch Part 1 or Part 2 in The Giving Life sermon series click the links below. | |
Sunday School
We look forward to celebrating with our fourth (and several fifth) graders this week as they take their First Communion. All Sunday school classes will hear a lesson related to communion.
- The K/1 Classroom at North will hear the parable of the Good Shepherd. This lesson teaches us about how God uses God’s superpower of Caring to love each of us.
- The Godly Play classroom at North will hear a story about World Communion. This story expands on the parable of the Good Shepherd to show how our shepherd uses the ritual of communion to show love and care for each of us.
- Our 4th and 5th graders at 11 am will meet with a minister just before their First Communion to help them further understand its meaning.
- Our group at South will hear the story of Jesus’ Last Passover. This story lies at the heart of our faith tradition and helps us understand the ritual of communion.
We ask parents and caregivers to update their child’s registration each year. Please take a minute to register your child for all K-12 programs. Click here to register.
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Soli Deo Gloria will be on Sunday October 9 at 9 and 11 am , FC North. This special service of word and music will will feature the music of Maurice Duruflé, Mack Wilberg, Joesph Martin, Stephen Chatman, and a premiere performance of a work by Stephen Main commissioned to celebrate the music ministry of Robert Griffith, Senior Organist, at First Community Church. The music will feature the versatility of First Community’s newly completed Klais organ. Associate Organist Sally Beske and Stephen Main will accompany the choirs and congregation. Plan to join us for this special service!
(Note there are no other services this day.)
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Our Klais Organ Recital and Dedication is scheduled for Friday, November 4 thru Sunday, November 6. Two identical recitals will occur on Friday and Saturday evenings performed by the world-renowned Cologne (Germany) organist Prof. Dr. Winfried Bönig. He has been the senior organist for the Cologne Cathedral for over 21 years and has been called upon to perform special recitals and dedications worldwide. The formal dedication service will occur during a worship service on Nov 6. We are thrilled that this special component of our Sanctuary addition has finally come to fruition.
A ticket isn't required for this event, but please take a moment to register. Please note, the programming will be the same on Nov 4 and 5.
Any questions regarding this event can be directed to Shelly Sagraves via email at [email protected] or (614) 488-0681 ext. 291.
| | New Faith Kit Podcast Series | |
Faith Kit: A Limited Podcast Series on Stewardship
Listen each week as Glen Miles chats with First Community clergy about the spiritual practice of giving. Look for new episodes weekly in Glen's Friday email, Word from Glen.
Friday, September 30 - Rev. Mary Kate Buchanan
Friday, October 7 - Rev. David Hett
Friday, October 14 - Rev. Jim Long
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Wednesday Evenings: The Gathering
Join us tonight at First Community North (3777 Dublin Rd.) for a new fellowship and worship opportunity!
Each Wednesday evening will include the following:
- 5:30 pm: snacks and pizza
- 5:45 pm: short worship, including a devotion by clergy and music
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6 - 7 pm: split into age group activities: Midweek Missions and Choir for children, Everyday Sacred Bible Study continues for adults.
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Community Justice
Our community justice teams are active in the congregation and community and have several exciting and worthwhile events and experiences coming up! Please visit our webpage here for full details on upcoming projects and activities. Should you have any questions about these events or are interested in joining one or more of our community justice teams, please contact Tim Vansant at [email protected]
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"Considering Racism and How It Shaped Central Ohio Neighborhoods" Guest Speaker
October 17, Grace Hall
Presentation Description: Although Columbus and the central Ohio region are outperforming every other Midwestern metropolis in terms of population growth and economic expansion, some parts of the region are thriving while other areas struggle. Michael Wilkos will focus on the social, racial, and economic landscape of Columbus and how past policies contribute to current conditions. PLEASE REGISTER HERE.
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Upcoming Ministries 4 Movement March
Several members of the Racial Equity and Gun Violence Prevention (GVPMT) Ministry Teams participate monthly in a march and worship/information session with members of the Family Missionary Baptist Church and Ministries 4 Movement partners in the South End of Columbus on the first Sunday of each month. First Community is recognized as an official partner of Ministries 4 Movement. We continue to work with this community and other partners for sustainment and new opportunities to contribute to justice causes.
If you are interested in attending this worthwhile event, the next march is on Sunday, October 2 at 3 pm at 996 Oakwood Ave, Columbus. Please sign up here if interested.
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Taizé Service
Tuesday, October 4
7 pm, South
On the first Tuesday of each month, a Taizé worship experience will be offered at South in the Sanctuary. During these short services participants will be invited to meditate, sing, and pray. These meditative services are an excellent opportunity to restore a sense of inner peace. This month's service will be Tuesday, October 4, at 7 pm, First Community South. We hope that you will join us.
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ElderWisdom
September book selection:
Holy Rascals by Rami Shapiro (Part 2)
Thursday,
September 29, 1 pm
South, Library
Join us Thursday, September 29, in the Library at South (1320 Cambridge Blvd). You do not need to have read the book to attend – just come and join us for an open discussion. Please contact Lorelei Lanier Lotozo at (614) 209-7125 or Robin Hood with questions or to add your name to our email list.
Click HERE to get your copy and to read more about the book.
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Coffee with Glen
Saturday, October 8
9:30 am
FC North
Interested in membership? Join Senior Minister, Glen Miles, for coffee and conversation to learn more about First Community and how to become a member.
Contact Shelly Sagraves to register.
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Older Adult Day at Akita
Tuesday, October 18
North Parking Lot
9 am - 5 pm
Our Older Adult Ministry Team set a date for October 18 for another day trip to Akita. We will meet at North Campus at 9 am, set to leave no later then 9:30 to head down to Akita. We will enjoy lunch, a guided nature tour with Greg Wittmann, and some time to explore all that Akita has to offer. Please join us! You can register HERE or by contacting Robin Hood at (614) 488-0681 ext. 235
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Travel Opportunity
Join Glen and Julie Miles on a trip to the Holy Land.
The trip will be 10 days, October 31 - November 9, 2023.
Cities on the tour include:
CAESAREA * HAIFA * NAZARETH * TIBERIAS
SEA OF GALILEE * BETHLEHEM * MASADA * JERUSALEM
If you are interested in learning more, click the button below to download the full brochure. If you would like to reserve a spot, click the button to email Julie Miles.
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Blessing of the Animals
Sunday, October 9
1-2 pm South
Be sure to bring your pet, Sunday, October 9, 1-2 pm, to the front lawn of First Community South (1320 Cambridge Blvd.) for The Blessing of the Animals. Glen Miles, along with other FC pastors, will be there to share in a brief service of worship and offer blessings for all the pets who join us in this joy-filled event.
Heart to Heart Food Pantry will collect pet food on this day at FC South. Please bring donations of wet or dry cat food, dog food, or treats to the 10 am worship service or the pet blessing at 1 pm.
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Nominating Committee: Nominations Still Open
There is still time to help choose our next group of leaders by nominating church members to serve on the Nominating Committee.
Nomination forms are available in multiple formats, including pick-up at First Community North and South Reception desks and narthexes, printable PDF versions, and online submission forms. You can find more information, PDFs, and online submission links at FCchurch.com/nominations
Please email Shelly Sagraves if you have questions regarding the forms or submission process. Thank you for helping with this important work.
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Job Opportunities
First Community is hiring! Click the button below to view openings and to apply.
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Becoming a Sacred Agent:
A Weekend with Avery Solomon
Friday September 30
7-9 pm &
Saturday, October 1
10 am-12 pm/2-4 pm
On Zoom
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You are invited to join a in a virtual weekend of communing with Avery Solomon and friends for deepening our spiritual journey.
Avery Solomon is a teacher and researcher at Wisdom’s Goldenrod Center for Philosophic Studies in Hector, NY. A long-time friend of First Community Church, he gives seminars and classes around the world on spiritual philosophy, ancient wisdom and modern cosmology, science, and non-duality. Dr. Solomon has been involved since 2001 in the dialogue of science and Buddhism started by His Holiness the Dalai Lama. He brings a wide background of experience from many spiritual traditions and teachers and a sense of humor to serious matters.
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Yoga classes
with Jodi Patton
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Wednesdays
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
September 14, 21, 28 and
October 5, 12,19, 2022
Location: In-Person at First Community North
Choir Room (Room 115)
Fee: $10/per class (pay instructor directly)
This one-hour Hatha yoga & mindfulness class format includes a gentle movement yoga posture practice for students of all ages, sizes, and fitness levels. Class sequencing includes easeful body movement, a mindfulness component such as breath practice, contemplation, meditation, or guided imagery and ends with a quiet deep relaxation.
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Thursday @ Ten Spiritual Explorers
Weekly beginning Sept. 15
Every Thursday
10-11:30 am
Hybrid: In-Person at First Community North, and available on Zoom
Discussions of Brené Brown's video lectures conclude mid-October, followed by a new book study to be selected by the group.
Facilitated by Connie Johnston, assisted by Rev. David Hett
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Tuesdays
October 4- November 29
In Person, Burkhart Chapel, First Community South
7 – 8:30 pm
(limited Zoom availability for first nine weeks)
January 3 – February 28
Via Zoom Only
The Unfolding Now: Realizing Your True Nature through the Practice of Presence was originally presented as a series of teachings by A. H. Almaas (Hameed Ali), the founder of the Diamond Approach to inner realization.
Facilitator for this series is Rev. David Hett, Minister of Spiritual Life & Learning, and an ordained Teacher of the Diamond Approach. The sessions will include meditation time, a short teaching based on the chapter, the group practice of inquiry in groups of 2 or 3 normally, and a time for questions and comments at the end.
Participants will be expected to purchase the book. Regular attendance is urged but those who must miss a session (and those who are not able to meet in person during the first nine weeks), should stay current with the chapter readings and doing the inquiries as a journaling method or working with someone else.
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