We Are The Church

Celebrating Pastor Kim

Gathering at David and Carol Hughes' House



This Weekend

OC Pride Parade - October 5

This Sunday

Sermon: Why Are Presbyterians Like That? Brains

Just for Kids Sunday School

Flu Shot Clinic

Discernment Journey

Workshop - October 12

This Week

Bible Study - October 9

Choir Practice - October 10

Upcoming Events

Gathering of Spirits - October 23

Sunday Lunch Bunch - October 27

Celebration of Life for Frani Krum - October 31

Community Events

Vox Obscura Concert - October 12

Ministry Opportunities

Coffee Fellowship

Prayer Requests and Praise Reports

Giving

Hurricane Helene Relief Opportunities

Per Capita

Celebrating Pastor Kim

We celebrated Pastor Kim's birthday and anniversary at Anaheim First Presbyterian Church on Sunday. We love you, Pastor Kim!

Gathering at Dr. David and Carol Hughes' Home

It was a great time of fellowship for all who were able to make it. Thanks to David and Carol Hughes for opening up their home!

OC Pride Parade:

Date: Saturday, October 5th

Location: Orange County Fairgrounds, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Carpool Option: If you would like to carpool, meet up at the Church at 9:30am. We will return shortly after the parade.

Time: The parade will start promptly at 11am, so we will meet up at the Fairgrounds at 10:15am in Parking Lot E (the Northwest corner of the OC Fairgrounds, at Fairview and Arlington) to stage for the parade. We are #5 on the parade route (near the start), so you will find us at that designated area in the parade staging area (Lot E). You must be in our group before the start of the parade as no one is allowed to join in along the route.

Parking: Lot D (alongside Fairview) is the closest parking area to the parade start. Those who wish to park in Lot D may do so by entering through Gate 3 on Fairview (south of Arlington). The next closest to the parade is Lot C (alongside Fair), followed by Lot B (alongside Fair). Parking will be $15. (If you want to stay to attend the festival, the entrance fee is $20. However, admission for Seniors is free)

What to Expect: We will march as a group behind the sign, "Affirming Churches of the Presbytery of Los Ranchos." The parade route itself will be fairly short, just under 1/3 of a mile. Since we will be at the start, we will be able to join the rest of the onlookers to cheer on those that follow behind us.

When we meet up at 10:15am, we will sort out who will –

               Carry the banner

               Carry signs

               Handout bracelets w/cards for the Affirming Churches of PLR

               Sparkle Blessings

What to Bring and Do During the Parade: Please wear a tie-dye shirt or something with bright colors. Feel free to accessorize with fun swag! (Check out this Amazon list if you need shirts or ideas). Bring your own water and sunscreen!

FALL WORSHIP SERIES

Sermon: Why Are Presbyterians Like That? Brains

Scripture: genesis 1:26-27; 2:18-20

This series is based on a study by Rev. Dr. John Williams. Like most Christians throughout history, Presbyterians affirm the faith articulated in the Nicene Creed and Apostles Creed, but we are distinguished by the particular ways we live out our faith in Jesus. We don’t claim to be the only Christians who emphasize the elements of Christian faith discussed in this series, but we do believe that these common emphases and themes mark us as distinctive in the Christian family.

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We have begun a study of the congregation to identify our strengths and discern God's leading for our future. The first step on this journey was a survey. Thank you to those who participated in this step!

Though the survey deadline has passed, you can read the letter that went out the last week of August about why we are embarking on this journey by clicking here.

Want a sneak peak on the next steps in the journey?

Click here to see an overview of the process.

Bible Study - Wednesdays at 10am

Scripture: Isaiah 43:1-4

Series: Why are Presbyterians Like That?

Click here to view the Bible Study Guide.

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Gathering of Spirits - October 23

Join us at 5:45 pm at Windsor Browns for a time when our spirits encounter God’s Spirit in spirited discussion on wide ranging topics.

Sunday Lunch Bunch - October 27

Anyone who wishes is invited to join in going out to lunch following worship. We will be meeting at the Good Food Hall.

201 W Center St. Promenade

In Flagrante Delicto: Early Choral Music of the Mediterranean

Vox Obscura, Early Music Vocal Ensemble

Saturday October 12, 2024 | 7:00 PM (60 minutes) 

Location: Anaheim First Presbyterian Church

'In Flagrante Delicto' explores themes of Love and Longing prevalent in Italian Madrigals and folk music of the Renaissance. Vox Obscura delves into a wide variety of music, sacred and secular, including the complex chromaticism of Carlo Gesualdo, the brilliance of Claudio Monteverdi, the beauty of Palestrina, the improvisatory spirit (Sprezzatura) of Italian Madrigals, and more! Join us in the beautiful acoustics of Anaheim First Presbyterian Church for this unique concert experience. 

Vox Obscura unites skilled vocalists in Southern California to perform cultivated concerts inspired by timeless sacred, folk, and art repertoire from a wide variety of early music traditions. Our music programs are carefully curated to restore the original spirit and intent of the composer for a modern audience.

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$15 General Admission

$10 Student Tickets

$25 premium seating

Promo code: APVOX24 ($5 off all tickets for Anaheim First Presbyterian members)

Please pray for those in hospice: Lisa Villian (Scott Liles' friend), and Jack (Jason Vega’s grandfather), Sherry Drew (Jim Schamp's cousin).

Please pray for those in treatment for cancer: Carole Chambers, Judy Jordan, John Harb (Kendall Schubert’s father), Matthew Williams (Jack and Geri Baird's grandson), Catherine Morris, Bill Anderson (Bruce Anderson's brother), Cheri Fawley (friend of Mellody Anderson), Jenn Flory (Mellody Anderson's niece, Kathy (Mellody Anderson's friend).



Please continue to pray for the health of: Harvey Taylor, Norma Leichtweis, Luca (son of Christina Cuddy's friend), Carol Talbot, Wanda Reynolds, Stevie Williams, Rob (Maren’s uncle), Pat Chambers, Cheri Archer, Alyse Hein, Jake Knell (Norma's great nephew), Jackie Gilbert.

If you have a prayer request that you would like to add to our prayer list, 

please contact the church office: offices@anaheimfirstpres.org or 714.535.2176.

WANT TO KNOW HOW TO HELP THOSE IMPACTED BY THE HURRICANE?

In addition to our prayers, here are three places you can consider supporting, both in the short term and long term.

1. Black Mountain Presbyterian Church's Hurricane Relief Fund
2. Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church in Asheville's Pastor Discretionary Fund (choose "Pastor's Discretionary Fund in the drop down menu)
3. Presbyterian Disaster Assistance's Hurricane Response Fund

Please consider making a special donation toward Per Capita.

As part of a connectional church we pay per capita apportionment per member to support the work of the larger Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). This year the amount is $40.65 and will be divided between Presbytery, Synod, and General Assembly. Every Presbyterian shares in the benefit of the PC (USA)'s system of government, so every Presbyterian is asked to share the expenses associated with coordinating and performing the functions of that system. Please consider making this special offering, You may add it to your regular offering, but please make a note that the donation includes an offering to per capita.

Each of you must give as you have made up your mind, not regretfully or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. 2 Corinthians 9:7

Ways to Financially Support the Ministry of AFPC

• Place your offering in the plates available in the Sanctuary on Sundays.

There are plates available in the center aisle and on the communion table.

Offering envelopes are now available for those making a cash donation.

• Donations may also be mailed to the church office:

   Anaheim First Presbyterian Church 

    310 W Broadway

    Anaheim, CA 92805

• Or Give Online: