Thursday, August 15, 2024 | E-News | Vol. 6, Issue 17 | |
“Let the wise, too, hear and gain in learning and the discerning acquire skill.” – Proverbs 1:5 | |
♦ Events ♦ Worship ♦ Classes ♦ Connect | |
Sign up for First Church Choristers & Celebration Singers
Registration is now open until September 30
Our children’s choir and youth choirs are growing! We are gearing up for a active year of music, performance and fun! Official rehearsals start on Sunday, Sept. 15. Register for First Church Choristers or Celebration Singers today! For more information, contact Gretchen Bashforth.
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Ping Pong with a Purpose - Cookout and Tournament
Sunday, August 18, 12:15 p.m., Stephenson Hall and Courtyard
All ages are welcome to enjoy food, fun, and fellowship at the annual ping pong tournament benefiting our mission at Anderson Elementary. Sign up to compete in the men's, women's, high school, middle school, and elementary categories. You can also learn how to get involved at Anderson as a mentor in the impactful Lunch Buddy Program. There is no cost to enter, but your donations will help replenish Anderson’s clothes closet with coats and uniform pants that elementary students need throughout the year. Register now and make a difference!
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Farewell reception for Gary Mathews
Sunday, August 18, prior to the ping pong tournament in Stephenson Hall
Join us for a special reception to honor Gary Mathews for his dedication and service to First Church Tulsa, our members and the community. He held the essential position of Clerk of Session at First Church for many years. Gary is moving to Arkansas and we will miss him greatly. Come and let's show our appreciation for his generosity and friendship.
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Newcomer Gathering
Sunday, August 25, 9:30 a.m., Room E202
Are you brand new or fairly new to First Church? Come and enjoy coffee, light breakfast, fellowship, and learn about upcoming opportunities to grow in your faith here at First Church. Please register here to ensure we have enough bagels and coffee for everyone. For more information, contact Emma Myatt.
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Breakfast on Boston
Sunday, September 8, 9:15 a.m., West side of church on Boston Avenue
Come celebrate with us and learn about various areas of service opportunities within the church while also enjoying good food, fellowship, live music from Grady Nichols, pony rides, and face painting. More details to come! To prepay for meals and avoid the lines, click here or register at the table in the atrium on Aug. 25 & Sept. 1. Breakfast prices are adults $7, children (4-12 years old) $4, (toddlers 3 years old and younger) free and families $20. There will be no Sunday School on this day.
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Presbyterian Women Dedication Luncheon
Thursday, September 12, 12:00 p.m., Miller Library
Presbyterian Women invites the ladies of First Church to their annual Dedication Luncheon. Cost is $10. Make a reservation by contacting Kathy Wilson at kwilson@firstchurchtulsa.org.
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Matson Cup Golf Tournament
Monday, September 16, Check-in at 7:30 a.m., Tournament starts at 9 a.m.
MeadowBrook Country Club
Join us for the 17th Annual Golf Tournament benefiting Helping Hand. Support our ministry’s mission to serve the most vulnerable in our community. Your registration fee includes the tournament and lunch. Register now at FirstChurchTulsa.org/golf24.
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Ron Pearson’s 50th Anniversary Banquet
Saturday, September 21, Doors open at 6:00 PM, Dinner at 6:45 PM
Cox Business Convention Center Ballroom
Celebrate Ron Pearson's 50 years of music ministry with an evening of music, memories, and a delicious meal. The event features pianists Donald and Barron Ryan, the Chancel Choir, and more. Tickets are $25 per person, and table sponsorships are available. For more information, email Gretchen Bashforth or call 918-301-1012. Register online at FirstChurchTulsa.org/PearsonBanquet.
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Weekly worship services
Saturdays, 9 a.m.
TIF Prayer meeting in the Great Hall
Sundays, 8 a.m.
Traditional worship in Kerr Chapel
Sundays, 8:30 a.m.
Contemporary worship in Stephenson Hall
Sundays, 11 a.m.
Traditional worship in the Sanctuary
Contemporary worship in Stephenson Hall
International worship in the Great Hall
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Watch online
Sundays at 11 a.m. live or anytime thereafter
Traditional worship
Cox Cable Ch. 3 at 11 a.m. & 5 p.m.
Tulsa International Fellowship worship
See all other scheduled worship and classes on our website event calendar.
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Weekly classes and events | |
Faith & Film all-church Sunday School class
Sundays, through Aug. 25, 9:30 a.m.; Miller Library
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First Church Family Swim
Sundays through September 1, 1:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.; Camp Loughridge
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Men’s Monday Bible Study
Beginning Monday, Sept. 9, 12:00 p.m.; E103.
More information to come.
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Seasons Women’s Gathering
New semester begins Monday, September 9, 6:30 p.m., Miller Library
During this new semester, we will explore the profound relationship between God the Father, Son, and the Holy Spirit, and gain a deeper understanding of the Trinity. This topic will help you connect more intimately with God and find greater joy in knowing Him. Through engaging video sessions, we will uncover the beauty of the Gospel and the essential role of the Trinity in your faith journey.
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Precept Bible Study
Beginning Tuesday, Sept. 10; 9:45 a.m.; E100
Denise Rounds will lead the study on the gospel of John. For more information or to join the class, contact Laura Stevens at: lstevens@firstchurchtulsa.org.
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Presbyterian Women Project Days
First and fourth Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Project Room, fourth floor
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Parenting Book Discussion and Brown Bag Lunch
First and third Thursdays beginning Sept 5 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Room 100
Join Sarah Savage, Director of Children’s Ministries, for a Parenting Book Discussion and Brown Bag Lunch. We will dive into the essential topic of setting boundaries, inspired by Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend's book, Boundaries, and the new book, Set Boundaries, Find Peace by Nedra Glover Tawwab. These sessions will offer practical insights on how to establish healthy limits and how to foster a balanced and respectful family dynamic. Bring your lunch and be prepared for an engaging conversation on this crucial aspect of parenting.
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Presbyterian Women September Mission
Presbyterian Women’s September Mission is the Helping Hand Ministry. Please bring full-sized toiletries, small bottles of laundry detergent, toilet paper and canned goods and place them in the PW mission container in the Atrium on Wednesdays and Sundays.
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Find your place to serve at Masterwork Academy
Classes begin Tuesday, September 3 and meet weekdays, 2:30 p.m. - 4:45 p.m., Bernsen Community Life Center
God has prepared a good work for you! Masterwork Academy is a place where your heart and hands can champion budding, young artists. No artistic skill is necessary, and any amount of service is welcome! There are many ways for volunteers to contribute: classroom help, gathering supplies, becoming a prayer partner, tutoring, substitute teaching, and more. Training is provided. Email Laura Voth or call 918-954-1103 for more information and to sign up.
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First Friends in the Pews
Sundays in the Atrium, 15 minutes before each worship service
Join us as we foster a mindset of hospitality in all elements of our worship and focus our hearts to be inwardly strong and outwardly focused. In preparation for welcoming newcomers and visitors, the First Friends in the Pews group gathers to pray before each worship service. For more information, email Emma Myatt or call (918) 857-5652.
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What’s next in the pastoral transition process?
The Mission Study Team is compiling all findings from the survey and focus group discussions into a single mission study report. This report will define and project the ministry priorities and goals for the next 3-5 years for First Church. It will aid in aligning new pastoral leadership with the church ministries.
Please visit the pastor transition page on our website for additional information about the process, including answers to frequently asked questions, the most recent updates and even a transition roadmap showing our current stage of the process. For additional questions, email the Mission Study Team at FPCtransition@FirstChurchTulsa.org.
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Deacons Home Care Ministry
Now accepting requests from First Church members
Need assistance with yard work, minor home repairs or maintenance tasks? Formerly only twice a year, Deacons Days of Care is now accepting requests year-round from First Church members. Email Kathy Wilson, call 918-301-1029 or submit your request online. A team leader will follow up to discuss specifics and scheduling.
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Reporting births, marriages and hospitalizations
Since most hospitals are no longer providing information to the church about our members who become hospitalized, you can help us. Please call the church at 918-584-4701 or email Kathy Wilson to report hospitalizations, births and marriages. To directly request prayer by the Guild of Intercessors, call Paula Peterson at 918-296-5548 or text her at 918-688-2163.
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