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Wednesday, July 17, 2024 | E-News | Vol. 6, Issue 15

“The plans of the diligent lead surely to abundance, but everyone who is hasty comes only to poverty.” – Proverbs 21:5

♦ Events ♦ Worship ♦ Classes ♦ Connect

Events

Faith & Film – an all-church summer Sunday School class

Sundays through Aug. 25, 9:30 a.m.; Miller Library 

Explore how faith intersects culture on the silver screen as we examine Christian themes that emerge in secular movies. Pastors and lay teachers will lead our conversations at 9:30 a.m.

Schedule of movies

July 21: The Truman Show

July 28: Toy Story III

August 4-25: The Chosen season 2

First Church Family Swim

Sundays through September 1, 1:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Camp Loughridge Aquatic Center

We are all a family at First Church Tulsa and this event lets us enjoy summer together at Camp Loughridge. All First Church members are welcome–bring yourself, your spouse, your kids and enjoy the new slide and climbing wall at the pool.

Camp Sunshine

Saturday, August 3, 11:00 a.m. - 4 p.m., Camp Loughridge

Sponsored by the Board of Deacons, Camp Sunshine is an annual event offering a memorable day camp experience for children with special needs and serious illnesses. Camp Loughridge is the perfect setting for families to enjoy a day of fun, including crafts, boating, a giant swing, and swimming. Families of children with health and developmental issues, please register here. If you would like to help with the event, sign up to be a volunteer.

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. Learn how you can get involved 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!

Worship

Weekly classes and events

Grouped by day, Sunday through Saturday. View details on our website calendar.

Faith & Film all-church Sunday School class

Sundays, through Aug. 25, 9:30 a.m.; Miller Library 

Summer Precept Bible study with Denise Rounds

Tuesdays, 9:30 - 10:45 a.m.; Room E100

This is a no-homework study of vital passages from Ephesians that will help you discover what God says about the lifestyle of a true believer. It will equip you to live in a manner worthy of your calling–with the ultimate goal of developing a life marked by maturity, Christlikeness, and peace. Come join us and bring along a friend! 

UKirk Summer Bible Study

Led by Jacob and Holly Thompson

Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., 3007 S. Boston Court

Meet with us at the Thompson's home to engage in conversation and questions relevant to you. When you arrive, please park on the west side of the street in front of the house.

Exodus nights

Tuesdays, 7 p.m.; Camp Loughridge

High school students are invited to our weekly summer gathering at the Camp Loughridge aquatic center to swim, hang out, eat snacks and have conversations about faith. For more information, contact Steve Wilson.

Pathfinders T.I.N.A.

Wednesdays, 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.; Powerhouse

Totally Into (g)Narly Adventures (T.I.N.A.) is our summer weekly Wednesday night gathering. Pathfinders get together to enjoy community, a Bible study led by our Ignite summer interns, and small groups. This year our soon-to-be Pathfinders are invited to join us for the last three T.I.N.A.s of the summer.

Young Adult Trivia Nights

Wednesdays, 7 p.m.; Welltown Brewing

Young adults are invited to meet with us every Wednesday for trivia. For more information, contact Rev. Julia Metcalf.

Presbyterian Women Project Days

First and fourth Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Project Room, fourth floor No meeting on August 1.

Connect

First Church Tulsa is hiring

Providing spiritual support to those facing difficult times, whether in healthcare facilities or homebound, is a vital way we share God's love with one another. First Church Tulsa is seeking a person with a heart to listen, pray, and provide spiritual support to those going through a difficult season of life. We are accepting applications for Parish Visitor. To learn more, contact Duff Points at 918-301-1018 or apply on the First Church website.

Get involved with the TV Ministry Team!

Have you've ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of our television and social media broadcasts? Are you eager to learn video skills and assist us in broadcasting our worship to thousands of viewers each week? The broadcast team is actively seeing new team members to join us in this important part of our mission. Please call or text our TV/Video Manager Alex Pennell at 314-607-1032.

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.

What’s next in the pastoral transition process?

During July and August, the Mission Study Team will compile all findings from the survey and focus group discussions into a single mission study report. This report seeks to 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.

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.

Follow First Church Tulsa on social media

Summer is a busy time for travel and family events, so be sure to stay connected with First Church Tulsa on social media. In addition to watching streaming worship on Facebook at 11 a.m. on Sunday, you can also keep up with our events and see photos and videos of our members in action.

Follow First Church Tulsa on Facebook and on Instagram.

Remember to also follow Tulsa International Fellowship on Facebook and YouTube. There, you'll find updates on events and recordings of past livestreams.

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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