Wednesday, January 31, 2024 | E-News | Vol. 6, Issue 3 | |
“Though our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day.” – 2 Corinthians 4:16 | |
♦ Events ♦ Classes ♦ Worship ♦ Connect | |
Final days of January Series lectures
Weekdays through February 2
Optional lunch ($7) at 11:15 a.m., lecture from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; Stephenson Hall
January Series is a free video lecture series at First Church Tulsa that is simulcast live from Calvin University. The series aims to cultivate deep thought and conversations about important issues of the day, to inspire cultural renewal and to make us better global citizens in God’s world. Take advantage of the last few days to come hear free lectures in Stephenson Hall.
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Choosing the Best
Pathfinders Ministry offers an abstinence-oriented, Biblically-based sexual education course to help students better combat misinformation by equipping them with practical knowledge and Biblical truth. Choosing the Best guides a conversation about these important subjects and presents a Christian perspective to help them better understand this gift from God. Register online.
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Parent informational meeting
Sunday, February 4, 9:45 a.m.; Powerhouse
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Parent and student class
Saturday, February 17, 8:30 am - 2:00 p.m.; Powerhouse
Topics for the day are hormones and development, male and female anatomy, sexual intercourse, contraceptives and STIs.
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Pathfinders and Exodus Choosing the Best
Wednesdays Feb. 21, Feb. 28, Mar. 6, Mar. 13 & Mar. 27
6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.; Powerhouse
Classes focus on the relational, social and spiritual aspects of navigating our desires and sexuality.
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Youth Sunday / Souper Bowl of Caring
Sunday, February 11, 2024
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In addition to youth leading worship on Youth Sunday, it's also the day of our yearly fundraiser, Souper Bowl of Caring. This national event encourages youth groups and churches across the country to raise funds to help combat hunger in their cities. Donations of $1 or more will go to our local mission partner, Helping Hand Ministry, to address this need right here in Tulsa. | |
Young Adults Fast Friends event
Sunday, February 18th, 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.,
Goose and Gander Offices, 1640 E 3rd St Suite C, Tulsa
There is power in meaningful connections. “Fast Friends” is designed to facilitate conversations that help you make instant connections, share stories, and discover common interests. The structured format and time limits will help you get to know friends (old and new) in a fun and efficient way! For young adults in their 20s and 30s, kids are welcome. RSVP is requested.
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Spiritual Retreat with Rev. Julia Metcalf
Saturday, February 10, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.; Historic Lodge at Camp Loughridge
| Come join a gathering of disciples for a quiet day to draw close to our Lord Jesus Christ. Fill your cup with His overflowing graces by spending time in Solitude and Silence, Lectio Divina Prayer, Imaginative Prayer, and Reflection and Conversation. Registration and continental breakfast begins at 8:30 a.m. Cost is $10. Please RSVP by February 1. | |
Seasons Women’s Gathering – “Gal”- entines event
Monday, Feb. 12, 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.; Miller Library
Enjoy treats, games and teaching on “Friendship takes love” at this special evening of fellowship. Women of all ages are welcome, we will save you a seat.
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Watercolor through Lent
Wednesdays February 14 - March 27, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.; Tower Room
Mary Lee Weaver leads this six-week Lenten-themed creative art class. We will make beautiful cards and bookmarks using traceable images, scripture and watercolors or colored pencils. For more information and to sign up, click here or contact Laura Stevens at the church.
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Education Scholarships
Applications due April 15, 2024
The First Presbyterian Church scholarship program provides financial aid to qualified individuals seeking to attend an accredited institution of higher learning. Scholarships are primarily awarded based on need, academic potential, area of study and performance.
- Must be a communicant member of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)
- Must normally be working toward a degree in a college, university or seminary which is fully accredited by its regional accrediting association.
- Must have established and maintained a satisfactory academic record.
For more information, visit our website and download a scholarship application or contact tmoseley@firstcurchtulsa.org.
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Grouped by day, Sunday through Saturday. View details on our website calendar. | |
Young adult Sunday school
Sundays, 9:30 a.m.; Room E201
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Little Lambs
Mondays, 10 a.m.; Wiseman Hall
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Precept Bible study led by Denise Rounds
Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m.; Room E100
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Downtown Theological Roundtable
Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.; Room E206
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Wednesdays weekly, dinner at 5:15 p.m., classes at 6:15 p.m. |
AWANA Clubs
6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.; Children’s Center
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Pathfinders on Wednesday, AMASS Exodus and Confirmation classes
6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.; Powerhouse
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How to Read the Bible (Hermeneutics) with John Shelton
6:15 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.; Room E100
Learning to study, understand, and embrace the Word of God is a great adventure for every follower of Jesus Christ. John Shelton teaches an inductive methodology that emphasizes studying books of the Bible as wholes and context. The methodology starts with observation, and then moves to interpretive questions, interpretation, drawing inferences, application, and finally to correlation. Students will gain confidence to approach all genres of scripture and to see the plain meaning of the text. This class runs through February 7 and resumes April 3 to May 1.
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Tolkien and the Christian Life
6:15 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.; Miller Library
What does Middle Earth have to do with Jesus? Join Rev. Dan Hutchinson for an exploration into the biblical and theological themes such as sovereignty, nature of good and evil, creation and restoration, home, and the work of Christ that arise from the world and writings of J.R.R. Tolkien. No prior knowledge of Lord of the Rings is required. This class runs through February 7.
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Seekers with Rev. Wambugu Gachungi
6:15 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.; Room E104
Rev. Wambugu Gachungi leads an in-depth study of the Sunday morning sermon scriptures. Come and enjoy praying together, studying the Bible, and engaging in lively questions and discussions. This class runs through February 7.
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From Surviving to Thriving In Your Relationship
6:15 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.; Room E103
Join Rev. James R. Estes and Dr. Tom Philp for a four-week exploration of four core characteristics of a thriving marriage. Every week will include biblical and theological reflection, robustly validated relational insights, and weekly “marriage hacks” to help move any relationship from surviving to thriving. This class runs through February 7.
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Chancel Choir rehearsal
6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.; Choir room
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“Hearts for the Lord” women’s weekly Bible study
Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.; E313, Third floor conference room
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Presbyterian Women
Presbyterian Women’s February mission is Lindsey House, which provides transitional housing and programs for newly homeless mothers with children. The PW will be collecting money to make Easter baskets for the children who live there. Drop off your donation in the reception area on Sundays or mail your check to the church with PW Mission noted on the memo line.
- Priscilla Circle - First Wednesday monthly at 6:30 p.m.; Room E204
- Esther Circle - Third Thursday monthly at 10:30 a.m.; Room E202
- Soup Group - Third Thursday monthly at noon; Miller Library
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FIRST CHURCH TULSA SERMON SERIES
Sundays until Easter
God’s covenant faithfulness: In season and out of season
| In 1 Corinthians 10, Paul recounts the story of Israel and tells the church that these events “were written down for our instruction…” Using this passage as a launching pad, we will be walking with the people of Israel through the stories that Paul references from the books of Exodus and Numbers. Along the way, we will explore God’s mighty acts, the challenges that we encounter as God’s people, and the recurring reminder of God’s faithfulness: in season and out of season. Join us as we journey and learn together! | | | |
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Regular weekly worship services
See all scheduled worship and classes on our website event calendar.
Saturdays at 10:30 a.m.
TIF Prayer meeting in the Great Hall
Sundays at 8 a.m.
Traditional worship in Kerr 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
- International worship in the Great Hall
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Watch worship online
Sundays at 11 a.m. live or anytime thereafter
Traditional worship
Tulsa International Fellowship worship
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Join the Foundation Birthday Club
You can join the Birthday Club by simply donating the amount in dollars equal to your age on your birthday. Young and old and in between, First Church members or even friends of the congregation, we want everyone to celebrate the blessing of life and share blessings with the foundation that will live in perpetuity.
Click to donate online, or if you want to send a gift for the church, be sure to indicate “Foundation Birthday Club” on the check. Learn more about the First Presbyterian Church of Tulsa Foundation and the Foundation Birthday Club by contacting Katie Williams, director, at 918-292-9063 or kwilliams@FirstChurchTulsa.org.
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This valuable tool, only accessible to other members and staff, allows connection and easy communication within our First Church community. Here are some helpful things you can do using Realm on your computer or mobile device:
- Search and find contact information of church members
- Find information about groups and committees
- Check-in at weekly worship services
- Manage your giving to the church
If you have not logged on to Realm your contact information will be hidden from most members. If you would like some or all of your contact information to be seen, contact Kathy Wilson at 918-301-1029 or email kwilson@firstchurchtulsa.org.
| Mission Study Team video now available online
| At the Wednesday night meeting on January 10, Mission Study team members introduced themselves, shared the purpose and goals of the Mission Study and explained how the congregation will be involved in upcoming stages of the process. The meeting video is now online on our YouTube channel. Watch it here. | Praying through the Pastoral Transition | Join us as we pray for the pastoral transition. To receive a weekly prayer prompt, sign up for Prayers for the pastoral transition or text @pastorfpc to 81010. A text message is sent each Tuesday at 7:09 a.m. encouraging you to pray in a specific way for the week. Each week will follow the path of pastoral transition, as we walk it together as a congregation at First Church. Click here to download the prayer schedule. |
Contact us for prayer
For pastoral needs, prayer requests, important family news or a change in contact information, please call 918-584-4701 or e-mail Kathy Wilson. To directly request prayer by the Guild of Intercessors, call Paula Peterson at 918-296-5548 or text 918-688-2163.
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