First Church E-News | Vol. 4, Issue 9 | Tuesday, May 3, 2022 |
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"Whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is pleasing, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence and if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.”
– Philippians 4:8 NRSV
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Presbyterian Women Regular Meetings
No Circle or Bible Study June-August (resumes Thursday, September 8)
Project days meet throughout the year
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Priscilla Circle – Wednesday May 4, 6:30 p.m.; Rm. 206
Esther Circle – Thursday, May 12, 10:30 a.m.; E202
Soup Group Meet & Bible Study – Thursday, May 12, noon, E104
Project days – First & fourth Thursdays monthly, 9:30 a.m.; 4th Floor
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Mother’s Day Tea
Saturday, May 7, 2 - 4 p.m.; Stephenson Hall
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Bring your mom and your daughters and join us for Mother’s Day Tea. Sign up online or call Kathy Wilson.
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Deacons’ Days of Care
Join the Deacons in helping members
Saturdays in May, 2022
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The Deacons’ Days of Care will begin with a kick-off event focusing on a cleanup of the neighborhood around Anderson Elementary School. On May 14, 21 and 28, teams of Deacons and volunteers will go to the homes of members who have requested assistance with various home and yard maintenance issues. To volunteer to help, please register here. To request a team to visit your home, please register here. For questions, contact Adam Smith at 918-633-1710.
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Kids’ Fishing Tournament
Benefiting the Camp Loughridge Scholarship Fund
Saturday, May 14, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.; Camp Loughridge Lake Parthenia
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Love fishing? Grab your kids and join us at the Kids’ Fishing Tournament … a charitable event benefiting the Camp Loughridge Scholarship Fund. There will be awards for biggest fish, smallest fish and most fish! All kids up to age 16 are welcome accompanied by an adult. The fee is $35 per child and includes lunch grilled by Hasty Bake and a ‘fish towel.’ The first 100 registrants will receive a castable fish finder donated by Lowrance, a $149 value. For additional information, contact Tom Hillis at 918-633-9736 or Bruce Blackman at 918-344-9514. |
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Summer Swim
Sundays May 29 through September 4, 1:45 p.m. - 5 p.m.; Camp Loughridge
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Join us for fun in the sun, Sundays this summer. |
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Vacation Bible School kick-off and camp
Kick-off is Sunday, June 5, 2 - 5 p.m. – no RSVP necessary
Camp is Monday June 6 - Friday June 10; 9 a.m. - noon; Camp Loughridge
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This year’s theme is “Monumental: Celebrating God’s Greatness.” For questions, contact the Church or Sarah Savage. |
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Exodus Mission Trip
Sunday, June 12 through Saturday, June 18, 2022
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We are heading to Brandon, Mississippi (just east of Jackson, MS and will serve at The Mustard Seed, a loving Christian community for active adults with developmental disabilities (aka Seedsters). We could be working in the Activity Center leading a craft, reading to Seedsters or playing outside games. We could be working around the campus weeding, painting or washing vans. We will be showing God’s love to the Seedsters and staff in any way they need. This will be a rich and rewarding week for us serving in this community. The cost is $250, and scholarships are available. Please contact Steve Wilson for scholarship information at (918) 301-1007. |
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Pathfinder Mission Trip
Sunday, June 26 through Saturday, July 2, 2022
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This summer, we will be going to Dallas, Texas. We will be traveling in 12 passenger vans and will serve with Voice of Hope, a summer day camp in West Dallas and lead VBS for the VOH students. This trip is designed to to serve others, grow in their relationship with God, and explore God’s gifts. The cost is $150, and scholarships are available. Please contact Jackson Seibert for scholarship information at (918) 301-1016. |
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Glimpses of Grace
Sundays in June, 9:30 a.m.; Stephenson Hall
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Please join us as members of the First Church community share their personal testimonies of how Jesus Christ has been at work in and through their lives. These stories of God’s grace will inspire you and enrich your faith. |
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Pastor's Study with Dr. Jim Miller on C.S. Lewis’ “Mere Christianity”
Sundays at 9:30 a.m. and Wednesdays 11:30 a.m.; Stephenson Hall
Lunch is available for the Wednesday class, and you can prepay here. |
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Old Testament Survey
Sundays at 9:30 a.m. through Sunday, May 29; E104
The class will be discussing the books of the Old Testament.
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Monday School with Dr. Wes Vander Lugt
Slow Faith: A Study in the Psalms
Mondays at noon through May 9, lunch at 11:30 a.m.; Room E104
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Little Lambs
For caregivers and children birth to pre-school
Mondays, 10 a.m. through Monday, May 16
Playground (if over 40 degrees) or Bernsen Gym (if cold or rainy)
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Downtown Theological Roundtable (DTR)
Wednesdays through May 11, 11:30 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.; Room 206
Interested in discussion theology? Please join us for a discussion of “The Return of the Prodigal Son” by Henri Nouwen. For additional information, contact Phillip Bowman at 918-630-1786.
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UKirk "Gather" and "Grow" for adults 18-24
Summer meetings on Wednesdays beginning June 1, 2022
“Gather” resumes on Wednesday, June 1 - July 27 in the church Courtyard from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
“Grow” meets Sundays at 9:30 a.m.; Kirkland Library - Bernsen Building
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Adult classes and dinner end Wednesday, May 4
Dinner 5:15 p.m. and classes 6:15 p.m.
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Human Sexuality and the Church
Wednesday, May 4, 6:15 p.m.; Stephenson Hall
Join us for the final installment in this three-week series to explore a theology of human sexuality, ethical and relational guidelines, and how the church can interact with contemporary challenges with wisdom and love. Teaching begins at 6:15 p.m. followed by a time of open dialogue. You can also join us for dinner beforehand by reserving your spot here. |
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Seekers with Rev. Wambugu Gachungi
Wednesdays April 20, 27 & May 4, 6:15 p.m.; E104
This class continues to study, verse by verse, the sermon series.
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Next Gen
AWANA Wednesday, May 4, at 6:00 p.m.; Children's Center
Wednesday evening activities for children ages two to fourth grade. The focus is scripture memory and a lot of fun.
AWANA Awards - Wednesday, May 11 at 5:15 p.m. dinner, 6 p.m. ceremony
AWANA families, join us for the AWANA Awards ceremony celebrating a year of Bible study and fun. For information contact Kiona Tyler at 918-584-4701.
Wednesday, May 4 – Confirmation Service
Wednesday, May 11 is the POW and Exodus finale
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National Day of Prayer service and lunch
Thursday, May 5, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.; Courtyard
This day observance, designated by the United States Congress, asks people “to turn to God in prayer and meditation.” There will be a light lunch following the service for $6 per person. Contact the Church or Dionna Schooley with questions.
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Ascension worship service and lunch
Thursday, May 26, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.; Courtyard
In commemoration of Jesus Christ’s ascension into heaven, there will be a special Ascension worship service held in the Courtyard. There will be a light lunch served after this special service for $6 per person. Contact the Church or Dionna Schooley with questions. |
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Pentecost “Festival Sunday” and First Family Dinner
Sunday, June 5, 11 a.m., Sanctuary; followed by lunch in Stephenson Hall
All services meet at 11 a.m.
Celebrate Pentecost, the commemoration of the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the early church, as we gather for a combined service in the Sanctuary at 11:00 a.m. After service, there will be a First Family dinner for $20 for families, $8 adults and $4 children. Pay in advance here or at the door. |
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Saturdays at 10:30 a.m., TIF Prayer meeting in the Great Hall
Sundays at 8 a.m., Traditional worship in the 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
- TIF in the Great Hall*
*Watch worship at home
If you're interested in participating in worship from home, you can find us here:
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Births, marriages & hospitalizations
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Prayer requests & afterhours emergencies
Call the church at 918-584-4701. Send prayer requests to Kathy Wilson at 918-301-1029 or contact the Guild of Intercessors at 918-296-5548. |
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First Church Guidebook
Advertising opportunities
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Don’t you just love the little church directory we get in the mail every year? Well, it’s time for us to begin production of our 2022 issue. This directory is provided at no cost to the church, paid for by local advertisers. If you’re interested in an advertisement, contact Margaret Lee at 214-460-3542. |
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Seeking greeters
Do you have the gift of hospitality? Put your gifts to work with the Greeter Ministry. We need door captains, weekly greeters, and Welcome Center hosts outside of the Chapel and in the Narthex. Just serve once per month. To volunteer or gain additional information, contact Patricia Hall at 918-301-1028. |
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First Church Kids program volunteers needed
Our Children’s Ministry has grown, and we are now adding more volunteers on Sunday mornings. Work one to two Sundays a month and feel the rewards of helping our kids get a great start. Read this story about Nicole and Jason Pugh who say volunteering in Cubbies has changed their lives for the better! To volunteer, contact Sarah Savage at 918-301-1011.
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