E-News | Vol. 3, Issue 13 | July 6, 2021 |
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“Rejoice in hope, be patient in suffering, persevere in prayer.”
– Romans 12:12 NRSV
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Glimpses of Grace
Sunday, July 11, 9:30 a.m.; Stephenson Hall
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Please join us for the final Glimpses of Grace featuring Jessica John-Bowman with her talk titled, “Conversations with God about ugly coats.” This story of God’s grace will inspire you and enrich your faith.
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Global Mission Partners Zoom with the Evangelical Theological Seminary in Cairo
Monday, July 19, noon – 12:45 p.m. on Zoom; every third Monday monthly
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Join us for a lunchtime update on Zoom and talk with our mission partners about their victories and needs. Registration is required and Zoom details will be provided. Register here or contact Betty Price at 918-301-1039.
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Join us for another Mission Week
Monday, July 19 – Friday, July 23; various locations
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Save the date for another week of a-la-carte style local mission opportunities. Individuals and families can join us as we serve John 3:16, Little Light House and additional mission partners. Contact Betty Price at the Church for more information 918-301-1039.
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Meet God in the Garden
Tuesday, July 27, 9 – 10:30 a.m.
John 3:16 Farm “The Refuge”; fourth Tuesday monthly
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Join us to help plant and weed at John 3:16's farm where stories of healing and redemption grow alongside tomato and pepper plants. Meet us at The Refuge at 575 North 39th West Avenue in Tulsa. |
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Children’s events in July |
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Parents, watch for the Children’s Ministry newsletter with locations and times for the following events:
Saturday, July 10, 9:30 a.m. – Popsicles & Playground
Wednesday, July 14, 7 p.m. – Float-n-Flick at Camp Loughridge
Thursday, July 29, 4:30 p.m. – Picnic & Playground
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Young Adult Community Nights
Monday evenings through July 26
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Join us throughout the summer on Monday nights for fellowship and fun. More details can be found at Young Adult Ministries @FPC on Facebook or by contacting Elizabeth DeVore at 918-728-5327.
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Moms' Summer Bible Study
Mondays through July 26; 9:30 – 11 a.m.; Prayer Room #204
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There’s so much parenting advice that it can be hard to figure out what works for your family. This can be especially true when it comes to teaching children about God and faith. Join together with other moms to discuss how to pass faith on to children, facilitated by Sarah Savage, director of Children’s Ministries. Childcare will be provided. Register by contacting Kiona Tyler at the Church.
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UKirk “Gather” fellowship worship
Wednesdays in July at 6:30 p.m.; locations vary
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UKirk “Grow” Sunday school
Sundays in July and August, 9:30 a.m.; Stephenson Hall
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For young adults 18 to 24 years of age. We will attend the Glimpses of Grace classes through mid-July. Then, Sunday, July 18, we will meet at 12:15 p.m. in the Miller Library with guest teacher, Alexis Milford-Rosales, our Heather Davis intern.
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Summer Swim
Sundays, now through August 29, 1:45 – 5:00 p.m.; Camp Loughridge
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Join your fellow members for summer swim at Camp Loughridge followed by Vespers at 5 p.m. |
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Pick up communion elements
Monday, July 26 – Friday, July 30, 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Pick up at-home communion elements from the front desk or by driving through the Porte Cochere and calling the Church's front desk.
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Global Leadership Summit
Thursday and Friday, August 5 – 6, 2021
We are proud to serve as an official host site for the Global Leadership Summit. GLS offers a wonderful opportunity for you to access a wealth of leadership insights from world-class faculty ready to equip and inspire you as a leader with influence. Register online and select First Presbyterian Church as your host site using code 21HSFFAMILY, or contact Betty Price for details.
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New Inquirers’ Class for prospective members
Sunday, August 8 – 29, 9:30 a.m.; E-104
Are you or someone you know interested in learning more about First Church Tulsa? Sign up for this four-week class now by contacting Patricia at the Church or registering on Realm.
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Annual Ping Pong Tournament
Sunday, August 22, 12:15 p.m.; Courtyard
Start practicing for the return of the Annual Ping Pong Tournament. All ages can participate. Contact Betty Price at the Church for more information, 918-301-1039.
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The Matson Cup benefiting Helping Hand
Monday, September 20, 9 a.m. – noon; Meadowbrook Country Club
Support Helping Hand Ministry's serving the most vulnerable in our community, in honor of Geordie & George Matson. Contact Betty Price at the Church for more information, 918-301-1039.
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Ron Pearson's 48th Annual Organ Concert
Sunday, October 17, 4:00; Sanctuary
Free, featuring the TU Chamber Orchestra.
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Prayer Gathering
Thursday, July 8, 5:30 p.m. in Miller Library; second Thursdays monthly
Join us monthly for a time of contemplative prayer and music.
Tulsa International Fellowship Prayers
Saturdays 10:30 a.m. – noon; Great Hall
All are welcome to this TIF prayer worship.
10:10 Pastor's Message live on Facebook
Tuesdays and Thursdays
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Contemporary worship
Sundays at 8:30 a.m.; Stephenson Hall
Traditional worship
Sundays at 11:00 a.m.; Sanctuary
TIF worship
Sundays at 11:00 a.m.; Great Hall
Vespers Evening Worship
Sundays at 5:00 p.m.; Camp Loughridge
Join us for Summer Swim and then for Vespers worship outside.
To view online, click the blue links above.
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Did you know that if the Church doesn’t have your e-mail address you’ll be missing out on important updates and information? Members without e-mail addresses on file are unable to log on to Realm, the new online database. Realm provides members with the ability to update their own contact information, add their own photos, make online gifts and check giving history. It also provides an avenue of communication between members in the same groups by offering the ability to message and/or chat with each other. To add or update your email in our records, please contact Kathy Wilson at 918-301-1029.
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Give us a call regarding member hospitalizations, births, marriages |
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When you have a family member or Church friend who is hospitalized, please notify Kathy Wilson at 918-301-1029. Those who are hospitalized will receive calls and/or notes of encouragement until our volunteer chaplains and pastors are once again allowed to visit in person.
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For afterhours emergencies, call 918-584-4701. To request prayer, call the Church and ask for Kathy Wilson at 918-584-4701, or contact the Guild of Intercessors at 918-296-5548. We’ll be standing by to help you. |
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