E-News | Vol. 3, Issue 10 | May 18, 2021 |
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“I sought the Lord, and he heard me, and delivered me from all my fears.”
– Psalms 34:4 NRSV
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Join the Deacons for “Days of Care”
Saturday mornings in May
Sign up now to help the Deacons on Saturday mornings throughout the month of May to help congregants with outside home projects. Additionally, if you or someone you know needs assistance contact Elizabeth DeVore at 918-728-5327 or Joe Land at 918-232-1306. Register online here.
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Pentecost First Family Dinner
Sunday, May 23, 12:15 p.m., in the Courtyard
Come to Church for Pentecost worship and join fellow members in the Courtyard for the First Family Dinner. Pay there or pay in advance here ($8 adult, $4 child, $20 family). We hope to see you there!
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Host a new member dinner in July or August
Sign up by May 30
Do you have the gift of hospitality? We are looking for people to host small dinners or cookouts for new members this July or August. To volunteer, contact Ginny Drummond at 918-497-0665 or call Patricia Hall at the Church.
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Communion element pick-up
Saturday, May 22, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.; Bernsen covered drive
For those of you sheltering at home, drive through our Bernsen building covered drive to pick up “at-home” communion elements. Then, join us online or Cox. Cable Ch. 3 at 11 a.m. to participate in communion. Summer communion is scheduled for Sunday, August 1 and the communion element pick-up will be Saturday, July 31 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
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Meet God in the Garden
May 25 – fourth Tuesday monthly, 9 – 10:30 a.m.; John 3:16 Farm “The Refuge”
The Mission Department invites you to make a hands-on impact at John 3:16's farm where stories of healing and redemption grow alongside tomato and pepper plants. We will gather to do some simple weeding and planting. “The Refuge,” located at 575 North 39th West Avenue in Tulsa, is part of John 3:16's mission to share the Gospel while meeting the physical, spiritual and emotional needs of the homeless and at-risk of Tulsa. For more information, visit our website or contact Betty Price at 918-301-1039.
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Glimpses of Grace (previously known as Autobiographies of Grace)
Sundays, June 20 – July 11, 9:30 a.m.; Stephenson Hall
Please join us as members of the FPC 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.
- June 20 – Jacob Thompson
- June 27 – Laurel Baird
- July 4 – Porter Shults
- July 11 – Jessica John-Bowman
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Global Mission Partners Zoom
Monday, June 21, noon – 12:45 p.m.; monthly, third Mondays through the summer
Our mission partners are on the ground, sleeves rolled up and serving in Jesus’ name. Join us for a lunchtime update on Zoom and learn about their victories and needs. Registration is required and Zoom details will be provided. Register here or contact Betty Price at 918-301-1039. “Mission is an acted out doxology. That is its deepest secret.” – Lesslie Newbigin
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Summer Swim
Sundays, June 6 – August 19, 1:45 – 5:00 p.m.; Camp Loughridge
Join your fellow members for summer swim at Camp Loughridge followed by Vespers at 5 p.m.
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Vacation Bible School (VBS)
Monday – Friday, June 21 – 25 at Camp Loughridge
This is an exciting time of year as kids are beginning to come back to events and we expect a vibrant and fun VBS this year. We are currently signing up volunteers to help at VBS. If you’re interested, contact Kiona Tyler at 918-301-1008 or register online.
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Pentecost Sunday - First Family Dinner - Sunday May 23
Contemporary worship at 8:30 a.m.
Combined traditional and TIF worship at 11 a.m.; Sanctuary
Vespers worship at 5 p.m.; Courtyard
Our traditional and TIF worship services will be combined in the Sanctuary on this Pentecost Sunday followed by a First Family Dinner in the Courtyard ($8 adult, $4 child, $20 family). Pay in person or in advance here.
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Festival Sunday
Sunday May 30 at 11 a.m.; Sanctuary
The eyes of the world will be on our city as we commemorate the 100-year anniversary of the Tulsa Race Riot Massacre. We’ll all gather together at 11:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary with only one worship service. The Rev. Anthony Scott, pastor of the First Baptist Church of North Tulsa will bring the gospel message. The Pastor’s Class, held at 9:30 a.m. in the Stephenson Hall, will be devoted to the events that happened-and the Church’s holy obligation as we seek to be faithful in the days ahead.
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Contemporary worship
Sundays at 8:30 a.m.; Stephenson Hall
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Traditional worship
Sundays at 11:00 a.m.; Sanctuary
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TIF worship
Sundays at 11:00 a.m.; Great Hall
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Vespers Evening Worship
Sundays at 5:00 p.m.; Courtyard
Beginning June 6, Vespers will be held at Camp Loughridge.
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Tulsa International Fellowship Prayers
Saturdays 10:30 a.m. – noon; Great Hall
All are welcome to this TIF prayer worship.
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10:10 Pastor's Message live on Facebook
Tuesdays and Thursdays
Watch our live message from a pastor on Facebook at 10:10 a.m. (or thereabouts) each Tuesday and Thursday.
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Prayer Gathering
June 10 - second Thursday of each month, 5:30 p.m.; Miller Library
Join us monthly for a time of contemplative prayer and music.
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Little Lambs
Mondays, 10 a.m. through May 24; Playground
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Precepts
Tuesdays through June 22 at 9:30 a.m.; E100
Denise Rounds leads a study over the books of Colossians and Philemon.
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UKirk “Gather” fellowship worship
Tuesdays, 7 – 8:15 p.m. beginning June 1
We will resume meeting on Tuesday, June 1 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. with dinner and a pool party at the Metcalf home at 3850 South Florence Place in Tulsa. Follow us on Instagram @ukirktulsa for updates or email Julia Metcalf for more information.
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Pastor’s Study “Mere Christianity” by C.S. Lewis
Wednesdays 11:30 a.m. and Sundays 9:30 a.m.; Stephenson Hall
Rev. Jim Miller guides us through the timeless classic “Mere Christianity” by C.S. Lewis. RSVP/pay for lunch here. Watch the video of this class published the Friday after each session here.
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Praying the Psalms in Color – final class
Thursdays through May 20 at 9:30 a.m.; E100
Join us for Praying the Psalms in Color. This class will dive into Bible art journaling as an artistic way for you to connect with scriptures through drawing, coloring, meditation and prayer. To sign up please email Hannah Elliott or call 918-301-1019.
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UKirk “Grow” Sunday school – Special meeting and lunch May 23
Sundays, 12:15 p.m.; Miller Library
No meeting May 30
For young adults 18 to 24 years of age. In light of the upcoming 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre Centennial, we are studying reconciliation and how we can prayerfully participate in remembrance and restoration for our city. On May 23, we will meet at the Church before heading to Greenwood for lunch and a time of prayer for the city, its people and the Centennial.
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Newest issue of Tidings now available
Pick up a copy of Tidings at the Church or view it online. Inside you find a wealth of stories including Tim Clement’s crosses, Cynthia Stewart’s “Praying the Psalms” book, new pipes for the Chapel organ and more. Also learn about Dr. Jim Miller’s new Wednesday class called “The Lab” which partners with First Baptist North Tulsa to learn about and practice making disciples of Jesus.
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How to register for events
Go to the website event page and select “all events” to see the monthly calendar. When you find the event you’re interested in, click it and you will find additional information, contacts & registration information.
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First Church Help Ministry provides financial assistance for members
If you’re in need of financial support or can help a fellow member, please let us know.
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Health and safety update
Beginning May 1, 2021, the First Church Tulsa COVID-19 Preparedness Task Force and Session recommend face covering for members and visitors coming to the Church through May. Masks are no longer ‘required.’ Find more information online.
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Request prayer or report a birth, marriage or hospitalization
To report a status or 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.
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Realm online directory
Are you interested in using the Church’s new online directory and app? To get an account, email Kathy Wilson or call 918-301-1029.
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