Tuesday, January 3, 2023 | E-News | Vol. 5, Issue 1 | |
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O Lord, you will ordain peace for us, for indeed, all that we have done, you have done for us.
– Isaiah 26:12 NRSV
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The church building is closed on Tuesday, January 3, for New Year’s. | |
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Youth basketball league sign up
Both Pathfinders and Exodus youth groups are pulling together teams for the Metro Area Christian Basketball youth league. The games are played on Saturdays in January and February, and cost $55 per player. Sign up by January 6. Pathfinders youth sign up here. Exodus youth sign up here.
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Epiphany plunge and bonfire
Sunday, January 8, 5 p.m.; Camp Loughridge Lake Parthenia
Bring your greens for the bonfire and plunge into the lake. We will enjoy a homily, cookies, and hot cider or cocoa. Greenery drop-off begins Wednesday, January 4, by the Glass Cabin at Camp Loughridge. Information can be found here.
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First Church Chili Cook-Off
Sunday, January 22, 12:15 p.m.; Atrium
Our Chili Cook-Off is back on! The funds raised from the 'popular vote' will go towards funding spring field trips at Anderson Elementary. If you would like to enter your chili, please contact Cindy DeVore at 918-630-2636.
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Mission trip to Ireland informational meeting
Sunday, January 22, 12:30 p.m.; Room E104
First Church is taking a mission trip to Galway and Belfast, Ireland June 9-19. This meeting will be discussing dates, costs, partners and a tentative schedule. Register by January 18 for the Irish themed lunch online. Contact Hannah Damron at the church with questions.
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Mission trip to Kenya informational meeting
Sunday, January 29, 12:30 p.m.; Room E104
Join First Church on a mission trip to the International Justice Mission in Nairobi and Bondeni on July 20-31. Discussion of dates, costs, partners and a tentative schedule will be at the center of this meeting. Register by January 25 for the themed lunch online. Contact Hannah Damron at the church with questions.
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Little Lambs
Weekly on Mondays, beginning January 9, 10 a.m.; Bernsen Gym
For children ages birth to pre-school. Find more information here.
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January Series
Weekdays January 9 – January 27, 11:15 a.m. including lunch; Stephenson Hall
Make plans to attend one or more of these free lectures streamed from Calvin University. This series aims to cultivate deep thought and conversations. Two of the 15 speakers include Dr. Sara Hendren, an Olin College of Engineering professor speaking on “What can a body do?” and Dr. Amy Kenny, the inaugural associate director of Disability Cultural Initiative at Georgetown University. For a full list of speakers or to prepay for lunch, click here.
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Monday School with Rev. Wally Johnson
Weekly on Mondays, beginning February 6, 11:30 a.m. lunch, noon lesson; Kirkland Library
No classes for the month of January. This study focuses on Leviticus. To pay for lunch or for more information click here.
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Guy’s Monday Bible study
Weekly on Mondays, beginning January 16, 11:45 a.m. – 1 p.m.; E103
No classes on Monday, Jan. 9. The gospel of John is the focus of this study. Contact Laura Stevens at 918-301-1019 and find information here.
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Seasons Women’s Gathering
Monday, January 9, 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.; Stephenson Hall
This study is for women to connect and be transformed. Learn more online. Future meeting dates include February 13, March 13, April 10 and May 8.
Seasons Deep Dive
Monday, January 16, 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.; E101
Small group study of women from the Seasons Women’s Gathering. Find more online. Future meeting dates include February 20, March 20, April 17 and May 15.
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Precept Bible study led by Denise Rounds
Weekly on Tuesdays, beginning January 10, 9:30 a.m.; Room E100
No meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 3. Currently studying the book of James. Find information here.
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UKirk Grow Bible study
Tuesday, January 10, 4:45 p.m. – 6 p.m.; Sharp Chapel
For adults 18-24 and led by Rev. Julia Metcalf. Join us for upcoming events and follow us on Instagram.
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Downtown Theological Roundtable
Weekly on Wednesdays, beginning January 11, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.; Room E201
We are discussing “The Cost of Discipleship” by Dietrich Bonhoeffer. Order your book here. Find more information online.
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Pastor’s Study with Dr. Jim Miller
Weekly on Wednesdays, beginning January 11, 11 a.m. lunch, 11:30 a.m. program; Room E104
Weekly on Sundays, beginning January 8, 9:30 a.m.; Stephenson Hall
No meeting on Wednesday, Jan 4. We are studying Dr. J.I. Packer’s classic, “Knowing Christianity.” Pay in advance for lunch online.
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Wednesday Night Downtown
Weekly on Wednesdays, beginning January 11, 5:15 p.m. dinner, 6 p.m. student classes, 6:15 p.m. adult classes
Join us weekly for dinner in Stephenson Hall and stay for a class. Note: there is no meeting January 4. Classes include:
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Navigating the river
Wednesday, beginning January 11, 6:15 p.m.; Stephenson Hall
Dr. Jim Miller is joined by special speakers and pastors throughout the city as they explore the culture in which we live.
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Seekers with Rev. Wambugu Gachungi
Wednesday, beginning January 11, 6:15 p.m.; Room E104
This is an in-depth study of the weekly sermon scriptures.
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AWANA
Wednesday, beginning January 11, 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.; Children’s Center
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Pathfinders on Wednesday, AMASS Exodus and Confirmation
Wednesday, beginning January 11, 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.; Powerhouse
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“Raising Worry-Free Girls” book study
Thursdays, Jan. 12, 26 and Feb. 9 (thru May 4), 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.; Room E101
Sarah Savage leads this parenting book study. Bring your own lunch and book. Find information here.
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Inquirers’ Class for newcomers
Sundays, January 15, 22, 29 and February 5, 9:15 a.m. - 10:40 a.m.; Miller Library
This class is for anyone who is interested in learning more about First Church. A perfect place to meet others, get to know our pastors and ask questions. For more information contact Patricia Hall at 918-301-1028 or go online.
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Presbyterian Women
All women are invited to join Presbyterian Women. Contact Kathy Wilson at 918-584-4701 for information. January’s mission project is Anderson Elementary School. There will be a mission container in the Atrium to collect boxes of Kleenex, pencils, crayons, erasers, copy paper, white construction paper and disinfecting wipes. Events include:
- Priscilla Circle – Wednesday, January 4, 6:30 p.m.; Room 206
- Esther Circle, Thursday, January 19, 10:30 a.m.; Room E202
- Soup Group Circle –Thursday, January 19, noon; Miller Library
- Project days – Thursdays January 5 and 19, 9:30 a.m.; Project Room fourth floor
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K Groups
Meets monthly in leaders’ homes
We are studying E. James Wilder’s book, “Renovated: God, Dallas Willard, and the Church that Transforms.” If you would like to join a small group, contact Phillip Bowman at 918-630-1786.
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Regular weekly worship services
See all scheduled worship and classes on our event calendar.
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:
For the latest worship services and videos go to FirstChurchTulsa.org/YouTube.
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Celebrate your birthday blessings with the Foundation
The trustees want everyone to be a part of the foundation and are kicking off the Foundation Birthday Club in 2023! We are asking everyone to give the number of years they are celebrating in 2023 to the foundation. For example, Ellie will be 10 and will give $10.00 to the foundation on October 7. This money will be a part of the forward fund and will celebrate you in perpetuity. To learn more about the birthday club or the Foundation call Katie Williams at 918-292-9063 or give online and select Foundation Birthday Club.
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Volunteer opportunities
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