Fast Facts
an e-update on life at
First Presbyterian Church
January 7, 2021
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Worship - Sunday, January 10, 2021 |
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Baptism of the Lord
This week's lectionary texts:
Genesis 1:1-5
Psalm 29
Acts 19:1-7
Mark 1:4-11
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Join us for worship this Sunday, January 10 at 10:25 am on Facebook Live. You do not have to have an account to join us. The video will go live on the church's public Facebook group. If you do not have a Facebook account, a message will pop up asking if you wish to join. Simply click, "not now" at the bottom of that message and it will go away. You may then enjoy the video as it plays live.
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This Sunday our virtual Sunday School will continue for Pre-K thru 6th grade from 9:45-10:00 am. We hope parents will support their children in participating. A Zoom link will be sent out to all parents in a dedicated email on Friday, January 8.
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Sanctuary flower dates are available January 17, 24, 31 and February 7, 14, 21 and 28. To provide flowers in honor or in memory of a loved one, contact Susan Joiner at [email protected] or 662-808-3240. Contributions to the Flower Fund are greatly appreciated.
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FPC wishes to keep our congregation informed about information regarding COVID-19 immunizations. As our state receives its COVID-19 vaccine allocations, the Mississippi Department of Health will be providing these vaccinations based on phased need and availability. Currently, MSDH is giving immunizations for: All Healthcare Workers, EMT / Paramedics, and individuals age 75 or older. Click the button below to learn more from the Department of Health. |
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SEE YOU THIS SATURDAY AT THE DRIVE IN!!!
All are welcome at the Oxford Film Festival Drive-In
this Saturday, January 9th to watch the 1988 classic, "Big"!
Come and enjoy an evening of fellowship and fun with your church family! The movie lot will open at 6:00 pm for a 6:30 pm showing. The Oxford Film Festival Drive-In is located next to the Krystal at
Click here to learn more about the drive-in experience
by visiting their website.
Please RSVP with David Randolph
with how many people and cars to expect.
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Mark your calendars now for a special bible study offering at FPC! Starting later this month, FPC will offer a winter congregational bible study on the book of James. This is the perfect class to participate in for those who love this regular activity and for those who have always wanted to try it out. The only book you'll need is a Bible. Classes begin next Wednesday, January 13th and will be offered for five weeks to cover the five chapters of James. Two sections will be offered again via Zoom each Wednesday at 10:00 am and Thursday at 5:15 pm. Contact the church office to sign up.
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Bibles with Brews returns this month with late night digital editions on January 13th, 20th, and 27th. All are welcome to join the conversation, from 7:30 to 9:30 pm each Wednesday, as we bring and share different scripture passages about a group picked topic. The topic for January 13th is "New Beginnings!" Please contact David Randolph if you would like to participate.
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Are you interested in joining a small group? FPC's small group ministry has continued throughout this past year by meeting regularly to support one another in our faith through fellowship and study. With the arrival of a new year, it's the perfect time to sign up and begin building deeper relationships within this church family. All are welcome to participate within this important ministry. New small groups will be created on a rolling basis based on interest. Please contact David Randolph if you would like to sign up.
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As our church family continues ministering during this season of social isolation, please continue to remember your faithful giving to our church. The ministry of FPC continues to make an impact within our congregation and throughout our community. Bible studies and various small group meetings continue online to enrich our lives through the sharing of scripture; local missional activities continue to care for others like More Than A Meal and Love Packs; partners in mission, like Interfaith Compassion, the pantry, Doors of Hope and more, continue their important work as well and we help make that possible.
There are a variety of ways you can give:
If you need help with any specific ways to give, please contact Frances Saralvarez at [email protected].
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Remember in Prayer
FPC Members: Tommy Patrick; Family of Shirley Crawford; Helen Scruggs; Wil Howie; Martha Walcott; Family of Mary Sims; Lark Lindley Wells; Lydia Moak; Family of Pierce Buford; Max Williams; Family of Joe Burnett; Family of Doug Alexander; Family of Marleah Hobbs; Family of Elizabeth Black; Family of Jane Boykin; J. T. Davis; Becky & Joe Murphey; Lynton Dilley; Walter Nance; Debbie McElreath; Director of Music/Organist Search Committee
Family and Friends: Idalia Balcazar Gomez; Rhona Justice-Malloy & Amanda Malloy; Paulette Logan; Tommy Waters; Donna Buckley; Rachel & Bruce Robinson; Family of Betty Field; Joyce Sumners; Richard Bremer; Sarah LaPrade; Mary Tyler Browne; Patch Hailey; Family of Mary Poole; Family of Ruth Ellen Duvall Kuhnel; Family of Carolyn Stevenson; Sigrid Morrison Long; Family of Barbara Young; Pauline Dick; Bill Sessions; Family of David Brooks; Roun McNeal; Jamie Henderson Turner; Family of Joel James; Lowry Davis; Family of Don Gleason; Brad Hovious; B. Jones; Pat Gillenwater; Ted Stocker; Tom Callery; Tom Mullen; Linda Chavers; Mark Barnes; Joe Houston; Matt Branch; Erica Baggett; Mackenzie Stetz; Mike Smith; Parchman Prison inmates; Haven House residents; Our Haiti partners; Oxford & Lafayette County First Responders; Community leaders
U. S. Military: SSgt Jason Freeland, USAF 4th Air Support Operation
Please pray, too, for those with unspecified needs.
If you wish to have a name removed or added to this list, please contact the church office.
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The FPC prayer chain is ready if you or someone you know is in need. This is a confidential list that is independent from the names listed above. Please contact Carlisle Wood at [email protected] or 662-832-8606. All requests are held in strict confidence.
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Upcoming Birthdays & Anniversaries |
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January Birthdays:
1 Frances Crawford, Edna Wright
2 Kathryn Hill, Steve Mauldin, Jody Scruggs, Kerry Wigginton
3 Eli Manning
5 Barbara Davis
6 Nancy Giles
7 Lindsey Baquie, Anna Presley Harris, Maribel Sullivan-Gonzalez, Lynn Treas
8 Cade Smith
9 Ney Williams
10 Lu Ann Smith
12 Donald Felts
13 Melba Bowlin, Samuel Cribbs, Suzan Deloach
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If we've overlooked your birthday or anniversary and you wish to have it included in Fast Facts, please contact Jessica McPhail in the church office.
These announcements are sent weekly from the church. If you don't want to receive them, or if your email address has changed, please send a message to Jessica McPhail in the church office at [email protected].
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First Presbyterian Church | 924 Van Buren Ave. | Oxford, MS www.fpcoxford.net | 662.234.1757 |
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