Fast Facts
an e-update on life at First Presbyterian Church
Thursday, December 3, 2020
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Still time to get a tree! |
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PYF continues selling Christmas Trees in the 10th street parking lot from Noon to 6:00 pm each weekday and 9:00 to 6:00 pm each weekend. Please support this vital ministry and spread the word about how others can do the same!
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Worship - Sunday, December 6, 2020 |
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2nd Sunday in Advent
SERMON TITLE
Mark 1:1-8
This week's lectionary texts:
Isaiah 40:1-11
Psalm 85:1-2, 8-13
2 Peter 3:8-15a
Mark 1:1-8
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Join us for worship this Sunday, December 6 at 10:55 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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In-person worship at FPC continues this Sunday, December 6, 2020. Please choose one service below to attend. Each person attending must be registered using one of these forms. Only 50 participants are allowed in each worship service. Everyone attending worship is required to follow guidelines approved by the Covid Task Force listed here.
There will be an usher by the elevator if anyone needs to enter that way.
If you sign up for a service and know by Friday that you can't attend, please call the church office so we can open your spot up for someone else.
For any questions, concerns or help signing up for worship, please contact the church office by replying to this email or calling 234-1757.
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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, December 4.
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Seasonal greenery and berries dates are available throughout Advent. The dates available are December 13, 20, 27, and January 3. To provide seasonal greenery and berries in honor or in memory of a loved one, contact Margaret Fancher at [email protected] or 234-1359. Contributions to the Flower Fund are greatly appreciated.
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Members are invited to help decorate the Sanctuary for Christmas by purchasing poinsettias for $12 each in memory or in honor of friends or loved ones. The deadline for ordering is Monday, December 7th. Please click here for the order form. You may also click the button below to order online. Be sure to list your information as you would like it printed in the bulletin and return it to the church office with your payment attached.
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The church needs volunteers to help with sanctuary greening each Friday morning at 9:00 am during the Advent Season. All you need is your favorite pair of clippers and a mask! Social distancing will be observed and a mask is required in the building at all times. If you are able to help on December 4th, 11th, or 18th, please call Margaret Fancher at 234-1359 or email her at [email protected].
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Advent Wholeness & Healing services are offered on Tuesdays, December 8th, and 15th, at 5:30 pm in the Sanctuary. These 30-minute services offer peace and solitude for all during the busy Christmas season and incorporate prayer, scripture and communion. Services will be streamed online each week on the church's Facebook page to ensure everyone may participate. Please sign up below to let us know to expect you.
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It's not too late to sign up for FPC's Adult Faith Formation event, Advent Together! All are welcome to participate in this three part online program about the Christmas story shared through the Gospel of Luke, the Gospel of Matthew, and our favorite Christmas carols and hymns. Each session will happen online via Zoom over the next three weeks from 4:00 to 5:15 pm. Contact David Randolph at [email protected] if interested.
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Bibles & Brews celebrates the holiday season in style with a special Jeopardy night on Wednesday, December 9th, from 7:30 to 9:00 pm via Zoom! All are welcome to participate in this online communal gathering and are encouraged to wear their favorite Christmas sweaters. Special thanks to the Rev. Allison Wehrung for her help with this Jeopardy night. Contact David Randolph for more details. |
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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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Hello, my name is Reid Rochelle and I am a member of BSA Troop 45 here in Oxford. I am currently a Life Scout working to attain the rank of Eagle Scout. With the ongoing COVID 19 Pandemic, many families continue to struggle and depend on the Oxford and Lafayette County Food Pantry for food supplies throughout the year. Since the Pandemic, the Pantry has seen an increase of 50-70 percent in people needing food. I plan to have a food drive to collect the current requests of the Pantry.
With the help and availability of First Presbyterian Church UKIRK/PYF parking lot (corner of Harrison Avenue and South 10th St), my project will consist of 2 dates – Saturday, December 12th (10-12pm and 1-3pm) and Saturday, December 19th (same times).
The drop off will be similar to most curbside deliveries in order to maintain social distancing and following local guidelines from the City of Oxford.
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Here is a list of the preferred donations for the Pantry:
- Canned Corned Beef Hash
- Canned Ravioli
- Canned Spaghetti
- Diced Tomatoes
- Boxes of Cocoa Mix (Swiss Miss)
- Canned Pork and Beans
- Canned Fruit Cocktail
- Vegetable Oil and other cooking oils
Thank you in advance for any sized donation!
Sincerely,
Reid Rochelle
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Remember in Prayer
FPC Members: Elizabeth Owen; Family of Shirley Crawford; Helen Scruggs; Wil Howie; Billy Wood; 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: Paulette Logan; Tommy Waters; Mary Gietzen; 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; Betty Hoar; 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. Please contact Carlisle Wood at [email protected] or 662-832-8606.
All requests are held in strict confidence.
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Upcoming Birthdays and Anniversaries |
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December Birthdays:
3 Ashley Abraham
4 Monte Gibbs, Ernie Lowe
5 Mary Clark Hayward, Robert Williams
6 Charles Cascio, Dean Chow, Ty Gillespie
7 Ralph Kersey, Steve McCord, Tom Meredith
8 Sandra Webb
9 Rosie Cooper, Caroline Croom, Gracyn Gordon, Sharon Lovelace, Carrie Milner
December Anniversaries:
4 LuAnn & Tommy Smith
5 Susan & Todd Abbott
6 Machelle & Ernie Williams
8 Maribel & Doug Sullivan-Gonzalez
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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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