This Sunday . . . 

The Lubben Brothers in concert @ Oak Street Stage

Thursday, April 20, 7:30 p.m.

Check out their website www.lubbenbrothers.com

Triplets and high-energy acoustic musicians from the farmlands of Iowa, The Lubben Brothers specialize in tight vocal harmonies and an eclectic blend of folk instruments involving banjo, mandolin, tin whistle, accordion, hammered dulcimer, and fiddle. Diving into classical music at a young age, their modern songwriting style merges their folk roots with complex pop ideas.

Suggested $20 donation

Reading the Bible With Understanding 

Tuesdays 11:30 April 18- May 23

on Zoom

For Presbyterians the importance of Scripture, along with Faith and Grace are foundational beliefs. This class introduces important ways to consider when interpreting different parts of the narratives, poetry and wisdom, and letters that make up the Bible. We’ll consider what Presbyterian believe about the nature of the Bible and which translation is best for each of us. Together we’ll take a broad look at the Biblical story in its many forms. This class will be led by Elaine Barnett, a member of FPC, an Elder and Certified Christian Educator. Sign-up by emailing ewbarnet@me.com

Session 1. Do You Understand What You Are Reading?

Session 2. Understanding and Choosing a Translation

Session 3. Interpreting Narrative Passages

Session 4. Interpreting the Gospels

Session 5. Interpreting Poetry and Wisdom Literature

Session 6. Interpreting Letters

Read the Latest Family Newsletter with important dates for upcoming events.

Want to learn more about this exciting congregation?   

Our next inquirers’ class will be on Sunday, April 23 at 10:00 a.m.

We will meet together in class (room 225) from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m., worship together from 11:00 – 12:00 noon, and then have snacks and continue our discussion from 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Please RSVP to the church office (941) 955.8119

First Presbyterian Preschool

firstprespreschoolsarasota.org

You are cordially invited to First Presbyterian Preschool’s First Roots Gala held at Sarasota Yacht Club April 27, 2023 from 6-9pm. We are going to have an amazing evening with delicious food, crafty cocktails, awesome DJ, incredible auction, and fun activities including the wine pull, again. Ticket price is $125 per guest. To purchase tickets, please scan the QR code below.

Proceeds raised from this year’s gala will support our school’s operational costs not covered by tuition or grant funds which are required to be spent on personnel and staff retention. Our preschool is in need of new classroom furniture, after operational expenses are met, any residual funds raised by the First Roots Gala will be used to purchase furniture for the classrooms.

 Come celebrate our preschool’s 75^th Anniversary of being the best, play-based preschool in our community!

INVEST IN CHILDREN

HE IS RISEN!  The risen Christ had said “Let the children come to me.”   The Invest in Children volunteers have done just that by sharing Jesus’ love with the children at Brentwood Elementary School.  Thank you, Brentwood volunteers, for loving the children in Jesus’ name!  HAPPY EASTER!

YOU ARE INVITED!

APRIL 16, 2023

When we will celebrate the FPC volunteers of Brentwood Elementary School

at

9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.

Worship Services

Join us for refreshments and a fun presentation about our partnership with Brentwood in Fellowship Hall at 10:00 a.m.

Ushers Needed

Please contact James Jordon by calling (816)377-5666 or emailing: jej.jordan@gmail.com if you are interested in being a part of the new rotating team of ushers. Training will be provided. It’s a great way to serve!

FPC's Weekly All Faiths Food Distribution 

We have expanded our food offering and are now averaging over 100 families per week!

Join us on Thursday mornings to volunteer. We start packing food at 8:30 a.m. and serve from 10:00-11:30 a.m.

ACS Church Life App is Still Available

   for Download at Your App Store

We just found out that the ACS church life app is still available for download from your app store (Apple and androids). For those of you not familiar with Church Life, it is an app that is available to church members. You can search for members, view phone and  address information, photos, and family members. You can send a text or call with a simple tap on the phone number. You can even send an email. Download it now before it is no longer available through your app store.

If you have any questions, please contact Lisa Garcia, finance manager (941) 955-8119.

Prayer List

Click on the link below for the prayer list. Thank you for praying for healing and encouragement for these dear ones.

Pastoral Care

When you or a loved one is hospitalized, it is important that you contact the church or the pastor to inform us directly and inform the hospital that you are a member of our congregation and would welcome a visit. Hospitals will not contact the church. We have also discovered that some will no longer even list a patient as our church member on their internal records unless the patient is careful to note their relationship with our congregation. Thank you for your assistance.

We’re Here for You!

The FPC care team, Stephen Ministers, deacons, elders and church staff continue to be available for you. Please feel free to reach out to Cheryl Track, Faith Community Nurse (941) 320-3828 or call the church office (941) 955-8119 if we can be of support to you.