This Sunday . . . 

Another lovely thank you note has arrived from Brentwood Elementary!  See the attached photos from Mrs. Harrison’s first grade class . . .

Recommendations for Officer Candidates

It is our privilege and responsibility as Presbyterians to elect our own leaders, and the Nominating Committee is organizing for the work of the coming year. They would like to know names of members whom you believe to be gifted for service as elders, deacons, or members of next year's Nominating Committee. Position descriptions and nominating forms are available in the entryway (along with a box for you to submit completed forms). The due date for submissions is Sunday, May 7. Please be in prayer for the committee as they undertake this work of discernment.

Reading the Bible With Understanding 

Tuesdays 11:30 - 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

May 9 Interpreting the Gospels

May 16 Interpreting Poetry and Wisdom Literature

May 23 Interpreting Letters

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

June 12-16

Lions Club



As you are doing your Spring cleaning, don’t forget to recycle your eye glasses and hearing aides you no longer use in the Lions Club box in the church office. Thank you! 

Grief Matters

Monthly Conversations About Grief

Bay Care Spiritual Care

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.

First Presbyterian Preschool

firstprespreschoolsarasota.org

Now accepting application for the

2023-2024 School Year.

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.