“He is Risen” Make plans now to attend our Holy Week worship services beginning with Palm Sunday and culminating with Easter. This year, our Maundy Thursday worship service is new and will include original artistic responses to Scripture readings, created by members of First Church, that recount the story of this solemn evening. Scroll down to the “Worship” section of E-News for additional information.

Tickets available online and Sundays in the church Atrium 

Worldwide Christian recording artists Keith & Kristyn Getty will be performing in Tulsa at First Church. In re-inventing the traditional hymn form, they have created a catalogue of songs teaching Christian doctrine and crossing the genres of traditional, classical, folk and contemporary composition which are sung across the world. Their most recognized hymn is, “In Christ Alone.” Experience their music by watching, “Lift High the Name of Jesus.”

You may now book lilies in honor or memory of a loved one whose name will appear in the Easter Sunday bulletin. After the service, the lilies will go to homebound and/or hospitalized members. Order online or by bringing in a check for $10 per lily to the front desk of the church.

The Prayer Vigil is a continuous chain of prayer that begins on Maundy Thursday and continues until sunrise on Easter Sunday to stand with Jesus through his suffering, crucifixion, burial and resurrection. Please sign up for a 30-minute slot to ensure an unbroken prayer chain here or on Sunday, April 3, in the Atrium. We encourage every member to pray anytime during the prayer vigil. The Prayer Room on the second floor of the Church will be open during Holy Week Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday 7:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Help us say thank you to the singers, ringers and instrumentalists who provide music for our Easter services by bringing a dish for them to enjoy that day. Get more details and sign up online, or sign up at the Atrium table on Sunday, April 10. Contact Kathy Wilson at 918-301-1029 with questions.

Meet in Stephenson Hall on Wednesday evenings during Lent to hear the personal testimonies of our own ministers on how God appeared in their lives, and for a discussion about the great “I AM." Please find the updated speaker schedule here.

Join Jackson and Hutch with Life on the Vine for a daily reflection on the gospel of John as we make our way from Palm Sunday to Easter. Episodes will include music, scripture, questions for reflection and a brief conversation about the text.

During the last two weeks of Lent, the congregation can participate in the H2O Project by fasting from all beverages but water and give the money saved from purchasing other drinks to our partners in the H2O Project, Marion Medical Mission. The mission works with local villagers in Malawi, Tanzania and Zambia by digging wells for their villages and teaching them how to maintain them. The cost per well is $450, which will serve 150 people. First Church members have donated funds to the mission since 2009, resulting in 216 wells. Our goal for this year is $6,300 for 14 wells, making our new total 230 wells. You can also give online and select “H2O” on the menu. Learn more here.

Are you or someone you know interested in learning more about First Church? The Inquirers’ Class is a perfect place to come meet others, get to know some of our pastors and ask your questions. Sign up for this four-week class online. For questions, contact Patricia Hall at 918-301-1028.

Bring your kiddos and their own Easter baskets and join us for Spring Festival at Camp Loughridge. There will be an egg hunt, a petting zoo and fun activities! No registration is required. Learn more here.

Apply here by April 15

First Church offers a number of scholarships for First Church members who are enrolled in college courses. Read more about these resources and apply soon.

Read the latest issue of Tidings with articles including “The tradition of decorating worship spaces for Easter” by Angela Garrett, “Leadership in TIF” by Eric Baird, the “Pastor’s Top 10 to read” by Rev. Dr. Wes Vander Lugt, and more about our Afghan ministry, Masterwork’s new Piano Lab, spiritual practices and more.

See glimpses of God’s grace and sustaining strength in our 2021 Annual Report and Year in Pictures.

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Join us for this three-week series to explore a theology of human sexuality, ethical and relational guidelines, and how the church can interact with contemporary challenges with wisdom and love. Teaching begins at 6:15 p.m. followed by a time of open dialogue. You can also join us for dinner beforehand by reserving your spot here.

Married couples, please join us for a half-day retreat led by Rev. James Estes and Dr. Tom Philp. Learn more and RSVP here. Dr. Tom Philp, LPC, CEO, is a licensed psychotherapist in Tulsa and he obtained a Doctor of Philosophy from Louisiana Baptist University before founding Stonebridge Couples Therapy, where he has provided therapy for adults and couples for over 10 years. A member of First Church, Dr. Philp is an ordained Deacon (class of 2016) and has served on the Eastern Oklahoma Presbytery Council.

The Word in Art is a Lenten exhibition focusing on the life of Jesus as portrayed in Biblical art. It features a mid-1800 edition noted for black and white engravings, the John Brown Bible published in 1859, and The Life of Our Lord Jesus Christ, published in 1899 with engravings by French painter, J. James Tissot. For docent tour information, call the church office, 918-584-4701.

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Register now for VBS in June. This year’s theme is “Monumental: Celebrating God’s Greatness.” Book your kiddos now for this fantastic week of learning, praising and fun.

Dr. Jonathan Miller is teaching the Sunday, April 10 Pastor’s Study.

Lunch is available for the Wednesday class, and you can prepay here.

The class will be discussing the books of the Old Testament.

Lunch is available for purchase online. There will be no meeting on Monday, April 18.

For questions, contact Phillip Bowman at 918-630-1786 or read more on the website here.

Precepts is studying the book of Titus. Click here for more information.

Led by Julia Metcalf, follow UKirk on Instagram @ukirktulsa

Interested in discussion theology? Please join us for a discussion of G.K. Chesterton’s book “Orthodoxy.” Contact Phillip Bowman at 918-630-1786.

Pay online or in person at the door.

AWANA at 6:15 p.m.; Children's Center

Wednesday evening activities for children ages two to fourth grade. The focus is scripture memory and a lot of fun. Learn more here.

Pathfinders, AMASS Exodus, Confirmation at 6:15 p.m.; Powerhouse

Classes will resume on Wednesday, April 20 after Easter. In the meantime, please join us for Lenten Conversations 2022 - Encountering the Great "I AM" in Stephenson Hall on Wednesdays at 6:15 p.m.

Join us on Palm Sunday for worship. All five services will be in session. Dr. Jonathan Miller will preach in the 8:30 a.m. Chapel service and the 11 a.m. Sanctuary service.

Maundy Thursday is a day to remember Jesus’ last evening with his disciples before his betrayal, trial and crucifixion. This year, our worship service will include original artistic responses to Scripture readings, created by members of First Church, that recount the story of this solemn evening. In addition, this is a Tenebrae service that will include communion and end in silence, darkness, and the tolling of the bells as we remember the darkness of Gethsemane.

Join us for the Seven Words of Jesus from the Cross. “Good” Friday is the day Christians intentionally remember Jesus’ crucifixion and the sacrifice he made on our behalf.

Join us in the Great Hall for this Good Friday worship led by Rev. Wambugu Gachungi.

Join us for our Sunrise Service at Camp Loughridge at 6:30 a.m. or attend one of our five regularly scheduled worship services at the church including Traditional, Contemporary and Tulsa International Fellowship.

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.: