Tuesday, August 15, 2023 | E-News | Vol. 5, Issue 15 | |
“Give instruction to the wise, and they will become wiser still; teach the righteous and they will gain in learning.” – Proverbs 9:9 NRSV | |
♦ Classes ♦ Events ♦ Worship ♦ Connect | |
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Ping Pong with a Purpose
Tournament & cookout
Sunday, August 20, 12:15 p.m.; Stephenson Hall & Courtyard
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Our annual ping pong tournament is back and includes a cookout lunch. All ages are invited to play including kids, youth and adults … and there is a new women’s bracket. All optional entry fees will go toward uniform pants and coats for the kiddos at our partner school, Anderson Elementary. Registration and information available here. | |
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Exodus/Pathfinder parent meeting
Sunday, August 20, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.; Powerhouse
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Join us for a meeting to share our plans for the youth in the coming year. Bring your kids to their Sunday school class and then stay for some coffee, doughnuts and conversation. | |
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Summer Swim
Sundays through September 3, 1:30 – 5:00 p.m.; Camp Loughridge
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Join us for fun in the sun with fellow church family members. Plan to stay for extended hours until 7 p.m. for the final Family Grill night on August 20. Just bring your fixings, charcoal and chef hat and grill away! | |
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Breakfast on Boston
Sunday, September 10, 9:15 a.m.; on Boston in front of the church
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Enjoy fellowship, live music from Grady Nichols, pony rides and face painting. There will be no Sunday school. Breakfast prices are adults $7, children (4-12 years old) $4, Free (0 – 3 years old) and families $20. Prepay here. | |
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Matson Cup Golf Tournament
Monday, September 18, 8:30 a.m.; MeadowBrook Country Club
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Join us for our 16th annual golf tournament! Support our ministry’s work serving the most vulnerable in our community, in honor of Geordie and George Matson. Registration fees cover the cost of the tournament and lunch, as well as contribute to our Helping Hand Ministry as tax-deductible donations. Register now! | |
Grouped by day, Sunday through Saturday | |
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Faith & Film
Sundays, August 20 – September 3, 9:30 a.m.; Miller Library
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We are diving into Season 1 of The Chosen and reviewing how scripture is messaged and depicted through this series.
- Aug. 20 – Elder Jacob Thompson
- Aug. 27 – Elder Jacob Thompson
- Sept. 3 – Rev. Dan Hutchinson
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Guys Monday Bible Study
Mondays, beginning September 11, 11:45 a.m.; E103
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The study topic will be announced at a later date. Register and pre-pay for lunch online. | |
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Pastor's Study
Sundays at 9:30 a.m.; E104
Wednesdays at 11:30 a.m.; E104
NOTE: Start time for the August 23 & 30 classes is 12:30 p.m.
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We are studying Rebecca McLaughlin’s book titled, “Confronting Christianity: 12 Hard Questions for the World’s Largest Religion.” This study leads up to Rebecca’s lecture at First Church on Saturday, September 16, at 6:30 p.m. Optional lunch on Wednesdays. Payment can be made in advance online or at the door. Executive Director of Adult Ministries Duff Points is teaching Wednesday, August 16. Professor Jerry McCoy is teaching through August. Please join us. | |
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Foundations class with Rev. Dan Hutchison
9:30 – 10:30 a.m., September 17 – Nov. 26, E104
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This class is open to anyone who is interested in studying the basic foundations of the Bible and principles of the Christian faith. Sometimes called Paul's magnum opus, the letter to the Romans is rich in doctrine and timeless in truth. Join us as we explore the depth of human need, the mystery of God's righteousness revealed in Christ, the transformative power of God's grace and love, and much more. | |
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First Church Choristers
Sundays beginning September 17, 9:00; West Parlor
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Children ages 5 to fourth grade are invited to “make a joyful noise unto the Lord” and to sing with the First Church Choristers! Enrollment is required and open until September 30. Students will learn rich theology and Biblical truth through songs, hymns, and musicals. Learn more about the Choristers and enroll for the fall semester. | |
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Monday School
Mondays, beginning September 11, 12:00 p.m.; Kirkland Library
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Come join us as we spend eight weeks exploring what the Bible says about God’s Kingdom. Lunch is at 11:30 a.m., and Justin Schell will be teaching. Pre-pay for lunch here. | |
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Seasons Women’s Gathering
Second Monday monthly, beginning September 11, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Miller Library
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Do you crave meaningful friendships that will last? Are you looking for deeper connections? Join us once a month to explore our relationship with Jesus as the ultimate model for authentic friendship. There is a seat at the table just for you. | |
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Precept Bible Study
Tuesdays, beginning September 12, 9:30 – 10:40 a.m.; E101
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The Precept Bible study is an 11-week study on the Psalms. This study on Psalms 1-22 is perfect for you to learn more about how to praise God in the good times, lament honestly in the bad and trust God through every season of life. Contact Laura Stevens or follow the link for more information. | |
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Watercolor the Word
Wednesdays, beginning September 13, 9:30 – 11:15 a.m.; E104
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Come join us for six weeks of creativity. Mary Lee Weaver will demonstrate how to create beautiful cards and bookmarks using traceable images, scripture and watercolors or colored pencils. To sign up, please contact Laura Stevens and follow the link for more information. | |
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Wednesday Night Downtown
Wednesdays, beginning September 13, dinner at 5:15 p.m., classes at 6:15
Join us for dinner in Stephenson Hall and stay for a class. Classes include:
Meaning behind the marquee
Stephenson Hall
If you drive by our church, you will see three words on our marquee: orthodox, reformed and evangelical. This fall, we will be considering each of these words, the history and theology that give them meaning, and how they might shape our life together.
Seekers with Rev. Wambugu Gachungi
E104
Join us as we study and discuss the sermon scriptures from the week.
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AWANA Clubs
Wednesdays, beginning September 13, 2023, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Children’s Center
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AWANA Clubs provide weekly programs and special events that introduce kids to Christ and build a biblical foundation for faith. This program is for children from ages 2 through fourth grade. Register online now. Additional AWANA events include:
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Kindergarten blessing and Bible presentation, Sunday, August 27, 9:30-10:45 a.m.; West Parlor. RSVP required.
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Fourth grade blessing and Bible presentation, Sunday, August 27, 9:30-10:45 a.m.; Chapel. RSVP required.
- Leaders dinner/training, Wednesday, September 6, 6:00-7:30 p.m. in Stephenson Hall.
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Presbyterian Women
Monthly on the first and fourth Thursdays, 9:30 a.m.
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Join us in the Project Room on the 4th Floor. | |
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Dr. Rebecca McLaughlin – Guest lecturer
“Four things Christians must reclaim.”
Saturday, September 16 at 6:30 p.m.; Stephenson Hall
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Rebecca McLaughlin has always been fascinated by the power of words and the message of the gospel. McLaughlin’s first book, “Confronting Christianity: 12 hard questions for the world’s largest religion” (2019) was named “Book of the Year” by Christianity Today and has been part of Dr. Jim Miller’s Pastor’s Study course. McLaughlin is the co-founder of Vocable Communications, a communications firm dedicated to helping leaders change minds. | |
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Regular weekly worship services
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.
- Traditional worship in the Sanctuary.
- Contemporary worship in Stephenson Hall.
- TIF in the Great Hall.
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Watch worship from home
Sundays at 11 a.m. live or anytime thereafter
Traditional worship
TIF worship
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Masterwork Academy is adding to their staff the following positions: teaching assistants in music, dance, theatre, and visual arts, a music instructor, a faith and fitness coach, a principal, a bus driver, and a Bible teacher. More information online. For volunteer and prayer support positions, contact Jenette McEntire.
The communications department is looking for a full-time broadcast and video manager. More information online.
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For pastoral needs, prayer requests, important family news or a change in contact information, please call 918-584-4701 or email Kathy Wilson. To directly request prayer by the Guild of Intercessors, call Paula Peterson at 918-296-5548 or text 918-688-2163. | |
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