E-News | Vol. 3, Issue 14 | July 20, 2021 |
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“The Lord upholds all who are falling, and raises up all who are bowed down. The Lord is near to all who call on him in truth.”
– Psalms 145:14, 18 NRSV
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Volunteer during Mission Week
Today through Friday, July 23; various locations
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Join us this week for local mission opportunities. Individuals and families can join us as we serve John 3:16, Little Light House and additional mission partners. Contact Betty Price at the Church for more information 918-301-1039.
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Sign up now to be a lunch buddy
Anderson Elementary
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We have adopted Anderson Elementary, our Masterwork Academy partner school, for our mentorship program and are currently signing up Church members to join the students as lunch buddies. To sign up to be a lunch buddy, contact Cindy DeVore at 918-630-2636 or Betty Price at the Church.
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Find video presentations of the 2021 Glimpses of Grace talks held during the Sunday School hour in June and July. These stories of God’s grace will inspire you and enrich your faith.
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Shoe drive
Sunday, July 18 through 25
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First Church is partnering with First Baptist Church North Tulsa to gather shoes for the homeless for the Caring Center of First Baptist Church Tulsa. Your donation of new and gently used shoes may be dropped off in the Atrium.
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First Church chronicles the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre in display
Sunday, July 25 through Wednesday, September 8, Church hours; North Atrium
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The 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre Centennial has brought the role of faith community to the forefront. Our History & Archives committee has put together a display in the Atrium featuring imagery and information about Dr. C.W. Kerr, pastor of First Church during the massacre, his family, the Church and members who witnessed the event. Thanks to the FPC Tulsa History & Archives Committee, Tulsa Historical Society and Museum – Luke Williams, curator. To request an oral class presentation email History & Archives.
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Pick up communion elements
Monday, July 26 – Friday, July 30, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Church front desk
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Pick up at-home communion elements by visiting the front desk in the Church Atrium or call ahead and Cathy Mitchell will bring them to your car. |
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Meet God in the Garden
Tuesday, July 27, 9 – 10:30 a.m.
John 3:16 Farm “The Refuge”; fourth Tuesday monthly
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Join us to help plant and weed at John 3:16's farm where stories of healing and redemption grow alongside tomato and pepper plants. Meet us at The Refuge at 575 North 39th West Avenue in Tulsa. |
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Global Leadership Summit
Thursday and Friday, August 5 – 6, 2021
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Join us at the Church or online for presentations via broadcast from a world-class leadership faculty. Learn more here.
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New Inquirers’ Class for prospective members
Sunday, August 8 – 29, 9:30 a.m.; E-104
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Are you or someone you know interested in learning more about First Church Tulsa? The Inquirers’ Class is a perfect place to come meet others, get to know some of our pastors and ask questions. Sign up for this four-week class now by contacting Patricia at the Church or registering on Realm.
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Children’s programming
Sunday, August 15, Promotion Sunday
Children’s Ministry Sunday School classes will promote to their new classrooms.
Sunday, August 22, 9:30 a.m., Kindergarten blessing
Sunday, August 28, 9:30 a.m., 4th grade Bible celebration
For more information on these events, contact Kiona Tyler in the Children’s Ministry at the Church.
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Fall programming including Breakfast on Boston
Begins Sunday, September 12
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Programming kicks off Sunday, September 12 with Breakfast on Boston featuring saxophonist Grady Nichols. The following week, classes begin including Monday School, Precepts and Wednesday Night Downtown Tulsa (WNDT). Join us before for dinner and pay at the door. Also, beginning Sunday, September 19, Pastor’s Study will be held Sundays and Wednesdays throughout the fall. For questions, contact Hannah Elliott at the Church or find more on the event calendar.
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Keith & Kristyn Getty Concert – Christ Our Hope Tour
Tuesday, September 28, Sanctuary
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Modern hymn writers, Keith & Kristyn Getty, and their band will present a concert as part of their Christ Our Hope Fall 2021 Tour. Tickets available soon, so visit our website calendar for more information.
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UKirk “Gather” and “Grow” for adults 18-24 |
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Gather – Wednesdays July 6, 14, 21 & 28, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.; locations vary.
Grow – Sundays in July and August, 9:30 a.m.; Stephenson Hall
Join us for lessons and mission work.
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Young Adult Community Nights
Monday evenings through August 16
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Join us throughout the summer on Monday nights for fellowship and fun. More details can be found at "Young Adult Ministries @FPC" on Facebook or by contacting Elizabeth DeVore at 918-728-5327.
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Moms’ Summer Bible Study
Mondays through July 26; 9:30-11 a.m.; Prayer Room #204
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Facilitated by Sarah Savage, director of Children’s Ministries. Childcare provided. Register by contacting Kiona Tyler at the Church.
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Summer Swim
Sundays, now through August 29, 1:45 – 5:00 p.m.; Camp Loughridge
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Join your fellow members for summer swim followed by Vespers at 5 p.m. |
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Tulsa International Fellowship Prayers
Saturdays 10:30 a.m. – noon; Great Hall
All are welcome to this TIF prayer worship led by Wambugu Gachungi.
10:10 Pastor's Message live on Facebook
Tuesdays and Thursdays
Tune in to our Facebook page for a live message from one of our pastors.
Prayer Gathering
Thursday, August 12, 5:30 p.m. in Miller Library; second Thursdays monthly
Join us monthly for a time of contemplative prayer and music.
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Contemporary worship
Sundays at 8:30 a.m.; Stephenson Hall
Traditional worship
Sundays at 11:00 a.m.; Sanctuary
TIF worship
Sundays at 11:00 a.m.; Great Hall
Vespers Evening Worship
Sundays at 5:00 p.m.; Camp Loughridge
Join us for Summer Swim and then for Vespers worship outside.
To view online, click the blue links above.
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Access the Realm Church directory |
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Download the Realm app or login on your desktop to use the Church directory, register for events and more. To access your account, contact Kathy Wilson at 918-301-1029.
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Hospitalizations, births, marriages |
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Do you know of a family member or Church friend who is hospitalized? Please notify Kathy Wilson at 918-301-1029. Those who are hospitalized will receive calls and/or notes of encouragement until our volunteer chaplains and pastors are once again allowed to visit in person.
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