149th Annual Meetings of Congregation and Corporation

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SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2010

LUNCHEON:  Immediately following worship

Cost:  Adults, $4.00; School Age Children, $2.00; Tots, Free

ANNUAL MEETINGS:  12:45 P.M.

Child Care Provided

Posted January 30, 2010, 3:08 am | Comments Off 

Scottish Heritage Sunday – January 31, 2010

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One doesn’t have to be Scottish to celebrate Scottish Heritage Sunday.   This is the time, though, where our church will celebrate its Scottish Heritage.  We will celebrate with Scottish music, bagpipes, yes, real bagpipes, banners, a beadle (someone who carries the family Bible to the front of the church), and Scottish attire.  The service begins at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, January 31, 2010. All Scots are asked to bring a piece of their clan tartan to be blessed.  This is called “Kirkin’ o’ the Tartan.”

Following the service will be a Ceilidh (a Scottish happening) with homemade shortbread  and the Scottish Country Dancers.  They will be in full dress and this will be held in Knox Hall.

Whatever your heritage, however, everyone is encouraged to wear something plaid.  Also please bring your Scottish friends. This is a really fun Sunday!   See you January 31!

Posted January 26, 2010, 12:41 pm | Comments Off 

Lenten Services Begin February 17, 2010

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Join us for Lenten Services at First Presbyterian Church each Wednesday beginning with Ash Wednesday, February 17.  Dinner will be at  5:45 p.m. with worship and communion starting at 6:30 p.m. At each midweek service, the sermon will focus on a different phrase in the Lord’s Prayer.    We say the Lord’s Prayer automatically, but to really understand those words is an opportunity you can’t miss. Come and join us for an enjoyable Lenten season.  Mark your calendars today for these special services!

Posted January 26, 2010, 10:22 am | Comments Off 

Haiti Earthquake Response

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Haiti PDA


Give — Your Financial support for relief efforts can be designated to DR000064. Gifts can be made online, by phone at (800) 872-3283, or by check. Gifts by check may be given through your local Presbyterian congregation or mailed to Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), P.O. Box 643700, Pittsburg, PA  15264-3700. Please include the designated giving account number on your check.

As God’s people, we are called to stand in the “GAP” — Give, Act, Pray.

 

Act — Make Gift of the Heart kits. Congregations and individuals can assembly hygiene kits and baby kits. Instructions are on the PDA Web site. Advocate for Temporary Protected Status for Haitians.  Information can be found on the Presbyterian Washington Office Web site. Stay informed. Visit the PDA Web site for answers to frequently asked questions and for resources to aid in discussions.

Pray — You can join with others in lifting up the people of Haiti and those seeking to provide aid in this critical time.

Posted January 17, 2010, 5:08 pm | Comments Off 

January Note from Pastor Jon

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A New Decade Awaits! 

            We begin not only a New Year this January 1st, but a New Decade as well.  We ushered in the last decade with fears of the loss of technology due to the Y2K bug and its effects that it would have on the civilized world.  In looking back, we find that we were much more prepared for that than we thought we were.

            As we enter into this next decade, perhaps instead of entering with fear for what might happen, we can enter the decade with assurance, promise and strength.  We know of the assurance of acceptance by God. We can hold onto the promise of everlasting life given to us through Jesus Christ.  We can be strengthened through the continued presence of the Holy Spirit in our lives.

            Where we entered the last decade with fear and trepidation, let us enter this one with Hope, Joy, Peace and Love, the focuses of our candle lighting this past Advent Season:

  • Hope for your future and development as a Christian
  •  Joy for your salvation through your relationship with Jesus Christ
  •  Peace in knowing God is in control and the Prince of Peace reigns
  •  Christ’s Love that you can express to those you know, and those you don’t 

What difference might it make if we enter the year focused on the positive aspects of our faith?  If we focus on relationships?  If we focus on our own spiritual growth and improvement?  If these are things you want to focus on, how will you do so?  Join a Sunday School or Wednesday evening class?  Will you find more prayer and devotion time?  Will you make an effort to delve more into God’s word?  What can you do to begin this decade in step with your Lord?

                                                                                                     In Him,    Pastor Jon

Posted January 4, 2010, 9:21 pm | Comments Off