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These last few weeks I have been focusing on what some of the great leaders in the history of Christianity have had in common.  Beginning with the 3 Wise Men, and looking at Martin Luther, Dietrich Bonhoeffer, John Knox and Billy Sunday, I see an ongoing theme of 5 things that Christian Leaders have:

•          Truth-seekers
•           Face Obstacles and Persevere
•           Have a vision
•           A part of a community
•           Make their task a central purpose of their life.

 When you look at this list there is only one outside factor that contributes to this list of Christian Leadership traits, and that is being a part of a community.  The others, truth seeking, perseverance, visioning, purpose, those are internal characteristics that we either have, or we do not…. But community, community is an outside factor that affects how well we might succeed in our mission.

Are you a part of a community that can help you succeed in what God is calling you to do?  I would like to think that you know you are welcome at First Presbyterian Church, welcome to be a part of our community, which is seeking to answer God’s call to each of us, both individually and corporately.  All it takes is one step, talking to someone about what your vision is, finding someone who has the same interest, call, or vocation, and establishing a team based ministry, where each person helps the others, and all find their tasks at hand to be stronger, better and more enjoyable.

Come and find your community here at the church, come and fulfill your mission, come and be a part of something far greater than could ever be accomplished alone.  Come, and be a part of what God is doing in the city of Omaha and the world!

In Him,
                                                Pastor Jon

Posted January 31, 2011, 8:33 pm | Comments Off 

Would you like a First Presbyterian shirt?   Below is a list of  shirts available.  T-Shirts (adult and youth sizes) – $12 for short-sleeved; $17 for long-sleeved;  Hoodies – $20;  Collared Polo Shirts - $18;  V-Neck T-Shirts – $15.    In most cases, shirts in shades of white, blue, and yellow can be ordered.  Please talk with Rev. Sloan or Allison in person on Sundays.  They make a nice witnessing tool for all at activities.  Get one today!

Posted January 30, 2011, 8:50 am | Comments Off 

Posted January 30, 2011, 7:50 am | Comments Off 

Have you remembered to shop with Scrip?  Help FPC earn additional money by purchasing Scrip either in Calvin Hall on Sundays or through the available website.  You can add as much as 13% from the purchase of your Scrip to our church.   One can purchase Scrip for many familiar stores and now we even have a grocery store.  Stop by the table in Calvin Hall to see the list of stores available to you and make your purchases.  Scrips ordered this Sunday will be ready for you next Sunday.  Happy Shopping!

Posted January 30, 2011, 6:35 am | Comments Off 

11:45 a.m. – Lunch

12:30 p.m. – Annual Meeting of the Congregation and Annual Meeting of the Corporation

The 150th Annual Meeting of the Congregation of First Presbyterian Church will be held in Knox Hall on Sunday, February 6, 2011, beginning with a light lunch at 11:45 a.m.  Free will offering.  Please make reservations for the meal by signing up in Calvin Hall starting Sunday, January 16, or contacting the church office at (402) 345-5383 or fpcomaha@fpcomaha.org. 

Reports will be received, officers elected, and a Nominating Committee chosen.  All members are encouraged to attend.  Nursery and small child care will be provided during the meeting. 

Copies of the Annual Report will be available Sunday, January 30, 2011.

Posted January 18, 2011, 3:10 pm | Comments Off 

Sunday, January 30, 2011, at 10:30 a.m. was our annual Kirkin’ O’ the Tartan Worship Service.  We celebrated the Scottish heritage of our Presbyterian Church with Scottish music, bagpipes, banners, a beadle, and Scottish attire.  Following the worship service was a Ceilidh, a Scottish “happening”.  This took place in Knox Hall and  included homemade shortbread and the Scottish Country Dancers.

All Scots were asked to bring a piece of their clan tartan to be blessed.  Whatever heritage, all are encouraged to wear something plaid all are welcome. It was  a fun time for all.

Posted January 17, 2011, 4:22 pm | Comments Off 

Happy New Year!

      Welcome to 2011!  As we look with fondness of the year that was 2010, we look forward to a new year, a new start for our lives.  This is the time that we make promises of things we will change, things we will being doing, or stop doing as we begin the next year.
     In my sermon of Loyalty Sunday, November 19, 2010, I challenged each person present to consider their own personal stewardship, which can be broken down into 5 areas.  Over the next year, how do you plan to give back to God of what He has given us:  Time, Talents, Treasures, our Body, and the Earth?
     Stewardship of Time: In the sight of God, who gives life to everything (1 Timothy 6:13) How will you give back to God of the time he gives us?  Each breath we take, each heartbeat, each minute we live is given by God, in what way can you give a portion of that back?
     Stewardship of Talents: For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb (Psalm 139: 13)  God gives each of us unique abilities, spiritual gifts, talents, and strengths.  How can you, being exactly who God made you to be, use those things that make you who you are, to serve God?
     Stewardship of Treasures: God gave us “riches and wealth and gives power to eat of it, to receive our heritage and rejoice in our labor – this is the gift of God  (Ecclesiastes 5:19) Everything we thing we possess is really God’s, on loan to us.  Scripture calls for us to give back to God a portion of these (a tithe), out of thankfulness and celebration.  What are you giving to God this year?
     Stewardship of our Body: Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God?  You are not your own; (1 Corinthians 6:19)What sort of shape is your temple in?  What can you do this year to make that temple clean and sparkling, unblemished and appropriate for the Holy to dwell within?
     Stewardship of Earth: To the LORD your God belong the heavens, even the highest heavens, the earth and everything in it. (Exodus 10:14).  How are we treating that which belongs to the Lord?  What can you do to reduce, reuse, and recycle the creation so that we can be good stewards of that which God has given us?
     In Him,
                                                Pastor Jon

Posted January 1, 2011, 12:01 am | Comments Off