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New Bible Study – Sunday at 9am

Rev. Tom Taylor will lead a discussion of the narrative portions of the Old Testament (or Hebrew Bible).  You are invited to join in this Bible Study at 9:00 am between worship services each Sunday.  For more information contact the … Continue reading

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Yoga for Men & Women begins…

A new session begins Tues Sept 11 from 5:15 to 6:30 in the Chapel.  Janet Green teaches gentle relaxing yoga with lots of healthy stretching.  Everyone is welcome!  No experience required.  Floor mats are provided.  Suggested cost is $11/class; with … Continue reading

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Check the Calendar-New Church Year begins

September is here!  Committees will begin meeting again.  Please remember to check the Church Calendar (accessible from the home page) for up-to-date information.  And if you are setting a meeting date for a committee or other meeting, please confirm meeting … Continue reading

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Let The Music Sound Again!

Choir rehearsals begin this week!  Welcome back to returning members of our wonderful choirs. Please consider joining one of these groups for fellowship and service. There are opportunities for people at all levels and we welcome your participation. Austin Chimers … Continue reading

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Extending A Warm Welcome to All

It is a pleasure to be with you at First Church as we begin our ministry together. Thank you for helping me to find my way. After serving 13 years in my previous congregation, I had gotten to the point … Continue reading

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Sept 8 – Church Clean-Up Day

9am – 12 Help make the church sparkle!  We’ll be focusing on interior tasks… dusting, polishing furniture, cleaning light fixtures and windows, maybe a little painting and minor maintenance, sprucing up and generally getting ready for a busy new year.  … Continue reading

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Front Step Reconstruction Winds Down

Replacement of the old (and crumbling) stone steps in front of the Sanctuary is nearing completion!  Work will be wrapping up the week of July 30th right on schedule!  Project scope also included foundation waterproofing and sidewalk modifications.  Our mason … Continue reading

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Jazz Sunday Music Starts Early!

Praise God with toe-taping, hand-clapping Worship!  Onion River Jazz Band starts at 9:30.   Worship with Onion River and Church Choirs and Great Preaching begins at 10:00.  Ice Cream and Dancing on the lawn at 11:00.  Don’t miss this First Church … Continue reading

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May 27 is Marathon Sunday!!

Early birds avoid road blocks set up for the marathon!   Worship will be at 7 am on Marathon Sunday on the front lawn of the Sanctuary, instead of our usual 8 and 10 am worship services.  Expect a shorter version of … Continue reading

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Calling all members! 206th Annual Meeting & Dinner

Annual Meeting and Dinner on May 23.   This church has convened an Annual Meeting every year for 2o6 years!  Come celebrate this long tradition, our vibrant life together, and the excitement of our bright future!  Dinner at 6pm; meeting … Continue reading

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