On November 23, we welcomed five newcomers into church membership and one person who had his membership reactivated. You might not have been with us for the ritual of Reception. If that’s the case for you, then this article is … Continue reading →
Sunday, November 16, was the first edition of “Jesus Has Left the Building,” an outreach event which offered members and friends of First Church a chance to take part in experiences that underscore our purpose as people of God. Following … Continue reading →
The Peace and Justice Team is busy, busy setting up Jesus Has Left the Building projects. On November 16th worship will be very brief, so that we can be working together to bring the gospel to our community. Two projects … Continue reading →
SAGE Social and Growth Experiences, so named at our organizing gathering in 1976. We were five young couples who were searching for a broad focus for our group. We were too young to be members of EC’s (couples whom Rev. … Continue reading →
Treasurer Jenny Jones provided her report to the Executive Ministry August meeting. To read it, please click here (PDF document).
Continue reading →Palm Sunday of the Passion will be observed on Sunday, April 13, with a blessing of palms and shouts of “Hosanna!” followed by a reading of the Passion according to Luke (chapters 22-23). The Passion, a story which appears in … Continue reading →
Led by our very own Johari Hunt, this charitable blood drive will take place on the afternoon of Monday, April 7th. Donors must be age 17 or older, must weigh at least 110 pounds, and be in good health. You … Continue reading →
A Message from Pastor Dave Storytellers encouraged… In 2022, church staff began working with liturgists in designing the time of confession in our worship service (Ritual of Approach). The heart of this article is my invitation to you to volunteer, … Continue reading →
ABOUT WORSHIP DURING LENT “Controversies with the Christ” During the season of Lent, as we go the Lenten journey with Jesus, our series of scripture readings will direct our attention to ways in which our spiritual progress may be limited … Continue reading →
An AMAZING! St. Louis Black History Tour Saturday, April 5 Saturday, May 10, 9:45am – 2:00pm Father Gerry Kleba, Tour Director THIS EVENT WAS CANCELLED DUE TO SEVERE WEATHER, but it has been rescheduled! Father Gerry Kleba is a life-long … Continue reading →
