Tuesday, June 20, 2023 | E-News | Vol. 5, Issue 12 | |
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“The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, gentleness
and self-control.” – Galatians 5:22 NRSV
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♦ Events ♦ Classes ♦ Worship ♦ Connect | |
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Seeking volunteers for Camp Sunshine
On Saturday, August 5; Camp Loughridge
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Sponsored by the Deacons, this is a day camp for children who are fighting cancer. The kids and their families enjoy crafts, boating, fishing, the giant swing and swimming. Volunteers are needed to help make this event a success and must be at least 14 years old. Click here to sign up. | |
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Seeking volunteers for special needs ministry
On Sunday mornings
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We are currently seeking members to work with our young people who need a little extra help. If you’re interested in serving at 9:30 a.m. or 11 a.m. once a month or more, please contact Jackson Seibert at the church. | |
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Powerhouse open house
Thursday, June 22, 6 p.m.; Powerhouse
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Fourth-grade students and their parents are invited to an open house including snacks, games, a tour, and general information about Pathfinders. Find information here. | |
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AGO Southwest Conference Recital
Friday, June 30, 7:30 p.m.; Sanctuary
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You are invited to a very special recital. The Tulsa Chapter of the American Guild of Organists (AGO) is hosting a five-day regional convention which is expected to draw nearly 200 attendees from all over the USA. First Church was chosen as the venue for the closing concert which will feature organists Ken Cowan (Rice University in Houston) and Bradley Hunter Welch (Dallas Symphony Organist), two brilliant performers with international credentials. The concert program includes Dmitri Shostakovich's Festive Overture, Op. 96; Frederick Swann's Trumpet Tune; Edward Elgar's Nimrod from Enigma Variations; and more. The concert is free. Link to the full program here. | |
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Summer Swim
Sundays, through Sept. 3, 1:30 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.; Camp Loughridge
Grill nights are July 16 and August 20 through 7 p.m.
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Join us for some fun in the sun with First Church friends and family. Facilities close at 5 p.m. For questions, contact the First Church Kids or connect to this link for more information. | |
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Worship 101 Summer Ring & Sing
Rehearsals are Sundays in July, 9:30 a.m.; K - 2 West Parlor & 3 - 4 Bell Room
Performance is Sunday, July 30, in the Sanctuary
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Kids in grades K-4 will learn to ring a hymn tune on hand bells and chimes, and will present it to the congregation in the Sanctuary on the last Sunday in July. For questions, contact Gretchen Bashforth at 918-301-1012. | |
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Spiritual Retreat
“God in creation”
Saturday, July 15, 9:00 a.m.; Camp Loughridge
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You are invited to a retreat for all ages. Adults and families will have two separate paths of retreat through the morning and gather for lunch. Families with children will engage in a guided prayer walk and then have prayer, learning and worship time shepherded by Pastor Julia in the Lodge. Adults without children will enjoy time in the Lodge immersing themselves in a selection of spiritual disciplines before stepping into solitude and silence on a self-guided prayer walk. Includes lunch. Register in advance online, $10 adults, children under 12 free. For more information, please contact Laura Stevens at the church. | |
Grouped by day, Sunday through Saturday | |
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Glimpses of Grace
Sundays, June 4 – 25, 9:30 a.m.; Sanctuary
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Please join us as members share their stories of how Jesus Christ has faithfully been at work in and through their lives. These first-hand accounts provide evidence of the Lord’s saving grace and abiding love. Our final speaker is Anna Milligan on June 25. Find videos of Glimpses of Grace presentations here. | |
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Precept Bible Study – Summer
Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m.; E100
No meeting Tuesday, July 4. Series ends Tuesday, July 18
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This is a non-homework workbook study entitled “Breaking free from fear.” Contact Laura Stevens for additional information. | |
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Pastor's Study with Dr. Jim Miller
Wednesdays at 11:30 a.m.; E104
Series ends Wednesday, June 28
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Dr. Jim Miller is teaching about significant essays by C.S. Lewis every Wednesday. An optional lunch at 11 a.m. is available. Pay in advance online or at the door. | |
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Faith & Film – an all-church summer Sunday School class
Sundays, July 2 – Sept. 3, 9:30 a.m.; Miller Library
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Explore how faith intersects culture on the silver screen. In July we will examine secular movies and search out Christian themes that emerge. In August, we will dive into Season 1 of “The Chosen” and review how scripture is messaged and depicted through this series. Pastors and lay teachers will lead our conversations. Find updated information on the website calendar. | |
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Regular weekly worship services
See all scheduled worship and classes on our event calendar.
Saturdays at 10:30 a.m.
TIF Prayer meeting in the Great Hall
Sundays at 8 a.m.
Traditional worship in the Chapel
Sundays at 8:30 a.m.
Contemporary worship in Stephenson Hall
Sundays at 11 a.m.
- Traditional worship in the Sanctuary.
- Contemporary worship in Stephenson Hall.
- TIF in the Great Hall.
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Watch worship from home
Sundays at 11 a.m. live or anytime thereafter
Traditional worship
TIF worship
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For pastoral needs, prayer requests, important family news or a change in contact information, please call 918-584-4701 or email Kathy Wilson. To directly request prayer by the Guild of Intercessors, call Paula Peterson at 918-296-5548 or text 918-688-2163. | |
Add your picture to Realm | |
It’s easy to upload your favorite photo of yourself to your profile by clicking on the picture box. If you haven’t logged on, please send a digital copy of that picture to Kathy Wilson and she can upload it to your profile for you. Want access to a Realm profile? Learn more online. | |
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Read Tidings magazine
Read the latest issue of Tidings magazine for summer here.
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