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Menucha Conversations

Next Sunday, May 2, there will not be a coffee hour, as there will be a Congregational Meeting by Zoom following worship to vote on the disposition of the Menucha Retreat and Conference Center property. The Session has called a Congregational meeting at 11:30 am on Sunday, May 2nd to ask the congregation to approve the disposition of the Menucha Retreat and Conference Center property, on terms acceptable to the Session of First Presbyterian Church, to the new Menucha Retreat and Conference Center Corporation, to facilitate the incorporation of Menucha as its own 501c3 [non-profit] corporation. Menucha – Covenant Agreement Menucha – ByLaws Menucha – Articles of Incorporation Menucha – Board Bios April Spire 2021 [...]

FPC Higher Education Award

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Eligible Applicants: high school seniors or those who are or have been tied to FPC and have been accepted into an accredited 2-yr, trade, license or certification program or full college but have not received this award in the past; not need-based award Download the application here: Word version: FPC College Grant Application 2021 – Word pdf version: FPC College Grant Application 2021 – pdf [...]

Regathering Plan Update

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Update to Regathering Plan Early in the pandemic, our Session (church governing board of Elders) appointed a re-opening task group to set criteria for when we could safely re-gather. They have set strict criteria of a 99% chance that those attending worship would not encounter a COVID-positive person. Given concerning statistics recently about the virus rising in Multnomah County, we regret the need to delay our re-opening until mid-May, to allow a safer re-gathering. The new proposed dates are: Church Office re-opening Tuesday-Thursday from May 4 Worship re-opening by reservation; masked and distanced for congregants from May 16 Please be in touch with any questions and thanks for your understanding and flexibility as we continue to monitor the virus season, and for your prayers for our eventual and long-awaited re-gathering! ************************************************************************************************************ Dear friends, During these days amid all the [...]

All are welcome!

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The Presbyterian Church (USA), of which First Presbyterian is a part, works to affirm the worth of all persons, including those in the LGBTQ community. The governing body of our church, the Session, affirms ours as a welcoming and affirming congregation. All are welcome to join in worship, fellowship, and service! [...]

Coronavirus Season Update

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Dear friends, During these days amid all the changes and challenges they are holding, First Presbyterian is continuing to connect with our congregation, church friends, and those exploring our website. While apart, we are still the church. With God and with each other, we are not alone. As this time of sheltering at home has continued, people are seeking things to sustain their soul. Hoping you’ll stream our Sunday worship services at 10:30 am, or look at the Virtual Vespers services, quiet times of reflecting on faith and spirit. You’ll also find here children’s sermons and creative resources for families at home with children. Many church groups are continuing to meet by Zoom, and there is a Zoom coffee hour after worship each Sunday. The Sunday Scripture study class is meeting by Zoom at 9 am on Sundays, as well [...]

Support the Northeast Emergency Food Bank

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In these challenging times, our neighbors who were already struggling economically are greatly impacted and those organizations that serve vulnerable populations are feeling the impact as well. Our mission partner, the Northeast Emergency Food Bank is looking for additional supplies and volunteers. Due to the pandemic, NEFP is serving an average of 400 to 600 families each day they are open! Volunteers are needed for a variety of tasks Mondays through Thursdays and on Saturdays. The Food Bank is located at 4800 NE 72nd Ave, Portland, OR 97218 [...]

Virtual Scripture Study

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Are you looking for an opportunity to explore the scriptures and connect with others? Join us on Mondays at 6 pm on Zoom for a Bible study for this unique season. To learn more, please contact Brenna. To join us, follow the link (https://zoom.us/j/97941419399), Meeting ID: 979 4141 9399. This is a recurring meeting, the above link can be used until further notice. [...]

Lectionary Adult Bible Study on Zoom

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Every Sunday morning, Dr. Will Deming leads an Adult Bible Study on the lectionary Scripture passages for that day’s worship, using the lectionary. This is a wonderful way to dive into the Scriptures before hearing them in the worship service. Join study class on Zoom on Sundays from 9 – 10 am via this link:(https://zoom.us/j/92285138816), the Zoom Meeting ID is 922-8513-8816. This is a recurring meeting, the above link can be used until further notice. [...]

Supporting Alder House!

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During this season that has put pressure on many, our church has been supporting our neighbors at Alder House. The church has been working with our mission partner, the Northeast Emergency Food Program to provide extra food and other essential items. To help, please email Pastor Brenna. [...]

Coronavirus Season Update

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Dear friends, During this uncertain time, First Presbyterian is offering new ways to connect with our church community. While apart, we are still the church. With God and with each other, we are not alone. Over the last month, as people have not been able to come to church, we have brought church to them. After a full month of being only an online church, we have learned how important it is in the midst of the pandemic to still be the church. Over these past weeks, our church attendance by streaming has been growing, in recent weeks with more than our usual attendance, and including friends and visitors near and far! This time of sheltering at home has unleashed for many a fierce longing to connect to one another and to our spiritual lives – to the Source of [...]

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Menucha Conversations

FPC Higher Education Award

Regathering Plan Update

All are welcome!

Coronavirus Season Update

Support the Northeast Emergency Food Bank

Virtual Scripture Study

Lectionary Adult Bible Study on Zoom

Supporting Alder House!

Coronavirus Season Update

Join Us for Streaming Sunday Services

Every Sunday at 10:30 am