First Church in Pembroke

  "Weekly Happenings" – March 19 – 25, 2023

Please join us for worship on

March 19, 2023, at 10:00 am

Sermon:

‘A Child-like Restoration’

By: Minister Miriam Theodore

 

Be Thoughtful, Silent, and Reverent for this the House of the Lord.

Before the Service, Speak to God:

During the Service, let God Speak to you,

After the Service, speak to one another kindly.

 

 

We are honored on this day to celebrate and share in the baptism of

Jameson Robert Sherman

 

Mark the days of Lent and the Journey to Easter

 

Easter Flowers:  First Church needs everyone’s help to decorate the sanctuary for the joyful occasion of Easter. The cost will be $15.00 each.

 

April 02 at 10:00 am – Palm Sunday

 

April 06 at 7:00 pm – Maundy Thursday Service of Lights and Darkness with Holy Communion with Minister Miriam Theodore. Together we remember events leading up to our Lord’s crucifixion. The Deacons are looking for readers. Do not hesitate to contact one of the Deacons if you would like to be one of the readers for Maundy Thursday.

 

April 07  – Good Friday Lunch – 12 2:00 pm – in Fellowship Hall; more information coming.

 

April 09  – Easter Sunday Service at 10:00 am – Celebrate Christ’s victory over death with your Church Family. After our Service, join us out front for FCIP Easter Egg Hunt.

 

Calling all First Church Bakers, Your help is needed!

The Event Committee needs your help. We are looking for bakers to supply us with baked goods to sell on 
April 15, 2023, the day of the Blood Drive.   The Event Committee would like to thank the members of
First Church, for your continued support. Last year s Bake Sales was a tremendous success for
First Church. Thanks to the generosity of all of you. We could not have done it without all of you!

 

Red Cross Blood Drive and Bake Sale April 15, 2023

First Church is supporting a blood drive on April 15, 2023, from 9:00 2:00 pm in honor of Joey Birolini & Billie Hickey. Both Joey and Billie were outstanding young men who positively impacted everyone; around them. Both young men were a huge part of the Pembroke Community. Please keep both families in your prayers.

 

 

MONTHLY MEETINGS FOR MARCH

 

CNK Staff:  will meet on  Monday, March 20, 2023, in Fellowship Hall at 2:30 pm. CNK  meets on the third Monday of each month.

Trustees:  will meet on Tuesday, March 21, 2023, in Fellowship Hall at 6:00 pm, followed by the Council meeting at 7:15 pm. Trustees and the Council meetings are on the third Tuesday of each month. These meetings are available via Zoom. Please visit  Firstchurchinpembroke.org for the Zoom link.

 

Missions: will meet on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at the church at 11:00 am. Missions meet on the fourth Tuesday of each month.

MONTHLY MEETING FOR APRIL

 

CNK Board:  CNK Board will meet on Tuesday, April 04, 2023, at 6:00 pm in Fellowship Hall.

 

Thrift Shop: will meet on Wednesday, April 12, 2023, at the Thrift Shop at noon. 

 

Deacons:  will meet on Sunday,  April 16, 2023, in Fellowship Hall after Service at 11:15 am. Deacons meet on the second Sunday of the month. This meeting is available via ZoomPlease visit  Firstchurchinpembroke.org for the Zoom link.

 

CNK Staff:  will meet on  Monday, April 24, 2023, in Fellowship Hall at 2:30 pm. CNK  meets on the third Monday of each month.

 

Missions: will meet on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at the church at 11:00 am. Missions meet on the fourth Tuesday of each month.

Trustees:  will meet on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, in Fellowship Hall at 6:00 pm, followed by the Council meeting at 7:15 pm. Trustees and the Council meetings are on the third Tuesday of each month. These meetings are available via Zoom. Please visit  Firstchurchinpembroke.org for the Zoom link.

 

On-going Monthly Information for First Church In Pembroke

 

Flowers for the Sanctuary:  The 2023 Flower Signup Sheet can be found outside the Deacons Closet.  Please call the office and leave a message if you are interested in ordering flowers for a Sunday Service. Flowers are a beautiful way to remember a loved one and celebrate a birthday, anniversary, or occasion.

 

Sunday Fellowship:  Thank you to all who either brought a food item or signed up to bring one in. Please remember that these items can be store-bought. Your generosity is appreciated. A signup sheet for this is in Fellowship Hall

 

First Church in Pembroke Steeple Lighting: If you would like to light the Steeple for any special occasion, you can contact Joellen Graham via the FCIP Facebook page. 

 

First Church Office Hours:  The office will be open on  March 21 – 23, 2023, from 8:00 am. to noon. Do not hesitate to contact the church office at 781-293-2584 and leave a message. Your call will be returned as soon as possible.

 

Thrift Shop Hours are Friday & Saturday from 11:00 – 3:00 pm. Spread the word about Pembroke’s hidden gem. Tell your family and friends. Why pay retail prices? New inventory arriving weekly. Many items are on sale. Don t miss out!

 

Please visit First Church in Pembroke’s Webpage: firstchurchinpembroke.orgor the Facebook page First Church in Pembroke for the most current information. Thank you to JoEllen Graham and Jay Hodge for keeping both sites current. Please do not forget that you can join any Zoom meeting by going to firstchurchinpembroke.orgfor step-by-step directions. Printed copies can be found in the office.

 

First Church in Pembroke 105 Center Street *Pembroke, MA 02359 *781-293-2584