First Church in Pembroke Weekly Happenings

November 10 – 16, 2024

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We invite all to attend First Church in Pembroke for our

Sunday Worship Service, which is incredibly significant for our community.

Please join First Church in Pembroke, located at

105 Center Street, November 10, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. for our

Veterans Day Service

 

The Battle is the Lord

 

By: Pastor Joy Matos

 

Be Thoughtful, Be Silent,

Be Reverent, for this is 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.

 

FIRST CHURCH OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED IN OBSERVANCE OF VETERAN S DAY

 

Pastor Joy Matos will lead the book group again on November 11, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. We look forward to seeing you all there.

 

Please consider signing up to bring baked goods for our bake sale on  November 16, 2024. It is First Church in Pembroke s 4th Annual Blood Drive/Thanksgiving Bake Sale in Memory of Leland (Lee) Little. Calling all FCP members, your help is needed. Please sign up to donate any baked goods for our 4th annual bake sale. We are also looking for volunteers to help on November 16, 2024. Please sign up to volunteer. We need everyone s help!

 

On November 30, 2024, the Deacons eagerly await everyone to join them for the ‘Hanging of the Greens.’ This joyous event marks the beginning of the Christmas season when we come together to decorate the Narthex and Sanctuary. The Deacons also request that each family bring a Christmas Ornament to add to the festive tree in the Sanctuary.

 

During this Thanksgiving/Christmas season, we at First Church in Pembroke will be collecting canned goods, stuffing, cranberry sauce, gravy, etc., to donate to the Firehouse Pantry. Your generous contributions will make a significant impact on those in need. The deacons have placed a container in the Narthex for your convenience. Thank you in advance for your generosity.

 

Save the Date for First Church Pembroke s Christmas Potluck Luncheon

December 15, 2024

 

We encourage everyone to attend First Church s November Monthly Meetings. Your participation is important to us!

 

 

Deacons: will meet on Sunday, November 10, 2024, after Sunday Service in Fellowship Hall. Please visit  Firstchurchinpembroke.org for the Zoom link.

 

Thrift Shop: will meet on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at the Thrift Shop at 1:00 pm.

 

CNK Staff: will meet on Monday, November 18, 2024, in Fellowship Hall at 2:30 pm.

 

Trustees:  will meet on Tuesday, November 19, 2024,  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.

 

CNK Board: will meet on November 20, 2024, in Fellowship Hall at 6:30 pm.

 

Missions: will meet on Sunday, November 24, 2024, in Fellowship Hall after Sunday Service. Missions meet on the fourth Sunday of each month.

 

 

On-going Information for 2024

 

The First Church in Pembroke Community Pancake Breakfast is not just an event, but a cherished tradition that we uphold with pride. It is a time for our community to come together, share a meal, and strengthen our bonds. Held on the first Saturday of each month, the next one is on December 07, 2024,  from 8 10 a.m. in Fellowship Hall. Remember, Pancake Breakfast is a year-round celebration, a testament to our unity and togetherness. 

 

Flowers for the Sanctuary:  The 2024 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 Sunday Service. Flowers are a beautiful way to remember a loved one and celebrate a birthday, anniversary, or any other special event. The cost of the flowers is now $40.00.

 

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, such as a birthday, anniversary, or in memory of a loved one, you can contact JoEllen Graham via the FCIP Facebook page. This is a unique way to mark a special event and share it with the entire community. The Steeple Lighting is a symbolic act that signifies our unity and support for each other during significant life events. 

 

First Church Office Hours: The church office will be open November 12-14, 2024, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Do not hesitate to contact the church office at 781-293-2584 or email firstchurchpembroke@gmail.com. Francine will get back to you as soon as possible. Thank you. 

 

Thrift Shop Hours:  Friday and Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Spread the word about Pembroke s hidden gem. Tell your family and friends. NEW inventory arrives weekly.

 

Please visit First Church in Pembroke s Website, firstchurchinpembroke.org, or the Facebook page, First Church in Pembroke, for 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 visiting firstchurchinpembroke.org for step-by-step directions.

First Church in Pembroke

105 Center Street Pembroke, MA 02359

Church Office 781-293-2584

Firstchurchpembroke@gmail.com