-First Church in Pembroke
Weekly Happenings
August 3 – 9, 2025
Please
join us on August 3, 2025, for our Communion Sunday Worship
A House of Prayer for All Nations by: Pastor Joy Matos
August 3, 2025, at 10:00 a.m.
Be thoughtful, be silent, and be reverent for this 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.
Join us tomorrow, August 03, 2025, at First Church in Pembroke for a heartfelt welcome to Reverend Joy Matos! You’re more than welcome to bring along your family and friends everyone’s invited to be a part of this special occasion! Please join us in Fellowship Hall after service as we celebrate Pastor Joy’s arrival with Ice Cream Sundays.
FIRST CHURCH AUGUST MONTHLY MEETINGS:
Deacons: will meet on Sunday, August 10, 2025, in Fellowship Hall after Sunday Service. Meetings are held on the second Sunday of each month.
Thrift Shop: will meet on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at 1:00 pm. at the Thrift Shop. Meetings are held on the Wednesday of each month.
Missions: will meet on Sunday, August 24, 2025, in Fellowship Hall after Sunday Service. Meetings are held on the fourth Sunday of each month.
The Trustees/Council will not meet in August but will meet on September 9, 2025.
FIRST CHURCH SEPTEMBER MONTHLY MEETINGS:
Deacons: will meet on Sunday, September 7, 2025, in Fellowship Hall after Sunday Service. Meetings are held on the second Sunday of each month.
The Trustees/Council: will meet at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, in Fellowship Hall. Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month.
Thrift Shop: will meet on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at the Thrift Shop at 1:00 pm. Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of the month.
CNK Staff: will meet on September 15, 2025, at 2:30 p.m. in Fellowship Hall. Meetings are held on the third Monday of each month.
Missions: will meet on Sunday, September 28, 2025, in Fellowship Hall after Sunday Service. Meetings are held on the fourth Sunday of each month.
The First Church in Pembroke Community Pancake Breakfast is not just an event but a cherished tradition we proudly uphold. It is a time for our community to unite, share a meal, and strengthen our bonds. Held on the first Saturday of each month, the next one is scheduled for August 02, 2025, from 8:00 10:00 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 2025 Flower Signup Sheet is available outside the Deacons’ Closet. Please don’t hesitate to contact Francine if you want to order flowers for the Sunday Service. Flowers are a beautiful way to remember a loved one and celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, or any other special occasion. The cost of the flowers is now $45.00.
Sunday Fellowship: Thank you to all who either brought a food item or signed up to bring one in. Store-bought items are also welcome. Your generosity is appreciated. A signup sheet for this is in Fellowship Hall.
First Church in Pembroke Steeple Lighting & Playing of the Chimes: If you would like to light the Steeple or play the Chimes 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 and playing of the Chimes symbolize our unity and support for each other during significant life events. It is a beautiful way to share your joy or sorrow with the congregation.
First Church Office Hours: The church office will be open from August 5 & 7, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Please feel free to contact the church office at 781-293-2584 or email firstchurchpembroke@gmail.com. Francine will respond as promptly as possible. Thank you.
Thrift Shop Hours: Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Help spread the word about Pembroke s hidden gem! The First Church in Pembroke s Thrift Shop will be closed on Fridays until further notice.
Please visit First Church in Pembroke’s website at firstchurchinpembroke.org or check out our Facebook page, "First Church in Pembroke," for the latest updates. We appreciate JoEllen Graham and Jay Hodge for maintaining both sites. For step-by-step instructions on attending any Zoom meeting, visit firstchurchinpembroke.org. Thank you!
First Church in Pembroke
105 Center Street
Pembroke, MA 02359
781-293-2584