First Church in Pembroke Weekly Happenings
May 3 – 9, 2026
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.
The Missions will have a table in Fellowship Hall on Sunday, May 3, and Sunday, May 10, 2026, in honor of Mother s Day and Blanket Sunday. The donation is $5.00. The funds collected will be used to purchase blankets to keep mothers and children cozy and warm during a disaster. All money raised will be donated to Church World Services. You will find envelopes in the pews. Thank you for your continued support. Marge, Judy, Gail, Mary & Lexi.
Please join Pastor Joy for the following Events at FCIP
Every Sunday morning at 9:50, for a time of prayer in the sanctuary before the service. Everyone is encouraged to come.
Alpha Adult Monday, May 4, 2026, at 6:30 pm in Fellowship Hall. Invite your family & friends. You still have time to sign up.
Prayer Meeting Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 6:30 pm – Everyone is welcome to join!
The Psalms on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 7:00 pm, will cover Devotional Days: April 29 May 5, 2026. Psalms will be hybrid, in person, and will also still be on Zoom. Please check the church calendar on the website for the link.
The Youth Alpha TBD.
Water Baptism Class: will meet on Sunday, May 24, 2026, in Fellowship Hall after Sunday Service. This class is open to anyone interested in learning more about water baptism — whether you would like to have an infant baptized, you have never been baptized before, or you were baptized as a child but would like to learn about adult baptism.
FIRST CHURCH MAY 2026 MONTHLY MEETINGS:
Thrift Shop: will meet on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at the Thrift Shop at 1:00 p.m. Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of the month.
Deacons: will meet on Sunday, May 17, 2026, in Fellowship Hall after Sunday Service. Meetings are held on the second Sunday of each month.
CNK Staff: will meet at 2:30 p.m. on Monday, May 18, 2026, in Fellowship Hall. Meetings are held on the third Monday of each month. The CNK Board will meet at 4:30 p.m.
Trustees/Council: will meet at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, in Fellowship Hall. Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month.
Missions: will meet on Sunday, May 24, 2026, in Fellowship Hall after Sunday Service. Meetings are held on the fourth Sunday of each month.
2026 ONGOING INFORMATION:
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 is scheduled for May 2, 2026, from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Remember, Pancake Breakfast is a year-round celebration, a testament to our unity and togetherness.
Flowers for the Sanctuary: The 2026 Flower Signup Sheet is now available and posted on the door of the Deacon Closet. You can also contact Francine to order flowers for Sunday Services. Flowers are a meaningful way to honor loved ones and celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, and other special events. The current price for flowers is $45.00.
Sunday Fellowship: Thank you to everyone who brought a food item or signed up to bring one. Store-bought items are also welcome. Your generosity is appreciated. A signup sheet for this is in Fellowship Hall.
Steeple Lighting: If you’d like to light the steeple or have the chimes played for a special occasion, such as a birthday, anniversary, or in memory of a loved one, don’t hesitate to get in touch with JoEllen Graham via the FCIP Facebook page. It’s a heartfelt way to celebrate or remember a special moment and share it with our community. The Steeple Lighting and playing of the Chimes beautifully symbolize our unity and support during meaningful life events. It’s a lovely way to share your happiness or comfort with the congregation.
First Church Office Hours: The church office will be open from May 4 – 7, 2026. 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.
First Church invites support for the Fire House Food Pantry this March. A donation box is in the foyer; every gift helps families in Pembroke and beyond. Thank you for your support it makes a difference.
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 /Church Office 781-293-2584/Firstchurchpembroke@gmail.com