First Church in Pembroke
Weekly Happenings
May 18 – 24, 2025
Please
join for Sunday Worship Service
May 18, 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.
Once again the Mission Committee will be setting up their Military Basket in Fellowship Hall for your donations over the next few weeks. Memorial Day is Monday, May 26th. The Parade will end here at First Church, at which time the Missions Committee will present our basket and a monetary gift from First Church. CNK children will make cards that will be given to the Pembroke Military Support Group. We would like to send God s blessing from First Church in Pembroke and CNK with the following items.
Items that are needed to fill our Military Basket
Lip Balm (please, in a container, no stick) is hard to manage if in stick form.
Hand Lotion for dry skin and Baby Wipes
Sunscreen
Hand and Foot Warmers
Unopened boxed greeting cards
Playing cards
Small Puzzles
Crossword Puzzle Books
Word Search Books
Small Handheld Games
Photos of Pembroke s favorite historical sights
Gum Packages and Wrapped Hard Candies
Thank you so much for your compassion and kindness The Missions Committee
Psalm 33:20-22 Our soul waits for the Lord; He is our help and our shield. For our heart is glad in Him because we trust in His holy name. Let your steadfast love, O Lord, be upon us, even as we hope in You,
First Church May Monthly Meetings: We encourage you to join us!
The Trustees/Council: will meet at 6:30 on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, in Fellowship Hall. The Trustees /Council meetings are on the third Tuesday of the month.
First Church June Monthly Meetings:
Deacons: will meet on Sunday, June 8, 2025, in Fellowship Hall after Sunday Service. Deacons meet on the second Sunday of each month.
Thrift Shop: will meet on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at the Thrift Shop at 1:00 pm.
The Trustees/Council: will meet at 6:30 on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, in Fellowship Hall. The Trustees /Council meetings are on the third Tuesday of the month.
Missions: will meet on Sunday, June 22, 2025, in Fellowship Hall after Sunday Service. Missions meet 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 June 07, 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 can be found 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. 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 & 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 May 19 22, 2025 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Please do not hesitate to contact the church office at 781-293-2584 or email [email protected]. Francine will get back to you as soon 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 Friday 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. Thank you to JoEllen Graham and Jay Hodge for maintaining both sites. Remember, you can attend any Zoom meeting by visiting firstchurchinpembroke.org for step-by-step instructions. Thank you!
First Church in Pembroke – 105 Center Street – Pembroke, MA 02359
781-293-2584 [email protected]