First Church in Pembroke
Weekly Happenings
June
22 – 28, 2025
Please
join us for Sunday Worship Service
June 22, 2025, at 10:00 a.m.
Reverend Joy Matos
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.
This week s steeple lighting and flowers are in honor of Lois and Doc Roberts’ 70th Wedding Anniversary!
Happy Anniversary, Lois and Doc!
Wishing you many more to come!
FIRST CHURCH JULY MONTHLY MEETINGS:
Missions: will meet on Sunday, June 29, 2025, in Fellowship Hall after Sunday Service. Missions meet on the fourth Sunday of each month.
FIRST CHURCH AUGUST MONTHLY MEETINGS:
Deacons: will meet on Sunday, August 10, 2025, in Fellowship Hall after Sunday Service. Deacons meet on the second Sunday of each month.
Thrift Shop: will meet on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at the Thrift Shop at 1:00 pm.
The Trustees/Council: will meet at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, in Fellowship Hall. Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month.
Missions: will meet on Sunday, August 24, 2025, in Fellowship Hall after Sunday Service. Missions meet on the fourth Sunday of each month.
FIRST CHURCH SEPTEMBER MONTHLY MEETINGS:
Deacons: will meet on Sunday, September 14, 2025, in Fellowship Hall after Sunday Service. Deacons meet on the second Sunday of each month.
Thrift Shop: will meet on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at the Thrift Shop at 1:00 pm.
The Trustees/Council: will meet at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, in Fellowship Hall. Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month.
Missions: will meet on Sunday, September 28, 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 July 05, 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 June 23 – 25, 2025, from 8:00 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 the efforts of JoEllen Graham and Jay Hodge in 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 firstchurchpembroke@gmail.com
The First Church in Pembroke will not have Committee Meetings in July.