THRIFT SHOP HOURS Friday & Saturday 11AM – 3PM

Regular Hours are Friday and Saturday 11 AM to 3 PM. Call 1-781-831-6825 or 781-294-7625

Every Wednesday Open Zoom Meeting

First Church is hosting a “Fellowship Hour” every Wednesday at 7:00 PM.

“A FATHER’S SIMPLE FAITH” – FATHER’S DAY SUNDAY – 06/20/21

"God would never turn away Anthony"

WE ARE NOW AN NACCC CHURCH

“When we come together we bring something into the world that God intends, and that God intended for us.”

FATHER’S DAY – 06/20/21 – TOOL SUNDAY

A gift has been given in your honor to support Church World Service Tools. Thank you for being a partner in the heavy lifting.

“SLEEPING THROUGH THE STORM” – SUNDAY – 06/13/21

“SLEEPING THROUGH THE STORM” by Rev. Terry Martinson

“WE ARE FAMILY” – COMMUNION SUNDAY – 06/06/21

Then he looked at those seated in a circle around him and said, “Here are my mother and my brothers!” Mark 3:20-21, 34

JUNE NEWSLETTER

June Newsletter – 2021

Parsonage Garage clean-out

The Palmer boys: Nick, Zach & Bradley cleaned-out the garage floor ahead of demolition to replace the cracked and uneven old concrete floor. Thank you

“SABBATH” – TRINITY SUNDAY – 05/30/21

We come together seeking renewal of the vows made at our baptism.

PANCAKES ARE BACK! – 06/05/21

A combination of pancakes, sausage, and choice of beverage - all for only $5. Service only from 8am-10am

We Support Veterans – 05/31/2021

Our well wishes, blessings and thanks go out to all veterans on this Memorial Day

Firehouse Pantry Thanks First Church

“PENTECOST” – SUNDAY – 05/23/21

May your glory be proclaimed in all we give and all we do when we are together and when we scatter to do your will in other places

“THE LAST LECTURE” – SUNDAY – 05/16/21

If you knew for certain that death was just around the corner would you pray? If so, for what? For who? Potential answers in todays Sermon by Reverend Terry Martinson.

Mother’s Day With Gift TO CWS – 05/09/21

First Church in Pembroke is proud to be a sponsoring CWS Blanket congregation

“Endurance and the Trails of Faith” – SUNDAY – 05/09/21

Sermon – “Endurance and the Trails of Faith” by Rev. Fred Meade Meditation Prayer Creator of friendships, whose love lifts us from mindless servitude to caring community, we thank you for the guidance of...

“I Am The Vine” – SUNDAY – 05/02/21

Through the power of your Holy Spirit, weed out the things in our lives which choke out your Word.

“THE GOOD SHEEPDOG” – SUNDAY – 04/25/21

Loving God, show us the depths of your grace in these precious moments and in your Holy Word

“THE OPPOSIT OF PATIENCE” – SUNDAY – 04/18/21

“Nothing in life will ever prevent me from loving you”

“AFTER THE EASTER CHOCOLATE IS GONE” – SUNDAY – 04/11/21

May our thoughts center on the message that light has come to chase away the shadows

DONATE BLOOD AT FIRST CHURCH – 04/10/21 – IN MEMORY OF LELAND J. LITTLE

Celebrate life and make a difference by giving blood.

Accolades for Amanda Little – 04/05/21

Field Rookie award for First Church member.

EASTER SUNDAY SERVICE – 04/04/21

As we all head out on our separate ways, don’t forget to step outside, look up to the heavens, and give God thanks for the many blessings in which we all are surrounded….

Esther M. Jensen

First Church has been informed of the passing of Esther Jensen. Little information is currently known except for what is available on the Shepherd Funeral Home sight

Pastor Leaves Church – 04/02/21

"My final day will be the last date of my current contract which is Easter Sunday"

MAUNDY THURSDAY – 04/01/21

It is Lent and tonight, O Gracious God, we gather to revisit a most important moment, the story of the Last Supper, in which Your Son Jesus, and His Disciples, shared a meal...

SEARCH – 04/2021

We also took this opportunity to view the parsonage with the Candidate and his wife. His children were not present.

PALM SUNDAY SERVICE – 03/28/21 – “…that you of all people would understand the way to Peace…”

Welcome to First Church. Today is the 6th Sunday in the journey of Lent, better known as Palm Sunday or Passion Sunday, and the marks the beginning of Holy Week.

Sunday Service – “…I WILL STUDY, REFLECT, DELIGHT IN, AND NOT FORGET…” – 03/21/21

Prelude Welcome & Opening Prayer Welcome to First Church. Today is the 5th Sunday in the journey of Lent and next Sunday (Palm/Passion Sunday) we will begin Holy Week, during which we...

The journey of a pint of life saving blood begins with you.

Thank you for hosting a blood drive. Your willingness to open your doors and recruit blood donors is vital

SUNDAY – “…for God so loved YOU…!”- 03/14/21

Welcome & Opening Prayer Prelude The King of Love My Shepherd Is Welcome & Opening Prayer O Gracious God, this week has been full of challenges, however equally full of opportunities to strengthen...

COMMUNION SUNDAY – “HE DIED…HE ROSE…THEN THEY BELIEVED” – 03/07/21

Prelude Welcome & Opening Prayer Good morning and once again, welcome to First Church. Today is the 3rd Sunday in the journey of Lent and we are about 3 weeks from the...

THRIFT SHOP GRAND REOPENING!

We have decluttered, cleaned, sanitized and put into place all CDC recommendations for a safe opening. Masks and hand sanitizing are mandatory. CASH SALES ONLY DONATIONS: The Thrift Shop Committee thanks you for your...

March – Newsletter – 03/01/2021

Pastor’s Page Greetings to all! Another month has passed and we are now into the Season of Lent! We pray you have been tuning in to the virtual services – starting with the Ash...

SEARCH 03/2021

Please remember if you have any questions or concerns about the current process, contact Francine

SUNDAY SERVICE – “WHAT GOOD IS IT TO GAIN THE WORLD AND LOSE YOUR SOUL?” – 02//28/21

BULLETIN FIRST CHURCH in PEMBROKE Sunday, February 28, 2021 ORDER OF WORSHIP – The Second Sunday in Lent Prelude Be Thou My Vision Welcome & Opening Prayer Gracious God, thank You for yet another...

“THE TIME HAS COME…” – SUNDAY SERVICE – 02/21/21

FIRST CHURCH in PEMBROKE Sunday, February 21, 2021 ORDER OF WORSHIP – The First Sunday in Lent ...

ASH WEDNESDAY – “… GATHER TO BE RECONCILED WITH GOD AND ONE ANOTHER” – 02/15/21

“Create in me a clean heart, O God, and put a new and right spirit within me.” Ps. 51: 10 Prelude – Give Me a Clean Heart “Create in me a clean heart, O...

SEARCH – 02/2021 – Annual Report

Since joining the NACCC, First Church has received six profiles and has subsequently interviewed four potential candidates

ASHES for ASH WEDNESDAY

Ashes for Ash Wednesday are available in the mail box located outside Fellowship Hall Why is Ash Wednesday celebrated? How can I participate at home? Despite our isolation during this time of pandemic, you...

“THIS IS MY DEARLY LOVED SON…LISTEN TO HIM” – Sunday service – 02/14/21

Judy Graham Thank you – Service this morning “spot on” – a time to reflect on our communication skills- FIRST CHURCH in PEMBROKE Sunday, February 14, 2021 ORDER OF WORSHIP – Transfiguration Sunday Prelude...

Communion Sunday – “JUST A THOUGHT…” – 02/07/21

" We gather as Your church, with optimism and expectations, eagerly looking to be refreshed by Your Words and restored by Your Touch. "

“LET US RUN AND NOT GROW WEARY…” – SUNDAY SERVICE – 01/31/21

“THE GOOD NEWS…REPENT AND BELIEVE!”

“The Good News…Repent And Believe!” – Sunday Service – 01/24/21

DON’T LET DOWN YOUR GUARD

Letting Down Your COVID Guard could Let Down Your Health! Selective updates from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health Massachusetts Travel Order: Quarantining, testing and tracing. All individuals arriving in Massachusetts, including Massachusetts residents...

“SO, WE ARE BAPTIZED… NOW WHAT ?” – SUNDAY SERVICE – 01/17/21

So, this morning Heavenly Father, be with us and grant us the power of Your Peace.

01/15/21 – PASTOR RECEIVES (BELATED) CHRISTMAS GIFT

Pastor Receives Belated Christmas Gift Generous donations at First Church allowed the purchase of a new laptop for Pastor Matt Jackson. The presentation today (01/15/2021) of the laptop was delayed due to supply and...

“…WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE BAPTIZED?” – 01/10/21

“…What Does It Mean To Be Baptized?” by Pastor Matt Jackson FIRST CHURCH in PEMBROKE Sunday, January 10, 2021 ORDER OF WORSHIP – 1st Sunday after Epiphany Prelude He is Lord with When...

01/04/21 – FROM THE DESK OF……

“From the desk of…” Rev. Dr. Matthew E. Jackson, January 4, 2021 Well, Greetings to all in this new year of 2021! Even though it was a “Covid-19- challenged” holiday season, we are trusting...