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Sunday Service 07/26/2026 10AM “Stephen: Full of the Spirit“ by Pastor Joy Matos Acts : 1-10 OOW

Benito John Natale (1931–2026)

Funeral Service: Benito John Natale (1931–2026) was a devoted family man, skilled craftsman, and dedicated professional whose life was defined by hard work, creative passions, and generous service to his community. Born in Glens...

Weekly Happenings – 07/26/2026

Join us for First Church in Pembroke Sunday’s Worship Service July 26, 2026 “Weekly Happenings” July 26 – August 1, 2026 Be thoughtful, be silent, and be reverent...

“We must obey God rather than men” By Pastor Joy Matos – 07/19/2026

Sunday Service 07/19/2026 10AM “We must obey God rather than men“ by Pastor Joy Matos Acts 5:12-20 OOW SUMMARY: In this sermon, Pastor Joy tells a story from the book of Acts about the...

Weekly Happenings – 07/19/2026

Join us for First Church in Pembroke Sunday s Worship Service July 19, 2026 Weekly Happenings July 19 – 25, 2026 Be thoughtful, be silent, and be reverent for this house...

“Church Life…the Early Days” by Joy Matos – 07/12/2026

Sunday Service 07/12/2026 10AM “Church Life…the Early Days” by Pastor Joy Matos Acts4:32-37 OOW SUMMARY: This sermon looks at how the first followers of Jesus lived together. It begins with a sad story about...

Weekly Happenings – 07/12/2026

Join us for First Church in Pembroke Sunday s Worship Service July 12, 2026 Weekly Happenings July 12 – 18, 2026 Be thoughtful, be silent, and be reverent for this house...

“Citizens of God’s Kingdom” by Joy Matos – 07/05/2026

Welcome to our Communion Sunday Service July 5, 2026, 10:00 A.M. “Citizens of God’s Kingdom” By: Pastor Joy Matos Ephesians 2:11-13, 18-22 SUMMARY: God helped start our country 250 years ago. We are thankful...

Pancake Saturday – Fill the Void – 07/04/2026

Join us Saturday! For First Church in Pembroke’s Community Pancake Breakfast The Best Pancakes on the South Shore! 8:00 – 10:00 am The First Church in Pembroke Community Pancake Breakfast is not...

“Lessons from the Healing of a Crippled Beggar” by Reverend Joy Matos – 06/28/2026

Sunday Service 06/28/2026 10AM “Lessons from the Healingof a Crippled Beggar” “ by Reverend Joy Matos Acts 3:1-10 OOW

Weekly Happenings – 06/28/2026

Join us for First Church in Pembroke Sunday Service Weekly Happenings June 28 July 4, 2026 Happy 4thof July Be thoughtful, be silent, and be reverent for this house of the...

Altar Flowers – Alice Bronzetti Nelson

Alice Bronzetti Nelson Today s flowers on the altar are placed in memory of Carol Nelson s mother today I am remembering my mother, Alice Bronzetti Nelson. She was a...

“A Story of Two Sons and their Father” By: Reverend Joy Matos – 06/21/2026

Father’s Day Sunday 06/21/2026 “A Story of Two Sons and their Father” By: Reverend Joy Matos

Weekly Happenings – 06/21/2026

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, June 22, 2026, at 6:30 pm in Fellowship Hall. Prayer...

TOOL SUNDAY “HARVEST OF HOPE”

TOOL SUNDAY “HARVEST OF HOPE” The Mission Committee is excited to set up a table in Fellowship Hall on Sunday, June 21, 2026, in celebration of Father’s Day/Tool Sunday. We will place envelopes and...

“Jesus Loves the Little Children” by Pastor Joy Matos – 06/14/2026

Children’s Sunday 06/14/2026 10AM “Jesus Loves the Little Children“ by Pastor Joy Matos Mark 10: 13-16 OOW

‘Praising God in the Midst of the Storm’ by Pastor Joy Matos – 06/07/2026

Communion Sunday 06/07/2026 10AM “Praising God in theMidst of the Storm” ” by Pastor Joy Matos Job 1:13-22 OOW SUMMARY: Pastor Joy talked about a man named Job who went through very hard times....

“Accepting All Things With Joy” by Pastor Merrily Harris – 05/31/2026

05/31/2026 10AM “Accepting All Things With Joy” by Pastor Merrily Harris Luke 1:39-57 NIV OOW SUMMARY: Mary trusted God when she found out she was pregnant. This was a very hard and scary change...

20260531 Weekly Happenings

First Church in Pembroke Weekly Happenings May 31 June 6, 2026 Be thoughtful, be silent, and be reverent for this house of the Lord. Before the Service, Speak to God: During the Service, let...

Steeple Light in memory of Miranda Owen – 05/30/2026

First Church Steeple will be lit May 30 – June 5, 2026,in memory of Miranda OwenAlways in our hearts love you MirandaXOXOXO – Rachel

“The Work of the Holy Spirit” by Rev. Joy Matos – 05/24/2026

Pentecost Sunday Service 05/24/2026 10AM “The Work of the Holy Spirit” by Rev. Joy Matos John 65: 5-15 OOW

Weekly Happenings – 05/24/2026

First Church Pembroke Established in 1712 Be Thoughtful, Be Silent, Be Reverent for this, the House of the Lord. Before the Service, Speak to God: During the Service, let God speak...

2026 First Church Military Basket

2026 First Church in Pembroke Military Basket for Pembroke Military Support Group Missions will be setting up their Military Basket in Fellowship Hall for your donations over the next few weeks. Memorial Day...

“How to Experience Overflowing Joy” by Rev. Joy Matos – 05/17/2026

Sunday 05/17/2026 10AM “How to Experience Overflowing Joy” by Rev. Joy Matos John 15:1-11 OOW

Weekly Happenings – 05/17/2026

First Church Pembroke was Established in 1712 Be Thoughtful, Be Silent, Be Reverent for this, the House of the Lord. Before the Service, Speak to God: During the Service, let God speak...

“Take Time for Joy” by Pastor Joy Matos – 05/10/2026

Sunday 05/10/2026 10AM “Take Time for Joy” by Pastor Joy Matos Luke 10: 38-42 OOW Summary:Time with God relieves heavy burdens. Choosing spiritual presence replaces exhaustion with joy. This “one thing” changes how you...

Weekly Happenings – 05/10/2026

First Church in Pembroke Weekly Happenings May 10 – 16, 2026 Be thoughtful, be silent, and be reverent for this house of the Lord. Before the Service, Speak to God: During...

Snug Harbor Community Chorus – May 9th & 10th

Church Wolrd Mother Day Cards and Blanket

Mother s Day & Blanket Sunday, May 03 & 10, 2026 Her children arise up, and call her blessed . . . Proverbs 31:28 The Missions Committee will have a table...

“The Peace That God Gives” by Pastor Joy Matos – 05/03/2026

Communion Sunday Service Sunday 05/03/2026 10AM “The Peace That God Gives” by Pastor Joy Matos John 14:15-27 OOW SUMMARY: At its heart, the message of Pastor Joy Matos is a call to move beyond...

Weekly Happenings – 05/03/2026

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...

Rembering: Howard A. Nelson Jr. – May 3rd

In Loving Memory of Howard Howie A. Nelson Jr. May 3, 1946 October 22, 1988 Today we remember and honor Howard Howie A. Nelson Jr. on his birthday a day that remains deeply meaningful to...

“As For You…” by Pastor Joy Matos – 04/26/2026

Sunday Service – 04/26/2026 10AM “As For You…” by Pastor Joy Matos Joshua 23:1-8 OOW

Weekly Happenings – 04/26/2026

First Church in Pembroke Weekly Happenings April 26 May 2, 2026 Be Thoughtful, Be Silent, Be Reverent, for this is the House of the Lord. Before the Service, Speak to...

Paul Burke Memorial Service & Cotillion – 04/25/2026

Celebration of Life – Paul Richard Burke – 04/25/2026

Memorial Service to Celebrate the Life of Paul Richard Burke April 25, 2026 11:00 AM First Church in Pembroke 105 Center Street Pembroke, MA 02359 Blessed are the pure...

The Installation Service of Reverend Joy Matos – 04/19/2026

Sunday, April 19, 2026 The Installation Service of Reverend Joy Matos 10:00 AM Worship Service by Minister David Greene 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Vicinage Council 3:30 pm Break with Light refreshments 4:00...

20260419 Weekly Happenings – 04/19/2026

Church Steeple Light – Birolini & Hickey

Joey Birolini & Billy Hickey The First Church steeple will be lit from April 17 to April 24, 2026, in memory of Joey Birolini and Billy Hickey. They were remarkable...

“Why does God allow bad things to happen to good people?” by Minister David Greene – 04/19/2026

“Why does God allow bad things to happen to good people?” by Minister David Greene Psalm 103 OOW

Installation of Reverend Joy Matos – 04/19/2026

Please join your Church Family on April 19, 2026, For the Installation of Reverend Joy Matos 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Vicinage Council 3:30 pm Break with Light refreshments 4:00 – 5:15 Installation of...

ALPHA – An Open-Minded Conversation – 04/06/2026 6:30 PM

A series of group conversations that explore the basics of the Christian faith. Everyone is welcome, regardless of your background or beliefs.

“Faith Like Caleb’s” by Pastor Joy Matos – 04/12/2026

Sunday Worship Service April 12, 2026 – 10:00 AM “Faith Like Caleb’s” by Pastor Joy Matos Joshua 14:6-14 OOW SUMMARY: This sermon tells the story of a man named Caleb who trusted God with...

Weekly Happenings – 04/12/2026

First Church Pembroke was Established in 1712 Be Thoughtful, Be Silent, Be Reverent for this, the House of the Lord. Before the Service, Speak to God: During the Service, let God speak to...

Remembering: Scott Healey

Flowers on the altar and the steeple at First Church will be lit from April 09 – 16, 2026, in memory and honor of Scott Healey, who passed away 8 years ago on April...

2026 Annual Meeting and Conference of the NACCC

Attend the 2026 Annual Meeting and Conference of the NACCC! The NACCC is delighted to invite you to the 72nd Annual Meeting and Conference of the National Association of Congregational Christian Churches, taking place...

‘GOD’S RESURRECTION POWER’ by Pastor Joy Matos – 04/05/2026

EASTER SUNDAY COMMUNION SERVICE 10:00 AM “GOD’S RESURRECTION POWER” by Pastor Joy Matos Luke 24: 1-12 OOW SUMMARY: On the first day of the week, a group of women arrived at a tomb expecting...

Pastor Letter – 04/05/2026

April 5, 2026 Dear Church Family and Friends, Happy Easter! I hope you will be able to join us this morning for our Resurrection Sunday celebration service. Jesus is alive! And we have an...

Weekly Happenings – 04/0502026

First Church in Pembroke “Easter Happenings” April 5 – 11, 2026 Please join Reverend Joy for worship With your church family on Easter Sunday, April 05, 2026, at 10:00 AM Easter celebrates Christ’s...

Gail’s Children’s Moment – 04/05/2026