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Communion Sunday Service Sunday 05/03/2026 10AM “The Peace That God Gives” by Pastor Joy Matos John 14:15-27 OOW

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 God: During the Service, let God Speak to you, After the Service, speak to one another kindly. The Missions will

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 all who knew and loved him. Howie bravely served his country with honor, completing two tours of duty in Vietnam. During

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 set up in Fellowship Hall this Sunday, May 3, & Sunday, May 10, 2026, to celebrate Mother s Day and Blanket

Pancake Saturday – Fill the Void – 05/02/2026

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 just an event; it is a cherished tradition we proudly uphold. It enables our community to come together, share a meal,

“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 God: During the Service, let God Speak to you, After the Service, speak to one another kindly. This week

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 in heart: for they shall see God. Matthew 5:8 This week s steeple lighting at The First Church in Pembroke, April

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 – 5:15 Installation of Reverend Joy Matos

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 young men whose influence positively affected everyone around them. They are sincerely missed. First Church in Pembroke 105

“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 Reverend Joy Matos Dinner will immediately follow We need everyone’s help making appetizers, desserts, serving, cleaning up during and after the

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 his whole heart. Long ago, Caleb was one of twelve men sent to look at a new land. Most of the

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 you, After the Service, speak to one another kindly. The altar flowers & steeple are a special tribute to the

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 12, 2018. Scott was a guiding light to his loving family, friends, and the congregation of the First Church of Pembroke.

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 June 27–30, 2026, in Springfield, Massachusetts! This year’s theme is “Hope and a Future”, inspired by Jeremiah 29:11 — a reminder

‘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 to tend to a corpse, only to find an empty space and a staggering mystery. When they rushed back to share

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 opportunity to rejoice in it together. Also, tomorrow, Monday, April 6th, at 6:30 p.m. we will kick off our spring session

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 victory over death. Please join Reverend Joy for the following Events at FCIP. Every Sunday morning at 9:50, for a time

Gail’s Children’s Moment – 04/05/2026

Maunday Thursday Service – 04/02/2026 7PM

First Church in PembrokeMaundy Thursday Service April 2, 2026With Pastor Joy Please join First Church in Pembroke onThursday, April 2, 2026, at 7:00 P.M.for a Service of Lights and DarknessTogether, we remember events leading up toour Lord’s crucifixion.

Good Friday Vigil – 04/03/2026 Noon – 2PM

Good Friday Holy Vigil Take a few minutes out of your busy day to stop by theFirst Church in Pembroke for a time of silent prayer and contemplation.The First Church Sanctuary will be open from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.April 3 2026 First Church in Pembroke105 Center StreetPembroke, MA 02359

Easter SundayTulips Given In Memory…

First Church in Pembroke Easter Sunday APRIL 5, 2026 THE EASTER TULIPS & LILIES BEAUTIFYING THE SANCTUARY ARE GIVEN TO THE GLORY OF GOD IN LOVING MEMORY AND HONOR OF LOVED ONES. In Memory of Kitty & Thomas Fee ~~ Kathi & Family In Loving Memory of Robert Graham – Judy, JoEllen, Rob, Nicholas &

“Christ Revealed” by Pastor Joy Matos – 03/29/2026

Palm Sunday Service March 29, 2026 10:00 AM “Christ Revealed” by Pastor Joy Matos Luke 19:28-38 Order Of Worship SUMMARY: Jesus went to the big city. He chose to ride on a young donkey instead of a tall war horse. This showed everyone he was a humble king. Many people were very happy to see

Weekly Happenings – Holy Week – 03/29/2026

The next day, the great crowd that had come for the festival heard that Jesus was on his way to Jerusalem. They took palm branches and went out to meet him, shouting, Hosanna! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord! Blessed is the king of Israel! First Church

“Correcting a Mistake” by Pastor Joy Matos – 03/22/2026

Sunday Service March 22, 2026 10:00 AM “Correcting a Mistake” by Pastor Joy Matos Joshua 9:1-15 Order Of Worship SUMMARY: Life is full of mistakes. Sometimes we forget an appointment, but other times we make big choices without asking God what He thinks. This sermon shows us a common pattern: when things are going well,

Altar Flowers – Mr. & Mrs McLellan

The altar flowers at First Church in Pembroke today are a special tribute to my parents. Forever in my heart,Don

Weekly Happenings – 03/22/2026

First Church in Pembroke Weekly Happenings March 22 – 28, 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. Please join Pastor

Still Time To Order Easter Tulips!

Let’s come together to beautify First Church for Easter! We’re thrilled to announce that FCIP will buy beautiful tulips from the Candy Jar this year, priced at $10.00 each. We will also have a limited quantity of White Lilies for sale at $15.00 each. Your support and involvement are greatly valued in making our celebration

New Scantuary Carpet! – 04/12/2026

“Our Way” by Pastor Joy Matos – 03/15/2026

Sunday Service March 15, 2026 10:00 AM “Our Way” by Pastor Joy Matos Joshua 7:1-5 Order Of Worship SUMMARY: In this Sermon, Pastor Joy describes the shift from the miraculous collapse of Jericho’s walls to the humiliating defeat at the small city of Ai. This serves as a stark case study in the dangers of

Altar Flowers in Memory of Marsha Dinneen

The altar flowers at First Church in Pembroke today are a special tribute to the memory of Marsha Dinneen Forever in my heart, John

Weekly Happenings – 03/15/2026

First Church in Pembroke Weekly Happenings March 15 – 21, 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 Council invites you to join us this

“God’s Way” by Pastor Joy Matos – 03/08/2026

5“It shall be that when they make a long blast with the ram’s horn, and when you hear the sound of the trumpet, all the people shall shout with a great shout; and the wall of the city will fall down flat, and the people will go up every man straight ahead.”

Weekly Happenings – 03/08/2026

First Church in Pembroke Weekly Happenings March 8 -14, 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. Please join Pastor Joy for

Altar Flowers: In Memory of William Means

The Altar Flowers for this Sunday’s Service at First Church in Pembroke are dedicated to the memory of William Means by his loving son Rodger Happy Heavenly Birthday, Dad! Rodger

Spring Forward – Don’t Miss Church!

Bedtime on Saturday March 7, 2026, remember to set your clocks forward by one hour! Enjoy the xtra sunlight and embrace the new season.

Remembering: Paul Burke

Paul Burke was a dedicated resident of Pembroke for sixty years who combined a distinguished military background as a Special Intelligence Marine with a career in defense manufacturing, where he contributed to the development of vital technologies like the Patriot Missile System and night vision equipment. His meticulous nature extended to his work as a

Easter Tulips for the Sanctuary

EASTER TULIPS First Church needs everyone’s help to decorate the sanctuary for the joyful occasion of Easter. FCIP will be ordering Tulips this year from the Candy Jar. The cost will be $15.00 each. These flowers can be given for any reason: a celebration of life, a Birthday, an anniversary, a memory/honor

Pastor’s Post – 02/22/2026

Dear Church Family and Friends, February 22, 2026 Greetings on this wintry day. I pray you are well and are staying warm. It s been a rough winter, but there s light at the end of the tunnel literally. The days are getting longer and in the next couple of weeks (March 8), we will

Pancake Breakfast – 03/07/2026

“Following the Lord” by Pastor Joy Matos – 03/01/2026

Now the Jordan is at flood stage all during harvest. Yet as soon as the priests who carried the ark reached the Jordan and their feet touched the water’s edge

Weekly Happenings – 03/01/2025

The first full week on Lent.

“Faith with Deeds Rewarded” by Pastor Joy Matos – 02/22/2026

But she had brought them up to the roof and hidden them in the stalks of flax which she had laid in order on the roof.

Ash Wednesday Servive – 02/18/2026 – 7PM

Ash Wednesday Message by Pastor Joy Matos – 02/18/2026 List of Scripture and songs SUMMARY: The Lenten season, as presented in this service, is more than a period of abstinence; it is a transformative opportunity to open our hearts as “willing vessels” for divine grace, ensuring we are prepared to meet God not with fear,

Weekly Happenings – 02/15/2026

First Church in Pembroke Weekly Happenings February 15 – 21, 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. Please join Pastor Joy

“Be Strong and Courageous” by Pastor Joy Matos – 02/15/2026

02/15/2026 10:00 AM “Be Strong and Courageous” by Pastor Joy Matos Order Of Worship Joshua 1:6-9 SUMMARY: Following God isn’t about a boring list of rules or a “force of habit” like brushing your teeth; it’s an exciting journey where you are part of a high-stakes mission. In the Bible, people like Joshua and the