2022

“We had to celebrate this happy day. For your brother was dead and has come back to life! He was lost, but now he is found!” Lk. 15:32

Weekly Blast – 03/24/2022

THIS SUNDAY - March 27 Ice Cream Sundae, please remember to bring in your favorite topping

Best Wishes – Marge’s 90th -03/02/2022

Click to hear wishes sung in the Sanctuary!

Easter Flower Offering

Recommended minimum donation of $15 for each flower pot.

“A Lenten Humility” by Minister Theodore – 03/20/2022

“A Lenten Humility” by Minister Miriam Theodore (Philippians 2:5-11) The Service: The Sermon: The Pictures:

Weekly Blast – 03/16/2023

Mark the days of Lent and the Journey to Easter. Sign-up for Easter flowers

“Going to Jerusalem” by Alexander Killian – 03/13/2022

The Lenten season does not end with suffering, but rather resurrection.

Blood Drive – 03/12/2022

Thank you to all who gave the most precious liquid in life to save strangers.

Weekly Blast – 03/09/2022

Thank you to all who joined a Church Committees at last week's Annual Meeting. What a great turnout.

Protected: FR 2021 Annual Church Meeting – 03/06/2022

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Honoring: Rene Schrock

This week’s Steeple Lighting is in honor of Rene Schrock, who opened a very successful small business, “Hound Haven By the Bay” in Beaufort, SC.

“A Volunteer for Jesus” by Minister Theodore – 03/06/2022

As did the 12 Disciples, we need to stand-up for Jesus.

Ash Wednesday – 03/02/2022

This evening, we are all called to a season of reflection. For the next forty days, we intend to seek, speak, and to be more engaging with the Lord.

Weekly Blast – 03/02/2022

Before Service Speak to God. During Service, let God Speak to you. After Service, speak to one another kindly.

“Removing the Veil” by Alexander Killian – 02/27/2022

What is was the Transfiguration and what does transfiguration mean to us?

Altar Flowers – Laphams’ Loved Ones

The Flowers on the altar on February 27, 2022, were dedicated by The Lapham Family in memory of loved ones.

WEEKLY BLAST – 02/20/2022

Download a copy of the Annual Report & Nomination Form

“Spiritual Ammunition” by Minister Theodore – 02/20/22

What would you say if asked a basic questions about the Bible. How would you answer?

Margaret E. Neil – Funeral – 02/14/2022

Family and friends are welcome to attend Funeral Services on Monday, February 14 at 10:00 AM

WEEKLY BLAST – 02/15/2022

All the Church news that is fit to "blast" to the Congregation.

Remembering: Ernest Buster Linscott

This Week The First Church Steeple Will Be Lit In Loving Memory Of Ernest Buster Linscott by Julie Baronne and Family

“Everything Is Possible” – 02/13/2022

"Humanly speaking, it is impossible. But with God, everything is possible." Matthew 19:26

DONATE BLOOD – 02/26/2022

Since 2020, First Church in Pembroke has collected 202 pints of blood which can save the life of 606 people.

2022 BY-LAWS Approved*

Revised By-Laws approved* at the 2022 Annual Meeting

“The Ultimate High Priest” – 02/06/2022

“The Ultimate High Priest” by Minister Miriam Theodore The Sermon

Jane Natale – Funeral – 02/05/2022

Jane Natale, 91, of Pembroke, MA passed away peacefully, after a brief illness, surrounded by her loving family.

Remembering: Robert H Martin

This Week The Church Steeple Is Lit In Loving Memory Of Robert H. Martin - By The Reading Family

Mission Impossible – 01/23/2022 – Rev. Terry Martinson

Mission Impossible by Rev. Terry Martinson FULL SERVICE SERMON ONLY

Steeple Lighting

The New England custom of steeple lighting to honor a loved one is a tradition at First Church in Pembroke and the whole Town Community is invited to participate. You may have the Church steeple lit for one week in honor of a loved one who has achieved a significant milestone, or in honor of

“Success Redefined Is Simple” by Rev. Doug Gray – 01/09/22

For the Missions of the Church: 'Make Real the Resurrection and Hope' - 'Keep It Simple' - If God Is In It, God Will Win It'

Christmas Party At Parsonage

Holiday gathering

Thomas Lapham – Funeral – 12/18/2021

A Celebration of Life

HANGING OF THE GREENS

During Church Service today the congregation decorated the Sanctuary

Happy Thanksgiving!

Happy Thanksgiving! Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God

First Church Blood Drive – 11/20/21

Thank you all who supported our Red Cross Blood Drive and Bake Sale

BAKE SALE – 11/20/2021

Thanksgiving Bake Sales Homemade Cookies, Brownies, Breakfast Breads and so much more - 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Rich Updates signage

Shout-out to Rich for skillfully updating our signage

First Church Observance of 9/11

First Church bell was rung while a minute of silence was observed six times Saturday morning.

THE CHANCEL CHOIR SINGS – 08/15/21

Margot was a devoted and faithful member of our church for many years

“VOLUNTEERS IN THE GARDEN” – Rev. Dr. Gifford – SUNDAY SERVICE – 07/18/21

"You do not support the root, but the root supports you."

SEARCH – 07/04/21

The task now before the search committee is that of discernment.

“PASSPORT TO GLORY“ – COMMUNION SUNDAY – 07/04/21

Keep us humble in Your care, and may we continue to see Your love shining through in our lives and all around us.

“CONNECTION TO THE VINE” – SUNDAY – 06/27/21

"I have said these things to you so that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be complete."

“OUR SPIRITUAL REPORT CARD” – Minister Theodore – Sunday July 11th

"Whoever has ears, let them hear what the Spirit says”

SEARCH – 06/2021

We plan to present some of the candidate’s biographical information as early as next Sunday.

“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