“The Present Times” by Alexander Killian – 8/14/2022
“You fools! You know how to interpret the weather signs of the earth and sky, but you don’t know how to interpret the present times.” Lk. 12:56
ARTICLE VIII: BOARDS – DO NOT DELETE
“A time of Penitence” by Minister Theodore – 08/07/2022
Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me.
“Be Patient for God” by Alexander Killian – 07/31/2022
“I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never go hungry, and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty.
Memorial Light – Matthew Saad
Matthew Benedict Saad, February 19, 1991 - July 27, 2018
Altar Flowers – Domenica Pulselli
“Caught Up in the Details” by Alexander Killian – 07/17/2022
...few things are needed—or indeed only one
Steeple Memorial Light – Beth Kitson
Beth was a longtime tireless active supporter of First Church
“God’s Plumb Line” – by Alexander Killian – 07/10/2022
And the Lord said to me, “Amos, what do you see?” And I said, “A plumb line.”
Elizabeth Reardon Kitson – Funeral – 07/08/2022
Visitation will begin at 9 a.m. followed by a memorial service at 10 a.m. A collation will follow in the church hall
‘Translated Revelation & The Day of Christ’ Minister Theodore – 06/26/2022
“What a great God you are, and what a Savior!”
Altar Flowers – Connors
Hazel & Jim Connors, Parents of Gail Horsefield
“A Father Before God” – by Alexander Killian – 06/19/2022
“Hope for the Future” – by Alexander Killian – 06/12/2022
“... If I touch even his garments, I will be made well.” Mark 5:28
“A Holy Vortex” by Minister Theodore – 06/05/2022
“And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place.“
“A Good Shepherd” by Alexander Killian – 05/25/2022
...The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.
Elizabeth Anne Roberts – Funeral – 05/25/2022
Elizabeth Anne Roberts
“The Birth of Christianity” by Minister Theodore – 05/22/2022
If I were still trying to please people, I would not be a servant of Christ.
“Who Am I to Argue?” by Alexander Killian – 05/15/2022
‘What God has made clean, do not call common.’
Altar Flowers – Palmer Family
In Memory of Anna Campo & Philomena Palmer
“Loving-Kindness means womb Love ” by Minister Theodore – 05/08/2022
HAPPY MOTHERS DAY!
“Grace For Grace” by Minister Theodore – 05/01/2022
But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far away have been brought near by the blood of Christ.
‘Stoning the Truth’ by Minister Theodore – 04/24/2022
But he, being full of the Holy Ghost, looked up stedfastly into heaven, and saw the glory of God, and Jesus standing on the right hand of God
Altar Flowers – Peterson’s Loved Ones
In memory of our parents Nan and Shirley A. Peterson By Alan & Linda Peterson
Steeple Light – Birolini & Hickey
In memory of Billie Hickey and Joey Birolini
“The Man from Galilee, three women & a Stone” by Minister Theodore – 04/17/2022
...the angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid, for I know that you seek Jesus who was crucified. He is not here, for he has risen....
Maundy Thursday Service, Minister Theodore – 04/14/2022
"The Tenebrae" - Together we remember events leading up to our Lord's crucifixion
A Meticulous Transportation by Minister Miriam Theodore – 04/10/2022
"The humility of Jesus" How did Jesus ride into Jerusalem?
“A Time for Contemplation” by Minister Theodore- 04/03/2022
“We are going up to Jerusalem, and everything that is written by the prophets about the Son of Man will be fulfilled."
“The Loving Father” by Alexander Killian – 03/27/2022
“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
“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:
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.
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.
Margaret E. Neil – Funeral – 02/14/2022
Family and friends are welcome to attend Funeral Services on Monday, February 14 at 10:00 AM
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
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'
Thomas Lapham – Funeral – 12/18/2021
A Celebration of Life
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.
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.”
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
FIRST CHURCH PROPERTY GETS NEW PAVEMENT! – 10/21/20
We extend many thanks as well as great appreciation for the two generous donors who allowed the much needed repaving of the first church parking lots. Enjoy the new flat ‘trip free’ & ‘easy walking’ pavement!
SUNDAY SUCCESS!
Last Sunday saw a success as we returned to worship in our Sanctuary with two services performed by Pastor Matt. We took precautions to keep everyone safe; We limited attendance, everyone wore masks, all attendees had temperature taken and recorded, hand sanitizer was abundant, we were socially distanced, we had individual serving Communion packs, no
FIRST CHURCH SANCTUARY RE-OPENS TO SUNDAY SERVICES – Reservations Required – 10/04/2020
Dear First Church Members, The time has come for First Church in Pembroke to resume gathering in our beautiful sanctuary for Sunday worship! We will be returning to the sanctuary for worship on Sunday, October 4, 2020, at 10:00 a.m. Reservations will be necessary; please call the Church office (293-2584) and speak to Kristen. The maximum
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