First Church Observance of 9/11
First Church bell was rung while a minute of silence was observed six times Saturday morning.
Pancake Breakfast Saturday – 09/04/2021
Fellowship Hall, First Saturday of the month, 8-10am, $5, Takeout Available
THE CHANCEL CHOIR SINGS – 08/15/21
Margot was a devoted and faithful member of our church for many years
BYLAWS REVISION COMMITTEE PRESSES FORWARD WITH HELP FROM PASTOR DAVID
Committee members meet at Parsonage for a working dinner.
All Hands up! Meeting Our New Pastor David Poole
Rev. David Poole in a unanimous vote is new Pastor at First Church In Pembroke
SEARCH TEAM TO PRESENT CANDIDATE – 07/25/21
The Search Team is to present the Candidate to be the next Called Pastor of First Church In Pembroke on Sunday July 25th The Search Team is pleased to announce our unanimous selection of...
SEARCH – 07/04/21
The task now before the search committee is that of discernment.
SEARCH – 06/2021
We plan to present some of the candidate’s biographical information as early as next Sunday.
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.
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
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
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
SEARCH – 5/2021
At the May 9, 2021 meeting, some of the congregation had questions regarding the hiring process of FCIP pastor. We would like to walk the congregation through the hiring process of a pastor with...
Mother’s Day With Gift TO CWS – 05/09/21
First Church in Pembroke is proud to be a sponsoring CWS Blanket congregation
Every Wednesday Open Zoom Meeting
First Church is hosting a “Fellowship Hour” every Wednesday at 7:00 PM.
DONATE BLOOD AT FIRST CHURCH – 04/10/21 – IN MEMORY OF LELAND J. LITTLE
Celebrate life and make a difference by giving blood.
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"
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SEARCH – 04/2021
We also took this opportunity to view the parsonage with the Candidate and his wife. His children were not present.
THRIFT SHOP GRAND REOPENING!
First Church Sewing Circle Thrift Shop Will be Opening March 5, 2021 Friday and Saturday only from 11-3110 Center Street Pembroke, MA 02359 1-781-294-7625 EVERYTHING IN THE SHOP IS 50%! We have decluttered, cleaned,...
SEARCH 03/2021
Please remember if you have any questions or concerns about the current process, contact Francine
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? Ash Wednesday marks the first day of Lent. It is an important day in the...
SEARCH – 01/2021
The search team posted the open pastor position at 25 seminary schools on the East Coast and the NACCC job board.
FIRST CHURCH RINGS BELL FOR THE BIRTH OF JESUS CHRIST! – 2020
First Church Rings Bell For Birth Of Jesus Christ It was so nice to be at church on Christmas Eve to ring the bell! Burt & Francine
THE MISSIONS COMMITTEE DELIVERS!
Leggings, Sweatpants, Stretchies And Some Toys Were Delivered To The Recreational Department For Needy Children In Pembroke. Freda Burke, Chair of the First Church in Pembroke Missions Committee, sends the following message: This is...
THRIFT SHOP has entered a snowman for the Town Green competition!
The ladies at the First Church THRIFT SHOP have entered a snowman for the Snowman on the Town Green! Keep posted for how you can support them by voting for Nurse Margo ! Message...
FIRST CHURCH GIFTS TO PEMBROKE SUPPORT GROUP
Freda Burke, representing the Missions Committee at First Church, has delivered a gift basket to the Pembroke Military Support Group which “is made up of families and friends of our military members.” They “have no...
SEARCH – 11/2020
No applications received yet. The church profile and a cover letter was sent to schools with programs in ministry.
FIRST CHURCH PROPERTY GETS NEW PAVEMENT! – 20/21/20
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...
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...
NEWS FLASH – OUTDOOR COFFEE HOUR MEETING – SATURDAY – 10/10/20 @ 10 AM
Next Saturday, October 10, we will again have our outdoor Coffee Hour in front of the church, weather permitting. As it is getting colder this may be our last one. Hope to see you...
SEARCH – 10/2020
The Search Team welcomes back Pastor Matt and looks forward to a coordinated effort to find a settled pastor.
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,...
Coffee Hour & Church Meeting – 09/12/20
Pictures from Saturday’s outdoor meeting.
Lee Little
Dear Fellow Congregants, We are very saddened to let you know that Leland Little (Lee), beloved husband of Karan and Dad of Amanda and Maddie, passed away Friday August 28th 2020. Viewing will be...
THE MISSIONS COMMITTEE RECEIVES ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND THANKS FOR DONATIONS
The missions committee received thanks for the donations of blankets and masks and health kits from Church World Services. First Church is thankful for the hard work and dedication its members have shown through...
Dorothy Sime
With sadness we share the news of the passing of long time Congregant Dorothy Sime who passed away peacefully on Monday, August 17 with her son and Rev. Peggy Files present at her bedside....
PAINTING OF HISTORIC SANCTUARY CONTINUES
Watch This Page To follow The Much Anticipated Painting Of Our Church Sanctuary. Newest Pictures Appear First 08/08/20 – Scaffolding 08/07/20 – Floor Taping: 08/04/20 – Past paints applied. KEEP RETURNING, MORE TO FOLLOW…….
Richard Dickie
With sadness we share the news of the passing of Millie Dickie’s husband Richard. Letters of condolence may be sent C/O Kristen at First Church In Pembroke, P.O. Box 576, Pembroke, MA 02359 –...
CNK LOOKING FOR LEAD TEACHER
The CNK school at First Church is looking for an EEC certified lead teacher to start this September. Please contact Director Jean Holland at cnkpreschool@gmail.com. Please share with family and friends that may be...
CAMPAIGN INITIATED TO UPDATE INFORMATION ON SUPPORTERS OF FIRST CHURCH
A Mail Campaign Has Started To Update Current Information And Verify The Accuracy Of Past Historic Information Regarding Individuals Associated With First Church In Pembroke. Below are some pictures of the work preparation that...
FOLLOWUP! – OUTDOOR CHURCH FELLOWSHIP COFFEE HOUR – 08/08/20
Join Old friends Or Meet New People. Join Us At First Church Saturday Morning August 8th At 10:00 AM. Bring your own chair. Refreshments will be served. We will have some refreshments if you...
FIRST CHURCH IN PEMBROKE STARTS NEW PATH
Members Overwhelmingly Pass Changes At Thursday’s Official All Church Meeting On July 30th, 2020 as the sun was setting in a colorful display that would delight any sailor, the Membership voted to turn away...
PICTURES FROM ALL CHURCH MEETING
ALL CHURCH MEETING – 07/30/20
The future search for a settled pastor of First Church is contingent on the vote at the 07/30/2020 All-Church meeting!
OUTDOOR CHURCH FELLOWSHIP COFFEE HOUR – 07/11/20
Join Old friends Or Meet New People. Join First Church Saturday Morning July 11th At 10:00 AM. Bring your own chair and coffee. We will have some refreshments if you forget to bring your...
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