2022

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

“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.

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

Mission Impossible by Rev. Terry Martinson FULL SERVICE SERMON ONLY

“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

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."

“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”

“A FATHER’S SIMPLE FAITH” – FATHER’S DAY SUNDAY – 06/20/21

"God would never turn away Anthony"

“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

“SABBATH” – TRINITY SUNDAY – 05/30/21

We come together seeking renewal of the vows made at our baptism.

“PENTECOST” – SUNDAY – 05/23/21

May your glory be proclaimed in all we give and all we do when we are together and when we scatter to do your will in other places

“THE LAST LECTURE” – SUNDAY – 05/16/21

If you knew for certain that death was just around the corner would you pray? If so, for what? For who? Potential answers in todays Sermon by Reverend Terry Martinson.

“Endurance and the Trails of Faith” – SUNDAY – 05/09/21

Sermon – “Endurance and the Trails of Faith” by Rev. Fred Meade Meditation Prayer Creator of friendships, whose love lifts us from mindless servitude to caring community, we thank you for the guidance of your commandments and the promise of joy in Jesus Christ. We seek to love as we have been loved, to risk

“I Am The Vine” – SUNDAY – 05/02/21

Through the power of your Holy Spirit, weed out the things in our lives which choke out your Word.

“THE GOOD SHEEPDOG” – SUNDAY – 04/25/21

Loving God, show us the depths of your grace in these precious moments and in your Holy Word

“THE OPPOSIT OF PATIENCE” – SUNDAY – 04/18/21

“Nothing in life will ever prevent me from loving you”

“AFTER THE EASTER CHOCOLATE IS GONE” – SUNDAY – 04/11/21

May our thoughts center on the message that light has come to chase away the shadows

The journey of a pint of life saving blood begins with you.

Thank you for hosting a blood drive. Your willingness to open your doors and recruit blood donors is vital

“FINDING GOD IN PAIN OR ILLNESS” – 09/27/20

Finding God In Pain or Illness by Rev. Terry Martinson Comments: Another beautiful service and a strong, helpful message. Thank you Rev. Martinson for all that you have done, you will be greatly missed. Enjoy your retirement!MB I loved the way you opened the service with the Bach Prelude No 1. It was great, I

SUNDAY SERMON – “WHEREVER YOU GO…” – 09/20/2020

Wherever You Go… by Rev. Terry Martinson > Comment: I have thoroughly enjoyed Terry Martinson’s thought provoking messages each Sunday morning – looking forward to next week’s! Judy G.

HOW TO LISTEN TO GOD

How To Listen To God by Rev Terry Martinson Comment: Thank you all! Very moving message Betty W. Wonderful worship service today and the Sanctuary looks beautiful, pristine. I drove by the other day and the exterior was glistening, just beautiful. You’re right Jay, “good things are happening at First Church!” Don’t lose your positive

ALL CHURCH MEETING FOLLOWING COFFEE HOUR – SATURDAY 09/12/20

After our next At Church Coffee Hour there will be an all member vote to accept the very generous gift from two congregants which will allow the complete replacement of all paving around the church. Coffee Hour starts at 10:00AM on Saturday September 12th with a quick vote following at 11:00AM. Please direct any questions to Kristen.

Sunday Service – Is God Still Speaking? – 09/06/20

Is God Still Speaking? by Terry Martinson Comment: I enjoyed this service so much. Thanks to all who participated! Marge B. So wonderful to hear the organ played today. Very much enjoyed the message given today and look forward to next week. Linda P.

SUNDAY SERVICE – “FRIENDS FOREVER” – 08/30/20

Friends Forever by Rev. Terry Martinson

SUNDAY SERVICE – “STAY AWAKE!” – 08/23/20

Stay Awake! by Rev. Terry Martinson

SUNDAY SERVICE – “ABUNDANT WINE, EXTRAVAGANT GRACE” – 08/16/20

Abundant Wine, Extravagant Grace by Rev/ Terry Martinson

SUNDAY SERVICE – “LESSONS FROM A CHILD” – 08/09/20

Lessons From A Child by Rev. Terry Martinson Click here to learn more about about Rev. Martinson

SUNDAY SERVICE – “BECAUSE THE LORD IS MY SHEPHERD” – 08/02/20

Because The Lord Is My Shepherd by Rev. Terry Martinson

REV. TERRY MARTINSON TO PROVIDE SUNDAY SERVICES IN AUGUST

Rev. Terry Martinson Is Preaching From Our Video Pulpit For The Month Of August

SUNDAY SERVICE – “THE SYSTEM IS DOWN” – 07/26/20

The System Is Down by Rev. Eric Grear

SUNDAY SERVICE – “BROKEN” – 07/19/20

Broken by Rev. Eric Greer

SUNDAY SERVICE – MARK: FINDING THE WAY – 07/12/20

Mark: Finding The Way by Eric Greer

SUNDAY SERVICE – “WAKE UP – KNEELING AND STANDING” – 07/05/20

Wake Up – Kneeling and Standing by Pastor Eric Greer At this moment, our thoughts and prayers are with Margot and family

SUNDAY SERVICE – WAKE UP II – 06/28/20

Wake Up II by Pastor Eric Greer

Sunday Service – “WAKE UP” – 06/21/20

by Pastor Eric Greer

Sunday Service – “AT THE STREAM” – 06/14/20

At The Stream by Pastor Fred Meade

Sunday Service – “A LOOK AT HUMOR DURING THIS PANDEMIC OR FROM HEAVEN TO MIRTH”

A Look at Humor during this Pandemic or From Heaven to Mirth by Pastor Fred Meade

Sunday Service – PENTECOST” – 05/31/20

Pentecost by Pastor Fred Meade

Sunday Service – “THE FORBIDDEN FRUIT: A SPIRITUAL LOOK AT FREE WILL” – 05/24/20

The Forbidden Fruit: A Spiritual Look at Free Will by Pastor Fred Meade

Sunday Service – “GOT STRESS? – 05/17/20

Got Stress? by Pastor Fred Meade

Sunday Service – “THE EXPERIENCE OF JOY” – 05/10/20

by Pastor Fred Meade

Sunday Service – “ANOTHER LOOK AT HOPE” – 05/03/20

by Pastor Fred Meade Order of Worship May 3rd, 2020 Meditation Prayer Spirit of truth, you open to us the Word of life and help us to see the possibilities of each day. Guide us now that we may hear your truth and embody it. As we face suffering, help us to endure, to hope,

Second Sunday After Easter – 04/26/20

Sunday Service – 04/26/20 Confirmation Paper Presentation by Catherine Ventura

First Sunday After Easter – 04/19/20

“Ever Been a Doubting Thomas?” by Pastor Fred Meade

Easter Sunday Service – 04/12/20

Easter Sunday Service