We are called in obedience to Jesus Christ
to encourage people on their spiritual journey, to inspire people to grow closer to God, and to share God’s love with our whole world. |
First Presbyterian Church
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Worship
Sunday mornings:
Contemporary Service in our Fellowship Hall at 8:45 am Traditional Service in our Sanctuary at 11:00 am |
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SAVE A TREE; REDUCE JUNK MAIL
from the First Presbyterian's Creation Care Team |
Saturday, October 6th
10:00 AM
South Side of the Church
People may bring their animal, a picture of their animal, or even a stuffed toy animal.
On October 4, many people all over the world will be celebrating the feast day of the Patron Saint of Animals, Saint Francis of Assisi. Feast Days are days to remember a saint with prayers and scripture readings. It is customary that in remembrance of St. Francis love for all creatures, animals are led to churches for a special ceremony called the “Blessing of the Animals.” St. Francis loved all God’s creatures and followed God’s example of kindness, mercy, compassion, and love for all creation.
Blessed are you, Lord God, maker of all living creatures. On the fifth and sixth days of creation, you called forth fish in the sea, birds in the air, and animals on the land. You inspired St. Francis to call all animals his brothers and sisters. We ask you to bless all animals. By the power of your love, enable them to live according to your plan. May we always praise you for all your beauty in creation. Blessed are you, Lord our God, in all your creatures! Amen.
10:00 AM
South Side of the Church
People may bring their animal, a picture of their animal, or even a stuffed toy animal.
On October 4, many people all over the world will be celebrating the feast day of the Patron Saint of Animals, Saint Francis of Assisi. Feast Days are days to remember a saint with prayers and scripture readings. It is customary that in remembrance of St. Francis love for all creatures, animals are led to churches for a special ceremony called the “Blessing of the Animals.” St. Francis loved all God’s creatures and followed God’s example of kindness, mercy, compassion, and love for all creation.
Blessed are you, Lord God, maker of all living creatures. On the fifth and sixth days of creation, you called forth fish in the sea, birds in the air, and animals on the land. You inspired St. Francis to call all animals his brothers and sisters. We ask you to bless all animals. By the power of your love, enable them to live according to your plan. May we always praise you for all your beauty in creation. Blessed are you, Lord our God, in all your creatures! Amen.
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W O R L D C O M M U N I O N S U N D A Y - - - O C T O B E R 7
The first Sunday in October, the 7th this year, is designated as World Communion Sunday, which celebrates our oneness in Christ with all our brothers and sisters around the world. Paul tells us that we are to “discern the body” when we partake of Holy Communion, mindful that we note our relationship to all our brothers and sisters in Christ in the celebration. One is not to go hungry while another is drunk! (I Cor. 11:21). This is scandalous behavior opposed to the Way of Christ. Thus, it is appropriate that World Communion Sunday is also a time when we receive the annual Peace and Global Witness Offering as a way of continuing the ancient Christian practice of sharing what we have with brothers and sisters in need. For over thirty years, the Presbyterian Church (USA) has been committed to pursuing a peaceful and just world. Peace seekers and advocates, those who work and pray for reconciliation and justice, have found their home in the Presbyterian peacemaking community. The Peace and Global Witness Offering is received during the Season of Peace, which ends on World Communion Sunday, which for 2018 is October 7th. This offering joins Presbyterians together as active peacemakers; enabling the church to promote the peace of Christ by addressing those systems of injustice in our own communities and across the world. WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY - ONE SERVICE AT 11 AM |
Bread for the Journey
October 10, 2018 6:00 PM Oktoberfest Feast MEAL brats, sausages, rolls, red cabbage German Potato salad, sauerkraut, pickles and cider Suggested donation: $6.00 per person; $15.00 per family PROGRAM Mission Hope for Kids |
Presbyterian Women
Fall Festival Sunday, October 28 4-7 pm Pumpkin Decorating Costume Contest Games for all Cake Walk After dinner auction (suggested donation for meal is $8 per person $20 per family of 3 & more) Everyone is invited! |
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FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
1016 PEAR ORCHARD ROAD ELIZABETHTOWN, KY OFFICE PHONE: 270.765.7663 OFFICE EMAIL: ADMIN@ETOWNPRES.ORG |
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Our Vision:
To glorify God and enjoy God forever.
Our Mission Statement:
We are called in obedience to Jesus Christ to encourage people on their spiritual journey,
to inspire people to grow closer to God,
and to share God's love with our whole world.
Encouraging Inspiring Sharing
To glorify God and enjoy God forever.
Our Mission Statement:
We are called in obedience to Jesus Christ to encourage people on their spiritual journey,
to inspire people to grow closer to God,
and to share God's love with our whole world.
Encouraging Inspiring Sharing