February 2012
Ash Wednesday: Vespers, Dinner and Speaker
A First Church start-of-Lent tradition: Ash Wednesday Vespers communion worship with imposition of ashes, followed by a catered dinner, fellowship and an inspiring keynote speaker. This year we'll hear from Rev. Mark Feldmeir, senior pastor of San Dieguito United Methodist Church.
WORKSHOP FULL, REGISTRATION CLOSED -- Prayers & Squares: Beginner Quilting Workshop
[ If you wish to be contacted for the next Beginner Quilting Workshop, please send your request to ] Learn the basics of quilting at this workshop for beginners. You will work side-by-side with experienced quilters making the same quilt pattern. Technique tutorials and one-on-one help will aid in creating a quilt top to be proud of!
Come and Dream
Be a dreamer…join us to learn about some of the plans and dreams for First Church in the coming year, along with a quick look back at how members have helped to make the dreams of the past become realities for First Church.
Youth Mardi Gras Party and Slide Show
Learn the spiritual tradition of Mardi Gras and Lent and enjoy yummy treats and a slide show of our fall and winter 2011-2012 events and activities.
Positive Parenting
Improve your parenting skills and increase family love and harmony.
Music Series 2012: Organ Concert
Organ recital by Robert Plimpton, First Church organist in residence, assisted by Nicholas Halbert, organ scholar at St. Paul's Cathedral.
Neighborhood Family Meal - February
Provide and serve food and enjoy fellowship with families, teens, seniors and transients in need of a nutritious, hot meal at Normal Heights UMC.
Financial Peace University
A 13-week life-changing program that empowers and teaches you how to make the right money decisions to achieve your financial goals and God's plan for your life. The course includes practical lessons on eliminating debt, building wealth, giving like never before, and much, much more!.
Polyglots and Translations: The Bible in the 16th and 17th Centuries
March 2012
From Exile to Jesus
What happened during the 400 years that is missing in the Bible, known as the Intertestamental Period between the Old Testament and the New Testament? Find out at this class led by Dr. Elbert Kim -- this four-week study during the season of Lent will guide us in understanding who Jesus is for the people of Israel and for us today.
Polyglots and Translations: The Bible in the 16th and 17th Centuries
From Exile to Jesus
What happened during the 400 years that is missing in the Bible, known as the Intertestamental Period between the Old Testament and the New Testament? Find out at this class led by Dr. Elbert Kim -- this four-week study during the season of Lent will guide us in understanding who Jesus is for the people of Israel and for us today.
Lycoming College Choir during Wednesday Vespers
Concert: Lycoming College Choir, Williamsport, PA
From Exile to Jesus
What happened during the 400 years that is missing in the Bible, known as the Intertestamental Period between the Old Testament and the New Testament? Find out at this class led by Dr. Elbert Kim -- this four-week study during the season of Lent will guide us in understanding who Jesus is for the people of Israel and for us today.
Wednesday Vespers
Jesus and the Women who Loved Him
From Exile to Jesus
What happened during the 400 years that is missing in the Bible, known as the Intertestamental Period between the Old Testament and the New Testament? Find out at this class led by Dr. Elbert Kim -- this four-week study during the season of Lent will guide us in understanding who Jesus is for the people of Israel and for us today.
Music Series 2012: Lenten Choral Concert
Neighborhood Family Meal - March
Provide and serve food and enjoy fellowship with families, teens, seniors and transients in need of a nutritious, hot meal at Normal Heights UMC.
Explore First Church
You are invited to gather for a meal and time with the pastors and staff. Break bread, make new friends, and explore membership.
April 2012
Spring Health Seminar
Learn about Holistic Approaches to Cardiovascular Disease, Frailty and End-of-Life Transitions, and Shingles and Pain Management from San Diego physician specialists who are experts in each field. Presented by the First Church Health Ministry Task Force.
Explore First Church
You are invited to gather for a meal and time with the pastors and staff. Break bread, make new friends, and explore membership.
Neighborhood Family Meal - April
Provide and serve food and enjoy fellowship with families, teens, seniors and transients in need of a nutritious, hot meal at Normal Heights UMC.
May 2012
Explore First Church
You are invited to gather for a meal and time with the pastors and staff. Break bread, make new friends, and explore membership.
The Discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls and the library which houses them
Neighborhood Family Meal - May
Provide and serve food and enjoy fellowship with families, teens, seniors and transients in need of a nutritious, hot meal at Normal Heights UMC.
The Significance of the Scrolls to Jewish & Christian Origins
June 2012
Explore First Church
You are invited to gather for a meal and time with the pastors and staff. Break bread, make new friends, and explore membership.
Neighborhood Family Meal - June
Provide and serve food and enjoy fellowship with families, teens, seniors and transients in need of a nutritious, hot meal at Normal Heights UMC.
July 2012
Explore First Church
You are invited to gather for a meal and time with the pastors and staff. Break bread, make new friends, and explore membership.
