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Worship on the Lawn
with Blue Grass & BBQ
Sunday, July 5, 10 AM
First Presbyterian Church will hold its fifth annual Independence Day Weekend worship service on the lawn, Sunday, July 5, 10:00 AM.
Music will be led by Cross Roads Bluegrass Band, a Santa Rosa based acoustic band playing Contemporary Gospel Music and Traditional Bluegrass Favorites. Afterwards, we'll have a BBQ and potluck, with chicken and hot dogs provided. We’ll also have fun and games for all ages, including the traditional watermelon seed-spitting contest.
Please Bring to Share:
A-L—Salad; M-Z—Dessert
Lawn Chair
Suggested: Water, Wide Brim Hat
Invite a Friend!
FPCP's Summer of Service
Summer is a time for slowing down, but not a time to stop worship,serving and growing. Check out FPC's Summer opportunities.
Download the brochure (pdf)
FPCP 2.0
Social Networing - like a Potluck, Online
 2009 Vacation Bible School
VBS at FPCP will be July 6-10 this year, with the Finale on Sunday, July 12.
Register children online here.
Volunteers can register online too.
Or download the registration form, fill it out, and get it to the church office. Registration Form here.
Download the VBS Flyer here.
For an introduction to Crocodile Dock, Group Publishing's Curriculum for VBS, go here: Group Publishing
Would you like to help? Contact Andi, Loren or Grete.
Goodbye to Patty Graham, after 4 1/2 years of service in our music programs.
New Members are welcomed into the church, May 17, 2009
Veterans Robert Dickinson, Mike Horn and Mike McSween on the Sunday before Memorial Day.
The Women's Retreat was a great success - here are some who came, May 9.
JOBS GROUP - Weekly
If you are in the market for a job and would like some help with your search, join our Jobs Group, meeting Wednesdays at 7 PM in the Fireside Room.
Robert Dickinson and Tim Scheele are hosting the initial meeting. Robert has a number of years of experience as a recruiter and a jobs coach. They have a methodology to address the many aspects of job change from self assessments to resume and interview preparation. In addition the group will be a resource for networking to find "hidden jobs" in the North Bay.
Email for more info: Robert (eclecticproducer@att.net) or Tim (timscheele@comcast.net)
FPC FOOD SHARE PROGRAM
 BENEFITIING the PETALUMA FOOD PANTRY and
THE KITCHEN FOOD BOX PROGRAM
Please join with the FPC Mission Commission to help these ongoing Community projects. Any food item that you would like to Share is welcome, however we are asking for a specific item or group of items, per month. A basket has been placed in the Narthex for you to Share your food.
MOST NEEDED FOOD ITEMS
April |
Canned Vegetables:
Green Beans, Corn, Chili, Chili Beans, Black Beans |
May |
Canned Tuna, Canned Stews |
June |
Pasta Sauce, Spaghetti, Rice, Pinto Beans, Mac & Cheese |
2009 Summer Camp - 2nd - 6th Graders
 Westminster Woods
Our Week: July 19-25: 2nd-6th Graders and Junior High
Go to www.westminsterwoods.org to Register.
Camperships are available, see Loren Dooley for details. Download the Campership Application Form.
2009 Vacation Bible School
VBS at FPCP will be July 6-10 this year, with the Finale on Sunday, July 12. We need lots of help. Check with Andi DiLello or Loren Dooley for more information.
For an introduction to Crocodile Dock, Group Publishing's Curriculum for VBS, go here: Group Publishing
2009 Best Sunday
This program if for our 4th through 6th Graders, and is intended to be fun activities to invite their friends to, and opportunity for them to get ready for Junior High Youth Group.
3/29/09: Bowling (Dan and Cindy Ingram)
4/19/09: SF Aquarium Trip
5/17/09: Roller Skating
6/21/09: Swim Party: (Sara and Loren Dooley)
6’th Grade Promotion: We will be having a ceremony for our 6’th Graders who are promoting into Junior High this year. There will be CAKE!
Download the Children's Summer Activities Flyer
Fourth at First
Every Fourth Sunday, 7 PM
May 24 at 7pm -St. Petersburg Men’s Ensemble
A 4th @ 1st Favorite!
For more information call First Presbyterian Church 762-8269
Patrecia Graham, Music Director
The Leadership Retreat, Mar. 13-14. We started at FPC Petaluma,
Friday night and finished at FPC Napa, Saturday.
The New Nursery is now open!
Alpha continues through Mar. 31
An Alpha group discusses the talk (more pics)
Session: 2009 Commission and Committee assignments:
Worship & Congregational Care.............................................................. Sue Russell
Adult Christian Education....................................................................... Tim Scheele
Student Ministries (SS, Youth, HD)...................................... Jim Donnelly & Keith Lew
Mission / Outreach....................................................................... Robert Dickenson
Stewardship, Budget, and Finance........................................................ Bill Linstrom
Personnel................................................................................................... Bob Reis
Facilities .......................................................................................... David Francone
Nominating Committee.................................................. Jim Donnelly & Bill Linstrom
Deacons: 2009 Commission and Committee assignments:
Co Moderators: ....... Debra Hosler, Linda Fitzgerald--Debra will be "taking the lead"
Vice Moderator: ......................................................................... Dana Altenburger
Communion: .................................................... Dana Altenburger and Rita Romero
Kitchen: ............................................................................................... Doreen Coe
Social Secretary: ................................................................................ Linda Dragoo
Convalescent Hospital Worship: .............................................................. Nan Krelle
Visittion/Home Communion: .............................................................. Irene Rowley
Prayer Chain: ................................................................................ JoAnne Richards
Support Services: ................................................................................ Juanita Ashe
Transportation: ............................................................................ Ken Altenburger
Senior Support/Health: .................................................................. Linda Fitzgerald
Nominating Committee: ....................................................................... Doreen Coe
Benevolence Subcommittee .............................................................................. TBD
Treasurer: .......................................................................................... Irene Rowley
Thanksgiving Lunch - Nov. 23
More pictures from Nov. 23 are on the News Pics page
Restroom Renovation Project
Completed! - Nov. 23, 2008
Cary Weltken leads the dedication ceremony
Before (Sept. 2008)
We will miss the art in the Women's restroom
The renovation of restrooms was planned so that they are accessible for handicapped people and considerably more comfortable. In addition, a new restroom will be built for children inside the Christian Education Wing.
This $100,000 project is completely funded through the giving of church members and attendees to our “Bridge to the Future” building campaign, which began in 2007 and continues through 2009. Additional building improvements and a new building are also being planned.
More on Bridge to the Future campaign and Capital Improvement Projects
Youth Build Prayer Garden
The Junior High youth group took on some mission projects here on the church campus the weekend of Aug. 1. The major project was the building of a Prayer and Meditation Garden, where individuals and groups can meet with God. Leaders Brent Russell and Mike Roberts headed up the project. Many thanks to all who helped with the project.
Click HERE for more pictures.
FPCP in the Butter and Eggs Parade - 2008
Some dressed the part, April 26, going back to 1882 and even our Scottish heritage. From left to right, Parker Russell (wearing the Russell tartan), Keith Lew, Ken Nugent, Cindy & Curt Newsom, Keith McFarlane (wearing the McPherson tartan) More here
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July 5 - One Outdoor Service, 10 AM
July 12, 19 & 26 - 9:30 AM (In Sanctuary)
Aug. 2 @ 10 AM - Citywide Worship at Sonoma Marin Fairgrounds
Aug. 9, 16, 23 & 30
- 9:30 AM (In Sanctuary)
Sermon Series: A Beautiful Life - the Beatitudes of Jesus, Matthew 5:3-12
For current information on sermon topics and events, go to our News Page or the Bridge (newsletter).
July-August - we will be moving to ONE service, usually 9:30 AM. Children wil begin in the Sanctuary and then be dismissed to Sunday School.
Coming August 2 - 10 AM - CITY-WIDE WORSHIP AT the FAIRGROUNDS
 Did you miss...recent worship services?
Listen to these messages online: Sermons Page
We had a Congregational Forum, Apr. 19.
Handouts are available on the Members Page: HERE. Pictures HERE.
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With all that is happening today, have you found yourself asking…
• Does God exist?
• If so, does God care about me?
• How can I overcome evil in the world and my life?
We offer Alpha, with Dinner, a  Presentation and Table Discussions. Alpha met Jan. - Mar. 2009 and will be offered again in the future.
First Presbyterian Church
939 B Street in Petaluma
www.alphapetaluma.org
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