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Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church of Santa Monica. We are a welcoming and caring community of Christians on a spiritual journey to explore the mystery and wonder of God.

Our Sunday Services are held at 9:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. and incorporate engaging sermons and an exciting blend of musical styles.

If you’re interested in joining a community that celebrates diversity and is open to different points of view, we invite you to visit our Church and learn more.

If you don’t find the information that you are looking for on this site, please feel free to
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Worship

Times of Services
9:00 a.m. Contemporary Worship
10:30 a.m. Traditional Worship

Preaching Schedule

8/1 Sunday Worship, Rev. Larsen

Communion and

Canned Food Drive

Mission Team Food Drive
Sunday, August 1,
during both worship services

Bring nonperishable canned food donations next Sunday for the Westside Food Bank. For information, please contact Janice Mall, Mission Team Leader.

Children Programs

Explorers Club
Wednesdays, July 28, and August 4, from 3:15 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Toddler Parent

Art Program

SUMMER SESSION

There is still space, sign up now and don’t miss the fun. Contact Paula Lowe, Director, for information at paula@firstpressantamonica.org

Events

for

Children

Vacation Bible School:
Son Quest Rainforest

(day camp)
Week of August 9—13,
from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon

Sign up for VBS today!

Click here for enrollment form and for information.

Kids ages 3 through grade 5 learn Bible stories and songs, make crafts, play outdoor games, watch skits, make friends, and enjoy healthy snacks. $25 to register. To get your registration form, click on the link above. Questions? Contact Rebecca Hall, Director of Children’s Ministries 310.451.1303 ext. 26.

Sunday School Kickoff
Sunday, September 19, celebration after the second service at 11:30 a.m

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meetings

Children and Youth Nurture Team meeting

Monday, August 2, at 9:30 a.m.

VBS Volunteers

VBS Work Day/Home Group
Saturday, August 7, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

VBS Set Up Day
Sunday, August 8, from 11:45 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Programs for Adults

Hatha Yoga
Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m.

Join us for yoga in a supportive, relaxing atmosphere! Bring water and a mat to the Renaissance Room, Wednesdays, at 7:00 p.m. The suggested donation is $20 per month. Questions? Call the Church office 310.451.1303.

BIBLE 101:

A Look at the Book
Wednesday nights at 7:30,

with Rev. Shelby Larsen

Join us for an “up close and personal” view of the lives of Old Testament figures Jacob and Joseph during the summer on the following Wednesday evenings: August 4. All are welcome.

Men at the Manse
Tuesday, July 27, at 6:30 p.m.

Hang out with the guys from First Pres for manly food, beer, wine, and fellowship. No potluck or frosty cupcakes. For information contact Steve Pesce or Dr. Bill Wood.

 

About Meeting Times:

For specific program information and

to find out if a group has rescheduled or cancelled meeting times please contact the leader of the group. Thank you.

Parking News

Parking

There is FREE parking on Sundays in structure #2 until 1:00 p.m. It is located on Second Street across from First Pres.

Parking Update

for Sunday Mornings: the 100 Wilshire Building parking structure now requires a validation ticket upon exiting. The ushers will provide the ticket. When you exit, put in the original ticket, then the validation ticket which will clear the charge and open the gate.

 

 
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