First Presbyterian

Nursery School

Phone 310.451.9259

Website www.first-pres.net

For information on

The Wonder of Learning

The Hundred Languages of Children exhibition of the infant toddler Centres and Preschools of the Istituzione - Municipality of Reggio Emilia, Italy call .the First Presbyterian Nursery School at 310.451.9259.

Sunday Worship Services

 9:00 a.m. Contemporary Worship

10:30 a.m. Traditional Worship

Preaching Schedule

1/31         

REV. LARSEN

2/7 Communion         

DR. WOOD

2/14 Transfiguration Presidents' Day         

DR. WOOD

2/17 Ash Wednesday Communion         

REV. LARSEN

2/21 Lent I         

REV. LARSEN

2/28 Lent II         

DR. WOOD

3/7 Lent III Communion         

DR. WOOD

3/14 Lent IV         

DR. WOOD

3/21 Lent V         

DR. WOOD

3/28 Palm Sunday         

REV. LARSEN

4/1 Maundy Thursday Communion         

DR. WOOD

4/2 Good Friday at First United Methodist         

4/4 Easter NO Communion         

DR. WOOD

BECOME A MEMBER

Take a Newcomers Class
Saturday, February 13, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon

Attend the next Newcomers Class on Saturday, February 13, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon in the Library. We will be discussing what being a Christian, a Presbyterian, and a member of First Pres means in this time and this place. If you are interested in becoming a member, or just want to find out about who we are, what we do, and what it means in your life, join us. Contact Rev. Shelby Larsen at shelby@firstpressantamonica.org.

OUTREACH EVENTS

February is Deacons’ Month 

Enjoy coffee with your deacon between church services. If you attend the early service, stay for the fellowship. If you plan to attend the 10:30 service, come early. Sunday, February 7, Chrisann Curtis, Mary Woods and Linda Schriever will be meeting their flocks at 10:00 a.m. coffee hour. 

Mission Team Food Drive
Sunday, February 7, during both
worship services.

Bring canned food donations the first Sunday of every month. Our Mission Team Food Drive for the Westside Food Bank begins with a presentation of food donations during both services. Brochures listing needed items will be available. For information, contact Mission Team leader Janice Mall at janicemall@yahoo.com. Read about the Westside Food Bank visit www.westsidefoodbankca.org.

Souper Bowl of Caring
Sunday, February 7, both services

Join the movement that is transforming Super Bowl weekend into the nation’s largest youth–led weekend of giving and serving. Souper Bowl of Caring equips and mobilizes congregations, schools and businesses to positively impact their communities by collecting money or food on or near Super Bowl weekend. The collections from First Pres are donated this year to Daniel's Place, a project of Step Up on Second, to house mentally ill young adults. ttp://www.souperbowl.org.

Have a Heart
for the Homeless
Cookie Drop Off Day

is Friday, February 12

First Pres has committed to deliver 900 cookies (about 24 dozen) to the Westside Winter Homeless Shelter on Valentines Day. We need your help to bake or buy cookies. Drop them off at the church office by Friday, February 12, at 4:30 p.m. The phone number is 310.309.7820.

Share the Love Sunday
Sunday, February 14

Valentines Day Mission Project
for the Benefit of the
Children’s Institute Foster Care Program

Our church families can “Share the Love” with needy children by participating in this important event. Please donate a duffle bag or backpack for a foster kid who otherwise uses a pillowcase to shuttle things from place to place. If you are able to add some goodies to the bag, here are some suggestions: stuffed animal, journal and pen, brush and comb, toothbrush and toothpaste, various toiletries. Questions: Call Rebecca 310.451.1303 ext. 26.

PROGRAMS

Galilean Circle
Thursday, February 4, at 12:00 noon

Galilean Circle meets Thursday, February 4, at 12:00 noon. The Joshua Study meets in the library. Please call Dorothy Betz to R.S.V.P. at 310.451.0481.

Vawters’ Daughters
Friday, February 5, at 6:30 p.m.

Join women of the congregation for a potluck dinner the first Friday of every month. This get together is hosted by Phyllis Kai Kee. (Please appropriately wear an valentine–y color and bring a poem or valentine). Call Michelle Jones at the Church office for address. In honor of those spunky sisters who played such a vital role in the history of our church. We are the Vawters’ Daughters!

Children’s Ministry Home Group
Saturday, February 13, 4:00 p.m.

Families with young children have a blast going to Home Group events. Fellowship is hosted by a family in their home, or a park.

To get email invitations contact Michelle at Michelle@firstpressantamonica.org. Join us this month on Saturday, February 13, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Manse hosted by the Kadins.

Explorers Club

Wednesdays, at 3:15 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Church Mice Wednesdays, at

Class 1: 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Class 2: 3:15 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Starts up again this Wednesday,

January 13.

Toddler Parent Art Program

Moms, Dads, come experience creativity, growth, and bonding in a safe play environment with your child, at the Toddler–Parent Program. Many times and days to choose from to fit your busy schedule. Director of Toddler–Parent Program, at paula@firstpressantamonica.org.

Women’s Bible Study
Resumes Monday, at 9:15 a.m.

Mondays, from 9:15 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. the Women’s Bible Study meets in the library to discuss The Sermon on the Mount. Andrea Rock leads the group. She is a student at Fuller Seminary.

Hatha Yoga
Wednesdays, at 7:00 p.m.

Join us for a night of yoga in a supportive, relaxing atmosphere! Knowledgeable, trained, innovative teacher. Bring water and a mat. The workout is in the Renaissance Room, Wednesdays, at 7:00 p.m. The suggested donation is $20 per month. Questions? Ask Ellen 310.450.2795.

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.