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News for the week of 6/1/25
First Church News
PASTOR TOM’S RETIREMENT PARTY TODAY: We are excited to be honoring Pastor Tom for his years of service to our church and community today. There is a reception following the 2nd service with a potluck dinner and slide presentation. Please join us in the fellowship hall to wish the Nelson family well and godspeed.
NO CAFÉ IN THE HALL TODAY: There will be no Cafe’ In The Hall today, June 1. We invite you to join us for Pastor Tom’s Retirement Party at 12:15p.
PARSONAGE PREP: We are preparing the parsonage for Pastor Tony’s arrival. Although much of the work is being done by hired pros (painting, HVAC, etc.) we need our church family to help spruce up the place. There are also items that need to be purchased like fans, light fixtures and window coverings. Contact David Doster (386) 212-0719 / doster1@att.net to help.
DINNER CHURCH ON JUNE 3rd: Calling all cars, calling all cars! Please drive to Giuseppe’s on Tuesday, June 3rd at 6:00pm. There we will have Dinner Church with all who come. Bring yourself, family, friends and anyone else you find along the way. We will have good food, great fun and tremendous fellowship! There will be a short devotion and we will share the sacraments.
WELCOME CARDS FOR OUR NEW PASTOR: We’re excited to welcome Pastor Tony and his family to our church community! To show our support and hospitality, we invite you to write a welcome card for them. If you feel led to go a step further (above your regular giving), consider including a gift card to a local store, restaurant, or coffee shop. Please seal your greeting card and drop it off at the church office or in the designated box in the narthex by June 15th. Let’s extend a warm welcome to help Pastor Tony and his family feel right at home!
FATHER’S DAY: Join us for worship on June 15th for Father’s Day in which First Church wants to honor all men who come and are a part of our fellowship. Whether you’re a dad to your family or a father figure to those in our community, come for photos on Father’s Day.
NOW HIRING FOR SUNDAY MORNINGS: We are looking for at least 2 people over the age of 18 to work in our nursery program on Sundays. This is a paid position, and an application and background check are required. The hours are 8:30a – 12:30p (ish), and curriculum is provided. If you’re interested in loving and teaching our littlest ones at First Church, please reach out to Suzi!
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL IS COMING!: We still need lots of volunteers, but we are finalizing our supply collection. Please take a card off the Black A-Frame, VBS board and return it, along with the item listed at your earliest convenience. We’re expecting about 200 kids to attend this year, and your donations help us tremendously. Register your children or to volunteer Here or at firstchurchpo.org
FOOD PANTRY DONATIONS: Please consider donating to our Food Pantry. We currently need canned goods (especially soup, fruit and vegetables. pop-tops are preferred), boxed foods, peanut butter, cereal, pasta & sauce.
THRIFT BOUTIQUE UPDATE: The Thrift Boutique is cool! Come inside and shop comfortably on these hot summer days. Look for the yellow tag discounted furniture for ideas to spruce up your home. We have new items coming in every day. Find them at 5660 S. Ridgewood, Port Orange!
SAVE THE DATES:
APPALACHIAN SERVICE PROJECT: June 7-14, 2025
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: June 16-20, 2025
WARREN WILLIS SUMMER CAMP 2025: June 23-28, 2025