Posted on 23 Nov 2009
Church World Service was born in the aftermath of World War II and works with partners to eradicate hunger and poverty and to promote peace and justice around the world.
Here are some of the ways the Blankets+ Program has blessed others:
- In Pakistan the Blankets+ Program continues to help rebuild lives and provide job training to aid long term recovery from the devastating 2005 earthquake.
- In the past year 15,950 lightweight blankets and 5,245 heavy weight blankets were distributed in the USA to those affected by emergencies or economic hard times.
- In Washington and Connecticut, blankets were distributed to the homeless and economically disadvantaged
- In September, help was needed in Texas after Hurricane Gustav ravaged the town of Keene
- Blankets and hand and face wipes were provided to the All Tribes American Indian Charter School in California as part of the recovery effort after fires ravaged tribal areas.
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Posted on 10 Nov 2009
Five families moved into our church on November 1st and will be our guests for the next three weeks.
These IHN families are transitioning from homelessness to stability. So, if you see an unfamiliar face, smile and extend a welcome.
Hands-on help is needed:
Sign up to prepare a meal, be an evening host, or to stay overnight.
It is hard to believe that FPCG has been an Interfaith Hospitality Network host congregation for 15 years! This would not have been possible without volunteer support.
Special thanks to Marlene Young who writes thank you notes to all of you who volunteer.
Sign up during coffee hour - we need YOU!
Posted on 21 Sep 2009
This program year, there are two opportunities for adults to participate in Bible Study on Sundays:
The Christian Fellowship Class for Adult Bible Study is one of the longest standing groups in the life of FPCG. Led by Don Carlin, the class invites you to join them in the Finney Room Sundays at 8:45 AM. beginning September 13th.
This year’s theme will be “Maintaining Covenant Communities,” exploring the challenges and blessings inherent in living out God’s call to be a people.
Once again, The Present Word curriculum will be used as the basis for discussion, with lessons in September focusing on Old Testament leaders and the roles they played in guiding and shaping their communities. October’s lessons will highlight Jesus’ teachings inviting whosoever to covenant living. In November, passages from the epistles will be used to teach the nature of Christian community.
The Serendipity Bible Study meets in the Jennings Room at 11:30 AM. every Sunday. Reverend Kevin Porter leads this class which uses a participatory discussion format to relate the Bible to our lives. In September, the class will be continuing its walk through the gospel of Matthew.
Both classes welcome visitors and new members every week.
Posted on 02 Jun 2009
Each year the Neighborhood Interfaith Movement holds an Annual Assembly of NIM congregations and institutions to lift up special people in the community.
This year NIM has chosen to honor congregants and community members dedicated to Bridge Builders - those who engage in the kind of community-based work NIM has been doing since its founding 40 years ago.
This year our honoree is Eileen Jones!
Congratulations Eileen! We are proud of the work you have done to build bridges through the Germantown Avenue Crisis Ministry. You are a great asset to our congregation and the larger Germantown community.
Click here to learn how you can attend the reception.
Posted on 04 May 2009
There’s more than one feast in store for those who attend “Tea With Violet” at First Presbyterian Church in Germantown on Saturday, May 9.
Not only will visitors enjoy High Tea in the British style – complete with hot tea, punch, scones, tea sandwiches and other delicacies – but they’ll also experience a visual feast featuring famed American muralist Violet Oakley, whose work adorns the Pennsylvania State Capitol in Harrisburg.
At “Tea With Violet,” Dr. Marcia B. Hall, a professor of art history at Temple University in Philadelphia and author or editor of many books on art, will present an illustrated talk about Violet Oakley’s life and work.
This will be followed by a close-up look at the Oakley murals of “Great Women of the Bible” in the Jennings Room at the church. Click here to read more about the Jennings Room murals.
“Tea With Violet” is part of a year-long celebration of the 200th Anniversary of First Presbyterian Church in Germantown. Tickets are $10 for this event, which will begin at 3:00 p.m. at the church, at 35 West Chelten Avenue.
To make a reservation for “Tea With Violet,” call the church office at 215-843-8811.
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