Posted on 20 Apr 2009
The First Presbyterian Church in Germantown was asked to participate in a national congregational study last fall.
We all know that FPCG is a vibrant, active church that values diversity and an active expression of our faith in Jesus Christ.
But here are some interesting facts that came out of the survey:
* 41% of survey participants regularly take part in community service, social justice, or advocacy activities of our church. 26% take part in FPCG evangelism and outreach activities.
* 64% stated that worship services or activities of this congregation helped to a great extent with everyday living
* 93% of participants believe that FPCG church leaders encouraged them to find and use their gifts and skills at the church
The complete results for our congregation can be found by clicking here. We will soon be receiving an analysis of how our congregation compares to others in the country.
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Posted on 13 Apr 2009
Do you want to make a difference in our nation’s capital? You can!
On Tuesday, March 10th, ten members from seven Presbyterian churches in our Philadelphia Presbytery traveled to Washington, D.C. to be briefed by the Presbytery Washington Office on what’s happening in Congress.
In addition to meeting with and raising issues with the staff of our Pennsylvania senators, this group learned from the Presbytery that the key players dealing with healthcare are Senator Waxman and Bokus and Dodd, representing Senator Kennedy.
Other budget considerations were discussed in the Presbytery briefing, including:
- the environment (cap on carbon emission and the use of ethanol)
- access to and improvement in nutrition in schools
- after school programs, and education
Read more to learn how you can participate
Posted on 18 Mar 2009
All members and friends of FPCG are invited to join us as we go see the 76ers play the Charlotte Bobcats on March 27th.
We will meet at the church at 6:00pm sharp, take SEPTA to the Stadium and enjoy a game together.
Tickets will cost between $25-$33 for ticket w/food package (price dependent upon food package chosen). Three different food packages available.
Please call Christian Heyer-Rivera (267-972-5662) before March 20th to join us!
This is an event sponsored by Young Adult Fellowship.
Posted on 10 Mar 2009
Don’t forget to go to Mt. Airy’s Trolley Car Diner & Deli, this week: 3/9-3/15.
Stop by the Diner on Monday – Friday (7am – 9pm) and Saturday and Sunday (5 – 9pm), for our FPCG Helping Hands Fundraiser.
As part of its Helping Hands Week fundraising program, the Diner will donate 15% of the revenue from supporters towards our FPCG ministries
Show your support by bringing your friends and family for a delicious and fun dining experience at Trolley Car Diner & Deli.
Click here for a PDF coupon for this fundraiser. For directions or more information about Trolley Car Diner & Deli, call 215-753-1500 or go to www.trolleycardiner.com.
Posted on 02 Mar 2009
Thursdays in Lent at 7:00pm
At FPCG, the Lenten season has traditionally been marked by a provocative series intended to stretch participants understanding of the Christian faith in our lives and culture.
This year we will be screening the films of Macky Alston as the foundation of our discussion series.
We invite you to join us this Thursday, March 5th at 7:00pm for our first film.
Family Name (March 5): In this documentary Macky Alston delves into his own family history after discovering that the Alstons were one of the largest slave owning families in antebellum North Carolina. The film, shown as part of the PBS series P.O.V. (Point of View), chronicles the surprising twists and turns of his search for the descendants of the slaves and slave owners who lived on the plantations once owned by his family.
Click here to read more about the other films we will be screening and discussing throughout lent
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