As we welcome the month of May, please allow me to pray: Dear Lord,As the earth awakens and blossoms, we thank You for the renewal of life and the beauty of creation. May the warmth of the sun and the vibrant colors of spring remind us of Your endless love and grace. Help us to …
Welcome Spring!I would like to take this opportunity to let you know of the small group opportunities we have offered to the community at Faith First UCC this year. Our Men’s Breakfast continues to grow and learn in their faith on the second Saturday of each month at 8 AM. They are currently reading the …
During this Lenten Season, we will study a sermon series, “Encounters with Christ.” “Encounters with Christ” is a series of sermons that explore the life-changing moments when people met Jesus in the Bible. Each sermon focuses on a different story, showing how Jesus’ presence and words made a huge impact on their lives. We’ll learn …
1 Corinthians 13:4-7 we read, “ Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. …
We now enter the season of Epiphany, a time of revelation and manifestation. Epiphany, which means “appearance” or “manifestation,” is celebrated on January 6th and marks the visit of the Magi to the Christ child. This event signifies the revelation of Jesus as the Savior not only to the Jewish people but to all nations. …
Treasured Congregation, As we enter the season of Advent, we embark on a journey of anticipation and preparation. Advent, derived from the Latin word “adventus,” meaning “coming,” is a time for us to reflect on the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. It is a season filled with hope, peace, joy, and love, as we …
Dear Faith First UCC, For the month of November, let us take a moment to honor and remember the brave men and women who have served our nation with unwavering courage and dedication. Veterans Day is a time to reflect on the sacrifices made by our veterans, who have selflessly defended our freedoms and upheld …
I would like to share a prayer as we enter a new season… Dear Lord, As the sun gently sets on another summer, my heart swells with gratitude for the warmth and light that have graced my days. I thank you for the precious moments of joy, the laughter shared with friends, and the awe-inspiring …
So often we are told to “just pray about it”, and I know that it can be discouraging when we don’t feel that God is answering our prayers. Although it may not always be the answer you want to hear, I assure you that God DOES give you an answer…If the timing is wrong, God …
Change—the ever-present companion on our journey through life. It knocks on our doors, uninvited yet inevitable. This is a time for change-Spring is a season of new growth, life changing and budding before our eyes. You may be finding many changes in your employment, your family and here at our church. But what if we …
