Upcoming Events
Upcoming events at First Pres Fort Worth
LENT MIDDAY PRAYER & ORGAN CONCERTS: WEDNESDAYS, MARCH 12-APRIL 9
You're invited to a 30-minute Midday Prayer service, followed by an organ concert and a free lunch each Wednesday during Lent beginning at 12 noon. Learn more at fpcfw.org/lent.
FIRST CONNECTIONS BEGINS MARCH 23
The First Connections class is an opportunity for new members and guests to learn about First Pres and opportunities for discipleship and connection. Even if you have been at First Pres for a while, you're invited for a refresher, and enjoy getting to know our new members and guests. All are welcome!
- Sunday, March 23: Life at First Pres
- Sunday, March 30: Meeting the Pastoral Staff
- Sunday, April 6: Visit and learn about Community Crossroads
- Sunday, April 13: Penn St. campus tour
ALL CHURCH LUNCH: SUNDAY, MARCH 30
You're invited to a free All Church Lunch on Sunday, March 30 at 11:30 a.m. in the Great Hall, sponsored by the Evangelism Work Group. Make plans to stay after worship and enjoy pork or jalapeno and cheddar (vegetarian) tamales, rice pilaf, red or verde salsa, and assorted pies.
VICTORY OVER VIOLENCE RACE: APRIL 12
Join Team First Pres for the annual Victory Over Violence Race on April 12. Victory Over Violence is an all-ages annual fundraising event benefitting many of The Women’s Center’s anti-violence initiatives, consisting of a 5K walk/run and 1K fun run.
THURSDAY AROUND THE TABLE POTLUCK: APRIL 24
Wellness Together invites you to Thursday Around the Table! Enjoy delicious food and connect with fellow members of the First Pres community. We'll gather on Thursday, April 24 at 5:30 p.m. in the First Pres Atrium (by the Gym) to enjoy great food, meet new people, and fellowship with fellow First Pres members. Please bring your favorite main dish, and feel free to add an optional side, salad, or dessert. Drinks will be provided.
HELP FILL GOODIE BAGS FOR THE NIGHT SHELTER: APRIL 29
Presbyterian Women and the Men's Ministry are creating goodie bags for the Presbyterian Night Shelter! We are asking the men of the church to contribute by donating protein bars or small 8 oz. water bottles to the church by April 24. Our goal is to collect 500 of each item. Items may be dropped off on Sundays at the welcome desk, or in Miguel Carlin's office during the week. We'll meet on Tuesday, April 29 at 5:30 p.m. in the First Pres gym to assemble and fill the bags. Afterward, we'll enjoy pizza and salad together. We look forward to coming together with friends to make a difference for those in need! Click here to register for the packing party by April 24.
contemplative worship service: FIRST SUNDAYS AT 6:30 P.M.
Contemplative Worship Service: First Sundays, 6:30-7:15 p.m.
First Pres offers a monthly contemplative worship service on the first Sunday evening of the month from 6:30-7:15 p.m. in the Chapel. This service offers time for meditative music, silent reflection, scripture, and prayer in a candlelit chapel.
Circles of Christ
SECOND SATURDAY COFFEE AND CONVERSATION
Join Circles of Christ for coffee and conversation on the second Saturday of each month at 9 a.m. Come share a cup of coffee and your ideas for loving and learning together! For location or questions, contact the Rev. Robyn Michalove.
Men's Ministry
MONDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY
Monday mornings, 6:30-7:45 a.m.
Become part of a group of more than a dozen men who meet weekly to grow in their relationship with God and one another through Bible Study, prayer and sharing.
TAI CHI: MONDAYS AT 10 A.M.
The Wellness Committee is excited to offer Tai Chi to the First Pres community every Monday morning at 10 a.m. in Room 105. Tai Chi is a graceful form of exercise that can reduce stress and promotes general physical and mental health. Often described as meditation in motion, tai chi promotes serenity through gentle, flowing movements.
PICKLEBALL IN THE GYM
The Wellness Committee is excited to offer a number of opportunities to play Pickleball in the First Pres gym! Pickleball is a fun, social sport for all ages and skill levels that combines elements of ping-pong, badminton, and tennis, has simple rules, and is easy to learn. With two courts available, up to 8 players can get together for a fun game that is as competitive or as casual as you want it to be. Times currently available are 12-2 p.m. and 4-6 p.m. each Tuesday through Friday, and 6-8 p.m. on Wednesdays.
CLICK HERE TO RESERVE A COURT TIME
YOUNG ADULT GATHERINGS
Young Adult Social Gatherings, 1st Friday of each month
Monthly social gatherings are planned for the first week of each month. Young Adults (YAs) are invited to gather to enjoy local restaurants, game nights, escape rooms, or any ideas you might have! (See link above to see what's happening next!)
Study & Discussion, 2nd Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. Join us for a Bible Study at various locations each month.
Pickleball & Other Games, 4th Wednesday of each month, 6-8 p.m.