Mission Work Day at Second Harvest, April 5

Saturday, April 5, 8:20am-11:30amOn April 5 we will meet at Second Harvest to assist with packaging and organizing. Open to anyone 12 years old and older. Bring three-five dry good items to contribute to Food Bank. Wear closed toe shoes and shirts with sleeves (no tank tops). Meet at 2802 Dairy Dr, Madison at 8:20am and work until 11:30am. If …

Sharing Our Journeys, Sunday, Mar. 9, 11am

Our theme for the day is “Becoming Better Acquainted with Some of our Newer Members”. Since the summer of 2024 we have welcomed 11 new members to our First Church family.  In order to become better acquainted with each other, 9 of the new members are available  and have agreed to come to Sharing our Journeys this Sunday to tell …

February-March Adopt-a-School Update

By Kathy Carpenter Posting a picture of myself is not something I normally do, but this was a proud moment I wanted to share with all of you. This week I handed over the bike sponsorship donations (all $1100!!!)  to Antonio, along with this cute bike donated by O’uma Toon. They were thrilled that 25 children will receive bikes, helmets …

Mihee Kim-Kort, April 26

Lyons Lecture Series Presents A Person of Good Character: On Race, Religion and Citizenship  Featuring: Mihee Kim-Kort A scholar of American religions, Mihee explores gender and race in the United States, with an emphasis on Asian-American cultural productions and transpacific Christianities. Her work has been featured in The New York Times, TIME, BBC World Service, USA Today, Huffington Post, and many more. Books by Mihee …

Lenten Book Study & Discussion Groups

Beginning March 3 During Lent, we’ll be focused on Amy-Jill Levine’s book “Jesus for Everyone – Not Just Christians”.  The historical and cultural influence of Jesus leads to a deeper understanding of faith, ethics, and the world in which we live. In worship and small groups we’ll focus on one chapter a week. With the intention of meeting Jesus in …

Green Team Times – Feb. 2025

Welcome to 2025 – Are you planning a special event at your place of employment, at your place of worship. If so, why not challenge yourself to make it as sustainable as possible.  Below are a few tips from the 13 STEPS TO SUSTAINABILITY GUIDE put together by United Women in Faith.1. Well-being of participants – is the location a …