Join us on Sunday, July 11
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Worship Service at 10am.
In-person and livestreaming!
Plan to arrive early
so you can be checked in
at the one entry door on Willett St by the ramp.
If you are handicapped, please park in the church lot,
and check in at the elevator door.
Remember to wear a mask.
We continue to live stream on Facebook.
Click here to connect on Sunday.
You will find the bulletin for Sunday here.
Offering of Our Gifts
You can mail offering to: FPC, 362 State St, Albany, NY 12210
Or go on line to donate (www.firstpresalbany.org/donate/)
Thank you for your continued support of FPC ministries.
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Fellowship Time at 11am.
After the service, ushers will show you the doors
to exit onto Willett and State Streets.
Join us in the parking lot for
Fellowship Time.
We’ll have drinks and snacks and
enjoy conversation with one another!
(unfortunately, if it’s raining we’ll have to cancel)
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Wondering what to expect on Sunday?
Click here to view a video
Session members created
to give you a sense of what to expect
coming back to in-person worship.
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Resource: This is the Fire: What I Say to My Friends About Racism by CNN Anchor of CNN Tonight, Don Lemon
Reviewed by Janna Pfluger-Boucher
This book is a very good, informative, instructive and enjoyable read. It comprises a series of articles, letters, and essays on racism. Mr. Lemon writes about personal experiences and also includes lessons in historical and current events. All of the chapters flow seamlessly throughout the book. They provide a roadmap of the history of racism in this country. At page 20 Mr. Lemon writes "This is the fire. We're in it. JFK and Obama led us to the rainbow; Trump forced us into the fire. And then he poured gasoline on it." Keep reading to the end for the chapter entitled "How Change Happens" for ideas on what we all can do to respond to and effectuate change.
Do you have an antiracism book or other resource you want to share?
One First Pres priority is “combating systemic racism both within and outside the church.” Many of you are already reading and discussing books and articles that address this underlying racism, and the Membership Committee invites you to share your insights and thoughts in First Pres eblasts. What did you find enlightening? For whom would you recommend this particular book or article? Reviews of other media addressing racism, such as movies, TV shows, podcasts and children’s resources are welcome. Please email your mini review to: Carol Green. Questions about reviews may be directed to Carol Green at email or call or text 518-331-1447.
Click here for past reviews
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Be a witness of support to the Black Lives Matter movement
every Tuesday from noon to 1:00pm.
Join others on State S.t in front of Westminster Presbyterian Church
with your mask (not-optional) and a sign (optional).
This effort is being spear-headed by Elizabeth McMillan at WPC.
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The First Presbyterian Church awards educational grants to church members who seek financial assistance in continuing their education. These funds may be used during the school year for any type of studies beyond high school. All you need to do is fill out the application and send it to the church. The deadline is August 1, 2021. For additional information please contact Roseline Takor at roselinearah@yahoo.com.
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Sunday, 7/11 10:00am In-Person Worship Service (communion)
Live Streaming Worship Service on Facebook
11:00am Outside Fellowship Time
Sunday, 7/18 10:00am In-Person Worship Service (communion)
Live Streaming Worship Service on Facebook
11:00am Outside Fellowship Time
Saturday, 7/24 4:00pm Youth Group Pool Party
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