Introducing
We are excited to have Riley Taylor joining our FBCP staff as a summer intern from May 27th-August 13th. Keep an eye out for him this Sunday as he joins us in worship. He will be assisting with the Thursday Bible study, Sunday worship team, preaching, music-making, grabbing coffees with people, navigating the metro system, and lots more! Be sure to say hi and welcome him to our church family! To hear an introduction audio recording from Riley, you can click here.
Sunday
Spring Sunday School classes continue on Sundays at 9 a.m. through June 25th. Email Pastor Chip with any questions.
Spiritual Values in Literature: Gilead by Rene Scheys (Parlor)
Spiritual Growth by Jerry Brown (Southside Room)
Emotion Management by Gaby Martinez (Room 211)
Join us at 10:30 a.m. for worship in the Sanctuary! The nursery will be open as usual for our toddlers and babies. Our kids five years old and up can join us for the first part of worship and then will be dismissed to their classrooms with their leaders. They can sit with their parents or join us in the front rows at the start of service. Our youth are invited to join us for our regular lunch and fellowship after service. The Prayer team will be available at the front of the sanctuary toward the end of the service to pray with those who would like to receive prayer.
Join us in thanking Pastor Angel for her amazing service to our congregation as she transitions off staff this week. She had her hand on everything from pastoral care meetings with folks, navigating complex electrical and plumbing updates, to streamlining our computer programs and everything in-between. We are so thankful for who she is and how she has juggled many hats while working on her PhD at Fuller. Thank you Pastor Angel!
Our Yarn Crafts Group will meet after service Sunday in the Parlor, and they have a special project to work on together. Text “yarn” to 626.727.9498 if you’re new!
Dribble the ball this Sunday with our Easy-Going Basketball Group at 7 p.m. in the Gym. Headed by Jason C, this team is for everyone who loves the game but isn’t fresh off the college bench. Email Misterjchen@gmail.com if you have questions.
Tyler recorded a beautiful reading of this week's scripture, Romans 16. Listen to her collaboration with John Jay here in preparation for Sunday worship.
Calling all graduates! Let us know what you studied and where you are graduating from on this form. We would love to honor all the graduates during worship service on June 11th.
This week the Friends In Deed food pantry items are soup, stew or chili.
Coming Up
We'll be hosting a Blood Drive in the Gym on Friday, June 2nd, from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. If you or someone you know is able and willing to donate, please sign up here. We greatly appreciate you joining forces with us to generously give the gift of life.
Pastor John Jay will be leading three sessions this summer on “Healing the Masculine.” These sessions build upon one another, so it is best to attend all three. This work is not limited to men, but it is geared toward people exploring the masculine side of their humanity. We welcome anyone 14 and older because it is better to learn these practices early. The sessions will be held on June 3rd, July 8th, and August 5th at 10 a.m. in the Chapel. Sign-up and payment information is found on the link above.
Our men’s ministry hopes you can join us for breakfast tacos on Saturday, June 3rd, from 9-10 a.m. before Pastor John Jay’s “Healing the Masculine” seminar. It will be a great time of food and fellowship, and we promise to have coffee, too!
We would like to invite any new folks to enjoy a cup of coffee and scones with Pastor John Jay from 9-10 a.m. on Sunday, June 4th, in his office (enter on Holly St.). Sign up by texting “coffee” to 626.727.9498. Come with any questions or comments and get to know more about our church through this casual conversation.
The FBCPride Group invites the church to attend the Altadena Walkabout on Saturday, June 10th. This event is an LGBTQ pride month celebration, which promotes resources and acceptance in the local community. For more information about the pride group, text “pride” to 626.727.9498, and for more information about the event, click here for a schedule of the day and here for a map of the route.
It’s potluck time! Join us after worship in the Gym on Sunday, June 11th, for one of our favorite traditions. Potlucks are a special time for us to come together as church family and meet a new friend or say hi to a dear one. Based on your last name, if you’re able, please bring a dessert (A-G), main dish (H-Q), or side or salad (R-Z) of about 10 servings to share with your friends here at FBCP. Thank you for your generosity!
Kids Camp is around the corner, June 19th-23rd, from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. This year we will explore how God created us to shine with light and goodness. There are so many ways God has infused creation with light, both literally and metaphorically. We are excited to tap into the light of Christ as we hang out, learn, and create with one another. If your kids have other friends who want to get to know our church community, you are welcome to invite them—and adults, let us know if you’re interested in volunteering. Sign up here and email Pastor Lindsay with anything related to Kids Camp.
The FBCP Foundation is a separate entity established in 1958 by members committed to contributing financially to the church in the present and future years. Each year the Foundation has some funds set aside to disburse to FBCP members for post-secondary educational scholarships. Members interested in applying for the 2023-24 academic year can apply here. Due June 26.
Weekly + Biweekly Happenings
Spring Sunday School | Weekly at 9 a.m. 4/23 thru 6/25
Thursday Noon Bible Study | Weekly at 12 p.m. | Parlor
Yarn Crafts Group | Biweekly at 12 p.m. | 5/28 in the Parlor
Easy-Going Basketball | Biweekly at 7 p.m. | 5/28 in the Gym
Six Weeks at a Glance
5/29 - Memorial Day | Office Closed
6/2 - Blood Drive
6/3 - Men’s Breakfast
6/3 - Healing the Masculine
6/4 - Coffee + Coversation
6/10 - Altadena Pride Walkabout
6/11 - Church Potluck
6/17 - Women’s Brunch
6/18 - Father’s Day (Massage!)
6/19 - Kids Camp (thru 6/23)
6/23 - Dodger Game
6/25 - FBCPride Party
7/8 - Healing the Masculine #2
Grace and peace to you as we head into the weekend. We can’t wait to worship with you in our sanctuary on Sunday!
Less without you,
The FBCP Community
