FBCP Families | 06.18.2022

Hi Friends,

Happy Father's Day to all the father figures in our church family! We look forward to being in worship with you this Sunday, and free massages will be available from professionals in the back of the sanctuary. It's also Juneteenth, and PBS has some fun ideas about how to celebrate with kids. The service will feature another special hymn from our tradition, so it's going to be a full morning, indeed! 

It's time to register for kids summer camp and our youth retreat. Read on for all the details and to register your kids. If you want to help with either event, please let us know so we can get you plugged in. We need volunteers to share their passions and talents at  kids camp, and we could use some of our cooks to help prepare some snacks and meals for our youth. There are lots of ways to get involved, both during and in preparation for each event, so please join the fun!

Kids Camp

This year we will explore what it means to cultivate a sense of awe and wonder as we reflect on how we are wonderfully made! We are so excited to hang out, learn, and create as we deepen our relationships with one another. If your kids have other friends who want to get to know our church community, you are welcome to invite them. We hope that through all of our activities during the week, our kids will tap into their sense of wonder and curiosity at all of God's creation. You can register your camper here.

Youth Retreat

We are excited to get away with our youth for a time of fun and connection up on the mountain! All current and rising youth are invited to attend this overnight experience in Big Bear. We have a large cabin rented and activities planned to deepen our relationships and listen to God. We can't wait to spend more time with our youth in the great outdoors! You can register your youth here. If you need financial assistance please let me know. 

Marriage Class

This month's marriage class with John Jay and Corrie will be Sunday, June 26, from 5:00-6:30 pm in the chapel. We know this will be a time when couples can receive meaningful encouragement and support. If you plan to bring your kids for childcare, please let us know so we can prepare enough supplies and food.  

SUNDAY

KIDS

Our nursery room is open this Sunday for babies and toddlers four years old and under. Childcare will be open starting at 8:50 AM for those who are attending Sunday School before service. 

Our kids five to ten years old will join us in the sanctuary for the start of worship and then they will be dismissed with their leaders to their classrooms. This week we are looking at the ways God has shown us how much He loves us and empowers us to also impact the world for good. It's summer, so we are using the theme of "making waves" as we talk about impacting the world with loving actions like God. You might consider asking the following questions the next time you share a meal or family time together.

Discussion Questions for the Table at Home:

• What are some ways you can "make waves" in the world in positive ways like Jesus?

• When has someone else "made waves" in your life to show you the love of God?

YOUTH

Because this Sunday is Father's Day, our youth will not meet to allow them to be with their families. My apologies for the mixup in last week's email—we'll be back to our regular youth gathering next week!

Have a wonderful weekend!

With love and gratitude for you,

Pastor Lindsay

P.S. In case you missed it last week, here's a little summer guide for families to help you enjoy this season with music and simple but fun activities. We have paper copies available for those who want one, and you can access the music files that go with the guide here.

Weekly Updates 06.17.2022

Friends at FBCP,

Here are the updates and announcements you need for the week.

Tomorrow

Natalee and Gretchen will be leading an all day prayer retreat tomorrow, June 18th, from 9 am - 5 pm here at the church. Cost is $10 and includes lunch. You can register here. Email Pastor Chip for any questions.

This Sunday

• Our new teaching focus is called HYMN STUDIES. As we are able, we will be making listening tracks to go along with each week. Listen to the tracks we have so far by clicking the button above (these hymn tracks will also be our homepage for a while)!

• Join us for worship in the sanctuary at 10:30 am! 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 worship. Please note there will be no youth gathering this week so they can spend time with their families on Father’s Day. 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. We will also have a special appreciation for all the men in recognition of the many ways they can be a nurturing presence in our community and lives.

• The Friends In Deed Food Pantry item for this Sunday is rice.

Future Happenings & Other News

• Women’s Brunch is Saturday, June 25th, at 10 am outside in the park! It will be a time to share a delicious meal, get to know some awesome ladies, and hear a personal story of faith from one of the women in our community. All women and girls are welcome. Text “brunch” to 626.727.9498 to register. Email Pastor Lindsay if you have any questions.

• John Jay and Corrie will be leading the next couples class on Sunday, June 26th at 5 pm in the chapel. To sign up, you can text “couples” to (626) 727-9498. Please email Pastor Lindsay if you plan to attend and need childcare.

• 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 2022-2023 academic year can apply here. Applications are due Monday, June 27, 2022.

• We will be collecting donations for Friends In Deed’s School Supply Drive starting Sunday, July 3rd. You can bring supplies from July 3rd-17th or donate money by July 10th for Shawn Mann to purchase supplies. If you would like to help out, here are some things to consider:

  • Please avoid all red and all blue backpacks. This is very important to Friends In Deed.

  • Backpacks should be sturdy enough to handle the rigors of a student's day and the crazy amount of books they heft around, especially for our high school students.

  • The supplies needed are recommended by the Pasadena/Altadena area schools and the list can be found here.

  • They need more supplies for upper grades (6th-12th) than for lower grades.

• FBCP’s Kids Summer Camp for our kids five years old and up will be July 25th-29th from 9 am - 12 pm every day. Pastor Lindsay will be sending out registration information to parents this week. We need your help to make it a special time for our kids! Email Pastor Lindsay if you’re interested in volunteering for this year’s camp.

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

FBCP Families | 6.11.2022

Hi Friends,

Summer is here, and kids five years old and up can mark their calendars for July 25-29! We are excited to host another summer camp for our kids and any friends they want to invite to join us. Camp will run from 9 AM-12 PM each day that week. Please look out for a registration form this coming week over email. We can't wait to have fun with our kids at camp!

Speaking of summer, here's a little summer guide for families to help you enjoy this season with music and simple but fun activities. We'll have a paper copy available for those who want one, and you can access the music files that go with the guide here.

Marriage Class

This month's marriage class with John Jay and Corrie will be Sunday, June 26, from 5:00-6:30 PM in the chapel. We know this will be a time when couples can receive meaningful encouragement and support. If you plan to bring your kids for childcare, please let us know so we can prepare enough supplies and food.  

SUNDAY

KIDS

Our nursery room is open this Sunday for babies and toddlers four years old and under. Childcare will be open starting at 8:50 AM for those who are attending Sunday School before service. 

Our kids five to ten years old will join us in the sanctuary for the start of worship, and then they will be dismissed with their leaders to their classrooms. This week we are looking at the creation story in Genesis. You might consider asking the following questions the next time you share a meal or family time together.

Discussion Questions for the Table at Home:

• What is your favorite thing God created?

• What does creation tell us about God?

YOUTH

This Sunday the youth are invited to join us for another all-church potluck after worship! We will resume our regular youth gathering next Sunday.

Youth, get ready for our summer retreat! All current and rising youth are invited to join us for an overnight retreat in Big Bear July 18-20. Parents, we will be sending a registration form and more information this coming week. 

We can’t wait to worship with your families tomorrow!

With love and gratitude for you,

Pastor Lindsay

Weekly Updates 06.10.2022

Friends at FBCP,

Here are the updates and announcements you need for the week.

This Sunday

• Our new teaching focus is called HYMN STUDIES. As we are able, we will be making listening tracks to go along with each week. Listen to the tracks we have so far by clicking the button above (these hymn tracks will also be our homepage for a while)!

• Join us for worship in the sanctuary at 10:30 am and for potluck after service! 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 worship and then stay for potluck afterward. 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.

• Potluck lunch is this Sunday, June 12th! We’d like to ask based on your last name, if you’re able, to bring a dessert (A-G), a main dish (H-Q), or a side/salad (R-Z) of about 10 servings to share with your friends here. Potlucks are a special time here at FBCP, so we hope you’ll join us after service for some fantastic food and fellowship.

• The Friends In Deed Food Pantry item for this Sunday is pasta and pasta sauce.

Future Happenings & Other News

• Help give the gift of life! Sign up to participate in the American Red Cross Blood Drive FBCP is hosting on Friday, June 17th, in the gym from 9 am - 3 pm. You can go here to find out more information and/or to sign up and schedule an appointment: June 17 Blood Drive Sign up (NOTE: Be sure to sign up for the one in Pasadena located at 75 N Marengo Ave.)

• We know that God meets us where we are, but sometimes it can be hard to create space to hear. Join us at our upcoming Prayer Retreat for a day of prayer, community and connection on Saturday, June 18th, from 9 am - 5 pm. The retreat will be led by Natalee Ellis and Gretchen Saalbach, who will lead you through guided prayer exercises and allow time to process how God is speaking to you personally. Lunch will be provided. A small fee of $10 will secure your spot, and you can register here. Email Pastor Chip for any questions.

• Women’s Brunch is Saturday, June 25th, at 10 am outside in the park! It will be a time to share a delicious meal, get to know some awesome ladies, and hear a personal story of faith from one of the women in our community. All women and girls are welcome. Text “brunch” to 626.727.9498 to register. Email Pastor Lindsay if you have any questions.

• John Jay and Corrie will be leading the next couples class on Sunday, June 26th, at 5 pm in the chapel. To sign up, you can text “couples” to (626) 727-9498. Please email Pastor Lindsay if you plan to attend and need childcare.

• 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 2022-2023 academic year can apply here. Applications are due Monday, June 27, 2022.

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

Weekly Updates 06.03.2022

Friends at FBCP,

Here are the updates and announcements you need for the week.

This Sunday

• Our new teaching focus is called HYMN STUDIES. As we are able, we will be making listening tracks to go along with each week. Listen to the tracks we have so far by clicking the button above (these hymn tracks will also be our homepage for a while)!

• Join us for worship in the sanctuary at 10:30 am as we partake in communion together and witness the baby dedication of Emma Kate Dorman! The nursery will be open as usual for our toddlers and babies. Please note that because this will be the first Sunday of the month, our kids five years old and up will join us in the sanctuary for service. Our youth are invited to join us for worship. Please note the youth will take a break this week from their regular gathering afterward. Prayer ministers 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.

• The Friends In Deed Food Pantry item for this Sunday is canned chicken/tuna.

• This past Sunday we had a time to speak words of encouragement to one another during worship service, especially to our children. As we didn’t have time for everyone to share their encouragement, we wanted to make sure to pass along some words submitted to us from one of our members written for our congregation:

  “As we all experience these trials and temptations today, let us not be dismayed or to be afraid because the All-Seeing-God is watching us all. He will cover us under His wings and cover us with His feathers. He will always make a way for us. He guides us not to fear but trust in Him. He is our all in all. Let us acknowledge Him in all our ways and not to take matters in our hands. Give Him all the fear and trust.” ~ Erna Smith

Future Happenings & Other News

• It’s time for potluck again on Sunday, June 12th! We’d like to ask based on your last name, if you’re able, to bring a dessert (A-G), a main dish (H-Q), or a side/salad (R-Z) of about 10 servings to share with your friends here. Potlucks are a special time here at FBCP, so we hope you’ll join us that day for some fantastic food and fellowship.

• Help give the gift of life! Sign up to participate in the American Red Cross Blood Drive FBCP is hosting on Friday, June 17th, in the gym from 9 am - 3 pm. You can go here to find out more information and/or to sign up and schedule an appointment: June 17 Blood Drive Sign up (NOTE: Be sure to sign up for the one in Pasadena located at 75 N Marengo Ave.)

• We know that God meets us where we are, but sometimes it can be hard to create space to hear. Join us at our upcoming Prayer Retreat for a day of prayer, community and connection on June 18th from 9 am - 5 pm. The retreat will be led by Natalee Ellis and Gretchen Saalbach, who will lead you through guided prayer exercises and allow time to process how God is speaking to you personally. Lunch will be provided. A small fee of $10 will secure your spot, and you can register here. Email Pastor Chip for any questions.

• Thank you for your support given to relief work in Ukraine. American Baptist global servants Jon and Amanda Good are working directly with Ukrainian refugees and have a video update to share that you can watch here.

• 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 2022-2023 academic year can apply here. Applications are due Monday, June 27, 2022.

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

FBCP Families | 06.02.2022

Hi Friends,

Thanks to all who were able to join us last week for worship. It was really powerful to hear members of our congregation share such profound words of hope and encouragement, especially geared toward our kids. Y'all continue to be a loving and generous congregation in every regard, and I am so thankful that our kids get to grow up in a community like ours.

This Sunday is Pentecost Sunday, and we have a special opportunity for our kids to help lead us in worship. The past few weeks they have been practicing how to sign the benediction (the blessing that John Jay offers at the end of service each week) in preparation for this week. Kids are invited to sit with their families for service and will be called up for the benediction if they want to participate. To give them a final practice session, we are asking parents to bring kids at 9:30 AM on Sunday. You can drop your kids off in the chapel, and then parents are invited to hang out in the courtyard over churros and coffee before service. We hope you will take advantage of this time to connect with other parents because we have such an awesome group of them in our community (plus the churros will be delicious!). 

And as a reminder, over the next few weeks you can continue to play hymns at home and invite your kids to listen, too.  

Summer Camp

Kids, mark your calendars for July 25-29! We are excited to host another summer camp for our kids and any friends they want to invite to join us from 9AM-12PM each day that week. We'll send out a registration form in the next few weeks with more details. We can't wait!

SUNDAY

KIDS

Our nursery room is open this Sunday for babies and toddlers four years old and under. Childcare will be open starting at 8:50 AM for those who are attending Sunday School before service. 

Our kids five to ten years old will join us in the sanctuary for all of worship since this is the first Sunday of the month! If they are coming early with parents who are in a Sunday School class, they can be dropped off upstairs at 8:50 AM. We will then move to the chapel to rehearse the benediction at 9:30 AM. Parents can reunite with their kids in the lobby before worship starts.

YOUTH

Please note that this week the youth will take a week off from our regular programming. We hope they can enjoy lunch with their families, and we look forward to seeing them at our next youth hangout. Parents, keep an eye out for an important email about summer plans for youth. 

With deep affection and gratitude for you,

Pastor Lindsay

FBCP Families | 05.28.2022

Hi Friends,

I imagine that you, like me, you have been hugging your kids a little extra this week and navigating some heavy conversations at home. I'm grateful that tomorrow we can gather as a church family to ground ourselves in love and hope as we process our collective grief. We are mindful that our kids are in an especially tender place as they try to make sense of the world around them. The last two Sundays we have made promises to love and support our kids during each baby dedication, and this Sunday is a chance to live that out in a more explicit way. We will take the first part of our worship service to offer a special blessing over our kids, so please come a little before 10:30 AM to settle in the sanctuary. Blessings are one of the simple but profound and sacred acts that we do to hold one another up and proclaim the power of life over death in Jesus. We will also be honoring our two high school seniors, so it will be a special morning together as the body of Christ. I hope to see you tomorrow and am here to pray with and for your family. 

And as a reminder, over the next few weeks you can continue to play hymns at home and invite your kids to listen, too.  This week's hymn is particularly timely given recent events, so I pray your family can find peace in singing it over one another.

KIDS

Our nursery room is open this Sunday for babies and toddlers four years old and under. Childcare will be open starting at 8:50 AM for those who are attending Sunday School before service. 

Our kids five to ten years old will join us in the sanctuary for the first part of worship. They can sit with us in the front pews or with their parents, and then we will be dismissed to head to our kid spaces together. If they are coming early with parents who are in a Sunday School class, they can be dropped off upstairs at 8:50 AM. (If you need help finding the upstairs classrooms, just text Pastor Lindsay and we will help you find your way!) 

In light of recent events, this week I want to share this resource that offers some tips on making space for conversation around school violence. It is geared toward youth but is easily adaptable to younger kids as well. 

YOUTH

The youth will gather for our usual time of lunch and discussion after worship. We'll gather in the lobby after service ends, and you can pick your youth up at the front gate on Marengo at 1:30 PM (or text me if you want to pick them up on Union Street). 

Have a wonderful weekend and a blessed Sunday of worship!

With love and gratitude for you,

Pastor Lindsay

P.S. Here is a prayer for your family to use—or I encourage you to invite your kids to help write a family prayer together.

Merciful God,

Tonight you hear and see us as we cry out for justice, peace, and goodness to prevail. Thank you that you understand our groans, sighs, and deep pains that words fail to express. Liberation is at the heart of your gospel, but there is still so much we are not free from. We see our country imploding and entangled in sin; the division feels permanent and the wounds too deep for healing. 

But we proclaim that You alone are God and that You are good. You are enough for us even when we feel helpless and become weary. You remain enthroned above it all, but You also promise to be with us in the midst of chaos and fear. So we ask that your Spirit and Your Presence would fall afresh on us this evening. Where we have been wounded and re-traumatized, begin a work of divine healing. When anger threatens to consume us, draw us near to your heart and show us your path of righteousness. Steady our trembling hearts and calm our anxious minds so that we would experience deep rest and renewed strength. 

These times call for us to root ourselves deeply in You and in the bond of love we share with one another. Knit us together as the body of Christ, and keep us on the path you have called us to follow together. We breathe in your peace and exhale our despair. As many breaths as it takes, settle us in You. And when we wake in the morning, would the sunrise renew our hope in the light of Christ.

Amen.

Weekly Updates 05.27.2022

Friends at FBCP,

Here are the updates and announcements you need for the week.

Parent Night Out Postponed

Parent Night Out has been postponed due to potential exposure to Covid with some of our families and adult leaders. Stay tuned for information about a new date.

This Sunday

• Our new teaching focus is called HYMN STUDIES. As we are able, we will be making listening tracks to go along with each week. Listen to the tracks we have so far by clicking the button above (these hymn tracks will also be our homepage for a while)!

• Join us for worship in the sanctuary at 10:30 am as we celebrate our graduating high school seniors! 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 worship and then stay for our regular youth gathering and lunch. Prayer ministers 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.

• The Friends In Deed Food Pantry item for this Sunday is any non-perishable food item of your choice.

Future Happenings & Other News

• As we close out AAPI Heritage month, we want to highlight Ken Fong’s podcast as an amazing resource for our community. Not only is Ken a great conversationalist, but his combination of theological thinking and deep curiosity makes him an excellent host. His recent episode features Attorney Dale Minami, covering issues of WWII internment, redress and reparations, and the ways that movements for justice develop and thrive. Check it out here. We are blessed that Ken is part of our church community and are better for his leadership as a lifelong learner.

• Come out and support our very own Astyn Turrentine who is having her own show Wednesday, June 1st, at The Goldfish (5043 York Blvd) in Highland Park to promote and raise funds for her album currently being recorded. Doors open at 6 pm. You must be at least 21 years of age to attend and have proof of vaccination for entry. You can reserve a ticket here.It’s time for potluck again on Sunday, June 12th! We’d like to ask based on your last name, if you’re able, to bring a dessert (A-G), a main dish (H-Q), or a side/salad (R-Z) of about 10 servings to share with your friends here. Potlucks are a special time here at FBCP, so we hope you’ll join us that day for some fantastic food and fellowship.

• We need your help with potluck on Sunday, June 12th! If you can spare an hour to help us set up before or clean up after the potluck, we’re looking for you. This is a great one-time, low commitment way to serve if you’ve been wondering how you could help out here at FBCP. To sign up, email Chip or sign up at the Connections desk on Sunday.

• We know that God meets us where we are, but sometimes it can be hard to create space to hear. Join us at our upcoming Prayer Retreat for a day of prayer, community and connection on June 18th from 9 am - 5 pm. The retreat will be led by Natalee Ellis and Gretchen Saalbach, who will lead you through guided prayer exercises and allow time to process how God is speaking to you personally. Lunch will be provided. A small fee of $10 will secure your spot, and you can register here. Email Pastor Chip for any questions.

• Thank you for your support given to relief work in Ukraine. American Baptist global servants Jon and Amanda Good are working directly with Ukrainian refugees and have a video update to share that you can watch here.

• 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 2022-2023 academic year can apply here. Applications are due Monday, June 27, 2022.

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

FBCP Families | 05.21.2022

Hi Friends,

These past couple months we have been so glad to be back in our kid rooms and to have access to our building again! As we continue to make these spaces even more useful and comfortable for our kids, we are always examining our security measures and making sure we have the best environment four kids to grow and learn. You'll notice that starting this week, the glass door that leads into the education building from the courtyard will be closed at 9:30 AM and reopened after worship ends. There is a phone number posted on the door should you need a pastor to let you in during that time frame. Because kids start service in the sanctuary, only those who come at 9:00 AM during adult Sunday School should need to get in early, so we hope this system is easy for both kids and parents to navigate. We will also begin using our lobby check-in system, which will print out a ticket for parents and kids. This is a protocol we used prior to Covid, and we are glad to have our technology back up and running. We'll be ready to help you learn the system if you are new to our online check-in, so don't worry! Thanks for your help in creating a trusting and safe environment for our children. We look forward to learning together this Sunday!

And as a reminder, over the next couple of months you can continue to play hymns at home and invite your kids to listen, too. We are excited to continue our study of hymns together!

Parents Night OutDo you need a night on the town? A nap? A chance to read that book? A visit to the movie theater? Mary and I are excited to host a Parent Night Out on Friday, May 27th, from 5:30-9:00 PM. You can bring your kids and pick them up anytime during that time frame, and we will provide food and activities for the kids. Please RSVP using this link so we know how to plan for this night of fun!

KIDS

Our nursery room is open this Sunday for babies and toddlers four years old and under. Childcare will be open starting at 8:50 AM for those who are attending Sunday School before service. 

Our kids five to ten years old will join us in the sanctuary for the first part of worship. They can sit with us in the front pews or with their parents, and then we will be dismissed to head to our kid spaces together. If they are coming early with parents who are in a Sunday School class, they can be dropped off upstairs at 8:50 AM. (If you need help finding the upstairs classrooms, just text Pastor Lindsay and we will help you find your way!) 

We are finishing  up our study of Jonah this Sunday, so here are some questions to explore as a family during the week:

Discussion Questions for the Table at Home:

• What are some different ways we can pray to God when we are having a hard time? How can prayer change us?

• What are you still wondering about after hearing the story of Jonah these last few weeks?

YOUTH

The youth will gather for our usual time of lunch and discussion after worship. We'll gather in the lobby after service ends, and you can pick your youth up at the front gate on Marengo at 1:30 PM (or text me if you want to pick them up on Union Street). 

Youth, mark your calendars for Saturday, May 28th! We will attempt an escape room together (so pray we make it out alive!). We'll meet at church to eat lunch at 12:30 PM and head over to the escape room for a 2 PM reservation. Please let me know if your youth can join since we are limited in number by the escape room company.

Have a wonderful weekend and a blessed Sunday of worship!

With love and gratitude for you,

Pastor Lindsay

Weekly Updates 05.20.2022

Friends at FBCP,

Here are the updates and announcements you need for the week.

This Sunday

• Our new teaching focus is called HYMN STUDIES. As we are able, we will be making listening tracks to go along with each week. Listen to the tracks we have so far by clicking the button above (these hymn tracks will also be our homepage for a while)!

• Join us for worship in the sanctuary at 10:30 am as we witness the baby dedication of Timotheus Martinez! 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 worship and then stay for our regular youth gathering and lunch. Prayer ministers 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.

• John Jay and Corrie will be leading the next couples class on Sunday at 5 pm in the chapel. To sign up, text “couples” to (626) 727-9498. Please email Pastor Lindsay if you plan to attend and need childcare.

• Thanks to your enthusiastic response, we have sold all the available seats for next week’s private screening of Top Gun: Maverick on Thursday, May 26th, at 6 pm at The Americana in Glendale. If you signed up, please note that payment via cash or check must be received by Chip this Sunday, May 22nd, for your seat to be guaranteed. As a reminder, tickets are $5.00/person. Contact Chip if you have questions or would like to be put on the wait list.

• The Friends In Deed Food Pantry item for this Sunday is peanut butter.

Future Happenings & Other News

• Pasadena’s next City Council meeting will be this coming Monday evening on May 23rd. The agenda includes discussion of a proposal that will let churches have the option to use their land for affordable housing if they want. While FBCP is not looking to do this right now, we want to support other churches in Pasadena who want to pursue that option. Learn more about the proposal and how to show your support here.

• Pastors Lindsay and Mary are planning a night of fun for kids so parents can enjoy an evening out (also known as "Parent Night Out"). You can drop off and pick up your child anytime between 5:30-9:00 PM on Friday, May 27th, and then go do whatever you want. We'll serve dinner and provide activities for your kids! You can register your kid(s) with this link.

• 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 2022-2023 academic year can apply here. Applications are due Monday, June 27, 2022.

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

FBCP Families | 05.14.2022

Hi Friends,

I sure missed you last Sunday, and I am eager to see you tomorrow! During worship we will have a baby dedication, and those are always a powerful reminder of what it means to be a community of belonging, trust, and faithfulness. As you hear the language of dedication and witness the presence of a precious new life in our midst, I pray you feel a renewed sense of your own place in our church family. I am so thankful that you are part of this special community and that our kids have a loving place to grow in faith. 

And as a reminder, over the next couple of months you can continue to play hymns at home and invite your kids to listen, too. We are excited to continue our study of hymns together!

Parent Night Out

Do you need a night on the town? A nap? A chance to read that book? A visit to the movie theater? We are looking ahead to a Friday night when you can drop your kids off at church and head out for a fun date or whatever you want to do with that time. We did these Parent Night Out events prior to the pandemic and are excited to bring them back so that parents can have some time to themselves on a Friday night (and your kids get to have fun, too!).

If you haven't had a chance yet, could you please respond to let us know if you would take advantage of a Parent Night Out on Friday, May 27th, anytime from 5:30-9:00 PM? We know that it is Memorial Day weekend, so we are trying to get a sense of how many of you would be available to use a night with free childcare.

KIDS

Our nursery room is open this Sunday for babies and toddlers four years old and under. Childcare will be open starting at 8:50 AM for those who are attending Sunday School before service. 

Our kids five to ten years old will join us in the sanctuary for the first part of worship. They can sit with us in the front pews or with their parents, and then we will be dismissed to head to our kid spaces together. If they are coming early with parents who are in a Sunday School class, they can be dropped off upstairs at 8:50 AM. (If you need help finding the upstairs classrooms, just text Pastor Lindsay and we will help you find your way!) 

We are continuing with our study of Jonah this Sunday, so here are some questions to explore as a family during the week:

Discussion Questions for the Table at Home:

• What does the book of Jonah teach us about God's love for people—even our enemies?

• What are you still wondering about after hearing the story of Jonah these last few weeks?

YOUTH

The youth will gather for our usual time of lunch and discussion after worship. We'll gather in the lobby after service ends, and you can pick your youth up at the front gate on Marengo at 1:30 PM (or text me if you want to pick them up on Union Street). 

Youth, mark your calendars for Saturday, May 28th! We will attempt an escape room together (so pray we make it out alive!). I'll send more information to parents in the coming weeks.

I hope to see you tomorrow!

With love and gratitude for you,

Pastor Lindsay

Weekly Updates 05.13.2022

Friends at FBCP,

Here are the updates and announcements you need for the week.

This Sunday

• Our new teaching focus is called HYMN STUDIES. As we are able, we will be making listening tracks to go along with each week. Listen to the tracks we have so far by clicking the button above (these hymn tracks will also be our homepage for a while)!

• Join us for worship in the sanctuary at 10:30 am as we witness the baby dedication of Margaret Christen! 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 worship and then stay for our regular youth gathering and lunch. Prayer ministers 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.

• The Friends In Deed Food Pantry item for this Sunday is cereal.

Future Happenings & Other News

• We want to let you know about a couple members in our congregation who have asked for help as they navigate a particularly challenging time. In addition to lifting them up in prayer, you can also support them with some meals.

  • Cynthia Kirby - Cynthia’s family needs help as her daughter is on bed rest and meal preparation is difficult. If you’d like to find out more information and sign up click here.

  • Rachel Peña - Rachel and Primo need help as she recovers from arthritis inflammation and is unable to prepare dinner. To find out more information and sign up go here.

• John Jay and Corrie will be leading the next couples class on Sunday, May 22nd, at 5 pm in the chapel. To sign up, you can text “couples” to (626) 727-9498. Please email Pastor Lindsay if you plan to attend and need childcare.

• 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 2022-2023 academic year can apply here. Applications are due Monday, June 27, 2022.

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

Meal Trains for Cynthia and Rachel

Friends at FBCP,

One of the ways we practice generosity and care for each other as a community here at FBCP is through providing tangible help in times of crisis and need. We want to let you know about a couple members in our congregation who have asked for help as they navigate a particularly challenging time. In addition to lifting them up in prayer, you can also support them with some meals.

• Cynthia Kirby - Cynthia’s family needs help as her daughter is on bed rest and meal preparation is difficult. If you’d like to find out more information and sign up click here.

• Rachel Peña - Rachel and Primo need help as she recovers from arthritis inflammation and is unable to prepare dinner. To find out more information and sign up go here.

Thank you for loving on our sisters in this time of need.

Less without you,

John Jay and the Staff at FBCP

FBCP Families | 05.07.2022

Hi Friends,

We are visiting Gavin's family in North Carolina this week, so I will miss seeing you all on Sunday! I am wishing all the moms a very happy Mother's Day, and I am so thankful for the ways you have demonstrated the love of God to your kids (and that you share your wonderful kids with us!). If you want to find out some fun trivia about the origin of Mother's Day and other historical moments that happened this week in May, you might enjoy this week's Theologian's Almanac from Salt. It includes Julian of Norwich, George Lucas, and Florence Nightingale, which is quite a lineup!

And as a reminder, over the next couple of months you can continue to play hymns at home and invite your kids to listen, too. We are excited to continue our study of hymns together. 

KIDS

Our nursery room is open this Sunday for babies and toddlers four years old and under. Childcare will be open starting at 8:50 AM for those who are attending Sunday School before service. 

Our kids five to ten years old will join us in the sanctuary for the first part of worship. They can sit with us in the front pews or with their parents, and then we will be dismissed to head to our kid spaces together. If they are coming early with parents who are in a Sunday School class, they can be dropped off upstairs at 8:50 AM. (If you need help finding the upstairs classrooms, just text Pastor Lindsay and we will help you find your way!) 

We are continuing with our study of Jonah this week, so here are some questions to explore together during the week:

Discussion Questions for the Table at Home:

• What are some ways you can tell what someone is feeling?

• Who do you talk to when you are lonely or sad? When can we talk to God about our feelings? 

YOUTH

This week we will not have our youth gathering because it is Mother's Day. We hope our youth can enjoy time with their families and give their moms some extra love! 

Youth, mark your calendars for Saturday, May 28th! We will attempt an escape room together (so pray we make it out alive!). I'll send more information to parents in the coming weeks.

Have a wonderful weekend and a blessed Sunday of worship!

With much love and gratitude for you,

Pastor Lindsay

Weekly Updates 05.06.2022

Friends at FBCP,

Here are the updates and announcements you need for the week.

This Sunday

• Our new teaching focus called HYMN STUDIES started last Sunday. As we are able, we will be making listening tracks to go along with each week. You can listen to last week and this week’s tracks by clicking the button above (these hymn tracks will also be our homepage for a while)!

• Join us for worship in the sanctuary at 10:30 am! 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 worship and then stay for our regular youth gathering and lunch. Prayer ministers 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. We will also have a special appreciation for all the women in recognition of the many ways they can be a nurturing presence in our community and lives.

• Last Sunday we kicked off the Spring Sunday School classes. Classes are meeting from 9-10 am until June 19th, and childcare is available so parents can attend, too. The following three classes are being offered this time:

  • Pattern, Symbol, and Form: Exploring Faith Through Design | Jessica Henson and Chris Torres

  • Contemporary Issues: Missions | Nori Ochi

  • Incarnate: Developing a More Expansive View of Mental Health | Michael Mann and Mady Snyder

  You can read more about each class and sign up online here if you would still like to join.
  

• The Friends In Deed Food Pantry item for this Sunday is canned chicken/tuna.

Future Happenings & Other News

• We have a Basics Class after worship service next Sunday, May 15th, at 12:30 pm in the parlor for those who are interested in learning more about our church and/or becoming members. Pastors John Jay and Chip will go over our history as an American Baptist church and what it means to be part of the FBCP community. Lunch will be provided. Email Pastor Chip for more details.

• John Jay and Corrie will be leading the next couples class on Sunday, May 22nd, at 5 pm in the chapel. To sign up, you can text “couples” to (626) 727-9498. Childcare will be provided.

• Please keep Stormie and Dustin in your prayers in this tender season. You can also support them in the coming weeks by helping to provide meals. There are still some slots available in May, so click here for more details and to sign up for the meal train.

• 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 2022-2023 academic year scholarship can apply here. Applications are due Monday, June 27, 2022.

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

FBCP Families | 04.30.2022

Hi Friends,

It was awesome to have our kids join us for the start of worship last week, and we look forward to having that as a regular practice. Tomorrow is the first Sunday of the month, which means that kids who are not in the nursery will join us in the sanctuary for the entire service. It is also the Sunday when we share communion, and I encourage you to talk about that sacrament with your kids. They are always welcome to come to the table when they feel comfortable and ready to do so. Some of our kids will help prepare the elements before service starts, so it is going to be a beautiful picture of all ages working together as a church family. 

This Sunday we start a new preaching series on hymns, and it's going to be such a fun and rich time of learning each week. You can play this week's hymn at home and invite your kids to listen, too. There is much beauty and profound insight in the hymns we sing, and we are excited to explore them together with fresh ears and eyes. Happy listening!

KIDS

Our nursery room is open this Sunday for babies and toddlers four years old and under. Childcare will be open starting at 8:50 AM for those who are attending Sunday School before service. 

Our kids five to ten years old will join us in the sanctuary for worship. If they are coming early with parents who are in a Sunday School class, they can be dropped off upstairs at 8:50 AM. Parents can then pick them up before they go to worship. (If you need help finding the upstairs classrooms, just text Pastor Lindsay and we will help you find your way!) 

You might want to have some discussion this week about how your kids are experiencing church and our worship service. It's a great time to let them ask questions, too!

Discussion Questions for the Table at Home:

• What stood out to you in worship on Sunday?

• Why do you think it is important to have people of all ages in our church family?

YOUTH

This week we are on track for our regular youth gathering after service. We'll gather in the courtyard for lunch and discussion based on the hymn and scripture from worship. 

Next week we will not have our youth gathering because it is Mother's Day. We hope our youth can enjoy time with their families and give their moms some extra love.

Have a wonderful weekend, and I hope to see you tomorrow!

With love and gratitude for you,

Pastor Lindsay

P.S. Because we just celebrated Earth Day, here are some fun ways to invite kids to be  involved in recycling at home.

Weekly Updates 04.29.2022

Friends at FBCP,

Here are the updates and announcements you need for the week.

This Sunday

• Our new teaching focus called HYMN STUDIES starts this Sunday. As we are able, we will be making listening tracks to go along with each week. The first two week’s are ready for you to listen, just click the button above (these hymn tracks will also be our homepage for a while)!

• Join us for worship in the sanctuary at 10:30 am as we partake in communion together! The nursery will be open as usual for our toddlers and babies. Please note that because this will be the first Sunday of the month, our kids five years old and up will join us in the sanctuary for service. Our youth are invited to join us for worship and then stay for our regular youth gathering and lunch. Prayer ministers 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.

• We’ll be starting the Spring Sunday School classes this Sunday, May 1st. Classes will meet for eight weeks from 9-10 am before service, and childcare will be available so parents can attend, too. We’ll be offering the following three classes this time:

  • Pattern, Symbol, and Form: Exploring Faith Through Design | Jessica Henson and Chris Torres

  • Contemporary Issues: Missions | Nori Ochi

  • Incarnate: Developing a More Expansive View of Mental Health | Michael Mann and Mady Snyder

  You can read more about each class and sign up online here.
  

• The Friends In Deed Food Pantry item for this Sunday is peanut butter.

Future Happenings & Other News

• Thursday noon Bible study will be resuming next week on May 5th. Email Pastor Chip if you would like more details.

• Thursday, May 5th, is the National Day of Prayer. There are two local community events happening that day sponsored by some of our local ministry partners:

  • The Annual Pasadena Mayor’s Interfaith Prayer Breakfast hosted by Friends In Deed will take place at the Pasadena Convention Center from 7:30-9 am. Seats are available so contact Pastor Chip for more information.

  • The Clergy Community Coalition will be hosting a Citywide Worship and Prayer Event in the evening from 7-8:30 pm outside at Memorial Park. You can find out more information here.

• We will be having our Basics Class after worship service on Sunday, May 15th, at 12:30 pm in the parlor for those who are interested in learning more about our church and/or becoming members. Pastors John Jay and Chip will go over our history as an American Baptist church and what it means to be part of the FBCP community. Lunch will be provided. Email Pastor Chip for more details.

• Please keep Stormie and Dustin in your prayers in this tender season. You can also support them in the coming weeks by helping to provide meals. There are still some slots available in May, so click here for more details and to sign up for the meal train.

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

FBCP Families | 04.23.2022

Hi Friends,

Happy Easter! It was such a beautiful time together with all of you as we celebrated the resurrection last Sunday. Watching our kids hunt eggs, play, and paint together was a blast! This week we will begin a regular practice of having kids join us for the first part of worship. We are excited for them to get a chance to sing and feel part of our larger church community before heading to their classrooms. Parents, you can sit with your kids for the first part of worship or you can bring them to Pastor Mary and me in the first couple pews down in the front of the sanctuary. There will be a clear dismissal time for any kids who are still sitting with their families, and you can pick your kids up in their classrooms upstairs after worship. If you joined us more recently and aren't sure where to find the classrooms, we will have people ready to help show you the way. We look forward to seeing you tomorrow!

Marriage Class

This month Iris and Jason Chen are leading the couples class, and it promises to be a rich time of learning and sharing. The class will run this Sunday from 5:00-6:30 pm in the chapel. We know this will be a time when couples can receive meaningful encouragement and support. If you plan to bring your kids for childcare, please let us know so we can prepare enough supplies and food.  

KIDS

Our nursery room is open this Sunday for babies and toddlers four years old and under. Childcare will be open starting at 10:15 AM so you can drop your child off and head to the sanctuary for worship. 

Our kids five to ten years old will join us in the sanctuary for the start of worship and then they will be dismissed with their leaders to their classrooms. This week we are starting a new study of Jonah, and we are excited to explore the story together. You might consider asking the following questions the next time you share a meal or family time together.

Discussion Questions for the Table at Home:

• What was Jonah supposed to tell the people of Nineveh?

• When have you felt scared or unsure about something you have been asked to do? How can the story of Jonah help you the next time?

YOUTH

This week we are on track for our regular youth gathering after service. We'll gather in the courtyard for lunch and a time of discussion as we talk about the meaning of Easter together. We'll also keep taking steps with our youth room renovation project.

Have a wonderful weekend, and I hope to see you Sunday!

With love and gratitude for you,

Pastor Lindsay

Weekly Updates 04.22.2022

Friends at FBCP,

Here are the updates and announcements you need for the week.

This Sunday

• Join us for worship in the sanctuary at 10:30 am ! 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 worship and then stay for our regular youth gathering and lunch. Prayer ministers 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.

• The Friends In Deed Food Pantry item for this Sunday is cereal.

• Iris and Jason Chen will be leading the third couples class on Sunday evening at 5 pm in the chapel. To sign up, you can text “couples” to (626) 727-9498. Please email Pastors Lindsay and Mary if you need childcare during this month’s class.

Future Happenings & Other News

• Thursday noon Bible study will be resuming next week on April 28th. Email Pastor Chip if you would like more details.

• We’ll be starting the Spring Sunday School classes on Sunday, May 1st. Classes will meet for eight weeks from 9-10 am before service, and childcare will be available so parents can attend, too. We’ll be offering the following three classes this time:

  • Pattern, Symbol, and Form: Exploring Faith Through Design | Jessica Henson and Chris Torres

  • Contemporary Issues: Missions | Nori Ochi

  • Incarnate: Developing a More Expansive View of Mental Health | Michael Mann and Mady Snyder

  You can read more about each class and sign up online here. We will also have sign-ups at the Connections Desk in the church lobby this Sunday, April 24th.

• Please keep Stormie and Dustin in your prayers in this tender season. You can also support them in the coming weeks by helping to provide meals. There are still some slots available in May, so click here for more details and to sign up for the meal train.

• We are grateful to partner with and support Melanie Baggao, Kit Ripley, Tim and Patti Long, and Rich and Laura Freeman in the work they do as American Baptist global servants working directly with refugees, migrants, and/or vulnerable girls and women around the world. Go here to read their latest news and to learn about how God is at work through them.

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

FBCP Families | 04.16.2022

Hi Friends,

A huge thanks to our kids for doing such a beautiful job leading worship on Palm Sunday! Their presence was such a blessing, and it was a lovely picture of God's kingdom to see them and the adult choir singing and praising God together. An extra thanks to our parents who came a little early to help the morning go smoothly. We are so grateful for our families with kids! 

As we wait on this Holy Saturday for the resurrection of our Lord, I pray that you are able to pause and be still for a moment. Tomorrow will surely be a day for great rejoicing, but God is with us in the waiting. I have thought many times today about how quiet the world must have seemed to the disciples as they grieved this day. If you are in a season of waiting in your own life, know that God is present with you in that sacred in-between space, and we are here to hold you in hope. 

Easter for Kids and Youth

We have a special morning for our church family tomorrow, and we hope you can join us! Come at 10:00 AM for an all-church potluck brunch in our courtyard by the sanctuary. There will also be a live mariachi band, and you're invited to bring flowers to place on the cross before worship begins. Pastor Mary and I will have an egg hunt and a craft table for our kids, and they are invited to bring their Easter baskets if they have a special one they use each year (if not, we'll have some extra!).  

We'll begin worship at 11:00 AM in the sanctuary. Our youth and all kids five years old and up will join us in the sanctuary for Easter service, and we are excited that one of our kids will be baptized in worship, too! We'll have nursery childcare as usual for our littlest ones during worship starting at 10:50 AM. We hope to see you there for this most special morning as we celebrate the reality of the resurrection!

Waiting in great hope with you,

Pastor Lindsay