Weekly Announcements
In-Person Worship Susended.
The Task Force on Reopening held their most recent meeting on Thursday, January 7. It was unanimously agreed that the current status of the COVID-19 pandemic is so severe that it still prevents us from returning to in-person worship.
At this time, we will continue to worship via Livestream from the Sanctuary on Sunday mornings at 9:00 a.m. Services may be viewed by visiting www.fpcgastonia.org/livestream.
Although we pray it will be safe to worship in the sanctuary come Palm Sunday, the Task Force will not be aiming for a specific date to reopen until it is determined that the coast is truly clear. In the meantime, the Task Force will provide ongoing updates.
Godspeed and thank you for your patience,
The Session, Staff, and the Task Force on Reopening
At this time, we will continue to worship via Livestream from the Sanctuary on Sunday mornings at 9:00 a.m. Services may be viewed by visiting www.fpcgastonia.org/livestream.
Although we pray it will be safe to worship in the sanctuary come Palm Sunday, the Task Force will not be aiming for a specific date to reopen until it is determined that the coast is truly clear. In the meantime, the Task Force will provide ongoing updates.
Godspeed and thank you for your patience,
The Session, Staff, and the Task Force on Reopening
Sunday School Video Lesson
Check your email Sunday morning at 10:00 a.m., for our adult Sunday School lesson taught by Charles Davenport. View past videos or lessons by using the link below.
January Food Collection for Crisis Assistance Ministry
During the month of January we will be collecting non-perishable food and pantry items for Crisis Assistance Ministry (CAM). Please drop off your donations at the Reception Desk to fill the shelves at CAM and the stomachs of the hungry in our community!
fOod for Thought: Weekly Zoom Fellowship
Food for Thought continues this Tuesday, January 26, at 12:00 p.m. as Fred continues to teach “All Marked Up,” an overview of the book of Mark. We invite you to bring your lunch and join us on Zoom as you are able. Lesson outlines and information to join the Zoom meeting are available below.
COVID-19 Vaccine Information
A tested, safe, and effective vaccine is currently available to those over the age of 65 or who are essential/healthcare workers. Clinics are now being hosted every Friday and Wednesday at the Gastonia Farmer's Market for those who live or work in Gaston County.
You must have an appointment to receive a vaccine. Make your appointment by visiting www.gastonsave.com/covid19vaccine or by calling the registration hotline at 704-866-3170.
You must have an appointment to receive a vaccine. Make your appointment by visiting www.gastonsave.com/covid19vaccine or by calling the registration hotline at 704-866-3170.
Souper Bowl of CaringFPC Youth will collect a special offering benefiting Christ Community Outreach Food Ministry on February 7, in recognition of the Souper Bowl of Caring. The Souper Bowl of Caring reminds us that while we enjoy the Super Bowl football game, there are many within our community who go without a bowl of soup to eat.
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Blanket Sunday
We see all kinds of disasters every day on the news. Prayerfully consider making a donation on February 21, Blanket Sunday, to help families suffering disasters everywhere. All donations go to Church World Service to be used around the world to help families recover from disasters. CWS helps people in a time of crisis by giving them the resources they need for the long road to recovery. Blankets and other types of support are provided by CWS not only in the United States; but also around the world anywhere disaster strikes. Blanket Sunday is just one of the many ministries that Presbyterian Women support. Each $10.00 donation provides a blanket for someone in need at home and abroad. To learn more about this ministry, please visit www.cwsblankets.org.
Presbyterian Women Scholarships
A new school year may have high school seniors thinking about college scholarships for 2021. Some families may need financial help more than ever this upcoming year. The Presbyterian Women of the Presbytery of Western North Carolina offer college scholarships in the amount of $1,500 per academic year. Scholarships are funded by the Presbyterian Women and are available to both men and women. Applicants must be members of a Presbyterian Church of the Presbytery of Western North Carolina, and are available to high school seniors or those already in college. The criteria for awarding scholarships are: need for financial assistance, scholastic ability, leadership of applicant in church, school and community.
Packets containing information and application forms are available at the reception desk - please call Donna and she will make it available for pickup. The scholarship application is also posted on the website of the Presbytery of Western North Carolina, https://www.presbyterywnc.org/ministry/presbyterian-women
Application deadline is February 15, 2021.
Packets containing information and application forms are available at the reception desk - please call Donna and she will make it available for pickup. The scholarship application is also posted on the website of the Presbytery of Western North Carolina, https://www.presbyterywnc.org/ministry/presbyterian-women
Application deadline is February 15, 2021.
NC MedAssist Medication Giveaway
On February 5, the Gastonia Parish Nurse Ministry will host an over-the-counter medication giveaway in the parking lot of First United Methodist Church. Use the link below to place your free order, then drive-thru pickup will be available on February 5.
On average, you will get $100 worth of product/per person. If you are homebound or cannot get there yourself, you can have someone else pick up your order for you.
If you would like to volunteer, please sign up at http://cerv.is/m?0332gJBXRee.
In addition, NC MedAssist also has programs to help those who qualify for ongoing access to FREE prescription medication, as well as senior adults on Medicare when they get into the "Donut Hole" - a temporary limit on what the drug plan will cover. Contact 866-331-1348 or www.medassist.org to learn if you qualify.
On average, you will get $100 worth of product/per person. If you are homebound or cannot get there yourself, you can have someone else pick up your order for you.
If you would like to volunteer, please sign up at http://cerv.is/m?0332gJBXRee.
In addition, NC MedAssist also has programs to help those who qualify for ongoing access to FREE prescription medication, as well as senior adults on Medicare when they get into the "Donut Hole" - a temporary limit on what the drug plan will cover. Contact 866-331-1348 or www.medassist.org to learn if you qualify.
Caring Cupboard
We invite you to check out our newly installed Caring Cupboard, located outside the Chapel portico entrance. This special cupboard will provide non-perishable food and toiletry items for our neighbors in need. If you see that our stock is running low, add a few pantry staples of your own! Non-perishable foods can include, but are not necessarily limited to: canned meats, canned vegetables of all varieties, fruit (in cans or plastic packaging), canned pastas (like ravioli, beefaroni, etc.), canned tomato sauce, boxed pasta (like spaghetti), canned soups and stews, macaroni-and-cheese boxes, rice, peanut butter and jelly (no glass jars, please!), granola bars, cereal. These small donations will help to fill in the gaps for families and individuals in our community.
Thank you to Kathryn Cupp, a student at Stuart Cramer High School, for making this project possible.
Thank you to Kathryn Cupp, a student at Stuart Cramer High School, for making this project possible.
Sr. High Mission Trip
Don't miss this incredible opportunity to serve as the Sr. High Youth travel to Lexington County, SC, July 18-24! With Next Step Ministries, we'll have the chance to partner with local churches and organizations on projects ranging from construction work to serving food to leading VBS. Come be the hands and feet of Christ and serve alongside our SC neighbors! Registration and a $50 deposit are due by March 10. Register by January 27 and get $10 off the $150 total cost!
Volunteers Needed!
New or old volunteers can assist with one night or many, whatever works for your schedule! When you sign up, you're committing yourself to an incredibly fun evening with some awesome people! You'll meet Susannah at the PAD parking lot at 5:15 p.m. to help set up, and, once the youth arrive, you'll be needed to help pass out materials, serve dinner, and keep everyone on task. We will wrap up at 8:00 pm. This is a great chance to spend some time in fellowship, plus dinner will be provided! Sign up using the link below!
You can also sign up to help with our Wednesday Night Alive Children's Ministry program on Wednesday evenings! Join us outside on the Chapel Breezeway to help set up for and chaperone our gatherings. Volunteers are asked to stay from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Come and experience the wonder of learning about our incredible God alongside our children!
You can also sign up to help with our Wednesday Night Alive Children's Ministry program on Wednesday evenings! Join us outside on the Chapel Breezeway to help set up for and chaperone our gatherings. Volunteers are asked to stay from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Come and experience the wonder of learning about our incredible God alongside our children!
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