Youth Musical, Sunday December 8

We are excited to present our Youth Christmas Musical, "iHope Christmas," featuring a talented group of young performers and an inspiring story about kids creating their web show, “iHope Live,” named after their character, Hope. As they prepare a Christmas special, they learn valuable lessons about friendship and the true meaning of the season. Join us for this festive performance filled with original songs and heartfelt moments that promise to entertain audiences of all ages. Please note there will be no 10 am service that day, and children of all ages are encouraged to stay in worship to see the musical, with no Sunday School or childcare offered. We can't wait to celebrate the joy of the season with you!

Regular Worship Schedule will Resume on December 15

• 9 am North, Richard A. Wing Grace Hall, FC North. Casual and contemporary service. Common Grace band will provide music. Sunday School and Childcare will be provided. Read the 9 am bulletin HERE.
  
• 10 am South, Sanctuary, FC South. Traditional service with communion served weekly. Cambridge Choir will provide music. Sunday School and Childcare will be provided. Read the 10 am bulletin HERE.
  
• 11 am North, Sanctuary, FC North. Traditional service. Chancel Choir will provide music. Sunday School and Childcare will be provided. Read the 11 am bulletin HERE.

Wednesday Evening Programming - The Gathering each week at 5:30 FC North, Wing Grace Hall

**Week 2: Wednesday, December 4 at The Gathering –

"We Can't Go Alone: White Christmas"**

Join us at The Gathering for a special midweek service, as Glen takes us through the classic film White Christmas. Through the lens of Ruth 1 and Ecclesiastes 4:9-12, he will explore the importance of companionship and the strength we find in community, especially during this time when we gather to celebrate and support one another.

The Gathering resumes this week, December 4.

Join First Community each Wednesday evening at 5:30 pm in Wing Grace Hall at First Community North for a snack supper followed by a brief worship service, mid-week missions, choir activities for children, and a Bible study for adults. 

Rev. Dr. Glen Miles will begin a four-week review of the book, "Life After Doom: Wisdom and Courage for a World Falling Apart" by Brian McLaren. McLaren, a renowned theologian, provides insights on navigating challenging times, and Glen's dynamic teaching is sure to offer hope.

Don't miss out on this opportunity for inspiration and community. See you there! 

Midweek Missions & Choir 

Youth in Grades K-8 are invited to join us for Midweek Missions & Choir on Wednesday evenings at North as part of The Gathering! Participants split by age group: K-3 will spend 30 minutes in choir while grades 4-8 participate in Midweek Missions, and at 6:30 the groups will switch.  

• Midweek Missions is an opportunity for grades K-8 to do projects that support both the church and the wider community through meaningful projects. A central focus of Midweek is on building empathy as a path to seeing the humanity of all people. 
• Youth Choirs takes place on Wednesday evenings opposite Midweek Missions. Youth in grades K-8 will learn music reading skills, how to help lead worship through music, and rehearse songs to perform in worship on select Sundays. There are additional opportunities to take part in the choir programs at First Community, including Bell Choir and participating in adult choirs. For more information, click here to learn more about Youth Choirs.