First Church Fall 2023 Events

Backpack Blessing

August 27th

A backpack blessing is a moment set aside during our worship service to encourage students. Doing so celebrates with the excited and soothes the anxious. No matter the age or how a student is feeling about the upcoming school year, a backpack blessing is a valuable ritual within our faith family.


Back to Church Sunday

September 10

We are not meant to live life alone. God has designed us to be in community with family and friends where we support each other and share life together. Think about it: It’s more fun to share experiences with friends – everything from going to the movies, to sporting events, even just shopping is a lot more fun when shared with other people. The same is true for going to church! Join this Sunday and bring a friend!


Church Picnic

September 10, 1-4 PM

Long's Park, Pavilion #3

Bring a friend to church and then join us for lunch!  There is plenty of food and fun for all!  


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Anchor Gala

September 21

The Inn at Leola Village

Save the date!  More info to come.  


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YOUTH MINI GOLF

October 1, 12 PM


Youth grades 6th-12th invited to mini golf at Village Green in Strasburg. Meeting at church at 12 pm to carpool. Email Christian Faux, youth leader to sign up.


FALL SMALL GROUPS


The Cost of Control

By Sharon Hodde Miller

A Six-Week Study with Pastor Laura Sambrick

Wednesdays, 7 PM

In person and online

October 4-November 8


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Questions Jesus Asked

By Magrey R. deVega

A Six-Week Study With Pastor Joe Dipaolo

Thursdays 10 am Room 232/234

Thursdays 7 pm online

October 5-November 9


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SOUND OF ROSES

Friday, October 6

An outdoor concert on Walnut Street entrance, otherwise known as “Stage 29”


There’s nothing like First Friday in Lancaster City! Join us on the Walnut Street steps for an evening of music with the Sound of Roses. The Sound of Roses is a large band that plays jazz, disco, rock, and swing music.


TREE PLANTING DAY

Healing Creation

with Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay

Saturday, October 14, 10 AM-1 PM

Manheim

Come help us plant trees in a riparian forest buffer! All tools provided. 


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MINISTRY FAIR

Get in the Game!

Sunday, October 15

8:15, 9:30 and 10:45


Don’t miss this great opportunity to “Get in the Game” and start using your talents and time for service here at First Church. Check out all the ministry teams, find out the team purpose, meet the other team members, see what skills and time are required, then join the team of your choice! Putting your time and talents into action is a way to grow, a way to give back to our church, and a way to glorify God.


Allegro Orchestra Lancaster Presents

HALLOWEEN AND THE LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW

Friday, October 20th 2023 | 7:30 PM

Saturday, October 21st 2023|7:30PM

Sanctuary

Children ages 5-18 can attend our concerts for free with a paying adult!


Repertoire:

Jim Stephenson: Legend of Sleepy Hollow,

Mozart : Symphony No. 36 “Linz


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FALL FESTIVAL

Saturday, October 28

12 -2 PM

Celebration Center


FREE, FUN, FAMILY EVENT for children 3 years old-5th grade. Come dressed in your favorite costume. Children will enjoy a costume contest, pumpkin decorating, candy, games, prizes and more! All are welcome!


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TRIVIA NIGHT

Friday, November 3, 6-8 PM

Fellowship Hall

Hosted by Jason Perkowski

Music, food, fun!


Come test your knowledge of pop culture, history, and so much more! Form a team and compete for prizes. Pizza served at 6. Trivia begins at 6:30. Suggested donation of $5 per person.


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SERVICE OF HEALING AND PRAYER

Wednesday, November 15, 7 PM

Sanctuary


Join us as we ask for God's blessing of physical, mental, spiritual, emotional healing for ourselves and our loved ones. All are welcome!



Allegro Orchestra Lancaster Presents

DON QUICHOTTE

Friday, November 17th 2023 | 7:30 PM

Sanctuary


Repertoire:

Telemann: Don Quichotte

Linda Robbins Coleman: Hibernia Suite

Bach: Brandenburg No. 4


PURCHASE TICKETS HERE