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“Making the Bible Your Own”: A Harmony of the Four Gospels
At First Pres, Lower Level, Room 14 111 Capital Ave NE, Battle Creek, MI, United StatesSee the gospel texts side by side. Compare, contrast and consider: Why are there 4 different gospels? Why aren't they identical? Is it a problem or not? Books will be available in the classroom. It is not necessary to sign up ahead of time.
Second Mile Center Kids to Visit!
The Second Mile Center was founded by the Presbyterian Women of Detroit in 2006. It is a Christ-centered community program, shining brightly in one of the most challenging areas of Detroit. They do a lot for inner city kids - providing a place of hope where they are fed and kept safe. First Pres has…
“Making the Bible Your Own”: A Harmony of the Four Gospels
At First Pres, Lower Level, Room 14 111 Capital Ave NE, Battle Creek, MI, United StatesSee the gospel texts side by side. Compare, contrast and consider: Why are there 4 different gospels? Why aren't they identical? Is it a problem or not? Books will be available in the classroom. It is not necessary to sign up ahead of time.
An Evening of Comfort, Hope, & Vision
Fellowship HallTuesday, May 7th will be an evening of hope to share with our community. Gerard Long (past director of Alpha USA) and his wife, Jeannie, will be speaking in Fellowship Hall. Gerard and Jeannie have come to know and love God in a profound way. It’s this love that has enabled them to persevere through…
“Making the Bible Your Own”: A Harmony of the Four Gospels
At First Pres, Lower Level, Room 14 111 Capital Ave NE, Battle Creek, MI, United StatesSee the gospel texts side by side. Compare, contrast and consider: Why are there 4 different gospels? Why aren't they identical? Is it a problem or not? Books will be available in the classroom. It is not necessary to sign up ahead of time.
Heritage Sunday: Mr. Rogers Before the Neighborhood
While a college senior, Fred Rogers became "appalled by what were labeled as children's programs." He wanted to enter seminary after college but instead: "I went into television because I hated it so, and I thought there must be some way of using this fabulous instrument to nurture those who would watch and listen." In…
“Making the Bible Your Own”: A Harmony of the Four Gospels
At First Pres, Lower Level, Room 14 111 Capital Ave NE, Battle Creek, MI, United StatesSee the gospel texts side by side. Compare, contrast and consider: Why are there 4 different gospels? Why aren't they identical? Is it a problem or not? Books will be available in the classroom. It is not necessary to sign up ahead of time.
Pentecost Sunday
The word Pentecost means "fiftieth day" and it was called that because it took place 50 days after another festival known as Passover. Pentecost was originally an Old Testament festival that celebrated God's gracious provision during the spring harvest. But on the first Pentecost after the resurrection of Jesus something remarkable took place. The promised…
Dinner and a Movie
Fellowship HallCome and enjoy a meal and a movie! We will meet for a potluck dinner at 5:30PM followed by the movie "Green Book" at about 6:15PM. In the film inspired by a true story, Tony Lip, a bouncer from an Italian-American neighborhood in the Bronx, is hired to drive Dr. Don Shirley, a world-class Black…
Heart of the City Health Fair – Save the Date!
Save the date for our next Heart of the City Health (and Fun) Fair! Last year, dozens of health and human services agencies joined with our volunteers and made such a successful community event so we are doing it again! Mark your calendar for July 31st when there will be health screenings and wellness education…