Many Christians from the earliest centuries to the present have affirmed that true wisdom combines knowledge of God and knowledge of ourselves. It’s more than just speculation of the mind. A full, rich life with meaning and purpose arises out of how we live faith in daily routines and respond to major concerns. Here’s how Richard Rohr expresses it: We…
A very successful blood drive was held in the Gathering Place on Tuesday, January 31st. Thanks to Ann Ross, our Parish Nurse, and the Health Ministry Committee, who coordinated the drive with Michigan Blood. Our congregation donated 24 pints of blood, most of which will be used at Bronson and Borgess Hospitals. Thanks to all…
Join the West Michigan Opera Project Friday, March 3, at 7:30pm with a performance of The Marriage of Figaro at Kalamazoo First Presbyterian Church. The West Michigan Opera Project features local professional singers and the Advanced Women’s Chorus of Jenison High School, accompanied by pianist Dr. Kenneth Bos, cellist Stacey Bosman Tanner, and clarinetist David Yandl. This comic opera, with its twisted…
On Tuesday, March 14 at 7pm we will again welcome a Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra ensemble to our sanctuary. The KSO Woodwind Trio will present a program of works by Beethoven and Malcom Arnold for your listening pleasure. The evening includes the opportunity to meet and talk with the performers at the reception following the free concert. The final concert in the series…
The Health Ministry Committee is planning is a class on Sunday April 2nd directly following the church service in rooms 314-15. The class will be led by Bev Bloomquist: “Hiking the Himalayas….a Travelogue with Tips on how to Prepare for a Long Walk”. Bev will show slides of the hike/mountain climb that she and Bob did. Should be fun and informative! We are also…
Dearly Beloved Friends in Christ, There is a gathering in Bronson Park Sunday, February 5, at noon. The purpose is to protest immigration restrictions recently implemented by executive action. Members of our congregation have expressed interest in, and support for, the gathering, as pastor serving among you, I commend the February 5 gathering for your…
The Outreach Committee has chosen to highlight the ministry of the Kalamazoo Deacons Conference (KDC) during the months of January and February. The Kalamazoo Deacons Conference is a local organization that works each day to make Kalamazoo a better place to live. While other organizations in Kalamazoo meet the physical needs of the poor and…
The 2016 event was held at the Kalamazoo Gospel Mission, 448 North Burdick Street. A catered luncheon was served by Ample Pantry. It was wonderful time of food and fellowship, giving thanks for our walkers and donors from 2016. The 2016 CROP Hunger Walk raised $32,722 for needed support in the community. These six agencies shared in the proceeds: Ministry With Community…
The Outreach Committee has chosen to highlight the ministry of the Kalamazoo Deacons Conference (KDC) during the months of January and February. The Kalamazoo Deacons Conference is a local organization that works each day to make Kalamazoo a better place to live. While other organizations in Kalamazoo meet the physical needs of the poor and the homeless, such as shelter, food and…
Sign up today! The Health Ministry Committee has invited Michigan Blood to conduct a blood drive here at KFPC However, the drive can only be held if we have at least 25 people participate. Members of the congregation and friends are asked to sign up in the Gathering Place before or after Worship. Michigan Blood uses this donated blood locally, so you…