First Presbyterian Church of Ashland, Oregon
Open Minds, Open Hands, Open Hearts, Open Table (541) 482-3536
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Proud parents Laura and David with Jack
Baptism of Baby Jack Nile Tuell
Baby Jack is presented to the congregation
Welcome Baby Jack
David shows off Baby Jack
Christmas Eve, a festive time for celebration
Christmas Eve choir and choir director Laurie Anne Hunter
New members check in with long-time friends at the Advent Faire.
Kathy helping Andrew and Kostia with their gingerbread houses.
Centerpiece craft was a huge hit with community visitors.
Alice helps with cookie decorating
The Advent Faire is great for kids.
Soup and cookies were a delicious lunch.
Wreath and centerpiece station is always a hit.
Our wonderful family from Ukraine: Mike, Lena, Kostia, and Andrew
The Slatterys and Dan enjoying Oktoberfest
The Johnsons helped set up and serve.
Brian and Kathy serving at Oktoberfest
Rogue Valley Sauerkrauts played polka music.
Church members/friends/neighbors enjoying the ambiance.
Pet Blessing service
Sam and Pat Alvord, grandkids and pet
Young Hee and Morgan
Wellness Pet Supplies brought treats for dogs and cats.
Donna and LingLing
Dan and Paula with their dog
Howdy and Sally
Gracie gets a blessing from Dan.
Pentecost decor brightens up the sanctuary
New members Scott and Julie Lawson, Cathy Carl and Larry Westland
Willa and Ryan are married!
Willa and Ryan opening a gift from Dan
Willa and Ryan opening a gift from the congregation
Cutting the cake
Sharing some cake
Celebrating Willa's birthday at coffee hour
Christmas Eve: Elaine, Joanne, Darlene, and Bea
Tech crew getting set for Christmas Eve
Paula Fowler on the harp
Laurie Anne Hunter plays a duet on the harp.
Karl Moeglein was lay leader for Christmas Eve.
Christmas choir
Cathy Gerbracht puts bows on the gift bags for the Rogue Retreat residents.
Pat, Cathy and Carolyn did all the shopping for the Rogue Retreat gifts.
Carolyn delivered the gift bags to Rogue Retreat.
Elder Dennis dropping off the family gift baskets at Phoenix Elementary.
Dennis presents a Quilt of Valor to Al Jaeger on Veterans' Day.
Presbyterian participation in climate action in downtown Medford
Sandra and Becki at July 4 coffee hour.
Robb and Barbara enjoy a chat at coffee hour.
Jill and Bea--during that short time when masks weren't needed
Easter basket drive-through 2021
Cathy Gerbracht is passing out Easter baskets.
Pastor Dan is helping with the Easter drive-through event.
Sarah Walcher holding one of their pet rabbits.
Black Lives Matter at First Presbyterian
First service in several months, outdoors with social distancing and masks
Hi from the outdoor worshipers.
"When the Saints Go Marchin' In"
Welcome
The First Presbyterian Church of Ashland welcomes and affirms the entire human family. We are committed to Christ's sacred hospitality, inviting people of all races, ages, genders, sexual orientations, and mental and physical conditions to join us. Through Christ's grace, we are dedicated to doing justice, loving kindness, and walking humbly with God.
Please join us in person (masks are now optional). We have an 8 am service in the Heritage Chapel and 10 am service in the sanctuary. If you joined us for the in-person 10 am service, you are invited to join us for fellowship in Calvin Hall following the service.
If you are more comfortable watching from home, please click on the button at the top to join us for our 10 am virtual worship service on YouTube.
If you joined us digitally, click on the button above after the 10 am worship service for virtual fellowship. The passcode is fellowship.
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Electronic Giving
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There is a 2.9% + 0.30 per transaction fee when using PayPal. You will not see this fee; it is subtracted from the amount the church receives.
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Lunch Bunch
The Lunch Bunch will go to one of our favorite lunch spots on Friday, February 10th. We will meet at Centennial Golf Club for lunch at 11:30 (before the lunch rush). We have enjoyed lunch here several times in the past. All are welcome, and reservations are needed. Call Elaine Morgan or the church office by Tuesday, Feb. 7th, to make your reservation.
Community help available
FPC has participated in the City of Ashland Safe Parking program since August 2019. We have overnight parking spots available for those who are experiencing homelessness. If you are in need of safe parking, you may request a spot by calling the OHRA Community Resource Center at 541-631-2235.
First Presbyterian has a Little Free Pantry, located on Clark Ave. near the steps to the parking lot. Feel free to leave non-perishable food for others—or take what you need. Supplies are replenished often, so check back if you are hungry. If you are a resident of this area, you may also find more food supplies at the Ashland Emergency Food Bank, located on Clover Lane.
Our church office can help you in an emergency with bus tokens, gas money, or snack vouchers. These are available during office hours. Occasionally, funds run low, in which case a note will be posted on the office door.
If you have medical questions about COVID, Dr. John Sager is available to answer your questions by email (jsag03@gmail.com). You don't need to be a patient of his, and the advice is free of charge.
Vision 2020 Guiding Statement (from GA 225)
The 2020 Vision Team was mandated by the 222nd General Assembly (2016) and charged with developing a guiding statement for the denomination as it moves into the future.
