“The Great Ends of the Church”, six aspirations for the body of Christ, suggest that the church is heading somewhere. Indeed we are on a journey. For 200 years, First Presbyterian has been striving towards these goals that were established in the early 20th century. While we are rooted in tradition, we are committed to the future.
January’s Pathways to Discipleship will explore the foundation of the Great Ends and ways to participate in this vision God intends for the Church.
Pathways to Discipleship
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JANUARY 3
Preservation of the Truth
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John 8:12-58 - The truth shall make you free
Preservation of the Truth Powerpoint from 1.3.21 class with Mary Margaret Porter
See and Read about Green Hill Presbyterian’s Great Ends Stained Glass Windows
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Preservation of the Truth - Mary Margaret Porter (recording of class)
Video of John 8:12-58 I am the light of the world; the truth shall make you free
Y Christmas Is More - Movie Clip from How The Grinch Stole Christmas
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Great Ends of The Church: "Who Cares About the Truth?" Dr. David Renwick, National Pres. Church
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A Meditate: How is this week's Great End a description of what God intends for the Church of Jesus Christ? How much attention does FPC gives to it? As a disciple, each of us participates in the Great Ends of the Church. How are you helping FPC achieve this end?
JANUARY 10
The proclamation of the gospel for the salvation of humankind
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Preach the Gospel, and Since It's Necessary, Use Words
Y Living out the 'Great Ends of the Church' | Presbyterian Mission Agency
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Proclamation of the Gospel - Chuck Williamson (recording of the class)
Euangelion: Gospel - The Bible Project
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Great Ends of The Church: “Just Have to Tell You” Dr. David Renwick, National Pres. Church
The Bible Project Podcast What Does the Word 'Gospel' Mean?
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A Meditate: How is this week's Great End a description of what God intends for the Church of Jesus Christ? How much attention does FPC give to it? As a disciple, each of us participates in the Great Ends of the Church. How are you helping FPC achieve this end?
JANUARY 17
The maintenance of divine worship
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God Is Here hymn lyrics
Why We Do What We Do - Reformed worship in slides
Y Living out the 'Great Ends of the Church' | Presbyterian Mission Agency
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Great Ends of The Church: “Have I Told You Lately That I Love You?” Dr. David Renwick, National Pres. Church
Y Pick a song which connects you to God and the Holy Spirit. Ground yourself in listening and repeat as needed.
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A Meditate: How is this week's Great End a description of what God intends for the Church of Jesus Christ? How much attention does FPC give to it? As a disciple, each of us participates in the Great Ends of the Church. How are you helping FPC achieve this end?
*New* A Join the 21 Day Race Equity Challenge from United Way
JANUARY 24
The shelter, nurture, and spiritual fellowship of the children of God
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COVID Conversation with FPC Physicians (Dr. Michael Leonard, Dr. Ann Barnard, Dr. Don Schmit)
Compassion - The Bible Project
Y "Bao" - Disney Pixar Short Film (available free on Amazon Prime or on Disney+)
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Great Ends of The Church: “Time to Grow Up?” Dr. David Renwick, National Pres. Church
A Podcast: Compassion Revolution Ep. 52: Doing the Work Pt. 1
MLK, Jr. Sermon "Been to the Mountaintop" on The Good Samaritan (14:49)
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A Meditate: How is this week's Great End a description of what God intends for the Church of Jesus Christ? How much attention does FPC give to it? As a disciple, each of us participates in the Great Ends of the Church. How are you helping FPC achieve this end?
New* A Join the 21 Day Race Equity Challenge from United Way
JANUARY 31
The promotion of social righteousness
The exhibition of the Kingdom of Heaven to the world
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Conversation with Rev. Dr. Katie Crowe - (recording of the class)
A Witness - The Bible Project
A Until Our Baptism Is Complete: The Promotion of Social Righteousness
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Great Ends of The Church: Promotion of Social Righteousness: "A Passion for What’s Right and Fair”
Exhibition of the Kingdom:"My Fellow Citizens"
Dr. David Renwick, National Pres. Church
A The Exhibition of the Kingdom of Heaven to the World Sermon-First Pres. San Anselmo
Bible Project Podcast What is Social Justice & Righteousness in the Bible?
Bible Project Podcast: Can I Get A Witness?
Bible Project Podcast: Gospel of the Kingdom: God vs. Kings
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A Meditate: How is this week's Great End a description of what God intends for the Church of Jesus Christ? How much attention does FPC give to it? As a disciple, each of us participates in the Great Ends of the Church. How are you helping FPC achieve this end?
Volunteer for Loaves & Fishes on Wednesdays 1:30-3:30 in the FPC parking lot. Set up, assemble and load boxes into clients' cars. Contact Diane Carey
A Get involved with Advocacy and Social Justice-Presbyterian Mission Agency
New* A Join the 21 Day Race Equity Challenge from United Way