Church Gems

Church Gems

We have an active, vibrant church and a strong, caring church family. These treasurers we have because of the love, caring and dedication of church members and friends who have gone before us. As we prepare to celebrate the life of Joan Southcotte on June 7 let us also remember and give thanks for t

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Memorial Service for Joan Southcotte, June 7 10:00 am

Memorial Service for Joan Southcotte, June 7 10:00 am

Joan Southcotte, mother of church member Patti Dedrick and a long-time member of our church, passed away in March of this year. We will be celebrating her life on Saturday, June 7 at 10:00 am in the First Presbyterian Church sanctuary followed by a luncheon in Westminster Hall.Her obituary can be fo

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Beware of Scam Email

Beware of Scam Email

A number of church members received the email below, which is not legitimate. DO NOT REPOND TO IT, just delete it. You’ll notice that it’s from an email address that does not match Pastor John’s. Also, he will not make a generic appeal via email. Thank you to those who reported this!

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General Information – First Presbyterian Church Durango

General Information – First Presbyterian Church Durango

Sunday worship: 10:00am In the Sanctuary. 1159 East Third Avenue, Durango, CO 81301Nursery (Babies through Toddlers welcome) Sundays at 8:30am (when we have Adult Sunday School) until 11:15amAdult Sunday School 8:45am-9:45am in Room 215 (beginning September 9)Office Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Th

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Save the Date – All-Church Picnic

Save the Date – All-Church Picnic

Summer Picnic!Immediately following church on June 22 we will gather in Santa Rita Park for our annual church picnic. Please bring a dish to share and lawn chairs. The Deacons will supply drinks, paper plates and table wear. There will be time for fun and games! Plan to join us!!

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Letter from Pastor John Welton

Letter from Pastor John Welton

Dear Members and Friends,This week we will continue in the Gospel of John. We will see the risen Christ appear beside the Sea of Galilee. The disciples following Jesus’s instructions are passing the night away waiting for their friend to return. The disciples go out fishing and these men (some of

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Letter from John Welton – May 22

Letter from John Welton – May 22

Dear Members and Friends,This week we will welcome Wade Griffith to lead us in worship. Wade will give us an update about the Shanta Foundation. We have supported this ministry faithfully. We will also hear of their need after the most recent earthquakes in that part of the world. Let us welcome Wa

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Reading for the Sixth Sunday of Easter, May 25, 2025

Reading for the Sixth Sunday of Easter, May 25, 2025

New Revised Standard Version Updated EditionJohn 6:44aNo one can come to me unless drawn by the Father who sent me.________________________________________For those following the readings from the Revised Common Lectionary (RCL) the passages for this Sunday are quoted belowActs 16:9-15Revelation 21:

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NINIA’s Housewarming Love – A Deacon’s Project

NINIA’s Housewarming Love – A Deacon’s Project

Housewarming Love is a project coordinated by the Neighbors in Need Interfaith Alliance (NINIA) to provide basic household items to members of our community who were formerly unhoused, but who now are moving into housing. We have a few items currently needed:4 shower curtains with liners4 mixing bow

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Sunday, June 1 is Food Bank Sunday

Sunday, June 1 is Food Bank Sunday

The first and second Sunday of each month are Food Bank Sundays!The upcoming Food Bank Sunday dates for 2025 are: 6/1&8, 7/6&13, 8/3&10, 9/7&14, 10/5&12, 11/2&9, 12/7/14. Please mark your calendars!HELP END LOCAL HUNGER – JOIN IN THE FATHER’S WORK- support the FOOD BANKAs our lives become busier, le

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Reading for the Seventh Sunday of Easter, June 1, 2025

Reading for the Seventh Sunday of Easter, June 1, 2025

John 21:15-19New Revised Standard Version Updated EditionJesus and Peter15 When they had finished breakfast, Jesus said to Simon Peter, “Simon son of John, do you love me more than these?” He said to him, “Yes, Lord; you know that I love you.” Jesus said to him, “Feed my lambs.” 16 A second time he

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Celebration of Life for Ozzie Goldman, May 12, 2025

Celebration of Life for Ozzie Goldman, May 12, 2025

The impact Ozzie had through his character and his faith in Jesus was evident in the attendance (some believe it was the largest crowd in our building’s 120 year old history!) and stories shared at the celebration of his life. He lived in a way that inspired others. His kindness and positivity and c

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Substitute AV Techs Needed

Substitute AV Techs Needed

Meli Campbell, our AV Techwill need substitutes for our July Sunday services. She and Matthew will be traveling abroad for the entire month.If you are interested in volunteering to join our AV Tech Team, please reach out to Matthew Campbell at 970-422-4270 (or Meli by clicking HERE) and he will help

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