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10:30 a.m. NA Meeting
Saturday, August 06, 2011
10:30 a.m.
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250th Anniversary Service and Celebration
Sunday, October 02, 2011
2:30 p.m.
Worship at First and Franklin's Semi-Quincentennial in music, word, and prayer. Then celebrate at a luncheon at Westminster Church and Burial Grounds. For a complete listing of 250 Anniversary Events, click here.
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250th Anniversary Worship with Daughter Churches
Sunday, March 11, 2012
2:30 p.m.
Join First and Franklin and our daughter churches as we celebrate our 250th year of service to the city of Baltimore
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250th Committee Meeting
Monday, December 12, 2011
7:00 p.m.
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5:30 p.m. NA Meeting
Wednesday, October 05, 2011
5:30 p.m.
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A Musical Program for Patrick Allison House
Sunday, December 04, 2011
3:00 p.m.
A free Music & Dessert Event highlights the beginning of Advent and provides an opportunity to help the Patrick Allison House celebrate their 25th Anniversary.
John Williams will fill the newly renovated of The First and Franklin Street Church sanctuary with a wintery mix of delightful musical selections.
Bring your family and friends to join us in the sanctuary for this free musical treat. Dessert will follow next door at the Patrick Allison House (808 Park Avenue.)
The Patrick Allison House provides a supportive environment for residents as they move from homelessness and addiction to independent living and sobriety.
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Afternoon Lenten Studies
Monday, March 21, 2011
3:00 p.m.
Join a small group this Lent. They will meet for three sessions. There are different times and locations and we ask that you covenant to attend all three no matter which one you choose. Each group will be exploring a few of the long discourse passages in the Gospel of John. In each case Jesus has a conversation with someone and lots of questions are passed back and forth between the participants, but it certainly doesn’t seem like they are on the same plane. They are all a bit confusing - they are mysteries, perhaps, to be explored. Come and join with others to see if you can find the meaning within them.
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AIDS Memorial Quilt
Thursday, April 19, 2012
7:00 p.m.
Thursday, April 19 - 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
The exhibit will be open for viewing.
Sunday, April 22 - noon till 2:00 p.m.
The final opportunity to view the portion of the quilt.
HELD OVER! Final date April 29
In celebration of the church’s mission to the gay and lesbian community over the last 30 years we will be hosting a section of the AIDS Memorial Quilt; the 54-ton, handmade tapestry that stands as a memorial to more than 90,000 individuals lost to AIDS will be exhibited in Reid Memorial Chapel.
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AIDS Memorial Quilt
Sunday, April 29, 2012
12:00 p.m.
HELD OVER!
In celebration of our mission & advocacy, we are hosting sections of the AIDS Memorial Quilt. Your final opportunity to see five sections of the quilt at First & Franklin.
Viewings following worship 11:30a.m. - 12:30 p.m. and following The Power of Spirituals program.
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AIDS Memorial Quilt Opening Reception
Sunday, April 15, 2012
12:00 p.m.
Sunday, April 15 - noon till 2:00 p.m.
Opening Reception in the Reid Memorial Chapel
In celebration of the church’s mission to the gay and lesbian community over the last 30 years we will be hosting a section of the AIDS Memorial Quilt; the 54-ton, handmade tapestry that stands as a memorial to more than 90,000 individuals lost to AIDS will be exhibited in Reid Memorial Chapel.
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AIDS Memorial Quilt Remembrance
Wednesday, April 18, 2012
7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, April 18 - 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
An evening of quiet. Come view the quilt and take a moment to write a poem, create a simple square for a small ribbon of remembrance, or just sit quietly.
In celebration of the church’s mission to the gay and lesbian community over the last 30 years we will be hosting a section of the AIDS Memorial Quilt; the 54-ton, handmade tapestry that stands as a memorial to more than 90,000 individuals lost to AIDS will be exhibited in Reid Memorial Chapel.
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AIDS Memorial Quilt Sharing
Tuesday, April 17, 2012
7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, April 17 - 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
An evening of reflection and sharing. You are invited to listen and share memories of loved ones: friends, neighbors, relatives, colleagues, partners, or others who died of AIDS.
In celebration of the church’s mission to the gay and lesbian community over the last 30 years we will be hosting a section of the AIDS Memorial Quilt; the 54-ton, handmade tapestry that stands as a memorial to more than 90,000 individuals lost to AIDS will be exhibited in Reid Memorial Chapel.
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All Church Picnic
Sunday, September 18, 2011
12:00 p.m.
Come to Church in your picnic clothes!
Hot Dogs and Hamburgers, sizzling from the grill
(Coreen and Bill Bridges, grill masters!)
Delicious harvest salads, veggies, fruits
(Your contributions to the buffet table)
Iced tea and lemonade thirst quenchers
Mouthwatering desserts
(Your contributions – too yummy to describe!)
Creative Crafts for everyone!
Critters from cones, seeds, pods, feathers
& Pine Cone bird feeders – and more!
(With Laura Oldham, Beth Seely, Betty Schroll, and Audrey Suhr)
When: Sunday, September 18, 2011
Time: 11:30 – 1:30, right after church
Where: Church Courtyard
Please RSVP w/ (for our adult/kids count and food planning)
information@firstfranklin.org or 410-728-5545
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All Church Retreat
Friday, October 14, 2011
All-day event
Opening Our Gifts, all church retreat
Friday, October 14th, 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. in Backus House.
Saturday, October 15th, 9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. at Dickey Memorial Presbyterian Church.
Theologian Frederick Beuchner wrote: "Vocation is where our greatest passion meets the world's greatest need." The retreat will be an opportunity for us to discover and inventory our spiritual/ personal gifts and determine how we can connect them in the dynamic new direction and structure of the church. As a reminder, the church is about to shift to a structure of five teams focused on relationships, Christian education, worship, administration/resources, and service/outreach.
The retreat will also be a great chance for us to fellowship and build community with one another. EVERYONE will attend, so mark your calendars now!
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All Saint's Sunday
Sunday, October 23, 2011
10:30 a.m.
On Sunday, October 23st we will celebrate All Saints’ Day. The names of those who have died this year will be listed in the bulletin and read aloud during the service. If you wish to add the name of a friend or loved one who has died this past year, please call the office 410-728-5545 or email information@firstfranklin.org.
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Alternative Christmas Market
Sunday, December 04, 2011
12:00 p.m.
As we joyously celebrate our two hundred- fiftieth anniversary at First and Franklin, we are also marking the fifteenth anniversary of the Alternative Christmas Market. Since 1997, the congregation and friends have generously supported the Market's mission to give to people who are in need both here at home and around the world. Each year, donors support organizations which advocate for social justice, work to alleviate hunger, renew the earth, engage in conflict resolution and offer help to people in crisis.
Join us in Backus House immediately after worship on December 4, 2011 to sample the refreshments, purchase hand-made crafts and donate to those organizations you select. You will receive a card with a notation of your donation to give family and friends. This festive celebration is a wonderful way to start the holiday season. Don't miss it!
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Annual Congregational Meeting
Sunday, May 20, 2012
12:00 p.m.
The Annual Meeting of the Committee of the Presbyterian Church in the City of Baltimore, (aka The First and Franklin Street Presbyterian Church) will be held following worship on May 20. We’ll sit down to lunch together (bring a dish to share) and then have the meeting.
The business will include:
Voting on the new Bylaws
Election of the:
Team Leaders
The Committee (formerly the Session and Trustees)
The Nominating Committee
The Egenton Board.
The presentation of the July 1, 2012 - June 30, 2013 budget and the change to the Pastor’s Call.
Reports on the time-line for implementing the new teams, new uses for the Hodge House, and reports in the Annual Report plus other business which may come before the congregation.
It is important that you make every effort to be there.
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Annual Congregational Meeting
Sunday, May 20, 2012
12:00 p.m.
The Annual Meeting of the Committee of the Presbyterians in the City of Baltimore, (aka The First and Franklin Street Presbyterian Church) will be held following worship on May 20. We’ll sit down to lunch together (bring a dish to share) and then have the meeting.
The business will include:
Voting on the new Bylaws
Election of the:
Team Leaders
The Committee (formerly the Session and Trustees)
The Nominating Committee
The Egenton Board.
The presentation of the July 1, 2012 - June 30, 2013 budget and the change to the Pastor’s Call.
Reports on the time-line for implementing the new teams, new uses for the Hodge House, and reports in the Annual Report plus other business which may come before the congregation.
It is important that you make every effort to be there.
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Ash Wednesday
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
5:30 p.m.
Soup Supper at 5:30 followed worship in Sanctuary at 7:00 with distribution of ashes and the Lord’s Supper.
Prayer for Ash Wednesday
For your goodness, O God, boundless and everlasting, thanks be to you.
For your generosity, gracious and wise, thanks be to you.
For your mercy, strong and free, thanks be to you
Let us share your goodness.
Let us practice your generosity.
Let us live your mercy that we and the world may be well.
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Bible Study
Sunday, September 18, 2011
5:00 p.m.
Contact:
Diane Borgatti
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410-728-5545
Our Bible Study discussions will be based on the lectionary reading for that day and further exploration of the sermon topics from the morning service. All are encouraged to attend and welcome, please consider joining the group on any Sunday.
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Bible Study, Gospel of Mark afternoon group
Monday, March 05, 2012
3:00 p.m.
Monday afternoons, March 5, 12, 19, and 26 at 3:00 p.m. in Backus House, led by Pastor Alison Halsey.
We ask that you covenant to attend all four. For more information contact the church office at information@firstfranklin.org.
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Bible Study, Gospel of Mark evening group
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
7:00 p.m.
Bible Study, The Gospel of Mark
Wednesday, February 29, and Thursdays, March 15 and 29 at 7:00 p.m.
Lead by The Rev. Rhonda Cooper and held at the home of Paul Fowler and Frank McNeil.
We ask that you covenant to attend all three. For more information contact the church office at information@firstfranklin.org.
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Candlelight Choral Service
Sunday, December 18, 2011
4:00 p.m.
Contact:
Diane Borgatti
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The Spire Series presents the annual Candlelight Choral Service. Reception following in Reid Memorial Chapel. For more information on this event, click here.
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Celebrating Our Scottish Beginnings
Sunday, October 30, 2011
10:30 a.m.
Worship accompanied by bagpipers
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Chamber Music
Monday, November 14, 2011
7:00 p.m.
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Choir Rehearsal with Dr. Eileen Guenther
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
7:00 p.m.
A special rehearsal with Dr. Eileen Guenther in preparation for the 250th Annivesary service. If you cannot attend, please go to Thursday rehearsal with Jason Kissel
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Christmas Decorating
Sunday, December 11, 2011
11:30 a.m.
On December 11th following the Alternative Christmas Market, we will be begin decorating for Christmas by putting up the trees. On December 11, we will add the wreaths and greens following worship. If you would like to help, see Alison.
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Christmas Eve Service 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, December 24, 2011
7:00 p.m.
Child-Friendly Service with Carol Singing
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Christmas Eve Services 10:00 p.m.
Saturday, December 24, 2011
10:00 p.m.
A Traditional Service of Lessons and Carols with the Sanctuary Choir
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Community Worship and Picnic
Sunday, May 06, 2012
10:30 a.m.
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Congregational Meeting
Sunday, March 18, 2012
11:30 a.m.
The Committee has called a Congregational Meeting for Sunday, March 18, 2012, following morning worship, for the purpose of electing Team Leaders.
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Day of Pentecost
Sunday, May 27, 2012
10:30 a.m.
Rev. Rhonda Cooper preaching
The Congregation will welcome W.E.B. DuBois High School graduates.
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Deacons Meeting
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
7:00 p.m.
Monthly meeting in Backus House
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Deacons Meeting
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
6:30 p.m.
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Easter
Sunday, April 08, 2012
10:15 a.m.
Please join us for worship at 10:15 a.m. on Easter Day, as we celebrate the Resurrection of the Lord with brass ensemble, timpani, organ and choir. The congregation will be invited to join in singing the beloved chorus, Hallelujah from Handel’s Messiah at the conclusion of the service.
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Egenton Meeting
Wednesday, April 25, 2012
7:00 p.m.
Egenton Board will meet in Backus House.
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Fall Garden Clean-Up
Sunday, November 20, 2011
12:00 p.m.
Join us on Sunday, November 20th after worship to help clean up our grounds and prepare our gardens for winter. Wear your work clothes to church and stick around for an hour or so as we trim back our plantings, collect leaves and debris, spread new mulch, and plant some bulbs. Your help is greatly appreciated!
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Fifth Sunday in Lent Devotional Readings
Sunday, March 25, 2012
All-day event
Daily Devotional Readings and Prayer for the fifth week in Lent.
Sunday - March 25
Psalm 119:9-16
You are within us and among us, O Christ,
as the one who is alive for ever.
In the sorrows and sufferings of our lives you are with us
as the one who holds the keys of new beginnings.
There is no ending in the world, there is no fear in our lives, there is no despair in our hearts, that your living presence cannot unlock.
You are within us and among us, O Christ, as the one who is alive for ever.
March 26 - Mark 12:1-17
March 27 - Mark 12:18-27
March 28 - Mark 12:28-44
March 29 - Mark 13:1-13
March 30 - Mark 13:14-27
March 31 - Mark 13:28-37
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First Sunday in Advent
Sunday, November 27, 2011
All-day event
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First Sunday in Lent Devotional Readings
Sunday, February 26, 2012
12:00 a.m.
Daily Devotional Readings and Prayer for the first week in Lent.
Sunday - February 26
Psalm 25:1-10
You have taught us, O Christ, to love the world.
You have shown us the light that is within us and within all things.
May we learn to love you more and in loving you more learn to love the earth and all its people more, for you are the light of all life.
Feb. 27 - Mark 2:13-28
Feb. 28 - Mark 3:1-12
Feb. 29 - Mark 3:13- 35
March 1 - Mark 4:1-20
March 2 - Mark 4:21 -34
March 3 - Mark 4:35 - 41
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Fourth Sunday in Advent
Sunday, December 18, 2011
All-day event
Watching, Waiting and Preparing
* Light the candle
one the first week, two the second, etc.
* A few moments of silence
* Scripture reading
December 18 - Luke 1:26-38
December 19 - Isaiah 29:9-24
December 20 - Isaiah 31:1-9
December 21 - Isaiah 33:17-22
December 22 - Isaiah 62:6-12
December 23 - John 1:1-14
December 24 - Luke 2:1-7
* Prayer
Surprising God, amid the old and the ordinary, you bring forth the new. Come and surprise us! Teach us to surprise the world with the joy and love we share through your inexpressible gift, Jesus the Christ. Amen.
* Sing a verse from "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel"
* End by holding hands and saying: "Come Lord Jesus, Come. Amen"
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Fourth Sunday in Lent Devotional Readings
Sunday, March 18, 2012
All-day event
Daily Devotional Readings and Prayer for the fourth week in Lent.
Sunday - March 18
Psalms 107:1-3, 17-22
O Christ who died yet lives and who is among us as one who has returned to God, your words speak to us from the centre of our hearts, you address us from the garden of our souls.
Call us by name that we may recognize you within us and among us. Show us your wounds that in the brokenness of life we may glimpse your resurrection presence.
March 19 - Mark 10:1-16
March 20 - Mark 10:17-31
March 21 -Mark 10:32-45
March 22 - Mark 10:46-52
March 23 - Mark 11:12-24
March 24 - Mark 11:25-33
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Good Friday
Friday, April 06, 2012
12:00 p.m.
Come participate in a joint community service to be held at Mt Vernon Place United Methodist, 10 E. Mt Vernon Place. People are invited to come and go they need or stay for the three hours.
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Habitat for Humanity Service Day
Saturday, May 19, 2012
9:00 a.m.
Grab a hammer, put on your working clothes and join us in Sandtown for a Habitat for Humanity workday. We have a long tradition of working with Sandtown Habitat. The Habitat workdays are great fun you'll probably learn some new construction skills in the process.
Call or e-mail the office to let us know you are coming.
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Harold Bennett Preaching
Sunday, November 06, 2011
10:30 a.m.
Mr. Harold Bennett will take the pulpit this Sunday while Alison travels to Haiti with Comprehensive Development Project (CODEP. )
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Historical Artifacts Display
Thursday, February 23, 2012
6:00 p.m.
Information about this event, click here.
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Holy Week Devotional Readings
Sunday, April 01, 2012
All-day event
Palm Sunday - April 1
Mark 11:1-11
April 2 - Mark 14:1-9
April 3 - Mark 14: 10 - 31
April 4 - Mark 14:32 - 52
Maundy Thursday - April 5
Mark 14: 53-72
Good Friday - April 6
Mark 15:1- 41
April 7 - Mark 15: 42-47
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Hymn Sing
Sunday, September 04, 2011
10:30 p.m.
This week's Service of Worship will be a Hymn Sing.
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Lenten Book Study evening group
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
7:00 p.m.
Lenten book study, Speaking Christian, Why Christian Words Have Lost Their Meaning and Power And How They Can Be Restored by Marcus J. Borg.
Tuesday evenings, February 28, March 6, and 20 at 7:00 PM
Lead by The Rev. Betty Loafmann - held at her home.
We ask that you covenant to attend all three. For more information contact the church office at information@firstfranklin.org.
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Lenten Book Study Group
Sunday, March 04, 2012
9:00 a.m.
Book Study, Speaking Christian, Why Christian Words Have Lost Their Meaning and Power And How They Can Be Restored by Marcus J. Borg.
Sunday mornings, March 4, 18, and 25 at 9:00 a.m. in Backus House, led by Pastor Alison Halsey.
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Maundy Thursday
Thursday, April 05, 2012
7:00 p.m.
The Service of Tenebrae has become one of our community’s most beloved and meaningful services of the Liturgical Year. Please join us for this traditional Holy Week service featuring the extinguishing of lights, reading of the Passion narrative and motets sung by the First and Franklin Sanctuary Choir. Special musical works will include Henry Purcell’s hauntingly beautiful Hear My Prayer, O Lord sung by an octet, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s Ave verum corpus sung by the full choir, and other motets.
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Movie Nights in Mt. Vernon
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
7:30 p.m.
Free Movies, Popcorn, and Sodas.
June 14: King Kong (1933)
Directed byMerian C. Cooper and Ernest B. Schoedsack
Starring Fay Wray, Robert Armstrong, and Bruce Cabot
A film crew goes to a tropical island for an exotic location shoot and discovers a colossal giant gorilla who takes a shine to their female blond star.
This film was deemed "culturally, historically, and aesthetically significant" by the Library of Congress and selected for preservation in the National Film Registry.
June 28: Change of Habit (1969)
Directed by William A. Graham
Starring Elvis Presley, Mary Tyler Moore, and Barbara McNair
A socially-conscious young doctor (Presley) starts a free clinic in New York's Hispanic neighborhood, but soon finds himself falling for a young nun (Moore,) who works as a nurse in his clinc.
Can the King compete against God for Mary's heart?
July 12: Charlie Chaplin - Four Shorts (1914-1917)
Tillie's Punctured Romance, Behind the Screen, The Vagabond, and The Fireman.
The endearing figure of his Little Tramp was instantly recognizable around the globe and brought laughter to millions.
An icon of the silent film era.
July 26: Soup to Nuts (1930)
Directed by Benjamin Stoloff
Starring the Three Stooges: Ted Healy, Francis McCoy, and Stanley Smith; the debut of the trio.
Mr. Schmidt's store is bankrupt because he spends his time on Rube Goldberg-style inventions; his creditors send a manager who falls for his neice, but she'll have none of him. Schmidt's friends and some goofy firemen try to help out.
August 9: Ocean's 11 (1960)
Starring Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis, Jr., Peter Lawford, and Angie Dickinson
Before Las Vegas had a volcano, a pyramid, or a pirate ship, there was the Rat Pack. Eleven friends who know each other from World War II service, plan to rob five of the biggest casinos in Las Vegas in one night. They develop a master plan but after the whole thing is over something goes wrong...
August 23: Hollywood or Bust (1956)
Starring Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis
Martin, a singer who can't pay his bookie, joins Lewis, a nerdy, star-struck movie fan and his Great Dane in a cross-country convertible ride to Hollywood.
This is the last film Martin and Lewis made together.
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Nativity of Jesus Christ
Sunday, December 25, 2011
All-day event
Christmas
* Scripture reading - Luke 2:8-20
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New Members Class
Sunday, February 26, 2012
9:00 a.m.
Are you interested in learning more about becoming a Member of the First and Franklin Street Presbyterian Church? Come to the new member classes being offered.
February 26 - Sunday Morning 9:00 a.m. in Backus House.
What does it mean to be a Presbyterian? A bit of history. What do we believe? How are we organized to do the work of the church?
February 27 - Monday Evening 6:30 p.m. in Backus House.
Meet with members of Session. Coffee and dessert served.
March 4 - Sunday 10:30 a.m.
Be accepted into membership during worship.
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New Wave Singers Christmas Concert
Saturday, December 10, 2011
8:00 p.m.
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New Year's Brunch and Worship
Sunday, January 01, 2012
10:30 a.m.
Potluck brunch and worship including the Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper, in Backus House.
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Noon Al Anon Meeting
Friday, August 05, 2011
12:00 p.m.
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Office Closed
Monday, December 26, 2011
All-day event
The office will be closed in honor of Labor Day
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Palm Sunday
Sunday, April 01, 2012
10:30 a.m.
Distribution of Palms and the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper.
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Patrick Allison Board
Tuesday, May 22, 2012
6:30 p.m.
Contact:
Toni Field
410-353-3846
Patrick Allison Board meeting in Backus House.
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Patrick Allison Board Retreat
Saturday, February 18, 2012
9:00 a.m.
Patrick Allison House Board will meet for a retreat in Backus House.
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Patrick Allison Christmas Party
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
6:00 p.m.
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Patrick Allison Development Committee
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
5:00 p.m.
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Peabody Road Scholars Program
Tuesday, September 25, 2012
10:30 a.m.
Jason will present a program for the Peabody Road Scholar's in the sanctuary. Road Scholar is the program name of Elderhostel, Inc., the not-for-profit world leader in lifelong learning. For more information about the Peabody Road Scholar's program contact Julia Potler at 410-234-4772.
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Percussionist Svet Stoyanov
Friday, September 23, 2011
8:00 p.m.
Contact:
Diane Borgatti
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The Spire Series presents Percussionist Svet Stoyanov in recital. Reception following in Reid Memorial Chapel. For more information on the event, click here.
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Prayer Shawl Ministry
Monday, April 23, 2012
7:15 p.m.
The Prayer Shawl Group will gathers in Backus House on the fourth Monday of each month, at 7:00 p.m. for prayer, sharing, and knitting. Although most of us are knitters, we welcome crocheters, and weavers, too. Together we prayerfully create and give away shawls and small blankets to those who need comfort.
Please join us. Beginners are always welcome.
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Presbyterian Women
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
10:30 a.m.
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Presbytery Meeting
Thursday, September 22, 2011
3:00 p.m.
Presbytery of Baltimore Gathering at Woods Memorial Presbyterian Church, 611 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd, Severna Park, Maryland 21146. 410-647-2550 info@woodschurch.org
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Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal
Thursday, September 08, 2011
7:00 p.m.
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Sankofa Meeting
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
7:00 p.m.
Meet in Backus House
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Sankofa Meeting cancelled
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
7:00 p.m.
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Second Sunday in Advent
Sunday, December 04, 2011
All-day event
Watching, Waiting and Preparing
* Light the candle
one the first week, two the second, etc.
* A few moments of silence
* Scripture reading
December 4 - Mark 1:1-8
December 5 - Isaiah 5:8-17
December 6 - Isaiah 5:18-25
December 7 - Isaiah 6:1-13
December 8 - Isaiah 7:1-9
December 9 - Isaiah 7:10-25
December 10 - Isaiah 8:1-15
* Prayer
Light bringing God, shine upon us. We fear the darkness.
We are in the dark about the future.
We are uncertain about our own capabilities,
and most of all we are terrified of you.
What do you expect of us? What are you asking us to do and be?
May the dawning of your light give us the confidence to wait expectantly and creatively for what lies ahead.
When the unexpected happens, may we rejoice that you have been, now are,
and always will be with us. Amen.
* Sing a verse from "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel"
* End by holding hands and saying: "Come Lord Jesus, Come. Amen"
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Second Sunday in Lent Devotional Readings
Sunday, March 04, 2012
2:53 p.m.
Daily Devotional Readings and Prayer for the second week in Lent.
Sunday - March 4
Psalm 22:23-31
You have shown us, O Christ, that grace changes life,
that grace can turn the ordinary into the festive and emptiness into fullness.
When we find ourselves in you, O Christ, we find that we too are bearers of grace and that we too can be part of changing the world.
March 5 - Mark 5:1-20
March 6 - Mark 5:21-43
March 7 - Mark 6:1- 6
March 8 - Mark 6:7-29
March 9 - Mark 6:30-55
March 10 - Mark 7:1-16
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September 11, Service of Remembrance
Sunday, September 11, 2011
8:46 a.m.
On Sunday, September 11 we will hold a Service of Remembrance beginning at 8:46 a.m. when the first plane struck the World Trade Center. There will be readings, music, hymns and prayers and will last approximately a half hour. It will conclude outside by the ribbons of remembrance with the reading together of all the names of those who died that day. Please join us for this special service.
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Service Committee Meeting
Monday, September 26, 2011
6:30 p.m.
Monthly meeting in Backus House
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Service of Worship
Sunday, August 21, 2011
10:30 a.m.
Please join us for worship every Sunday. The Rev. Dr. Alison Halsey Preaching. Fellowship in Reid Chapel.
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Session
Monday, May 16, 2011
6:30 p.m.
Monthly meeting in Backus House
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Session Meeting
Monday, August 15, 2011
6:30 p.m.
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Small Group Discussion Monday
Monday, September 26, 2011
3:00 p.m.
This fall three small groups will gather to read and discuss Brian McLaren's latest book entitled Naked Spirituality. These discussion groups will meet every other week for a total of four meetings. We ask that you covenant to attend all four no matter which one you choose.
Monday at 3:00 p.m., September 26, October 10, 17, & 31 in Backus House lead by Alison Halsey.
Tuesday at 7:00 p.m., October 4th & 18th, November 1st & 15th - Lead by Betty Loafman. For location and more information contact the church office.
Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m., October 5th & 19th, November 2nd & 15th - Lead by Rhonda Cooper. For location and more information contact the church office.
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Small Group Discussion Tuesday
Tuesday, October 04, 2011
7:00 p.m.
This fall three small groups will gather to read and discuss Brian McLaren's latest book entitled Naked Spirituality. These discussion groups will meet every other week for a total of four meetings. We ask that you covenant to attend all four no matter which one you choose.
Monday at 3:00 p.m., September 26, October 10, 17, & 31 in Backus House lead by Alison Halsey.
Tuesday at 7:00 p.m., October 4th & 18th, November 1st & 15th - Lead by Betty Loafman. For location and more information contact the church office.
Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m., October 5th & 19th, November 2nd & 15th - Lead by Rhonda Cooper. For location and more information contact the church office.
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Small Group Discussion Wednesday
Wednesday, October 05, 2011
7:00 p.m.
This fall three small groups will gather to read and discuss Brian McLaren's latest book entitled Naked Spirituality. These discussion groups will meet every other week for a total of four meetings. We ask that you covenant to attend all four no matter which one you choose.
Monday at 3:00 p.m., September 26, October 10, 17, & 31 in Backus House lead by Alison Halsey.
Tuesday at 7:00 p.m., October 4th & 18th, November 1st & 15th - Lead by Betty Loafman. For location and more information contact the church office.
Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m., October 5th & 19th, November 2nd & 16th - Lead by Rhonda Cooper. For location and more information contact the church office.
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Special Meeting of the Trustees
Monday, June 13, 2011
7:00 p.m.
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Spire Series Committee Meeting
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
6:00 p.m.
The Spire Series Committe will meet in Backus House.
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Spiritual Festival with Eileen Gunther, conductor and distinguished lecturer
Sunday, April 29, 2012
2:30 p.m.
The combined choirs of Towson Presbyterian Church and The First and Franklin Street Presbyterian Church will sing under the direction of Eileen Guenther, Jason Kissel and Christopher Schroeder. Eileen Guenther will also serve as the Annual Distinguished Lecturer, presenting historical background and stories connected with the evolution of spiritual singing. The choirs will sing collections of spirituals that correspond with portions of the lecture. For more on this event, click here.
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Spring Choral Presentation
Sunday, May 22, 2011
2:00 p.m.
Featuring the First and Franklin Sanctuary Choir and Soloist.
Reception in Reid Chapel to follow.
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Stewardship Sunday
Sunday, November 20, 2011
10:30 a.m.
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Tea & Theology
Monday, March 07, 2011
3:30 p.m.
The Tea and Theology meets on Monday afternoons from 3:00 to 4:15 p.m. in the dining room at Backus House or at the picnic table if the weather cooperates. There is tea and a snack. No preparation is needed. Join us for a lively conversation on anything theological or otherwise.
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The Amazingly Marvelous Christmas Pageant
Sunday, December 18, 2011
10:30 a.m.
For Both Children and Youth
Practice begins at 9:00 a.m. sharp. Please make every effort to be on time so the Pastor/Director does not acquire any additional gray hair. All ages of children are invited to participate! You can never have too many shepherds or sheep.
10:30 a.m. - The Pageant will be enacted as part of worship. Invite the neighbors, the grandparents, and special friends.
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The Center Committee Meeting
Thursday, April 26, 2012
12:00 p.m.
The Center Committee will meet in Hodge House.
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The Committee Meeting
Thursday, May 17, 2012
6:30 p.m.
The joint meeting of the Session and the Trustees will meet in Backus House.
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The Ellicott City Trombone Choir
Friday, March 02, 2012
8:00 p.m.
The Spire Series presents The Ellicott City Trombone Choir. Reception to follow in Reid Memorial Chapel. For more information, click here.
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The Rev. Dr. Tom Long Preaching
Sunday, March 11, 2012
10:30 a.m.
Service of Worship
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Third Sunday in Advent
Sunday, December 11, 2011
All-day event
Watching, Waiting and Preparing
* Light the candle
one the first week, two the second, etc.
* A few moments of silence
* Scripture reading
December 11 - John 1:6-8, 19-28
December 12 - Isaiah 8:16-9:1
December 13 - Isaiah 9:2-7
December 14 - Isaiah 9:8-17
December 15 - Isaiah 9:18-10:4
December 16 - Isaiah 11:1-9
December 17 - Isaiah 11:10-16
* Prayer
Almighty God,
you have made us and all things to serve you;
now prepare the world for your rule.
Come quickly to save us,
so that violence and crying may end,
and your children may live in peace,
honoring one another with justice and love;
through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
* Sing a verse from "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel"
* End by holding hands and saying: "Come Lord Jesus, Come. Amen"
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Third Sunday in Lent Devotional Readings
Sunday, March 11, 2012
All-day event
Daily Devotional Readings and Prayer for the third week in Lent.
Sunday - March 11
Psalms 19
You have shown us the way of compassion, O Christ.
You have shown us the heart of kindness.
Awaken the depths of compassion in us that we may be alive to one another’s suffering.
Awaken the heart of kindness in us that we may be truly alive.
March 12 - Mark 7:17-37
March 13 - Mark 8:1-13
March 14 - Mark 8:14-26
March 15 - Mark 8:27-38
March 16 - Mark 9:1-29
March 17 - Mark 9:30-50
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Vocal Enrichment
Sunday, August 21, 2011
12:00 p.m.
Summer Vocal Enrichment
led by Emilie Hodgin, mezzo soprano
The goal of each one hour group vocal lesson will be to reinforce healthy vocal production and musicianship as they pertain to choral singing. Learn vocal exercises that you can practice at home to build breath support, beautiful tone and intonation. Lessons are open to all choir members, and to all others who have an interest in singing. If you have thought about joining the choir, this is the perfect opportunity to give singing a try, or to just dust off your pipes!
Sunday’s following worship noon until 1:00 p.m.
July 17, July 31, August 21, September 4
The cost is just $5.00 per session. For further information, please contact Jason Kissel, Director of Music at jasonscottkissel@gmail.com, or by calling 410-728-5545, ext. 17.
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What can I do when listening?
Sunday, January 29, 2012
9:00 a.m.
Phil Adams & John McLucas will lead this Sunday discussion on “listening.” Helping you learn active listening when a friend or family member is in need.
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What can I do when someone asks to help them pray?
Sunday, January 22, 2012
9:00 a.m.
AlisonHalsey, pastor will lead this Sunday discussion on “Praying.” Helping you find the words when a friend or family member is in need.
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What can I do when someone is grieving?
Sunday, January 15, 2012
9:00 a.m.
Rhonda Cooper will lead this Sunday discussion on “Grieving.” Helping you find the words when a friend or family member is in need.
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What can I do when visiting?
Sunday, January 08, 2012
9:00 a.m.
Betty Loafman will lead this Sunday discussion on “Visiting someone in the hospital, shut-in, sick, troubled or others.” Helping you find the words when a friend or family member is in need.
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Worship Bill Bearden Preaching
Sunday, August 07, 2011
10:30 a.m.
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Worship Jane Bearden Preaching
Sunday, August 14, 2011
10:30 a.m.
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Young Adult Group Daytrip
Sunday, August 14, 2011
1:30 p.m.
Our young adults group will be going tubing on the afternoon of Sunday, August 14. Meet up at church at 1:30 p.m. and we will carpool up to the Gunpowder River in Monkton. Tubes can be rented at Monkton.
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Young Adults Hike
Saturday, March 31, 2012
All-day event
Save the date! The young adults will be going on a hike on Saturday, March 31. Location and time TBA.
