Holy Week Worship Schedule
Maundy Thursday: April 6th
Service at 7:30pm in the Sanctuary - Tenebrae Service.
Good Friday: April 7th
Service at 12pm in the Sanctuary, with lunch to follow at 12:30pm.
Easter Sunday Worship Services - April 9th
8:00am: Sunrise service in Colee Hammock Park
9:30am: Contemporary service in Fellowship Hall
11:00am: Traditional service in the Sanctuary
Service at 7:30pm in the Sanctuary - Tenebrae Service.
Good Friday: April 7th
Service at 12pm in the Sanctuary, with lunch to follow at 12:30pm.
Easter Sunday Worship Services - April 9th
8:00am: Sunrise service in Colee Hammock Park
9:30am: Contemporary service in Fellowship Hall
11:00am: Traditional service in the Sanctuary
Community & Outreach
Cathedral Choir Concert - Free Admission
March 26th at 7pm
Join us for an imaginative Lenten concert experience entitled “No Greater Love” for choir and string orchestra that will transport you into an ethereal soundscape. This meditative program features Five Mystical Songs by Ralph Vaughan Williams and other selections by Dan Forrest, Elaine Hagenberg, & Howard Goodall to awaken the spirit and soothe the soul.
Family Concert - Mr. Verdi Goes to the Opera
April 1st at 11am
Join the Master Chorale for a child-friendly program that takes a fun look at opera. You’ll be treated to arias and stories from some of the world’s favorite operas and hear from professional opera singers who sing for a living. Presented by the Master Chorale of South Florida. CLICK HERE for free registration.
Labyrinth Walk
Beginning April 4th
This is a great opportunity for contemplation, meditation, illumination, prayer, and personal growth. At the beginning of the Lenten season, we hear a lot of folks talk about what they’re going to give up, but the walk provides us with so much to gain! The walk will be available in the Fellowship Hall on the following dates: April 4th from 11:00am - 2:00 pm & 5:00 - 7:00 pm, April 5th- 6th from 11:00am - 2:00 pm & 5:00 - 8:00 pm and April 7th from 11:00 am - 1:30 pm.
555 Fellowship at Wild Sea (Riverside Hotel) - will not meet April 6th
Join us at 5:55pm the first Thursday of each month for a night of fun and fellowship at Wild Sea Restaurant (Riverside Hotel) off of Las Olas. All are welcomed!
Easter Egg Hunt
April 8th 11:00am - 1:00pm
Join us for Easter Egg hunt fun in Colee Hammock Park. Come hungry, Hoppy Meals will be available! Filled eggs are needed because you can never have too many eggs! There will be a basket in the entrance of the Neumann Center or they can be dropped off at the front desk. No chocolate or peanuts please.
Middle School/High School Youth Groups
Middle School and High School youth group meets weekly at The Harbor. This is a time for students to deepen and explore their faith and build community with their peers Middle School Youth Group & Chapel Singers - Friday’s at The Harbor & Choir Room: Fridays from 4:00 – 7:30pm. High School Youth Group & Kirk Singers - Sunday’s at The Harbor & Choir Room Sundays from 4:00 – 8:00pm.
Parents Night Out
1 & 3rd Friday of every month, from 5:00 - 8:00pm Enjoy a date night on Las Olas and leave the babysitting to us! Cost is $35 one child $55 family max (ages PreK 3-5th grade) *includes dinner. Spots are limited and reservations must be made on our App or online one week in advance. *Child must be potty-trained. *Dates are subject to change. For more info contact Cindy Vason 954-598-9341 or email.
Cheer Camp Registration is Open!
Super fun Christian-based cheerleading camp for girls ages Prek4-5th grade. Hours 9-3:00. Registration is available on the app as well. Contact Cindy Vason 954 598-9341 for more information.
March 26th at 7pm
Join us for an imaginative Lenten concert experience entitled “No Greater Love” for choir and string orchestra that will transport you into an ethereal soundscape. This meditative program features Five Mystical Songs by Ralph Vaughan Williams and other selections by Dan Forrest, Elaine Hagenberg, & Howard Goodall to awaken the spirit and soothe the soul.
Family Concert - Mr. Verdi Goes to the Opera
April 1st at 11am
Join the Master Chorale for a child-friendly program that takes a fun look at opera. You’ll be treated to arias and stories from some of the world’s favorite operas and hear from professional opera singers who sing for a living. Presented by the Master Chorale of South Florida. CLICK HERE for free registration.
Labyrinth Walk
Beginning April 4th
This is a great opportunity for contemplation, meditation, illumination, prayer, and personal growth. At the beginning of the Lenten season, we hear a lot of folks talk about what they’re going to give up, but the walk provides us with so much to gain! The walk will be available in the Fellowship Hall on the following dates: April 4th from 11:00am - 2:00 pm & 5:00 - 7:00 pm, April 5th- 6th from 11:00am - 2:00 pm & 5:00 - 8:00 pm and April 7th from 11:00 am - 1:30 pm.
555 Fellowship at Wild Sea (Riverside Hotel) - will not meet April 6th
Join us at 5:55pm the first Thursday of each month for a night of fun and fellowship at Wild Sea Restaurant (Riverside Hotel) off of Las Olas. All are welcomed!
Easter Egg Hunt
April 8th 11:00am - 1:00pm
Join us for Easter Egg hunt fun in Colee Hammock Park. Come hungry, Hoppy Meals will be available! Filled eggs are needed because you can never have too many eggs! There will be a basket in the entrance of the Neumann Center or they can be dropped off at the front desk. No chocolate or peanuts please.
Middle School/High School Youth Groups
Middle School and High School youth group meets weekly at The Harbor. This is a time for students to deepen and explore their faith and build community with their peers Middle School Youth Group & Chapel Singers - Friday’s at The Harbor & Choir Room: Fridays from 4:00 – 7:30pm. High School Youth Group & Kirk Singers - Sunday’s at The Harbor & Choir Room Sundays from 4:00 – 8:00pm.
Parents Night Out
1 & 3rd Friday of every month, from 5:00 - 8:00pm Enjoy a date night on Las Olas and leave the babysitting to us! Cost is $35 one child $55 family max (ages PreK 3-5th grade) *includes dinner. Spots are limited and reservations must be made on our App or online one week in advance. *Child must be potty-trained. *Dates are subject to change. For more info contact Cindy Vason 954-598-9341 or email.
Cheer Camp Registration is Open!
Super fun Christian-based cheerleading camp for girls ages Prek4-5th grade. Hours 9-3:00. Registration is available on the app as well. Contact Cindy Vason 954 598-9341 for more information.
Let's Stay Connected!
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Stay in the know and get updates every Monday straight to your inbox! Email Jen Calvert to get added to the list at jenc@firstpres.cc.
Communication Request
Please complete the communication request form that is needed to ensure proper coordination of announcements and information distribution. Click Here.
Church Membership Class
Take the next step and join us at our Membership Connection Class and learn about who we are and ways to get connected in the community! We meet in the Neumann Center library (second floor) on the last Sunday of each month, starting at 9:45am. For more information or to RSVP, please contact our Membership Coordinator at 954-598-9360 or email susanc@firstpres.cc.
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Livestream Worship Every Sunday
We love staying connected with our community and family of faith...that’s why we started livestreaming years ago! We will continue to livestream our worship services on our Livestream channel and our Facebook page. To view the livestream. click on the links: Livestream channel - Facebook Page
Birthdays
Happy Birthday to everyone celebrating in March! We encourage you to reach out & wish our church family members a big Happy Birthday! Click Here for the Birthday list.
Download our Church App
Participate in worship – Read scripture – Fill out connect cards – Give – Enable push notifications and never miss a church update – Access media library and more! Download today, Click Here.
Stay in the know and get updates every Monday straight to your inbox! Email Jen Calvert to get added to the list at jenc@firstpres.cc.
Communication Request
Please complete the communication request form that is needed to ensure proper coordination of announcements and information distribution. Click Here.
Church Membership Class
Take the next step and join us at our Membership Connection Class and learn about who we are and ways to get connected in the community! We meet in the Neumann Center library (second floor) on the last Sunday of each month, starting at 9:45am. For more information or to RSVP, please contact our Membership Coordinator at 954-598-9360 or email susanc@firstpres.cc.
Need a Nametag? Order one Here!
Livestream Worship Every Sunday
We love staying connected with our community and family of faith...that’s why we started livestreaming years ago! We will continue to livestream our worship services on our Livestream channel and our Facebook page. To view the livestream. click on the links: Livestream channel - Facebook Page
Birthdays
Happy Birthday to everyone celebrating in March! We encourage you to reach out & wish our church family members a big Happy Birthday! Click Here for the Birthday list.
Download our Church App
Participate in worship – Read scripture – Fill out connect cards – Give – Enable push notifications and never miss a church update – Access media library and more! Download today, Click Here.
Volunteer Opportunities
Church Office Volunteers Needed
Become an office volunteer! We are in need of volunteers to help cover the front office on Tuesdays mornings, from 9am to 11am. Duties include answering the phone and welcoming our guests through the front office doors. If you are interested, please contact the church office at 954-462-6200. Thanks!
Volunteers Needed for the Audio/Video team!
Want the best seat on Sunday mornings? Get involved with the audio/video ministry here at First Pres. We will train you! In a short period of time, you could be working in the sound booth. Contact Evan via email evanb@firstpres.cc, or contact the front desk 954-462-6200 or drop by the sound booth after a service for more information.
Become an office volunteer! We are in need of volunteers to help cover the front office on Tuesdays mornings, from 9am to 11am. Duties include answering the phone and welcoming our guests through the front office doors. If you are interested, please contact the church office at 954-462-6200. Thanks!
Volunteers Needed for the Audio/Video team!
Want the best seat on Sunday mornings? Get involved with the audio/video ministry here at First Pres. We will train you! In a short period of time, you could be working in the sound booth. Contact Evan via email evanb@firstpres.cc, or contact the front desk 954-462-6200 or drop by the sound booth after a service for more information.
Ongoing Education Classes
Tuesdays
Wednesdays
Thursdays
- Men's Morning Bible Study at 8:00am: Meet weekly with other men to discuss scripture text and how to apply it to our everyday lives. For more information contact Mona Petersen.
- Pastor’s Bible Study and Lunch: Join Pastor Patrick Wrisley and other men for lunch and a Bible study in the Neumann Center Library on Thursdays at noon. We will meet in the hybrid format: in person and via Zoom.
Wednesdays
- Wednesday Night LIVE (WNL) Dinner: Fellowship Hall / 5:30pm. Adults: $10 / Students: $5 / Children five and under free. Register and pay on the church app or visit www.firstpres.cc/wnl. There will be no WNL! dinner or ministries on Wedneday April 5th in observance of Holy Week.
- Lent Experience: Lent in Plain Sight: Wednesdays @ 6:30pm. Held in Fellowship Hall. Connect with Mona Petersen, monap@firstpres.cc.
- Parents Connect: - Evenings. An opportunity for parents to come together for community and fun! Enjoy a delicious family dinner prepared by our Chef Phil, then take some time to engage in activities just for you while your kids are in Good Game Wednesday, Homework Huddle, or Childcare for your youngest!
- Good Game Wednesday’s: in the Family Campus: 5:30 - 7:30pm Middle & High School students are welcome to join us to learn new sports, experience healthy competition and work on sportsmanlike conduct.
Thursdays
- Women’s Bible Study: at 10 am in the study and renewal center - “Finding I Am”. You can purchase your copy of the book on Amazon. For more information connect with Mona Petersen.
- Women’s Morning Bible Study: at 10am in person or attend via zoom if you can’t make it in person. Purchase book on Amazon. Connect with Mona Petersen for more information.
- GriefShare Support Group: at 10am in the Chapel-in-the-Sky. Learn skills and coping strategies to deal with the loss of a loved one in a supportive and loving atmosphere surrounded by others who are in the grieving process. This group will meet in person and via zoom. Contact Pam Masten for more information, pamm@firstpres.cc.