CHRISTMAS ORNAMENT MAKING
Join us as we prepare our recycled Christmas Ornaments for our Christmas tree at Shangri La Gardens.  We will meet in the Committee Room on Thursday October 3rd and 24th from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m.

FOOTBALL FAMILY FUN DAY!
Join us Saturday, November 2 for the Lamar University Football game.  Sign up in the Fellowship Hall.

PASTOR APPRECIATION MONTH
October is Pastor Appreciation Month.  As you know, God's word calls us to support our pastors. In 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13 we are told..."And now, friends, we ask you to honor those leaders who work so hard for you, who have been given the responsibility of urging and guiding you along in your obedience. Overwhelm them with appreciation and love"

HURRICANE HELENE
Prayer for those affected by Hurricane Helene.  Donate to Presbyterian Disaster Assistance to help recovery efforts.

STEWARDSHIP
We would like you to prayerfully consider giving a tithe to God so that our church can fulfill God’s mission in this world and completing a pledge card for 2025. You may pick up a pledge card in the back of the sanctuary.  Simply return the card to the office or place in the offering before Sunday, October 13.

PACK A SHOEBOX
Be a part of changing children's lives all over the world in Jesus' Name.  Shoe boxes and instructions are in the Fellowship Hall.

BECOMING PRESBYTERIAN, BECOMING A MEMBER!
Presbyterians affirm that God comes to us with grace and love in the person of Jesus Christ, who lived, died, and rose for us so that we might belong to God and serve Christ in the world. God sends the Holy Spirit to dwell within us, giving us the energy, intelligence, imagination, and love to be Christ’s faithful disciples in the world.
First Presbyterian Church is a place where people can meet Jesus, engage in a life-giving community, and everyone is welcome.  Our mission is to Worship God, Love People, and Grow Disciples.  Our hope is that you will find a family of faith where you will grow in your faith and use your gifts to the glory of God to worship Him, love people and grow disciples.
There are three ways to become a member of First Presbyterian Church: by Profession of Faith, by Reaffirmation of Faith, and by Letter of Transfer.  As you prayerfully consider your decision to become a member of First Presbyterian Church, we encourage you to speak to Rev. Bobby Daniel about your decision.  He is available to talk with you following the worship service, or you may contact him by phone (409-883-2097) or email bobby@firstpresorange.com during the week.

BLESSING BOX DONATIONS NEEDED
Please keep in mind that most folks utilizing the Blessing Box do not have access to a can opener (pop-top preferable) or means to cook the items.
Examples of donated items include:  Peanut butter, mixed fruit snack. snack crackers, pop tarts, tuna or chicken salad kit, Vienna sausages.  
Non food examples include:  Travel size toothbrushes, travel size toothpaste, small bars of soap, wash cloth.  You may drop off items in the Fellowship Hall in the Lutcher Building or place them directly in the box.  Thank you so much for helping!

FPCO BRIDGE GROUP
FPCO has a Bridge Group!  Join us on Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. at the Lutcher Memorial Building.  If you are interested in learning and playing Bridge, contact the church office at 409-883-2097.

SOUP KITCHEN
We have been serving hot meals to the Orange community since 1984. We are able to feed approximately 100 people every Tuesday and Friday from 11:30 a.m.-12: 30 p.m. The meals are served in the Gillespie Building on the First Presbyterian Church campus at the corner of 9th and Green Avenue.

SLEEP IN HEAVENLY PEACE (SHP)
FPCO has partnered with Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP) to outreach to our community and provide beds for children.  From time to time we will make beds and then deliver them to children in our area.  If you are interested in helping with this new ministry contact the church office 409-883-2097.  Here is a link to our partners website:  https://shpbeds.org/chapter/tx-beaumont/