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Be a HON Volunteer! Lend an Ear!

Be a HON Volunteer! Lend an Ear!

Ears wanted!  First United Methodist’s Helping Our Neighbors ministry (HON) needs volunteers to help those who need assistance with utilities or avoid eviction.  Since the pandemic, this ministry has been operating by phone, answering calls daily.  If you have a...

TAMING THE DRAGON Living Well with Inevitable Conflict   Lowering Fear of Conflict Different Conflict Styles Offering Skills for Conversation Cost: $15.00 includes lunch Register by calling 269-964-3700   First Presbyterian Church of Battle Creek 111 Capital...

Staffing Update: 11.06.22

Staffing Update: 11.06.22

Staffing Update As you may have heard, Pastor Chrissy Westbury will begin a new part-time role as Associate Presbyter with our Presbytery of Lake Michigan. The good news is that she will continue among us part-time, as well. Further good news is that Pastor Amber...

Greeting Cards Available!

Greeting Cards Available!

Greeting Cards Available! Share greetings for special occasions, and spread the love of Christ with friends and family with a handwritten note on one of Card Ministry's handcrafted cards! On Sunday, Nov. 13, Hearts-to-Hands Card Ministry will again have cards...

Martha Circle

Martha Circle

Martha Circle Martha Circle will meet on Wednesday, Nov. 9, at 3:00 p.m. in the Gathering Place. We have been learning about the women named in Matthew’s account of Jesus genealogy. The final lesson in this series is called “What are these women doing in a place like...

Taizé Worship

Taizé Worship

Taizé Worship This style of worship fosters a more contemplative spirit, including readings and prayers interspersed with silence and singing, led by piano. Sitting in a circle around candles is a simpler, centering way to share worship. Come, give it a try on the...