Texting for Turnout
The choices before us in the fast-approaching Nov. 8 election — for both Governor and Senator — and the elections are crucial. Where is our nation going? Old Firsters have
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POWER Interfaith Announces “Freedom Express Bus Tour”
One of the most powerful tools we have as human beings is the ability to tell our own stories. We share about the world we want to build through our
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Working Down the Punch List
We are getting closer to the final work in the Sanctuary. Colin is quietly painting everyday. We appreciate his caring work and appreciation for our sacred space. Sometimes it’s hard
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Community Ventures Update
Dear members of the Old First community, Progress on Old First House is moving quickly forward despite some challenges. After Community Ventures’ presentation to the congregation in April, we received
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Recruiting Worship Leaders
As we move into the Fall and a more “regular” worship routine, we want to bring back the habit of having worship leaders sign up for Sundays ahead of time
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Worship Summit Is Being Planned
As we look forward to Fall and the installation of our full audio / visual system in the Sanctuary for worship, the Worship Standing Leadership Group is planning a meeting
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Shaping Generations — 2022 National ONA Gathering
The Open and Affirming Coalition UCC is hosting a national virtual gathering August 5 – 7, 2022 Titled “Shaping Generations: Queer Justice and Lover in the UCC,” the gathering will
Read more JVMT Update on Old First House Construction
The JVMT is extremely thankful for those who helped with the clearing out of the Fox Building and the Christian Education building in preparation for the demolition/construction that was scheduled
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Voter Registration, South Street, Friday, July 22, 7-9 pm
We are trying to find a location where there might be numbers of unregistered voters (or voters needing to update their registration) that we can engage. Our sister congregation
Read more Whole-Home Repairs Program Passed!
The recent passage of Pennsylvania’s budget includes the newly-created Whole-Home Repairs Program and secures $125 million in ARP dollars to fund it! The effort to pass the Whole-Home Repairs legislation has
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