First Presbyterian Church of Fresno

Dear First Pres,

   Many of us have been praying for rain. And, praise the Lord, He is providing. What a joy it has been this week to experience the blessing of God’s natural restoration of a parched land!

Dear First Pres,

   Depending on who you ask, this upcoming Sunday might be the most exciting Sunday of the year. If you saw our announcement video, you heard the savory (or maybe “sweet” is a better word) news. We’re having cinnamon rolls! Yahoo! 

Dear First Pres

Dear First Pres,

Dear First Pres,

   Happy Thanksgiving! This past Sunday we took a few moments in worship to share and give thanks for how we’ve seen the Lord at work in the midst of our congregation. It was an inspiring time to consider all that God has done and is doing. What is it that you see God doing this year for which you can give thanks? I encourage you to write it down, pray about it, and share it.

Dear First Pres,

   In the second letter from the Apostle Paul to Timothy (2 Timothy), there is a passage that is familiar to many of us about the way that all Scripture is God-breathed (2 Tim. 3:16). But Paul actually starts talking about the Scriptures in the verse before. Here are the verses together:

Dear First Pres,

   Happy Veterans Day. If you know someone who served in any branch of our armed forces, I encourage you to send them a note or give them a call today to express your gratitude. And, if you are a Veteran, thank you for your service and sacrifice. We appreciate you.

   Here are a few quick updates on things First Pres:

Dear First Pres,

   What a Sunday! First, our worship services were powerful. I love our liturgy of remembering the saints who have died in the Lord. And I am grateful for the opportunity to remember our heritage each year on Reformation Sunday. I especially enjoyed all the tartan that showed up (even some kilts!). 

Dear First Pres,

Dear First Pres,