Community Dinner

Last Wednesday, a dozen people gathered at Ascension UCC starting at 6pm for a short prayer service. Then ten people from the Islamic Society and several others (including former Literacy Director Eileen) came at 7pm for a wonderful salmon meal served by the Ascension membership.

During dessert Pastor Martin, Mike Kingsley, and several others presented about the ongoing need and presence of the unhoused in our community. It was a great evening of fellowship, resolution to partner more in ministry, and, especially on the part of Mike Kingsley, sharing how Jesus compels us to serve the community. There is a photo album on our church's Facebook (special thanks to Pearl for the photos).

Donations Needed

First Pres is collecting personal care items for the Hospitality Center. There is a box in the sanctuary for donations. Suggestions: toothpaste, toothbrushes, soap, tissues, shampoos, etc. All items will be given to the homeless of Norristown. Personal clothing such as socks, underwear, etc. are also needed. Collecting now thru December 8th. Thank you!

Clergy Appreciation

Greater Norristown Area Ministerium held a Clergy Appreciation Event on October 22 at Centre Theater just a few blocks from us. Pastor Martin attended and received, along with all the other pastors, a certificate from our district in the PA House of Representatives. There was also a slideshow cataloging the ministerium's work (composed by Pastor Martin & Pearl Flamberg), along with dinner and a historical exhibit of Charles Blockson that is well worth your time to look into more. Please click here for an album of the event on our Facebook. The slideshow is available below (and also on Facebook and Youtube).