Calling all Youth to Help with the Sub Sandwich Fundraiser
Saturday, February 7 • 2-3pm & Sunday, February 8 • 7:30-11:30am

We will need youth to help with our annual fundraiser! On Saturday, February 7, we will be prepping the ingredients for the subs, and Sunday, February 8, we will assemble the subs bright and early. Both days we will be at FPCRO and our goal is to have all sub orders for the respective congregations ready for pick-up mid-morning on February 8. Refreshments for volunteers will be provided Sunday.
 

Snack Pax Hands-on Mission Event

We will pack Snack Pack bags after worship on Sunday, February 8. These small bags of food help children and those experiencing homelessness and are distributed by the Song and Spirit Center in Royal Oak. Folks of all ages are encouraged to participate in this intergenerational project that will take place at Coffee Hour, hosted by the Mission in Service Committee.

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Ash Wednesday Worship

Join us in the sanctuary or online for worship on Ash Wednesday on February 18 at 7pm. This service marks the start of the season of Lent, when we turn our hearts to God anew and take time to examine our spiritual lives.

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Read the Gospel of John during Lent

Lent begins on February 18 (Ash Wednesday). This year, our congregation will be reading through the gospel of John as our devotional practice for the season. Download introductory info and a reading guide at our website, or pick up a hard copy at the reception desk. For those who would like to discuss the practice and what the gospel revealed to you, join Pastor Emma on Tuesday, March 31 at 7pm in the Fireside Room.
 

Show and Tell Fair

On Sunday, February 22 following worship in Kirkman Fellowship Hall, the Generosity and Resources Committee will host a Show and Tell Fair. This event will provide time for our church family to share their skills, hobbies, talents, and passions—or anything you’re ‘into!’ Friends and members will stroll through the booths to chat and learn more about you and your interests as we all build connections and friendship. Click here to sign up for a space to share what you do, find others in the church who do it also, and learn about members’ hobbies and skills: We’d love for new folks to participate, and you’re also welcome to participate if you enjoyed sharing at our last Fair in 2022! You don’t have to be an expert at anything. You don’t need any elaborate set-up or display, but you’re invited to bring photos, examples or equipment, memorabilia, or a demonstration of your activity.

 

​Tom & Ruth Kirkman Scholarship Fund for Higher Education

Are you discerning higher education for yourself? Church members who are high school seniors and older are eligible to apply for a one-time scholarship through the Kirkman Scholarship Fund. This fund allows us to award funding to members who are seeking higher education. Most forms of higher education are eligible for scholarships. They are not limited to colleges and universities. It is not necessary to name your place of learning at the time you apply. Award checks will be mailed to the school later in the year. Applications are available on our church website at www.fpcro.org. If you would like more information, please contact Joelle Jarrait at jjarrait@fpcro.org.

 

Tackle Hunger

During the month of February, our congregation is participating in Tackle Hunger! (Formerly called Souper Bowl of Caring.) You are invited to bring a non-perishable item for our Little Free Pantry. Cans with pull-tabs are very useful. Fruit cups and cereal bars are also great to include. (Please, no glass containers.) Since its installment, the Little Free Pantry at FPCRO has been a truly helpful source for people in our neighborhood. If you prefer to make a monetary donation, you may do so by labeling it “Tackle Hunger” or “Free Pantry.”

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Exploring the Nature of God! Vacation Bible School 2026

Mark your calendar for a Rainforest Falls Vacation Bible School, June 22-26 from 9am-12pm. Registration begins March 1!

 

Volunteer at Rainforest Falls Vacation Bible School!

Our 2026 VBS is June 22-26! This is a wonderful week of sharing God’s word with our church children and the children of our community. We are looking for volunteers for a variety of areas. Please visit our sign-up genius at https://tinyurl.com/3trxwt83 to join in on the fun! Please contact Joelle Jarrait for more information.
 

The Mobile Food Pantry Volunteer Opportunity

The Mobile Food Pantry at FPCRO picks up food donations from local businesses and delivers them to low-income seniors by the truckload. There are about a thousand grateful recipients and a small team of volunteers. The Pantry is looking for someone interested in volunteering on a weekly basis to pick-up donated bagels each Tuesday afternoon at 2pm from Einsteins (Woodward N of 11 Mile) and then deliver them to the church. If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, or getting involved with the pantry, please contact Bonnie T. or Jim D.

 

Naomi-Ruth Circle Meets Wednesdays at 10:30am

Women of FPCRO, mark your calendars and attend Naomi-Ruth Circle! Circle meets at 10:30am in the Fireside Room the second Wednesday of the month September to June. We begin with fellowship and snacks, share joys and concerns, and learn of various missions, and conclude with Bible Study. This year’s study is “Sacred Encounters: The Power and Presence of Jesus Christ in Luke through Acts,” produced by Presbyterian Women/Horizons Bible Study.

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Opportunity to Usher on Sunday Mornings

The Worship and Nurture Committee is looking for ushers. Simply arrive 20-25 minutes ahead of
the 10:30am service to greet folks and hand out bulletins. After worship, retrieve the completed
pew rack Friendship pad forms. A sign-up sheet is on the table in the Narthex. Questions? Contact Gail Meengs.

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Need a Ride to Church?

The Deacons want to ensure that everyone who wants to come to church can get here! Lynne Sullivan is the transportation advocate on the Board of Deacons. If you need a ride to church, or would like to have a ride occasionally, please get in touch with Lynne. Or call the church office to get her contact information. Lynne can work with you to see how we can arrange a ride for you to join us for worship.

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​Sunburst Singers Music Program for Children

Join our music program for kids (preschool through early middle school), following worship on the first and third Sundays of each month from September through June.​