Join us in Worship

Ash Wednesday Concert of Prayer

On February 22, 2012 we will celebrate Ash Wednesday, the first day of Lent with our sisters and brothers in Christ of the First Tongan UMC.

Please join us from 7:00 - 9:00 pm for a unique service called a "Concert of Prayer." Don't be misled by the phraseology; it's not a music concert - though we will hear a special song from both our Chancel Choir and First Tongan UMC's choir, and that's sure to be a treat
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A Concert of Prayer is a time for people to pray together corporately for revival. A leader reads a passage of scripture, suggests how to pray, then allows a few minutes for individuals and groups to pray together.

It is our hope that our Concert of Prayer will be attended by people from all corners of our congregational life as we pray for a spirit of unity and a passion for ministry together. Though we will all pray in our own "heart language, we will we be united in Christ Jesus.

Can't make it to Church? Watch the live worship webcast. Join us here at 7:00 pm

Readings for Ash Wednesday: Joel 2:1-2, 12-17 (or Isaiah 58:1-12); Psalm 51:1-17 (UMH 785); 2 Corinthians 5:20b–6:10; Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21

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English Worship Services

10:45 am Service

• Our Sunday worship service starts at 10:45 am and is held in the Sanctuary.

Upstream

• Upstream is held at 8:45 am on Sunday mornings in Fellowship Hall.

Upstream features music on contemporary musical instruments that is vibrant and soul-filled.

Sunday School

You are also invited to join one of our Christian Education Classes from 9:45 am - 10:45 am.

For more information on our services please visit our Visitor's Info page or contact the Church Office 650-323-6167

We also have services in the Fijian and Tongan languages.

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10:45 am Worship Service

If you are looking for a vibrant spirit-filled service with a relevant message and strong musical heritage, then our 10:45 am service in the Sanctuary will nourish your soul.

Experience the expected…. and the unexpected!

While our pastors and Chancel Choir may be wearing robes, the 10:45 service builds on and enhances Methodist church traditions.

Music is an integral part of our worship celebration...
One week our sanctuary may be filled with the sound of our children singing, while another week it could be anything from our ukulele strummers to our chamber music group. And each month we look forward to the Tongan Youth Choir and Band getting us all up on our feet clapping along to their inspiring sound.

Each week...
You’ll hear God’s good news proclaimed with passion and joy, and you’ll be motivated by creative and strategic thinking about how we all can integrate Christ’s mission into the life of the larger community.

Children are always welcome to join us in worship...
And before the sermon begins they are invited to Discovery Worship, our child-friendly, discovery-oriented, worship experience where kids can be all that makes them kids.

We join together with our Fijian and Tongan brothers and sisters on the first Sunday of every month for a joint Communion service. All are welcome at the Table.

And if you can’t join us in person, we invite you to worship with us online every Sunday morning at 10:45 am at www.firstpaloalto.com/live.

Come worship with us, pray with us, sing with us, and praise God with us every Sunday morning at 10:45 am. You are welcome here!

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8:45 am Upstream Worship

Join us weekly worship every Sunday at 8:45 am in Fellowship Hall.

Upstream features:

• Music on contemporary musical instruments that is vibrant and soul-filled.
• Media and artistic expressions that illumine our spiritual journey
• Participatory elements: interactivity, movement

Think vibrant, flexible, family-friendly. The exact "liturgy" of the worship may change from week to week; the music style, instrumentation and leadership configuration may vary; how much and what kind of "movement" may fluctuate. The details may twist, turn, and dance -- but these essentials of music, media, message and movement will always be there as we strive to connect with the flow of the Spirit of God within this community.

We invite you to come check it out Sunday mornings at 8:45 am in Fellowship Hall , to invite your friends, and, if you feel a call and connection, to help us start something new!

To learn more about Upstream, vist the new Upstream blog.

For more information contact Pastor Laurie 650-323-6167 x102

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Live Worship Webcast

     • Can't join us in person for worship?
     • Traveling?
     • Live out of the area?

     Now you can join us for worship online every Sunday at 10:45am

Just go to www.firstpaloalto.com/live to view the live video webcast.

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Discovery Worship for Children

Calling all children! You're invited to our new child-friendly, discovery-oriented, worship experience where kids can be all that makes them kids.

Who?
Children in grades K-5

What?
Children’s “hands on” worship held during the 10:45 worship hour.

When?
Kids will be invited from the 10:45 am worship service and return before the closing.

Where?
Guided to the tree house… A unique worship space created in one of our Sunday School Rooms

Why?
To help children into a child-friendly, discovery-oriented, worship experience where they can be all that makes them kids

Download a flyer about Discovery Worship.

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Lotu Vakaviti @ 11:00 ena vei Sigatabu

A Fijian fellowship is part of our Church.

Their services are conducted in the Fijian language.

They worship in our Chapel on Sundays at 11:00 AM

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First Tongan United Methodist Church of Palo Alto

The First Tongan United Methodist Church of Palo Alto shares our facilities.

Their services are conducted mostly in the Tongan language.

On the first Sunday of every month First Church and the members of the First Tongan Church join together at 10:25am for a combined worship service. This service is in English and communion is served.

The remaining Sundays of the month they worship in the Sanctuary at 1 PM. They also have a weekly 7 PM service on Wednesdays.

For more information, please contact the Rev. Sione Halafau 650-323-4340

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Videos Of Our Worship Services

Did you know that DVD's, videotapes (and audiotapes) of our worship services are available?

Five high quality cameras – purchased with Memorial funds – record the 10:25am service, as well as memorial services. VHS Videotapes of three month’s services are kept in the Church Library and available for loan.

For minimal cost, DVD's and videotapes can be purchased as a keepsake, or to send to friends or relatives. For example: a videotape of a service of baptism could be sent to out-of-state grandparents. Or you might want to start a library of special performances by our choirs.

Visit the Church Library or contact the church office for information.

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