First Church is on the brink of an astonishing milestone. Ronald J. Pearson, our wildly talented, much-loved resident-genius on the organ bench, is about to play his 50th Annual Organ Concert and we’re celebrating in Ron’s 50th year. Read more. buff.ly/45FWC2Q

Join us for lunch and Monday School with speaker Justin Schell as he leads this eight-week class beginning Monday, September 11, exploring what the Bible says about God's Kingdom. Lunch is at 11:30 a.m. buff.ly/3PmJ0nF

There is so much to learn and explore about the Way, the Truth and the Life (John 14:6); and, yet it doesn’t need to be overwhelming. When we attend a Sunday morning class, or a weekday Bible study, or a home-based K Group, we draw close to our LORD. buff.ly/3P3j7I5

Parents and caregivers with infant to preschool-age children are invited to come and sing while learning about Jesus and connect with other families. Led by Laurel Baird, we will meet on Mondays from 10-11 a.m. in Wiseman Hall beginning Monday, September 11. Please join us.

Beginning Sunday 17, Rev. Dan Hutchinson will teach a class on Sunday mornings at 9:30 a.m. in the West Parlor called, "Foundations." This class is open to anyone who is interested in studying the basic foundations of the Bible and Christian faith.

Join us for Wednesday Night Downtown Tulsa at First Church Tulsa starting Wednesday, September 13, dinner at 5:15 p.m., student classes at 6 p.m., and adult classes at 6:15 p.m. Pay for dinner in advance here. buff.ly/44oOqm5

Welcome to our newest class of members. We're happy to have you here! buff.ly/464rFoL

This is a love letter from the First Church choir to Ron Pearson, organist and director of music ministries upon his golden, 50th Annual Organ Concert scheduled for Sunday, October 8 at 4 p.m. Read the full article by Carol Elrod at the link. buff.ly/3LaQk34

Have you heard about Wee Worship for 2, 3 and 4-year olds? It's held on Sunday mornings during the 11 a.m. childcare hour and led by former associate children's director, Laurel Baird. Read more of this Tidings tory by Jenni Dollahon at the link. buff.ly/44G1eF6

As fall approaches, it is the time we see how we can support our church with our time, our abilities and our treasures. To make a commitment, please bring your pledge card to church by October 1, or pledge here buff.ly/47V5gfv

Mark your calendar for Saturday, September 16, at 6:30 p.m., to meet Rebecca McLaughlin who will speak to us on, "Four things Christians must reclaim." She is the author of "Confronting Christianity: 12 Hard Questions for the World's Largest Religion."

If you've ever talked to Ron Pearson, organist and director of Music Ministries, you will find that he has eclectic taste in books. He loves stories about everything from great composers of music to United States presidents, the Titanic disaster and more! buff.ly/3rauvtA

Each fall we look into the needs of the church for the next year and conduct a stewardship drive. In this Tidings story by Elizabeth DeVore, she describes the thoughts behind giving and shares more about the Finance Committee. buff.ly/3PsC4p5

First Church member Jerry McCoy knows God is bigger than we think! Jerry is a scientist and a man of faith. He has served as a physics professor at TU for the past 30 years. Read the entire article at the link. buff.ly/3PvAEKy

This summer, Tonye Briscoe retired from the church team as the facilities and benefits manager after more than 37 years. In this Tidings story by Kathy Wilson, learn more about Tonye's contribution and what she's doing now. buff.ly/3Z7msdI

Sunday, October 8, at 4 p.m., in the Sanctuary of First Presbyterian Church of Tulsa, Ron Pearson is celebrating his 50th Annual Organ Concert. Join us for this golden anniversary concert and celebrate Ron in a reception following the event. buff.ly/45ZKJVu

First Church is guiding several church members who are training to become commissioned ruling elders to provide pastoral care on a part-time basis including Faith Wambugu, Laura Stockbridge and Judith Land. Read the Tidings story by Nick McMillan here. buff.ly/3qXEanx

A self-described “Martha,” Joan Williams Hoar was ready to pass along the First Church historian gavel to Mary Anne Marberry, so she could nurture her “Mary” side. Read more in this story by Vicky Simpson Wilcoxen. buff.ly/3Pv8CyC

When Dr. Charles W. Kerr accepted the call to pastor First Presbyterian Church Tulsa in 1900, little did he know that a century and quarter later, a great grandniece, Mary Anne Marberry, would quarry the history he helped create. Read more in this Tidings. buff.ly/45WQL98

On Sunday, October 29, 2023, all are welcome to attend the retirement celebration honoring Diane and Dr. Jim Miller for their 31 years of service to First Church Tulsa. Refer to the schedule of events at the link below. buff.ly/3rYqpFq