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Calendar of Events Pastoral Reflections Living God’s Love The Gift of Space


Guide to FPCA Groups


Chili Cook-Off Helps Feed Hungry


Kneaders Help Needy


9 Welcoming Children to the Lord’s Table


10 Coming Soon: A New Playground


11 Q&A 31–April 2 Graduating Senior Retreat


Got an Idea for Tidings? Tidings bears witness to the ministries of First Presbyterian Church of Allentown, offering stories and perspective on our efforts to live God’s love for the common good of our community and the world.


Got a story idea that illuminates how the Spirit moves in our congregation? Contact Rich Laliberte at tidings@fpcallentown.org.


For other inquiries about Tidings, please contact Caley Oels in the church office, at 610-395-3781, ext. 11, or caley.oels@fpcallentown.org.


On the cover: JoAnn Jones kicks off the Chili/ Soup Cook-Off that provided food for members of the community as well as a night of fellowship for FPCA members and friends. Back cover: Cook-Off attendees assemble snack packs for local schoolchildren.


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Tween First Friday


Confirmation Class worships at Temple Beth El


Palm Sunday


Maundy Thursday worship services Good Friday worship services Easter Vigil


Easter No Church School Easter Egg Hunt


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Confirmation Class Spring Retreat Youth Choir Tour


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Calendar of Events


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Ash Wednesday worship services Tween First Friday


Lenten Organ Recitals begin (every Tuesday in Lent)


Daylight Saving Time begins Girl Scout Sunday


The Next Level begins (every other Monday)


Session Family Movie Night


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