MISSION PARTNERS
First Presbyterian partners with many local organizations to create positive change in our community. Click on one of the programs below to learn more, and consider volunteering your time with one of them.
FPC THRIFT SHOP
Serving Norman for over 60 years
404 Toberman Drive, Norman
DONATIONS ACCEPTED Mondays, Tuesdays, & Wednesdays 9:30-11:30am
SHOPPING is open to the public Thursdays 9am-4pm
DONATIONS ACCEPTED Mondays, Tuesdays, & Wednesdays 9:30-11:30am
SHOPPING is open to the public Thursdays 9am-4pm
Did you know that the First Presbyterian Church Thrift Shop has been in operation for over sixty years? Since 1960, members of this congregation have been serving the Norman Community, Campus Corner neighborhood, and surrounding areas with affordable clothes and home goods. The Thrift Shop provides support to everyone from college students needing furnishing for their apartments, to people looking for a treasure, to unhoused neighbors in need of a warm coat for winter and a friendly place to shop. This is not only the longest ongoing ministry of FPC, but also one of its most impactful as well. In addition to serving those who walk through the doors, the Thrift Shop distributes its annual proceeds to almost 19 different non-profits across Norman.
The Thrift Shop is located at 404 Toberman St. in Norman and is open to the public for shopping on Thursdays 9am-4pm, with parking on the west side of the building. It is run exclusively by volunteers from within our congregation, offering a friendly and welcoming shopping experience for all who enter the shop. Drop-off donations are accepted Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays between 9:30-11:30am. If you have items you'd like to donated, we would greatly appreciate you brining them by. Your donations provide us the continued opportunity to serve those in need within our treasured Norman community. Come by and see us!
The Thrift Shop is located at 404 Toberman St. in Norman and is open to the public for shopping on Thursdays 9am-4pm, with parking on the west side of the building. It is run exclusively by volunteers from within our congregation, offering a friendly and welcoming shopping experience for all who enter the shop. Drop-off donations are accepted Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays between 9:30-11:30am. If you have items you'd like to donated, we would greatly appreciate you brining them by. Your donations provide us the continued opportunity to serve those in need within our treasured Norman community. Come by and see us!
SECOND WIND
Serving coffee and community
Second Wind is a non-profit coffee shop founded in 2008 by FPC with the goal of having an inclusive space for University of Oklahoma students to gather, study, and share a cup of coffee. As a registered non-profit (501c3), Second Wind has no set pricing, instead offering a menu based on recommended donations to provide less fortunate customers with high quality coffee without specialty coffee shop prices. In addition, a portion of annual proceeds is donated to another non-profit selected by volunteers and the community to maintain relevancy and engagement. Second Wind serves OU's students, our community, and those in need. Located in the turquoise building on the southeast side of the FPC property, we invite you to stop by for cup of coffee and to help advance FPC's mission!
mISSION OPPORTUNITIES
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MISSION COMMITTEE
The Mission Committee's purpose is to follow the example of Jesus Christ’s life and teachings to love our neighbors and to care for those in need outside our church community, that is locally, nationally, and globally, through our prayers and human and financial resources support. We welcome new members and
would be thrilled for you to join the team!
would be thrilled for you to join the team!
Congregational life committee
The major function of the Congregational Life Committee is to plan activities and meals for congregational fellowship opportunities. Congregational Life provides support for activities and events at FPC including picnics, movie nights, bingo nights, Thanksgiving/Easter/Christmas meals, Pentecost, Scottish Reformation Sunday, ice cream socials, etc. Congregational Life meets the first Monday of each month. We welcome new members!
Worship committee
The Worship Committee provides support for Sunday worship services. The committee is responsible for identifying lay readers, preparing communion, ensuring fresh flowers in the Sanctuary, ushering, and running the A/V system. In addition to these areas, the Worship Committee assists the Head of Staff and Music Director to ensure our worship services run smoothly and beautifully. We welcome the help of new committee members.
MISSION OPPORTUNITIES
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welcome & hospitality committee
The mission of the Welcome and Hospitality Committee is twofold: to create an atmosphere of warmth and acceptance for those who are already part of our congregation, and to extend a heartfelt invitation to those in our community who are not yet members. We strive to make our church a beacon of love and friendship that anyone might feel called to join. Please consider being part of this exciting journey to extend our church's warmth and fellowship. Your presence and input will be a great addition to our team, enriching our collective endeavor to radiate God's love to all.
nominating committee
The Nominating Committee reviews the nominations of congregation members for the positions of deacons, elders, and trustees who will serve the church. We discern together on which members to call to serve before making a motion of recommendations at the annual congregational meeting. This committee supports the important role of individual service within FPC and welcomes any and all who would like to help serve!
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION committee
We believe God gave us brains and expects us to use them! Christian Education at FPC, Norman provides relevant classes and programming to meet the spiritual and religious needs for everyone during their lifespan. From babies to older adults, you’ll find a learning opportunity for every stage of life, addressing the diversity of life experience. By promoting a maturing faith and discipleship, we learn together how to faithfully follow Jesus Christ in the world today.