What’s Happening at First Light Church!
Summer Mission Trip
Our Nazarene Missions International (NMI) and Nazarene Youth International (NYI) will be teaming up to lead a mission trip to the island of Saint Kitts in the Caribbean.
NYI Youth Retreat
Registration begins at 6:00 on November 8th Pick up is at 4:00 November 9th.
Cost: $25 per student (to help cover the cost of the food and game supplies). This can be paid with Venmo @MaineDistrict-NYI, cash, or check made out to Maine NYI.
What : This event will be for students from 6th to 12th grade. We will play games, do crafts, hang out with friends, and worship together as we prepare to engage in God’s mission in our communities.
Alabaster Sunday
The Nazarene Alabaster offering helps construct church buildings, schools, medical facilities, and other infrastructure and are distributed worldwide through the denomination's global missions program. Pick up an Alabaster Box in the church foyer, fill it with change, and bring it to church on Sunday, November 3.
Trunk or Treat
South Portland Community Trunk or Treat
Saturday, October 26, 11 am - 3 pm
21 Nelson St. South Portland
We would love to have many of our church family at the Trunk or Treat to show love to our community. You don't need to decorate a trunk or even wear costume, simply join with us as we pass out candy, play games, and interact with others. Use the form to sign up for a shift; 10:30-12, 12-1:30, or 1:30-3. Contact Pastor Dave and let him know you want to be involved, pastordavereiss@firstlight.love.
Legacy Giving Seminar
Pastor John Twitchell, from the Nazarene Foundation, will be offering a seminar on Legacy Giving on Saturday, October 19, from 9-11am (breakfast included). Complete the form to register for this event.
Adult Small Groups
Monday Night Group: The Psalms of Ascent
at the Reiss home in Buxton
Mondays at 6:15 pm starting 9/23
Led by Pastor Dave Reiss
Ladies in the Parlor: Lyrics of Life
In the Parlor
Tuesdays at 10:30 am
Led by Midge Shaw
Young Adult Small Group: Not Alone
at Pastor Haley's Home
Wednesdays at 6:30 pm
Led by Jason and Becca Darling
Thursday Group: Victory in Spiritual Warfare
at Linda Maxwell's home in Scarborough
Thursdays at 10:30 am starting 9/26
Led by Bonnie Porter
Men's Group: Fight
a five week series using the life of Samson
Thursdays 7 pm in the Parlor, starting 10/3
Led by Pastor Mike Watts
The Purpose Driven Life
Thursdays 7 pm at the church, starting 10/3
Led by Pastor Hank Dunn
Friday Night at the Movies
in the Fuse room, at the church
Starting 10/11 at 6 pm
Led by Pastors Ajay and Julie Vyas
Portland Sea Dogs Game
Game begins at 1pm. Cost: $10
FUN FACT: August 4 is also Maine Blueberry Day and kids 16 & under can run the bases following the game!
How to reserve your ticket:
Option 1: Sign up at the table in the church foyer. Pastor Dave will purchase your tickets as part of our church group.
Option 2: Order your tickets as part of our group by visiting https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/Firstlight2. You will be able to select your seat in the 207 section. Please note there may be additional fees associated with ordering online.
The last day to order tickets is Sunday, July 28.
First Light Family Picnic
Click here to access the Sign-up Genius to bring items for the taco bar!
For more information contact Rebecca Darling or Sue Sass
Summer Movie Nights
Family Night at the Movie
Friday Nights!
Doors open at 5, Movies start at 5:30
Come and join us for a night out we the family.
July 19, July 26, Aug 2, Aug 9, Aug 16,
Easter Egg Hunt
REGISTER TO PARTICIPATE IN THE EASTER EGG HUNT HERE
We need YOU! - Ways you can get involved in helping with the event
Baptism Sunday
Are you ready to take a Next Step and go public with your decision of faith?
Craft Fair & Fuse Fundraiser
If anyone is interested in being a vendor at this event, please reach out to our event coordinator Wendy Farrington at timeless.travel1222@gmail.com. All proceeds from table rentals and concessions will go to benefit FUSE STUDENT MINISTRY!
Thanksgiving potluck & Cook-off challenge in the gym.
Sunday November 12th after our morning service we will be having an all church Thanksgiving potluck and cook-off challenge in the gym. Come hungry and bring your favorite family dish in 6 categories like Meat, Stuffing, Potato, Other Side Dish, Pie, and Other Desserts. Fun, fellowship, food, and fabulous prizes await! Sign up in the foyer or see Millie Axelson for more information. sign up
Trunk or Treat
The City's annual "Trunk or Treat" is just around the corner.
This is a great opportunity to engage with the community, show the love of Jesus, and promote the various great ministries of our church!
Please contact Pastor TJ at Ltorgersonjr@gmail.com.
LADIES GROUP
Fall "Ladies in the Parlor" Group
This group, led by Midge Shaw, is now meeting in the parlor every Tuesday at 10:30am. The current study is entitled, "The Life You Long For!"