First Presbyterian Church of Tulsa

06/01/2026

Congratulations to our 2026 Exodus high school graduates! We celebrate this milestone and pray for the Lord's blessing as you step into the next chapter of life.
First row: Gloria Shelton, Zoe Gingerich, Vivienne Fravel, Ife Aruna and Carol Gitau
Second row: Naomi DeSpain, Devyne Ramey, Taylor Farris, Sheila Atkinson and Hope Thompson
Third row: David Masaku, Phoebe Stoeppelwerth, Lucy Donohue, Alexander Philp
Fourth row: John Carroll, Jarrett Kamande, Joshua Nsereko and Rupert Winton

05/31/2026

05/29/2026

This Sunday, May 31, at First Presbyterian Church of Tulsa, we continue our summer sermon series, The Story of Jesus, exploring the life and ministry of Christ through beloved stories from Scripture as told in The Jesus Storybook Bible. Each week, we rediscover how every story points to Jesus and reveals His love, power and purpose.

In traditional worship, guest pastor Rev. Wally Johnson will preach “Simple Faith,” while Rev. James Estes will preach “How to Pray” in contemporary and international worship. Whether you're a longtime member, returning after some time away, or visiting for the first time, you are warmly welcome.

Traditional Worship
8 a.m. in Kerr Chapel and 11 a.m. in the Sanctuary
“Simple Faith”
John 17:1-11
Rev. Wally Johnson

Contemporary Worship
8:30 a.m. in Stephenson Hall
“How to Pray”
Luke 11:1-13
Rev. James Estes

International Worship
11 a.m. in the Great Hall
“How to Pray”
Luke 11:1-13
Rev. James Estes

Worship services are streamed online at Facebook.com/FirstChurchTulsa and FirstChurchTulsa.org/YouTube and also broadcast on Cox Channel 3 at 11 a.m., 5 p.m., and 10 p.m. Thank you for your continued financial support. Online giving is available at FirstChurchTulsa.org/give.

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, let's take a moment to remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. We're grateful for their service and our prayers are with the families they left behind.
The church offices are closed today, Monday, May 25.

05/23/2026

This Sunday, May 24 at First Presbyterian Church of Tulsa, we celebrate Pentecost Sunday, giving thanks for the gift of the Holy Spirit and the birth of the Church. As we continue our summer sermon series, “The Story of Jesus,” we are reminded that the same Spirit who empowered the early believers still leads, strengthens and guides us today.

You are invited to come worship with us through music, scripture, shared faith and fellowship–you are welcome and we look forward to seeing you!

Traditional Worship
8 a.m. in Kerr Chapel and 11 a.m. in the Sanctuary
“You Will Receive Power”
Acts 1:3–8
Rev. James Estes

Contemporary Worship
8:30 a.m. in Stephenson Hall
“Step Forward in the Spirit”
Acts 2:1–21
Rev. Wambugu Gachungi

International Worship
11 a.m. in the Great Hall
“Step Forward in the Spirit”
Acts 2:17–21
Rev. Wambugu Gachungi

Worship services are streamed online at Facebook.com/FirstChurchTulsa and FirstChurchTulsa.org/YouTube and also broadcast on Cox Channel 3 at 11 a.m., 5 p.m., and 10 p.m. Thank you for your continued financial support. Online giving is available at FirstChurchTulsa.org/give.

05/20/2026

With joy and gratitude, First Presbyterian Church of Tulsa has called Rev. Cameron Beaty as the next Senior Pastor and Head of Staff.

Festival Sunday on May 17, 2026 was a joyful and memorable day in the life of First Church Tulsa as the congregation gathered to welcome Rev. Beaty, hear him preach for the first time and later vote to approve him as Senior Pastor.

The day also marked the culmination of months of prayer, discernment and tireless work by the Pastor Nominating Committee, whose faithful dedication and wisdom in seeking the church’s next pastor will have a lasting impact on the future of First Church Tulsa.

One of the most memorable moments of the morning came before worship even began. As Rev. Beaty entered the Sanctuary, the congregation spontaneously rose in applause and joyful cheers, warmly welcoming Cameron and his family before a single word had been spoken.

The Sanctuary was filled with praise, hope and excitement as traditional, contemporary and international worship came together in one unified service. Rev. Beaty preached a sermon titled “Jesus Calms the Storm,” reminding us that Jesus is all-powerful, we are not, and His power is for the powerless.

Following worship, the congregation overwhelmingly voted in favor of approving Rev. Beaty as Senior Pastor, and the Sanctuary again filled with applause and celebration as Cameron and Emily Beaty returned to greet the congregation.

We are deeply thankful for God’s guidance throughout this process and ask for continued prayers for the Beaty family and for First Church Tulsa as we prepare to welcome them to Tulsa later this summer.

Note: Rev. Beaty’s call was also approved by the Eastern Oklahoma Presbytery’s Committee on Ministry and the full Presbytery.

05/19/2026

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05/16/2026

Join us for a special Festival Sunday on May 17 at First Presbyterian Church of Tulsa. Our congregation will gather together for one combined worship service at 11 a.m. in the Sanctuary as we welcome the pastor nominee to preach.

Following worship, the congregation will gather for a meeting and vote on the motion to accept the recommendation of the Pastor Nominating Committee as Senior Pastor and Head of Staff. This will be a significant day in the life of our church, and we hope you will join us in worship and prayer.

Worship services are streamed online at Facebook.com/FirstChurchTulsa and FirstChurchTulsa.org/YouTube and also broadcast on Cox Channel 3 at 11 a.m., 5 p.m., and 10 p.m. Thank you for your continued financial support. Online giving is available at FirstChurchTulsa.org/give.

05/14/2026

Gratitude overflows to the Lord as we reflect on a meaningful spring at First Church. It is a blessing to be part of a vibrant congregation that loves and cares for one another, worships together, and celebrates God’s goodness. As we continue through this exciting season of growth, we invite you to join us and experience the peace and joy of a church family centered on Jesus Christ.