First Presbyterian Church of Monterey

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    May 31, 2026: Bike chat on Bluegrass Sunday

    Bike Month (May) events in many counties around the state and nation sometimes include Bike to Worship rides—biking to churches, mosques, synagogues, and other houses of worship. Celebrate Bike Month by joining us at a Monterey church on May 31, 2026. Can’t bike there but wanna socialize with youth and adults who bike, or even…

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    Rest stop tip: Jay Bartow Memorial Garden, Monterey

    Bicycling Monterey has reminded city planners and others about the importance of rest stops for people who use active transportation (e.g., walk, bike, scoot, skate). Now there’s a beautiful, peaceful new rest stop near downtown Monterey. The Jay Bartow Memorial Garden at First Presbyterian Church501 El Dorado, Monterey FPC welcomes residents of their neighborhood and…

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    Tree-Planting Event in Monterey

    Former emergency room physician and hospital chief of staff Matthew Sleeth, MD is author of Reforesting Faith; Serve God, Save the Planet; and 24/6. He’s also cofounder of Blessed Earth. Learn why he changed career paths to help heal the planet.

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    From China’s Fujian province to biking in Monterey: Doris Chen, a Steward of the Earth

    The vibrant presence and joyful spirit of Doris Chen are visible evidence that biking is beneficial. Hear this native of China’s Fujian province, who visited and worked in Monterey County, tell some other reasons why she bikes… Yes, saving money and gas and keeping the Earth cleaner are among multiple reasons people choose to ride a bicycle. Being a good steward…

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    2nd Annual Intergenerational Ride (2013)

    A wizard wrench and a mix of spandex-clad heroes were among those who helped make this Bike Week ride such fun. From babies to grey-haired members of the tribe, a diverse representation of the Monterey County bike community came together to ride as one. See some photos and learn more.

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    Eco Wisdom of a Bike-Friendly Faith Community: First Presbyterian Church of Monterey

    For a post about the church’s garden, see “Rest stop tip: Jay Bartow Memorial Garden.” Looking for bike-there tips for First Presbyterian Church of Monterey? Scroll down until you see the photo below again. Some people bike to First Presbyterian Church of Monterey—e.g., City of Monterey’s since-retired Mayor Clyde Roberson, shown above with Dottie Roberson and Matthew…

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