October 16, 2026 • WWW.WHFIRSTCHURCH.ORG

Grace and peace to you:

It has been said that anxiety arises whenever a person has a difficult relationship with certainty. A person could, for example, want to know precisely how God’s future plans are going to play out. That person might demand detailed information about the blessings and benefits that s/he can expect to gain.

Moses was such a person. Sunday’s scripture lesson depicts him anxiously asking God for absolute assurance: “See, you have said to me, ‘Bring up this people’; but you have not let me know wh0m you will send with me.” We crave complete confidence that everything is going to be completely okay. Maybe the most we can hope for is continuous improvement in our outlook. I’ll say more when I see you.

Certainly,

rev.fredd

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Soul Conversations: JPWL Book Launch & LUNCH & LEARN: In-Person Attendance Sold Out- Join Us via Zoom!

Join Rev. Susan Izard for the launch of her latest work, Soul Conversations: A Pilgrimage of the Heart. While in-person attendance is full, all are welcome to participate in this free JPWL Lunch & Learn via Zoom!

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🕒11:30 a.m. - 1p.m.

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Join us every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month for bible study! All are welcome to join. If you have questions or want to join, contact Joe Tobin by phone or email.

📅Sunday October 18

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Festival of Trees

We’re inviting individuals, families, friends, businesses, and organizations to reserve a spot and create an original decorated artificial Christmas tree, wreath, or wall hanging for the festival.

Let your creativity shine—entries can be traditional, whimsical, elegant, playful, or completely unique!

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Reserve your entry by Saturday, November 28. Once you’ve reserved your spot, your completed tree, wreath, or wall hanging is due Sunday, November 29.

📅Festival of Trees December 3 and 5

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