July 10, 2026

Sunday, July 12

Tests and Sacrifices

Jasiel Hernandez Garcia

Genesis 22:1-8
Genesis 22:9-15

Adult Sunday School 7/12

“From Sowing to Synergy: The Enduring

Presbyterian Legacy in Korea’s Modern Higher Education”

Dr. Dongwoo Lee

In April 2024, a Hannam University banner in the office of the Schreiner University President inspired Rev. Dr. Dongwoo Lee to retrace the historic footprints of Presbyterian higher education. This effort led to a March 2026 presidential delegation to South Korea, establishing academic partnerships with five institutions rooted in this shared legacy: Soongsil, Keimyung, Hannam, Seoul Women’s, and the Presbyterian University and Theological Seminary (PUTS). During the visit, archival research revealed that pioneering missionary Rev. William M. Junkin, a foundational figure for Hannam University, and Dr. Sam McDowell Junkin, Schreiner’s third president, were distant cousins sharing a common lineage. This presentation examines how these deep historical roots undergird a continuing future partnership and dynamic educational exchanges transnationally among Presbyterian-affiliated higher education institutions.

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GOOD NEWS

Summer Snapshot

Take a look back at a few highlights from the past several weeks at First Presbyterian. This photo recap includes our Fish Fry and fellowship at Crider's (another chance to join...Friday, July 17), our Patriotic All-Church Dinner, our children's "I Have a Dream" video, photos from our youth trip to Schlitterbahn, chaperoned by Pastor Jasiel, Deanna, and Carra, and snapshots of many of our children enjoying Mo-Ranch's summer programs.

"I Have a Dream" Video

Representing FPC at the meeting of Mission Presbytery in Corpus Christi, June 12-13, were Heather and Jeff Cunningham, Jeanette and Gary Vaughan, and Nancy and Mike Wilson.

FPC on the Go!

Don't forget to pack your FPC shirt for summer travels!

Send us a photo of yourself wearing it on vacation, and we'll share where our church family is adventuring this summer.

We are excited to offer many opportunities for worship, fellowship, service, and special celebrations throughout the summer.

Here’s what we have planned in the coming weeks:

Sunday, July 12, 4:00 p.m.
Youth Swimming at the Summerlins'

All youth are invited for an afternoon of swimming and fellowship at the Summerlins' home.

Sunday, July 19, 4:00 p.m.

Youth Open Gym

Join us for games, basketball, volleyball, and time together.

Friday, July 17, 6:00 p.m.
Crider's Fish Fry & Fellowship

Join us for an evening at Crider's

Saturday, July 18th, 6:00 p.m.

Family Movie Night
Featuring Encanto!
Bring a pillow, blanket, or comfy chair and settle in for a relaxing evening together. Popcorn and drinks will be provided. Everyone is welcome!

Sunday, July 26, 3:00 p.m.

A Day in Nature Concert

Join us for an afternoon of beautiful music inspired by the natural world, featuring the United States premiere of Sonata for Flute and Piano No. 2: A Day in Nature by French composer Corentin Boissier. Performed by flutist Melinda Wade, clarinetist Tamara Raatz, and pianist Sabina Adrian, the program also includes works by Claude Debussy, Camille Saint-Saëns, and Libby Larsen, whose lively Barn Dances bring tarantulas and rattlesnakes to life through music. FPC Sanctuary. Admission is free, and all are welcome.

FELLOWSHIP

YAKRZ (pronounced ‘yackers’) gather

on the THIRD WEDNESDAY

each month for food, fellowship and fun.

BYO-Lunch:

Wednesday, July 15 11:00am-3:00pm
Manse

For more information, contact

Clarice Amann
(830) 739-7803

Ciebeam@Yahoo.com

The Greet, Eat & Meet (GEM)

Ladies Lunch

group gathers every second Wednesday, 11:30am for lunch.

July Lunch-Wahoo's!

This is a wonderful way for both new and existing members of our congregation to have fellowship and fun.

For more information, please reach out to Joyce Schlechte (281) 732-7670

joyceleroi@hotmail.com.

Men's Lunch

Will Resume in September

LeRoy Schlechte

leroy02@sbcglobal.net

(281) 732-4719

WORSHIP & FAITH FORMATION

Children's Church...

Will Resume in August

Women’s & Men's Bible Study...

Will Resume in September

Adult Sunday School Classes

Caring for Yourself & Others

CAM Donations

CAM is experiencing difficulty in acquiring some food items due to shortages at our regional food bank.

These are the items most needed:

Peanut Butter
Jelly
Cereal
Spaghetti Sauce
Canned Fruits
Canned Vegetables
Stew
Dried Fruits
Nuts
Snacks

These simple items go a long way for local families who need a little extra help right now.

Donations can be dropped off in the Narthex on Sunday morning, at CAM during regular hours, or at the church office. Thank you for supporting our community.

Hopes Kitchen

Hopes Kitchen is a weekly ministry located in our Family Life Center.

Volunteers provide a hot, balanced meal at 12:00 every Saturday.

Hopes Kitchen serves those who may have some form of food insecurity or just wish to seek fellowship at mealtime. In addition to meals, we also provide other basic care products and clothing.

To volunteer, please contact Cheryl Smith at cheryllajunta@icloud.com or

(830) 739-6971. Thank you for your support of this important ministry to our community!

Pop-Up Market

Next Pop-Up Market

Saturday, July 18th

June's Numbers:

11,478 pounds of food was sorted and delivered

124 Families will benefit from your kindness and hard work

Those families represent:

99 Seniors

177 Adults

139 Children

Please send an email to dunlapjulia@gmail.com if you would like to be part of this worthwhile event.

Immediate Crisis Support

(Available 24/7)

If you or someone you know is in immediate emotional distress or crisis,

please reach out:

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Call or text 988, or visit 988lifeline.org for free, confidential support.

Hill Country MHDD Crisis Hotline

(877) 466-0660

Local Mental Health Authority serving Kerr County.

Disaster Distress Helpline

Call or text 1-800-985-5990

Free crisis counseling for disaster survivors, responders, and caregivers.

Kerr County Sheriff's Office
(Non-Emergency)

(830) 896-1216

Life-Threatening Emergencies

Call 911

Local Mental Health Support

Hill Country MHDD Walk-In Services

819 Water St., Suite 170

Kerrville, TX 78028

Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Phone: (830) 955-1745

Emotional & Spiritual Support

Stephen Ministry – First Presbyterian Church of Kerrville

Stephen Ministry provides confidential, one-to-one Christian care for people experiencing grief, illness, caregiving, recovery after disaster, loneliness, and other difficult seasons of life.

To learn more or request a Stephen Minister, contact: John or Nancy Mallory – (830) 285-1201 or the

church office – (830) 257-3310

FPC Grief Support Group

In partnership with Peterson Hospice, this confidential support group meets on the first and third Fridays of each month at 10:00 a.m. in Ryan Hall.

For more information, contact:

Rev. Susan Montoya – (830) 955-9081

or the church office – (830) 257-3310

Ecumenical Center
Thomas Preininger, LCSW, M.Div.

(210) 386-8012

Endeavors – Texas Hill Country Services

Endeavors has opened a Kerrville office to provide free, confidential mental health counseling and disaster recovery services for individuals and families impacted by the July 4, 2025 flood.

1401 Sidney Baker St.

Kerrville, TX 78028

For more information, visit endeavors.org.