Blessing of the Backpacks and Ice Cream Social This Sunday + August Newsletter

August 5, 2026

Rooted Kids! – New midweek program

Rooted Kids, our new mid-week program is here!

See the details below and register here.

Volunteer Opportunities – We're looking for energetic, faith-filled volunteers who love kids and want to help make Wednesdays the highlight of every child's week. Volunteers are welcome to serve every week or on a schedule that works for you. Volunteers will receive a per student discount on the registration fee.

Questions? Contact Stacey Chvatal.

✅ Registration for Rooted Kids, our brand-new after-school midweek ministry for elementary-aged kids is open!

🤩 Think Vacation Bible School every Wednesday, without having to wait until summer! Each week will feature an afternoon filled with faith, fun, friendships, and hands-on activities that help kids know Jesus, grow in their faith, and build lasting friendships.

📅 Session 1:

Wednesdays from September 30 – November 18

⏰ Time: 3:45–5:30 p.m.

Kids will begin each afternoon with a snack and hangout time before rotating through four engaging, hands-on activity stations.

📍 Location: First Pres Wheaton

👧 Who Can Attend? Kindergarten–5th Grade

💲 Cost: $90 per student ($70 per student with volunteer discount)

😃 We can’t wait to make Wednesday afternoons the highlight of your child’s week and a place to make friends, discover God’s love, and grow in faith together.

View the August Newsletter Here

"There is something special about August. Summer is still with us, but ..."

Continue reading Pastor Kellen's August message here. The First Look monthly newsletter is published at the beginning of each month, and is found on the church website homepage in the Resources area. If you or someone you know would like to receive a printed copy of the newsletter, please call or email the office and we will be happy to send you a printed version.

Sunday's Service

Summer Sermon Series

Growing Season: Cultivating the Fruit of the Spirit

Summer is a season of growth. Gardens flourish, crops mature, and fruit begins to appear. In the same way, the Holy Spirit works within believers to cultivate a Christ-shaped life. The fruit of the Spirit is not a list of achievements but the natural result of a life rooted in God's grace. Throughout this nine-week series, we will explore how the Spirit grows these qualities in us and how they shape our work, witness, and walk with Jesus.

This Week – “Strength Under Control”

Matthew 11:28-30

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Sunday, August 9
Service at 10:30 a.m.

Childcare available.

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Sunday, August 9

Kids Ministry

Summer Kids Church at 10:30 – Kids Church is offered during the 10:30 service for children 4 years old through entering 5th grade. Children will start in the Sanctuary with their families and then be invited down to LL105/The Ministry Center during the service for an age-appropriate lesson and activity. Children can be picked up in LL105 following the service.

Children 3 years old and younger are welcome in the Childcare Room in LL103.

For more information, contact Sta cey Chva tal.

Youth Ministry

Genesis Middle School Ministry: Offsite event at 7:00 p.m. tonight
WF High School Ministry: Sunday, August 9: Event at 7:00 p.m.

– Check your emails for the summer calendar of events –

Help Restock the PRC Food Pantry

During this week’s severe storms, the People’s Resource Center food pantry in Wheaton lost power and was forced to discard nearly three tons of refrigerated and frozen food.

You can help the pantry restock by making a financial gift or donating fresh produce. Current needs include avocados, clementines, corn, bell peppers, onions, and watermelon. See their donation hours or donate funds online. Thank you for your generosity to our most vulnerable neighbors!

Memorial Tree Dedication

On Sunday, August 16, we will dedicate a tree planted on the church grounds in memory of beloved deacon, Alan Konfirst, who passed away in 2025.

The brief dedication ceremony will take place in front of the Parish House at 11:45 a.m., immediately following the 10:30 worship service. All are invited to join us as we remember Alan with gratitude and honor his faithful service to our church community. Thank you to all deacons, past and present, whose donations made this memorial possible.

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