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All are welcome.

Dear CPC Family,


It's July 4th weekend, a time when many of us will gather with family and friends and reflect on our nation's 250th anniversary. For Christians, occasions like these can also invite us to consider how we live as neighbors, seek the common good, and give thanks for God's gifts while examining our own lives with humility.


This Sunday, which is also Communion Sunday, we'll reflect on the themes of righteousness, grace, and community at God's Table—a table that welcomes people from every nation and extends far beyond any earthly border. Together we will receive the spiritual nourishment that strengthens us to do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with God.


I hope to see you this Sunday!



Peace,

Betsey

Pastor Betsey Moe

Listen to Pastor Betsey's sermon from Sunday, June 28: "I Wonder About the Cross." by clicking here. Feel free to share this with others.


Some of you asked for the Cross meditation prayer used after the sermon.

Click here for a copy of it.

Summer is traditionally a time to step out of routine and give ourselves permission to wander and daydream. What better season to let our minds “wonder” about our big questions of faith? 


When we look at how Jesus graciously handled curiosity and doubt, we can affirm that “Not All Who ‘Wonder’ Are Lost!”


CPC Members wrote down and submitted their “wonderings” about the Bible and Christian faith, and in worship from June through August, we ALL get to ponder these questions. Stay each Sunday for the post-worship Q and R (Question and Response) time with the preacher!


July

5- “I Wonder About the Lord’s Supper” 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

12 – Community Service in Q’emiln (Pastor Dan Chance of Oasis Church – Preacher; CPC is leading the Music) Bring a lawn chair!

19 – "What Does it Mean to be a Peacemaker?" Acts 9: Rev. Mindy Smith (Whitworth Office of Church Engagement), Guest Preacher

26 – “I Wonder About Baptism” Romans 6:3-11


August

2 – “I Wonder About People Who Don’t Believe” John 10:11-16; 14:1-11

9 – “I Wonder About How You Become a Christian” – Rev. Ted Mattie, Guest Preacher

16- “I Wonder About the Afterlife” Rev. 21:1-7, Matthew 22:23-33

23- “I Wonder About My Own Doubt” 1 Corinthians 15:12-19

30- “I Wonder What It Means to Be Created in God’s Image” Genesis 1:26-31


Some of your questions didn't make it into the series. On August 30, the post-worship Q & R time will be extended to address as many of the omitted questions as we can get through! 

This summer, plan to stay after fellowship for the "Question and Response" time with the day's preacher. Sometimes a sermon just gets the wheels turning and is the start of a great conversation! Q & R time is held in the sanctuary, is open to all, and finishes at 11:45 am.

Summer Fellowship

After Worship


Thank you to all who have brought light snacks on Sundays so that we can enjoy a great time of fellowship after worship. Sign up in the Fellowship Hall to take a turn providing simple goodies that go with coffee!

Thank you to our Deacons for the delicious cupcakes and fruit to celebrate the amazing humans born in April, May, and June! 

Remember to head to Q'emiln Park RATHER THAN our church sanctuary on July 12! Bring a lawn chair, a hat, and water to drink as we worship with our neighbors from at least four other congregations in Post Falls. 


Let's proudly wear our Community Presbyterian shirts to community worship at Q'emiln Park. If you've got it - wear it!

Mission Moment


"The 2026 Union Gospel Recovery Commencement took place recently. It was a joy to celebrate God's hand in restoring lives of these people, to gain deeper insight into what UGM is and does, and to share in all the smiles...that hit me the most....those huge beautiful smiles...and as a woman walked across the stage to recieve her certificate...a voice from the crowd..."that's my mom!" 

- Carrie Stuart

Serve with Family Promise Starting THIS Sunday!


Two families facing housing insecurity will be staying in our church basement from July 5 to July 12. We may also still be seeking 1-2 female overnight hosts when this newsletter reaches you. 


We are asking our laundry volunteers to stop by CPC (after the community worship service at Q'emiln) and pick up a bag of bedding to wash on Sunday July 12th.


Thanks to our partners from the Unity Church in CDA for providing breakfast and lunch foods as well as dinner and overnight hosts Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Together, we are making a difference for families who need a little extra support! Family Promise of North Idaho is the only program in the area where families can stay together when they have a housing crisis.


To volunteer, email Mark Sipe at news@pfcpc.org.

First Sunday "Least Coin" Collection



Did you know that all coins that are received in the offering on the first Sunday of the month go to support the caring ministries of the Deacons? So drop your spare change in a jar or baggie throughout the month and remember to bring it on the first Sunday. (That's this Sunday!)

Contribute to the Local Food Bank

by Bringing Food Donations to CPC


Every month we have a suggested focus (provided to us from 3rd Ave Marketplace) for our donations, but any and all donations are welcome at any time. Thank you for your generosity.

Volunteer Celebration Picnic

for Family Promise of North Idaho


If you have volunteered with Family Promise at CPC, you are invited to a picnic to celebrate you and connect you with volunteers from other churches!


Where: The Kiwanis Park in Post Falls

When: Sunday, July 19 from 3-6 pm

What: We'll Eat: Hot dogs and water provided, bring a side dish to share.


Please RSVP at Family Promise of North Idaho: Picnic in The Park

Prayer Chain at CPC


Please click the button below if you would like to add a request to our prayer chain. (Respectfully, please be sure you have permission of the person before you share their name or condition with any group.)


Would you like to be a part of the community of faithful pray-ers? Please click on the button below and email our Prayer Chain Coordinator, Heather Westlake, with a request to be added to the list. Heather sends out regular requests via email.

Important Dates



JULY


7/5-12 Family Promise at CPC


7/10-12 Post Falls Festival


7/12 Outdoor Community Worship at Q'emiln Park at 10 am (no sanctuary service today)


7/19 Family Promise Volunteer Appreciation Picnic


AUGUST


8/26 Choir Potluck and Rehearsal 5 pm


SEPTEMBER


9/6 Fall Sermon Series Starts


9/15 Lifeline Screening at CPC


9/27 - 10/4 Family Promise at CPC


9/27 Quarterly Birthday Celebration (during coffee fellowship)


NOVEMBER


11/15-22 Family Promise at CPC


11/15 Finance/Estate Planning Workshop - after worship


DECEMBER


12/24 Christmas Eve Worship


12/27 Quarterly Birthday Celebration (during coffee fellowship)



Want to view CPC's event calendar? Click the button below.

What did the Israelites say when Moses parted the sea?



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What Are We Missing in this Newsletter?


This is a "community newsletter" for CPC and we want your input! Please email the details you want shared to Jen, our admin assistant, by clicking here. Thank you!

Community Bulletin Board

Whaaaaaaat? There's a Duplicate Bridge Club at CPC!


There is a Duplicate Bridge Club that is putting our Fellowship Hall to good use each Monday this summer. Duplicate Bridge has some incredible health benefits! It is widely considered one of the most effective ways to maintain cognitive health, memory, and social well-being. Some of the key cognitive benefits to duplicate bridge include:


  • Brain Stimulation
  • Reduced Risk of Dementia
  • Duplicate-Specific Perks
  • Active Socialization
  • Mood Improvement


The club is open to all, but it is not a "drop in" club. Please contact Peter Bartells to learn more about this fun group and the game itself to make sure this is right for you. Please call Peter at 509-309-1420. Thanks and have fun!

Outdoor Community Worship at Q'emiln Park on Sunday, July 12 at 10:00 am.

Speaking of Q'emiln Park...


Did you know Post Falls Residents qualify for FREE PARKING at Q'emiln? Free parking for the outdoor service and all summer long. See below for more info.

Would You Like To Share Activity Information Here?


Please email the details you want shared to Jen, our admin assistant, by clicking here. Pictures are appreciated but not required. Thank you!

office@pfcpc.org

(208) 773-2527



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