Read Treasurer Jenny Jones' latest report to the congregation here.

Worship, November 23

New Members Received

Majesty of Christ Sunday

Thanksgiving Sunday

Transgender Day of Remembrance

We were reminded during the Invitation to Commitment, this year, to give as an expression of gratitude for all that we have received. But so many allegiances conflict our hearts, it can be difficult to imagine exactly how to be truly thankful. For example, this Sunday we observe "TDOR" and celebrate a reception of new members, both in the same service. Pastor Dave Denoon explores the challenges of thanksgiving and offers a word of hope in troubled times.

Scripture: Colossians 1:10-21

Music by the Canterbury Bells

Message of the Day: "Enduring Thankfully"

Liturgist: Jenny Jones

"Jesus Has Left The Building"

Thank you to all who participated in our outreach event, last Sunday! Phil Shoulberg, our resident photographer, snapped a few photos of the congregants who put together bags for the needy. Take a look!

Pastor Dave Denoon has written a post at our website about the second project - worshiping at St. John's UCC (The Beloved Community). Have a read!

A Note of Thanks

We have often heard that it takes a Village to raise a child. In my case it took a Congregation to take care of me for two and a half months after I broke my ankle! Church members and faithful neighbors saw to it that I had needed transportation, grocery shopping, laundry done, cleaning help engaged, meals brought in, odd jobs done, and lots of cards, emails, phone calls and visits to ease the boredom of my “incarceration.” Evidence of our caring, Christian community abounds. Thank you to everyone who helped take care of me this fall.

Thanks and Blessings to all of you,

Joan Musbach

Sunday Volunteers

Please consider signing up for one or more of the following opportunities. The names of the opportunities are links to Google Sheet signups.

Worship staff will provide training:

Liturgist

Slideshow Presenter

A/V Volunteer

Lost-and-Found Items

Greetings,

In an attempt to get lost items to their owners in a more prompt and efficient way, I will now from time to time post the items currently in the lost-and-found. Currently, we have:

• A cane left in the kitchen for two weeks
• A woman's black shirt
• An American Eagle bag with a beige sweater in it

Contact me with any questions via phone or email. Thanks!

--Adam Levin, Office Administrator

Can You Offer a Ride?

Two church members - Helen Moody and Martin Mills - have given over their keys and are no longer driving. Helen lives near the church, at Sunrise Senior Living. Martin lives in Lemay, just off of Lemay Ferry Rd. If you can provide transportation to either (they attend separately), some Sunday soon, please find their signup sheets on clipboards in the office to volunteer a ride. Thank you!

A memorial service in celebration of the life of Philip S. Roush has been scheduled for 3:00PM on Tuesday, November 25, in the Sanctuary of First Church. A reception will follow in Memorial Hall. All are invited. Interment will be private.

F&F Workday, December 1

Several members of the Facility & Finance Ministry are going to paint the kitchen walls on Monday, December 1. If you would like to join us, we start at 9:00 AM. For more information, contact Phil Shoulberg.

Pecans!

Pecans are coming! If you would like to reserve some for yourself, please go to bit.ly/FCCPecans to place your order. We’ll accept payment when you pick them up. FYI: Each one-pound bag of Mascot Mammoth Pecans costs $15. Proceeds benefit the Minister’s Discretionary Fund, offering assistance to people in need.

Webster Rock Hill Ministries 
Food Donations Needed

SNAP may be up and running again, but there will still be families needing assistance. If you can donate proteins – peanut butter (and jelly), cans of chicken, tuna, salmon and ham – it would be really helpful. Also, Thanksgiving is coming, and it is a great time to provide food for a family. A list of dinner items is available here, or from the long Narthex Table. Deposit your food donations in the “Sharing Our Bounty” shelves in the Narthex. Rosemary Hensley has more information.

Hanging of the Greens Sign-up

Cathy Buerk will be tabling this Sunday for Hanging of the Greens. Make sure to stop by and sign up! This year's Hanging of the Greens worship will take place on Sunday, December 14.

Churches Together for Justice (CTJ) is partnering with Rebuilding Together St. Louis (RTSTL) to help homeowners with limited income repair their residences. How might our church or you as an individual be able to help? Read the invitation from CTJ, here. Thanks to Doug Miller for bringing this to our attention!

This service includes music by an ecumenical choir made up of members from participating Webster Groves congregations. If you are interested in being part of the choir, please be in touch with Pastor Glen Connoley (email him here) who will provide further details.

Scout Troop 301 Rummage Sale
December 6, 8am - 12pm

Yankee Swap Is Back, December 7

Look for a map in the office with DETOUR information.

On Sunday, December 7, from 1:15 to 5:00, we will enjoy a potluck meal and do our swapping of gifts. 

  Who? YOU! 

  Where? Mike Lenard’s home 

  When? 1:15 to 5:00, December 7 

  What? Yankee Swap

  Please bring

1. a dish (main dish, salad, or dessert) for the table.
2. A homemade/handmade gift (one per person) (unwrapped) for the gift exchange.
3. A donation for Webster Rock Hill Ministries.

PLEASE RSVP before December 4 to:

Garie Perry  314-698-2614

or

Jane Porchey 314-961-0283

Questions? Call Garie or Jane

Mike’s address is:

  1467 Heritage Valley Drive

  High Ridge, MO

  Phone: 314-740-9589

Detour directions in the church office!

Jazz Noel: Seeking The Light

Reimagining the Christmas Story for Today

Sunday, December 21

The program will begin at 2:30PM. Throughout the course of the program award winning artist Michael Anderson will paint his interpretation of our Jazz Noel theme: Seeking the Light. The Logos Actors will portray the story of four shepherds who witnessed the angelic light breaking across the sky. And the Terra Nova Early Music Consort will offer a pre-concert.

All are welcome. A free-will offering will be received for MICA.

Laurel Hayes Retires

After 23 years as a campus minister at Webster University, Laurel Hayes is retiring! We are happier to announce that on November 26, 2025, Laurel will celebrate her 30th ordination anniversary! Give your regards when you see her.

November Meal-a-Month
Shopping List

Canned Salmon or Tuna (in water) • Canned Spinach (no salt)

Applesauce (in plastic, no sugar added)

Powdered Milk, shelf stable milk, soy milk

Soap • Deodorant • Toilet Paper

What’s Going on at First Church

For a complete calendar of all church events and building use,

please click here for our online calendar.

Sunday, November 23

Majesty of Christ Sunday

New Members Received

Transgender Day of Remembrance

Thanksgiving Sunday

9:00AM Bell Choir Warmup

9:30AM New Members' Rehearsal

9:45AM Nursery Care Available

10:00AM Worship

10:15AM Kids' Church

11:05AM Coffee Fellowship

Tuesday, November 25

3:00PM Memorial Service: Philip Roush

Wednesday, November 26

9:30AM Yoga w/ Jeanene - Inglis Room

Thursday, November 27

Thanksgiving Day

OFFICE CLOSED

Friday, November 28

OFFICE CLOSED

Sunday, November 30

Advent 1 / Blue Christmas

9:45AM Nursery Care Available

10:00AM Worship

10:15AM Kids' Church

11:05AM Coffee Fellowship

Keith Moore - November 5

Benton Prange - November 5

Trina Hill - November 7

Andrea Welnick - November 9

Jan Ver Hagen - November 11

Nina Thompson - November 12

Joseph Weyhrich - November 13

Marilyn Barton - November 15

Carolyn Woodsmall - November 18

Jennifer Monaco - November 19

Chris von Weise - November 25

Kristy Barton - November 27

Pat Schutte - November 27

Joan Musbach - November 30

The Listen Everywhere system is our new accommodation for people who need assisted-listening. Listen Everywhere can be downloaded to your phone and can be used with or without hearing aids. If your phone is incompatible with the Listen system, we also have stand-alone units available. Please see Mark Metcalf, this Sunday, to get started using the Listen system, or email him at markmetcalf@firstchurchwg.org.

Let Breeze Serve as Your Church Directory

If you would like to access the church directory, change your listing there, or check on your donations, Breeze is the app for you!

Here are a few simple steps, for you to access information from and about the church on your personal devices:

1. Download the breeze app from the App Store (iPhone) or Google Play store (Android phone)!
2. The app will ask you to provide your Church ID, which is is: fccwgstlmo
3. Last, use your Username and Password to log into the app! (If you don't know your Username, contact the Church Office.)

To download a flier about using the Breeze website or app, including further instructions, click here.

To access the Breeze website, click on this link.

Give to First Church

CLICK HERE to donate online,

to make a pledge to the church.

Otherwise, you can send a check payable to “FCCWG” to:

First Congregational Church

10 W. Lockwood Ave.

Webster Groves, MO 63119

Sunday bulletins can be found by clicking here. They are uploaded by Friday for the upcoming Sunday.

Watch recorded videos of Sunday worship and other events on our YouTube page.