Weekly News & Updates

You will notice the option below the fields for email and password that says “Need a login.” You will click on that link, and you will be taken to a page that looks like this:

Once you fill out this form (note that you will need to use your name and email address as it appears in our database), you will get a message that you have successfully established an account. You will also be sent an email that includes a link where you will create your own password to log in. No one but you will know your password!

Once you have done that, you should be able to go back to our website, click on the Member Directory link, enter your email and password (that you have just created), and you will have access to the directory, including the ability to make changes to your information.

As always, if you have any problems, contact the church office, or email me (communications@fpcburlington.org). We are excited to provide this option for our members. 

Blessings,

John

Please take a few minutes to be inspired by the Gratitude and Generosity Stewardship moment that was shared in worship on Sunday. By now you should have received a pledge card in the mail, we encourage you to prayerfully consider your support of the church’s mission for the coming year and return the pledge card to the church office or in the offering plate on Sunday. Thank you for your commitment as Good Steward's of God's Grace.

The PCUSA Peace and Global Witness Special Offering will be received on Sunday, October 6 during worship. The theme this year is "We are there" and reminds us that "Every time the world is troubled, and we dare to wake and see; every time our neighbors call us, and we stand with those in need; and every time we are peacemakers, and the fearful are set free, In our living, in our giving, we are there." The Peace & Global Witness Offering affirms that the peace of God, which is central to the gospel, starts with us. WE are there to sow seeds of peace by addressing systems of injustice in our own communities and around the world. 25% of the offering will be given to Allied Churches of Alamance County (ACAC), 25% will go to mid-councils to join other congregations to support peacemaking in our region, and 50% will support the work being done by Presbyterians across the globe. Special Offering envelopes will be available for you to use during worship, or you may send your gift to this special offering to the church office between October 1-15. Please note that the gift is for the Peace & Global Witness offering.

To be “salty” is to enhance flavor. As a “Salty Saint”, we enhance the flavor of life with each other in fellowship.

All Salty Saints in your 60s and 70s, mark your calendars for these upcoming fellowship opportunities, and encourage others to join! No rsvp is needed!

Wednesday October 2

-Red Oak Brewery 6:00, fellowship and stay for Bingo at 7:00 if you’d like

Thursday November 7

-Friendsgiving gathering at Greg and Wendy Lunsford’s home, details to follow

And be on the lookout for a service opportunity this fall too!

Take Care of Yourselves and Each Other!

It seems that we are in the midst of a higher number of respiratory illnesses right now in Alamance County.

PLEASE remember to take precautions when you are ill or have been exposed to folks who are ill—we have many older and immune-compromised folks at FPC and we want to keep each other safe!

FPC Facility Security System

A new, improved, and expanded security system is currently being installed. If you plan to visit the church during the week, please be patient and understanding as new cabling, devices, and software are being provided in a phased effort . Equipment testing and staff training will also be taking place throughout the week. Access into the sanctuary for next Sunday’s worship will not be impacted by the work that is being performed during the week.

Stepping Up: Protect our Community as a Sunday Roamer

Consider helping us keep our campus safe by signing up to be a Sunday Security Roamer. Not sure what that is? Each Sunday morning we are asking one individual to roam the building to ensure that we do not have anyone in the building who shouldn't be there. Not sure what to do? We have a guide to help answer your questions. Also, serving in this role allows us to keep our staff person on the cameras. We appreciate your help in keeping our campus safe. Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. Should you have questions, contact Leanna Giles at (336)214-5769 or leanna.giles@gmail.com.

See available slots and sign up HERE.

Sign Up for Ushers Guild 2024

Please contact John Walton (336) 263-6512 or waltonjohn518@gmail.com for more information. SIGN UP HERE!

Flower Donation Form 2024

Please use the form to donate flowers for worship in the sanctuary. ACCESS THE FORM HERE

Did you miss the Small Group information? It is not to late to sign up. Check out fpcsmallgroups.org for more information about these opportunities:

• The Pointe and Take Root Socials

• Field Trips of Faith & Justice and 508 Partnership Poetry Class

• Soul Food; Thank you, Jesus; and Prayer Shawl Ministry

• Liturgical Movement; Walk-n-Talk; and Furniture Ministry

Find where God is calling you to learn, grow, and get to know your church family.

Sunday school happens each Sunday at 9:00 a.m. Join an opportunity to learn and grow in faith!

Class Locations:

Adult Studies:

John Knox Room - John Knox Fellowship adult study - "Great Themes of the Bible"

Room 228 - Enrichment Class - "Understanding Christian Nationalism"

Room 203 - Take Root - "Feasting on the Word" & "Parables"

Children's Classes:

Room 101 - Nursery for infants through three year old

Room 223 - PreK & Kindergarten - "Wee Believe: We Belong to God"

Room 224 - 1st-5th Grades - Wonders of Worship - Field Trip led by the Children

Enrichment Sunday School Class



Everyone is welcome to attend the Enrichment Sunday School Class as we discuss Andrew Whitehead's book, American Idolatry, How Christian Nationalism Betrays The Gospel and Threatens The Church. Salem Presbytery has recommended this as a resource to gain insights into the threat of Christian Nationalism to the Church. We will meet at 9:00 am in room 228.

Understanding Christian Nationalism



Please join me to gain a greater understanding of Christian Nationalism and its threat to the Church. We will use PCUSA materials with the primary focus on the book recommended by Salem Presbytery, American Idolatry, How Christian Nationalism Betrays The Gospel and Threatens the Church, by Andrew Whitehead.

All are welcome to attend. Please attend with an open heart, an open mind, and a desire to learn. Feel free to bring a friend.

We will meet at 6:30 pm on September 30th in the John Knox room. You may attend by Zoom with the link below.

Steve Matthews

Snow Camp Outdoor Theater

Studio 1 is presenting "Pathway to Freedom" and we are going Saturday, October 5 at 7:30 pm. Charlotte is purchasing tickets and needs to know who is attending. Please contact Charlotte (callbright@fpcburlington.org or 336-228-1703 x 223) to let her know how many tickets you want and if you want general admission ($17), senior adult ($14), or student ($14). RSVP no later than September 25.

Furniture Ministry

The Furniture Ministry is in need of donations of all types. Items can be brought to the warehouse any Monday afternoon from 1:00-4:00 pm. For pickup of larger items, please call 336-212-2937 to arrange a time.

Volunteers are welcome to assist with pick up and delivery as well as sorting and shelving donated items during our Monday office hours.

The next churchwide workday is scheduled for Saturday, October 12 from 9:00 am 12:00 N. Please come!

THE OCTOBER MISSION FOCUS IS CROSSROADS:

CrossRoads is the local nonprofit that offers free and confidential services to survivors and caregivers of survivors of sexual violence, child maltreatment, and human trafficking in the counties of Alamance, Caswell, and Person. These services include offering free access to resources. CrossRoads is in need of the following items to support this mission: Men's and boys’ personal care items (shampoo, conditioner, body wash, deodorant, combs, brushes, toothbrushes and toothpaste, hair care products for African American hair, etc...), Women's and girls' personal care items (same as items listed for men, also in need of feminine hygiene products and products specifically for African American hair), Children's diapers of all sizes (including pull ups), Underwear of all sizes for boys and girls, Underwear of all sizes for women, Sports bras in all sizes, T-shirts and sweatpants of all sizes for children, women and men. Donations can be dropped off in the bin outside the CDC (black & white hallway) door or inside in the Welcome Center. Thank you so much for your prayers and support. 

Scan the QR code below to read an update from our PCUSA Mission Co-Worker, Chenoa Stock, who serves with Peru.

Andrews Elementary Reading Buddies

Do you want to be greeted by a smile from a child at Andrew’s Elementary School? If so, volunteer to be a Reading Buddy at Andrews. Volunteers go once a week and spend 30 – 60 minutes with a child or a few children. Sometimes the children read to you or you work with them on sight word recognition. For more information contact Jin-Jin Blackburn, jblackb@hotmail.com, 336-260-0689.

The Food Pantry

Please bring non-perishable foods for the Food Pantry. Drop them off in the collection bins outside the CDC entry anytime during the week or when you come to worship on Sunday morning.

Let's FALL Into Walk & Talk Each Tuesday Morning!!



We will meet on the steps outside the chapel. We will NOT walk if it is raining.

As the temperatures go down a bit, it's time to make your way to FPC on Tuesday mornings.

Come join us—it’s a great way to get exercise and have some fellowship at the same time.

Questions? Contact Carrie Tuttle

ctuttle@fpcburlington.org

Allison Keill - Cone - Surgery 9/25 

Elsie West - Ashton Hall- Room 901B

On-Going Prayer Concerns…

Malissa Enoch - granddaughter of Eddie Lee Lipscomb - injury

Susie McKay - mother of Susan Kirkland

Beth McLean - niece of John Johnson - Hospice care/Asheville

Sandy Surratt - mother of Leanna Giles

Paul Williams - brother of Joan Grady

Amanda Anderson

Chris Baker

Diane Barnwell

Perry Cornelius 

Laurie /Trevor Downs

Jo Birta Feroe 

Kelly/Jonathan Glenn

Barbara Higgs - Home - Hospice

JoAnn Hunt

Kathy/Peter Johnson

Mildred Massengill - Homeplace

Sue McCrone-Bradshaw

Barbara Rinker

Laura Skow 

Dean Vaughn

Christian sympathy is expressed to the family of Malik Mebane (age 14) who died on September 23.

Christian sympathy is expressed to the family of Mason Jenkins (age 7), all their dear friends, his neighborhood community and the Harvey R. Newlin Elementary school following his death from gun violence in Burlington this past week.

Christian sympathy is expressed to the family of Lou Knight at her death on September 17. A memorial service will be held on October 4 at 2:00pm in the sanctuary. A reception will follow in Shive Hall.

Christian sympathy is expressed to Cindy Lamm, CDC Asst. Director, at the death of her mother, Carol Sue Bradsher, on September 19. 

Also:

If you would like to have your name taken off the prayer list or added, please contact

Carrie Tuttle ctuttle@fpcburlington.org.

Fall is almost here – bringing invigorating cooler temperatures, football games, return of Sunday School, inspiring worship and music, AND pumpkin spice drinks and doughnuts!

Thank you in advance for keeping your church contributions up to date to ensure proper support for our fall programs and operations. Pledged giving helps us to recognize the abundant gifts we have received from God - and to use these gifts to serve and uplift one another.

Did you know – there are no limits or maximum amounts you can contribute over what you have pledged, so now is a great opportunity to leverage your 2024 investment portfolio growth and catch up on or exceed your 2024 pledge! 

We hope that you will commit to praying and asking: What is the next step God wants me to take in managing all God has entrusted to me?