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Back in early March, my husband and I excitedly poked seeds down into the soil of our first garden. We had no idea what was coming, but I'm grateful that we spent the time tilling, planting, and watering those seeds, because they are bearing lots and lots of fruit!
These days, we're swimming in tomatoes. We've made tomato pie, tomato sauce, caprese salad, and so on. The joy of the harvest is making these difficult days feel just a little brighter. Each time we pull a ripe tomato off the vine, I am giddy all over again.
What have you been giddy about lately? How have you rejoiced in the small things? What seeds (real and metaphorical) are growing and bearing fruit in your life? I hope that God will show you a glimpse of joy this week, and that the harvest will be bountiful.
In peace,
Pastor Jessie
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Drive Thru Food Pantry - FPCR: 9:30 - 11:30 am
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Sun, July 26
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Fellowship Coffee Hour - Zoom: 9:30 am
Worship - Facebook: 10:30 am
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Tues, July 28
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A
nti-Racism Book Discussion - Zoom: 3 pm
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DRIVE-THRU FOOD DRIVE
Thursday, July 23
9:30 -11:30 am
We are excited to host our drive-thru food drive again for Network of Community Ministries. Your donations are making an incredible difference for so many who are struggling.
The no-touch protocol for drop off remains the same: drive through FPCR's porte cochere, pop your trunk or back hatch, and volunteers will gather the food from your vehicle. Do not get out of the car.
Network needs: peanut butter, baking items, oatmeal, cereal, canned veggies and soup, Hamburger Helper, ravioli,
Spaghetti O's, ramen, hand soap, body wash, TP, baby food, and toothbrushes/paste.
The chart below shows the impact Network has had
on so many families in need.
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Campfire Vespers!
Just a few fun pics from our recent campfire vespers!
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It's time for Tools for School! Because of the Pandemic the Mission Ministry will not be able to sort and deliver the supplies as usual so we have decided to support the Network with their efforts to distribute 1200-1400 pre-made supply packs at a cost of $20-$25 each. They are asking for cash donations. If you would like to donate:
- Make out a check to First Presbyterian Church and note Tools 4 School. Mail to: P.O. Box 831985, Richardson, Texas 75083.
- OR click below for the FPCR online giving and designate to Missions.
We will collect money through August 7th.
Thank you for being a blessing!
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Apple Nut Coffee Cake
by Penny Colbaugh from FPCR's cookbook.
It may be featured
in an upcoming ePress!
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Sunday Coffee Fellowship Reminder
via Zoom
9:30-10:15 am
All are invited to join FPCR's virtual "coffee fellowship" on Sundays via Zoom! You can chat face-to-face online with FPCR friends, for just a few minutes or the entire time. Use the link below on any Sunday morning to register. You'll receive a "Registration Approved" response with a link to join the meeting.
Click
here to Zoom In on Sunday mornings before worship!
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ADULT EDUCATION OPPORTUNITY
Anti-Racism Book Discussion
Tuesdays at 3 pm via Zoom
Click
here
to register in
advance
for all meetings.
This week is our final conversation on "Anxious to Talk About It" by Dr. Carolyn B. Helsel. Our discussions have been lively, interesting, challenging, and vulnerable, and we look forward to telling you more about what we've discussed and what these lessons might mean for the church.
Look out for more soon!
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CONTINUE TO SUPPORT FPCR
Even though our doors are closed temporarily, your pastors, staff, session and many volunteers are all still hard at work to be there for each of you during this time.
Please remember to continue with your giving
and pledges by clicking the link below
or
mail your offerings.
** Please note new mailing address **
First Presbyterian Church
PO Box 831985
Richardson, TX 75083
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CALLING ALL PRAY-ERs!
If you would like to receive the church's prayer
An updated list will be emailed each week.
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COVID-19 PRAYER CONCERNS
Front Line Healthcare Workers
Treating COVID-19 Patients
Patrick Hammontree,
Physical Therapist for Urgent Care Patients and COVID screener at Medical City
Sue Moyer (Mary Stewart's daughter) - ER nurse in Glenwood, Colorado
Madeline Katz (granddaughter of Suzanne Katz) - nurse on COVID-19 wing at Baylor/Dallas
Dr. Jeff Gotts (son of Ernie & Lindy Gotts) - MD in the ICU of Univ. of CA, San Francisco
Marcia Franzen (daughter of Beverly & Marty Gallagher) - nurse on COVID-19 ward in Stockholm
Ally Stilwell (Pastor Rosy's best friend) - infectious diseases pharmacist in Brooklyn, NY
Jack & Tracy Childress (Lisa Carter's brother & sister-in-law) - ER Dr. and nurse in Gainesville
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STEWARDSHIP REPORT
as of 6.10.20
Revenues: YTD Budget YTD Actual
Pledged Receipts $229,080.40 $
248,848.30
Other Receipts
$ 42,500.00
$ 13,577.82
Total Revenues $271,580.40 $262,426.12
Total Expenses
$273,003.95
$261,951.10
Net Total
$1,423.55 $475.02
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| no meeting in July |
| August 16 |
| September 20 |
| October 18 |
| November 15 |
| December 12 (Saturday AM) |
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PRESBYTERY MEETING DATES
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September 26, 2020 - Austin College, Sherman
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November 14, 2020 - Canyon Creek, Richardson
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Click on items below:
Click
here to access p
revious worship services.
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Present Word
Sunday School
Prophets in Pajamas
Sunday - 9 am
New Link: Click
here to register in advance for all summer
FPCR Fellowship
Coffee Hour
Sunday - 9:30 am
Click here to register in advance for all summer
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Children's
Sunday School
Click the links below to register in advance for all summer.
1:00 - 1:30 pm
with Ms. Liz and Ms. Julie
1:30 - 1:00 pm
with Ms. Debbie & Ms. Amy
2:00 - 2:30 pm
with Ms. Judy, Ms. Gilli and Mr. Caleb
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These short Daily Encouragements are a great way to start your day!
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First Friday
(Parents Night Out)
There will be no First Friday offered until further notice.
Watch this space for updates.
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