First Presbyterian Church has been blessed to receive a generous gift from the estate of Gene Reynolds.

In keeping with Gene's wishes and with the support of his children, the gift will be divided equally among four areas of ministry: the Presbyterian Pantry, Worship Enhancement, the Emergency Assistance Fund, and the General Operating Fund.

This thoughtful gift reflects Gene's lifelong commitment to faith, service, and community. Through support of these ministries, his generosity will continue to touch lives and strengthen the mission of First Presbyterian Church for years to come.

We are deeply grateful to Gene and his family for this remarkable gift and for the opportunity to honor the values that were so important to him.

Gene's gift also serves as a reminder that planned giving can be a meaningful way to express our faith and support the ministries we care about beyond our lifetime. Through wills, estate plans, beneficiary designations, or other legacy gifts, members have an opportunity to leave a lasting impact on the church and its mission.

We give thanks for Gene's life, faith, and enduring legacy of generosity.

Outdoor Worship

Sunday July 12 is the date for our annual outdoor worship service on the front lawn of the church, and due to popular demand, we will again experience a “blessing of the animals” as part of this service!

Bring your (well-behaved) pets and your own lawn chair for this light-hearted service of worship at 10:00 a.m.

We will start with donuts and juice boxes plus special treats and water for dogs. Our scripture story will be the portion of the creation narrative where Adam names all the animals in Genesis chapter 2.

There will not be a coffee hour following this service, so bring your own coffee in a travel mug and bring a neighbor or friend as well. 

Rise & Shine For God

What to Expect

• High-energy games, hands-on crafts, music, and a Bible story centered on shining God’s light
• A safe, welcoming environment led by trained volunteers
• Snacks provided (allergy-friendly options available)

Quick Reminders for Families

• Arrive a few minutes early for smooth check-in
• Dress kids in comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes for active play
• Send a labeled water bottle if you’d like
• Let us know at check-in about any allergies, medical needs, or accessibility accommodations

Register Now

👉 Growing, Shining, and Glorifying God! FPC VBS Registration 2026

Pre-registration helps us plan supplies, snacks, and volunteer ratios—walk-ins are welcome, but registering ahead guarantees your child’s spot.

Questions?

Contact Joel at jmorien@firstpresgreenbay.org — we’re happy to help.

We can’t wait to see your family there and discover together what it means to let our light shine!

Brats & Blessings 2026



Our second Brats & Blessings is:

Sunday, August 9, 2026

From 9:00AM to 5:00PM

At:

Festival Foods

2430 University Avenue

Green Bay, WI 54302

Proceeds from the August 9 event will directly benefit our Pastor's Discretionary Fund, helping aid families in need right here in our community.

If you'd like to volunteer and be part of the fun, sign up on our bulletin board today — spots fill up fast! Whether you're flipping burgers, greeting customers, or just spreading good cheer, your time makes a real difference.

Stay tuned for announcements about our two upcoming Brats & Blessings dates later this season. We hope to see you there!

Generosity in Action

By: Nancy Siewert

In this month’s Generosity in Action, we’re taking a closer look at two additional categories from our Acts of Generosity campaign: generosity expressed at our church and generosity shown through monetary donations.

Each act, whether seen or unseen, reflects a shared commitment to caring for one another and supporting the work God is doing in and through our church. As we continue highlighting these stories, we hope they serve as a meaningful reminder of the many ways generosity is already at work among us.

Acts of Generosity Performed at our Church:

• Help clean our church
• Cleaned up the church during the fall clean up
• Preparing and presenting a fourth Sunday forum
• Gathering music
• Serving communion during church
• Serve on Finance Committee
• Worked at brat stand
• Helped my church family with clean up tasks and painting for the 150-year celebration
• Cleaning Flower beds for church
• Donated to Pastor's Discretionary Fund
• Maintaining the church's building and grounds - painting coordination
• Support for the 150th Celebration - financial and volunteer
• Provide music for special moments
• Serve on 150th Celebration committee
• I help maintain the church's building and grounds
• Provided cider and cookies for Esther Circle in gratitude for their participation
• Donated to Cozy Kids Campaign
• Volunteered for church

Acts of Generosity – Monetary Donations:

• Donated to school fall fest fundraising events
• We donate monthly to provide medical supplies to disaster areas M.A.P.
• Supported athletes running the fall 50
• 1/2 of RMD Edward Jones
• Gave money to someone who needed food
• Aspiro Beyond Expectations Campaign
• Helped to pay off someone's debt.
• Sponsor a child in the Philippines
• Bought gas for a lady and her children
• Gave a donation to a homeless couple on the street.
• Routinely give money to people who are in need....recently gave $20 to girl walking down the street who said she needed it to get something to eat (I don't think she used it for that but that is okay too)
• Donated to orchestras in support of fine arts education
• Donated hygiene products for the homeless
• Made up shortfall on a family's groceries
• Gift to 9/11 Memorial Museum
• Donated $10 of gas for a lady
• Donation to Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin
• Gave $10 to a homeless man at corner.
• Contributed to a fundraiser
• Gave to pantry, Unity Hospice and Freedom House
• Bought gas for a family

More to come!

Angelina Restaurant

117 N. Adams St.

Green Bay, WI 54301

The Church Chix will dine at Angelina's on Thursday July 2, 2026 at 6:00PM.

Angelina's Restaurant is a highly rated, family-friendly Italian eatery located in a beautiful historic exposed-brick building in downtown Green Bay. Known for its romantic ambiance and authentic cuisine, it features a standout covered and heated seasonal outdoor patio courtyard.

**Open to women of all ages, friends also welcome.**

We love seeing our church community thrive through photos! If you've snapped any pictures during worship services, church events, or fundraisers, please consider sharing them with us. Your photos help us capture the spirit of our congregation and preserve cherished memories.

Please email your favorite shots to info@firstpresgreenbay.org. Thank you for helping us tell our story!