Vacation Bible School 2026

Get ready for an exciting Vacation Bible School experience with our theme: “Growing, Shining, and Glorifying God!”

The dates for this year are:

• Saturday June 13, 2026
• Saturday July 11, 2026
• Saturday August 15, 2026

Over three fun-filled days, everyone will explore what it means to grow where they are planted, rise and shine for God, and give Him the glory in all they do. Through engaging Bible stories, hands-on crafts, energetic games, music, and snacks, kids will learn that God has a purpose for our lives, calls us to be a light in the world, and invites us to honor Him with our whole hearts.

We can’t wait to see everyone deepen their faith, build friendships, and have an unforgettable time!

Summer Bible Study

Come join us for a deep dive into “Bible Stories You Never Heard Before” starting on Wednesday nights at 5:30p.m. via Zoom or Thursday mornings at 10:30a.m. in the fellowship room.

Each week is its own story, so come and go as your schedule allows. We begin June 3 and 4 with an overview, then we’ll consider Cain & Abel, Isaac, Jacob, Moses, Rahab, Samson, Saul, David, Elijah & Ahab, Jehu, Nehemiah, Judith, Hosea, Jonah, and Susanna.

Books are available in the office workroom for $12 each, or see Pastor Katie if you need assistance with the cost.

Summer is a great time to crack open your Bible and take a look! 

Confirmation Sunday

We are excited to welcome four young people as they confirm their faith on Sunday June 28 in worship!

Harry Christensen, Malia Christensen, Mayowa Omotoso, and Yeside Omotoso will design and lead the worship service that day and confirm their faith among us.

They will meet with the Session and be approved for membership on June 23.

Please congratulate them and offer your blessing on this milestone in their faith journey.

Brats & Blessings 2026

Mark, your calendars — one of our most beloved fundraising traditions returns this summer!



Brats & Blessings kicks off on:

Sunday, June 7, 2026

From 9:00AM to 5:00PM

At:

Festival Foods

2430 University Avenue

Green Bay, WI 54302

Proceeds from the June 7 event will directly benefit our Presbyterian Pantry, helping us continue to meet the food needs of families 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!

Celebrating 150 Years of Faith, Worship, and Service

By: Becky Christianson

Over the past year, our congregation has been honoring and celebrating the 150th anniversary of First Presbyterian Church — a milestone honoring faith, worship, and service to the Green Bay community.

We celebrated with themed potlucks, anniversary moments during worship and Fourth Sunday gatherings to learn more about our history. New paraments were created for the sanctuary. We learned about the meaning of the symbols and colors in our stained-glass windows. We had special music – a Dixieland band and the Carroll University Chamber Singers shared their voices with us and allowed members of our choir to sing with them. At our celebration dinner, we shared stories of our church family and how things have changed over the years.

Our Sunday anniversary celebration service brought together members, former members, friends, and guests for a memorable day of worship, remembering, and thanksgiving. Special music, including a bag piper who led us into and out of worship, reflections on our history, and shared stories reminded us not only of where we have been, but also of the faith that has carried our congregation through 150 years.

We learned how much the world has changed since 1876 – from the ordering of hitching posts to be placed around the church property in 1897 to the three buildings that have housed our church family to one of our own who served as a missionary to people in need in Alaska. We shared stories of our legacy in our community, along with the new traditions that have become part of our story.

As we reflect on our history, the heart of our congregation remains remarkably familiar – gathering for worship, caring for neighbors, teaching the faith to children and youth, and seeking to follow Jesus Christ faithfully.

We are deeply grateful to everyone who helped make this celebration possible — those who planned and organized events, prepared displays and presentations, shared memories, provided music, welcomed guests, and participated in the festivities. Most of all, we give thanks to God for His faithfulness through every chapter of our congregation’s history.

Without the people, our church is just a building. This is our place for fellowship, to gather, learn, worship, and serve our God and Savior.

This is God’s house.

We invite anyone to join us here.

Thanks be to God!

The Fruit of Our Generosity Tree

By: Nancy Siewert

Your acts of generosity submitted to our tree during October-November and February-March, when printed out, came to 13 pages!

A copy will be available for you all to peruse.

There are several categories that your acts fell into, so we are compiling and listing some of them here. 

First is Construction and Repairs, which included: 

• repaired lamps for older lady at no charge
• fixed a neighbor’s storm door
• checked smoke alarm and carbon monoxide unit and changed kitchen light bulbs
• repaired lamps for nursing home residents
• helped get a car fixed for a friend
• built (the Generosity) tree
• helped build a doll house for my great granddaughter
• built a shelf for my daughter in her garage.

Another category was Acts by Children and it included:

• at school I helped someone pick up their stuff 
• did penny wars in my school class
• helped around the house
• I do chores around the house and I share toys with my sister and I play with my sister and friends
• I helped hold the door open
• made a bracelet for a friend
• helped others at home and school
• shared toys with those who do not have any
• I cleaned the kitchen for my mom
• watch my brother and sister all the time
• I donated pizza cards
• shared gummies with my friends at school
• for Valentine’s Day I made key chains for my whole class.

Perhaps seeing these acts will inspire you to new acts of generosity. 

More to come!

Cheesesteak Rebellion

1301 S. Broadway

Green Bay, WI 54304

The Church Chix will dine at Cheesesteak Rebellion on Thursday June 4, 2026 at 6:00PM.

Cheesesteak Rebellion is a highly-rated, Star Wars-themed sandwich shop located in Green Bay, WI. It is famous for serving authentic, Philadelphia-style cheesesteaks alongside deep-fried cheese curds, craft beers, and interactive pinball machines. 

**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!