9:00 Sunday - Online in Zoom

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10:45 Sunday - Sanctuary

Please join us for coffee fellowship following the sanctuary service.

5:30 Wednesday Worship - Peace Garden

If for some reason the onsite services would need to be canceled,

we will post a notice on our website and Facebook.

“Hope for Us” explores our human and spiritual connections encouraging us toward compassion and empathy. The concert includes explorations of our own human failings, moves toward an understanding of each other’s circumstances, and finally a call to action to love your neighbor as yourself.

Some familiar faces of First Presbyterian that are singing in this concert are Becky Kemp, Diane Dietz, Abby Garrett, Adam Miller, and Justin Johnson. 

In Loving Memory of

the Reverend Gordon McLean

During the Rev. Gordon McLean’s leadership as the 13th pastor at First Presbyterian Church, Springfield, Illinois, Gordon oversaw a major renovation of our historic sanctuary and construction of the John Brombaugh Opus 35 tracker organ designed and crafted explicitly for FPC. This fabulous instrument and our sanctuary have attracted international attention since its installation. Gordon’s stepping out in faith to form the St. Andrews Corporation has secured mission funding for FPC’s future. His personal commitment to the Health First group of medical volunteers has since blossomed into the Capitol Community Health Clinic.  A Social Services Desk, a Food Pantry, Habitat for Humanity, Meals on Wheels, the Computer Bank and a recommitment to being a “downtown church” all brought honor to God and attention to the ministries of the church with the big red doors; the Lincoln Church. Gordon once said his job was “social worker” based upon his work and relationships in the larger community.

We hold the Rev. Gordon's wife, Betty and his family and friends in our prayers of compassion and loving kindness.

Obituary

Celebrating the life of Dr. Bayard Lacey Catron III

It was our honor to celebrate the life of Bayard with his family in our new chapel. He was a child of this church and long time member. His life exemplified thoughtful engagement, spiritual quest, and commitments to social justice.

Obituary

Paint the Street 2025

A BIG thank you to Caitlin Deady for coordinating our space and to all who participated in Paint the Street 2025. The artwork was lovely!

Faith and Fellowship to meet August 1st

Faith and Fellowship will meet Aug. 1 at 10 am at Barb and Clark

Olson's home (address is in the directory). We are looking forward to

another year of fun conversation, supporting Matheney-Withrow

teachers, and a few projects as well. Please come join us if you can.

Outdoor Game Donation?

Matheney-Withrow Elementary is planning a family outdoor event and is

looking for new or used outdoor games. I know I have a Bocci Ball

game that is gathering dust because no one is around to use it. If

you have something like that and would like to donate it to the school

for outdoor activities, please contact Mary Young (contact info in

directory) to arrange to get it to the school.

Q+ Community at FPC

Remember that our Q+ Community and the activities we sponsor are for all members and friends of First Presbyterian Church. Regardless of how you identify (LGBTQIA+) or if you are a parent, sibling, or ally - you are welcome!

Proposed Restructuring of Our Presbytery

The Governance Task Force presented the ​proposed presbytery restructuring at the April 29 assembly. Over the next several weeks, the task force will address the questions, concerns, and requests for additional information. There is still time to make your voice heard. 

The task force has been engaging local Sessions and individuals in conversations about the proposed changes. They have been working to get as many voices at the table to help us move into this new season. This new structure is intended to help us serve one another better and develop stronger connectional bonds between each other as we improve our communication and care for one another.

To learn more about the proposals follow the links below:

• Updated information from the Presbytery.
• Watch this video from the Rev. Dr. Frosty Krummel on the challenges of change.
• To read the proposal and see the organizational chart, click here. 

You are welcome and encouraged to attend an in-person regional gathering to be held Sunday, July 27 at Third Presbyterian Church in Springfield at 2:00 p.m. 

The proposal will be voted on at the August Assembly meeting on August 19 at First Presbyterian Galesburg. Mike Orr will be attending.

You may contact the Task Force directly at pgrgovernancetaskforce@greatriverspby.org.

We are here for you

Please know that our Pastor and Chaplain are here for you. You may contact them at:

Rev. Susan Phillips

217-528-4311 ext. 1020

RevSusan@LincolnsChurch.org

Chaplain Tim Haworth

217-528-4311 ext. 1030

Tim@LincolnsChurch.org

Hospital Notices

Please note that the hospitals no longer contact local churches to let them know when a member is admitted. We encourage members and friends of First Presbyterian to call the church office to let us know when you go to the hospital so Pastor Susan and Chaplain Tim can provide pastoral support if it blesses you. We do not share any information without permission.

Shelter Meal Volunteers

Jesus says: "For I was hungry, and you gave Me something to eat; I was thirsty, and you gave Me something to drink; I was a stranger, and you invited me in."

~Matthew 25:35

If it blesses you to help feed our neighbors, please join us on July 22. You can assist with the preparation of the meals, serving, visiting or all of the above. If you are interested or have questions, please see Denise Bockmier-Sommers, Linda Johnson, Keith Dhom, or Frank Schultz.

Don S.

Jennie C.

Carol D.

Chalon T.

All events are via Zoom unless otherwise specified.

July 30

Wednesday Worship Service 5:30 in the Garden

July 31

Sanctuary Tours 1:00

August 3

Reverend Susan Phillips to lead Service 9:00 Zoom

Reverend Susan Phillips to lead Service 10:45 Sanctuary

NOTE: Links to all events are attached to items on the church calendar.

If you click on the Zoom link in the calendar the invitation will open.

Worship Attendance

How to Join a Zoom Meeting

From your computer, cell phone or tablet:

Click the link provided.

To join a Zoom meeting via telephone:

Dial number given for the meeting. You will be prompted to enter the meeting ID provided followed by #.

Different Ways to Give

Thank you to everyone that shares in the Joy of Generosity at First Presbyterian! There are several ways to support our ministries and many ministries to support. In order to ensure your gift is credited to the correct fund, please take a moment to include the following information when making a donation:

1. Writing a check – Add the fund name in the memo section (Capital Campaign, Peacemaking, Samaritan Ministry, etc.)
2. Online portal – Select “Other Donations” when entering the amount then enter the name of the fund in the Notes section
3. Text giving – Text “$10 CC” to 217-284-2546, this example is a $10 donation for the Capitol Campaign fund. Other commonly used text codes are: Pledge, SM (Samaritan Ministries), Donate (Non-pledge), Peace, Joy, OGHS, Pentecost and BB (Brown Bag)

Church Contact Information

Our church numbers reach us even while we are working remotely.

Pastor Susan Phillips

RevSusan@LincolnsChurch.org

217.528.4311 X 1020

Chaplain Tim Haworth

Tim@LincolnsChurch.org

217.528.4311 X 1030

Bookkeeper, Tara Kaeding

Bookkeeper@LincolnsChurch.org

217.528.4311 X 1050

Administrative Assistant, Michelle Hastings

Michelle@LincolnsChurch.org

217.528.4311 X 4

321 South Seventh Street • Springfield, IL •  217.528.4311

www.LincolnsChurch.org