No Fooling - April Agape Was a Hit!
Last evening's Agape Drive-Thru Dinner was another great event! Many church members and Agape friends drove by to pick up a tasty, free dinner to go. In fact, there was such a long line of hungry participants that we ran out of food! As always, we offer a BIG thanks to all our amazing Agape volunteers for sharing the love on behalf of our church family (and they didn't even get to eat)! The next Agape Drive-Thru Dinner is scheduled for Wednesday May 5.
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A Beautiful Holy Week
Last week, our church family shared a really special Holy Week featuring four unique services. Maundy Thursday included a special dramatic presentation, communion sharing the Last Supper, and a video featuring many of our church family members. Good Friday's worship focused on specific scripture readings of the day's events illustrated by specific items presented on the Communion table.
Easter Sunday began early with the return of a true Sunrise Service as many gathered in our parking lot for an early morning experience. At 9:45, our main Easter service celebrated the day with a variety of music, scripture readings, communion, and a special message of inspiration. Thanks to all who prepared and shared this very special week in our church life!
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Pastors in the Family Life Center Today!
Safe, face-to-face interaction is invaluable as we continue to navigate life with Covid-19, so you're invited to join us this morning from 10 to 11am (and most Thursdays) in the Family Life Center. Spring is in the air, so we hope to move this gathering back outside very soon. Join us!
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Our Connecting Ministry is looking for some helpers to bake bread in our church kitchen on Saturday, April 24 for a special fundraiser. For more details, contact Amy Cassidy at 370-3817 after 3pm.
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Mark Your Calendar!
We're looking for volunteers to help with a church Spring Clean Up Day coming Saturday, May 1, beginning at 8:30am. Details to come!
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Worship This Sunday
Join us Sunday at 9:45am as we discover how our doubts play a role in deepening our faith. In the Gospel of John 20:19-31 (click to read verses) we read how the disciple, Thomas, doubted that Jesus was alive after being crucified and buried. How could Jesus be among the living? This Sunday, discover how Jesus helps us with our doubts and leads us into a new reality. You can join us in person (with masks and safe seating), online by livestream on our Facebook page, and by audio only through Zoom (see details later in this newsletter).
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8:30am Zoom Sunday School
Have you ever wanted to learn more about the places, people, and culture of Jesus’ life and times? Join us for an exciting opportunity to grow in your understanding of the Bible while learning valuable insights as a disciple of Christ. This Sunday at 8:30am, we'll begin our study called "Faith Lessons on the Early Church." This video series offers a unique and powerful view of the world that Jesus’ disciples experienced and knew. This week we'll begin with a focus on the ancient city of Aphrodisias and discover how understanding the culture helps us be effective communicators of the Good News. See you Sunday!
Here's how you can be a part of the class:
* For a video link on Sunday morning, click here.
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Second Sunday of the Month
All ages will be meeting for Sunday School this Sunday at 11am in various locations downstairs at our church! There are opportunities for children aged three through high school, as well as adults. Contact Pastor Meggan at meggan@firstunitedpc.org if you have any questions.
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"Becoming Mom Strong" Bible Study
For those who signed up and purchased their books, our first gathering will be this Sunday at 8pm via Zoom. Don’t worry - there's no homework for this week. We will discuss how we'll proceed. If you didn't sign up yet but would still like to join, there's still time. Email Pastor Meggan (meggan@firstunitedpc.org), and she'll make sure you know what books to purchase. The Zoom link information will be sent in a separate email.
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Wednesday Night Zoom Check In
Please join us next Wednesday (and every Wednesday) from 7-7:45pm to fellowship with one another via Zoom. This is a great time to get to know fellow church members and friends better. Feel free to pop in for a bit or stay for the whole time.
Here's how you can join our gathering:
*For a video link next Wednesday, click here.
Meeting ID: 740 456 986... Passcode: 120171...
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"In Person" Worship Reminders
It's great to see more people worshiping in person as vaccines are being administered, so we want to remind everyone of a few things:
- Enter at the front of the church on Webster Avenue only.
- Wear a mask and sanitize your hands upon entry.
- Please sit where directed by an Usher. We know everyone has their “usual” seats, but this allows us to fill from the front to the back and maintain safe spacing so we can fit the most people in while still adhering to CDC recommendations.
- At this time, we're refraining from singing in the sanctuary due to the higher aerosolization that comes with it. You're welcome to hum and/or to play a rhythm instrument along with the recorded music.
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> In Person - Join us in the Sanctuary. Please wear a mask, enter through the Webster doors, use the provided sanitizer, and sit where an usher directs you. It's a blessing to socialize and fellowship with one another after the services (at a safe distance)!
> Live Online - If you're not comfortable joining us in person yet, you can also join us for a live stream of our services on our church Facebook page available around 10 minutes before the listed start time.
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> Sound-only connection - You can listen by phone by calling Zoom at (312) 626-6799 within 10 minutes before the service start time. Enter meeting ID: 206 385 039 followed by #.
> Watch Service recordings anytime - If it's more convenient for you, you can always watch recordings of our recent services on our Facebook page (shortly after the live stream is completed) or our website (roughly an hour after the service is completed).
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Contemporary Readers Return
Our Contemporary Readers Group is reading White Evangelical Racism: The Politics of Morality in America by Anthea Butler. Everyone's invited to read it and then join them for a review and discussion this Sunday (4/11) at 5:30pm in the Koinonia Lounge (with masks and safe seating). The group's excited to be meeting in person again!
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Thanks for Your Continuing Support!
> Smart Phone Giving: ChurchPlus App
> Mail your checks to:
First United Presbyterian Church
605 N Webster Ave
De Pere, WI 54115
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THIS WEEK
Monday (4/5) - Norb Goral
Tuesday (4/6) - Meggan Farwell, Sadi Lake, & Meara Marinan
Wednesday (4/7) - Samuel Clayton
Thursday (4/8) - Connor Griffin
Saturday (4/10) - Logan Van De Hei
NEXT WEEK
Sunday (4/11) - Quentin McCurley & Linden O'Brien
Monday (4/12) - Clara Weiss
Tuesday (4/13) - Amy Cassidy
Friday (4/16) - Michele Griffith
Saturday (4/17) - Ian Mackey
Why not call, email, or send them a card?
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> Pastors in the Family Life Center - Today (4/8) 10am
> Nominating Committee Meeting (Zoom) - this evening (4/8) 6pm
> Adult Sunday School (Zoom) - Sunday (4/11) 8:30am
> Sunday Worship Service - Sunday (4/11) 9:45am (in person at church, live stream on our Facebook page, or view a recording after the service on our website)
> Sunday School Classes for all ages (various roooms) - Sunday (4/11) 11am
> Contemporary Readers Group (Zoom) - Sunday (4/11) 5:30pm
> Deacons Meeting (Koinonia Lounge) - Monday (4/12) 6pm
> Finance Ministry Meeting (Zoom) - Monday (4/12) 6pm
> Weekly Zoom Check In (Zoom) - Wednesday (4/13) 7pm
> CORE/JAM Youth Groups (Middle High Room) - Sunday (4/17) 11am
> Session Meeting (Zoom) - Monday (4/18) 6:30pm
*To schedule a meeting at the church, contact the church office.
To schedule an online Zoom meeting, contact Pastor Meggan.
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"Changing Lives Through God's Love in Christ"
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