Our Vision Statement:

We are a welcoming community FIRST UNITED in proclaiming FAITH in Jesus Christ, sharing HOPE for the future, and inspiring LOVE of our neighbors.

You Can Go Treasure Hunting!

Our Presbyterian Women are preparing for their Annual Rummage Sale which will be happening this Saturday (5/10) from 9am until 2pm. That means they're asking for your donations of clothing and special items to add to their sale. Please drop off your items in the corner of the Family Life Center behind the green curtains by Friday. Then join them Saturday to hunt for those hidden treasures and help support the mission work of our Presbyterian Women. *Special note - You can also get some bonus shopping time Sunday after church! Help make their Rummage Sale another great success!

Calling All Seniors

Are you graduating this year? Please email Pastor Meggan with a picture and a brief paragraph about your accomplishments and your plans for the future. We want to recognize all our graduates, so we ask that you email your information no later than this Sunday (5/11). Thanks and congratulations!

Plans for This Sunday

Join us for worship this Sunday (5/11) at 9am. This week’s sermon - “Shepherd of Souls” - draws from John 10:22-30 and Revelation 7:9-17 (*click links to read now), reminding us that Jesus is the Lord of all nations and all people. In a world often divided by borders, beliefs, and struggles, these scriptures affirm God’s absolute and unwavering claim on all humanity. Through Christ, we find hope that transcends every boundary - hope that is not reserved for a few, but extended to the great multitude from every nation, tribe, and language. We hope you'll join us!

*If you know of someone from our church family who's sick or in the hospital, please let the Pastors know so they can offer them some comfort.

Sunday School (10:30am)

*Pre-K to 2nd graders (Room 5 - downstairs)

*3rd - 5th graders (Room 6 - downstairs)

*6th - 12th grade Youth (Youth Media Room - downstairs)

>>The conclusion of our Sunday School and Youth Group program year is coming soon. The last day for both will be Sunday (5/18). Please come and enjoy the last two weeks before our summer break!

Adult Sunday School (Koinonia Lounge)

Join us this Sunday (5/11) at 10:30am for our Adult Sunday School class exploring the early church. Together, we’ll dive into the world of the first Christians, comparing and contrasting their beliefs and practices with the surrounding Roman society. Through thoughtful discussion and historical insight, we’ll examine how the early church’s message of love, equality, and hope stood in bold contrast to the values of the empire. All are welcome! Come deepen your understanding of our faith’s roots and how they continue to shape us today.

Youth Group Update

All 6th - 12th grade students are invited to join our Youth Group from 6-7:30pm this Sunday (5/11) in the Youth Media Room! Then on the following Sunday (5/18), we'll have our "end-of-the-year" cookout when we'll say goodbye to our seniors, welcome any incoming 6th graders, and extend our time to meet from 5-8pm. We'll have hamburgers and hot dogs. Please let Pastor Meggan know if you want to bring a side or dessert. It'll be a fun wrap-up to our great program year!

Diva Plans for This Month

Our Dining Divas had to cancel their April gathering, so they'll try again in May. Next Monday (5/12) at 6pm, they'll gather at El Maya (1049 Main Avenue near Festival Food on the west side). Please make sure you R.S.V.P. with Pastor Meggan by this Sunday (5/11). Email or text works best. Hope to see you there!

Presbyterian Women Updates

> P.W. Talbot Circle - TODAY (5/8) at noon in the Koinonia Lounge (*lunch provided)...

> Papercrafting Event - Friday (5/16) & Saturday (5/17) from 9am until 9pm in the Koinonia Lounge...

Got Jewelry to Share?

We're looking for some costume jewelry for use in an upcoming Fall event project. If you have any you could donate, please drop it off in the box on the Welcome Desk at church. Thanks!

Spring Clean-Up Time

Can YOU help us with Spring Clean-Up Day at the church? Beginning at 8:30am next Saturday (5/17), all of our wonderful volunteers will join together to get our church home cleaned and wiped and ready for a great rest of the year. Lots of jobs for all ages will be available, so please come, bring your friends, and lend a hand (or two). Thanks very much!

Register Now for V.B.S.

It's not too early to sign up for "True North"! That's the theme for our 2025 Vacation Bible School coming July 20 - 24. The sign-up link is LIVE! You can click HERE to register your children or grandchildren or to sign up yourself to volunteer to help. Don't forget to invite your friends and neighbors! We hope everyone will be a part of our "True North" VBS adventure this summer!

"Derby Day" Was a Winner!

Our third annual Derby Day Celebration happened last Saturday (5/3). All our visitors enjoyed wonderful Derby-themed food plus games, contests, women's hat decorating, and raffle prizes. We raised funds for an amazing organization called Wilson's Wish Animal Shelter and wrapped up the big day enjoying watching the actual Kentucky Derby! Thanks to all who organized it and all who participated.,

Tea Time is Coming

Here's a special invitation to a special afternoon! Everyone's invited to join our English Tea Event on Saturday (5/31) at 2pm in our Koinonia Lounge. It'll be a lovely gathering for women, men, and children featuring tea, cucumber sandwiches, assorted desserts, and a special presentation by Rev. Meggan Farwell called "Fill Your Cup." Tickets are just $10 per person benefiting an organization called Wellspring (supporting women's well being). Call 920-336-1446 to reserve your spot soon. Be sure and join us!

Reformers Followup

A big "THANK YOU" to Jill Larson for delivering an entertaining and thought-provoking presentation about health this past Wednesday (5/6) at our Dead Reformers Society meeting. Her insights sparked great conversation and meaningful reflection. If you’re curious about the Dead Reformers Society and looking for engaging fellowship and lively discussion, we’d love to have you join us next month on Tuesday, June 3, at 7pm at Badger State Brewing Company. Carpe Diem!

Sharing the Love

Last evening, our Agape Drive-Thru Dinner continued the wonderful tradition with a great lineup of church family, neighbors, and friends driving by to pick up free meals. As always, we'd like to thank our amazing team of volunteers who made it all happen on behalf of our church family. The next Agape Drive-Thru Meal is scheduled for June 4.

May Elder

of the Month

Melissa Rusk

May Deacons

of the

Month

Ginger France



Barb Ryan

“The Lord brought me out into a spacious place; he rescued me because he delighted in me.":

Psalm 18:19

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Click HERE or scan the QR code shown here to give electronically at any time.Contact Treasurer, Ken Nyberg, with questions.

THIS WEEK

Sunday (5/4) - Caleb O'Brien

Monday (5/5) - Cora Hanson

Tuesday (5/6) - Alice Wood & Leigh Deprez

Wednesday (5/7) - Donna Herber

Friday (5/9) - John Bauer & Dennis Koltz

Saturday (5/10) - Emilie Planert, John Nusbaum, & Ted Huebbe

NEXT WEEK

Sunday (5/11) - Logan Dzekute

Monday (5/12) - Barb Williams

Tuesday (5/13) - Lucas Planert & Rex Mehlberg

Thursday (5/15) - Brian Dorn

Friday (5/16) - Bit An

Saturday (5/17) - Patricia Cobos-Welle

Why not wish them a very special day?

"Changing Lives Through God's Love in Christ"

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