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.

A Thursday Prayer for Strength and Peace

"Heavenly Father, protect me from stress and anxiety, Grant me a calm and focused mind, and give me the strength to face today's challenges with courage. Amen."



Need Some Extra Support?

Join us TODAY, July 30th at 10 am for our monthly Woe-Be-Gone Gathering. We'd love to have you spend some time with us for this supportive group as we read scripture, share, pray, and listen to one another. Everyone's welcome!

Summer Book Study

You are invited to participate in our next Summer Book Study! For July, we will be reading St. Francis of Assisi by G.K. Chesterton. In this classic work, Chesterton introduces readers to Francis within the vibrant and colorful world of the High Middle Ages - a world rich in faith, pageantry, and romance. More than a simple biography, the book explores the life and legacy of one of Christianity's most beloved saints and one of the most influential figures in human history.

Please join us for a discussion of the book TODAY, July 30, at 6:30 pm. If you need assistance obtaining a copy of the book, please contact Pastor Luke.

We hope you will join us for an engaging evening of fellowship and conversation.

Sunday Worship Plans

Join us for worship this Sunday at 9:00 am at First United Presbyterian Church as we gather to hear God’s Word from Psalm 145:8–9, 14–21 and Matthew 14:13–21. These beautiful passages proclaim God’s steadfast compassion and abundant provision for all creation. In the sermon, “Feasting on the Word,” we’ll reflect on how Jesus feeds the multitude, revealing that God’s grace is never scarce and Christ’s table is always abundant. 

See you at 9 am Sunday morning!

Prayers for our Neighbors in Menasha/Appleton/Fox Crossing/Neenah Area

Standing with Our Neighbors

This past Monday, a devastating tornado moved through the Fox Valley, impacting communities in Appleton, Fox Crossing, Menasha, and Neenah. Many families and businesses are now facing the difficult work of cleaning up, rebuilding, and finding their way forward.

In moments like this, we are reminded of what it means to be the church. We are called to care for our neighbors, to share what we have, to lend a helping hand, and to pray for those who are hurting.

There are three simple ways we can respond:

GIVE

First Presbyterian Church of Neenah has established a fund to help with clean-up and recovery efforts throughout the Fox Valley. We encourage those who are able to consider making a contribution to this local effort. Donations can be made to a fund established by First Presbyterian Church in Neenah to support clean-up efforts in the Fox Valley: The link to give online is here.

 You may also support the larger disaster response through Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA). Donations to Presbyterian Disaster Assistance can be made online through the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). Checks may also be mailed to First United. When giving, please designate your gift for “Tornadoes and Windstorms (DR000200)” so that your contribution will support these recovery efforts.

ACT

Volunteer Fox Cities is coordinating opportunities for people to assist with recovery efforts throughout the affected communities. If you are able to volunteer, this is a meaningful way to put our faith into action.

We can also begin right where we are. Check on your neighbors. Reach out to friends and family. Look for someone who may need a helping hand. Sometimes a simple act of kindness can make a difficult day a little easier.

PRAY

Please keep the people of the Fox Valley in your prayers—those who have lost homes, businesses, and possessions; those who are frightened or grieving; and those facing uncertainty about what comes next.

Pray also for first responders, utility workers, volunteers, churches, and all those who will be working for days and weeks to come to help our communities recover.

As Christians, we know that we do not face difficult times alone. We belong to one another, and we belong to a God who meets us even in the midst of chaos and brings hope, healing, and new life.

Let us continue to be a church that cares for our neighbors and looks for opportunities to be the hands and feet of Christ in our community.

Give. Act. Pray.

And together, let us bring hope out of chaos.

Early Bird Gets the Worm

We need your help!! Fall Fest is coming! Please consider putting a raffle basket together or donating an item that can go into a basket. We are currently collecting for our "Early Bird Baskets" for a chance to win a wingspan of raffle tickets. You have until the end of TODAY, July 30th to turn in your baskets or items. Drawing for the wingspan will be on Sunday, August 2nd at our church service.

Christmas in July is coming!

Ready for a little Christmas cheer in the middle of summer? Our annual Christmas in July Collection for the De Pere Christian Outreach Christmas Store kicked off on Sunday, July 5, and runs through the end of the month. This fun and meaningful collection helps us get ready for the Christmas Store.

We are asking for these items: fishing poles, kitchen utensils, and 50" X 60" fleece throws.

All donated items should be new and unwrapped. Please bring them to the church by Tomorrow, Friday, July 31. Thank you for helping us spread comfort, joy, and a little Christmas sparkle right in the middle of July.

Attention All Bakers!! We Need Your Help!!

Election Day is Tuesday, August 11. We will be having our Election Day Bake Sale and that's where we need your help. We need some baked items to sell. We suggest breads, brownies, cookies, cake, cupcakes, etc. Please have your items dropped off by Monday, August 10.

PW Group

• PWCT Meeting (Gathering Area) - Tuesday (8/4) at 9 am

• PW Mission Sewing (Koinonia Lounge) - Thursday (8/6) at 9 am

PW "On-the-Go"

PW "On-The-Go" toured House of Hope Shelter for youth and young pregnant women, or women with young children. The backyard is a playground for outdoor fun and exercise. There is a "drop-in" area that is staffed 24-hours, accepting youth (as young as 12) who find themselves without shelter or escaping a harmful situation. Barb got to meet a resident's therapy dog. We also toured the House of Hope's clothing and personal hygiene supply area.

Next Month, Wednesday, August 26 at 10am, we will be touring the HEA (Happily Ever After) animal shelter. Expect to help with 'socializing' residents. Hope you can join us!

Agape Drive Thru Dinner

Join us for a meal of Beef Stroganoff, Rice, a Vegetable and a Dessert on Wednesday, August 5th at 5:45 pm. Everyone's invited to pick up free meals (while supplies last).

Come share the love!

Pastors in the Parking Lot

Our monthly Pastors in the Parking Lot event is Thursday (8/6) at 10 am. Pastors Luke & Meggan will be available to meet with church friends and spend some time with you. This is a special time planned on the first Thursday of each month.

Be sure to bring yourself a chair!!

Salad and Dessert Potluck

Our Connecting Committee would like to invite you to a salad and dessert potluck on Sunday, August 9 after worship in place of Coffee Fellowship.

Calling all Crafters, Knitters, Sewers, Woodworkers, Painters, & Joy-Makers:

After last year's successful event, we've decided to do it again this year!! Presbyterian Women is having a Christmas Boutique fundraiser on Saturday, November 21, 2026. We're telling you about it NOW because we need your donated handmade items to sell, and this summer is the perfect time to be creative!

Thank you for sharing your talents. Any questions, contact Julie Mackey at (920) 217-8341.

Collection for the Presbyterian Pantry

One August 10 & 24, our FUPC Presbyterian Pantry volunteers will be filling grocery bags with nonperishable food (First Presbyterian of Green Bay, Ashland Ave). Suggested item for filling pantry shelves is NON-PRE SWEETENED CEREAL.

Help us fill the grocery bags.

Help support First United and our Ministries using your phone or computer.

Click HERE or scan the QR code to give electronically. Contact Treasurer, Ken Nyberg, with questions.

"Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up." Galatians 6:9

THIS WEEK

Sunday (7/26) - Heather Newell

Tuesday (7/28) - Wally Heil, Sharon Carpiaux, & Barb Kraus

NEXT WEEK

Sunday (8/2) - Stella Deprez

Monday (8/3) - Michella Bauer & Debbie Crooks

Wednesday (8/5) - Joe Williams, Hailey Dorn, & Katherine Campbell

We wish them all love and God's blessings on their special day!

"Changing Lives Through God's Love in Christ"

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