Happy Monday

How cool is it that the same God who created mountains and oceans and galaxies looked at you and thought the world needed one of you too?

When life gives you Monday, dip it in glitter and sparkle all day!

Hope you have a GREAT week!

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 in December, where families can choose gifts and "much needed" items for the holiday season.

This year, we're collecting three favorite items: fishing poles, kitchen utensils, and 50" X 60" fleece throws. These were some of the most popular picks at last year's store, and we know they'll once again bring comfort, joy, and practical help to the families we serve. Look for the Christmas tree with tags listing the requested items or grab a printed list if that's easier. Take a tag, take a few, or simply choose from the list - whatever works best for you!

All donated items should be new and unwrapped. Please bring them to the church by Friday, July 31. Last year, the Christmas Store served 227 families and nearly 1,000 children and adults, what an incredible impact! Thank you for helping us spread comfort, joy, and a little Christmas sparkle right in the middle of July.

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.

Watch for our "Weekly Newsletter" usually on Thursdays for the latest updates. If you ever have questions, information to add, or want to be added to our regular email list, please contact the Church office or our Communications Team (*see links below).

> Weekly "Bible Recap" Meeting (Koinonia Lounge) - Sunday (7/5) at 5:30 pm or Monday (7/6) at 9 am

> Connecting Meeting (Koinonia Lounge) - Monday (7/6) at 6:30 pm

> Deacon Meeting (Room 2 Downstairs) - Wednesday (7/8) at 5:30 pm

> DPCO Fridge & Self Shared Ribbon Cutting Ceremony (DPCO Food Pantry) - Thursday (7/9) at 11:30 am

> Discipleship Meeting (Koinonia Lounge) - Thursday (7/9) at 5 pm

> Ice Cream Social (Family Life Center) - Sunday (7/12) after worship

*Please contact the church office to schedule a meeting or to schedule changes so we can keep everyone up to date. Thanks!

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“Christ First” Methodist Church Events (our "nesting" congregation)

> Various Group Meetings (various locations) - Tuesday (6 pm), Thursday (6 pm), Friday (6:30 am), & Sunday (5:30-7 pm)

> Worship & Fellowship (Sanctuary & Koinonia Lounge) - Sunday 4 pm

"Changing Lives Through God's Love in Christ"

Contact us with your questions and needs...