125 years of First Reformed United Church of Christ

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Tonight's Game Night has been cancelled

Dear Beloved Community,

This Sunday we come to the final week of The Circle of Practice: Shaping Our Faith as we explore the practice of Reconciliation, and share Holy Communion together.

Our Scripture readings are Exodus 12:1–14 and Matthew 18:15–20. Together, they invite us to think about the importance of retelling our stories and what it means to find our way back to one another when relationships break. 

Reconciliation isn’t always easy. Sometimes it means forgiveness. Sometimes, telling the truth. Sometimes it means taking the first step. And sometimes, making room for God to do the work in us that we aren’t quite ready to do ourselves.

Over these 6 weeks, we’ve talked about generosity, trust, welcome, confession, surrender, and now reconciliation. The goal was never to check each practice off our list. It’s a circle we keep coming back to again and again as we seek to follow Jesus. 

And this Sunday, we’re going to do something a little different. We have a special way to bring the series to a close.

Remember those circles we cut out a few weeks ago?  They are a part of something extra special that Carolyn Robbins and Ellen Peterson, have been creating for worship this Sunday!  I’m going to keep the details under wraps—but I will say that you won’t want to miss it. 😉

Their artistry will be a beautiful way to bring the Circle of Practice and Holy Communion together, to remind us that faith is something we practice, share, and live together.

Join us Sunday as we Draw the Circle Wide together—and discover that the ending is really another beginning.

Come ready to worship, remember, reflect, and maybe to be surprised!

In hope and love, 

Elizabeth

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Celebrating 125 Years

with an Extra $125 of Gratitude and Generosity

125th Anniversary Tee Shirts for Sale!

~ Deadline for orders is September 13th ~

Tee shirts will display the 125th Anniversary print on the back

The front of the tee shirts will have the First Reformed UCC print pocket level.

Sizes XS-XL are $15.00 each

Sizes XXL and above are $17.00 each

See Dave Fulton to order yours today!

Sunday Adult Bible Study

(Meet in Parlor Sundays - 9:30am)

September Bible Study

Genesis: A Beginner’s Guide to the Beginning

By Amy-Jill Levine

Join us as we participate in a six-Sunday discussion of Amy-Jill Levine’s new book GENESIS: A Beginner’s Guide to the Beginning, where we will look at six stories in Genesis: the creation of humanity and the subsequent events in Eden; Cain & Abel, Noah, the flood and its aftermath; Abraham’s almost-sacrifice of his beloved son Isaac; Jacob’s dream of a stairway (it’s not a ladder) to heaven; and Mrs. Potiphar’s sexual harassment of Joseph. The people in these stories are not perfect. They lie and blame others for their actions; they deceive and betray; they murder and engage in human trafficking. They are humans at their best and their worst. They are invitations to discussion.    Join us as we explore the Bible’s first stories of creation, conflict, judgment, and mercy. In these stories, we may be reminded of people we have known; we may be reminded of ourselves!

Music At First Reformed UCC

SUNDAY - Sept. 20, 2026

Pick-up Choir

"Praise to the Lord, the Almighty"

ALL ARE INVITED TO PARTICIPATE 

Participants meet in the Sanctuary at 10am for a brief practice session.

If you would like to join our Sunday morning choir, or you play an instrument and would like to share your talent during the worship service, please contact our Choir Director,

Ellen Peterson.

Would You Like to Help with Communion?

We are looking to expand our Communion Prep Team! Please scan the QR code to learn more about how you can get involved.

September 2026 Calendar

Each Week

Mondays from 4:00-6:00pm     FRUCC Clothing Ministry

Mondays (2nd, 3rd, & 4th) from 5:30-7:00pm     Open Hands Meal

Saturdays from 12:00-1:00pm   FRUCC Saturday Lunch Ministry

Fellowship Hall Scheduled Events

9-19    Setup 2:00pm – Faith Forward Sunday Event

9-20    Faith Forward Anniversary Event, 8am-3pm

9-25    Davidson County School Teacher/Parent Meetings, 7:30am

9-25    Setup/Saturday Event, 6:30pm – Rev. Beverly King

9-26    Event (Shower) 1:30-6:30pm – Rev. Beverly King

Events and Meetings in September

9/4 CANCELLED - Game Night

9/7 OFFICE CLOSED/LABOR DAY

9/8 Board of Worship, 6:00pm..................................Parlor

9/9 Board of Evangelism, 5:30pm.............................Parlor

9/13 Consistory Meeting, following Worship...........Parlor

9/12 Community Garden Work Day, 10am-12pm

9/14 Stewardship Meeting, 3:00pm.........................Parlor

9/14 First Hope Ministry Meal (Adult Bible Study Class)

9/16 NAMI In-person Support Group, 1:00pm.........Edu. Bldg-Room 9/20 Youth Group Meeting, 5:30pm.........................TBD

9/23 Women’s Fellowship, 11:30am..........................Yarborough’s

9/23 Executive Board Meeting, 3:00pm...................Parlor

9/27 Intersection of Faith Bible Study, 4pm ........... Parlor

9/30 Red Cross Blood Drive, 2-7pm

~ RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE CANCELLED ~

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Joint Worship Service – Sept. 13,2026

As part of our 125th Anniversary Celebration, St. Stephen UMC will join us for worship at First Reformed on Sunday, September 13. Rev. Arnetta Beverly will bring a special message. We will have special music by Ethan Lovell and Mike Price.

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First Reformed UCC Youth Group

Starting Sept. 20 at 5:30pm

Future Youth Group meetings will be on the first and third Sunday of each month. 5:30pm - 7pm

Davidson County

First Hope Ministry - Homeless Shelter

FRUCC Meals Calendar

Adult Sunday School Class providing Monday - Sept. 14, 2026

TBD - Monday - Nov. 9, 2026

107 E. First Ave., Lexington

Community Garden Workday

Saturday, Sept. 12 10am-12pm

Join us next Saturday in the garden as we give the earth some love and look to preparing for the fall season.

Charles England Elementary School

Sunday, at church, supplies were loaded into vehicles in under 15 minutes. Monday, at CEES, four vehicles were unloaded in about 15 minutes! Love it when a plan comes together and teamwork is part of God’s plan!

 Thank you all!

💙🧡💙   Patti

FRUCC Clothing Ministry

In need of men’s clothes (especially smaller sizes). Shirts, pants, shorts, hoodies, and jackets are all in high demand. Also, we need toiletries for people coming through.

FRUCC Saturday Lunch Ministry Donations of bottled water needed. 

On the 3rd Wednesday of each month from 1:00-2:30pm

NAMI IN-PERSON SUPPORT GROUP MEETINGS

Family Support Group meetings at First Reformed UCC in Lexington, NC. Meetings will be held in the Education Building located at 75 N. Salisbury Street, Lexington NC

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NAMI Connection is a support group for adults diagnosed with mental health conditions. Facilitated by trained peers, it encourages safe, confidential sharing in a flexible group setting. 

These meetings are via Zoom. To register, visit our Calendar; https://naminwpiedmontnc.org/calendar/, 

and click on a Connection meeting of your choice. Use the “Register” link to enter your information. This will get you to all scheduled meetings for that entry. Email: ncpsstraining@gmail.com 0pm  

• Every Thursday from 6:30 to 8:00 pm. 

• Every Sunday 6:30- 8:00pm Young Adult Connection (18-40 years of age) 

• 3^rd Wednesday monthly from 6:00 to 7:30pm

• Every Thursday from 6:30 to 8:00 pm. 

Dates to Remember the week of 9/5 - 9/13

Saturday, 9/5

12-1:00pm..... Saturday Lunch Ministry

Sunday, 9/6   Holy Communion

9:30am........ Adult Bible Study – Parlor

9:30am........ Choir Practice – Choir Room

10:30am...... Worship Service - Sanctuary/YouTube

11:00am....... Faith Forward Baptist Church – Chapel

Monday, 9/7 Church Office Closed for Labor Day

4:00pm..........NO FRUCC Clothing Ministry

5:30pm..........NO Open Hands Ministry

Tuesday, 9/8

6:00pm........Board of Worship Meeting - Parlor

Wednesday, 9/9

5:30pm........ Board of Evangelism Meeting – Parlor

Thursday, 9/10

5430pm........ Nursery Volunteer Meeting - Parlor

Saturday, 9/12

10am - 12pm. Community Garden Workday

12-1:00pm..... Saturday Lunch Ministry

Sunday, 9/13   Special 125th Service

9:30am........ Adult Bible Study – Parlor

9:30am........ Choir Practice – Choir Room

10:30am...... Worship Service - Sanctuary/YouTube

September Consistory Meeting following worship - Parlor

11:00am....... Faith Forward Baptist Church – Chapel

PRAYER CONCERNS

Christie Plummer, Sylvia Walser, Aurelia Smith, June Grubb, Susan Odom, MeLinda Mikaelson

AT HOME

Marge Doty, Lib Hinkle, Carolyn Spivey, Deanna Michael, Pattie Everhart

IN CARE FACILITIES

Peggy Bates – Grayson Creek, Welcome

Gennie Lou Byerly – Abernethy Laurels, Newton

Myrtle Latimer – Countryside Village, Stokesdale

Eulene Shepherd – Piedmont Crossing, Thomasville

FRIENDS

Gary Peterson (Father of Jeremy Peterson),

Our Saturday Lunch Guests