May you recognize in your life the presence,
power, and light of your soul.
May you realize that you are never alone,
that your soul in its brightness and belonging
connects you intimately with the rhythm of
the universe.
~ from “For Solitude,” a blessing by John O’Donohue
Dear Friends,
In our Selah service last Sunday, we paused to look at the images from the James Webb Space Telescope. These breathtaking pictures have a way of stopping me in my tracks, inviting me to look up and out, and reorienting my vision. That feels like sabbath. I hope you are finding moments to pause and catch your breath in the midst of all that is swirling around us. I hope you know that you are never alone and that you are dearly loved and treasured by the God who creates it all.
Grace and peace,
Ellen
Scripture for Sunday, July 24: Deuteronomy 15:1-2, 7-11; Luke 15:11-32
FPC Sunday Livestream: As you may have noticed, we had some technical glitches on Sunday morning. (Some were in our control; some were not.) If you’d like to hear the full sermon audio, you may visit this link: https://bit.ly/Sermons_FPCConcord. This podcast updates every Sunday afternoon on the weeks when Ellen Crawford True preaches. You can subscribe using your favorite podcast platform. Many thanks to our fabulous Stream Team (Jonathan Ewert, Hunter Morrison, and Aaron Rotan) who faithfully do the behind the scenes work every Sunday morning and more!
Hymn Sing This Sunday at Selah
5:00 p.m. in Davis Hall
We have gathered your requests.
Now come and enjoy singing some of your favorite hymns!
O come, let us sing to the Lord;
let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation!
Psalm 95:1
New: Easy Access to Support
for People in Mental Health Crisis
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to reach the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
and get immediately connected to trained crisis counselors 24/7.
Pass the word!
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Extra Spaces for People with Mobility Issues:
To accommodate a growing number of members with mobility issues, we ask that on Sundays, all without mobility issues park either along Union Street or in one of our lots off Church Street, leaving additional spaces near the Fellowship House and on either side of the sanctuary for those who need then most, Thank you.
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New FPC Moms Group meets Thursday |
This Thursday, July 21, any moms that still have children at home are invited to Southern Strain Brewery at 7:00 PM for fellowship with other moms. Hope to see you there! |
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On Monday, our Youth participated in their first Meals on Wheels run for the summer.
All Youth, rising 6th-12th grade, are invited to select a Monday to help out on the delivery run.
*We have openings on the July 25th route!*
Youth should be arrive at the Fellowship House by 10:15 AM on their Monday and they will be dropped off at home after the route. (approx 12-12:30 PM)
If you are an adult interested in helping on the route, you may also use the link above.
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The Congregational Care Ministry Team of the diaconate is updating the list of those in our congregation who may benefit from visits from the church. We believe we have the names of all those in care facilities, as well as those who are completely homebound. However, we know there are others who are experiencing health or mobility issues that make it difficult to participate fully in the life of the church. If this describes you, or if you know of someone who may fall into this category and might enjoy visits, please speak to Julie Hill or contact the church office. |
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Youth delivering items to Asheville Poverty Initiative |
The Youth will travel to Asheville on Tuesday, July 26th. Their visit will include time at 12 Baskets Café, the Asheville Poverty Initiative. If anyone would like to donate items from the 12 Baskets Café wish list, our Youth can deliver them on Tuesday. All donations need to be in the back foyer of the Fellowship House by 4pm on Monday please:
- Quart size baggies
- New reusable food containers
- Cat and dog food
- Tampons and pads
- Sugar and creamer
- Any excess fresh produce you have from your garden
If you feel called to make a monetary donation to this organization, checks can be made out to Asheville Poverty Initiative.
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Thank you to the volunteers who were able to attend our VBS Debrief meeting last week. If you were unable to attend the meeting and have any feedback to share, please send it on to René Prager at: r.prager@firstpresconcord.org. This week’s shoutout goes out to everyone who worked behind the scenes to prep our art projects, paint backdrops, and pick-up and return the 21 borrowed Christmas trees.
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Lay Liturgists
Sign up here to be a lay liturgist to
read scripture in worship on Sundays.
Nursery
Sign up here to volunteer in the Nursery on Sundays.
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Sanctuary Flowers
To give the congregation a gift of
to sign-up for one or more Sundays
during the year.
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Sunday, July 24, 2022
Rev. Ellen Crawford True, preaching
Scripture: Deuteronomy 15:1-2, 7-11, 7-11; Luke 15:11-32
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Thursday, July 21
8:30 AM Academic Learning Center (Library Conference Room)
Sunday, July 24
9:45 AM S & D SS (FH)
10:00 AM Choir Rehearsal (Choir Room)
11:00 AM Worship (Sanctuary or Live-stream)
5:00 PM Selah Service - Hymn Sing (Davis Hall)
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Monday, July 25
10:15 AM Meals on Wheels (Fellowship House)
Tuesday, July 26
8:00 AM Youth Day Trip to Asheville
7:00 PM Al Anon (Commons)
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Condolences
The sympathy and condolences of the congregation are extended to the family of Mitzi Green Malone as they mourn her passing on July 17, 2022.
Birthdays
July 21 - Lindsay Hitt, Scott Verner
July 22 - Debbie Brannan, Karen Byrd, Mary Margaret Campbell, Max Gould, Ann Olivia Sherrill,
Maggie Teague
July 23 - Paul Liles, Jordan Rotan, Phil Smith
July 24 - Leona Fulghum, Dakeita Vanderburg
July 25 - John Wesley Goff
July 26 - Jane Batson, Chris Christy, Jessica Garmon, Kara King, Jim Monroe, John Morrison,
William Niblock, Laura Davis Rinker
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Ellen Crawford True
Senior Pastor/
Head of Staff
Julie Hill
Temporary Associate Pastor
René Prager
Director of Christian Education
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Director of Music and Organist
Choirmaster
Church Administrator
Kim Mazzola
Financial Administrative Asst.
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Heath Ritchie
Maintenance Superintendent
Director of First Kids
Wedding Director
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First Presbyterian Church
(704) 788-2100
70 Union Street North
Concord NC 28025
Mailing Address:
PO Box 789 Concord NC 28026-0789
Church Office Hours:
Monday - Thursday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Closed Friday
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The Commons Prayer Room:
Open only for scheduled groups
36 Spring Street SW
Concord NC 28025
Garden Hours:
Tuesday - Sunday, 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Closed Monday
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