August 21, 2026 • WWW.WHFIRSTCHURCH.ORG

"So often, the hands of the Almighty can be found at the end of our own arms."
- Sister Monica Joan

Hello friends:

Cassidy recently introduced me to the reality of Main Character Syndrome. It’s not a bona fide medical or psychological diagnosis but a pop-culture term that describes a person who views their life as an epic saga wherein they are the chief protagonist and everyone else plays a minor (lesser) role.

I mention the syndrome in this space as a way of previewing the featured scripture selection (Exodus 1:8-20) – the very beginning of the epic saga of Moses. The truth is that Moses never would have become a biblical giant without the inspired contributions of the Israelite midwives. So often, minor character energy makes all the difference in the world. I’ll say more when I see you. The sermon is entitled: Labor and Delivery.

Here I am, Lord.

rev.fredd

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Sun is Shining Concert Series

📅August 25 - Still Kickin' with the Big City Horns

🕒 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

📍 First Church front lawn

Join us for the two remaining Sun is Shining Concert Series.

What to bring: Chairs & blankets, family & friends, and your favorite refreshments & snacks!

Covenant to Care for Children: Return Your Filled Backpacks

📅Sunday August 23

🕒9:30 a.m. & during Coffee Hour

📍Auditorium entrance

Thank you to everyone who took a backpack to help local children start the school year ready to learn. Please return your filled backpacks this coming Sunday as the school year is right around the corner. Reach out to Molly or Diane for questions.

RECONNECT:
A New Framework for Helping Parents Protect Their Child From Anxiety & Depression Fueled by Digital Addiction

📅Sunday October 4

🕒 11:30 a.m. - 1p.m.

📍 JPWL

For parents, educators, and mental health professionals.

Join personality type expert Paul Tieger and Michael Shelby, LPC to discuss children's mental health. Together they have combined their extensive experience to create a tool that helps parents better understand the harmful effects of digital addiction and provides individualized strategies to help protect children’s mental health. A light lunch and childcare will be provided. Register Here

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