First Presby Weekly Newsletter

November 12, 2026

Thank you to those serving this Sunday

Coffee Cove: tbd

Counters: Frank Santini & Bob Simons

Liturgist: Kathy Wike

Ushers: Jim DeRose & Ted Hidell

WOW Aide: Ruth Lynam

WOW Jr. Aide: tbd

From the Pastor...

Grace and peace to you, FPC!

When was the last time you visited a church you’d never been to before? What did its people do to make you feel welcome and at ease… or, perhaps, what did they not do that you wish they would have?

We’re moving closer to a time of year when we’ll likely have many chances to welcome visitors at FPC. Let’s go out of our way to help them feel comfortable among us. 

You are already ahead of the game in wearing nametags every Sunday! So take the next steps as they naturally present themselves. 

• When you see someone you don’t recognize, don’t just wonder who they are (I have often been guilty of it, too)—introduce yourself!

• Show a visiting family with an infant or young child where our Nursery is. 

• Bring a newcomer over to Coffee Cove after worship, and introduce them to one of your friends. 

Each of us had a first Sunday at FPC, whether years ago or only recently. Let’s make sure visitors remember their first Sundays among us warmly, and that the experience makes them want to come back for many more.

See you on Sunday, and SDG (Solo Deo Gloria)!

Mike Poteet

fpcs.mike@gmail.com 

DO YOU KNOW YOUR GIVING MATTERS?

Stewardship Sunday is November 22! You should have received a pledge card in the mail along with a letter from Session. Your pledges help us plan for the coming year and support our church's facilities, staff, and ministry programs. We encourage everyone to prayerfully consider increasing their giving for 2027.

Thank you for your continued generosity and faithful support of our church's ministries. Please bring your completed pledge card to worship on November 22.

Did you know you can also set up automatic online donations? Step-by-step instructions are available through the link below.

Click here to see online giving instructions

Click here to view Stewardship Letter

Help Keep Coffee Cove Brewing!

The following dates need a host: Nov. 15, Nov. 29, Dec. 6, and Dec. 20. 

Coffee Cove is a special time of fellowship and connection for our church family, and we need hosts in the coming months to help continue this ministry. If you can serve, your help would be greatly appreciated.

Click here to sign up! 

THANKSGIVING MISSION OPPORTUNITY

City Team of Chester Delaware County is looking for people to help deliver holiday food packages and turkeys to families located within Chester and surrounding areas on Saturday, November 21 between 9 AM and noon. Youth and adult volunteers are welcome and transportation can be arranged. If interested, you may sign up directly online at https://cityteam.volunteerhub.com/vv2/lp/cityteamchester.

Contact John Reed or Mark Agan for more information. 

HANGING OF THE GREENS ~ NOVEMBER 22

It's almost time for our annual Hanging of the Greens! Please plan to stay after worship next Sunday as we decorate our church for the Advent and Christmas season. Once the decorating is done, we'll gather in Fellowship Hall for a delicious soup lunch prepared and hosted by our Deacons. Many hands make light work, and everyone is welcome!

NOVEMBER MISSION OF THE MONTH

Our November Mission of the Month is the Springfield School District Turkey Fund. Started 45 years ago by local school administrators, the Turkey Fund began by providing holiday food baskets to about 10 families. Over the years, it has grown to serve more than 100 families in Springfield and Morton. Although best known for its holiday food distribution, the Turkey Fund helps families throughout the year. Assistance includes help with utility bills, food insecurity, and gift cards for everyday necessities. The fund has also expanded its efforts to help families with transportation and meal expenses related to cancer treatment. Each December, volunteers deliver turkeys, bread, and grocery gift cards to local families who could use a little extra help during the holiday season. Please consider contributing to November's Mission of the Month. Your donations will go directly toward helping families in our own community.

JARS NEEDED FOR TOWER YOUTH CHRISTMAS COOKIE KITS

It's that time of year again! Tower Youth is collecting empty 24-ounce pasta sauce jars (with lids) for their annual Christmas Cookie Kits. Please save your jars and bring them to church! Questions? Contact Cory Cehlar at youthgroupcory.fpcs@gmail.com.

WOW & WOW Jr. Aides Needed

We’d love your help on Sundays from 10:00–11:15 a.m. with our two WOW classes: WOW, for children in 2nd–5th grade, and WOW Jr., for children ages 4 through 1st grade. Come lend a hand and be part of the fun!

Click here to sign up!

Please keep these members and friends in your prayers:

Arthur (Fred & Sue Ulmer’s neighbor), Chrissy Angelina, Anne Branton, Ed Clapper and those who loved Felicia, Janet Deatrick (Rachel Duncan’s grandmother), Brian Granatta and Bill Thigpen (brothers-in-law of the Reeds), Lisa Neff, Aletha Sciubba, Rose Marie Sharkey, Sue Ulmer, Ralph Wike (Kathy’s brother). 

You may use the Offering Prayer pew cards to add someone to the prayer list for four weeks, with the option to renew.

SCHEDULE

Thursday, Nov. 12

6:30 PM Handbell Rehearsal ~ Music Room

7 PM Boy Scout Troop 512 Committee Mtg ~ Lambert Hall

7:30 PM Chancel Choir ~ Music Room

Friday, Nov. 13

6:30 PM Al-Anon ~ Lambert Hall

Saturday, Nov. 14

9 AM-11 AM Veteran’s Appreciation Breakfast ~ Fellowship Hall

Sunday, Nov. 15

10 AM Worship

11 AM Coffee Cove

11 AM WOW Choir Rehearsal

11:30 AM Sunday School for Everyone ~ Lounge

6:30 PM Tower Youth ~ Tower Youth Room

Monday, Nov. 16

6 PM Troop 512 Meeting ~ Fellowship Hall

6 PM Yoga ~ Lambert Hall

Tuesday, Nov. 17

10 AM Prayer Shawl Ministry ~ Lounge

6 PM Girl Scout Troop 5140 Meeting ~ Fellowship Hall

Wednesday, Nov. 18

9 AM-12 PM Garden Club of Springfield Meeting ~ Fellowship Hall

6:30 PM Session Meeting ~ Library

7 PM Swim Club Meeting ~ Lambert Hall

Thursday, Nov. 19

6 PM Girl Scouts/Cory Cehlar Meeting ~ Fellowship Hall

6:30 PM Handbell Rehearsal ~ Music Room

7:30 PM Chancel Choir ~ Music Room

Friday, Nov. 20

6:30 PM Al-Anon ~ Lambert Hall

OUR DEACONS ARE HERE TO HELP

Need help of any kind?

Our deacons and pastor make a special effort to stay in touch and be available for anyone who may need help. They will be glad to provide meals, shop for groceries, pick up prescriptions, chat on the phone, or send encouraging texts. Do not go without the help you need. We implore those who fall into higher-risk categories to not take unnecessary risks. Please let us help.

Click here to see who your deacon is.

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