Adult Education - Pastor Kellen's Doctoral Journey & Reception 

Sunday, May 19 9:45 - 10:45 a.m. in Stewart Hall 101-103 Join Pastor Kellen to hear about the journey to achieving his doctorate from Emory University this May. He’ll speak about his doctoral thesis project and its impact at First Pres. Members of the former Pastor Nominating Committee will host a reception to celebrate the occasion.

Community Art Gallery 

Paintings by Peg Sindelar  Through May 31 on the Link Artist’s Reception  Sunday, May 19 from 9:45 - 10:45 a.m. Please stop by on your way to Pastor Kellen’s Reception Peg Sindelar works with watermedia, collage, and printing. She has been  painting and studying with nationally acclaimed painters for over 20 years.  Her subject range has resulted from extensive travel in the U.S. and abroad.

Over 60 Singles Group

Sunday, May 19  4:00 - 6:00 p.m. First Pres is starting an Over 60 Singles Group for fun and fellowship. We will kick off the group with a wine and cheese gathering at the home of Lorrie Leahigh, 605 North President Street in Wheaton (note new location). Please join us as we plan future outings. Feel free to bring a friend. RSVP to Linda Wischnowski.

Tomato and Pepper Plants are Coming

Sunday, May 19 The Mission Committee will be distributing tomato and pepper plants so we can grow vegetables for the food pantries. These past several years we have provided fresh vegetables to the food pantries, along with the “fruits” from our Giving Garden. Come to the Rotunda after worship and pick up your plants. I was hungry and you gave me food to eat.  ~ Matthew 25:35

Prescription For Life

Sunday, May 19 is the day to return your Prescription for Life filled bottle. If your filled bottle is still at home, it can be dropped off in the church office or in the basket in the Rotunda. Thank you for your continued support of the Older Adults program. Contact Rachel Abbott.

Women's Ministry

Wok and Talk Monday, May 20 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. at Wok & Fire. 120 E. Liberty Drive in Wheaton All women of the church and their friends are invited to this  fun evening of great food and beverages, and engaging  conversation. Contact Kathy Nickell at 630-561-7951 or  email.

Kindergarten Enrichment - Now Enrolling for Fall 2019

School Year Dates: Wednesday, October 9 / Friday, October 11  through Wednesday, April 29 / Friday, May 1 Morning Session: Fridays, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Afternoon Session: Wednesdays, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. (Children must be enrolled in a morning or afternoon Kindergarten class.) For more information or to enroll, click here.

Children's Ministry

Vacation Bible School VBS 2019 – June 17-21 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. New this Summer! Vacation Bible School now has three different age-based programs. Join us for a week of fun as we learn about God's love for us and how we can share it with others.  To learn more and register, click here . To Mars and Beyond - 4 year olds (by Sept. 1) through 2nd grade NEW! Sports Blast with Victory Sports - 3rd through 5th grade  Service Squad - 6th through 8th grade Decoration Creation Meeting - Wednesday, May 22 at 10:00 a.m. in the Parish House Basement Supply Request - Empty cake frosting tubs and rolls of aluminum foil are needed. A collection box is located in the Rotunda. VBS Volunteers Needed for - Games / Music / Science / Storytelling / Decoration Creators / Set-up Help / Photos. Contact Lynn Nuzzo. VBS Service Squad for grades 6-8 - Grab a friend and join us for a week of service! After a group devotion in the Courtyard, we will show God’s love to the following organizations: Outreach Community Center, DuPage Care Center, Humanitarian Service Project, SCARCE and PADS. Volunteers needed to drive. Register via the link above. Contact Laurie Meissner. Sunday School Celebration  - Sunday, May 19 at 9:45 a.m. in the Ministry Center Children will share what they have learned in Sunday School, sing songs and thank their teachers at this end-of-year celebration. Refreshments will be served in the Courtyard.

What's Coming Up

There are many events, programs and educational opportunities offered at First Pres. Click here to view the online calendar.

First Pres in Action

Youth Sunday special services included liturgy, music, and Senior Sermons led by youth. The 8:30 a.m. service featured the Class of 2019 Senior Blessing and the 11:00 a.m. service featured the Mission Trip Team Commissioning. Click here to listen to the youth sermons.

First Presbyterian Church of Wheaton www.firstpreswheaton.org Phone 630-668-5147   Email: office@firstpreswheaton.org 715 North Carlton Avenue, Wheaton, IL 60187