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Over the weekend I purchased a hanging basket to hang on the corner of the deck in my backyard. (I don't have much a green thumb, so maybe you can identify it for me?). When I first saw the plant in the store, the bright blooms and lush leaves immediately caught my eye. When I got home, I hung it up and watered it.
The next day I looked out on my deck and the bright blooms were no longer there! "That's what you get for buying a plant that's on sale," I thought to myself. At least all of its leaves were still hanging on!
But then I glanced at the plant again yesterday morning... and the blooms were back! And then in the evening, the blooms were gone again. And then this morning, they were back!
I suppose the beautiful, bright blooms are in the habit of taking a rest. Glancing at those blooms got me thinking about rest. When was the last time you had a good rest?
Recently, I've been praying about our church and how God might be calling us to be good neighbors and serve our community in the future. Those blooms reminded me of the importance of Sabbath rest and how when we rest, God works to restore us so that we, too, can blossom as we live out God's unique calls upon each of our lives.
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Fri, June 19
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Youth Group Game Night - Zoom: 6 pm |
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Sat, June 20
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Men's Bible Study - Zoom: 8 am
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Sun, June 21
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Fellowship Coffee Hour - Zoom: 9:30 am
Worship - Facebook: 10:30 am
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Tues, June 23
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Anti-Racism Book Discussion - Zoom: 3 pm
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THANK YOU!
Thank you
to Barbara & Randy Phillips, Bob Tillinghast, and Bill Foote for their work on restoring the outdoor signs!
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ADULT EDUCATION OPPORTUNITY
Anti-Racism Book Discussion
Tuesdays at 3 pm via Zoom
Click
here
to register in
advance
for all meetings.
All are invited to join us on a journey of self-reflection and confession as we discuss "Anxious to Talk About It: Helping White Christians Talk Faithfully about Racism" by Dr. Carolyn B. Helsel, Professor of Homiletics at Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary. We'll read a chapter or two every week and reflect together on Zoom.
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King Ranch Casserole
by Nell Olds
Nell and Truman were longtime members of FPCR and
Nell was a dedicated worker in the Clothes Closet.
To share a recipe,
email [email protected]
and it may be featured
in an upcoming ePress!
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FACES OF OUR FAITH
Summer Worship Series
This summer we'll explore some of the bold and untold stories of our spiritual ancestors in scripture, hoping these characters remind us we all play a role in God's story of redemption and grace.
It's not too late to request a devotional!
Click
here
to request a copy.
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RESOURCE OF THE WEEK
Peace Prayer
by Rev. Traci Smith
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CONTINUE TO SUPPORT FPCR
Even though our doors are closed temporarily, your pastors, staff, session and many volunteers are all still hard at work to be there for each of you during this time.
Please remember to continue with your giving
and pledges by clicking the link below
or
mail your offerings, which will be
deposited
in a timely manner.
** Please note our new mailing address **
First Presbyterian Church
PO Box 831985
Richardson, TX 75083
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Families with children in preschool through grade 6 (completed) are encouraged to continue exploring their AT-HOME Sunday School material kits any day(s) of the week! The lesson focus for June 21 and 28 is "Storm Stories," based on Mark 4:35-41. You can construct a stormy centerpiece for a family meal gathering, prepare your blueberry Jello, and try out the "Storm Blaster Stew" recipe!
On Sunday afternoons, children (and parents, too) may join the Zoom calls by age level. These links provide a one-time registration for all summer.
Watch for more information about
July Sunday School kits.
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CALLING ALL PRAY-ERs!
If you would like to receive a copy of the church's prayer concerns list, please email [email protected].
An updated list will be emailed each week.
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COVID-19 PRAYER CONCERNS
Front Line Healthcare Workers
Treating COVID-19 Patients
Patrick Hammontree,
Physical Therapist for Urgent Care Patients and COVID screener at Medical City
Sue Moyer (Mary Stewart's daughter) - ER nurse in Glenwood, Colorado
Madeline Katz (granddaughter of Suzanne Katz) - nurse on COVID-19 wing at Baylor/Dallas
Dr. Jeff Gotts (son of Ernie & Lindy Gotts) - MD in the ICU of Univ. of CA, San Francisco
Marcia Franzen (daughter of Beverly & Marty Gallagher) - nurse on COVID-19 ward in Stockholm
Ally Stilwell (Pastor Rosy's best friend) - infectious diseases pharmacist in Brooklyn, NY
Jack & Tracy Childress (Lisa Carter's brother & sister-in-law) - ER Dr. and nurse in Gainesville
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STEWARDSHIP REPORT
as of 6.10.20
Revenues: YTD Budget YTD Actual
Pledged Receipts $229,080.40 $
248,848.30
Other Receipts
$ 42,500.00
$ 13,577.82
Total Revenues $271,580.40 $262,426.12
Total Expenses
$273,003.95
$261,951.10
Net Total
$1,423.55 $475.02
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| July 19 (if needed) |
| August 16 |
| September 20 |
| October 18 |
| November 15 |
| December 12 (Saturday AM) |
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PRESBYTERY MEETING DATES
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September 26, 2020 - Austin College, Sherman
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November 14, 2020 - Canyon Creek, Richardson
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Click on items below:
Click
here to access p
revious worship services.
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Present Word
Sunday School
Prophets in Pajamas
Sun, June 14, 9 am
New Link: Click
here to register in advance for all summer
FPCR Fellowship
Coffee Hour
Sun, June 14, 9:30 am
Click here to register in advance for all summer
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Adult Sunday School
9-10 am
The Present Word
Room A109
(Refer to
Upcoming Zoom Meetings for details on this virtual class.)
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These short Daily Encouragements are a great way to start your day!
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First Friday
(Parents Night Out)
There will be no First Friday offered until further notice.
Watch this space for updates.
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