A Note from the Pastor It has been wonderful having a portion of the congregation in the Sanctuary for the past few weeks! The Session has been discussing our next steps and we have some exciting news. Beginning this Sunday, we will… Increase the attendance cap to 100. You will still need to RSVP, for the time being, although that may be going away soon. To RSVP, you may call the church office, email lisa@fpcrichardson.org, or register online by clicking here. Allow for a masked choral ensemble. Replace the Glory to God Hymnals and Bibles in the pews. Encourage the congregation to stand at appropriate times during worship. Celebrate communion utilizing individual cups. Ask that you simply keep your distance from other attendees while exiting the Sanctuary. (Ushers will not dismiss by row.) Open all restrooms for use. For the time being, we will continue to: Keep the masking and social distancing protocols in place. Provide on-line Sunday School. Have the offering plate in the narthex. Keep the drinking fountains closed. Encourage no-contact passing of the peace.   It will be a communion Sunday, so you are encouraged to gather your communion elements (bread or crackers and wine or juice) prior to the service, if you will be worshiping online. If you will be worshiping in-person, communion elements will be individually portioned and available for pick-up as you enter the Sanctuary.   Blessings, Pastor David

Fri, June 4 First Friday: 6:30 pm Sun, June 6 Adult Sunday School class via Zoom: 9 am Fellowship Coffee Hour via Zoom: 9:30 am Worship via Facebook/YouTube & In-Person for those who have RSVP'd: 10:30 am Tues, June 8 Pastors' Bible Study via Zoom: NEW TIME: 4 pm. Register here. Wed, June 9 Called Session Meeting - Elder Examination Sat, June 12 Summer in the Psalms: 9:30 - 10:30, Front Lawn Sun, June 13 2nd Sunday Lunch & Learn

SUMMER OFFICE HOURS Monday - Thursday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Please ring the doorbell at Door C for admittance into the building.

Zoom Meetings & Sunday School Classes

Present Word Sunday School Prophets in Pajamas Sunday - 9 am Register here Download lesson Join us this summer as we explore the biblical underpinnings of a four-letter word - HOPE - and how it is energized by faith and supports us on our journey to eternal life. FPCR Fellowship Coffee Hour Sunday - 9:30 am Join here Pastors' Bible Study Tuesday - 4 pm Register here

SUMMER IN THE PSALMS  Throughout June and July, the Children's CE Committee will be hosting multi-generational Saturday morning gatherings on the front lawn at FPCR, from 9:30-10:30. These gatherings are especially designed for families with children, but all are welcome! Each week, we will learn about a different Psalm and how that Psalm instructs us to be in relationship with God and one another.  The first gathering will be Saturday, June 12. To RSVP or if you have questions, please contact Jillian Britton or Pastor Rosy.

2nd Sunday Lunch & Learn   Join us in-person in Ernst Fellowship Hall or on Zoom for June's Lunch and Learn. We'll hear from Joe Corcoran. Joe is a newer member of FPCR. He is active in the Young Adult Ministry, and he served on last fall's stewardship committee. Joe was recently elected to Richardson's City Council. He will share with us about his campaign journey, and about what he's learned about the city of Richardson. You won't want to miss it.

FPCR SANCTUARY CHOIR UPDATE   As we continue through the COVID 19 pandemic restrictions, things are beginning to return to a sense of normalcy. Like you, I am very anxious for the sanctuary choir to resume their proper place in the choir loft for our Sunday worship services. According to our best information and current projections regarding singing, I have scheduled a return date for Wednesday, August 18. I hope it will be so! After a few voice rebuilding rehearsals, the choir would then rejoin worship on Sunday, September 12. The choir has been very patient throughout the pandemic, and I can't wait to hear their glorious voices lifting us in song once more!   Grace and Peace, Ralph     Ralph F. Stannard First Presbyterian Church Richardson, Music Director

Our prayers of sympathy and support are extended to:   The Burkholder family at the passing of Susan's mother, Janye Ergish on May 7, 2021. The Leraas family at the passing of Bob on May 11, 2021.

CARING MINISTRY Volunteer Opportunities The Caring Ministry is establishing a calendar for June 2021 - June 2022 for anyone that would like to provide 2 to 4 individual home-style meals. Each meal would be placed in a divided container and put in the church freezer. We hope to have two people sign the calendar for each month of the year. That will ensure the pastors will have the flexibility to provide several meals for folks that may need them on very short notice. The Caring Ministry will provide the containers and labels for you to utilize. These containers are freezer safe, microwavable, and stack easily. These are now available in the church kitchen inside a marked tote bag that reads "Ministry Meals." If you are interested in participating, please contact Jo Bowen (cell 214-793-8612, email - jojotheflamingo@yahoo.com) or Sue Pochyla (cell - 214.789-7597, email - cspochyla@yahoo.com) and indicate your 1st and 2nd choice of months. We will send you a completed calendar so you will be aware of your commitment. We know that folks are appreciative of home-style meals during challenging times. It is a blessing to be able to support this ministry. Thank you, and we look forward to hearing from you. Your Friends of the Caring Ministry

MISSION OPPORTUNITY ENDS JUNE 20! Caring Fund The Caring Fund is now part of the Forefront Living Foundation and includes Presbyterian Village North and Faith Presbyterian Hospice. The Caring Fund ensures that when the personal finances of a resident or patient are exhausted, quality care will continue to be provided.  The Caring Fund drive goes from Mother's Day, May 9 to Father's Day, June 20. Please thoughtfully consider giving. Ways to donate: online, mail check to FPCR, or drop off at a drive-thru food pantry.

SCHOLARSHIPS JW Campbell Scholarship Due Date: Monday, June 14, 2021 JW Campbell Scholarships are available to any FPC member enrolling in college, trade or technical school for the Fall semester of 2021.  Click here for more information. Information is also available on the church website: www:fpcrichardson.org Application forms, including transcripts, must be returned to: kathy.hammontree@gmail.com no later than Monday, June 14, 2021.  Applications will be considered by the Special Gifts Committee and all applicants will receive a notification letter by the end of July 2021.

Network is currently in need of the following:   Hygiene products  Detergent  Diapers all sizes Toilet paper Easy box meals (such as hamburger helper) Chef Boyardee Flour and baking supplies Cooking oil Spices/seasonings (such as oregano, cumin, and more to season beans and rice) Kid-friendly foods will be distributed at both Network and the 8 mobile food pantries each week, in addition to nutritional food boxes. Items needed are: Pop topped kid-friendly meals, Mac and cheese, granola bars, applesauce cups, oatmeal, cereal, peanut butter, and other healthy snack options  Network is also in need of: new men's, women's, and children's underwear, infant socks, baby and toddler clothing, children's clothing, and shoes (all sizes). Clothing donations are encouraged on Wednesdays but are accepted any day except Friday at Network’s front door (ring the doorbell). 741 Sherman Street  Please drop off food items at the next FPCR drive-thru food drive - May 20.

CONTINUE TO SUPPORT FPCR   If you have not made a pledge for 2021, you still can!

Even though our 2021 stewardship campaign has come to an end, there is always an opportunity to submit a pledge. Click here to complete an annual estimate of giving today.  For giving and pledges, click the link below or mail your offerings. If you use a bank auto-draft for any pledges or giving to FPCR, be sure to update our new address with your bank.  First Presbyterian Church PO Box 831985 Richardson, TX 75083

If you would like to receive any of the following, please email lisa@fpcrichardson.org: FPCR DIRECTORY Request a copy via email or regular mail. THESE DAYS DEVOTIONALS Request a quarterly copy by mail. DAILY ENCOURAGEMENTS These short emails are a great way to start your day! PRAYER CONCERNS LIST Updated prayer list emailed each week. MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION If you are currently not a member and would like more information on membership.

Session Meeting Dates June 27 July 18 (if needed) August 15 September 19 October 17 November 21 December 11 (Saturday morning)

Calling all Pray-ers!

Front Line Healthcare Workers Treating COVID-19 Patients   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 Bekah Leon (Colleen Oates' niece) - ER nurse in Wilmington, DE Morgan James (Jenny's husband) - RN at Children's Medical. Karen Scott (Charlie Bross' daughter) - Speech Therapist in a nursing home COVID unit Lily Agwe - Healthcare First Responder, Highland Springs,TX