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First Presbyterian Church
Lincolnton NC
Jonah:
"Faith On The Run "

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Genre matters. It is important to remember this sometimes because the packaging of our modern Bibles can mislead us into thinking the Bible is large cohesive tome about one thing. In fact, it is a library of writings from different people, times places and languages. The is poetry, wisdom literature, letters, songs, history remembered, metaphors...and the list goes on.

I point this out because the Book of Jonah is very clearly a parable that retells the experience of the people of Israel in a dramatic and often humorous way.

This Sunday we will consider the first chapter which is the most familiar part of the story. In these mere 17 verses Jonah flees from God, hops a boat, is tossed overboard and swallowed by a large fish. Kind of surprising that there are 3 more chapters isn't it?

Even though the story of Jonah is likely not factual, that does not mean it isn't important, or even "True." There is much to learn from this reluctant prophet to whom even Jesus compared himself.

Join us for worship on Sunday at 10:30 AM as we begin our August series on Jonah .

Blessings and peace,
Danny
In August we continue our summer series with an in depth look at Jonah. What does it mean to receive a call from God and, instead of listening and obeying, run away from it? And what can we learn about faith and God’s concern for the whole world?
Plan to attend and bring a friend.
July and YTD Financial Picture
The chart below shows income and expenses for the month of July as well as the year-to-date totals and comparisons to last year. The income number was bolstered by some large gifts in memory of Tom Bowen. Cash reserves at July 31 were $149,212.
Tuesday Evening Meetings
On Tuesday August 13 th and 20 th we will have conversations as a congregation as we look towards the future. They will take place in the fellowship hall beginning at 6:30 PM and will last no longer than 90 minutes. These meetings will be facilitated by Russ Reighley, pastor of Sherrills Ford Presbyterian Church and Danny Trapp. Your participation is essential as we discern together the movement of the Holy Spirit in our community and the Church.
Soup Kitchen This Saturday August 3rd

We are hosting and serving at the soup kitchen this Saturday.
VBS 2019
August 4th

Greeters & Offering
Pam Sipe and Mary Smith
Worship Jan Duncan
Joyground Pam Sipe
Children’s Time Danny Trapp
Lockup Jamie Hodges
Refreshments Beth Stevens
Communion:
Preparation Pat & John Carpenter
Serving Mary Smith & Chris Thomas

August 11th

Greeters & Offering
Davis and Judy Roberts
Worship Jamie Hodges
Joyground Ann Hallman
Children’s Time Barbara Crumley
Lockup Jan Duncan
Refreshments Judy Roberts

August 18th

Greeters & Offering
John and Pat Carpenter
Worship Kathy Robinson
Joyground Nancy Rudisill
Children’s Time Jan Duncan
Lockup Sandy Eldridge
Refreshments Myra Jane Ramseur

I f you cannot serve, please find your own replacement and notify the office of the change.
 The family of Tom Bowen
Helen Fox, Evelyn Ross' mother
Ralph Freeman
The family of Candy Mauney Gaudet , Rick Ramseur's cousin
Ann Haire
Judy Holland
Rev. Don Jafvert, Jane Rollin's father
John Jenkins, Joy Fortenberry's friend
James Johnston, Kim Fitzpatrick’s father
Bob Lafferty, John Lafferty’s first cousin
Mary McKee
Bonnie Mullen
Simmons and Russ Purdy, Danny Trapp's daughter
John Riley
Davis Roberts
Bryan Ross, Jim Ross' son
Mona Scronce, friend of Pam Sipe
Eric Sipe
Keith Talley, friend of Pam Sipe
Brock Weston
David Wulf, friend of John Lafferty
Brenda Yu, friend of Jan Duncan
Calling All Men!


On August 11th, we will have a men's chorus sing in worship. This chorus is open to ALL men of any age who would like to sing. A final Wednesday evening rehearsal will take place on August 7th at 6:00 p.m. Please join us for a time of fellowship and singing!
Pastor’s Bible Study – Looking Toward Sunday

Join me downstairs in the Choir Room on Tuesdays at 12:30 pm for a study of the Scripture texts for the following Sunday. This Tuesday, August 6th, we will discuss Hebrews 11:1-22 and Jonah 2: 1-10. Feel free to bring lunch or just come as you are for an hour of fellowship and study. – Danny
Thank you to the volunteers that worked to make VBS a great success!
Have You Considered a Planned Legacy Gift?

Planned giving is simply giving that requires a little extra planning to accomplish. Typically, a planned gift is structured to be completed in the future – describing a gift in a will or trust document, creating a charitable gift annuity, or naming the church as a beneficiary of an IRA. 

A major planned gift can be the culmination of a lifetime of faithful discipleship for the giver – and a true legacy that will bear ministry fruitfulness far into the future.

Please Remember First Presbyterian Church in your estate plans.
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Serve the Lord with gladness...
Psalm 100:2
"Working Hand in Hand With The Lord"


Emergency Services
Soup Kitchen
LINC Meals
Nursing Home Ministry
Amazing Race Against Hunger (replaces Hunger Walk)
Christmas Ministry
Souper Bowl of Caring


2019 Soup Kitchen Dates
Sign-up sheet on refreshment table.


First Presbyterian Church is hosting lunch at the Christian Ministry Soup Kitchen on the following Saturdays in 2019

August 3rd
December 7th

Please sign up on the sheet located on the refreshment table in the sanctuary or contact Pam Sipe.
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Church Staff
Rev. Danny Trapp, Pastor   dtrapp@carolina.rr.com (cell—704-654-1319)
Rebecca Beatty Director of Music, Organist becbea50@gmail.com
Jill Goins   Administrative Assistant admin@fpclincolnton.org
Kristen Willis  Preschool Director  preschool@fpclincolnton.org
Nancy Rudisill  Sexton     admin@fpclincolnton.org
Office Hours
8:30-Noon Mon.-Wed
8:30-1:00 Thur.
Closed Friday

Sunday Worship 10:30 AM
With refreshments and fellowship
immediately following the service
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