Our Vision Statement:
We are a welcoming community FIRST UNITED in proclaiming FAITH in Jesus Christ, sharing HOPE for the future, and inspiring LOVE of our neighbors.
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Today's Sunday Update
This morning we celebrated Christmas in July and continued to welcome more friends back to our in-person worship services. We focused on Isaiah 9:2, 6-7 and Ephesians 2:4-10 and talked about the greatest gift that changed the world. We also got to welcome back our team from The Great Escape event and hear reflections from all the youth who attended. If you weren't able to join us live, you can always find service recordings on our Facebook page and on our website (*see links at the end of this newsletter).
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From This Week's
"Taking Faith Home"
Read: John 6:1-21
By the beginning of John 6, Jesus had taught, turned water into wine, healed, and challenged Jewish authorities. The throngs are growing and five thousand have followed him to a hillside. Jesus looks at them, sits them down on a large grassy area, and feeds them like a shepherd tending his flock. His actions remind people of what Elisha (2 Kings 4:42-44) did when he fed large crowds. Jesus being on a mountain side and having powers over the waters of the Sea of Galilee (v.19) reminds others of a role like Moses. It is clear that people are attracted to Jesus and he cares for them with a power that people long to see, long to touch, long to be with. That is the power that has been given to the church to speak and work for people today in Christ’s name. Christ’s power continues to be present today so that others may follow in the footsteps of the one who brings us healing, hope, and salvation. What have you experienced that makes you want to be a follower of Jesus?
Prayer
Dear Jesus, we thank you for coming into our world and our lives to care for us and to feed us with your love. Amen.
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Our “Taking Faith Home” publication is a great resource for exploring your faith all through the week. It provides daily readings, prayers, devotions, and service opportunities following the weekly lectionary readings. Click here for this week's complete new edition.
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"Treasured" V.B.S. Begins TODAY!
Today (7/25) we begin our Vacation Bible School 2021, and it will run daily through Thursday. Through songs, activities, and videos, our kids will be discovering that they're treasured and priceless to God. We're so grateful to all of you who volunteered to help or donated supplies. Watch for updates through the week and next Sunday!
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Meeting Changes This Week
Important Announcement - Our Woe-Be-Gone group will be taking a road trip this Thursday (7/29), but the start time has been changed. People attending the gathering should meet at church at 1pm for a special carpool to Lilly Lake. Please bring a bagged lunch with you. Drinks will be provided. Everyone's welcome!
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Change for This Week
Our monthly Pastors in the Parking lot will not take place next week due to the busy schedule with Vacation Bible School. Both Pastors Luke and Meggan will be involved that morning with teaching our children that they are God's greatest treasure.
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Planning Ahead
Ever thought about teaching Sunday School or helping lead Youth Group? If so, but you need more information, reach out to Scott McPherson or Pastor Meggan, and they'll answer your questions. Thanks!
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Calling All Bakers!
The De Pere Christian Outreach is having a "30th Anniversary Celebration" this Saturday (7/31) from 9am to noon at the Thrift Store (506 Butler St., De Pere). It will include a Bake Sale with all the proceeds going to The Christmas Store.
We need your help baking - cookies, bars, breads, pies. Any baked goods will be greatly appreciated. Please deliver your pre-packaged, labeled, baked goods to the DPCO Food Pantry (1827 Chicago St. next to St. Anne’s Episcopal Church) this Friday (7/30) between 10am and 4pm. Call Marilyn Kabot (920-680-4452) for more information. Thanks for your support!
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Christmas in July
The churches that make up the De Pere Christian Outreach (including ours) are again planning to host a Christmas Store this year for area families in need. We ask that you begin thinking of "Christmas in July" and shop for items for the store. Watch now for great sales on toys, clothing, and household goods that will be needed. You can then bring your donated items to the church office to be safely stored until December. Thanks very much!
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Have You Joined the "Society"?
Join us for the Dead Reformers Society on Tuesday, August 3, at 7pm at Zambaldi Brewery as we boldly go where no church group has gone before. During the next meeting, Pastor Luke will lead us on a tour of hell as we discuss Dante Alighieri's 14th-century epic poem "Inferno." Is it getting a little hot in here? Join us for a cool beverage and some heated discussion as we explore this fascinating poem. Carpe Diem! (All participants must be at least 21.)
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Agape's Back for August!
Our monthly Agape Drive-Thru Dinner will return Wednesday, August 4, at 5:45pm. The menu will feature a B.L.T. pasta salad plus extras and a dessert. Everyone's invited to drive though to pick up your free meals (while supplies last). Monetary donations are welcomed but not required. Invite your friends and neighbors, plan a picnic, and help us share the love!
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Thanks for Your Continuing Support
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> Mail your checks to:
First United Presbyterian Church
605 N Webster Ave
De Pere, WI 54115
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> "Treasured" Vacation Bible School - this afternoon (7/25) 12:30-2pm
> Sunday Bike Ride (Mountain Bay Trail, Howard) - this afternoon (7/25) 4pm
> "Treasured" Vacation Bible School - continues Monday-Thursday (7/26-29) 9am - noon
> P.W. 4th Tuesday Readers "The Radium Girls" by Kate Moore (Koinonia Lounge) - Tuesday (7/27) 1pm
> Woe-Be-Gone Group (meet at church to travel to Lilly Lake) - Thursday (7/29) *special time - meet at 1pm to carpool
> Sunday Worship & Communion - Sunday (8/1) 9:45am (in person at church, live stream on our Facebook page, or view a recording after the service on our website)
> Building & Grounds Ministry Mtg. (Sr. High Room) - Monday (8/2) 5:30pm
> Leadership Ministry Meeting (Library) - Monday (8/2) 6pm
> Connecting Ministry Meeting (Koinonia Lounge) - Monday (8/2) 6:30pm
> Dead Reformers Society (Zambaldi's) - Tuesday (8/3) 7pm
> Agape Drive-Thru Dinner - Wednesday (8/4) 5:45pm
> P.W. Mission Sewing (Koinonia Lounge) - Thursday (8/5) 10am
*Please contact the church office to schedule a meeting or make changes so we can keep everyone up to date. Thank you!
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"Changing Lives Through God's Love in Christ"
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