This week I've got some good news and some not-so-good news.
Let's get the not-so-good news out of the way: Some internet scammers and hackers have been posing as Pastor David and sending emails with requests for money and gift cards. These emails are a scam. Please note that all staff email addresses end with "@fpcrichardson.org." Please do not respond to these phishing emails. No staff would ever send an email asking you to send us gift cards or money to us personally.
Now for some good news:
- We will be having our Drive-Thru Food Drive tomorrow morning from 9:30-11:30 am. Place your donations in your trunk before you leave home. Once you arrive at FPCR, we'll remove the donations from your trunk. At the last food drive, we collected 1400 pounds for the Network of Community Ministries!
- Pastor Jessie's study around the book "Anxious to Talk to About It" will begin next week. All are invited to participate. See more information below and fill out the poll to help figure out the best time to meet.
I am praying for you each day and I hope that you're encountering some joy amidst these uncertain and chaotic days. You certainly bring me a great deal of joy.
Peace,
Pastor Rosy
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Thurs, June 11
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Drive-Thru Food Drive - FPCR: 9:30 - 11:30 am |
Sun, June 14
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Fellowship Coffee Hour - Zoom: 9:30 am
Worship - Facebook: 10:30 am
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SUMMER OFFICE HOURS
Office staff will be observing summer office hours
while continuing to work remotely
(
office closed on Friday's).
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ADULT EDUCATION OPPORTUNITY
Anti-Racism Book Discussion
This study will begin next week on a day and time that work for most people.
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. Vote for a weekly gathering time
here.
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Jo's Spinach Salad
Donated by Jo Bowen
Perfect for a hot summer day!
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FACES OF OUR FAITH
Summer Worship Series
This summer we 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.
We will provide printed devotionals for this series. Click
here
to request a copy.
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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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RESOURCE OF THE WEEK
On Saturday morning, beloved friends from Sesame Street asked questions and had conversations with others in this town-hall format with the hopes of explaining racism to children. Children AND adults can learn a lot in this fun, informative video. Click here to watch the video in its entirety.
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Inter-generational Sunday School kits for June were distributed to 18 families last week! Kits contain S'mores, paper crafts, pinwheels, tealights, table décor, blueberry Jello, and more, for these two lessons:
- God speaks in a gentle whisper to Elijah
- Jesus calms the wind and the sea
Activities can be shared throughout the week, and those who choose, may join for Sunday afternoon Zoom calls by age level.
(These are a one-time registration for all summer.)
Watch for more information about
July Sunday School kits.
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COVID-19 PRAYER CONCERNS
Front Line Healthcare Workers
Treating COVID-19 Patients
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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June 28 |
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
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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