Our mission is to
inspire
people to faith in Jesus Christ,
nurture
disciples of Christ, and
serve
the world that God loves to the glory of God.
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A Church for Every Generation
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This week, your FPC pastors attended a half-day clergy convocation at Richmond Hill, an ecumenical urban retreat center in the city. The topic was
Seeking Common Ground: A Multi-Generational Conversation on Faith. The keynote speaker and three panelists who responded to her address were all members of the Millennial Generation, those born between between 1981 and 2000. We were reminded that Millennials are the most diverse generation, are digital natives, hold the largest share of the current work force, are the most educated but the least compensated, and that they have the least affiliation with religious institutions of any adult generation in our country...
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This Sunday: October 20, 2019
8:45 am Open Door Worship - Recreation Room
11:00 am Worship - Sanctuary
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“Unraveled by Uncertainty”
Amy Starr Redwine
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Through November 24
What happens when our world falls apart? How do we press onward when our tightly-knit plans unravel into loose threads? What do we become when our identity—or the path we’re on—comes undone? What if all of this is not the end we fear it will be?
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One of the Stewardship Committee’s goals this year is that more of our members will experience the joy of boundless generosity. We not only want to reach our financial goal; we also want to see an increase in the total number of members who make a pledge. Our records list
957 pledging units on our rolls. A pledging unit represents a family, whether that family is made up of one individual or multiple family members. Over the last several years we have averaged about
400 pledging units who make a pledge to support our ministries. To date,
271 individuals or families have made a pledge for 2020. Thank you to all who have responded so quickly.
If you plan to make a financial pledge for 2020 but have not done so, please make it as soon as possible at
fpcrichmond.org/boundless, or by calling Carolyn at the church office (358-2383). Thank you.
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ATTENTION FPC! Childsavers has canceled our Learn & Serve scheduled for this Saturday, 10/19.
The volunteer coordinator has unfortunately been injured and cannot be there on that day to help us. We were thrilled by our congregation's support of this opportunity. Please be on the lookout for information about rescheduling this for the spring and our upcoming Learn & Serve during Advent.
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Discover First is a class for anyone who wants to learn more about FPC. Maybe you are ready to join our congregation? Great, this class is for you. Maybe you are still seeking and just want to learn a bit more about the church? This class is for you too! After the class, participants will have the option to become members.
Join us
this Sunday, October 20, from 4 to 7 pm, for dinner and a chance to ask questions and meet other inquirers, as well as pastors, volunteers, and staff. Sign up at
fpcrichmond.org/df.
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Sing with the Men's Choir October 27
Attention men of FPC! Come and join the fun of singing in Men’s Choir, Sunday, October 27, at 11:00 am. This is a great opportunity for men who like to sing, but can't regularly join the Chancel Choir. Rehearsal is Wednesday night, October 23 from 6:00 - 6:45. Sunday morning call time will be 9:45 to warm-up, rehearse our anthem and have a light breakfast before singing in worship! If you have any questions, contact
Suzanne Riehl.
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Adult Sunday School Classes
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Diving Deeper
Join us in the Rec Room/Open Door worship space for a deeper exploration of the scriptures and themes of each Sunday.
Amy Starr Redwine and
Sandy Irby facilitate this class, which features multimedia content and lively conversation! All are welcome and prior attendance is never required.
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"A Migrant Syrian Was My Father"
(Deut 26:5)
Covenant Class - Room 218
With
Dr. Mark Biddle. In an effort to contribute to a balanced consideration of how US immigration policy based on truths and morals might look, this study will examine dueling contentions in the contemporary debate with regard to whether they recognize reality while at the
same time honoring Christian values.
Mark Biddle is a Hebrew Bible Scholar, Teacher, and Preacher.
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Preparing for a Third Century: The Virginia Museum of History & Culture
PW Luncheon & Program - November 5
Jamie O. Bosket, became the President and CEO of the newly named museum, Virginia Museum of History & Culture in 2017 and is the youngest museum director ever to serve in Richmond.
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FPC Supper & Book Discussion
Tuesday, November 19 from 6-8pm, Fellowship Hall
Book discussion:
Inspired
by Rachel Held Evans
Join us for our inaugural FPC Supper & Book Discussion — a relaxed evening of food and friendship and conversation. We will gather occasionally for a yummy dinner and a chance to reflect together on faith and life through literature, film, art and maybe a podcast or two. Our first discussion will be based on Rachel Held Evans' book,
Inspired: Slaying Giants, Walking on Water, and Loving the Bible Again. You can read it in paperback or listen to the author read it on Audible. And even if you can't read the whole book - PLEASE COME! Child care will be provided. We will eat together and then after dinner break up into small discussion groups.
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Amy's Bible Study will not be held on Wednesday, October 23.
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Prayers
If you have a joy or concern that we may lift up in prayer,
please contact
Rev. Mary Kay Collins.
If you are in immediate need of pastoral care, call the church office (358-2383). During night and weekend hours, your call will be transferred to the pastor on call.
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Grief Support Group Cancelled for this Fall. Due to only a couple of participants signing up, we will not hold the Grief Support Group this Fall. If you are interested in a workshop in the future, please let
Deacon Stephanie Purser and/or
Rev. Mary Kay Collins know.
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FPC to Host PoJ PW Fall Gathering
Join the Presbyterian Women of the Presbytery of the James for their Fall Gathering on November 2. This is a time for women from all the churches of the Presbytery to gather together for fellowship and inspiration. Our keynote speaker is Amy Starr Redwine.
Learn more and sign up here.
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FPC Deacons Focus on Mental Health
During October, several national organizations recognize mental health awareness. The Deacons of FPC, in our desire to provide Compassionate Ministry to this congregation and community, have added a mental health education and awareness component to our work.
We know this is a serious issue that affects us all. One in five adults will experience mental illness this year. We want to help fight its stigma, while educating ourselves and the congregation.
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Children's Sunday School
Four year olds through fifth graders can attend Sunday School from 9:45-10:45 am every week. All children in this age group should be dropped off in Room 205 to enjoy songs and a Bible lesson overview. Shepherds will then escort children to stations.
Attention Parents! Please complete our Child Information Form at
tinyurl.com/fpc-child. The information you share will help us provide a safe and comfortable environment for all our families at FPC.
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FPC Youth
Upcoming Youth Events!
- October 20- 9:45 am Bagels & Bibles, 5:00 pm Youth Group (both in Youth Suite)
- October 24- Intermission (9-12 grade dinner & Bible study) 7:00 pm (Location TBD)
- October 27- 9:45 am Bagels & Bibles, 5:00 pm Youth Group (both in Youth Suite)
- October 29- 6:00 pm Gal's Dinner at El Caporal
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Nov. 1-3 at FPC: Fri. 8am–2pm, Sat. 10am–noon, Sun. 9am–noon
Holiday gifts, teacher gifts, items for the home, and more. An easy way to support a transformative ministry in a country that is so often forgotten.
Your purchase makes a difference—we buy handmade goods from Haitian artisans, sell them, and reinvest the profits in
Haiti Child Sponsorship and the Good Shepherd School.
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Volunteer with FPC Youth
Do you have a favorite recipe that feeds plenty? Do you want to feel inspired? Have you ever wondered what Scatterball is? Youth Ministry is looking for volunteers to provide a meal, spend time, and have a ton of fun with our
growing and
vibrant Youth Ministry! Want to know more? Email Wilson Kennedy at
wkennedy@fpcrichmond.org or call the church office. You do not want to miss out!
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