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Sunday, November 10
Worship 8:30 and 11:00 a.m.
Dr. Stephen Kellough
The Upside Down Kingdom of God
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Thank you to the many people who have already committed their generosity of resources. We have received 174 pledges to date, and will be providing a further update soon. If you have not yet done so, we invite you to prayerfully fill out a 2020 Generosity Card, available in the church office or
online. As we move into a season of gratitude, we give thanks to God for the generosity on display at First Pres.
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Conversations About Sacred Music
Sundays, November 10 and 17
9:45 - 10:45 a.m. in Stewart Hall 102-103
Please join Director of Music Ministry, Kedrick Armstrong, as he guides a two-week adult education class about the role of sacred music in today's church. The class surveys everything from renaissance music of the early church to the contemporary music of Hillsong, and discuss where our church might be heading in the future. Come prepared with your questions and thoughts, ready to discover more about the massive breadth of church music.
Childcare is provided.
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Matthew 25
Sunday, November 24
9:45 - 10:45 a.m. in Stewart Hall 102-103
As recommend by the mission committee, the session at First Pres recently voted to become a Matthew 25 Church, joining a national denominational initiative. The focus of Mathew 25 is to address congregational vitality, structural racism and systematic poverty. During this informative session, learn how our church can begin to embrace this missional opportunity.
Childcare is provided.
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Wednesday, November 20
Livestream starts at 5:45 p.m. in the Living Room
Free Event
1 Night. 3 Hours. 7 Baby Steps. The livestream of
Financial Peace Live is a one-night-only event, broadcast live across the country. Thousands will gather at host sites in their cities to watch Dave Ramsey and Chris Hogan teach the 7 Baby Steps and show that anyone CAN win with money. Register online
here.
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Deacons' Fall Blood Drive
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Sunday, November 10
8:00 a.m.-12:00 noon in the Ministry Center
Schedule your appointment using the signup sheet at the Welcome Desk after worship or
online.
Appointments will be honored first; walk-ins can sign up at the blood drive.
All presenting donors will receive a $10 Colonial Café Gift Certificate as a special thank you for your donation! Photo ID is required. Thank you for supporting our blood drive. Help us to save lives this fall by coming out and donating. Remember, one donation can save up to THREE LIVES!
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Christmas at the White House
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Theater Production & Afternoon Tea
Sunday, November 17
2:00-4:00 p.m.
Stewart Hall and the Sanctuary
$10 per person
Register by November 10 at the church office or
online
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Christmas at the White House is indeed magical. Jenny Riddle and Elizabeth Doyle share stories of the Presidents’ families through the years, as well as some of their favorite songs. Refreshments will be served. Wonderful for adults and families with children over 5. Child care provided for children under 5. Click
here for more information.
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Nola McCallum / Jennifer Goudreault
Mother Daughter Artists
Through November 30 on the Link
Artists Reception: November 10
Between services from 9:45 – 10:45 a.m.
Mother-Daughter Artists, Nola McCallum and Jennifer Goudreault, share their family’s art from parents, grandparents and great-grandparents.
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First Pres Preschool Priority Enrollment 2020-21
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First Pres Preschool & Pre-K is now accepting priority applications for the 2020-2021 school year. Church members have priority status through November 22, 2019.
For more information or to enroll in the First Pres Preschool, please visit the church
website
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Applications may be submitted to the church office by mail or
email
. To schedule a visit or learn more about the various classes, contact
Chandra Gravit
, Director.
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Fair Exchange Coffee and Tea For Sale This Sunday
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Fair Exchange coffee and tea are served each Sunday and 12-ounce coffee bags are available for sale on the second Sunday of the month. For every pound of Equal Exchange products purchased, Equal Exchange donates 15 cents to the Presbyterian Hunger Program for sustainable farming and community development grants around the world. Click
here to learn more.
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Remember our college age students with a prayer and a care card -
Will deBolt,
Lewis University; Jackson Garner and Samantha Melody,
Marquette University
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Christmas Sharing - Mark your calendar
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Christmas Sharing is Coming December 13 & 14
Mark your calendars and start gathering the most needed items: clothes, toys and coats.
Click
here for more details. Sign up to volunteer
here.
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LOGOS
K – 8th grade
Wednesdays through March 11 from 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Fall activities winding down?
It's never too late to join us!
Invite a friend or neighbor to LOGOS as your guest for an evening! Contact
Lynn for the details.
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Sunday, November 10 – Tonight – Hot Breakfast! Meet us in the kitchen at 9:45 a.m. to make up some waffles, bacon and tots! Then, grab a friend and come back for some WF fun at 6:00 p.m. We’ll play some fun games, have Dip Night at snacks, and a great night of worship, devo and small group.
Save the Dates:
November 26 – Make cookies at Ronald McDonald House
November 27 – Alumni Pie Night
December 15 – Progressive Dinner
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Roseland “Good News” Day Care Center Collections
We will stop collecting items for Roseland “Good News” Day Care Center during November and December. Instead, we will be collecting new and gently used clothing and household goods for Christmas Sharing at our church. After our guests shop at Christmas Sharing, we are able to shop for Ms Pearl, her moms and their kids. Thank you!
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To learn about other ways to serve, click
here
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There are many events, programs and educational opportunities offered at First Pres. Click
here
to view the online calendar.
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Parents and their teens had a blast at Bring Your Parent to WF Night!
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Memorable moments from the Bach and Coffee Community Concert.
It was a packed house!
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First Presbyterian Church of Wheaton
www.firstpreswheaton.org
Phone 630-668-5147
Email:
office@firstpreswheaton.org
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