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First Presbyterian Church
Lincolnton NC
Jonah:
"Faith Unexpected "

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We are hitting the 3rd chapter in the book of Jonah and you just cannot make this stuff up. A strange, fantastical farce is getting even weirder. Jonah does what God asks and goes to preach in Nineveh. It seems, however, he does the absolute bare minimum to be able to technically say he did it.

And it works! Jonah's 5 word sermon (8 words in English but you get the point) actually works. The people repent, the king repents, the animals even repent!?! The exceedingly large (like largest ever in history large) heathen city is saved and believes in the God of Israel.

It all seems too easy. Too contrived. To abridged. Too everything! But there we have it. A command, a word, a conversion.
What can we learn about faith, justice and God from these 10 verses? Can this be applied in our world today and if so then to whom?

Join us for worship on Sunday at 10:30 AM as we continue to grapple with the idea of faith through the creative lens of Jonah

Blessings and peace,
Danny
This past Tuesday evening 22 faithful disciples gathered in the fellowship hall for a time of prayer, reflection, brainstorming and bonding. It was an informative and empowering time. Let's do it again!

This Tuesday August 20 th we will have our 2 nd congregational conversation as we look towards the future. It will again take place in the fellowship hall beginning at 6:30 PM and will last no longer than 90 minutes. These meetings are being facilitated by Russ Reighley, pastor of Sherrill’s 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.
Children's Book Shower for Scottie and Danny -
All Welcome To This Church-wide Event

Come Celebrate with the newest grandparents-to-be at First Presbyterian Church! Everyone is invited to stay after worship on August 25th for a light lunch provided by the ladies of the church. We want everyone to “shower” Danny and Scottie Trapp with children’s books to read to their precious grand babies when they come for a visit!
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.
August 18th

Greeters & Offering
John and Pat Carpenter
Worship Alice Gene Abrams
Joyground Anna Gilbert
Children’s Time Jan Duncan
Lockup Sandy Eldridge
Refreshments Myra Jane Ramseur

August 25th

Greeters & Offering
Randy and Ann Hallman
Worship Kathy Robinson
Joyground Adrienne Hodges
Children’s Time Jan Duncan
Lockup John Carpenter
Refreshments Mary Smith

September 1st

Greeters & Offering
John and Pat Carpenter
Worship Kathy Robinson
Joyground Pat Carpenter
Children’s Time Rick Ramseur
Lockup Pam Sipe
Refreshments Alice Gene Abrams
Communion:
Preparation Mary Smith
Servers Jan Duncan and Joe Morgan

I f you cannot serve, please find your own replacement and notify the office of the change.
Mark Eldridge , Sandy Eldridge's husband
Helen Fox, Evelyn Ross' mother
Ralph Freeman
Ann Haire
Judy Holland
Rev. Don Jafvert, Jane Rollin's father
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
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 20th, we will discuss Hebrews 12:3-13 and Jonah 4: 1-11. Feel free to bring lunch or just come as you are for an hour of fellowship and study. – Danny
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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.
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

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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