Bible Study and Prayer THIS SUNDAY October 10th at 10:00 am (No In-Person Worship Service)
We hope you join us via Zoom THIS Sunday at 10:00 am as Pastor Amy leads us for a time of Bible study and prayer.
Meeting ID: 819 0136 6851
Dial in: 312 626 6799
We will not be meeting for in-person worship this Sunday in response to a reported Covid case last Sunday, October 3. Please watch for more information on Monday regarding in-person gatherings during the following week.
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COVID-19 Testing Options
If you are feeling ill, there are multiple low cost or free options to get tested. Some of them are also extremely accessible. Click on the link HERE (or enter into your website search bar: https://coronavirus.iowa.gov/pages/testing-locations) to find out where you can be tested based on your location.
There are several COVID-19 testing options available, including community and at-home testing.
· Health care providers may charge insurance for their time.
· Private labs may charge insurance or a flat fee.
· Other tests can be purchased from a pharmacy or other retailer to be done at home.
You can also go to any urgent care location to be tested.
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Peacemaking Offering
Last week, we celebrated World Communion Sunday and collected money for the Peace and Global Witness Offering. Thank you to all who have already contributed.
Through participation in the Peace and Global Witness Offering, we commit to building a more just and peaceful world. 25% of the offering will stay with our congregation to be given to Friends of the Family. Friends of the Family provides advocacy services for victims of domestic abuse, sexual assault, human trafficking and homelessness.
It's not too late to give! We will be collecting this offering through Monday, October 11. If you would like to mail in an offering please mark it as Peacemaking. Thank you again for your generosity!
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First Church Book Club
Please join the book club on Thursday, October 14th. The club is currently reading "Eternal" by Lisa Scottoline, to be discussed at this meeting. We will be meeting at The Market at Jorgenson Plaza at the Western Home South Campus, 5307 Caraway Lane in Cedar Falls, at 9:30am. If you are familiar with Gilmore's Pub, it is sort of an extension of the Pub. Counter service starts at 10:00 am. Coffee or other beverages will be available and muffins and sweet rolls.
Next up: "Little Faith" by Nickolas Butler.
If you are interested in joining, please reach out to Mary Kabel for more information!
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Presbyterian Women Meeting
The PW will be meeting this month on Wednesday, October 20th from 9:30-11:30 am in Calvin Hall.
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Meeting of the Congregation
The congregation will meet after the worship service on Sunday, October 31, for the purpose of electing new church officers and changing the church by-laws to reduce the number of church options. A more complete plan and slate of officers will be forthcoming. Please mark your calendars.
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New Banner Series
Please note the debut of two new banners hanging on the organ pipes in celebration of World Communion Sunday. They are part of a new series of banners created by the Banner Brigade. Four new banners were created over the past 2 years and include a Cross; The Trinity; Alpha and Omega; and a Chalice and Wheat. The Chalice and Wheat and The Cross are currently being displayed. The other two banners will be hung at a later time. Members of the Banner Brigade include: Jackie Bass, Evelyn Boice, Marie Fernau, Mary Mumm, and Jan Schwab.
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Love Our Neighbors! Volunteer Opportunities
1) Become a virtual conversation partner and help an English Language Learner (ELL) student practice and improve English through conversations. Hawkeye College's Van G. Miller Center will provide training and support. Conversations may include anything of interest (culture, hobbies, family, everyday life). However, politics and religion may not be discussed because this is a government program. This is a vital program for those new to our community. You will be fulfilling an important role in someone's life.
2) The Waterloo Schools are seeking volunteers 55 years or older to be Reading Buddies with children in first grade who are participating in the Reading Recovery program. The time commitment is once or more a week. The time and day of the visit is determined by the volunteer and the teacher. Be an important part of a young person's learning.
For more information or to volunteer contact Jean Seeland, 319-493-2015.
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Mission Opportunities
There are two mission opportunities upcoming through the North Central Presbytery.
December 4-10, 2021: Mission Delegation to US-Mexico Border
Your are invited to join Presbyterians from across Iowa on a mission delegation to the US-Mexico Border. This delegation is planned in partnership with Frontera de Cristo, one of five Presbyterian Border Region Ministries. We will worship with and be in mutual mission with brothers and sisters in the Presbyterian Church in Agua Preita, and experience life and ministry along the US-Mexico border. The cost is $750 per person plus airfare. Register online at https://presbynciowa.org/frontera-de-cristo-application
March 3-16, 2022: Mission Study Israel-Palestine
Join Presbyterians from across Iowa as we visit biblical sites, meet local Christians and church leaders as well as representatives from the Jewish and Muslim communities and learn about the Israel-Palestine conflict and peacemaking and reconciliation efforts. The cost is $2,750 for double occupancy (single occupancy available at a higher cost) plus airfare. Scholarships available. Register online at https://presbynciowa.org/israel-palestine
Flyers available in the church office
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Live Streaming Worship
We are still working to live stream our worship services! Some of our equipment ended up on back order. However, equipment has been delivered now and we are moving forward with installation and other details. We are close to offering online options for worship. We will certainly let you know when things are up and running. Previously recorded church services continue to be available on the Vimeo website, located here: https://vimeo.com/user93382018
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Book Study of Caste: The Origins of Our Discontent by Isabel Wilkerson
Our church is participating in the Cedar Valley Book Read of Caste by Isabel Wilkerson. Starting Monday, October 18, we will meet for 4 weeks at noon in Calvin Hall. You can feel free to bring a lunch.
October 18 - Chapters 1 and 2
October 25 - Chapters 3 and 4
November 1 - Chapters 5 and 6
November 8 - Chapters 7 and 8
Participants have been asked to purchase the book on their own and read ahead for discussion. Drop ins are still welcome! Please let Pastor Amy know if you need help purchasing the book.
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2021-22 Knowing Your Neighbor Series:
“Loving Others / Worship Practices”
The Cedar Valley Interfaith Council is hosting a three part series as an opportunity to hear multiple faith traditions ways of caring for others, especially others different than ourselves. Also a few basic worship practices will be shared. Presentations are made at each faith community's place of worship in order to bolster understanding.
October 10th SESSION 1 PRESENTATIONS
3:00— St. Edwards Catholic Church
1423 Kimball Avenue Waterloo, IA
4:00— Payne Memorial AME
1044 Mobile St, Waterloo, IA
October 17th SESSION 2 PRESENTATIONS
3:00— Masjid Al-Noor Masque
2110 Sager Ave., Waterloo, Iowa
4:00— First United Methodist Church
718 Clay Street, Cedar Falls, Iowa
October 24th SESSION 3 – Q&A
3:00 to 4:45 St. John Lutheran
715 College Street, Cedar Falls
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Join the Choirs!
It's never too late to join a choir! If you have musical interest and would like to participate in worship, please consider joining the bell choir or sanctuary choir. If you'd like more information, please call the office or contact Tyler Gajewsky or Melody Steed.
Bell Choir Rehearsal, Wednesdays 6:00-6:45 pm
Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal, Wednesdays 7:00-8:00 pm
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Tuesday Morning Bible Study
Please join us this Tuesday, October 12th, at 9am in Calvin Hall. All are welcome! Coffee will be provided. We will be looking at the upcoming sermon text. We hope you can join us!
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Sunday Coffee Fellowship Before Worship at 8:45am
Please join us each Sunday at 8:45am before the worship service for fellowship in Calvin Hall. Coffee will be served.
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Pastor On Leave
Pastor Amy will be on leave Sunday, October 17th.
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Committee Meetings
Nominating Team: Mon. Oct. 11th at 10:00
Mission and Outreach: Postponed
Stewardship & Finance: Tue. Oct. 12th at Noon, in the church office
Christian Nurture & Fellowship: Tue. Oct. 12th at 2:30 pm
Deacons: Tue. Oct. 12th at 6:00 pm
Session: Tue. Oct 19th at 6:00 pm
All meetings in Calvin Hall unless otherwise noted
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Records Update
If you have any personal information that has changed, such as a new address, a new phone number, phone number no longer in use, or a child's address which has changed due to attending college, please call or email the update(s) to Amber in the office. amber@1stpresby.org or 319-233-6145.
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October Church Calendar Print Version
If you would like a version of the October church calendar to print for your records, please click to access the calendar here.
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Pulpit Flower Volunteers Needed
We are once again accepting donations of flower arrangements for our Sunday Services. We currently have openings on October 24th, 31st, November 28th, December 5th and 26th. If you would like to donate, please contact Amber in the office to find a date that works for you. You can call the office or email Amber directly. 319-233-6145 or amber@1stpresby.org. Alternatively, you can let Nancy Valentine know on Sundays after service and she will relay your information to Amber. Thank you!
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Church Prayer List
With Our Sympathy:
Susanne "Sue" Roberts passed away early Wednesday morning, October 6th. We pray for comfort and peace for her family.
New to the Prayer List:
Sue Roberts, hospice care, Julie Clarke, for health concerns; Cindy Trepp who is dealing with back pain
Ongoing/Continuing Prayers:
George Day, who has pneumonia; Lynda Cose, heart concerns; Sheryl Berry-Rudic who broke her hip and her femur in two places; Marsha Platt, healing after surgery and for any other treatment decisions; Dee May, recovering at daughter's house; Marsha Muir recovering following knee replacement surgery; Barbara Benskin's brother, Bill Brenton, who has had a stroke; Ruth Meade broke her wrist and is dealing with eye issues; Pam Terrell, dealing with health issues at home; Joe Fernau, son of Marie Fernau, who has been diagnosed with lymphoma; Mable, great-granddaughter of Skip and Judy Mulock and their family, struggling with health issues; Steve Miller, ongoing health issues
Add to the Prayer List
Click HERE to submit a prayer request online. Our pastors will be praying for you and sharing concerns with the congregation as requested.
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Church Family Birthdays
We celebrate our members with birthdays in October. If you get a chance, please join us in wishing them a very happy birthday!
October
01 Katie Swallow
04 Isabelle Whyte
05 JoEllen Pruis
10 Emmalea Steere
11 Kimberly Jessen
13 Jerry Anders, Murtis Smith
14 Robert Dew
19 Polly Sorenson
26 Gloria Frerichs
27 Sue Albright
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Office Hours: M-Th 9:00am to 4:00pm
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