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First United Weekly Newsletter

January 26, 2023

Our Vision Statement:

We are a welcoming community FIRST UNITED in proclaiming FAITH in Jesus Christ, sharing HOPE for the future, and inspiring LOVE of our neighbors.

"Woe-Be-Gone" Begins a New Year

Spend some time with us this morning (1/26) at 10am for our monthly Woe-Be-Gone Gathering in the Koinonia Lounge. We'd love to have you join us for this monthly supportive time as we read scripture, share, pray, and listen to one another. Everyone's invited!

Do You Have a Favorite Hymn (or Two)?

You're invited to join us for our first Hymn Sing of the new year on Sunday (1/29) at 8:45am. Be thinking of your favorite hymns, then come and call them out that morning. We'll sing as many as we have time for before our worship begins. Come early to enjoy our "last-Sunday-of-the-month" musical gathering!

Plans for Sunday

What does the Lord require of you? Join us this Sunday (1/29) at 9 am and explore with us as we read Micah 6:1-8 and 1 Corinthians 1:18-31 (click to read now). In a world where we can be anything, being kind is important; but really, we should be foolish - "fools for Christ" who act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with God. Hope you'll join us this Sunday.

*This week's Contemporary Christian songs by our Joyful Noise group will be: "One Thing Remains" and "You Are My King". Click on a title for a link to a YouTube video if you want to get more familiar so you can join in more easily during Sunday morning's worship.)

Sunday School at 10:30am for All Ages

*Pre-K to 2nd grade (Room 5)

*3rd to 5th grade (Room 6)

*6th - 12th grade Youth (Middle High Room)

*Adult Class (Koinonia Lounge) - This week, we'll continue "The Grace of Les Miserables" series exploring the story of Fantine. Hugo’s novel looks at the faces of poverty and introduces us to different characters such as Gavroche, the Thenardiers, and Fantine. Do we see the poor? Do we care? Join us Sunday at 10:30am and discover how Christ serves the poor through His ministry and yours.

Our CORE & JAM Youth Group will not be meeting this Sunday due to the joint ski trip to Ski Brule with the youth from First Presbyterian Church, Green Bay. The regular Sunday evening meeting will return the following Sunday.

Tell Us Your Angel Story

Our upper Elementary Sunday School students have been learning about angels, and they would like you to share your story. Please take a look at the bulletin board in the Family Life Center and take a card from the green envelope. Write down your brief “Angel Story” and attach it to the stained glass window with a push pin. Thanks for sharing your story!

Presbyterian Women Update

> The P.W. Papercrafting Group will be meeting on Saturday (1/28) at 10am downstairs in rooms 12/13.

> The P.W. Mission Sewing gathering will take place next Thursday (2/2) at 9am in the Koinonia Lounge.

Adult Bible Study

Join us for the next gathering of our monthly Adult Bible Study coming next Wednesday (2/1) at 10am in the Koinonia Lounge. We'll continue discussing the book of Acts and discover how the early Church navigated the trials and tribulations as it sought to bear witness to Jesus Christ.

Sharing the Love

Our February Agape Drive-Thru Dinner is set for next Wednesday (2/1) at 5:45pm. The menu will include Chop Suey, rice, fresh fruit, and a dessert. Everyone's invited to drive though to pick up free meals while our supplies last. Monetary donations are welcomed but not required. Invite your friends and help us share the love!

Church Volleyball is Back!

Our next Church Volleyball League game will be Friday (1/27) at 6:30pm at Calvary Lutheran Church (1301 S. Ridge Rd.). Contact Rachel O'Brien at 920-217-4581 or rlswanny530@yahoo.com to learn more or to join our team. (*You must be of high school age or older to join.)

Pastors in the Gathering Area

Our Pastors will be available next Thursday (2/2) at 10am for their monthly Pastors in the Gathering Area time. Pastors Luke and Meggan have set this time on the first Thursday of each month to visit with church friends, so stop by and share some time with our Pastors.

Important Meeting Coming Soon

After church on Sunday, February 12, we'll have our Annual Congregational Meeting. The purpose will be to review last year’s work and ministry, approve the Co-Pastors Terms of Call, and present the budget for 2023. Printed copies of the Annual Report will be made available soon in the Narthex.

We look forward to "Building Bridges for Christ" in our community. We encourage you to generously support First United with your pledge of time, talent, and offerings.

Here's How to Donate:

> Drop off donations during worship

> Give electronically: Go to www.firstunitedpc.org and click on "Give Now"

> Mail your check to: First United Presbyterian Church

605 N Webster Ave, De Pere, WI 54115

Please remember to officially reserve rooms you need for your 2023 events and special meetings as soon as possible. Even if it's tentative, it's good to get it on the calendar. We want to avoid conflicts and overlaps as the office is getting more and more reservations and outside rentals for space in our building.

You can always view the latest church calendar on our website (see link below). If you need to book a room, you can fill out the Building Use Form online our website at https://www.firstunitedpc.org/facilities-request-form.html.