Pastor Kellen’s 5th Anniversary
This Sunday, June 26 is Pastor Kellen’s 5th anniversary as Pastor/Head of Staff at First Pres after beginning his ministry in 2017! We are grateful for his preaching, leadership, and pastoral care in our congregation. Let us give thanks to God for his ministry and his family, Sarah, Hadley, Hudson and baby girl arriving this summer. Consider writing a note or care card in appreciation and sending it to him as a celebration of his ministry. Plan to come to worship this Sunday when we will have a reception in his honor after the service.
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Maryna and Yarik from Ukraine in Worship
In light of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, our congregation has been generous in responding to such great need. We have recently been able to offer our support closer to home. Our own Facility Manager, Scott Rice, has just welcomed family members Maryna and Yarik who have fled from the violence in Ukraine. This week during worship, we will have an opportunity to meet them and hear their story. Make plans to come for this special moment this Sunday.
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Retold: Sunday School Stories You Thought You Knew
This summer series takes a closer look at the Sunday school stories we are most familiar with, either from teaching them or being taught them when we were kids. As we zoom in for a closer examination of these stories, we will see how they fit into God’s overall story in the Bible and how they inform our understanding of the gospel.
Week 3 – Samuel 17:1–58
David and Goliath
Sunday, June 26
10:30 a.m. Sanctuary and Livestream
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In case you missed last week's worship,
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Pastor’s Bible Study
Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. in Stewart Hall
This week: Romans 4
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Opportunity To Help
Earlier this year our congregation generously supported an effort to provide Welcome Packs for refugees from war and unrest. By doing so we supported our Mission partner Exodus World Relief.
We have another incredible opportunity to serve victims of war, and this opportunity is very close to us. Scott Rice, our Facilities Manager on staff, has family directly affected by the war in Ukraine. After relentless effort, his family members have arrived and are able to live with Scott’s family for two years. They arrived with little in the way of possessions and clothing. Maryna and Yarik could use our support in a time of need.
How can you help?
You can buy items (new please) from the list in the link below and drop them off at the Church Office with a gift receipt, if possible. As an alternative, you can drop a gift card to the office for “Maryna,” send a check to the church with “Maryna” in the memo or give online selecting “Mission for Maryna” in the drop-down menu to properly direct your contribution. The Mission Committee will shop to make sure Maryna and Yarik receive what they need.
Thank you for your generosity and support of people in need.
The Mission Committee
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3 Mile Walk for the Homeless
Saturday, June 25 – 8:30-10:00 a.m.
Hosted by the People's Community Church
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First Light Men’s Collaborative
Meeting in person on Saturdays
7:00 a.m. in downtown Wheaton
Are you looking for an opportunity for fellowship and study with other faith-filled men? "First Light" is a great opportunity for exploring your personal faith with others. Join us under the tent on Saturdays at 7:00 a.m. in downtown Wheaton by the Egg’lectic Café restaurant on Wesley and Hale Street. It's time to get back together again!
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Kids Ministry
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Join us for Summer Sunday School! Children will attend church with their families and be invited to come down to Sanctuary Hall just before the sermon to join us for Sunday School. The children will not return to the church service, so please pick them up in Sanctuary Hall after the service concludes. For more information about Summer Sunday School and other upcoming Kids Ministry events, visit our welcome table in the Rotunda before the service.
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July Family Event: Bring Your Own Picnic! Friday, July 8, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Families are invited to join us on the church lawn for a bring your own picnic dinner and some fun family activities. This is an open house event, so feel free to come and go as you please. Hope to see you there!
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Genesis – Middle School Ministry
- The Genesis Summer Schedule will be coming out soon!
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WF – High School Ministry
- The WF summer mission trip is this week in Moorhead, MN.
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Office Volunteers
We are in need of Office Volunteers to lend a hand in the church office on Mondays through Fridays. Volunteers work in four-hour shifts from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. or 12:30-4:30 p.m. only one (1) shift per week. Responsibilities include: answering phones, updating church calendar, proofreading materials, greeting visitors, coordinating mailings, etc. It is a rewarding way to get involved with the church! If you are interested, please contact Debbie Veal or call the church office at 630-668-5147.
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Check the First Pres calendar regularly for updates.
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Church Office Summer Hours:
Monday through Thursday – 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Friday – 8:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
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