Psalm 62:5-8 NIRV

Deaths: The congregation and staff wish to extend their sympathy to the family and friends of Susan Madura. Susan's stepmother, Murl Preble, passed away on June 28. Her mother, Marge Preble, passed away August 11.

Please be sure to click above to view a touching video from the Lakota Youth, in Rapid City, SD. As you may recall, they were the recipients of this year's Lenten Mission Project!

The church library has re-opened, and new books will be added soon! Please return any books you may have checked out prior to its closing.

Rev. Bruce is facilitating a discussion based on the book, "It's Not Supposed to Be This Way". The goal of our time together will be, as the Study Guide says, "finding unexpected strength when disappointment leaves you shattered". The Sessions are on Wednesdays from 10:30 to 11:30 am. The 6-week study will end on September 21. If you can't make all of the sessions, you can come to the one(s) that fit your schedule. If there is enough interest, we will offer an evening group as well. To sign up, call the church office at 419.756.3046.

Community Family Fun Night, Saturday, Aug. 27th from 5:30-7:30 PM. This is a free event offering food, games, and a live presentation from the Ohio Bird Sanctuary. Following the event, the fun continues with a Rocky Railway VBS overnighter: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4xS48-KihC0 

Harmony House will be the recipient of this year's VBS Service Project. Harmony House provides emergency housing, food and supportive services to individuals and families in the Mansfield area who are homeless. We are asking members of the congregation to help support this project by bringing much needed items to the church between August 14 and August 28. Below is a list of items to bring:

Baskets will be available at the various entrances to the chapel and sanctuary for your donated items. Thank you for your support!

The FCC Youth will begin selling mums THIS Sunday, August 14. Orders will be accepted through Sunday, September 4. Mums are $8 each or 2/$15. We cannot guarantee specific colors. Flowers will be delivered to the church and available for pick-up on Sept. 11 following the worship service. Order forms are located outside the entrances to the chapel and sanctuary or in the church office. Thank you for supporting the FCC Youth!

Chancel Choir will resume rehearsals on Wednesday, August 31, at 6:30 pm. Anyone who wishes to join us, please contact Dirk Eachus (deachus@columbus.rr.com) or 419.989.1950 at your earliest convenience.

The book discussion group will meet Monday, September 19, at 1 pm, in Blymyer Hall. The group will be discussing the book, American Dirt by Jeanine Cummins. Everyone is invited to join the conversation! A complete list of books the group will be discussing is available in the church office.

Deacons Meeting - First Thursday of every month, 5:30 pm, Sauter Meeting Room.

Church Council Meeting - Second Tuesday of every month, 5:00 pm, Sauter Meeting Room.

Trustees Meeting - Third Tuesday of every month, 5:30 pm, Sauter Meeting Room.

We are NOT accepting rummage at this time. We will let you know when collection resumes. Thank you!

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