Straight to the Point
August 23, 2022
From the Bridge Pastor

As always, the days and weeks move too quickly and we suddenly find ourselves near the endof another month. Perhaps time moves even more quickly when we are getting ready for aspecial event…such as a vacation. Jane and I will be traveling to Seattle to visit family and friends. In the event of a pastoral emergency, please call the office and Michael will notify the pastor I have secured to cover for me.

Vacations are a good thing. We all need time to get away from our usual routine and take the opportunity to relax and enjoy time away. Jesus often got away from the crowds to make timefor himself and God. He set the example that we should follow, especially those of us who likely to overextend ourselves.
With another schoolyear beginning, I hope that all parents and kids were able to take that time before the busyness of that routine makes it more difficult to get away.

As always, if you are someone you know would benefit from a pastoral visit, please call the office, and let Michael or me know.

In Christ,
Pastor Del
Pastor's Office Closed

The Pastor's office will be closed from Wednesday 8/24 until it reopens next Thursday 9/1.
 Canceled-Rummage Cleanup-Canceled

The rummage cleanup scheduled for next Wednesday evening, August 24, has been postponed. 
Jan Nowlen and Pam Ridgway
Endowment Funds Withdrawal

The Council voted at the August Council Meeting to withdraw $30,000 from the Endowment to cover church expenses as approved by the Congregation at the January 23, 2022 Congregational Meeting. At the Annual Meeting the Congregation approved withdrawing up to $180,000 over the next 12 months to cover church expenses as needed. This is the first time the Council has had to draw funds from the Endowment to cover expenses. We are hoping that offerings will increase again this fall and we will not have to draw any more funds from the Endowment.
Moving-On Box Ministry

In supporting the 'gift' of moving on, we fill lives with hope and household essentials for those leaving transitional housing at Safe Place and Welcome Home.

Current MOB Needs:
bubble wrap (any old packaging to help wrap plates, glasses, etc)
bath towels
cake pans
can openers
3-quart saucepans
pot holders
small plastic glasses
toasters
 Dick Owens
Kelley McCarthy 
Ben Hart
Ron Holmberg
Carole Baker
Jay Rosenberg
Ken Cleveland
Thank You, Volunteers!

A big "thank you" goes out to our volunteers who helped with services this week.

Fill in Minister-Todd Siefker
Worship Leader- Eileen Helvig
Live Stream- John Kiernan/Jerrod Kiernan
Sound/Lighting- John Kiernan
 Screen- Jerrod Kiernan

Special Thanks to Our Soloist Billy Danner!
Directory
Managed by the Office
We are using Instant Church Directory. Printed versions of our directory are available in the narthex or by request. Please inform the office of any directory updates that you would like to include for yourself or your family. You can also pick up one of the directory update forms on the table outside the church office or find it on our website.

To access the directory online visit members.instantchurchdirectory.com and you should be able to create a login using the email listed in the church directory. If you need any help accessing the directory or would like a copy emailed to you, contact the church office for assistance.
Join Us

We invite you to engage and strengthen your faith with these practices:

THE PRACTICE OF WORSHIP: Live Streamed on Facebook and Youtube, and recorded
We Live Stream our Sunday morning worship service via the church’s page on Facebook and Youtube at 10:30am on Sunday mornings. Every service is recorded and available to play at any time on those platforms. If you have trouble, please don’t hesitate to reach out to the church for help. 
 
THE PRACTICE OF LEARNING: Zoom learning sessions each week 9:30 a.m. each Sunday.
Engage your mind in learning through theological reflection, asking hard questions about God and life, and test your embedded theology to see if that where you want to be.
A Closing note about ZOOM:
If you don’t have the ability or the equipment to use Zoom or Facebook to participate in these practices, please call the office. We will be happy to help you find a solution to fully participate in the life of the church.

Link to our Youtube where you can watch our services live and recordings of past services:
Click HERE
FCUCC Finances for July 2022
Updates from Church Treasurer
Giving last month amounted to $10,629, from mail-in, online giving, and Sunday offerings.

You can help us stay on track by mailing in your check or setting up an automatic payment from your bank. You can also contribute through a simple app called Tithe.ly. 
        Tithe.ly is our online, app and web-based giving system. It's convenient because it:
  • Accepts debit, credit or bank account info
  • Can be set up for a one-time payment, or automatic regular payments
  • Can be changed at any time (there are no contracts or commitments)
Go to http://get.tithe.ly to sign up online, or download the app on any iPhone/Apple or Android device.
Remember to Support FCUCC Financially During this Time!
Church Office Hours

Sunday 11:30am-3:30pm
Monday-Thursday 9am-1pm


Pastor Del's Office Hours

Monday 9am-12pm, 1pm-4pm
Tuesday 2pm-5pm
Wednesday 2pm-5pm
Thursday 9am-12pm, 1pm-4pm

During posted hours, Pastor Del might be called to visit someone in the hospital or who is homebound. It will be a good idea to call ahead to ensure that he is available for an in-person visit.

Church Staff:

Rev. Del Olivier

Michael Danner, Church Office/Organist

Todd Siefker, Intergenerational Coordinator

Jim McCrory, Custodian

Jessica Orr, Nursery Coordinator
Church Contact Information

(712) 239-3385

Pastor Contact Information

(712)-574-8292



Also, Pastor Del will be available for emergencies in addition to office hours. Please call his cell phone at (712) 490-6510.



pastor@firstcongregational.net

office@firstcongregational.net

tsiefker@gmail.com

building@firstcongregational.net

jessica.orr@hotmail.com
4600 Hamilton Boulevard
Sioux City, IA 51104
(712) 239-3385