August 25th, 2022

Pastor Connection

Hebrews 13:1-8, 15-16


Let mutual love continue. Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by doing that some have entertained angels without knowing it. Remember those who are in prison, as though you were in prison with them; those who are being tortured, as though you yourselves were being tortured. Let marriage be held in honor by all, and let the marriage bed be kept undefiled; for God will judge fornicators and adulterers. Keep your lives free from the love of money, and be content with what you have; for he has said, "I will never leave you or forsake you." So we can say with confidence, "The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can anyone do to me?"


Remember your leaders, those who spoke the word of God to you; consider the outcome of their way of life, and imitate their faith. Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.


Through him, then, let us continually offer a sacrifice of praise to God, that is, the fruit of lips that confess his name. Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have, for such sacrifices are pleasing to God.

Upcoming Guest Pastors and Service Time Change


On August 28, we will have the pleasure of hearing Rev. Christine Kaplunas preach. Watch for next week’s Pastor Connection to read about plans for September. 


Please note that we will continue to worship at 11 a.m. THIS Sunday, but will return to our traditional 10 a.m. time frame in September.

September Information


Be prepared to set your alarms - no more snoozing in on Sunday mornings! We will be worshiping at 10 a.m. beginning September 4th.


We have a great worship service planned for September 4th. Linda Wiles will lead us in a hymn sing. Be prepared to request your favorite hymn and please sit towards the front so we truly have a community hymn sing.


On September 11th we will welcome Rev. Kent Leydens to our pulpit. Rev. Leydens is a Presbyterian minister who is currently the chaplain for MercyOne.


Rev. David Feltman will be in the pulpit on September 18th. We look forward to and are grateful for Rev. Feltman's ministry with us from September to May.

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention


Northeast Iowa Area Agency on Aging will be hosting a Tai Chi class here at the First Presbyterian Church gym. The class will run Tuesdays and Thursdays from September 20 - November 17 from 2:00-2:45 p.m. To register call Missy Anders at 319-231-1623 or email manders@nei3a.org.


Classes are offered on a $4.00 per class suggested donation for those aged 60 and over. For participants under age 60 there will be a $4.00 per class charge.

NAMI Peer-to-Peer Education Program


Free Mental Health Education Program, Thursdays, Sep. 22 - Nov 10, from 6-8 pm. Held at First Congregational Church, 608 W. 4th St. Waterloo.

The deadline to register is Thu., Sep. 8th.


  • A scripted class created by the national office and offered around the country
  • A weekly eight-session recovery-focused course for adults with mental health conditions
  • A class that helps people in a confidential and safe environment
  • A program led by trained and certified peers with mental health conditions
  • A great resource for information on mental health and recovery
  • A course that offers respect, understanding, encouragement, and hope
  • A class that builds on the strength and resilience of participants


To register or for further questions, please contact Leslie Cohn at 319-235-5263, or namibh@qwestoffice.net

Register to Vote


Have you moved? Do you know someone who has? Would you like to register to vote? There are voter registration forms on the counter in the office, or you can click HERE to access a digital copy. Please take and fill out. Then send to this address:


Black Hawk County Courthouse

Courthouse Room 210

316 E. 5th St.

Waterloo, IA 50703

Directory Information Update


Amber will be preparing an updated directory soon. If you have any changes that need to be made, such as address, phone number, or email, please email amber@1stpresby.org or call the church office at 319-233-6145.

Updated Church Directory


An updated church directory is now available! There are printed copies available in the church office. Updated April 2022. If you need one mailed or emailed, please reach out to Amber in the church office, 319-233-6145, or email amber@1stpresby.org.

Tuesday Morning Bible Study


Please join us this Tuesday, August 30th, at 9am AT Dan Davis' home, 715 Central Ave. Apt. 108, Evansdale. All are welcome! Coffee will be provided. We hope you can join us!

LIVE STREAMING WORSHIP Now Available!


We are now live streaming our Worship Services EVERY Sunday! The stream will start at 11:00 am on Sundays, and you can view it live on our YouTube channel wherever you have internet access!


If you are unable to watch the service live, the video will be recorded and you can watch at any time by clicking on the video on the YouTube page. The link is (Click Here) bit.ly/1stpresby


You can also find the link to the YouTube page on the church website.


Click HERE for the bulletin.


We look forward to worshiping with you every week!


PLEASE NOTE: We will continue to meet IN PERSON at the church every week on Sunday at 11:00 am.

Pulpit Flower Volunteers Needed


We are once again accepting donations of flower arrangements for our Sunday Services. We currently have openings all of September and beyond. 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.orgAlternatively, you can let Nancy Valentine know on Sundays after service and she will relay your information to Amber. Thank you!

Church Prayer List


New to the Prayer List:

Dee May, who has been diagnosed with Parkinson's and has moved to LaPorte City Specialty Care; Joe Fernau continues to fight cancer and has had a setback in his treatments, and will start a new round of chemo shortly.


Ongoing/Continuing Prayers:

Christa Moravek, Stan and Diane Ernster's daughter, who is having health issues; George Day, who has been diagnosed with pneumonia; Sue Albright is recovering at home after she had her left shoulder replaced Tuesday July 6th, with 4-6 months of rehab to follow; Dan Davis, who fell and broke his femur, followed by surgery to repair it, recovering at home as of Friday 7/29; Pat Narey, Kari O. Narey's husband, recovering at home from complications from his foot surgeries in February; Betty Wexter, dealing with health issues; Don Broadston's friend, Jean Singer, struggling with lung health problems; Richard Gajewsky, Tyler's grandfather, who was recently diagnosed with cancer; Sam Christensen, recovering from a severe fall at the Med Center in Friendship Village; Janice and Paul Graham, Jennifer Lightbody's parents, who are dealing with health issues- especially Paul who recently fell and severed a vertebrae; Sara Wexter, Betty's daughter-in-law, recently diagnosed with a severe health condition; Mable, great-granddaughter of Skip and Judy Mulock and their family, struggling with health issues; Steve Miller, ongoing health issue


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.

Church Family Birthdays


We celebrate our members with birthdays in

August. If you get a chance, please join us in wishing them a very happy birthday!


August

02 Liz Poole

04 Danielle Deserano

05 Nicole Jamieson

06 Courtney Pilcher; Kira Sommerlot

07 Chris Bass; Betty Wexter

13 Larry Lightbody

14 Ryan McDowell

15 Marsha Platt

17 Connie Dawson

19 Craig Sage

20 Kevin Deserano; Marsha Muir

21 Bryce Bowers; Judy Lee

22 Megan Schellhorn

24 Lucas Robinson

26 Stephen Quirk

27 Kari Narey; Mallory Sage

29 Pat Narey

30 Dennis Bunger; Will Kabel; Jennifer Lightbody; Megan Wheelock




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