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.
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Today's Sunday Update
We love seeing so many returning (and new!) faces as we continue to welcome folks back into our Sanctuary for worship services! We also welcome those of you who joined us this morning via live stream on Facebook. During today's service, we read Jeremiah 23:1-6 and Mark 6:30-34 & 53-56 and found Jesus and his disciples trying to take some much-needed time to rest from their work. God's people had other plans for them, just like God often has other plans for us. If you weren't able to join us live, you can always find service recordings on our Facebook page and on our website (*see links at the end of this newsletter).
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From This Week's
"Taking Faith Home"
Read: Psalm 23
It is good to read this beloved psalm, one that many people have known by heart. This intricately woven poem and prayer has only 58 words in the Hebrew language and very few words are repeated. At the very center are the words “for you are with me” (v. 4b). In the beginning, middle, and end of this psalm, the Lord’s presence and care is beautifully announced as part of our journey through life. This is true even—and especially—in our deepest darkness that can sometimes feel like being at the bottom of a valley. God is our shepherd who provides safety and comfort. In an ancient world that accentuated social honor and shame—experiences still very much with us today—our divine shepherd even leads us to a place of honor at a banquet before those who would shame us. Nothing but safety, comfort, and honor pursue God’s people. God is our shepherd. Jesus is the Good Shepherd. We, as ambassadors of Jesus, shepherd one another each and every day to offer safety, comfort, and honor all the days of our lives. When have you felt the presence of the Lord as your shepherd?
Prayer
Shepherding God, give us peace, safety, and good courage to go out with compassion to shepherd others through Christ Jesus our Lord. Amen.
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Our “Taking Faith Home” publication is a great resource for exploring your faith all through the week. It provides daily readings, prayers, devotions, and service opportunities following the weekly lectionary readings. Click here for this week's complete new edition.
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Have You Tried Our Sunday Bike Rides?
For the ninth summer, our Sunday Bike Rides are providing a great way to exercise and enjoy some time with church friends. This afternoon (7/18) at 4pm, you're invited to meet at the G.B East High back parking lot by the tennis courts to ride the Baird Creek Trail. For all the details and the complete schedule for the rest of the summer, check our church website.
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Devotion in the Garden Returns for July
You're invited to join our third Eat, Pray, & Blossom devotional gathering in our church garden this Wednesday, July 21. Everyone's invited to bring a lawn chair and a light supper to enjoy some fellowship time together beginning at 5:45pm. Then around 6:15pm, we'll share a 20-30 minute devotional time led by Scott McPherson this month. This event happens on the third Wednesday each month with different leaders each time. Hope you'll join us!
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"Treasured" V.B.S. Update
Vacation Bible School will begin one week from today (7/25), but your can still register your child (click here for link). Also, thanks to everyone who took tags last week to provide our needed snack supplies! We're always so grateful for our church family's help!
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They Made It Back!
Last week, four of our youth and two adults traveled to The Great Escape for an awesome youth gathering at Green Lake Conference Center. Welcome back Mackay Campbell, Ian Farwell, Meara Marinan, and Ian McPherson, along with Pastor Meggan Farwell and Scott McPherson. We'll all look forward to hearing more about your adventure next Sunday during worship!
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Christmas in July
The churches that make up the De Pere Christian Outreach (including ours) are again planning to host a Christmas Store this year for area families in need. We ask that you begin thinking of "Christmas in July" and shop for items for the store. Watch now for great sales on toys, clothing, and household goods that will be needed. You can then bring your donated items to the church office to be safely stored until December. Thanks very much!
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Thanks for Your Continuing Support
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> Mail your checks to:
First United Presbyterian Church
605 N Webster Ave
De Pere, WI 54115
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Supporting Our Area Partners
St. Anne's Episcopal Church (347 S. Libal St., De Pere) will be hosting "An Evening with Destin Wernicke" on Wednesday, July 21 at 6:30pm. The public's invited to this special event featuring organ selections from the works of Bach, Cesar Franck, Marcel Dupre, and Jeanne Demessieux.
De Pere Christian Outreach will be hosting a "30th Anniversary Customer Appreciation Celebration" on Saturday, July 31 from 9am until noon at the Thrift Store (506 Butler St.). Everyone's invited to come enjoy brats and burgers to celebrate the organization's 30th anniversary and to celebrate winning the "Best of the Bay" Award from the Green Bay Press Gazette. Even with a challenging year, D.P.C.O. was able to donate more than $223,000 to 47 local non-profit agencies helping De Pere families in need.
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THIS WEEK
TODAY (7/18) - Keely Dorn
Monday (7/19) - William Bredael
Tuesday (7/20) - Beth Menzel, Audrey Hickey, Kayla Schnitzler, & Rhett Mehlberg
Wednesday (7/21) - Nancy Nusbaum
Thursday (7/22) - Tom Steffen & Silas Davey
Friday (7/23) - Sue Renier
Saturday (7/24) - Calli Van De Hei
NEXT WEEK
Monday (7/26) - Heather Newell
Tuesday (7/27) - Gail Roest
Wednesday (7/28) - Wally Heil, Barb Kraus, & Sharon Carpiaux
Saturday (7/31) - Amanda Johnson & Aoife Marinan
Why not call, email, or send them a card?
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> Sunday Bike Ride (meet at G.B. East to ride Baird Creek Trail) - TODAY (7/18) 4pm
> Session Meeting (Koinonia Lounge) - Monday (7/19) 6:30pm
> "Eat, Pray, & Blossom" Devotional Gathering (Garden) - Wednesday (7/21)
> Papercrafting Group (Rooms 12-13) - Saturday (7/24) 10am-3pm
> Sunday Worship Service "Christmas in July" - Sunday (7/25) 9:45am (in person at church, live stream on our Facebook page, or view a recording after the service on our website)
> "Treasured" Vacation Bible School - begins Sunday (7/25) 12:30-2pm, then Monday-Thursday from 9am-noon
> P.W. 4th Tuesday Readers "The Radium Girls" by Kate Moore (Koinonia Lounge) - Tuesday (7/27) 1pm
> Woe-Be-Gone Group (meet at church to travel to Lilly Lake) - Thursday (7/29) meet at 10am to carpool
*Please contact the church office to schedule a meeting or make changes so we can keep everyone up to date. Thank you!
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"Changing Lives Through God's Love in Christ"
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