A Note from the Pastor Tomorrow is North Texas Giving Day and we are participating again this year. All funds we receive through North Texas Giving Day will go through the FPCR Pastors' Emergency Fund, to help our neighbors with utilities, rent, food, or other emergency needs. If you would like to give, you can see our page here: www.northtexasgivingday.org/fpcrichardson. And while you are checking out our page, you might also take a look at all the other organizations that serve our community. Presbyterian Children's Homes and Services, UKirk SMU, Plano Civic Chorus, the Network of Community Ministries, the Richardson Symphony, and Literacy Achieves are some of the ones that are near and dear to my heart. Check out all of the organizations participating in North Texas Giving Day at www.northtexasgivingday.org. We are aware that there was an issue with the livestreamed worship on Sunday. Spectrum had an outage that lasted the greater part of the day, and uploading anything was difficult. We are hopeful that the problem has been corrected and that this week's livestream will be uneventful. We have recently passed a milestone with our Amazon Smiles account. The latest report shows that FPCR has received $1,009.81 from this program. A big thanks to all who have named FPCR in their Amazon Smiles account. To sign up for this unique program that gives a percentage of your amazon purchases to the Church (at no cost to you), go to smile.amazon.com and name First Presbyterian Church of Richardson, TX as the organization you are supporting. Many of you have asked for an update on my life-long friend, Joey Hudson, who was in a traumatic accident in San Antonio at the end of August. I really appreciate all of your prayers for him and his family. This morning I got a message that after 23 days in the Brooke Army Medical Center, he is being transferred to a traumatic brain injury rehab in Tyler. This is good news. He still has a long way to go, but his recovery is moving in the right direction. Joey is the Assistant Fire Chief for the Marshall Fire Department and an elder for the Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Marshall. Jan Warner has made a quilt that will be delivered to him in the near future. If you would like to sign it, and add your prayers to his recovery, the quilt will be in the FPCR Welcome Center this Sunday. And finally, a quick reminder that there will be sign-up sheets in the Welcome Center this Sunday, as we approach our October 2nd day of service. There are plenty of opportunities for serving others, both indoors and outdoors. You may also sign up by clicking here. Blessings,   Pastor David

COVENANT OF CARE By attending worship or other events in-person at FPCR, you are agreeing to a covenant of care which includes adherence to all of the stated protocols (masks, social distancing, etc.) and self-screening for COVID symptoms before choosing to attend in-person activity on the church's campus. We want to do our part to help keep all attendees healthy and safe. It is the responsibility of everyone to ensure that the protocols are being followed on campus at FPCR.

Wed, Sept 22 Sometimers: 8 am Sew & Tell: 12:30 FH Handbell Rehearsal: 5:45 pm Choir Rehearsal: 7:30 pm Sun, Sept 26 Adult Sunday School - Coffee Class, in-person & Zoom: 9 am, Rm A111 Adult Sunday School - Present Word, 9 am, Rm A109 Worship in-person and on YouTube: 10:30 am Youth Group: 6 pm, God's Garage & FH Mon, Sept 27 Faith Sharing: 1 pm, Library Book Club: 2 pm, Library Tues, Sept 28 Pastors' Bible Study via Zoom: 4 pm. Register here.

Congratulations to Jim and Jane Rasley on the birth of a granddaughter, Remley Louise Carlton, born on September 7. Remley is the daughter of Rob and Kristina Carlton and sister to Liam and Tucker. Remley weighed 9 lbs, 4 oz and was 20 inches long.

Dear church family, Your cards, calls, texts and words were such a source of comfort and encouragement as our family lost a beloved husband, Dad ,”Bonus” Dad and Grampa to cancer. The support of David, Rosy, Ralph and Edwin is always there in abundance and I am so blessed to be part of this fellowship of believers and doers. Thank you all! Carolyn Prince

DRIVE-THRU FOOD DRIVE 3rd & 5th Thursdays Did you know we collect food for the Network of Community Ministries on the 5th Thursday, also!!   We do!! We collect food and toiletry items on both the 3rd and 5th Thursdays.   If you attend in-person Sunday worship feel free to leave items in the shopping cart in the Welcome Center. But if you forget to bring something on Sunday or if you want to make donations from the safety of your car, then our Thursday drop-offs are the place for you!     We’re giving you a heads up a week early. So, when you make your shopping run this week, pick up a few extra items for Network. Then, please drop your items on Sunday morning, or drop by next Thursday, September 30. Thanks!!

Racial Justice Learning/Action Group You're invited! We are excited to share that we are beginning a new group at FPCR, focusing on racial justice issues. Participation in this group will include monthly meetings where we discuss assigned resources for that month and share a meal together. This group asks members for a two year commitment as we grow together, learn from one another and share opportunities and learnings with our broader church family. Group members will partner together to select resources, lead the group and suggest initiatives or projects. If you are interested in participating in this group or just learning more about it, please reach out to Margaret Rogers or Robin Smith.  Click here to complete a short application that will help us learn more about your interest and will also provide additional information for those who are interested. Please complete the application by October 3. We hope to hear from you!

LUNCHEON November 3, 12 - 1 pm The Presbyterian Children's Homes and Services luncheon is on for this year! The luncheon will take place at the Doubletree Hotel on 75 near Northpark Mall from 12 - 1pm on Nov 3rd.     Masks are needed when not eating and the tables will seat 8 vs 10 this year. If people prefer not to eat while there...box lunches will be provided as a 'to go' option.   Please contact Robin Smith, robinsclee@yahoo.com, if you are interested in attending and if you may need a ride.

Click here to see the photo album from Rosy's shower.

FPCR FAMILY FEUD   In honor of the church’s 150th anniversary, the youth group is going to play Family Feud, FPCR edition. Click here to take the survey with the following questions to help create their game:   Best thing to bring to a pot luck Favorite Hymn Favorite book of the Bible How many years have you been a member

150th CELEBRATION! October 2-3 Saturday, October 2: 150 Hours of Service   As we look forward to celebrating our 150 year anniversary on Oct. 3, we would like to give our congregation an opportunity and a challenge to reach out to our community. On Oct. 2, we would like to give 150 hours of volunteer service as a congregation. Every member and friend of FPCR is encouraged to volunteer somewhere on October 2! Take part in one of the activities below, or do something kind for a neighbor on your own (mowing, cleaning, baking, providing a meal, etc.) Sign up on the easels in the Welcome Center or by clicking here. (If you have ideas for additional volunteer opportunities, please be in touch with Jan Warner or Sarah Wright.)  Trash pick-up at Mark Twain Park, 8:00-11:00 am (contact Eva Waldrop with questions) Assemble “blessing bags” in Ernst Fellowship Hall, 9:00-11:00 am (contact Jan Warner with questions) Make cards for the community in Ernst Fellowship Hall, 1:00-3:00 pm (contact Jan Warner with questions) Network Clothes Closet, 9 am - 12 pm (contact Sarah Wright)   Sunday, October 3: Heritage Sunday Worship Service   Join us online or in-person for a special Heritage Sunday worship service, as we give thanks to God for 150 (+1) years of worship, nurture, and service.   Sunday, October 3: Lunch on the Lawn   We will celebrate our anniversary with lunch on the front lawn. All are invited. More details to come.    Sunday, October 3: Organ Recital  Immediately following worship and lunch, our own Edwin Walker will play a recital that will feature a variety of fun and engaging music! You won’t want to miss it.

October Organ Recitals   The FPCR music department is proud to announce that repairs and refurbishing of our Reuter Pipe Organ are now complete. It is once again in like new condition, and it looks and sounds fantastic. We have planned three celebratory recitals in October to welcome our organ back to its unadulterated prominence in the life of our music program.

In addition to the Heritage Sunday Organ Recital on October 3, there will be two additional recitals in October.   On October 10th at 4pm, the Sanctuary Choir, soloists, and professional string ensemble, will join Edwin in a performance of Franz Schubert's delightful Mass in G Major. Like Mozart, Schubert is known for his tuneful melodies and beautiful harmonies.    The third recital on Sunday, October 17th, also at 4pm, will feature guest organist, Michael Conrady. Michael is the organist at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Dallas and we are thrilled that he'll be with us.    The recitals on the 10th and 17th will be followed by receptions designed by Jan Warner and Jeanne Stone. I hope you'll choose to attend at least one, two, or all three of these wonderful recitals. Each will be unique, and the organ will be featured in a variety of ways. I'm very thankful to our session, our pastors, and to you, the members of FPCR, for supporting our music department and for the refurbishing of our magnificent pipe organ. May generations upon generations enjoy its musical grandeur.   Soli Deo Gracias, Ralph

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EASY WAYS YOUR SHOPPING CAN BENEFIT FPCR Just a reminder that your regular shopping can benefit FPCR!! When shopping at AmazonSmile.com, Kroger or Tom Thumb you can designate FPCR as your preferred charitable organization and a percentage of your purchase will be donated to the church!

A PROUD MOMENT FOR FPCR   Aren't you thrilled to know that we now have an active youth group that meets every Sunday night? After all the years of not having a youth group, this is truly an answer to prayer. We have a wonderful team of youth leaders (Mary Margaret Healy, Julie Houpt, Debbie Rowley, Caleb Black, Liz Bross, with Pastor Rosy helping out as well). They have creative ideas and the kids are really responding well. What a great thing to witness!   There is one small issue---these kids like to eat! We feed them dinner every Sunday night. Now, don't stop reading just because you don't want to cook for them. There is another way you can help. Several "angels" have handed over a check to help with those dinners and they were certainly not turned them down. If cooking isn't your thing these days or if delivering meals on a Sunday night just doesn't work for you, feel free to make a small (or large) contribution to our "Meal Fund" and we will buy the food and deliver it for you. You do not have to donate enough to cover an entire meal. If you can only afford $5, that will help. If you can do more, that will be welcome as well. Of course, if you are like Jan Warner, Laurie Wadleigh, Sarah Wright and Linda Yeager who have already offered to feed the youth one night, you are more than welcome to sign up for a specific Sunday night to bring your meal to Fellowship Hall. Please think about it and decide the easiest way for you to help. Then you can call Shirley Latham at 214-460-5551 and she will be happy to plug you in. Checks can be made out to FPC and marked Youth Meal Fund.   Remember to give thanks and pray for our youth and their wonderful adult leaders.

Zoom Meetings & Sunday School Classes

Coffee Class Sunday School In-person & Zoom Sunday - 9 am Register here Meeting ID: 820 9420 9105 Passcode: 340615 Discussion on Christian living using the DVD series “Living the Questions". Present Word Sunday School In-person & Zoom Sunday - 9 am Register here Lesson In the fall quarter, using Old and New Testament passages, we will review acts of worship and praise that celebrate who God is and what God has done for God's people, so that you will better appreciate and celebrate God's presence in this world. Join us! Pastors' Bible Study Tuesday - 4 pm Register here

CARING MINISTRY Volunteer Opportunities The Caring Ministry is establishing a calendar for June 2021 - June 2022 for anyone that would like to provide 2 to 4 individual home-style meals. If you are interested in participating, click here for more information.

Network is currently in need of the following:   Hygiene products  Detergent  Diapers all sizes Toilet paper Easy box meals (such as hamburger helper) Chef Boyardee Flour and baking supplies Cooking oil Spices/seasonings (such as oregano, cumin, and more to season beans and rice) Kid-friendly foods will be distributed at both Network and the 8 mobile food pantries each week, in addition to nutritional food boxes. Items needed are: Pop topped kid-friendly meals, Mac and cheese, granola bars, applesauce cups, oatmeal, cereal, peanut butter, and other healthy snack options  Network is also in need of new men's, women's, and children's underwear, infant socks, baby and toddler clothing, children's clothing, and shoes (all sizes). Clothing donations can be dropped off each Wednesday from 8 am to 4 pm at the back of the building,1500 International Parkway. Please do not leave donations outside if Network is closed. Please drop off food items at the FPCR drive-thru food drive - Sept 30, 3rd and 5th Thursday of every month OR Items may be dropped off on Sundays in the shopping cart labeled "Network Donations" located in the Welcome Center.

OFFICE HOURS Monday - Thursday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Please ring the doorbell at Door C. We ask that everyone wear a mask and social distance while in the building.

Below are extension numbers for the staff should you need to call the office at 972.235.2316: Lisa - 221 Shirley/Financial - 227 Ralph - 248 Rosy - 230 David - 237

CONTINUE TO SUPPORT FPCR For giving and pledges, click the link below or mail your offerings. If you use a bank auto-draft for any pledges or giving to FPCR, be sure to update our new address with your bank.   First Presbyterian Church PO Box 831985 Richardson, TX 75083

If you would like to receive any of the following, please email lisa@fpcrichardson.org: FPCR DIRECTORY Request a copy via email or regular mail. THESE DAYS DEVOTIONALS Request a quarterly copy by mail. DAILY ENCOURAGEMENTS These short emails are a great way to start your day! PRAYER CONCERNS LIST Updated prayer list emailed each week. MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION If you are currently not a member and would like more information on membership.

Session Members Class of 2022 Katie Haun Black Shirley Latham Kathy Rice Class of 2023 John Fattaruso Ben Niewenhuis Sarah Wright Class of 2024 Jo Bowen Dianne Long Jan Warner

Session Meeting Dates September 19 October 17 November 21 December 11 (Saturday morning)

Calling all Pray-ers!

Front Line Healthcare Workers Treating COVID-19 Patients   Dr. Jeff Gotts (son of Ernie & Lindy Gotts) - MD in the ICU of Univ. of CA, San Francisco Marcia Franzen (daughter of Beverly & Marty Gallagher) - nurse on COVID-19 ward in Stockholm Ally Stilwell (Pastor Rosy's best friend) - infectious diseases pharmacist in Brooklyn, NY Jack & Tracy Childress (Lisa Carter's brother & sister-in-law) - ER doctor and nurse in Gainesville/Denison Bekah Leon (Colleen Oates' niece) - ER nurse in Wilmington, DE Morgan James (Jenny's husband) - RN at Children's Medical. Karen Scott (Charlie Bross' daughter) - Speech Therapist in a nursing home COVID unit Lily Agwe - Healthcare First Responder, Highland Springs,TX