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
During our Worship Service at 9:45, we celebrated Trinity Sunday and Memorial Day. We discussed how the Holy Trinity (Father, Son, and Holy Spirit) communicates the ways God's love, presence, and power are active in the church, in the world, and in our everyday lives.
It was really great to see so many new and returning faces as we continue to welcome folks back into our Sanctuary. We also welcome all of you who joined us via live stream on Facebook. 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: Isaiah 6:1-8
We live in an age when we can often envision God for us as a close and warm friend. That image is reinforced for us in John 15:15 when Jesus describes his followers as “friends.” However, even in the John passage, there is an expectation of obedience, not just coziness. In Isaiah, the sense of reverence, awe—even deep fear—is present as Isaiah accepts his call as a prophet of God. In this dramatic moment in the temple with God and Isaiah present together, there are angels that have appearances that look like snakes and lions that can fly around with wings. It is a scene in which Isaiah responds with the words, “Woe is me” (v. 5). Trinity Sunday reminds us of God in three persons. A danger in such language is to assume that with such words we can really grasp the totality of who God is. Isaiah reminds us of the total otherness of God that is filled with power, might, judgment, and holiness. Jesus makes God accessible and personal. Trinity Sunday can remind us that our intimate relationship with God remains filled with awe and wonder. God is filled with glory, strength, majesty, and holy splendor (Psalm 29). Describe what this means to you and your faith.
Prayer
Awesome God, you who are far beyond what I can imagine, I thank you for reaching out to me and to all people through the power of the Holy Spirit and saving grace of Jesus Christ. 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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Dead Reformers Society
Join us this Tuesday (6/1) at 7pm for our second gathering of the Dead Reformers Society at Zambaldi's Brewery (1649 S. Webster Ave.). We'll discuss Homer's Iliad and Odyssey, which personify the virtues of honor, courage, duty, and sacrifice. Join us as we contemplate how Homer's work encapsulates many of the values that have shaped and continue to shape our understanding of Western Civilization. Carpe Diem!
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Agape Dinner Is Back for June!
Our monthly Agape Drive-Thru Dinner will return this Wednesday (6/2) at 5:45pm. The menu features the return of the very popular ham and cheese pasta salad with a dinner roll and a brownie for dessert. Everyone's invited to drive past the front of our church to pick up your free meal(s) while supplies last. Monetary donations are welcomed but not required. Invite your friends, gather in the church yard, or hold a driveway gathering. Help us share the love!
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Pastors in the Parking Lot
Join us Thursday (6/3) at 10am in the church parking lot under the big tree out front for an informal chance to visit with the Pastors as well as fellow church members. Remember, this gathering will now only be held on the first Thursday each month. Hope to see you!
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Presbyterian Women Gathering
Our P.W. Mission Sewing Group will be coming together again Thursday (6/3) at 10:30am in the Koinonia Lounge. Knitters and quilters and those who'd like to learn are invited to create hand-made items to share with schools, shelters, and social service agencies. All women are welcome.
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Seeking Summer Music Offerings
We're once again inviting anyone with a musical talent to share a special music offering during one of our summer services. Whether it's vocal or instrumental... whether you're young or old... we'd love to hear your addition to our worship. Contact Choir Director, Andy Parks (andrewhparks@gmail.com or 715-426-1104) to schedule your date. We'll also be offering the option to prerecord your vocal or air-circulating instrumental music in our continuing effort to stay safe.
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It's Graduation Time!
Is there a graduate in your family this year? If someone has or will graduate from High School, College, or Graduate School in 2021, we want to recognize them. Please email Pastor Meggan (*see link below) their graduation information and a photo by this Tuesday (6/1). Congratulations!
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Do you use HuTerra?
Sixteen of our members have donated more than $900 to our church simply by scanning sales receipts using the HuTerra App with their smart phone. If you shop at Piggly Wiggly, Pick 'n Save, BP gas stations, or any of the other 134 participating retailers, please consider using this app and name First United as your fundraiser. You can also drop off your receipts in the container in the Family Life Center, and we'll submit them for you. For more information, go to your huturra.com.
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Volunteers Needed
The family in our church's Ecumenical Partnership for Housing unit will be leaving soon, and we could use some volunteers to help clean up and get the unit ready for the next family. Even if you only have an hour to spare, we could use your help. Please contact Mert Bayer (920-655-8360 or tomert@sbcglobal.net) to volunteer or find out more details. Thank you!
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Thanks for Your Continuing Support
> Smart Phone Giving: GivePlus app
> Mail your checks to:
First United Presbyterian Church
605 N Webster Ave
De Pere, WI 54115
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THIS WEEK
TODAY (5/30) - Rachel O'Brien, John Cornell, & Carol Toyama-Longton
Monday (5/31) - Jill Larson & John Everett
Wednesday (6/2) - Jessie Baumgartner
Friday (6/4) - Richard French
Saturday (6/5) - Brad Hau
NEXT WEEK
Sunday (6/6) - Cameron Spinler
Monday (6/7) - Abby Malcolm & Lou Seiler
Wednesday (6/9) - Scott McPherson & Jeremy Beck
Thursday (6/10) - Jameson O'Brien
Friday (6/11) - Kim Williams
Why not call, email, or send them a card?
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> Sunday Bike Ride - *none for the holiday weekend... will return next Sunday
> *Church Office Closed for Memorial Day - Monday (5/31)
> The Dead Reformers Society (Zambaldi Brewery) - Tuesday (6/1) 7pm
> Agape Drive-Thru Dinner - Wednesday (6/2) 5:45pm
> Pastors in the Parking Lot - Thursday (6/3) 10am
> P.W. Mission Sewing Gathering (Koinonia Lounge) - Thursday (6/3) 10:30am
> Sunday Worship & Communion - Sunday (6/6) 9:45am (in person at church, live stream on our Facebook page, or view a recording after the service on our website)
> Sunday Afternoon Bike Ride (Fox River Trail) - Sunday (6/6) 4pm
> "Becoming Mom Strong" Bible Study (Zoom) - Sunday (6/6) 8pm
*To schedule a meeting at the church, contact the church office.
To schedule an online Zoom meeting, contact Pastor Meggan.
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"Changing Lives Through God's Love in Christ"
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