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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Sunday Morning Recap
This morning (11/14), we explored growing larger by becoming smaller, and we talked about how leaders in the church must be full of the Holy Spirit and wisdom as they lead others. We'll also welcomed visitors from Gideons International for an update on how they've been changing lives for more than 100 years. If you weren't able to join us, you can watch our service recording on our Facebook page and on our website (*see links at bottom).
After church, we enjoyed the Youth Coffee Shop, the Men's Fruitcake Sale, and Sunday School classes for all ages. Our Youth Group "Rake & Run" event had to be cancelled due to weather because everything they were going to rake got covered with snow! Sure hope you can be with us next Sunday!
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From This Week's
"Taking Faith Home"
Read: Mark 13:1-10
The Gospel of Mark was written shortly after the destruction of the temple in Jerusalem by Roman soldiers in 70 A.D. It is easy to imagine that the people wondered if all hope was gone following that jarring event. Had God forsaken the people once and for all? Was this the end of time? Was Christ coming back soon? During times of national or spiritual crisis, it is easy to wonder about such questions, follow after some conspiracy theory, or follow another voice that sounds like the second coming of Christ. Jesus says, in essence, do not be misled, do not make your own predictions about the end. Our task is simple: know in your highs and lows that you are loved and protected by God; give thanks for your neighbors and serve them with joy. Trust God and Christ’s reign. During difficult times, how can you show your trust in God?
Prayer
God of the universe, when we experience personal or social disasters, help us to keep our eyes on you and speak with confidence the good news 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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Have You Taken a Tag Yet?
Donations Needed by Tomorrow!
Our church, along with the others that make up the De Pere Christian Outreach, is collecting items for this year's Christmas Store! It'll be hosted again by our church and will assist local low income and "at risk" families to have a happier Christmas.
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There are three ways you can help!
Find the Christmas trees around church and take some tags listing items you can donate. You can also click HERE to see the complete list of items needed. Please return your new, unwrapped donations to the church by tomorrow (11/15).
Second, we invite everyone to stop in Mondays from 10am until noon and/or Thursdays from 9-11am to help with the huge task of sorting through all the donated items that come in (rooms 8, 9, and 10).
Third, you can volunteer to help with the Christmas Store set up on December 4 (click here) or register to assist at the store on December 7, 8, or 9 (click here). Thanks to everyone for making this amazing project happen!
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A Tasty New Fundraiser is Coming!
Noodles & Company on South Oneida is going to offer 25% of their sales from 4 to 8pm on Tuesday, November 23, to the D.P.C.O. Christmas Store! Watch for more details in Thursday's newsletter.
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A Special Celebration for the Presbyterian Pantry
You are cordially invited to join us for a Burns Night Dinner coming on January 15 at St. Norbert. It'll feature a hearty feast, Scotch tasting, bagpipes, poems, songs, and tributes to the great Scottish poet - all for the benefit of the Presbyterian Pantry. To learn more about the event, check our website. You can also click here for more details and to purchase your tickets for this delicious event and very special fundraiser!
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The Knuths have Moved!
Bob and Marilyn have the same phone number (920-336-7159), but their mailing address has changed.
Here's their new listing:
1050 Pilgrim Way #103
Green Bay, WI 54304
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Where's Jesus?
Have you joined in our weekly challenge for you to have a little fun with? An adorable Jesus doll will be placed somewhere within our church each week. This Sunday, he was sitting up front on the left in the fall decorations. He'll be in a new spot each week, so see if you can find him!
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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
Monday (11/15) - Tyler Bredael
NEXT WEEK
Monday (11/22) - Joey Shoemaker
Thursday (11/25) - Abby Renier, Craig Cuene, & Mert Bayer
Friday (11/26) - Elaina Deprez
Saturday (11/27) - Eloise Conway & Felecity Conway
Why not send them a card or email or call?
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> Men's Club Fruitcake Sale Continues! - Pick up at the church office during regular business hours or after church on Sundays.
> CORE/JAM Youth Group "Rake & Run" Event Cancelled due to weather (Return next Sunday)
> D.P.C.O. Christmas Store Donation Deadline! - Monday (11/15)
> D.P.C.O. Christmas Store Sorting (Rooms 8-10) - Monday (11/15) 10am
> Session Meeting (Koinonia Lounge) - Monday (11/15) 6:30pm
> P.W. Esther Circle Gathering ("K" Lounge) - Wednesday (11/17) 9:30am
> Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Sanctuary) - Wednesday (11/17) 6:30pm
> "Joyful Noise" Praise Band Rehearsal (Sanctuary) - Wednesday (11/17) 7:30pm
> D.P.C.O. Christmas Store Sorting (Rooms 8-10) - next Thursday (11/18) 9am
> Papaercrafting (Rooms 12-13) - Saturday (11/20) 10am - 3pm
> Sunday Worship - next Sunday (11/21) 9am (in person at church, live stream on our Facebook page, or view a recording after the service on our website
> Youth Coffee Shop (Gathering Area) - next Sunday (11/21) after worship
> Sunday School for all ages (various rooms) - next Sunday (11/21) 10:30am
*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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