May 8, 2024

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Sunday's Worship Services

God's Good News

"A Gentle Spirit"

1 Thessalonians 2:1-7

Mother's Day

Mother's Day, Sunday May 12

9:00 and 10:30 a.m.

Make plans to be here for one of our two services, with or in honor of a mother in your life. Mother’s Day will include:

• Gift for moms • Photo booth station • Special refreshments 

Invite family and friends to join us!

Communion will be held this Sunday.

Adult Education

Singing with the Saints

Sundays, May 12 and 19

10:30 a.m.



Week 1: The Gospel Hymnody of Fanny Crosby

Week Two: Fanny Crosby, Gospel Hymnody, and Black Gospel Music

Fanny Crosby is arguably the most famous American hymn-writer, known for classic hymns like “Blessed Assurance” and “To God Be The Glory.” Join Donté Ford and Katherine Graber for this week’s exploration of Crosby’s unpublished hymn manuscripts from the Wheaton College Special Collections.

Memorial Service

“I am the resurrection and the life. Those who believe in me, even though they die, will live.” – John 11:25

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It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of longtime church friend, Charles “Chuck” Schoenherr, who passed away on April 25. We thank God for his life and entrust him to Jesus’ eternal care. 

Visitation will be on Friday, May 10, from 4:00-8:00 p.m. at Hultgren Funeral Home, 304 N. Main St., in Wheaton. A service will be held Saturday, May 11, at First Presbyterian Church of Wheaton.  Visitation will start at 9:00 a.m., followed by the service at 10:00 a.m. A livestream of the service will be available here. Burial will be at Wheaton Cemetery after the service.

Read Chuck's obituary here.

Women's Ministry

A Strawberry Dessert

Thursday, May 9

6:30-8:30 pm in Stewart Hall

“A Living History Portrayal”

by Leslie Goddard as Julia Child

60+ Luncheon

Thursday, May 30

11:30 a.m. in Stewart Hall

Cost: $15

Inviting all 60+ members and friends to join together for an uplifting time of fellowship and inspiration. We will have a delicious catered lunch, enjoy musical entertainment, and welcome a guest speaker. Invite a friend to join for this delightful occasion. 

RSVP here by Friday, May 24

Prescription For Life

The Prescription for Life bottle campaign helps to finance Outreach Older Adult programs, including one-to-one counseling sessions, monthly lunch and learns, field trips, and weekly shopping trips. Empty bottles are available for pickup in the Rotunda, to fill with change, cash or a check. Bottles can be returned to the church by Sunday, May 19.

Kids Ministry

Sunday School at 10:30 – Sunday School is available to children who are 3 years old through 5th grade. For more information, contact Stacey Chvatal.

Last Call for VBS Volunteers!

We have about 20 children currently on the waitlist for VBS. In order to get all children off of the list and into VBS, we are in need of four 5-day volunteers. We provide childcare for children of volunteers who are too young to participate. Training sessions will be available in the upcoming weeks to go over your role in detail and answer any questions that you may have. Not only will volunteering allow 20 kids to have the best week ever at church, but you will also get the opportunity to grow in your faith and have the best week ever at church! Email Stacey Chvatal if you are interested.

Thank you for your consideration.

Youth Ministry

Genesis 

• Genesis does not meet May 12 
• End of Year Party May 19 – 10:30-11:30 a.m.

WF

• WF does not meet May 12
• Saturday, May 18 – 10:00-11:30 a.m. – Mission Trip Team Meeting
• Sunday, May 19 – 7:00-8:00 p.m. – Worship Night

Save the Date

Neighborhood Cookout Sunday, June 23!

Watch for details.

Calendar and Office Hours

Check the First Pres calendar regularly for updates.

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Regular Office Hours

Monday through Thursday – 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Friday – 8:30 a.m.-12:00 noon