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Psalm 4:1-8
1 Answer me when I call, O God of my right!
You gave me room when I was in distress.
Be gracious to me, and hear my prayer.
2 How long, you people, shall my honor suffer shame?
How long will you love vain words, and seek after lies? Selah
3 But know that the LORD has set apart the faithful for himself;
the LORD hears when I call to him.
4 When you are disturbed, do not sin;
ponder it on your beds, and be silent. Selah
5 Offer right sacrifices,
and put your trust in the LORD.
6 There are many who say, “O that we might see some good!
Let the light of your face shine on us, O LORD!”
7 You have put gladness in my heart
more than when their grain and wine abound.
8 I will both lie down and sleep in peace;
for you alone, O LORD, make me lie down in safety.
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Rev. Dr. Randall Argall
Pastor Randy begins our journey this Monday, April 15th, in the church office. Our first Worship Service together will be next Sunday, April 21st. Please give him a warm welcome!
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Farewell Rev. David Feltman
Last Sunday April 7th we celebrated the leadership and pastoring offered by Reverend David Feltman and the musical talents offered by Sue. They have faithfully served FPC over the last year and a half. We are incredibly grateful for their commitment to our congregation during this transitional period. With love and optimism for the future we say goodbye, for now. Blessings on future endeavors!
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Thank You
To The Members of First Presbyterian:
My heart is full. I thank you for the kindness expressed last Sunday and your amazing generosity. Our prayers for your ministry continue.
With love in Christ,
Dave and Sue Feltman
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Summer Camps at Lakeshore Center
We are excited for another excellent summer of programming at Lakeshore Center at Okoboji. We hope you can join in the fun! We're looking forward to a slate that includes camps for children, youth, and families.
Registration is available online at www.ilovelakeshore.org. If you need help registering, please contact Lakeshore Center at 712-337-3313, which will get you connected with the office where Steve, the office manager, will be able to assist you.
Lakeshore has scheduled their Spring Cleanup Event for the weekend of April 19-20. If you would like to join us that Friday and/or Saturday to help get cabins and grounds ready for summer, let us know.
Thank you for supporting "YOUR PLACE AT THE LAKE!" We look forward to seeing you whenever you can take a break and escape to the lake!
~Rev. Sara Sutter, Executive Director of Lakeshore Center
Flyers are available in the church office. We would like to provide an opportunity for all those interested from First Church to attend. If you need assistance, please reach out to Terry Sage.
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Synod School 2024 "More Than We Can Imagine"
July 21-26 at Buena Vista University.
Now to God who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to the power that is at work within us, to God be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen. ~Ephesians 3:20-21
What is Synod School?
Synod School is a learning and personal enrichment experience for people of all ages. We seek to create an environment of hospitality, healing, and hope. The week is designed for laity, clergy, individuals, and families with classes and activities for adults, youth, and children.
2024 is the 70th year of Synod School in Iowa. We have many great events planned for this week! People will come from all over the country with their friends and families to share in this week of worship, study, play, and life together. It is an opportunity to learn something new, to continue conversations begun by keynote speakers with others over meals or a board game, to share talents of creativity and music, to worship without being in charge, to be energized for service, and to enjoy not having to cook for a week.
For more information, click HERE or contact Jean Seeland.
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Antique Quilts: Stories
This quilt now hanging in the hallway belongs to Marge Polacek, pictured, and was made by Marge’s grandmother, Anna Pearson, in the 1920s. The blocks are hand sewn and the quilt is hand quilted. The backing was made bigger than the front, and the backing was then pulled around to the front and hand sewn down to form the binding. Quilters will also notice that the white edge of the quilt top is not sewn to the blue border but is appliqued to the blue.
Marge’s grandmother gave the quilt to Marge’s mother, and Marge’s mother gave it to her. Marge gave it to her granddaughter, so the quilt has been used by five (5) generations and shows some wear.
Marge remembers sleeping under this quilt when she visited her grandmother in Washington D.C. in 1947.
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North End Cultural Center (NECC)
Most of us know that we here at First Church host the offices of the North End Cultural Center, which provides a hip-hop literacy summer program. Do you know what else they offer?
The mission of the NECC is to develop and to showcase the artistic talents and achievements of those who live on the northeast side of Waterloo and to utilize the arts to enhance the development and success of the area's youth and adults.
Addressing the Community Need:
Current arts programming in Waterloo is open to all residents. However, the focus of these programs is necessary on broader audiences and offerings. Because of the historical exclusion of Black identities and creative expression in American society, programming that is focused on showcasing these cultural elements provides an important service to both the Black community and the community as a whole.
In sum, the arts instill pride and confidence in community members, and they present the Black community in a positive light, helping to counteract negative stereotypes. Artistic expression, particularly among young people, can help set them on a positive path towards achievement in other areas of their lives.
To learn more about the North End Cultural Center, please click HERE. If you see some folks heading up to the 2nd floor, please stop and say hi!
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To Work: One City United
Have you noticed some vans in the back parking lot? Some activity in the downstairs youth rooms? First Church is hosting the To Work program in the downstairs office. They have officially been in the building since the beginning of February. What is To Work? To Work is a program from One City United, whose sole mission is to provide transportation to and from work for individuals with transportation barriers.
Getting to work consistently and on time daily is essential to removing stress and experiencing a thriving life. To Work was developed to provide a low-cost shuttle service that people can count on, helping them stay employed and equipped to succeed. Transportation is provided for ALL shifts, 1st-3rd, to work and home again. It is just one more barrier that we can overcome to bolster our community towards success.
To learn more about One City United, please click HERE. If you're here during the day, feel free to stop on down and introduce yourself to Chris, the To Work Coordinator.
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Sunday Supper Can and Treat Drives
We are collecting canned goods for Sunday Supper through the end of April! In addition to canned and nonperishable items, we are also asking for sweet treats. Do you have an urge to do some baking? If so, Sunday Supper would love to have some cookies or bars. We will freeze them until we need to use them. Thank you to the generosity of those who've donated already!
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LIVE STREAMING WORSHIP
We are now live streaming our Worship Services every Sunday! The stream will start at 10:00 am on Sundays, and you can view it live on our YouTube channel wherever you have internet access!
If you are unable to watch the service live, the video will be recorded and you can watch at any time by clicking on the video on the YouTube page. The link is (Click Here) bit.ly/1stpresby.
You can also find the link to the YouTube page on the church website.
Please click HERE for the Sunday bulletin.
We look forward to worshiping with you every week!
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Church Calendar
Thu-Fri Apr. 11 & 12: 5:30 pm NECC Debutante Rehearsal Gym
Sunday Apr. 14: 10:00 am Worship Service Sanctuary
5:00 pm Sunday Supper Fellowship Hall
Monday Apr. 15: 6:00 pm NECC Painting Class Fellowship Hall
Tuesday Apr. 16: 9:00 am Bible Study
5:00 pm Love Inc. Full Building
6:00 pm Session
Wednesday Apr. 17: 9:30 am PW Meeting
6:00 pm & 7:00 pm Handbell & Vocal Choir Rehearsals Sanctuary
Sunday Apr. 21 10:00 am Worship Service Sanctuary
5:00 pm Sunday Supper Fellowship Hall
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Pulpit Flower Volunteers Needed
We are accepting donations of flower arrangements for our Sunday Services. We currently have April 28, May 19 and 26 available. If you would like to donate, please contact Amber in the office to find a date that works for you. You can call the office or email Amber directly. 319-233-6145 or amber@1stpresby.org. Alternatively, you can let Nancy Valentine know on Sundays after service and she will relay your information to Amber. Thank you!
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Elder Standing Team Assignments
Stewardship and Finance: Nancy Newhoff
Mission and Outreach: Sally Davis, Mallory Sage, Sue Albright
Christian Nurture and Fellowship: Terry Sage, Dan Davis
Worship and Music: Mary Kabel, Marsha Muir, Sally Davis
Personnel: Dan Davis
Building and Grounds: Craig Cose
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Church Prayer List
New to the Prayer List:
Barb Young's son-in-law Todd
In the Hospital:
Gerald Buls - UIHC
Ongoing/Continuing Prayers:
Pat Narey
Regina Buls
The Gilles Family
Tom Wiles
Sherrianne Noyes
Steve Miller - Recovering at home
Jan Schwab - Recovering at Home
Joe Fernau, Marie's son
Prayer for Member Households:
Karen Dew
Robert Dew
David & Mary Dutton
Prayer for Church in the Presbytery:
First Presbyterian Church, Algona, and First Presbyterian Church, Irvington
Rev. Tamara EnTin
Prayer for Local Church:
Payne Memorial A.M.E Church, 1044 Mobile St., Waterloo.
Rev. Dr. Lawrence Marshell
Click HERE to view their website
Add to the Prayer List
Click HERE to submit a prayer request online. Our pastors will be praying for you and sharing concerns with the congregation as requested.
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Church Family Birthdays
We celebrate our members with birthdays in April. If you get a chance, please join us in wishing them a very happy birthday!
April
02 Brennan Shull
03 Bradley Mananga, Tommy Roberts, Sr.
04 Paul Kabel
07 Jim Christensen
08 Cathy Bowers, Alixandra Wimberley
09 Diane Ernster
10 Nicky Newhoff
11 Jo Beaver, Brian Powell
17 Gregory DeSerano
18 Peter DeSerano, Ryan Steere
19 Abby McClain
21 Charles Christensen
24 Karen Dew, Bradley Jessen
25 Tye Schellhorn
26 Molly Bovy
27 Nsiki Kukosama, David Schwab
29 Amanda Bovy
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First Presbyterian Church 505 Franklin St | Waterloo, IA | 319-233-6145 | www.1stpresby.org
Office Hours: M-Th 9:00am to 4:00pm
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