Weekly NewsMark your calendars for the 200th Anniversary events listed below. To RSVP, contact the church office, [email protected] or 816-641-5681.
Event dates (after worship unless otherwise noted) April 12 -- Opening of the 1976 Time Capsule and Reception May 17 -- Guest preacher Rev. Beverly Crute (10:30 a.m.) June 14 -- TUXIS Confirmation class reunion lunch; please rsvp June 14 -- Guest preacher Rev. Duane Stephens (10:30 a.m.) Aug. 16 -- Visiting Theologian Rev. Dr. Aaron Stauffer (9:15 a.m.) Aug. 23 -- Visiting Theologian Rev. Dr. Aaron Stauffer (9:15 a.m.) Aug. 23 -- Guest preacher Rev. Larry Satorius (10:30 a.m.) Aug. 30 -- Visiting Theologian Rev. Dr. Aaron Stauffer (9:15 a.m.) Sept. 13 -- All-Church Luncheon, Program and Celebration; please rsvp We will be opening the 1976 Time Capsule after worship today, followed by a reception in the Parlour as part of our 200th Anniversary Celebration. Two of our former youth from back then – Sarah Sutton and David Burrus – will be on hand to do the honors. The Time Capsule is located behind the door next to the Welcome Center outside the Sanctuary. All are welcome! Per Capita - Each church of Heartland Presbytery contributes money to cover the expenses of our presbytery, synod and General Assembly, which serve and support FPC and our sister churches in the PC(USA). Each family of FPC is asked to pay its share. The per capita payment for 2026 is $45.91 per church member past confirmation age. The total is split $31.50 for Heartland Presbytery expenses, $3.15 for Synod of Mid-America, and $11.26 for General Assembly. Your Stewardship Committee asks that you contribute if able and gives thanks for those who already have. Committee Chairs, ChristCare Small Group, Sunday School and other group leaders, please gather your information for the 2026-2027 18-month church calendar. The Annual Joint Session/Deacon Meeting & Calendar Planning is on Tuesday May 19, at 7:00 p.m. at Westminster Hall. Please submit your events and meetings by Friday, May 1. Thank you for your help. The Holy Strollers hiking group will continue hiking on the second Friday of each month. If you would like to join us for a walk, hikers meet at 10am at various walking paths. For more information contact Peggy Weir 816-225-2018, or Marji Craig 816-509-9855. Order forms for the 200th Anniversary shirts are available in the Parlour. Please submit your orders to Emily Johnson or the Church Office now and pay later. The more items that are ordered, the lower the prices will be. If your address, phone number and/or email address has changed or there has been any other life event such as marriage, new baby, etc. please contact the church office. When exiting the church building, please push all doors to ensure they are completely shut and secure and make sure the alarm is set as needed. Please submit all information including the Greeters, Ushers, and detailed requests for the Sunday bulletin by the Wednesday before you would like it added. Bulletins are finalized on Thursday mornings. First Church now offers online giving for those faithfully making their pledge offerings and other contributions. You may use your computer or Smartphone to visit the FPC Giving Page (or look for the ❤GiveNow button on our website) and begin the process of simplifying (and if you want, automating) your financial contribution to the ministry of First Church. This service is thanks to The Presbyterian Foundation’s Online Giving Program, with no monthly or annual fees. The Presbyterian Foundation uses the Vanco Payment Solutions platform, an industry leader in providing churches secure and simple giving solutions in compliance with Payment Card Industry data security standards for handling, storing and transmitting credit card information. Contact our Finance Committee, Stewardship or Pastor Dave with any questions. PER CAPITA $45.91 Total per capita for 2026 $31.50 —Presbytery $3.15 —Synod of Mid-America $11.26 —General Assembly |
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