On this last Sunday of June, we will consider what Jesus has to say about fear as we read Matthew 10: 26-31 https://bit.ly/3Jppx21 and Psalm 27: 1-4, 11-14 https://bit.ly/44cdmOg. Pastor Katie will reflect on “Fear and Faith.” We are pleased to have Kris Melton providing our piano accompaniment.
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2023 Youth Pool Party
Calling all #FirstPresGB Youth!
Youth Group may have started their summer hiatus but why go the whole summer without seeing each other? Join us for our annual Youth Pool Party!
Bring your friends – the more the merrier!
Our hostess, Loni McCormick, invites all youth to her home on Thursday, July 20th from 1p till 4, 4:30p. Loni will provide the beverages, but youth are asked to bring a snack to share.
We’re hoping for a warm summer day to relax in or by the pool to have some fun, play some games, splash around and take time to reconnect over the summer. So, grab your sunglasses, swimsuit, pool toys and a snack to share and join the fun at Loni’s pool!
For questions please contact Loni at (920) 655-8258 or pmccormick1@new.rr.com or contact Joel Morien at (920) 437-8121 or email ce@firstpresgreenbay.org.
We hope to see you poolside!
July 2023 – Faith Facts:
Our Name that Member! feature gave us the opportunity to learn just how well we really know each other, our Did you know? Tuesday Trivia! shows us how well we know our church but we’re pleased to ask yet another question—How well do we know our faith?
Well, we’re excited to tell you that our newest newsletter feature is Faith Facts: which aims to tell us just how well we know our faith. Our July Faith Facts is courtesy of Russ Christensen. Thank you, Russ, for your contribution!
Are you ready to play?
QUESTION:
Why do Presbyterian Churches have names like “First”, “Second” or are named after a street, or are named after a city?
(choose one or more of the following answers)
A) Presbyterians lack imagination so they stay with names of numbers, streets or perhaps a name such as “Memorial” or the town which it is located in
B) A) Presbyterians are known for “keeping things in order”. If a Presbyterian congregation is chartered first in a town, they have naming rights to using the word “First”, the second one in town then becomes “Second” and so on. Or perhaps if the “Second” congregation doesn’t like being second, they will name their church after the street they are located on or another non-competitive ranking name.
C) Sometimes its just best to keep things simple. If the name of the church is “Main Street” or named after the city it’s located in, it’s easier to find.
D) Both A & B
E) ALL of the above
F) None of the above
Did you guess correct, or did you learn something new?
Thanks for playing!
If you have Presbyterian faith facts to share, please contact Pastor Katie at kestes@firstpresgreenbay.org and become a contributor to an upcoming Faith Facts:
June 20, 2023 – Did you know?
Our Name that Member! feature gave us the opportunity to learn just how well we really know each other. But how well do we know our church?
Here’s this week’s Did you know? Tuesday Trivia!
From the minutes of the Young People’s Association on September 30, 1889 “…as there was no particular business before the Society the remainder of the evening was spent playing cards.”
TRUE or FALSE
Answer:
FALSE: From the minutes of Young People’s Association, September 30, 1889 “….as there was no particular business before the Society the Program Committee were called upon and during the remainder of the evening entertained us with some very fine charades. The charades numbered five and were of high order. Mr. Charles Kerr carried off the honors as his acting was so original and funny. Miss Clara Austin did some acting and carried our her part exceedingly well. Last, but not least, was Miss Jennie Dunn, who acted her part well notwithstanding she is very bashful. She showed much talent and with practice in time will make her mark.”
Has your Committee or Session played charades when you were done with your meeting business? Something to think about…be sure to put that in your meeting minutes if you do!
Thanks for playing!
We want you to do more than just play Did you know?, we’d also like you to contribute! If you have some church fun facts to share, please send those to Cheri at communications@firstpresgreenbay.org and we’ll have your contribution added to an upcoming Did you know? Tuesday Trivia!
Worship Service June 11, 2023
On this Second Sunday after Pentecost, we reflect on “Healing Mercy” with Matthew 9: 9-13, 18-26 https://bit.ly/3NixYyL. Matthew Thorne continues as our guest organist, and Kris and Mike Melton will provide a special music arrangement of “There Is A Balm In Gilead.”
June 6, 2023 – Did you know?
Our Name that Member! feature gave us the opportunity to learn just how well we really know each other. But how well do we know our church?
Here’s this week’s Did you know? Tuesday Trivia!
What year were hitching posts placed around the church property?
- 1899
- 1903
- 1897
Answer:
On July 6, 1897 at the regular meeting of the Board of Trustees it was moved that the committee on repairs order hitching posts placed around the church property.
Thanks for playing!
We want you to do more than just play Did you know?, we’d also like you to contribute! If you have some church fun facts to share, please send those to Cheri at communications@firstpresgreenbay.org and we’ll have your contribution added to an upcoming Did you know? Tuesday Trivia!
Worship Service June 4, 2023
It’s Trinity Sunday this week, so our scriptures are Matthew 28: 16-20 https://bit.ly/3oDJif8 and Psalm 8 https://bit.ly/3oNnrls and Pastor Katie will help us consider the doctrine of the Trinity with the reflection “A Dance Lesson.” We recognize our high school graduate Eric Sperduto in worship and also celebrate the sacrament of Communion.
Worship Service May 28, 2023
This Sunday, May 28th, is the Festival of Pentecost. We wear colors of the Spirit – Red, Yellow or Orange and we celebrate the birthday of the Church with Acts 2: 1-21 https://bit.ly/3WzeLvN and a story sermon entitled “The Day When God Made Church.” Expect balloons, wind, fire, and much more! Jeff Verkuilen returns to play the organ for us, and our fellowship hour includes a birthday cake and ice cream.
Congratulations Class of 2023!
Graduation Sunday June 4, 2023
Join us on Sunday June 4th as we recognize during 10am worship this year’s high school graduate, Eric Sperduto, and award him a scholarship. The fellowship hour following worship will be a chance to congratulate Eric and continue the celebration.
Eric graduated May 31st from Pulaski High School and has plans to attend UW-Platteville where he’ll study Mechanical Engineering.
Eric has received:
- Platteville Renewable Merit Scholarship
- Butch Reimer Memorial Scholarship
- Ray Nitschke Memorial Scholarship
- Pulaski Education Association Scholarship
- College Ready Scholarship
- Mike and Jean Berken Mathematics Scholarship
- Red Raiders Sports Boosters Scholarship
While in high school, Eric participated in football, wrestling, tennis, track and field, concert band, wind ensemble, marching band, pep band, served as Officer/Editor on the yearbook and was Senior Class President. Eric also received numerous academic honors throughout his high school years.
Eric’s favorite high school memory was his first game starting on varsity football.
CONGRATULATIONS, Eric! Blessings to you as you continue your journey beyond high school!
Congratulations College Graduates!
We extend our love and congratulations to the following graduates of higher education programs this spring:
- Elizabeth Paag graduated from UW-Stevens Point with a Bachelor of Science degree in Natural Resources
- Brandt Schoffelman graduated from Bradley University with an Engineering degree
- Wyatt Stenson completed his Emergency Medical Technician certificate at Northeast Wisconsin Technical College
(If there are other higher education graduates that we missed, please send information to the church office at office@firstpresgreenbay.org)
Ginney Amen Celebration of Life—June 9, 2023
Please join us for Virginia (Ginney) Amen’s Celebration of Life on Friday, June 9th from 9am till 11am at the Lyndahl Funeral Home located at 1350 Lombardi Avenue.
Ginney died on December 26, 2022 at Unity Hospice having suffered a fall earlier in December which resulted in a broken hip. She spent almost a week at Bellin Hospital and then was transferred to Unity Hospice in order to keep her comfortable during her final days.
Born June 9, 1919, Ginney was a member at First Presbyterian all her life, and influenced many people and programs of the church over her 103 years. Thanks be to God!
On what would have been Ginney’s 104th birthday, June 9, 2023, the family is having a celebration of her life from 10am to 11am. She will be buried next to her sister, Winifred, at Pleasant Hill Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Unity Hospice or First Presbyterian Church in her memory.
