October 19, 2025 – “The Grace in Picking Up Someone Else’s Trash”
Overview
What does faith look like on a Monday morning? What if it’s found in the simple, everyday acts of service we do for others?
This past Sunday, we explored a powerful and practical question in a sermon titled, “The Grace in Picking up Someone Else’s Trash.” We dove into Galatians 5 with guest pastor Tom Schoffelman to see how true freedom in faith leads us to serve one another and cultivate the “fruit of the Spirit”—like love, joy, patience, and kindness—in our often messy and turbulent lives.
This service was filled with a message of hope, a moment of peace, and uplifting music. No matter who you are or where you are on your journey, you are welcome here.
October 12, 2025 – “Leaning Into Our Legacy”
Overview
We kicked off our stewardship season with a powerful message about gratitude and legacy!
Pastor Katie preached “Leaning Into Our Legacy” as we celebrated 150 YEARS of faith at First Presbyterian Church.
Highlights from the service included:
A Gospel reading on the healing power of gratitude (Luke 17:11-19)
Beautiful music featuring Handel, Brahms, and more
A special time with the children Root beer floats at Fellowship Hour to celebrate being rooted in faith!
Special devotional guides were made available, highlighting our incredible 150-year journey.
It was a wonderful time discovering what God is doing among us!
“Great and awesome are the works of God. The whole universe sings of God’s power.”
October 5, 2025 – World Communion Day
Overview
This past Sunday, we gathered with Christians around the globe to celebrate World Communion Sunday, a sacred time of unity, peace, and shared faith.
It was a meaningful worship service filled with music, prayer, and reflection. Pastor Katie Estes shared a powerful message titled “Named and Claimed,” reminding us of our identity in Christ and our calling to live with purpose and hope.
From the stirring prelude “More Love to Thee” to the heartfelt anthem “At the Table of the Lord,” the music uplifted our spirits and prepared our hearts for communion.
Together, we broke bread and shared the cup, joining hands (and hearts) with believers across cultures and continents in celebration of God’s grace.
It was a beautiful moment of global connection and spiritual renewal where longtime members and first-time visitors were all welcomed. The service was a reminder that “We Wait the Peaceful Kingdom”—and that we wait together.
