First PressTogether we Celebrate, Journey & Serve

August 2015

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Greetings from Pastor Dave

What’s Happening at Your Church?Lots.

It is gratifying to observe that your church does not stand still in an interim time and in the good ‘ol summer time. Worship attendance has held very strong through the summer weeks. Two Adult Education Classes have enjoyed stimulating discussions and good attendance. Our Westminster Fellowship high school students and leaders worked with Guatemalan families to build two earthquake resistant houses. Vacation Bible School was a great success with our new Coordinator of Children’s Ministries, Lynn Nuzzo. Dr. Gary Burge, much loved professor at Wheaton College, preached a stirring sermon on “People Who Change the World,” giving vision to young and old alike of what our lives could mean when Christ gets ahold of us. Kingdom Assignment stories have been told in worship by our members who became “world changers” by taking the challenge of investing $100 in a fund-raising project to help those in need. As the seed planted by the farmer in Jesus’ parable brought forth the miracle of a great harvest, so the 100-dollar-bills given out in worship to 100 FPCW members ($10,000 given by an anonymous donor) has become nearly $50,000 that is currently helping refugee families, female veterans at the new Veterans Home in Wheaton, and others you will be hearing about in future weeks.

In August, Pastor Kyle and I will be preaching on the “Beattidues” from Jesus’ introduction to the Sermon on the Mount. These are attitudes of the heart that can transform our lives so we can be “People who change the world.” May it be so of you as, together, we give our very best to demonstrate to those around us that Christ is indeed alive and multiplying our efforts to change the world.--Dave Handley, Interim Pastor

What’s Inside:

Pastoral Coverage, Message from Office and Finance, Stephen Ministry, Food Pantry, Session NotesPage 2

Children, Genesis, WFPage 3

Summer Adult Education, Women’s Ministry PW, FPC Book ClubPage 4

Music Ministry, Thank You Notes, Monday Night at the Movies Page 5

Prayer ListPage 6

CalendarPage 7

Fall Kick-Off, All-Church Picnic Page 8

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Stephen Ministry CornerWhen our Stephen Ministry Team read the dossier of Pastor Dave, we were excited that he has attended Stephen Ministry Leadership Training knows the benefits of this congregational care program. He has already met with the Stephen Ministers and we look forward to his support.

Pastor Kyle will continue as the main staff liaison of the Stephen Program but we are so blessed to have both pastors so committed to this long standing member care program.The Stephen Ministry Team stands ready to be a non anxious presence for those in need. Contacts are Pastor Kyle, Henrieta Ribeiro, Beth Stremel, and Bob Young.

Food PantryFor the month of August we will be collecting canned fruit. Collection areas are located in the Rotunda and the Narthex.

highlights of Session Meeting 7/28/15• Clerk Matt Stremel opened the meeting with a

thought-provoking devotional on the Beattitudes and prayer.

• A letter was reviewed from Elder Charles Scouten that requested a reversal of the way our Per Capita has been paid to Presbytery in recent years, so that we can more adequately contribute our fair share. Session expressed its intention to make this an important issue in planning the 2016 budget.

• Two congregational meetings were called: August 16, following the 9:30 worship service, to elect Agnes Kenton to replace Bryan Sanzotti on the Nominating Committee, and elect Lisa Blake as Deacon to replace Margaret Hershey; and September 20 to elect the Pastor Nominating Committee (PNC), and call Rev. Kyle Roggenbuck to be Associate Pastor.

• Nominating Committee co-chairs John Keating and Jim Carr reported on progress receiving recommendations from members for those who could serve on the PNC. Recommendations will continue to be received through August 24. The proposed slate will be sent to the congregation on September 7. Any who wish to make nominations from the floor at the September 20 congregational meeting should (1) get the person’s approval, and (2) notify the co-chairs so the persons’ qualifications may be reviewed.

• *Gary Kovanda, Office & Finance, reviewed the church budget, noting that June income was low, but gave a “cautiously optimistic” view of the budget for the rest of the year.

Pastoral Coverage While Pastor Dave and Pastor Kyle are away August 3-13 Pastor Dave and his wife will be traveling to Europe to celebrate 45 years of marriage while Pastor Kyle and her husband travel to the Holy Land and Greece to celebrate their 25th anniversary. While the Pastors are away Mabel Koshy and Bob Young have agreed to be on call to respond to any pastoral emergencies. please call the Church Office at (630) 668-5147.

Message from Office and Finance

It is summertime and we especially appreciate your generosity and steadfastness in giving that keeps our finances right side up! Although June giving is almost $44,500 below budget, we continue to show overall positive momentum in pledge receipts and cash flow. It has helped that operating expenses are also below budget year to date. These are all good signs of faithfulness and hearts that are tuned to the needs of all God’s people here through mission and ministry at First Pres, in this community and throughout the world. Thank you!

YTD 2014Operating Income Actual Budget ActualPledge Receipts 489,707$ 445,209$ 486,463$ Unpledged Receipts 47,536$ 49,134$ 48,808$ Special Offering 925$ 378$ 461$ Designated Offerings 8,488$ 14,892$ 8,571$ Use of Designated & Restricted 5,000$ 5,000$ 31,162$ Session Challenge 37,023$ Total Income 551,656$ 551,636$ 575,464$

Operating Expenses:Staff Personnel 373,398$ 383,756$ 420,777$ Administrative 48,318$ 57,208$ 48,906$ Mission Outreach 35,000$ 35,000$ 32,500$ Worship 4,139$ 6,000$ 3,265$ Christian Ed/Youth Ministries 6,823$ 10,398$ 8,193$ Member Life 1,308$ 3,725$ 1,764$ Utiulities/Maint 97,213$ 114,542$ 114,349$ Total Expenses 566,198$ 610,627$ 629,753$

Net Total (14,542)$ (58,991)$ (54,289)$

Non-Operating IncomeInvestment Income 5,903$ 3,750$ 4,435$ Other Income 10,348$ 9,800$ 9,985$

Gain(Loss) of Investments (126)$ -$ 5,012$

Total Non-Oper Income 16,125$ 13,550$ 19,433$

Non-Operating Expenses

Stock/Bank/Online Fees (716)$ (1,000)$ (996)$

Loan Forgiveness (30,000)$

Total Non-Oper Expenses (30,716)$ (1,000)$ (996)$

INCOME OVER(UNDER)EXPENSES (29,134)$ (46,441)$ (35,853)$

YTD 2015

Statement of Revenues and Expenses as of June 2015

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Children’s News

Children’s Worship has a new look! We are now meeting on the south side of Sanctuary Hall and have designated this space for Children’s Worship. Each week the children go downstairs with Ms. Nuzzo and are joined by the Preschoolers and their childcare providers.

Together we explore a Bible story from the scripture sermon theme, share an activity to help them remember it and spend time in prayer. Feel free to stop by sometime and check out the new worship space!

Worship Bags Worship bags for the children to use during the service are located on a rack outside of the two entrances for the children to take into worship with them and return as they leave.

You may have noticed that the children’s bulletins are back now too. There are two different age groups available.

Family Splash Families with children 5th grade and under, enjoy water games, refreshments and fun! On Sunday, August 16, 10:45–12 p.m. meet us on the lawn on Jefferson Street. Bring your bathing suits, pack a lunch and stay for a while. RSVP to Lynn Nuzzo at (630) 668-5147 ext.14 or at lnuzzo@firstpreswheaton.org

Blessing of the BackpacksLet’s send our students and educators back to school with our prayers and blessings. Preschool – Grad School students, bring your backpacks to church on August 16 to have them blessed during the service.

Genesis News

BLAST EventSunday, August 16, Outdoor Movie NightJoin us on Sunday, August 16, 7:30-10 p.m. Bring $5.00 for snacks, your permission form, something to sit on and YOUR MIDDLE SCHOOL FRIENDS!! Look for the neon green card in the mail. Mark your calendar and remember the bug spray!

Questions? Contact Erin Schnack at (630) 681-1651 erinschnack@yahoo.com or Mrs. Kinsey at (630) 668-5147 x20 or mkinsey@firstpreswheaton.org.

All-Church Clean-Up Event (and Pizza!)Calling All Middle Schoolers (and their friends)

Come to church on Tuesday evening, August 11, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. for an All Church Clean-Up. Gardening, washing toys, sharpening pencils and organizing shelves will be some of our tasks. You will be rewarded with pizza and Mr. Jerry Meyer’s famous gutter banana split!! RSVP to Mrs. Kinsey. Adult helpers are needed.

Summer with WFSummer Sundays, 1st & 3rd Sun – Sunday AM will continue every other week at a new time of 10:45-11:30 a.m. following our Summer worship service at 9:30. We will meet in the Rotunda and walk to downtown Wheaton for treats.

Agape & Adelphoi, Every Wed – Small Groups will continue on Wednesday nights at a new time of 6-7:15 p.m. (Girls on the Third Floor, Guys in the Apartment).

Youth Group, Every Other Wed – WF will meet after Agape/Adlephoi every other week for some form of our classic youth group (games, worship, devo, small group) from 7:30-9 p.m. with special events sprinkled in – check each event for details!

August EventsWED, AUGUST 12 @ 7:30-9 p.m. = Classic Youth GroupA classic-style youth group with games, snack, worship, & devo. Be ready for a gaga tourney & bring your favorite snack to share!SUN, AUGUST 30 @ 9:30-1 p.m. = Mission Report & Kick-off Road Rally

Youth will share mission trip “God sightings” in worship followed by kicking off the school year ministry with our annual scavenger hunt complete with fabulous prizes! Please bring a permission form and money for a drive-through lunch.

Children & Youth

Together We Journey

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Summer Adult EducationSunday, August 2

Our Pastor Said Whaaat? 10:45 a.m. in Stewart Hall 101 Enjoy a cup of coffee and a donut and discuss Sunday’s sermon. This casual class is facilitated by Denny Lawson.

The Secret of True Joy: Reflections on the Beatitudes 10:45 a.m. in the Living Room Discipleship is becoming more like Christ. At the opening to the Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 5:1-16, Jesus gives the eight “blessed,” the secret pathway to true Joy in Christ. Come and explore with us Jesus’ eight-fold path. This discussion is led by Pastor Dave Handley.

Special Class on Zomi Student Scholarships 10:45 a.m. in the Ministry Center Meet our college-bound Zomi students on Sunday, August 2, after worship. There are seven students from our Zomi Congregation who will begin college in the fall. Come meet them, hear their stories, college plans and future hopes. Each student will have a time to speak followed by a “getting to know you” fellowship with light refreshments served. Here is a chance to make a difference in a student’s life through prayer, and/or a one-time monetary gift or ongoing sponsorship. Sunday, August 9

Our Pastor Said Whaaat? 10:45 a.m. in Stewart Hall 101 Join Rev. Dr. David McNutt, who will be our guest speaker that morning, in a discussion of his Sunday morning message. Dr. McNutt is the Associate Editor of the InterVarsity Christian Fellowship Academic ministry and a Guest Assistant Professor in the Biblical & Theological Studies Department at Wheaton College.

Tour the Holy Land in 45 Minutes 10:45 a.m. in 104/105 Abraham’s Children has invited Raed Makhouli, our guide for the 2008 and 2015 pilgrimages, to share some glimpses of what the Holy Land looks like today. It’s just a taste of what you

might experience on your own pilgrimage. Raed is a native-born Christian Israeli citizen, fluent in three languages, and licensed by the state of Israel. Afterward there will be a reception/lunch where you can visit with Raed and hear wonderful stories about his leadership from alumni of both pilgrimages. More details to follow. Come and see!

August 16, 23, 30 and September 6

Our Pastor Said Whaaat? 10:45 a.m. in Stewart Hall 101 The Secret of True Joy: Reflections on the Beatitudes 10:45 a.m. in the Living Room

Women’s Ministry/PWWe are no longer collecting magazines or books for Rush University Medical Center. For many years we have done this mission project and have donated thousands of magazines and books for the patients at the hospital. Rush no longer has space for paper periodicals and are moving to a more electronic format. We appreciate all of your support through the years.

FPC Book ClubJoin your FPC book club on Thursday, August 27, at 7 p.m. in the Parish House Living Room for fellowship and a great book discussion.

Our August book of the month is The Same Sky, by Amanda Eyre Ward. It is about motherhood, resilience, and faith. Alice and her husband, Jake, own a barbecue restaurant in Austin, Texas. Hardworking and popular in their community, they have a loving marriage and thriving business, but Alice still feels that something is missing, lying just beyond reach. Carla is a strong-willed young girl who’s had to grow up fast, acting as caretaker to her six-year-old brother Junior. Years ago, her mother left the family behind in Honduras to make the arduous, illegal journey to Texas. But when Carla’s grandmother dies and violence in the city escalates, Carla takes fate into her own hands—and with Junior, she joins the thousands of children making their way across Mexico to America, facing great peril for the chance at a better life.

The Same Sky is about finding courage through struggle, hope amid heartache, and summoning the strength—no matter what dangers await—to find the place where you belong. It is a ripped-from-the-headlines story of two families on both sides of the American border.

Questions? Contact Mary Kinsey (630) 668-5147 x20 or mkinsey@firstpreswheaton.org.

Adult Education

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Music MinistrySummer ChoirThe last Summer Choir will be held on Sunday, August 2. Rehearsal will be held at 8:15 a.m. the morning of the service. If you have any questions, please contact David Lincoln at dlincoln@firstpreswheaton.org.

Westminster ChoirRehearsals begin on Thursday, September 3, from 7:30 - 9 p.m. for adults and high school students looking to join the choir. The Westminster Choir is the primary choir for many services at First Presbyterian Church. The Westminster Choir consists of primarily adults, but high school age singers are encouraged to attend. Hope to see you!

Celebration RingersHandbell ringing is a lot of fun! All members have a great time ringing together. The Celebration Ringers ring at various church services during the year and practice weekly beginning Thursday, September 3, from 6:30 - 7:25 p.m. Adults and high school students are invited!

Youth & Children’s Christmas Eve OrchestraAn orchestra is being planned for Christmas Eve in the Sanctuary. Any child or youth who has played an instrument for at least one year and/or had private lessons is welcome to join the orchestra. We will have four rehearsals to prepare for the Worship Service, times TBD. Please contact David Lincoln by October 1 if you are interested in participating.

A big “Thank You” to all of the singers, instrumentalists, ensembles, and volunteers that assisted with the 2014-2015 Worship Services. The recent Summer Choir was a great hit! Thank you for sharing your gifts and talent with First Presbyterian Church. Any questions about the Worship and Music Ministries at First Pres? Please contact David Lincoln at dlincoln@firstpreswheaton.org, or (630) 668-5147.

Thank you A most grateful, heartfelt thanks for all the prayers, concerns, meals, flowers, Deacons’ visits and magic little yellow care cards that were provided by the wonderful members of our church family during the small “health set-back” in Marge’s life.

We are truly blessed to be a part of this caring congregation.

Blessings,Marge and Bob Stevens

God bless the First Presbyterian staff and congregation for the love, sympathy, and grace shown our family upon the death of Elizabeth McCarthy, Lois’s mother. The care cards and phone calls were very helpful in dealing with her death.

Lois and Ben Heaton

Dear Friends, We are happy to share that Matthew McKee has now completed his 5 year commitment with the Army. He and Kari (his wife) are now located in the Denver area where he will be completing his Business Degree. Karen and I are very grateful for your words of encouragement and prayers while he served both in the States and abroad. You were certainly our strength through those days. Matthew and Kari are also very grateful. Please join us in continued prayers and support for those families in our congregation and all those who serve. It is easy to forget about these folks and their sacrifices made each day. Hopefully they all can be home to stay soon. Peace, Mike & Karen McKee

Monday Night at the MoviesBring the family and come enjoy a movie each Monday night, through August 31, at 6:30 p.m. in Stewart Hall.

The list of movies is available in the Church Office. Donations will be accepted, and money raised will be donated to Black Mountain Children’s Home in North Carolina.

Fellowship

Together We Celebrate

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Prayer List

The First Pres prayer list is available in the church office. Contact the church office at (630) 668-5147 if you’d

like to receive a copy via mail or email

Care Cards

Care Cards are powerful little yellow note cards that provide comfort, strength, and support to others

in need of prayers. They are available in the pews at each service for quick little notes to let one

another know that we are thinking about them and praying for them. They can be dropped off in

the offering plate during services.

If you would like to send a care card from home go to the Care Card link online at https://firstpreswheaton.webconnex.com/CareCard

or print the card below and return it to the church office.

A Care Card for:

We prayed for you in church.

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Kick-Off Sunday and All-Church Picnic

On September 13 we will kick off our fall worship schedule and ministries.

Worship Times: 8:45 & 11 a.m. Adult Education Hour: 10-10:45 a.m. Sunday School: 10-10:45 a.m.

Stay after the services for our Annual All-Church Picnic.

We will enjoy:

• Grilled hamburgers, hot dogs and chicken

• Rick’s famous corn on the cob

• Bounce house and face painting for kids

This is a great opportunity to fellowship with your church family. Invite your friends and neighbors!

Inquirers and New Members ClassesIn September we will offer a two-session class for anyone interested in joining First Presbyterian Church.

The classes will be in the Living Room at First Pres. Childcare is available upon arrangement with the Church Office.

Class Dates:

Sunday, September 20, 9:30–10:30 a.m. Sunday, September 27, 9:30–10:30 a.m. Participants are asked to attend both sessions.

To learn more or make reservations contact the Church Office at (630) 668-5147 or Emily Schmitz at (630) 690-6279.