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Worship, Service, and Lunch Has been Postponed Until November 11th
Our Combined Worship Service scheduled for October 21st has been postponed until Sunday, November 11th, we will have a combined service at 9:00am and following worship we will be packing meals with “Kids Against Hunger.” Following that service project, we will be serving a soup and sandwich lunch for anyone who would like to stay. All are welcome and this will be a great event for families and children (of all ages)! We hope you will join us for a great morning.
Schedule – November 11th
9:00 – “Mostly acoustic” worship service in the sanctuary
10:15 – Meal packing in the fellowship hall for Kids Against Hunger
Around Noon – Soup and sandwich lunch

Hope to see you there!

It’s Officer Nominating Time
Once again, we are starting our annual quest to find a few good men and women who feel called by God to serve as leaders in this congregation. Nominations are being taken for 2019’s new class of Elders and Deacons. To learn more about the nominations process or to nominate someone go to our website.

Thank You
Thank you for all the prayers, meals, cards and especially the fellowship we received while I am recuperating from the broken bone in my leg. You are all so special and appreciated.
Pauly Eaton

Pastor Appreciation
On behalf of the Session, we are extending an invitation to join in celebrating Pastor Clint and Jane, Pastor Michael and Rachelle and their families. We will be honoring them during coffee time on Sunday, October 28th in the fellowship hall. Thank you.

Upper Des Moines Opportunity Food Pantry
The congregations of our county take turns supporting the Upper Des Moines Opportunity Food Pantry. Long ago it was decided by the churches that the county would be best served by having this pantry. Our congregation has the opportunity to provide to the pantry for the months of April and October. Please consider donating your items during the month of October. Items may be placed in the wagon in the Narthex. Monetary gifts are welcome as well.

Operation Christmas Child is so much more than delighting a child in need with a simple gift. In the hands of local churches, every gift-filled shoebox is a powerful tool for evangelism and discipleship – transforming the lives of children and their families around the world through the Good News of Jesus Christ! After receiving shoebox gifts, boys and girls are invited to enroll in The Greatest Journey, our 12-lesson discipleship program where children learn what it means to faithfully follow Christ and share their faith with others.
Please consider packing a shoebox this fall. Pick up a pre-printed shoebox and a brochure from the library window. All shoebox gifts are due back to the church by Sunday, November 11th.

Football Breakfasts
Again this year, First Presbyterian Church will be hosting breakfast and team devotionals on varsity game days. This has been a great experience for us and we are thankful for the opportunity to welcome the team. The numbers have grown steadily and we are regularly serving well over 70 young men at each meal. In order to keep up with the demand, we need your help. This can involve donating food, cooking, serving, or coordinating volunteers. If you are interested in being a part of a breakfast team, call 336-1649, check the sign-up sheet in the narthex or sign up on our website at www.fpcspiritlake.org/football

Sunday Morning Adult Ed
The Book of Genesis: A look at where it all began
Join us as we begin working our way through the first, and perhaps most significant, book in the Old Testament. We will journey together through Genesis exploring what it says about God, Nature, people, and our world and we will examine the key players in the earliest history of people interacting with God. Bring your Bible and your questions as we discover what Scripture does and doesn’t teach about our origins and our existence.

Reforming (2nd) Service Ushers/Greeters Needed
We are in need of Ushers/Greeters for our 2nd Service. Responsibilities include distributing bulletins and greeting worshippers at the center sanctuary doors as well as taking a head count of worshippers (including praise and worship team and those in the nursery. A sign-up sheet is located in the narthex. Sign up for one week or whatever works with your schedule.

Missing Your Pans and Bowls??
With our Soup & Pie Supper right around the corner, we need lots of space in the kitchen. Please stop by the Kitchen to see if your pan or bowl is here. Thank you!!

New Member Recognition
We have set our “New Member” Recognition for Sunday, November 4th. For those of you still in the decision making process, the Membership Committee wants you to know that there is still time to join. If you are interested, please stop in at the church office and we will provide you with a Personal Information Sheet to complete and return. We also ask you to provide us with a picture of your family, either by email or photograph, to post on our bulletin board. Thank you for considering membership at First Presbyterian. We look forward to having you become a part of our church family.

Ladies….of all ages:

Coffee break time every Thursday morning, 8:30 AM is at Lakes Regional Healthcare Coffee Shop. No agenda, just get together with friends and a little chit chat.
Questions: Call Lori Vicker at 515-249-6684.

Recharge is a multi-generational gathering of families, youth, and adults. All church members and guests are invited to participate in the weekly evening of rejuvenation, including a family style meal, educational programming, and fellowship. A schedule of activities and semester pricing are both listed below. We look forward to seeing you and your family!

Wednesday, October 17

No Recharge
No HS Youth Group

Gloria Ditsworth recovering from knee surgery.
Beth Primavera recovering from knee surgery.
Jim Ellingson waiting for a kidney.
Bill (friends of the Petersons) receiving cancer treatments.
Gilbert (friends of the Klosters) receiving hospice care.
Pauly Eaton recovering from a fall.
Jack Burrell recovering from knee surgery.
Chuck Dunn recovering from surgery.
Macy Jennings dealing with lymes disease.
Gary Eaton diagnosed with cancer.
Caila Corcoran recovering from surgery.
Marcia Hill recovering from a broken arm.
Dorothy Fiala hospitalized with health issues.
Bill Kramer recovering from a heart attack.
Patti Meyer diagnosed with alzheimers.
Wilma Kruse recovering from knee replacement surgery.
Jo Megill recovering from hip surgery.
Brent Kasson receiving treatments.
Marj Roseberry dealing with health issues.
Marty Jenkins treating an infection.

Loved ones are kept on our prayer list for one month, unless otherwise requested.

Upcoming Meetings:

October 17th

No Weekly Prayer
No Recharge
No HS Youth Group
Soup & Pie Supper at FPC – 5-7pm
Handbell Choir practice – 7pm
Chancel Choir practice – 8pm

October 18th

Ladies Coffee Break – 8:30am
Men’s Bible Study – 9am
ACT II – 11:53am @ Spirit Lake HS Office

October 20th

FPC Serves at The Banquet

October 21st

Reformed Worship Service – 8:50am
Coffee and fellowship – 10:00am
Sunday School – 10:15am
Confirmation – 10:15am
Adult Ed – 10:30am
Reforming Worship Service – 11:15am

October 22nd

PW Sewing – 9am

October 23rd

Women’s Bible Study – 1:30pm

Reformed Worship Service ~ 8:50am
October 21st

Pianist – Arla Stover
Liturgist – Bob Peterson
Ushers – John, Angie, Sydney & Drey Peterson
Greeters – Cassidy, Stacy, Croix, Sydney & Cade Howard
Video Taping – Milt Nolting
Soundbooth – Jackie Jenkins, Mike Reekers & Tom Ditsworth
Nursery – April Krull
Coffee & Treats – Ron Jenkins, Larry & Sharee DenHerder
Praise Team – Serena Lynch, Kaitlyn Nelson, Liz Steiner, Rachelle Gewecke, Spencer Carlson, Dave Graanstra

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