Welcome Visitors

Information about our church and ministries is available on the Welcome Table near the main doors. Standing nearby are church members who will be happy to answer your questions. Our next membership exploration class is on October 10, 2015.

Child care for infants and toddlers is available in the upper level of the Church School wing during the worship services.

For the convenience of those who need to leave the Sanctuary during worship, the service is video broadcast in the Chapel and the Upper Lounge.

Large print bulletins are available. Please ask the ushers for a copy.

Flowers

The flower arrangement in the Sanctuary this morning was arranged by Cindi Ritcey Fox.

Online Documents and Information

Official documents of First Congo and links to announcements, news and other information reside on our website. Visit www.firstcongoappleton.org/read-it-here to connect with First Congo in a variety of ways: an electronic version of The Open Door newsletter, social media, blogs and more.

Online Streaming and Podcasting

On Tuesdays we post our sermon audio and an online written transcript at www.firstcongoappleton.org/sermons. To subscribe to a podcast of the sermon audio, please visit www.firstcongoappleton.org/sermons/feed and choose an option.

Members in Service

August 23, 2015 9:30 AM

Main Door Greeters Susan Lammers

Bridge Greeters

Welcomers

Usher Team Captains Rick and Sue Detienne, Rick Behm

Lay Reader Bill Ritcey

Multi-Media—audio Paul Diem

Multi-Media—video Max Edwards

Infant/Toddler Room

Counters 8/24/15 C. J. Grafwallner, Mary Guenther

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August 23 Highlights at First Congo

Pastor Jane’s last Sunday will be August 30. There will be a special

Liturgy of Farewell during the service and a reception in Fellowship

Hall after worship.

August 29 23rd-Annual Celebrate Diversity Picnic ....................... p. 8

Donating to First Congregational UCC

We encourage members and friends of First Congregational to assist us in planning our budget by pledging each year. Pledge cards are available in the pews and may be placed in the offering plates at any time.

If you donate online, you may still participate in the weekly offering by submitting a giving card, found in the pews. Online pledges and contributions may be made at the First Congregational membership portal, https://fcucc.proclaimcrmonline.com. Reach this page quickly and easily by scanning our QR code with your smartphone.

Members in Service Next Week

August 30, 2015 9:30 AM

Main Door Greeters

Bridge Greeters

Welcomers Diane Ragus

Usher Team Captains Joanne and Mark Shropshire, Mike Spurlock

Lay Reader Sue Detienne

Multi-Media—audio Rick Behm

Multi-Media—video Kris Behm

Infant/Toddler Room

Counters 8/31/15 C. J. Grafwallner, Pat Streur, Jill Anthony

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THE ORDER OF WORSHIP

THIRTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST

August 23, 2015 9:30 AM

Welcome to The Church of the Open Door.

Our door is open to you at whatever point you are in your journey of faith.

PRELUDE

O Love That Will Not Let Me Go Emma Lou Dierner

(Please sign the registration form on the end of the pew, pass it down the row, and then return it, that all may know the names of those sharing in worship today. Prayer request cards are collected at the ends of the pews as well.)

RINGING OF THE CHURCH BELL

WELCOME

GREETING

*CALL TO WORSHIP

Leader: You are called to leave your troubles and worries behind for a time.

People: We bring our full selves to this sacred time and space.

Leader: You are called to bring all that you are, broken and unbroken.

People: We bring our full selves to this sacred time and space.

Leader: You are called to center and listen for God's voice.

People: We bring our full selves to this sacred time and space.

Leader: Let us worship God!

All: We worship God in thanks and praise!

*PROCESSIONAL HYMN #8

From All that Dwell Below the Skies LASST UNS ERFREUEN

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*PRAYER OF CONFESSION

We confess to you, our God, and before one another that we have fallen short. You open the doors of your house and invite us in, not as strangers but as family. You rejoice in being with us and take delight in our joy. But too often we have other places to go on our agendas. Your house is nice, but there are other places we desire to visit. Perhaps we have spent so little time with you, we have forgotten the joy in coming home. Forgive us and welcome us once again. In the name of your Son, Amen.

*ASSURANCE OF PARDON

*GLORIA PATRI

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be world without end. Amen.

CHILDREN’S SERMON

(As the children come forward, the ushers will collect the prayer request cards. Children are invited to sit with their families for the remainder of the service.)

ANTHEM

I Am the Shepherd Tom Fettke Based on John 10:11-18, 26-30

Women’s Trio

PRESENTATION OF TITHES AND OFFERINGS

A MUSICAL OFFERING

The Power of Your Love Geoff Bullock arr. Jane Holstein

Women’s Trio

*DOXOLOGY

Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise God, all creatures here below; Praise God above, ye heavenly host: Creator, Christ, and Holy Ghost. Amen.

*PRAYER OF DEDICATION

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GATHERING OF JOYS AND CONCERNS

Leader: The Lord be with you. People: And also with you. Leader: Let us pray.

THE LORD’S PRAYER (In unison)

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.

PRAYER HYMN #444

Lord of All Hopefulness SLANE

NEW TESTAMENT READING Acts 16:25-34 (NT p. 166)

MEDITATION

"The Believers’ Feast" Rev. Jane Anderson

*CLOSING HYMN #240

I Love Your Church, O God ST. THOMAS

*BENEDICTION

POSTLUDE

Introduction and March on He Leadeth Me Camil Van Hulse

*The Congregation Standing

Following worship this morning is the baptism of Abraham Alexander Steinlage on the labyrinth.

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THE SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM

ABRAHAM ALEXANDER STEINLAGE

Parents: John and Lindsay Steinlage Godparents: Kathryn and Paul Muller, Angela and David Savides

ADDRESS

QUESTIONS OF THE PARENTS AND SPONSORS

*CONGREGATIONAL ASSENT

People: We promise our love, support and care.

BLESSING OF THE WATER

ACT OF BAPTISM

UNISON PRAYER OF BLESSING

Dear God of gentleness and love, once more you have spoken words of hope in the birth of a child. We delight in this new gift of life. Let your blessing and strength rest upon Abraham and his family. May they cherish his life and lead him in the ways of faith. In the name of your Chosen One, Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.

INTRODUCTION OF THE CHILD

TODAY’S MUSICIANS

Jon D. Riehle, organist Kris Glenn, Jennifer Plamann, Tami Johnson, vocal trio

Worship Schedule

August 30, 2015 Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost 9:30 AM “Jesus Tears Up the Guest List” Rev. Steve Savides Verses: Luke 14:7-14 Music: The Sanctuary Choir; Karen Leigh-Post, mezzo-soprano; Ashleigh Kreider, soprano; John Daniel, trumpet; Greg Austin; violin; Vicki Daniel, percussion

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JOYS AND CONCERNS OF OUR FAITH COMMUNITY

Members of our church family benefit from our prayers, support, and words of encouragement as they celebrate special times or struggle with difficulties in their lives. Please keep these people in your prayers and greet them with a loving word when you see them.

If you are in the hospital, please let the church know, as we are not always notified. In cases of a pastoral emergency, please call (920) 810-2600.

New Prayers for:

Debbie Adams’s brother Jim Agnes Chech, mother of Joy Kubiak Lyndee Aleman Judy Burdick, mother of Megan

Burdick-Grade Fred Caspari Christians being persecuted in Iraq Lindy Euclide, father of Beth Detienne Dolores Frederick, mother of Dave

Frederick Ruth Harstern Sandy Hubert Tami Johnson’s sister, Colleen Nancy Luther Faye Nevenhoven, sister of Gwenn

Salonen Those on the mission trip to Pine Ridge

Reservation Lane Pittner Rick Reid Eileen Singler Sarah Taylor Larry Tuttle Elden Willing

Continuing Prayers:

Vivian Applegate B. J. Barnes Katie Behl Barb Boren Dena Collier Margitta Furnner Ken Geiger Evelyn Gelbke Shirley George Maggie Hendrick Eunice Klemp Tom LaViolette Military stationed in Afghanistan Rick Kramer, Richard Miller’s son-in-law Kimberly Krause, daughter-in-law of Tim

and Sara Hoff John Masaros Phyllis Moore Tom Ott’s mother and sister-in-law Ruth Schultz Amanda and Cheryl Spindler Mya Wardle, daughter of Brian and Lecia

Wardle Lauren Wittwer

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THE OPEN DOOR

August 23, 2015 Volume 15, Issue 46

Pastor’s Message

Fall CYF Ministries!

It’s hard to believe, but summer is passing us by, school is starting up, and a new year of children’s and youth ministry is beginning. Kristin Underwood (Director for Children’s Ministry), Georgia Berceau (Middle School Coordinator) and I are all very excited about getting your children and youth involved at First Congregational. So, on behalf of the staff and the countless volunteers in our ministry teams, let’s get going!

If you are a parent or guardian of a child or youth, we invite you to come to parent orientation. We will share about the content and mission of our ministries and about opportunities to volunteer. We will introduce supporting staff and volunteers, and get to know each other. Here are some important dates for parents and guardians. All orientations are in the Fellowship Hall.

Church School Parent Orientation, September 9, 6:30–7:30 PM and September 20, 9:45–10:30 AM

Middle School Parent Orientation, September 16, 6:30–7:00 PM High School Parent Orientation, September 16, 7:0 0–7:30 PM 2015–2016 Confirmation Orientation for mentors, parents and confirmands,

October 7, 6:30–7:30 PM.

It’s also important that all children and youth participating in our ministries are registered. The online registration process helps us to prepare a safe and loving environment for your child. Please help us be as prepared as possible. You will need to create a profile on our membership portal if you have not done so already. An easy “cheat sheet” with directions is found under the “Read it Here” tab at the top of our church website. Each child can then be registered from your portal homepage. If you have any questions, please contact the church office.

Each year approximately 300 children and youth participate in our ministries over half a dozen times throughout the year. Many of these children and youth are here almost weekly! From musicals to mission trips, weekend retreats to Wednesday night discussion groups and service projects, we are blessed with many lively and vibrant young faces. Thank you for trusting us with your children and allowing us to share the invaluable gift of faith for generations to come.

Peace, Pastor Nick

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Congregational Life

Jane Anderson, Pastor for Congregational Life

Thanks from the Fellowship

Team

What a party we had August 12! It was an awesome farewell party for Pastor Jane, complete with fabulous music and a delicious meal. The Fellowship Ministry Team extends a huge thank you to the more than 30 volunteers who assisted us with the meal and all that went with it, including the set up and take down of tables and chairs.

Special thanks go out to Fellowship Team member Chuck Spanbauer for orchestrating the meal. Special thanks also to Gale Korth and Leigh Grube for providing the flowers, and to Leigh for her artistic arrangements of them for the tables. Everyone who helped out was essential to the success of this event.

23rd-Annual Celebrate Diversity

Picnic

Saturday, August 29, 12:00–4:00 PM Appleton Memorial Park Pavilion

This potluck picnic is an annual tradition that brings people together for food, fun and laughter, and promotes inclusion and goodwill in our community. Sponsored by the local nonprofit Celebrate Diversity Fox Cities, this event is free, family-friendly and open to all. We invite you to

bring a dish to pass, and we will provide main dishes and beverages. There will be children's games, music, face painting, door prizes, a piñata and more!

For more information, please contact celebratediversityfoxcities@gmail.com. The event is sponsored by Associated Bank, Bemis, Menasha Corporation Foundation, 91.1 The Avenue, Bergstrom Automotive, Fox Valley Technical College, Mile of Music and Insta Print Plus.

We’re O.F.F.!

Summer outdoor fun and fellowship

Our last Outdoor Fun and Fellowship event of the season is coming up on September 12. We’ll be taking a bike trip around Green Lake. If you’d like to join us, please sign up by September 10 at www.firstcongoappleton.org/ministries/fellowship/outdoor-fun or by calling Nancy Brown-Koeller at (715) 853-6625. Full details are available on our website.

Men's Fellowship

Join us on September 12

The Men's Fellowship group meets over doughnuts and coffee once a month, 8:30–10:30 AM, for fellowship, prayer and mutual support for one another in facing the issues of our lives. Please drop in and visit with us! Note that this month is an exception to our regular first Saturdays schedule.

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Labyrinth Garden Workshops

September 5 and 19, 10:00 AM

These workshops are the second and third of a series held this summer.

The goal of the labyrinth workshop series is to help explain the wonderful richness of the

flora surrounding the labyrinth to church members and any other interested individuals, and to recruit help to rejuvenate and maintain the plantings.

During the workshop, we will remove plants that are taking over spaces, and any weeds we can find. We will also be planting a few new shrubs and perennials to help add some color into the space and help add diversity. Currently in the Labyrinth we have sedum, lilacs, dogwoods, yarrow, little bluestem and Karl Foerster to name a few! A landscape architect will be helping to direct our efforts and will also be able to answer any plant questions you may have!

Simply Mindful Monthly

Gathering

Thursday, September 10, 6:30–8:00 PM

Simply Mindful is a monthly gathering at First Congregational to practice bringing

mindfulness into daily life. Each month we start with a basic mindfulness exercise and then apply that practice to a timely holiday, event or issue to gain greater insight, understanding and clarity.

The group welcomes people new to mindful practice and more experienced practitioners, too. If you’re interested in joining us, please let us know that you’re coming by signing up in the Narthex or registering online on the events calendar of the membership portal, https://fcucc.proclaimcrmonline.com/Events/Calendar.

Chrysalis this Fall

Meetings resume September 1

Chrysalis will begin discussing the book Learning to Walk in the Dark by Barbara Brown Taylor on Tuesday, September 1 at 5:30 PM. In her book, Taylor asks us to put aside our fears and anxieties to

explore all that God has to teach us "in the dark." Come and join us on the first and third Tuesdays of the month from 5:30 to 6:45 PM in the Upper Lounge. Chrysalis is a women's spiritual formation group focusing on community building through Bible study, prayer and reflection on our own spiritual journey. For additional information contact Trish Brehm, (920) 739-8522 or

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www.firstcongoappleton.org/contact/Trish%20Brehm, or Sheryl DeHart, (920) 731-2620 www.firstcongoappleton.org/contact/Sheryl%20deHart.

Rally Sunday Picnic

September 13 following 9:30 worship Fellowship Hall

Rally Sunday will be here before you know it, and we invite you to join others from your church family for our annual Rally Sunday Picnic. The

Fellowship Team will be serving an egg dish, coffee cake and fruit. Rally Sunday is our celebration of the beginning of a new program year at First Congregational.

The Fellowship Team could use some help with set-up and clean-up. Please check the sheets on the sign-up table.

Youth and Families

Nick Hatch, Pastor for Youth and Spiritual Outreach Kristin Underwood, Director for Children’s Ministries

Georgia Berceau, Middle School Coordinator

Church School Orientation

Things are changing in Pathways! You are invited to attend Church School parent orientation on Wednesday, September 9 at 6:30-7:30 PM in Fellowship Hall or

between services on Sunday, September 20 in Fellowship Hall.

We will take a look at what the kids will be studying this year, how you can help (both at church and at home), service projects that will be child-centered and the registration process.

If you are interested in being a part of this exciting time, either as a volunteer, teacher or member of the Children’s Ministry Team, please email Kristin Underwood at www.firstcongoappleton.org/contact/Kristin%20Underwood.

Don’t Forget to Register!

Have you registered everyone in your family for church school and youth offerings this fall? If not, please update your family members’ profiles in our membership portal and do so soon. All you need to know may be found at firstcongoappleton.org/cyf.

What Are High School Small

Groups All About?

What do high school students do on Wednesday evenings in small group? For seven weeks in the fall, seven weeks in the winter, and sometimes four weeks in the spring, students gather for an hour-long

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discussion led by a dedicated adult. These discussions are part of a three-year curriculum covering youth-relevant topics identified at the curriculum retreat hosted by Youth Ministry Architects at our church! The topics include: commitment, character, spirituality, courage and multiple Lenten studies meant to teach youth more about Christ.

Worship and Music

Steve Savides, Senior Pastor John Albrecht, Director for Music Ministries

Beautiful Music Challenge

Our Beautiful Music Organ Preservation Fund drive is a grand success! We raised over $17,000.00 against a challenge grant from Dr. Sandra Mills. A special thank you goes to everyone who supported this very important music ministry initiative.

Blessings to all of you who were able to help.

Your Stewardship Ministry Area Team

Music Ministry—You Are Invited!

The new fall season of music ministry is almost here, and you are invited to “sing (and play) a new song unto the Lord!” Please register online at www.firstcongoappleton.org/music/

ensembles with your vocal and instrumental interests, including:

Sanctuary Choir (Grade 9—adult) Begins Wednesday, Sept. 9, 7:00 PM

Children’s Choir (Grades 2–6) Begins Wednesday, Sept. 23, 4:30 PM

Youth Handbells (Grades 7–12) Begins Wednesday, Sept. 30, 5:45 PM

Family Handbell Workshop (all ages) Begins Sunday, October 18 between services

Percussion Ensemble (Grades 7–adult) Performs Oct. 11

Instrumental and Vocal Music (Adults, ongoing)

Youth Instrumental and Vocal Music (Grades 7–12, ongoing)

Finally, our LU Music Scholars resume rehearsals on Sunday evening, September 13.

Please contact John Albrecht with any questions at (920) 733-7393, ext. 230 or firstcongoappleton.org/contact/John%20Albrecht.

Thank-you!

Amanda and I deeply appreciate the concern our church has shown for our son, Elijah. His brain surgery went well, and his follow-up appointments show that the surgery has relieved his inner-cranial pressure. We will just keep monitoring him over the years. We are grateful to our surgeon and Children's

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Hospital in Milwaukee for this miracle, and grateful to you for your love and concern.

Pastor Nick

Mission and Service

Deb Burich, Director for Mission and Service

2015 Women’s Equality Day

Wednesday, August 26, 4:30–6:00 PM

Come hear keynote speaker and clinical psychologist Denise Valenti-Hein, PhD, speak on “You’ve Come a Long Way, Baby—(but then why are you still calling me ‘baby’?)” This event will also include the presentation of the Making Democracy Work Award.

Women’s Equality Day is sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Appleton and will be held at the Fox River Environmental Education Alliance, Inc (FREEA), 1000 N. Ballard Road, Appleton.

Please register by Friday, August 21 either online at www.lwvappleton.org or by sending a check to LWV Appleton, P.O. Box 1281, Appleton, WI 54912. The cost of the event is $10.00.

New Need for Refugee

Resettlement Assistance

Refugee families from Congo are due to arrive in Appleton over the next few weeks, and First Congregational’s Good Neighbor Team is seeking new volunteers

to partner with World Relief Fox Valley in assisting their resettlement transition.

This is an opportunity to be the heart, hands and feet of Christ by serving those who have suffered violence and persecution and been displaced from their homeland. Volunteers can offer assistance in many ways, such as: setting up apartments before their arrival; joining with others in giving a much-needed, hearty welcome at the airport, where refugees often arrive anxious and alone; taking them to appointments; and visiting them at their apartment to offer friendship and assistance.

World Relief and other Fox Valley organizations provide core relocation support such as finding housing, employment, language lessons, etc., while the Good Neighbor Team is more like a family surrounding them with love and assistance with day-to-day needs and cares. This is a highly moving and rewarding outreach.

If interested in volunteering as an individual directly with World Relief or in joining our Good Neighbor Team, please contact Sarah Klintworth, (920) 720-9962 or www.firstcongoappleton.org/contact/sarah%20klintworth, or see Deb Burich.

New Mission Team on Climate

Change

Our Mission and Service ministry team is seeking people interested in joining a new

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Climate Change Action Team. We have been invited by the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship to form a team that will collaborate with their Climate Justice Action Team and other faith communities in the area.

The UU vision for their team is:

act in a leadership role with other congregations and organizations

achieve UUA Green Sanctuary accreditation

create a cleaner, more environmentally sound Fox Valley

increase opportunities for young people in climate justice activities

Our team will work toward a similar vision, which will be refined by the team once it is formed.

If you are interested in being part of First Congregational’s Climate Change Action Team, please contact Deb Burich, Director for Mission and Service, www.firstcongoappleton.org/contact/deb%20burich.

Ecumenical/Community Poverty

Simulation

September 20, 11:30 AM–3:00 PM

Together with other faith and secular community members, you are invited to participate in a poverty simulation facilitated by CAP Services (Community Action Program) and coordinated by members of the Congregational United

Church of Christ, Neenah-Menasha and the First United Methodist Church, Neenah-Menasha. The poverty simulation is designed to help people better understand the realities of poverty. Participants will experience the complexities and frustrations of living in poverty day to day. With a greater awareness of its impact, we can more effectively address poverty issues in our community and beyond.

All participants are invited to a light lunch to be served at 11:30 AM and the simulation will begin at 12:30 PM. Registrations can be made online at http://goo.gl/forms/kTxp5lqlu8, or by calling Congregational UCC at (920) 725-4873. Please register no later than September 16.

Back Bay Mission Remembers

Hurricane Katrina

August 23–31, 2005

Ten years ago this month, Hurricane Katrina devastated the Gulf Coast. By the end of the storm, more than 200 people had died, more than 60 people were missing, and billions of dollars of damage had been done in Mississippi alone.

Back Bay Mission is posting about the hurricane on their social media sites throughout the month. Beginning on August 23, they will live tweet the timeline of the hurricane (@backbaymission), and on August 28, a video will be posted on YouTube

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featuring interviews of mission staff and friends who worked to rebuild the Gulf Coast.

Our next mission trip to Back Bay is scheduled for July 16–23, 2016. This trip is joined with our annual youth mission trip. On the adult side of the trip, we need construction mentors and leads for the youth, and adults to teach and oversee youth in home rehabilitation projects. Chaperone responsibilities will be addressed on the youth side of the trip.

If you’d like to come with us, please contact Ken Jahnke or Deb Burich. www.firstcongoappleton.org/contact/Ken%20Jahnke (or Deb%20Burich).

Supporting LEAVEN

According to LEAVEN’s 2014 annual report, volunteers donated 17,261 hours of service in 2014. This is the equivalent of 8.3 full-time employees and 67% of all hours worked at the organization.

Funding support for LEAVEN comes from a variety of sources: foundations (39%), individuals (21%), faith-based communities (13%), the government (11%), other organizations (9%), donated goods and gas vouchers (4%), businesses (2%), and fundraising events (1%).

One client says “Thank you for the assistance you provided to me at a time in my life when I was struggling like never

before! I will always remain in gratitude for the kindness and support I received and the respectful way in which I was treated. I am back on my feet and would now like to return this for the aid of another.”

If you are interested in volunteering for LEAVEN, please contact Jann Kostecke at www.firstcongoappleton.org/person/jann-kostecke.

ESTHER Banquet

Sunday, December 6, 5:00 PM

You won’t want to miss this year’s annual ESTHER banquet at the Grand Meridian (no Packers game)! Our dynamic keynote speaker is Rev. Douglas Walker, the national coordinator for criminal justice reform for the General Board of Church and Society of the United Methodist Church. More details are coming, but mark your calendar today!

Administration

Foreign Currency

Occasionally we find foreign currency in our collection plate. Although we appreciate all contributions to First Congregational, The Business Bank and other local banks charge a considerable amount to convert foreign currency to US dollars, often more than the worth of the gift. Please take this into consideration before offering a donation of foreign currency.

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Calendar for August 23--August 29

Sunday, August 23

9:30 AM–10:30 AM Worship, Sanctuary

9:30 AM–10:30 AM Child Care, Toddler Room

Monday, August 24

11:00 AM–12:00 PM Communications Committee, Upper Lounge

12:30 PM–2:00 PM ESTHER Finance Committee, Upper Lounge

6:45 PM–8:30 PM Boy Scout Troop 8, North and South Fellowship Hall, West Conference Room

Tuesday, August 25

9:00 AM–10:00 AM Independent Practice for Strong Bones, South Fellowship Hall

4:15PM–5:15 PM Yoga, Scripture Tent

6:00 PM–8:00 PM Church Council meeting, Upper Lounge

7:00 PM–8:00 PM Fox Valley 94 AA, Common Grounds

Wednesday, August 26

12:15 PM–12:45 PM Loving Acceptance Meditation Group, Upper Lounge

Thursday, August 27

9:00 AM–10:00 AM Independent Practice for Strong Bones, South Fellowship Hall

7:00 PM–8:00 PM Fox Valley 94 AA, Common Grounds

Friday, August 28

7:00 PM–8:45 PM N. A., Common Grounds

7:00 PM–9:00 PM Al-Anon, Upper Lounge

Saturday, August 29

7:00 PM–8:00 PM Fox Valley 94 AA, Common Grounds

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The Ministry

All the Members of the church, Minister Stephen P. Savides, Senior Pastor

Jane B. Anderson, Pastor for Congregational Life Nicholas J. Hatch, Pastor for Youth and Spiritual Outreach

Maynard E. Beemer, Pastor Emeritus John M. Albrecht, Director for Music Ministries

Jon D. Riehle, Organist Deb Burich, Director for Mission and Service

Kristin Underwood, Director for Children’s Ministries Georgia Berceau, Middle School Coordinator Carolyn Frederick, Administrative Assistant Emily Helvering, Communications Assistant

Kathy Kennedy, Housekeeper Mike Atkinson, Custodial Assistant

Paul Diem, Custodial Assistant Tom Ott, Custodial Assistant

First Congregational United Church of Christ 724 East South River Street Appleton, Wisconsin 54915

Phone: (920) 733-7393

Web Site: www.firstcongoappleton.org

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