F I R S T P R E S B Y T E R I A N C H U R C H

324 MADISON ST, JEFFERSON CITY, MO 65101 (573) 636-2149 OFFICE@FPCJCMO.ORG JANUARY 2016

The Presbyterian

Celebrate Lent at First Presbyterian

LENTEN DEVOTION BOOKLET “Light in Darkness” will be available on February 7th. These 47 devotions have been written by members of our congregation, who were asked to share stories of how God’s presence brings light into our life in the shadow times, the stormy times and the dark times of life.

MORNING DEVOTIONALS - Monday through Thursday, 7:30 - 8:00 am in the Parlor. Starting Ash Wednesday, February 10th through Maundy Thursday, March 24th. We will be using the Book of Common Worship and the congregational devotion guide as resources for this time of directed prayer and contemplation led by our pastors.

WEDNESDAY EVENING LENTEN COMMUNION SERVICES - 6:30 pm in Knox Hall. Starting Ash Wednesday, February 10th through Wednesday, March 16th. We will gather to explore the Beatitudes in Matthew 5:1-13. As is our long-time custom, we will be celebrating Holy Communion on the Wednesday evenings of Lent in Knox Hall. All are invited for these inspirational services.

CHILDREN’S PRAYER BOOK FOR LENT - There is a suggested prayer for each day of Lent for the children to say and to think about. The prayers are from their friends in Preschool, K-Plus and our church children, as well as teachers and helpers who work with them. They also have a suggested topic to think about each week as they consider putting money in their fish mite box.

ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING LENTEN OFFERING Fish are given to children and families with reminders to “feed the fish” with money to help others in the world. The OGHS offering supports the Presbyterian Hunger Program, the Presbyterian Disaster Program, and the Self-Development of People Program. COMMUNITY LENTEN SERVICES - 12:00 noon at Central United Church of Christ, 118 West Ashley St. Starting February16th through March 22nd The downtown community churches will gather for Lent around the “I am” sayings of Jesus. All are invited for a short worship service, followed by a lunch hosted and prepared by different churches at Central United Church of Christ. First Presbyterian will be providing worship and lunch on March 22nd. Please come and share this time of visible unity and community in Christ.

LENTEN BOOK STUDY This year we will be studying Maxie Dunnam’s book “Jesus Claims - Our Promises.” We will explore the six “I am” sayings of Jesus and how those “I am” sayings of Jesus speak to us and our lives today. Groups will meet Sunday mornings at 9:40, Sunday afternoon in the Parlor at 3:30, and Monday evenings at Marilyn & Jim Hofmann’s house. Please contact one of the Pastors if you would like to join a group or start a group.

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Carol Sanders helps Jeff Sanders and Kyle Kittrell pack school supplies for their Mission Trip to Nepal. Pastor Dave Henry (behind the

camera), Jeff and Kyle will be leaving January 26 to visit our mission partners in Nepal.

Members of the Joshua House Church joined with FPC on Sunday, January17th to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. during the Sunday Night Live @5 Service. Rev. Adrian Hendricks was the guest preacher.

Kurt Hafley speaking at the Jefferson City Council Meeting on January 4th. Mayor Carrie Turgin read a proclamation supporting mentoring that evening.

January 21st - School Mentoring Party at Firley YMCA.

Dear Disciples of the Resurrected Christ, It seems like Lent and Easter are too close to Christmas this year. We have barely finished celebrating the birth of Jesus and we are now preparing for the death and resurrection of Christ. And yet, there is some deeper truth and challenge to our faith in this movement from life to death to resurrection. It reminds us of the urgency of our faith. When Jesus was in the midst of his brief three year public ministry, he urged his disciples and followers to act now “Repent, the kingdom of heaven is at hand” (Matt. 3: 2). His challenge was to have our faith inform our life every day starting now. And so we set Lent as a time to prepare ourselves. We are not just preparing for Holy Week and Easter, but we are preparing to live as disciples now and for the rest of our lives. So I urge you to take the opportunity to participate in one of the Lenten book study groups based on a Study of the “I am” sayings of Jesus “Jesus Claims-Our Promises” by Rev. Maxie Dunnam. I also urge you to participate in the Wednesday Lenten Communion services in Knox Hall starting on Ash Wednesday. These intimate communion services are a wonderful time to commune with one another and God as we consider our faith journey together. Our Downtown Churches are also offering Tuesday Community Noon Lenten Services this year at Central United Church of Christ (118 West Ashley Street). Even though the location requires that we cross “The Highway,” I would encourage you to share this community service as an expression of our visible unity in Christ. They are wonderful services as different church lead a 30 minute worship service and prepare of meal for those who attend. As part of my person Lenten devotional discipline, I will be meeting with any interested persons in the Parlor from 7:30 to 8 am starting on Ash Wednesday for a brief devotion time. We will meet on Monday through Thursday each week in Lent and use the Book of Common Worship and our church’s devotion guide “Light in the Darkness” as our devotional materials. Please feel free to join me whenever you are available to share in this quiet time together and please use the devotion guide. It is a wonderful way to share this Lenten faith journey with our brothers and sisters in Christ at First Presbyterian Church.

Blessing and peace, Pastor Rob

“...there is some deeper

truth and challenge to our faith in

this movement from life to

death to resurrection. It reminds us of the urgency of our faith.”

3 A Note From the Pastor

MEN’S BREAKFAST at Downtown Diner on High Street is Monday, February 15th at 7:00 am (and the third Monday of each month). Come join us for food, fellowship, prayer and lively conversation!

February Birthdays 1- Walt Vandelicht 1 - Dan Massie 2 - B.J. Jones 2 - Matthew Reinhard 2 - Natalie Mendez 3 - Mary Call 3 - Kara Daly 4 - Judy Rapps 4 - Tom Hickman 5 - Mallory Wilding 6 - Jennifer Hickman 6 - Finley Hoell 7 - Susan Lowry 7 - Rev. Phyllis Stutzman 7 - Linsey Snodgrass 7 - Audrey Shinkle 8 - Rebecca Wilding 9 - Duane Nichols 9 - Marilyn Hofmann 9 - Shelley Swoyer 11 - Stacie Holt 12 - Shannon Bowden 13 - David Epema 13 - Ray Schneider, III 15 - Charles Jackson 15 - Brian Long

16 - Charles Brown 16 - Debby Howland 16 - Cheryl Smallwood 16 - Beth Archias 16 - Eva-Rose Penserum 17 - Don Lehman 17 - Marcia Reed 17 - Jeannine Toomey 17 - Andy Cleeton 18 - Megan Clinton 18 - Cole Ahrens 18 - Jan Haviland 19 - Greg Schildmeyer 19 - Bob Watson 20 - Mary Kabiri 21 - Shelby Beasley 22 - Amy Naaman 22 - Carmen Brown 23 - Denzil Hawes-Davis 24 - Libby Hafley 24 - Abby Bax 24 - Abbie Jansen 25 - Rev. Zac Wolfe 26 - Carter Epema 27 - Zach Nuernberger 28 - Sharen Lehman 29 - Roger Connell

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FAMILY LIFE COMMITTEE

Will sponsor our annual ACTS AND SNACKS on Saturday, February 20 at 6:00 pm. We are looking for folks with musical and other talents to share that evening – singing (solo or group), instrumentals, poetry, storytelling – we would love to have you share. We are also looking for folks to display their talents in Knox Hall – handiwork, quilts, woodworking, etc. See Elder Bill Wilson, Pastor Dave or any member of the Committee if you would like to participate, and come join us for a fun and festive evening! If you would like to join the Committee to help plan for and encourage participation in activities of fun and fellowship for our whole church family please see Bill Wilson or Pastor Dave.

MENTORING We partner with South Elementary School in our Mentoring Program through JCPS (Kurt Hafley) and Big Brothers/Big Sisters. We

also have Mentors at other local schools. It only takes one hour a week to be a Mentor for a child in one of our schools, and it can make a huge impact on their lives. See Pastor Dave or Kurt Hafley if you are interested in Mentoring!

OUR DEACONS NEW MEMBER COMMITTEE

Will host a dinner for our newest members on Friday, February 5 at 6:00 pm in Knox Hall.

TIME AND TALENT SHEETS

Our Stewardship Committee, Session and Board of Deacons appreciates the depth and breadth of gifts and talents of members of First Presbyterian, and we are thankful to all who filled out the Time and Talent Sheets as part of our Stewardship Campaign. We will be making a concerted effort to follow-up with each of you – inviting you to share your gifts in mission, ministry, fellowship and care within our church family and beyond. BUT, you don’t have to wait to be asked! If you would like to help with a particular mission, serve on a particular Committee, assist with a particular event, help with a youth project or program, offer a new idea – speak to one of our Pastors and they will get you in touch with the leaders of that mission, activity or ministry. Our witness to the community and world becomes stronger when we all use our gifts and work together for God’s kingdom!

COLLECTION OF ALUMINUM CAN POP-TOPS for Ronald McDonald Charities if you have pop-tops you are willing to

donate, please place them in the container outside Pastor Dave’s office.

ALPACA GLOVES, SOCKS, CAPS

We have received a new shipment of Fair trade alpaca items from Peru. If you are interested in purchasing alpaca gloves, socks or caps, please see Pastor Dave. Cost is $12 a pair for gloves and socks, and $12 per cap.

MISSION JC Taking “church” out into the community through service projects on a Sunday morning – will be held on Sunday, April 24. There will be many projects to choose from, with registration beginning online on Friday, March 25 at midnight. Right now we are looking for Service Projects – if you have an idea of a project of service in Jefferson City which can be completed on a Sunday morning, please contact Karen Myers, Annell Bailey or Pastor Dave.

5 Presbyterian Women Upcoming Event #2: The Gifts of Women service will be held on March 13 at the 8:30am and 10:45am services. All women will be encouraged and invited to participate and/or attend one of these services. This year's theme will be based upon the “Come to the Waters” PW Bible Study. More information about this later…

Presbyterian Women's National Website: www.presbyterianwomen. Org or their toll-free number is: 844-797-2872.

Other Important Dates in February: February 7: Transfiguration of the Lord

(Exod.34:29-35; Ps.99; 2Cor.3:12-4:2; Luke 9:28-36 (37-43)

February 10: Ash Wednesday (Joel2:1-2, 12-17 or Isa. 58:1-12; Ps. 51:1-17; 2 Cor.5:20b-6;10 Matt. 6:1-6,16-21)

February 14: 1st Sunday in Lent (Deut.26-1-11; Ps. 91:1-2,9-16; Rom. 10:8b-13; Luke 4:1-13)

February 20: Presbyterian Women Mini-retreat at the church

February 21: 2nd Sunday in Lent (Gen.15:12, 17-18; Ps. 27; Phil. 3:17-4:1; Luke 13:31-35)

February 28: 3rd Sunday in Lent (Isa. 55:1-9; Ps. 63:1-8; 1 Cor. 10:1-13; Luke 13:1-9)

Presbyterian Women Historical Tibits: 1930 - The PCUSA approved the ordination of women as elders. Sarah E. Dickson, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, became the first woman ordained as an elder in the PCUSA.

1946 - The National Council of Presbyterian Women's Organizations (PWO) was approved by the General Assembly, PCUSA.

Personal Note: As I am no longer married, I am officially using my maiden name, Bowles, as my last name. My new address is: 2216 Oakview Drive, Jefferson City, MO 65109. Telephone # is: 573-616-9073. Submitted by Margi Bowles, moderator of PW

Presbyterian Women News

Regular Calendar of Events and News for February, 2016

Sewing Ministry Group: meets on the first Monday of every month, unless

otherwise noted. This group meets at 10:00am in the chapel. Sewers and non-sewers are invited to participate in making project-related items. For more information, please contact Jane Bedsworth at 636-9334 or at Beds-j@yahoo.com

Bible Study: will be held on February 3, at 10:30 am in the McAfee Room. Vicki Schildmeyer will be leading the lesson because Pastor Dave will be out of town.

Gathering: will be held on February 3, at 12 Noon in Knox Hall after Bible Study. All women and guests are invited to enjoy lunch and then program: Historic Homes in Jefferson City, MO, to be presented by Henry Gensky.

Circle Groups: (Bible study and fellowship) Faith Circle: will meet on February 9, at 1:30pm

at Heisinger Bluffs. Afternoon Circle: will meet on February 11, at

12:45pm in the church parlor. Coral Circle: will meet on February 16, at 6:30pm

at the church in Knox Hall. Brenda Waters will hostess and Margi Bowles will be leading the lesson. (Its not too late to join one of these; for more information, please call Margi at 616-9073.)

Coordinating Team Meeting: which is the meeting in which activities, etc., are planned for Presbyterian Women will be held on February 13, at 9:30am in the church library.

Kaffee Klatsch: will meet on February 24, at 10:30am at a location to be announced. This gathering of women is a delightful time of casual conversation and enjoying ones favorite coffee/tea and snacks. It usually lasts one hour, maybe longer and all women and guests are invited to join in the fun. If anyone needs a ride, please contact Margi at 573-616-9073.

Upcoming Event #1: The 8th PW mini-retreat entitled, “Stitched Together in Love”will be held at FPC on February 20. Please note the “Save the Date” notice in this newsletter. There will be different activities, including the project of making a quilt for auction. There will be plenty of ways in which to be involved with this for sewers and non-sewers. Sign up sheet to be made available. The cost of the mini-retreat will be $5, which will help cover the cost of quilting supplies and finishing the quilt.

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As part of Jefferson City Faith Voices’ year long “Conversation on Race,” Rev. Starsky Wilson, co-chairman of the Ferguson Commission, spoke to about 50 people gathered at Quinn Chapel on January 13. The independent Commission spent over a year analyzing issues, amassing statistics, and listening to the stories of hundreds of people before issuing its 144 page report, “Forward through Ferguson: a Path Toward Racial Equity.” The Commission was charged with much more than looking at police procedures and problems; they were to examine racial and economic gaps in the St. Louis area and come up with specific recommendations to make the area a fairer and more just place for all.

The final Commission report includes 41 primary calls to action in four sections: Racial Equity, Justice for All, Youth at the Center, and Opportunity to Thrive. Wilson stressed that we need to look at actions and laws carefully through a racial equity lens. Laws should not be passed without honestly looking at who is being impacted and the extent of the impact. The report also calls for clergy and faith leaders to engage in public dialogue and to be a part of policy making. The Justice for All component includes municipal court reform, standardizing policing practices, and training for police. The Opportunity to Thrive includes specific suggestions on issues such as Medicaid expansion, increasing the minimum wage, capping predatory lending, and public transportation. The longest section is Youth at the Center in which the Commission defines child “wellbeing,” and discusses specific ways to support the whole child, allowing the child to thrive.

Rev. Wilson stressed the importance of policy making to combat the issues of racism and poverty. There are many ways to impact policy making, which is clearly more than simply legislation, including carefully considering which philanthropic organization to support. He also urged us to become more involved to work as a faith community to work for justice and social change.

“Forward through Ferguson” is a comprehensive and thought-provoking report that could become a blueprint for St. Louis and other cities to follow. To read the full report, go to www.forwardthroughferguson.org.

OUR SOCIAL JUSTICE MINISTRY TEAM will hold its next meeting on Monday, February 1 at 6:30 pm in the McAfee Room. Come join us as we seek to be faithful in fulfilling the mission of Jesus Christ and the prophetic call to work for justice in our community and beyond. The report following is on the January 13th presentation by Starsky Wilson, co-chair of the Ferguson Committee. Come join us! Contact Elder Scott Johnston or Pastor Dave for more information.

Pastor Rob offered a prayer for children and youth.

Old Business Session members were asked to provide any comments about the summary of the SWOT report that was distributed at the last meeting before the next meeting of the Strategic Planning Team on January 20th.

New Business Pastor Rob nominated, and Elder Long seconded, the appointment of Elder Ahrens and Elder Wilson as Session representatives on the 2016 Church Officer Nominating Committee. Those elections were approved.

The Session approved the call of a Congregational meeting for 10:15 am on January 31, 2016 for the presentation of the 2016 budget and for consideration and approval of the terms of call for the pastors, and for the election of corporate officers.

The Session was adjourned at 8:35 pm following a prayer by Pastor Rob.

Session Minutes continued from Page 7

presented several other items for information. December Year to Date % of Budget Revenues $86,742 $793,160 97% Expenses $80,271 $793,160 97%

Personnel: The pastors were excused for the meeting during Elder Pletz’ report, while the Session considered the recommended terms of call for them, which terms had been set out within the budget documents. Following discussion, the motion was passed for approval of the terms of call, to be presented at the Congregational Meeting on January 31st. The pastors returned to the meeting. Elder Pletz also reported that the committee had reviewed summaries of the pastor evaluations, which were returned by Elders in December, and that two members of the committee had met with each of the pastors to conduct their annual reviews. Worship: Elder Sanders presented the committee recommendations for Rev. Adrian Hendricks from the Joshua House Church to preach at SNL on January 17th and for Rev. Deborah Boucher-Payne, the new MUP General Presbyter, to preach at the 8:30 and 10:45 services on January 31st, both of which were approved by the Session. Elder Sanders also presented a number of items, outlining plans for special worship services through Easter. The committee will be seeking communion servers for 2016. Facilities: Elder Schneider presented several items for information, and he drew the attention of the Session to the need to plan for roof replacement for both Church buildings within the next four years at an anticipated cost of $110,000. Missions: Elder Johnston presented information on several mission items.

Elder Caplinger offered a prayer for the Ministry of Christ at First Presbyterian Church.

Family Life: Elder Wilson said that the Acts and Snacks program had been scheduled for February 20, 2016. Parish Life: Elder Hardman presented the 2016 Parish Life calendar of events and moved for its approval. This was approved. She also presented several items for information. Communications: No report.

Elder Johnston offered a prayer for the Community of the Holy Spirit.

Children’s Weekday Ministry: Elder Ahrens presented proposed tuition increases beginning in the fall for the preschool program as a committee recommendation. Following discussion, the motion was approved. Christian Education: Elder Caplinger presented information on the work of the CE Committee. Youth Ministry Team: Elder Hickman presented the committee’s recommendation for youth to hold their Pancake Feed Fellowship and Fundraiser on April 17th in Knox Hall to support their summer trips. The motion was approved. He also presented a committee recommendation for the Youth Ministry Team to become a free-standing committee, rather than a part of the Christian Education Committee. He will prepare a separate job description for the committee for consideration at a future Session meeting. Elder Hickman presented several other items for information.

A Summary of January 12, 2016 Session Meeting Minutes

The regular meeting of the Session of the First Presbyterian Church was called to order at 6:30 pm by Rev. Dr. Robert C. Erickson. Opening prayer and meditation were offered by Pastor Erickson.

Clerk’s Report Baptisms: Zemira Wolfe was baptized by Pastor Zac Wolfe on December 27, 2015.

Pastor’s Report Pastor Rob presented a list of proposed Session

assignments for 2016 - these were approved, and included corporate officers: Jim Crabtree as president, Walt Vandelicht as vice-president, Karen Laves as treasurer, and Jack Pletz as secretary.

Among information items, Pastor Rob reported that he met with various committees and individuals on church matters, that he continues to teach Bible study on Tuesday mornings - with the class having grown to about 20 people, and that he had made several hospital and nursing home visits.

The three pastors began teaching a new member/explorer class beginning on January 10th.

He has been elected to be on the Presbytery Committee on Ministry for a three-year term.

Pastor Rob will be traveling to Biloxi, Mississippi from January 28 to January 30 to give the invocation at his son Stuart’s installation as squadron commander.

Associate Pastors’ Reports Pastor Dave’s written report was presented to the Session, in which he reported on a number of local and international missions. He will be traveling with Jeff Sanders and Kyle Kittrell to Nepal to meet with our mission partners there from January 26 to February 4, 2016.

Pastor Zac reported that: The December 18th Diaper Drive was very successful,

receiving more than 7,000 diapers and raising $630, which will buy another 7,000 diapers, to be distributed to mothers who are still in school.

He met with a number of youth and committees, and he described the new SNL preaching series.

He will be attending a conference for church educators in Chicago from January 27 to January 30, as part of his continuing education.

Pastor Zac requested approval for 25 to 30 leaders and youth of a Boy Scout troop from Lincoln, Nebraska (his old troop) to be allowed to spend the night of June 18m 2016 in the Church. This was approved.

Committee Reports Stewardship: Elder Carr presented the Stewardship reports through December 31, 2015 and moved for their receipt by the Session. This was approved. Elder Carr presented the pledge support summary report for 2016 for background information and then the 2016 budget for consideration by the Session. He noted that the 2016 budget includes the $20,000 innovative ministry grant from the Synod, which was received by the Church this week for use in the SNL missionary ministry. The budget was approved by the Session. Elder Carr also

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8 SAVE THE DATE

Stitched Together in Love

Women’s Annual Mini Retreat Saturday, February 20, 2016

8:30 am - Noon

Come to the 8th Annual Women’s Mini Retreat At First Presbyterian Church

Our theme will focus on quilts and we’ll get to help make one, in addition to enjoying other group activities, music,

fellowship and food! Enjoy a fun “retreat experience” in just half a day!

Sign up in Knox Hall or call the Church Office to register! Please register by February 14th

(Presented by Presbyterian Women)

S.W.A.T. The Social Action Witness Teams from the four Presbyteries in Missouri – will meet in our McAfee Room on Saturday, January 30 from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm to discuss issues of social justice and how we can work together to speak up for and assist those who are racially and economically oppressed in our State. If you are interested in knowing more about this, see Debby Howland.

SALVATION ARMY – We are called by God to feed the hungry and our church family does this in many ways, including our mission

through the Salvation Army Center of Hope. This mission involves preparing some food, and serving those who come to eat. If you would like information on becoming a member of one of our teams, please contact Deacon Dan McPherson or Pastor Dave.

FPC FOOD PANTRY Each month we see an increase in the number of folks in our community dealing with food insecurity – the reality of not knowing where their next meal will come from or if they will have enough to feed their children. We see this in the number of folks who come by our church seeking assistance through

our Food Pantry. We are providing two bags of groceries to fifty or more families each month, and with changes in the Food Pantry operation of another of the downtown churches, that number will likely increase. We are always in need of cereal, canned fruits and vegetables, pasta & pasta sauce, peanut butter and other non-perishable food items. Items can be brought at any time. Monetary donations can also be given and our Deacon’s Local Missions Committee will purchase items needed in the Food Pantry. If you would like to help with this ministry, or would like more information, see Deacons Bob Rogers or Penny Gottschalk.

PERU MISSION TRIP 2016 The dates for our 2016 Mission Trip to the Amazon Jungle of Peru have been set – with the option of going for one week - May 27-June 4 or June 2-11OR for two weeks – May 27-June 11 (Pastor Dave will be going for two weeks). Again next summer, we will be involved in a construction project in Tamshiyacu, lead a Bible School for the children of the village, work with the Special Needs children, distribute water filtration systems and continue to build relationships with our friends there – and build new friendships as well. See Pastor Dave for more information! Deadline for application for this trip and the first payment is February 7th.

AGAPE HOUSE – Please continue to pray for God’s guidance on the Board of AGAPE House as they seek to discern God’s will for the future of this ministry and the house and property.

NEPAL MISSION TRIP 2016 When you receive this newsletter, Kyle Kittrell, Jeff Sanders and Pastor Dave will be in Nepal visiting with and working with our mission partners there through February 4, as we seek to be faithful in our call to provide educational experiences for more children there. Our Team will be in contact with many of the children we sponsor and their families, worship with Pastor Mahendra and the Aasish Presbyterian Church, and continue to build relationships with our mission partners in Nepal. Please pray for them, and stay tuned for information on their report in the coming weeks.

FAITH VOICES FOR JEFFERSON CITY Will hold its monthly Assembly Meeting on Monday, February 22 at 6:30 pm at Quinn Chapel. The new year will bring new challenges to the mission of assuring economic dignity and racial justice for all in our community and beyond. You are invited to join in this work. For more information see Pastor Dave or any member of our Social Justice Ministry Team.

9 Missions & Ministries

COMMON GROUND BENEVOLENCE MISSION Is another way in which we reach out to the community to meet real needs. Each Friday we provide one or two volunteers at Common Ground to answer the phone, schedule appointments and welcome those who come in. Additional volunteers are needed. If you are interested in learning more about this mission, or considering volunteering, please see Pastor Dave.

RIVER CITY HABITAT FOR HUMANITY is always in need of volunteers to help with building homes. See Kyle Kittrell for more information.

First Presbyterian Church is actively involved in over 20 local, national and international missions, from serving meals at the Salvation Army only a few blocks from the church, to sponsoring children so that they can receive an education in Nepal. We provide food for our community neighbors through our Food Pantry and our Sunday evening fellowship dinners. We provide clean, safe drinking water for families in Peru and food for children in Malawi and the list goes on and on. Each mission depends on the prayers of many in our church family, and on volunteers who are able to give time and effort to the particular mission. If you would like to know more about any of our missions, or would like to serve on our Missions Committee, please see Elders Scott Johnston, Jane Beetem or Pastor Dave.

E V E R Y W E E K 7:00 pm Monday– Boy Scouts - Troop 2 9:30 am Tuesday - Bible Study in McAfee Room 1:30 pm Tuesday - Staff Meeting 6:00 pm - Wednesday - SWAG (Mid Highs) Meet 7:00 pm - Wednesday - EPIC (Senior Highs) Meet 7:00 pm - Wednesday - Choir Practice

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8:30 am - Service of Worship 9:40 am - Sunday School for All Ages 10:45 am - Service of Worship 11:45 am– Coffee Fellowship/Knox Hall 3:30 pm - Presbyterian Children’s Fellowship 5:00 pm– Sunday Night Live @5 Worship Service 5:45 pm - Shared Meal in Knox Hall Monday, February 1 7:30 am Bible Study in Pastor Rob’s Office 10:00 am Sewing Ministry Group in the Chapel 5:00 pm Facilities Committee in the Library 5:30 pm Cub Scouts - Pack 316 in Knox Hall 6:30 pm Stephen Ministers in the Parlor Tuesday, February 2 6:15 pm Deacon Officers Meet 6:30 pm Deacon Committees Meet 7:00 pm Board of Deacons Meet Wednesday, February 3 10:30 am Presbyterian Women Bible Study in the McAfee Room 12:00 pm Presbyterian Women Gathered Meeting and Luncheon in Knox Hall 6:00 pm Stewardship Committee Thursday, February 4 9:30 am Parish Life Committee in the Library 5:30 pm Worship Committee in the Library Friday, February 5 6:00 pm New Member Dinner & Corley Loaves & Fishes Group in Knox Hall Saturday, February 6 8:00 am Faith Voices of Jefferson City in McAfee Room & Knox Hall 5:00 pm Young Adults Gathering at Pastor Rob’s Sunday, February 7

BOY SCOUT SUNDAY 2:00 pm Worship Service at Primrose Center Monday, February 8 7:30 am Bible Study in Pastor Rob’s Office 4:30 pm Serve Supper at Salvation Army 5:30 pm Cub Scouts - Pack 316 in the Gym 7:00 pm Boy Scouts Court of Honor in Knox Hall Tuesday, February 9 1:30 pm Presbyterian Woman - Faith Circle at Heisinger Bluffs 6:30 pm Session Meets Wednesday, February 10

ASH WEDNESDAY 7:30 am Lenten Devotion & Prayer in the Parlor 4:30 pm Serve Supper at Salvation Army 6:30 pm Lenten Communion Service in Knox Hall Thursday, February 11 7:30 am Lenten Devotion & Prayer in the Parlor 12:45 pm Presbyterian Women Afternoon Circle in the Parlor 4:30 pm Serve Supper at Salvation Army 5:00 pm Youth Leave for Mission Trip to Nebraska Friday, February 12

PRESCHOOL CLOSED 10:15 am Meals on Wheels

Saturday, February 13 9:30 am Presbyterian Women Coordinating Team in the Library 11:30 am Serve Lunch at the Ken Locke Apartments Sunday, February 14

FIRST SUNDAY IN LENT VALENTINE’S DAY

1:00 pm Worship Service at Riverside Nursing Center Monday, February 15

PRESIDENTS’ DAY - CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED 7:00 am Men’s Prayer Breakfast at Downtown Diner 7:30 am Lenten Devotion & Prayer in the Parlor 4:30 pm Serve Supper at Salvation Army 5:30 pm Cub Scouts - Pack 316 in Knox Hall 6:30 pm Stephen Ministers in the Parlor Tuesday, February 16 7:30 am Lenten Devotion & Prayer in the Parlor 12:00 pm Community Lenten Service & Luncheon at Central United Church of Christ 6:30 pm Presbyterian Women - Coral Circle in Knox Hall Wednesday, February 17 7:30 am Lenten Devotion & Prayer in the Parlor 5:45 pm SWAG (Mid Highs) Meet 6:30 pm Lenten Communion Service in Knox Hall Thursday, February 18 7:30 am Lenten Devotion & Prayer in the Parlor 10:30 am Retired Adults Fellowship in Knox Hall Friday, February 19 6:30 pm Loaves & Fishes at the Bailey’s Home Saturday, February 20 9:00 am Presbyterian Women Mini-Retreat 6:00 pm Acts & Snacks Sunday, February 21

SECOND SUNDAY IN LENT Monday, February 22 7:30 am Lenten Devotion & Prayer in the Parlor 6:30 pm Faith Voices at Quinn Chapel Tuesday, February 23 7:30 am Lenten Devotion & Prayer in the Parlor 12:00 pm Community Lenten Service & Luncheon at Central United Church of Christ Wednesday, February 24 7:30 am Lenten Devotion & Prayer in the Parlor 10:30 am Ladies Kaffee Klatsch - location TBD 4:30 pm Serve Supper at Salvation Army 6:30 pm Lenten Communion Service in Knox Hall Thursday, February 25 7:30 am Lenten Devotion & Prayer in the Parlor Saturday, February 27 11:30 am Serve Lunch at Ken Locke Apartments Parents Night Out Youth Fundraiser (time TBD) Sunday, February 28

THIRD SUNDAY IN LENT Monday, February 29 7:30 am Lenten Devotion & Prayer in the Parlor

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12 On January 4th, the FPC youth had lunch at HuHot in Columbia and served at the Central Missouri Food Bank.

The FPC Youth also enjoyed an Overnighter on January 15th. They went to Tan-Tar-A Waterpark,

Andy’s Frozen Custard, Camp Covenant Point and spent the rest of the night at FPC.