Presbytidings – October 2023
The Newsletter of First Presbyterian Church
216 West Third Street, Wayne, Nebraska 68787
(402) 375-2669 + http://www.fpcwayne.com
“Our chief end is to glorify and enjoy God forever.”
From the Pastor…
In my opinion the weather this past week has been ideal, temperatures in the low 80’s and high 70’s and cool nights. I enjoy many aspects of fall, the cool weather, the trees changing colors, pumpkins, gourds, and mums. A couple of other good reasons to like October include National Pumpkin Spice Day (Oct. 1st), enjoy a pumpkin spice latte and National Cinnamon Roll Day (Oct. 4th) — both good reasons to love October.
Another event which happens annually on the first Sunday in October is World Communion Sunday. On this Sunday Christians around the globe remember Jesus Christ is the Head of the Church and that every Christian Church and any denomination that promotes Christian unity are one.
The origin of this celebration was the idea of Dr. Hugh Thompson Kerr, pastor of Shadyside Presbyterian Church in Pittsburgh. Dr. Kerr was serving as moderator of the General Assembly when he came up with the idea in 1930. Dr. Kerr’s younger son, Rev. Dr. Donald Kerr, himself pastor emeritus of the Roland Park Presbyterian Church in Baltimore, stated his father had attempted to bring churches together in service of Christian unity, and the idea grew from there. World Communion Sunday arose from the celebration at the Division of Stewardship at Shadyside.
The concept of World Communion Sunday spread slowly; it wasn’t until the Second World War that the spirit of the service caught hold. In a war-torn world, the service of Worldwide Communion symbolized the effort to hold things together in a spiritual sense.[*] Thecelebration was adopted in the U.S. and the organization, now known as the National Council of Churches, started endorsing and promoting the event to churches worldwide.
World Communion Sunday reminds us that despite cultural, traditional, linguistic, and denominational differences all Christians are one in Jesus Christ. As Christians we are in relationship with each other, sharing our lives and the enabling grace of Jesus Christ.[†] On the first Sunday of October many congregations choose to include in their worship music and symbols from around the world. This helps us move past geographical and denominational boundaries to celebrate our unity in Christ as well as includes diversity in worship and practice.
World Communion Sunday celebrates our unity in Jesus Christ. As people of faith around the world, we participate in the Lord’s Supper as Jesus taught us. Some congregations use a variety of breads representative of God’s people around the world. [‡] As we celebrate communion, let us be mindful that we are the body of Christ, we are the people of God, and sharing our lives together we grow in fellowship, love and grace.
Grace and peace,
Pastor Teresa
WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2023
Sunday, October 1st is World Communion Sunday, a day when we share the Bread of life and the Cup of salvation alongside Christians in all different traditions, around the world. The communion elder will be Mark Hammer.
FPC DEACONS TO HOST COAT GIVE-AWAY: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7TH
Saturday, October 7th, the First Presbyterian Church Deacons will be hosting a coat give away from 10 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Coats for all ages will be available, the selection will be limited to stock on hand. In addition to coats there is a limited selection of hats, scarves and gloves. Each “shopper” can select one coat and accessories, parents may select for their children. The event is open to all area individuals and families. The Deacon’s will be setting up on Friday afternoon October 6th with volunteers. On October 12th we will return the coats to the basement. If you are able to assist please contact Pastor Teresa.
SPECIAL MUSIC
On Sunday, October 8th during worship we will enjoy a clarinet ensemble featuring Karl Kolbeck, Dr. Jim Lindau, Joyce Reeg, Jay O’Leary, Amy Wordemann, Brad Weber, JoAnne Lundahl, and Josie Brezenski.
STEWARDSHIP CAMPAIGN: OCTOBER 15-31, 2023
FPC Stewardship’s Campaign will begin October 15th and run through October 31st. During this time you will receive a mailing from the financial secretary and the Session. It is hoped that you will reflect on the information you receive and consider prayerfully your support of First Presbyterian Church. Your support financially, as well as your participation, are very important in the life of this congregation and will allow us to continue to move forward.
PLEASE VOLUNTEER AT FPC
- We are looking for CoffeeHouse fellowship hosts for October 15th and November 19th, as well as hosts for our after worship fellowship times. Join a friend or family member for a team approach. Please sign up in Fellowship Hall or contact Jenny. Consider sharing the gift of hospitality.
- Greeters & lectors are needed. Please volunteer or say “yes” when asked.
PRESBYTERIAN PEALERS
The Presbyterian Pealers will begin to practice Sunday, October 22nd. If you are interested in joining, please talk with Jay O’Leary.
GREAT PLAINS PILGRIMAGE #30
October 20-22, 2023
“For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God. Ephesians 2:8
You’re invited to deepen your faith, heighten your joy and invigorate your life in Christ. Come as you are to Camp Calvin Crest, 2870 County Road 13, Fremont, Nebraska 68025.
If interested contact Cyndee Widman: registrar@greatplainspilgrimage.org
or Gail McCorkindale: mccork@abbnebraska.com
Website http://greatplainspilgrimage.org
PASTORAL COMMUNITY OUTREACH SERVICES
Pastor Teresa will lead pastoral outreach services at the following locations throughout October:
- RADIO DEVOTIONS: Pastor Teresa will be giving devotions on 104.9 Big Red Country KTCH the week of October 2nd – 6th at 5:40am.
- KINSHIP POINTE CHAPEL: Pastor Teresa will lead a chapel service at Kinship Pointe at 3:30pm on Wednesday, October 4th.
- WAYNE COUNTRY VIEW CHAPEL: Pastor will lead a chapel service at Country View on Sunday, October 15th beginning at 1:30pm.
HOMESTEAD PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN’S FALL GATHERING
Saturday, October 28th, 2023
10:00 AM to 12:00 NOON
Theme: “Therefore, since we have such a hope, we are very BOLD.” 1 Corinthians 3:12
Plan to get your Presbyterian Women together in a group (or by yourself) and join us via Zoom. If you are near Lincoln, you are welcome to join in person at Southern Heights Presbyterian Church (5750 South 40th Street, Lincoln 68516).
There is no charge for this gathering, there will be complimentary coffee and treats available at Southern Heights A zoom invention will be sent out the week prior to the Gathering
SESSION
The next session meeting will be held on Monday, October 30th at 7:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Please note meeting has been moved back one week
DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME
Daylight Saving Time will end on Sunday, November 5, at 2:00am. Don’t forget to set your clocks back one hour, or you’ll have plenty of time for solitary meditation in the sanctuary!
“STEPPING ON”
Wednesday, October 18 – November 22, 2023
2:00 – 4:00pm
The Northeast Nebraska Public Health Department is beginning a fall prevention program in October at the First Presbyterian Church. “Stepping On“is a 7-week (one 2-hour session per week) falls prevention program conducted by trained leaders, and is specially designed for adult learners. Stepping On has been researched and proven to reduce falls by 31%! Stepping On brings together the life experience of its participants and the expertise of community professionals. If you are interested call 402-375-2200 about the program.
PASTOR’S VACATION
Pastor Teresa will be away on vacation Friday, October 20 – Saturday, the 28th. Rev. Bill Koeber will fill the pulpit on Sunday, October 22nd. Please contact the office if you have pastoral needs.
OCTOBER BIRTHDAYS
(Would you like to see your birthday listed here?
Just contact the church office 402-375-2669 or fpcwayne@gmail.com)
5 Dale J.
8 John F.
10 Brook B.
18 Ronald C.
20 Braydn McC.
21 Rob S.
October 2022 – First Presbyterian Church
| Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
| 1 World Communion Day | 2 5:40am KTCH 104.9 Moment for Living 10:00am Pipe Organ Tuning | 3 5:40am KTCH 104.9 Moment for Living | 4 5:40am KTCH 104.9 Moment for Living 3:30pm Kinship Pointe Chapel | 5 5:40am KTCH 104.9 Moment for Living 4:00pm Clarinet Ensemble practice | 6 5:40am KTCH 104.9 Moment for Living 3:45pm FCCLA moves coats | 7 10:00-1:00am Coat Closet Coat Fair |
| 8 Clarinet Ensemble plays during Worship | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 |
| 15 10:00am Coffee House Worship 1:30 Pastor leads Country View Chapel Stewardship Drive thru 10/31/23 | 16 | 17 | 18 2:00pm NNPHD “Stepping On” | 19 | 20 Pastor on vacation | 21 Pastor on vacation |
| 22 Pastor on vacation = Rev. Bill Koeber, pulpit supply | 23 Pastor on vacation | 24 Pastor on vacation | 25 Pastor on vacation | 26 Pastor on vacation | 27 Pastor on vacation | 28 Homestead PW Fall Gathering via Zoom |
| 29 | 30 7:00pm Session | 31 |
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Contact Information:
First Presbyterian Church
216 W. Third Street
Wayne NE 68787
FPC Office/Wayne Food Pantry/Coat Closet
402-375-2669
Tuesday – Friday, 9am – 12 noon
Pastor Teresa Bartlett
402-375-2669 (office)
319-795-2911 (cell)
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Church: https://fpcwayne.com/
Wayne Food Pantry: https://fpcwayne.com/food-pantry/
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[*] Reprinted from the October 7, 2002, issue of “Presbyterian Outlook”. http://www.wekivapresbyterian.org/articles/presbyterian_origins.htm accessed 9/27/2023.
[‡] WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY – October 1, 2023 – National Today
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