Presbytidings – October 2024

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Presbytidings – October 2024

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…

  We can tell from the changes in nature that summer is fading, each day the light is shortened, the temperatures drop lower overnight, even a few trees are starting to color, fall is here. The diversity and beauty of nature is a reminder of God’s creativity. From the tulips and crocus that spring up sometimes even through snow to the beautiful mums and the colorful display the trees put on in the fall, all display God’s handiwork. I enjoy working in my yard with flowers and plants, seeing the ever-changing landscape around my home over the course of the spring and summer. I find working in nature very restorative to my soul.

Sunflowers with their bright yellow heads are favorites of many people and the birds especially like the seeds from the giant sunflower heads. Did you know that a sunflower blossom will follow the sun? If a flower blossom is facing east in the morning it will follow the sun and by sunset the blossom will be facing west. Sunflowers follow the light, which reminds me of what Jesus said in the gospel of John 8:12[*]

Once again Jesus spoke to the people. This time he said, “I am the light for the world! Follow me,

and you won’t be walking in the dark. You will have the light that gives life.”

Like the sunflower we need to follow the light, the “light of the World” Jesus Christ who has promised to always be with us, to never leave us. Hear the words of Isaiah 58:11 which gives us a promise-

The Lord will always guide you and provide good things to eat
    when you are in the desert. He will make you healthy.
You will be like a garden that has plenty of water
or like a stream that never runs dry.[†]

The prophet Isaiah delivers a message of hope and assurance to the people of Israel. He speaks of the blessings that come from living in obedience to God’s Word. God is a faithful guide who will lead and protect God’s people, provide for us and that through God’s faithfulness we will thrive. The Triune God, God, Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit–guide us in the light of love that we might have life abundant. Follow the light!

Grace and peace,

Pastor Teresa

PRESBYTERIAN PEALERS

The Presbyterian Pealers will begin practicing on Sunday, September 29th at 9:00am. If you are interested in joining, please talk with Jay O’Leary.

WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2024

Sunday, October 6th 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.

PEACE & GLOBAL WITNESS OFFERING TO BE RECEIVED October 6th

Our gifts to the Peace & Global Witness Offering are helping our neighbors in need —

those who live next door, down the street, and across the globe.

25% of this Offering stays with our congregation to support peacemaking and reconciliation

in our own community.

25% of this Offering goes to our mid-council to join with other congregations

to support peacemaking work in our region.

50% of this Offering supports the work being done by Presbyterians across the globe.

Our neighbors need us. Please give what you can to the Peace & Global Witness Offering.

WHEN WE ALL DO A LITTLE, IT ADDS UP TO A LOT.

FPC DEACONS TO HOST COAT GIVE-AWAY: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12TH

Saturday, October 12th, 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 Deacons will be setting up on Friday afternoon October 11th with help from volunteers. On October 17th we will return the coats to the basement. If you are able to assist, please contact Pastor Teresa.  

DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME

Daylight saving time will end for the year at 2 a.m. local time on Sunday, Nov. 3, when we “fall back” and gain an extra hour of sleep. Don’t forget to set your clocks back one hour, or you’ll have plenty of time for solitary meditation in the sanctuary!

SESSION

The next session meeting will be held on Monday, October 28th at 7:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Meditations will be given by Mark Hammer.

PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE: STEWARDSHIP 2025

      Like every organization the church has to plan for the coming year, estimate income and expenses, create a budget which leadership uses in making decisions. In the next few weeks, you will receive a mailing from the financial secretary and the Session. It is hoped as you reflect on the information you receive you will prayerfully consider your ongoing support of the First Presbyterian Church of Wayne.  Your financial support enables the ministries of the church, such as the Coat Closet, hosting the Wayne Food Pantry, supports staff, as well as worship, our music program and special events and education for all ages. Your financial support, as well as your participation are vitally important in the life and ministry of First Presbyterian Church.  There is no church without U. 

I AM YOUR CHURCH BUDGET

I am your church budget…

Through me, families are launched in marriage,

persons are baptized, the young are trained in Christian character.

I provide a church school and youth activities for your children.

I provide music to enrich your worship,

and preaching and pastoral services to help you live nobly.

I heat your church building and keep them in repair for your comfort and use.

I do your custodial work.

I reach out to your community and country,

preaching, teaching, healing in Christ’s name.

I provide assistance to those who retire after years

of faithful service to God through the Church.

It is through me that the sick find spiritual strength,

the troubled and discouraged are steadied.

I go out into the wide world preaching the gospel in every language.

I carry the Word to people of every race, color and clan.

I am your Budget.

Believe in me; support me, that I may carry on in your name.

With your help I make possible all those services.

I am YOU at work.

But I do need your help and support.  

Without your pledges to undergird me, I am helpless.

Your pledges are my foundation, my supporting walls. 

I am your money, your prayers, your concern translated into action.

I can only do what you, through your pledges, make it possible for me to do.

All things through me are possible.

                                       …from Celtic Cross Comment

PASTORAL COMMUNITY OUTREACH SERVICES

Pastor Teresa will lead pastoral outreach services at the following locations throughout October:

  • WAYNE COUNTRY VIEW CHAPEL: Pastor will lead a chapel service at Country View on Sunday, October 6th beginning at 1:30pm.
  • KINSHIP POINTE CHAPEL: Pastor Teresa will lead a chapel service at Kinship Pointe at 3:30pm on Wednesday, October 23rd.
  • RADIO DEVOTIONS: Pastor Teresa will be giving devotions on 104.9 Big Red Country KTCH the week of October 28th – November 1st at 5:40am.

PLEASE VOLUNTEER AT FPC

  • CoffeeHouse will be October 20th, Jeryl Nelson will lead the discussion. Fellowship host(s) are still needed.
  • The November CoffeeHouse will be held on 11/17. A discussion leader and fellowship hosts are still needed.
  • Join a friend or family member for a team approach. Please sign up in Fellowship Hall or contact Pastor Teresa. Consider sharing the gift of hospitality.
  • Greeters & lectors are needed. Please volunteer or say “yes” when asked.

PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN FALL GATHERING 2024

Homestead Presbyterian Women invite you to Homestead Fall Gathering via Zoom.

Topic:  Homestead PW Fall Gathering 

Time: Oct 5, 2024 09:15 AM Central Time 

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87972557103?pwd=3kzGorTN99BRl52VUUKgSmGknhannV.1

Meeting ID: 879 7255 7103

Passcode: 183857

PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN THANK OFFERING RECIPIENT HIGHLIGHT

            Annually Presbyterian Women of the PCUSA give grants to various agencies and organizations which are making a difference in their community. The Thank Offering is one of Presbyterian Women’s two offerings. Received in the fall each year, it gives women a tangible way to express their gratitude for the special blessings in their lives. Thank Offering grants range from $5,000 to $50,000. At least 40 percent of the offering funds health ministries.

      One recipient of the 2024 PW Thank offering was in the non-geographical Dakota Presbytery within the Synod of Lakes and Prairies. The program, Welcoming of the Child, is administered through Waniyetu Consulting. The agency received $18,000.00 from Presbyterian Women for new mothers on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation.      

      Waniyetu Consulting empowers young mothers by providing teaching and direction for their role as a parent. This grant will fund a program to bring back the Welcoming of the Baby ceremony, one of the oldest and most significant ceremonies in Lakota culture. During the Oglala Lakota ceremony, new mothers are taught the traditions of protecting the baby’s fontanel (soft spot) from harm or sickness and the sacred connection to walking in balance. This ceremony celebrates the birth and provides an opportunity to teach parenting skills such as nutrition, nurturing baby care and healthy relationships. A Lakota elder is invited to speak about their traditions, which connects the generations and provides important lessons on motherhood and the sacredness of caring for the child.

      Grant requests come from a variety of national and international sources, such as PC(USA) governing bodies, health agencies, overseas churches, ecumenical councils, community groups, educational institutions and church-related groups. Each project must meet the criteria outlined in the grant application.

PASTOR’S VACATION

  • Pastor Teresa will be taking time off Friday, October 18th – Monday, October 21st.
  • Pastor Teresa will also be away on vacation Tuesday October 29th – Monday, November 4th., 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.

SPECIAL DAYS/EMPHASIS SUNDAYS THROUGH OCTOBER

October 2024 – First Presbyterian Church

SundayMondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturday
  1    2  3  4 5:00pm Clarinet Ensemble practice5 PW Fall Gathering in Lincoln  
6 9:00am Pealers practice   World Communion Day   1:30 Pastor leads Country View Chapel  7    8  9   10:30am WACAM Mtg.10    11 3:45 FCCLA moves coats   5:00pm Clarinet Ensemble practice12 10:00-1:00am Coat Closet Coat Fair  
13 9:00am Pealers practice   10:00am Worship with Baptism (Story family)14  15  16    17  18 Pastor on vacation   5:00pm Clarinet Ensemble practice19 Pastor on vacation
20 10:00am Coffee House Worship   Pastor on vacation  21      22  23 3:30pm Kinship Pointe Chapel  24  25 5:00pm Clarinet Ensemble practice26  
27 9:00am Pealers practice  28 5:40am KTCH 104.9 Moment for Living   7:00pm Session    29 5:40am KTCH 104.9 Moment for Living   Pastor on vacation    30 5:40am KTCH 104.9 Moment for Living   Pastor on vacation    30 5:40am KTCH 104.9 Moment for Living   Pastor on vacation  Nov. 1 5:40am KTCH 104.9 Moment for Living   Pastor on vacation  Nov. 2 Pastor on vacation  

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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

fpcwayne@gmail.com

Tuesday – Friday, 9am – 12 noon

Pastor Teresa Bartlett

402-375-2669 (office)

319-795-2911 (cell)

Websites:

Church: https://fpcwayne.com/

Wayne Food Pantry: https://fpcwayne.com/food-pantry/

Wayne Coat Closet:

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[*] John 8:12 Contemporary English Version.

[†] Isaiah 58:11 Contemporary English Version

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