Presbytidings – March 2025
The Newsletter of First Presbyterian Church
216 West Third Street, Wayne, Nebraska 68787
(402) 375-2669 + www.fpcwayne.org
“Our chief end is to glorify and enjoy God forever.”
A Listening
Ann Weems, From the book “Kneeling in Jerusalem”
Going through Lent
is a listening.
When we listen
to the word,
we hear
where we are so
blatantly
unliving.
If we listen to the word,
and hallow it
into our lives,
we hear
how we can so
abundantly
live again.
LENTEN WORSHIP
March 5th to April 9th
“From Wilderness to Glory”
For our Lenten worship will be using as inspiration the book by N. T. Wright, “From Wilderness to Glory.” We will explore the stories of Jesus’ life, death and resurrection during the Lenten season. We will hear from each of the gospel writers during our Lenten worship series. Soup suppers begin March 12th at 6:00 p.m., worship at 7:00 p.m. Please sign up at the Fellowship Hall to provide soup, sandwiches or dessert.
March 5th Ash Wednesday – Worship (7:00 p.m. no meal)
March 12th – Jesus in the wilderness
March 19th – Jesus among the crowds
March 26th – Jesus in prayer
April 2nd – Jesus among friends
April 9th – Jesus among enemies
April 17th – Maundy Thursday – Jesus in the city – Worship with Communion
(7:00 p.m. no meal)
LENTEN SOUP SUPPERS TO BEGIN MARCH 12th
Lenten Soup and Sandwich suppers will begin on Wednesday, March 12th and continue until April 9th. Soup suppers will begin at 6:00 p.m. followed by our Lenten worship service at 7:00 p.m. Sign-up on the sheet in Fellowship Hall to bring soup, sandwiches, dessert or other items for the meal.
SPECIAL INVITATION TO WSC INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
On December 22nd FPC hosted WSC international students for a soup supper. We had 6 students, and 12 congregation members were present. That event has spurred the Session to plan to invite the international students to join us for a meal on Wednesday, March 12th at 6:00 p.m. This will be our regular Wednesday Lenten supper followed by worship, students are welcome to join us for the meal and if they desire to join us for worship. We hope everyone marks the date and plans to join us to welcome the students to FPC and enjoy a meal together. All are welcome.
From the Pastor…..
At the local coffee shop a group of senior citizens were gathered round the table. The conversation turned to complaining about ailments, one said his arm was so weak, he could hardly hold a cup of coffee. Another said his cataracts were so bad, he could hardly see his coffee. A third said his arthritis wouldn’t allow him to turn his neck, but added: “Well, it’s not all bad. We should be thankful that we can still drive.” We can chuckle at this little story but each of us has had our litany of complaints from time to time. When we find ourselves anxious and frightened or feeling overwhelmed the words of Scripture offer comfort. 1st Thessalonians 5:15-18 reminds us to Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.
Being grateful to God in all circumstances doesn’t mean that every situation in life is good. The members of the Exodus generation escaped from slavery in Egypt enroute to the land God promised them. These chronic complainers wandered in the desert for 40 years till God allowed them to enter the Promised Land (Numbers 21:5-7). During that journey, the Hebrews complained, a lot, they complained about the lack of food and water and then when the manna and quail were provided in time they complained about that as well. Complaining is often a sign of unbelief and often characterizes the self-centered life. The Hebrews however didn’t go without, despite their complaints, God took care of them and provided what they needed.
The antidote for complaining is developing an attitude of gratitude. If you develop a mindset of gratitude, your outlook on life will change dramatically. The God-centered life is one of contentment and thanksgiving in all circumstances, not thanksgiving for every situation but in every situation. Please don’t mistake this mindset for passivity or naivety. Amid accepting one’s circumstances as providential, there’s often a holy discontent in wanting to see the grace of God transform each situation. Instead of complaining about what you lack, or what is difficult, name several things or people for whom you are grateful. Refocus your attention on giving thanks in all situations, not for all situations but in all situations. 1st Thessalonians 5:18 reminds us that we are to Rejoice, Give thanks and pray, for this is the will of God in Christ.
Peace be with you,
Pastor Teresa
COMMUNION
- Communion will be held on Sunday, March 2nd. Communion Elder will be Gerard Ras.
- On April 6th we will celebrate Communion with Mark Hammer serving as the communion elder.
DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME!
Spring forward one hour Sunday, March 9th. You might be caught walking into church just as worship is finishing up!
PASTORAL COMMUNITY OUTREACH SERVICES – March 2025
- RADIO DEVOTIONS: Pastor Teresa will be giving devotions on 104.9 Big Red Country KTCH the week of March 3rd – 7th at 5:40am.
- WAYNE COUNTRYVIEW: Pastor will lead chapel service on Sunday, March 23rd beginning at 1:30pm.
SESSION
The Session will gather on Monday, March 24th, at 7:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall.
LOOKING AHEAD TO LENT & EASTER
Observe a holy Lenten season this year.
- We will begin Lent with an Ash Wednesday service on March 5th beginning at 7:00pm.
- Palm Sunday Service on Sunday, April 13th at 10:00am.
- The Maundy Thursday service will be held Thursday evening, March 28th, 7:00pm.
- Celebrate the Resurrection of the Lord at our Easter Sunday service at 10:00am on Sunday, April 20th, 2025.
FELLOWSHIP HALL PIANO
The Fellowship Hall piano is available to anyone who would like it and will move it. The Aerosonic piano is in good useable condition, however, would likely need tuning after moving. Please speak to Pastor Teresa if you are interest in the piano. The Session would like to piano to have a new home soon.
FPC DIRECTORY UPDATE
Jenny is working on an update to the FPC Church Directory. Please submit any changes by March 31st to fpcwayne@gmail.com or call the office at 402-375-2669. Thank you!
PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN SPRING GATHERING
“You will go out in joy and be led forth in peace;
the mountains and hills will burst into song before you,
and all the trees of the field will clap their hands.”
Isaiah 55:12 NIV
Homestead Presbyterian Women
Saturday, April 15th, 2025
9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Come join us in person at the North Bend Presbyterian Church
940 Chestnut St., North Bend, NE 68649
402.652.8361 phone
There is no charge for this gathering,
there will be complimentary coffee and treats available in the morning and lunch will be provided.
Hope to see you there!
For questions please contact: Maggie Horak 402-429-0523, mmhlin@outlook.com
MARCH BIRTHDAYS
(Would you like to see your birthday listed here?
Just contact the church office 402-375-2669 or fpcwayne@gmail.com)
24 Jacob B.
25 Leigh S.
March 2025– First Presbyterian Church
| Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
| Every Sunday 9:00 Pealers Practice 10:00 Worship 11:00 Fellowship | 1 | |||||
| 2 10:00am Communion Gerard Ras communion elder 11:15 Deacons Meeting 7:00pm WSC SAAC students pack backpacks | 3 5:40am KTCH 104.9 Moment for Living | 4 5:40am KTCH 104.9 Moment for Living | 5 5:40am KTCH 104.9 Moment for Living 7:00pm Ash Wednesday Service | 6 5:40am KTCH 104.9 Moment for Living | 7 5:40am KTCH 104.9 Moment for Living | 8 |
| 9 Daylight Savings Time Begins – Spring Forward! | 10 9:30am Wayne County Family Coalition Meeting | 11 | 12 10:00am Pastor at WACAM 6:00pm Soup Supper w/WSC students 7:00pm Lent Service | 13 10:00am Pastor at Salvation Army Mtg. | 14 | 15 |
| 16 10:00am CoffeeHouse Worship | 17 11:00am AIC Screening – Fellowship Hall | 18 | 19 6:00pm Soup Supper 7:00pm Lent Service | 20 | 21 | 22 |
| 23 1:30pm Pastor leads Countryview Chapel | 24 7:00pm Session Meeting | 25 | 26 6:00pm Soup Supper 7:00pm Lent Service | 27 | 28 | 29 |
| 30 | 31 |
Contact Information:
First Presbyterian Church
216 W. Third Street
Wayne NE 68787
FPC Office – Wayne Food Pantry – Coat Closet
402-375-2669
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