We are God’s well-loved children! We are young, not-so young, married, single, in partnerships, widows, and widowers. We are ethnically, racially, politically, socially, economically, and theologically diverse, and we love each other! We like to say that we are blessed to be a blessing! We use who we are to build relationships with each other and the neighbors around us.
Welcome to worship at First Church! Today we gather to worship the God who plants seeds of hope and nurtures lives of faith. May our worship deepen our faith and equip us to bear witness to the hope we have in Christ. Whether you are joining us in person or online, we are glad you are here!
We give thanks to Elder Julian Wells, Chair of the Christian Education Committee, for serving as guest preacher today. Pastor Julie returns to the office tomorrow.
Want to make a difference in our community? Our Back-to-School Classroom Supply Drive is underway! You'll find a shopping list insert in today's bulletin with the classroom supplies most needed by the teachers and staff of LHES. Our Backpack Ministry will also begin another year of serving local students facing food insecurity. If you're interested in helping with these and other ministries, join the Outreach Committee this Tuesday at 10:00 AM in the Church Office Parlor. Everyone is welcome!
The Finance and Personnel Committee will meet this Thursday at 4:30 PM in the Church Office Parlor.
Make plans to stay after worship next Sunday, July 19, for our July Fellowship Lunch and Congregational Conversation. Bring your summertime favorites to share. All are welcome to join!