What’s happening Now at FPCD

MUSIC

Our music program warmly welcomes individuals of all ages, experiences, abilities, and talents. Rehearsals are held on Wednesday evenings, with performances each Sunday during our 9:30 a.m. worship service. Contact Wendy Mineau for more information.

Join the Chancel Choir! Wednesday, August 28, Potluck @ 6:00 p.m. & Rehearsal @ 7:30 p.m.

Consider joining the Handbell Choir! Rehearsals are just one hour on Wednesday evenings with performances quarterly during our 9:30 a.m. worship service. Contact Michael Grippo for more information.

Looking for a Lighter Commitment? Wednesday, September 4 @ 6:30 p.m.

We offer two music theory sessions to help you learn the basics of reading music and singing. These introductory workshops will be held after the worship service from 10:45 a.m. to noon. All materials provided. Additional sessions may be added in the new year.

Worried about Your Musical Skills? September 22 & 29 @ 10:45 a.m.

Gathering together

A new year of faith learning with fun and fellowship! Our Annual Fall Kick-Off is the perfect time to invite a friend or new neighbor to church. Come for a day of fun, food, and faith! In addition to our uplifting worship service and the start of Sunday School, you will want to attend our fabulous pancake breakfast and incredible inflatable activities. It's a great opportunity to rekindle your faith and enjoy a memorable day with friends.

Fall Kick-Off Sunday, September 8 @ 9:30 a.m. Worship and Sunday School / 10:30 a.m. Breakfast and Fun!

Belong to small group fellowship meals! After service, find a delicious Root Beer Float and a place to sign-up for this popular meal fellowship where you gather with a small group, grow friendship with Christ and each other and enjoy a shared meal.

Friendly Feasts Sunday, September 15 @ 10:30 a.m.

We start our September group reading with "A Dry White Season" by Andre Brink — our discussion leader will be Robyn Miller. The upcoming 2024-2025 books include: "Cokie," "Tom Lake," "Christmas in Harmony," "James," "Black Point," "Lady Tan Circle of Woman," "Horse," and "Absolution." The Book Club meets every third Friday of the month in the Mary Martha Lounge at 9:30 a.m. Contact Louise Ristow for more information. You are welcome to join any time!

Friday Book Club Friday, September 20 @ 9:30 a.m.

Good food, good friendship, and shared leadership are offered at this monthly gathering. Our first book, "Who is this Man?" by John Ortberg, is available for pick up in the Friendly Office. Contact John Radzinski or Peter Stonebraker. You are welcome to join any time!

Men's Saturday Breakfast Saturday, September 21 @ 9:00 a.m.

REAL Women is a group for those navigating a newly empty nest and all the joys and challenges that come along with it. We meet in each other’s homes and backyards. Discussions are based on books, podcasts, webinars, TedTalks, etc. that we have shared. We meet the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month beginning September 25. If you’d like to be added to our emailing list, please contact Kathy Knezevic. All are welcome!

REAL Women Wednesday, September 25

Care of creation begins at home and our pets are a beloved part of earth stewardship. Bring your precious furry, fuzzy, feathered or scaley friend to join in front-lawn celebration as we share in a fun service of blessing the animals. Please do bring your pet on a leash or carrier - treats for all will abound!

Blessing of the Animals Sunday, September 29 @ 3:00 p.m.

Small group Bible study for women, meeting the first Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. for a casual dinner (optional) followed at 7:30 p.m. for Bible study and dessert in Mary Martha Lounge.

Presbyterian Women's Mary Martha Priscilla Circle Wednesday, October 2 @ 6:30 p.m./7:30 p.m.

Small group Bible studies for women, meeting the first Thursday of the month in the Chapel. Contact Lorraine Clark or Ann Janus for more information.

Presbyterian Women's Miriam Rachel Circle Thursday, October 3 @ 11:30 a.m.

Small group Bible studies for women, meeting the first Tuesday of the month in various members' homes or at the church. Contact Linda Walton or Helen Kuhl for more information.

Presbyterian Women's Rebecca Circle Tuesday, October 8 @ 9:30 a.m.

The Mission Services Council presents a Casino Night Fundraiser at Patty Turner Center. Grab your friends and try your luck at the poker, blackjack, craps and roulette tables while dining on delicious fare. The evening begins with a cocktail hour featuring passed hors d’oeuvres, then transitions to a lovely dinner and dessert bar. Gaming available throughout the evening, with exciting live and silent auction items available! Please mark your calendars and plan to attend this lively evening of gaming and socialization to help raise funds for our FPCD mission partners!

Casino Night Saturday, October 5 @ 6:00 - 10:00 p.m.

The first Sunday in October is designated as World Communion Sunday, which celebrates our oneness in Christ with all our brothers and sisters around the world. Paul tells us that we are to “discern the body” when we partake of Holy Communion, mindful that we note our relationship to all our brothers and sisters in Christ in the celebration. Thus it is appropriate that World Communion Sunday is also a time when we receive the annual Peace and Global Witness Offering as a way of continuing the ancient Christian practice of sharing what we have with brothers and sisters in need.

World Communion Brunch Sunday, October 6 @ 10:30 a.m.