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Davenport, Iowa 52803

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January 2015 g A Monthly Publication of The First Presbyterian Church g Volume 44, No. 1

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“Discussions relevant to modern Christian living.”

The Wired Word curriculum isbased on today’s big newevents! Lessons are designedto spark discussion about majornews stories and bring ourChristian perspective to the issues.

Recent lessons have addressedthe Ferguson shooting, Colorado’s AP history classcontroversy, the resignation ofthe Secret Service Director, theJames Foley slaying by ISIS,public prayer and Adrian Peterson’s case of child abuse.

These lessons will make youthink. They may challenge youto new ways of Christian living.Come, share your thoughts, andhear from others.

fpcdavenport.org/ACE.htm

Homework Helper UpdateWe are off to an excellent year, with several dozenstudents and volunteers each working together onacademics -- here's a photo of a happy group!

Please consider donating an hour of your time upstairs in these winter months on a very importanttask as we have “the little children come to us” thisyear. It's snowbird season, and Homework Helperswould welcome even one hour, one Tuesday orThursday from 3:00 PM sharp to 4:00 PM - to keepthe students up to date on their homework tasks.

Generally we have 8-10 helpers one-on-one with students at the Boys and Girls Club, Kindergartenthrough 3th grade, working with homework assignments and other areas where they need assistance. We also engage Club members throughgames and other activities that give enrichment andindividual attention to students who need it. Clubmembers come voluntarily to the Homework

Helper program and share a love of learning anddesire for academic success, an effort vital to theirfuture as successful adults.

Ask any of the several dozen volunteers who helpnow -- the students are a pleasure to help and enthusiastic, polite, at all levels of abilities. Pleasesub in for those snowbirds if you have a spare hourand want to contribute your time -- and you'll havea light step as you walk out the door, knowing howmuch you appreciate that you can read, write, anddon't have to be in elementary school!

Please contact Beth Tinsman (563-508-6921, bethnboys@gmail.com), or Nancy Foster (563-508-6059, nancyotr97@mchsi.com) to lend a hand.

Adult Christian Education (ACE) Programs in Von Maur Hall - Sundays, 10:00 AMJanuary 11 - Do You Know the Rest of the Story? Now that our church has celebrated 175 years of congregationallife, what’s our next step? Heritage Committee members areorganizing a book, filled with stories which represent eras inour rich journey of faith and are looking to you to includesmall morsels of memories. Committee members will roll outtheir road map of organizational ideas. This project has a setcompletion end date and a goal of providing a full color table-top book ready for you to order by fall 2015.

No matter which page you turn in the book, you will read an inspiring story about a person or program of your church andlearn a piece of our history tied to the foundation of who we areas a church today and how it will impact our future ministries.

While this book will be representative of 175 years of history,“the rest of the story,” as the late Paul Harvey would say, isavailable in two places: in the memories and hearts of currentand former members like you and in the files and shelves of your new Southwood Heritage Center on the third floor of theChristian Education building.

Please make attending this 45-minute gathering a priority. Inpreparation, think about one day or time in your life whichstands out more than any other when you felt God’s grace

here in First Presbyterian Church, of Davenport—that’s the small memory morsel our book planners need because You Are the Rest of the Story!

January 18 - Wired Word Lesson: Christianity and 21st Century ChristiansMany mainline churches report a decline in members. Why isthis? Is Christianity meeting the needs of 21st Century Christians?Join us to explore and discuss how our present culture and societyas well as our own personal experiences shape and influence ourviews of God, Christianity, and the church. Can the church meetthe needs and challenges of the 21st Century? Bruce Bufe andMarianne Marcek will lead our discussion.

January 25 - The Wired Word Carol Phoenix will lead our discussion.

These will be the first in a series of five lessons based on thecurriculum from the Wired Word. New lessons come out everyweek. Watch the bulletin announcement or visit the ACE pageof the church website at www.fpcdavenport.org/ACE.htm, whereyou can download copies of upcoming lessons.

New Testament Video Series - Sundays, 10:00 AMJanuary 11 - Paul and the Crises of His ChurchesJanuary 18 - Pauline EthicsJanuary 25 - Paul's Letter to the Romans

Get Connected with Upcoming ACE Programs at FPC!

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Out the Study Window – The Gift of Lent In the first chapter of John’s gospel we encounter a curiouspassage of scripture where Jesus notices some discipleswho are beginning to follow him. He turns and asks them,“What are you looking for?” They respond by asking,“Rabbi, where are you staying?” What is curious aboutthis passage is that Jesus doesn’t tell them where he is staying. Instead he says, “Come and See.” John 1:38-39a.

This Lenten season I want to invite you to give yourself agift during Lent; the gift of time and attention with God. I want to invite you on a similar adventure as those earlydisciples; to essentially “come and see” where Jesus is going.

Recently, I have been granted approval to move forward with my Doctor of Ministry projectwhich includes YOU. The first step is for you to sign up to be a part of a small group experienceduring Lent. The groups will meet for five sessions. Sometime in the middle of January, you willbe given many choices of dates to be a part of this journey with others.

In order to find meaning, we will discover ways to abide with God through some new disciplinesof praying, as well as how to notice where God is at work in your life and in the world. Duringthe five weeks of Lent you will discover:

1. How to slow down your fast paced life, and remain productive and vitalized.

2. How to connect with your spiritual self and with God.

3. How to notice where God is at work.

4. How these discoveries can make a difference to you and others.

Rev. Richard E. Miller

Congregational News

Each year brings unique opportunities and challenges.Show your support by making a commitment to First Pres.Pledge cards may be found in the pew racks and droppedinto the offering plate. You may also set up your donationsby following the link on the church website.

Per Capita - $37 per memberEach January First Church is assessed a percapita contribution by the Presbytery. Thisyear it is $37 per member. A member is one

who has been confirmed or has been welcomed into the congregation by confession of faith, letter of transfer fromanother congregation, or upon reaffirmation of faith. Pleaseuse a Per Capita envelope from the pew racks and place it inthe offering plate, or bring it to the church office.

Church Officer TrainingSaturday, January 10, 8:30 AMNewly elected officers, please plan to attend officer training on Saturday, January 10, from 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM.Currently serving Elders and Deacons may also attend. Installation and Ordination of church officers will be on Sunday, January 11, during worship services.

Join Us for Breakfast January 11, 8:30-10:30 AMJoin us for Manna & More, our fellowship breakfast. We will be serving biscuits and gravy,pancakes with assorted toppings & sausage, fruit and beverages. The cost is $3 for adults and $1 for children 10 and younger. We look forward to seeing you there!

Sunday, January 11, 10:00 AMJoin us for a tour of the church! Weencourage guests, visitors and those

new to the church to join the Hospitality and WelcomingCommittee at the back of the Sanctuary for the tour. Westart with a brief tour of the Sanctuary and follow throughto the educational wing of the building. We will finish upwith coffee and questions in Fellowship Hall.

Sunday Morning Sanctuary FlowersThe Chancel Guild wishes to thank church members whogave flowers for Sunday morning services. We appreciatethis contribution which beautifies our Sanctuary. If anyonewould like to donate flowers in memory of loved ones or incelebration of an event, call Judi Driscoll (563-370-9548).There are several Sundays available in this year.

From the Library Committee: We are tryingto bring our files up to date so we will be mailing out notices to individuals with long overdue church librarybooks. Please help by returning them as soon as possible.

2014 New Member ReunionOn December 7, the Hospitality and Welcoming Committee hosted a luncheonfor all new members received into thechurch in 2014. Sixteen new memberswere able to attend along with some of their children. They were able to meet and learn a little more about each other, share fellowship time andenjoy a wonderful catered meal. Church members representing various committees were also on-hand to get to know the newer folks and to provide information about committees and related opportunities for involvement.

Manna & More

TOURSat Ten

November2014

November2013

Actual Budget Actual BudgetGeneral Income 68,270 60,838 58,255 75,617 Custodial Accounts Income 16,437 - 17,285 General Expenses 71,407 76,115 75,605 75,815 Custodial Accounts Expenses 16,437 - 17,285 - Surplus (Deficit) (3,137) (15,277) (17,350) (198)

2014 Year-To-Date

2013 Year-To-Date

Actual Budget Actual Budget General Income 833,940 800,748 815,921 842,005 Custodial Accounts Income 222,283 - 104,379 - General Expenses 841,147 847,878 871,306 892,797 Custodial Accounts Expenses 222,283 - 104,379 - Surplus (Deficit) (7,207) (47,130) (55,385) (50,792)

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First Presbyterian Church Staff:The Rev. Richard MillerPastor The Rev. Sue HowesAssociate Pastor EmeritaThe Rev. Kristy ParkerParish AssociateSteven R. Jobman Minister of MusicTiffany HorvathDirector of Christian EducationAhreum Han CongdonPrincipal Organist & Assistant Director of MusicLinda Bengfort*Assistant Choral Director & AccompanistAdam Page*Youth & Instrumental Music LeaderShannon M. Gruhlke, CMFinance & Facilities ManagerLauren Browne*Accounting AssistantDiane PumphreyOffice & Communications ManagerTammy MayhewMembership & Pastoral Care CoordinatorRebecca MuhammadAdministrative CoordinatorKerri Peterson*Wedding CoordinatorJessie Munn*Nursery CoordinatorGeorgia RobertsCustodianDave SpauldingCustodian Kevin Wilson* Custodian Chad Dean* Custodian * Part-time employeeFirst Presbyterian Church1702 Iowa StreetDavenport, Iowa 52803

Phone: 563-326-1691 Fax: 563-326-5416

www.fpcdavenport.org

Handicapped Services: First Church ishandicapped accessible via the elevator entrances on the west side of the building.

Childcare: Nurseries for infants throughfour-year-olds are provided in the FolwellEducation Center (3rd floor of the ChristianEducation Building) during Sunday services.

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Member NewsThe congregation of First PresbyterianChurch marks the following occasions in thelives of those who make up our community:

Baptisms: William James Kellenberger and Abbigail Jean Kellenberger (children of Patrick and Shonna Kellenberger) - November 30, 2014

December Session Summary The Annual Congregational Meeting was

approved for Sunday, February 22, 2015, at 10:00 AM.

A Task Force will be created to plan a leadership visioning retreat for 2015.

Congregational Development and Fellowship Committee is planning a TravelFellowship event for February 2015.

Better communication among committeesis the goal of an agreed upon plan for regular committee reporting.

November2014

November2013

Financial Summary for the month of November 2014

CEFY (Christian Education & Fellowship for Youth)

Sunday School: Sunday School starts up again on January 11! We will all be upstairs on the third level. The Grace Gatheringbegins in the Sanctuary after the 9:00 AM service, and then we will all head to our classrooms. Confirmation youth and Cherubchoir will skip the Grace Gathering.

ACT and EPIC Youth Groups: We will start up with our awesome high school and middle school youth groups again on Sunday, January 11 at 5:30 PM. Our first meeting will have a Baked Potato Bar for dinner—and sign ups for families will beavailable after that for anyone willing to host dinner for our entourage.

Kirkwood Club: Kirkwood Club is back in session on Wednesday, January 7 at 6:30 PM! It is open to anyone in 1st through 5th grade and we have a lot of fun!

Tiffany’s Epiphany: Someone put a stop-payment on my reality-check.

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Sunday Services at First Presbyterian Church are at 9:00 AM & 11:00 AM. Childcare is provided.

Human Trafficking Conference Sunday, January 11, 1:00-5:00 PM,CASI, 1035 W. Kimberly Rd, Davenport

Learn more about this important issue that affectsthe most vulnerable in the Quad Cities, our nation, and the world. The conference is hostedby Newcomb Presbyterian Church, registration isappreciated at: bit.ly/newcombconference.“Human Trafficking – modern-day slavery – is amultidimensional threat, one that deprives men,women and children of the most basic of theirhuman rights. From sex trafficking to debtbondage, from the tomato fields to the miningindustry, it is a complex phenomenon – lucrative,widespread and growing.” ~Mark Koenig, Director, Presbyterian Ministry at the UnitedNations; Conference speaker.

Creating a Solid Musical & Spiritual Foundation for FPC ChildrenThe sacred-based, highly-acclaimed curriculum, “God, My Family, andMe!” is the basis for this exciting ministry which will continue on theSundays from 10:15 to 10:45 AM in February, March, and April 2015. Musikgarten’s philosophy issteeped in this understanding: movement and music activities are perfect for child development; music immerses the child in language; evokes movement; stimulates the brain; and fosters physical coordination -- all in a group setting that builds a God-centered, musical community -- a truly holisticexperience. Please contact Steve Jobman (jobman@fpcdavenport.org) for more information.

Internationally Renowned Organist

Principal Organist and Artist in Residence of First Presbyterian Church

Davenport, Iowa

Reserved seating

Sunday, February 22, 2015 - 2:00 PMAdults $15 Students $10

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