Below is the October Newsletter from the First Presbyterian Church of Champaign.  There is lots happening this Fall…

• It’s back!  Trunk or Treat returns on Sunday, October 24, from 5-6 pm with  safety measures in place due to Covid.
• Faith in the Real World continues through October.  This Sunday, October 10, at 10:15 enjoy Matthew Storie’s Quartet playing jazz music.
• We welcome Judi Geistlinger to the staff!
• CYF updates include more information on Trunk or Treat and how you can get involved.  Youth will have a fellowship outing to Hardy’s Reindeer Ranch on November 7.
• Your Green Team (Environmental Stewardship) is promoting a discussion with Stephanie Jones, an Attorney in Climate Risk and Financial Regulations for the Environmental Defense fund, on October 14 from 3:30-4:30 pm.
• Celebrate Fall…DREAAM is hosting a fall festival/fundraiser on Saturday, October 16, from noon to 3 pm at the Phillips Recreation Center.  Your Nurture Committee invites you for special treats on Sunday, October 24, at 10:10 am.

Below is the September Newsletter for the First Presbyterian Church of Champaign.  Lots of exciting things this fall…

• Faith in the Real World series resumes this Sunday, September 12, at 10:15 am in the Sanctuary.  This Sunday Matthew Storie will talk about jazz and faith…you might even hear a little saxophone.
• Music opportunities include our Chancel Choir which rehearses on Wednesday evenings.  This fall we welcome a new Bell Choir Director Libby Sternhagen.  Bell Choir has also resumed rehearsals on Wednesday evenings.
• Presbyterian Women’s Circles will meet the 4th Thursday of the month at 10:30 am, 1 pm or 7 pm beginning in September.  Meetings are held either in-person or via zoom.
• Youth will want to join the group on Friday, September 10, at 5 pm at the Old Orchard Links for the first youth fellowship event of the year.
• Youth Sunday School starts this Sunday, September 12.
• We now have a Free Little Pantry on church grounds in front of the CE Building on Church Street.  Check out how you can help us keep the pantry stocked.
• Mission news includes an update from the Environmental Team, ESL and our letter writing ministry with local prisoners.

• In-person Worship on Sundays at 9 and 11:15 am;
• “Fun in the Sun” Sholem Fest Sunday, August 15 (rain date August 22)…  7 pm Carnival games and fun food at Centennial Park Pavilion;  8 pm FREE swimming at Sholem Aquatic Center;
• Sunday School resumes September 12…watch for details as we watch reports on COVID;
• Update on the Raindrop fundraiser for SAFE House;
• Successful Immigrant Back-to-School Resource Fair with 20 receiving the COVID vaccination;
• Mark your calendars for February 20, 2022 “John McCutcheon In Concert”

Click here to read the May Newsletter from the First Presbyterian Church of Champaign. This month’s features include…

• Your Session is in the midst of a six-month visioning process.  Read Matt’s thoughts on the process.
• Children, Youth and Family will recognize graduates this Spring along with celebrating Pentecost and holding a 3rd and 4th grade Bible Class.  
• Children’s Ministries is creating a special space for DREAAM students this summer…read how you can help.
• Check out the pictures from the recent Earth Day celebration with our youth and families.
• A message from Pastor Daniel Izquierdo in Cuba.
• Join us in May to view a cooking benefit for PEB.
• ESL Program updates including the need for summer tutors.
• Mission News.

Click here to read the April Newsletter from the First Presbyterian Church of Champaign.  We highlight…

In April we celebrate the gift of God’s great earth.  Here are some of the events happening throughout the month

• April 17 cleanup of State Street
• April 21 mid-week gathering focuses on Earth Day, April 22
• April 24 Styrofoam collection
• April 25 worship service celebrating Earth Day

Children, Youth and Family Ministries invite you to consider how you might be a part of their ministry.  The Sunday School program hopes to actively participate with special events commemorating Earth Day on Sunday, April 25.

At the beginning of May is the celebration of our relationship with our sister church in Cuba.  Set aside May 1 and 2 for our Annual Cuba Celebration.  Check out how you can participate in this issue.

Our ESL program continues to thrive through weekly Zoom classes and monthly Zoom Cafe times.

Click here to read the March Newsletter for First Presbyterian Church of Champaign.  In it you will find…

• • We are now offering limited capacity in-person worship including services during Holy Week and Easter.  You must pre-register to come to an in-person worship.  Read the full details along with times in the newsletter.
  • Plan to visit the Spirituality Center in the church chapel during Lent hosted by CYF.  (Check out Matt’s experience in his article.)
  • Don’t forget to “spring” ahead one hour this Sunday, March 14.
  • Mission updates include a plea from Cuba as well as plans for the 8th Annual Cuba Weekend.
  • Environmental has a busy April with several events open to the public for recycling.

Read the entire issue for more information on what is happening at church!

Click hear to read the February Newsletter for First Presbyterian Church of Champaign.  In it you will find…

• Lent begins Wednesday, February 17.  Distribution of ashes will be offered via a drive-thru from noon to 1 pm.  Virtual service that evening at 7 pm.
• In-person worship with limited number and restrictions will begin the first Sunday in Lent, February 21, at 10:15 am.
• Annual Meeting of the Congregation will be held via zoom on Sunday, February 14, at 10 am.
• Winter book study to be offered February 18 and 25 and March 4 and 11.
• Staff Appreciation Month in February.
• Updates from Children, Youth and Family and Youth Sunday School.
• Mission news including the next ESL Zoom Cafe time on Thursday, February 11, at 10 am.

Read the entire issue for more information on what is happening at church!

Click here to rad the January Newsletter for the First Presbyterian Church of Champaign.  This month’s news includes…

• A moving story about a memorable Christmas Eve;
• Welcome to Sunday School Coordinator Samantha Nichols;
• ESL News including times you can join the group via zoom;
• Environmental Stewardship lets us know how and when to dispose of Christmas trees.