We are excited to welcome Rev. Frank LeBlanc this week. He has been moderating our session since the summer. His sermon, “The Image of the Master,” will be based on Matthew 25:14-30.

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Immediately following worship, we will hold a congregational meeting for two purposes: to amend our bylaws as discussed in the October newsletter and to elect new officers. The congregational meeting will not be live streamed or recorded.

The Rolla Choral Arts Society will present Benjamin Britten’s St. Nicolas on Saturday, Nov. 23 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 24, at 3:00 p.m.  The cantata shares the story of St. Nicolas, Bishop of Myra who lived during the fourth century.  The stories and legends attributed to St. Nicolas became the basis for legend of Santa Claus.  Tickets will be available after the service during fellowship.

Jonathan Kimball will be preaching this Sunday, “Vessels of God’s Love,” based on Mark 12: 38-44.

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Announcements:

• The Christmas Cantata will be held during worship on December 15. The choir has begun its rehearsals on Wednesdays at 7:30 pm. We welcome additional singers to join us for this special presentation.
• We will hold a congregational meeting following worship on November 17 for the purpose of amending our bylaws and electing officers.
• The Presbyterian Women Fall Gathering is this Wednesday, November 13, at 10 am. We will meet in the sanctuary for coffee and a light brunch.
• The Rolla Choral Arts Society will present Benjamin Britten’s St. Nicolas on Saturday, Nov. 23 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 24, at 3:00 p.m. The cantata shares the story of St. Nicolas, Bishop of Myra who lived during the fourth century. The stories and legends attributed to St. Nicolas became the basis for the legend of Santa Claus.

Let us together remember all those who have joined the Church Triumphant, all the saints who have gone before us and have helped to bring God’s reign to fruition. Susan Murray will be preaching this Sunday, November 3, on John 11:32-44, The Story of Lazarus.

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DON’T FORGET TO FALL BACK!

Presbyterian Women will have their annual Fall Gathering on November 13 at 10 am. They will meet in the sanctuary for coffee and a light brunch.

On November 17, immediately following worship, we will have a congregational meeting for the purpose of amending the bylaws and electing officers. Please contact a current elder if you have any questions.

The choir has begun its extra rehearsals for the cantata, which is scheduled for December 15. If you would like to join the choir for this special service, the cantata portion of rehearsal will start around 7:30 pm each Wednesday.

This Sunday, we celebrate the start of the Reformation, October 31, 1517, when Martin Luther posted his 95 Theses on the door of the Wittenberg Castle Church. Susan Murray will be preaching, “Freedom in Christ,” based on John 8:31-36.

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If you have signed up to provide items for the Presbyterian Disaster Assistance “blue buckets,” please bring them this Sunday.

We have postponed game night and are doing First Friday Out on November 1 at 6 pm at El Maguey. Let Mary Kwantes know by October 30 if you plan to attend.

Please join us this Twenty-Second Sunday After Pentecost for worship at 9:45 am. Jonathan Kimball will be preaching, “Righteous King of Peace,” based on Hebrews 5:1-10.

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Please note, last week, the network failed during the live stream. If that ever happens, a recorded version will be uploaded, most likely sometime on Sunday.

Announcements:

• The Rolla Choral Arts Society will present “Sing Joyfully” on Sunday afternoon (10/20) at 3:00 p.m. at First Presbyterian.
• During the month of October, we will be collecting items for the Presbyterian Disaster Relief Blue Buckets. We have a sign-up sheet on the easel near the entrance of the church. As in the past, there are specific sizes and amounts listed. Please use those guidelines. They are used to make sure everything will fit in the bucket. If you have difficulty shopping and would like for us to do that for you, we will accept monetary donations as well.
• The Presbyterian Preschool and Greentree Learning Center will be working together to celebrate a Fall Festival for our families. We will be hosting the event at our church on Thursday, October 24. Please consider donating boxes of snack cakes (which are individually wrapped) for the snack-cake walk. If you prefer, monetary donations are welcome and we will purchase them. Please bring any donations to church or the church office by this Tuesday, October 22. Volunteers are welcome to attend and help greet families, set up activities, or serve food.

Let us worship together this Sunday and receive Jonathan Kimball’s sermon, “Repentance and Reconciliation,” based on Hebrews 4:12-16.

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Announcements:

• The Rolla Choral Arts Society will present “Sing Joyfully” next week on Sunday, October 20, at 3:00 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church in the sanctuary.
• During the month of October, we will be collecting items for the Presbyterian Disaster Relief Blue Buckets. We have a sign-up sheet on the easel near the entrance of the sanctuary.
• The Presbyterian Preschool and Greentree Learning Center will be working together to celebrate a Fall Festival for our families. We will be hosting the event at our church on Thursday, October 24. Please consider donating boxes of snack cakes (which are individually wrapped) for the snack-cake walk, by October 22.
• Our next First Friday Out will be November 1, 6 pm, in the fellowship hall–a game night with pizza.

Let us celebrate World Communion Sunday with Christians around the world this week. Jonathan Kimball will be preaching, “One Body,” using Hebrews 1: 1-4, 2: 5-12.

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We have several announcements:

• The Presbyterian Preschool and Greentree Learning Center will be working together to celebrate a Fall Festival for our families. We will be hosting the event at our church on Thursday, October 24. Please consider donating boxes of snack cakes (which are individually wrapped) for the snack-cake walk. If you prefer, monetary donations are welcome and we will purchase them. Please bring any donations to church or the church office by Tuesday, October 22. Volunteers are welcome to attend and help greet families, set up activities, or serve food.
• During A Season of Peace, which ends this Sunday on World Communion Day, we will be collecting the Peace and Global Witness offering. These funds are used for peace education, helping families in need, assistance for teens and young adults, and community care and engagement. 25% of the offering will stay in our community and go to Russell House, 25% will go to mid-councils to unite congregations to support peacemaking in their regions, and 50% will support the work for peace and reconciliation being done by Presbyterians across the globe. There are special envelopes for this offering on the table near the entrance doors.
• During the month of October, we will be collecting items for the Presbyterian Disaster Relief Blue Buckets. We have a sign-up sheet on the easel near the entrance of the church. As in the past, there are specific sizes and amounts listed. Please use those guidelines. They are used to make sure everything will fit in the bucket. If you have difficulty shopping and would like for us to do that for you, we will accept monetary donations as well.
• Christ Episcopal Church is looking for volunteers to help with their Sunday community lunches. They need help with cooking, serving and clean up. You would be working with an established team. The teams rotate every eight weeks. If you feel this is something you would like to help with, there is a sign-up sheet on the table by the church entrance. If you have questions, you can talk to Maudanne Pursley.

Let us worship together this Nineteenth Sunday After Pentecost. Susan Murray will be preaching on Mark 9:38-50.

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Our fall Bible study, A is for Alabaster, continues Wednesdays at 6 pm in the sanctuary. This week, we will study the C lessons. Be prepared to discuss both the Old Testament and New Testament lessons.

There will be a picnic on Sunday at 11:30 am at Veterans Memorial Park. Please bring your own lunch. We will have water and desserts to share.

During A Season of Peace, September 8 to October 6, World Communion Day, we will be collecting the Peace and Global Witness offering. These funds are used for peace education, helping families in need, assistance for teens and young adults, and community care and engagement. 25% of the offering will stay in our community and go to Russell House, 25% will go to mid-councils to unite congregations to support peacemaking in their regions, and 50% will support the work for peace and reconciliation being done by Presbyterians across the globe. There are special envelopes for this offering on the table near the entrance doors.

Jonathan Kimball will be preaching “A Vision of Who We Could Be,” based on Mark 9:30-37, this Eighteenth Sunday After Pentecost.

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Next Sunday, September 29, we will have a picnic at Veterans Memorial Park at 11:30 am. Please bring your own lunch. We will have water and some desserts to share.

During A Season of Peace, September 8 to October 6, World Communion Day, we will be collecting the Peace and Global Witness offering. These funds are used for peace education, helping families in need, assistance for teens and young adults, and community care and engagement. 25% of the offering will stay in our community and go to Russell House, 25% will go to mid-councils to unite congregations to support peacemaking in their regions, and 50% will support the work for peace and reconciliation being done by Presbyterians across the globe. There are special envelopes for this offering on the table near the entrance doors.

Mary Kwantes will be preaching this Seventeenth Sunday After Pentecost. Her sermon, “Carrying Our Crosses,” is based on Mark 8:27-38.

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Announcements:

• We mourn the loss of long-time member Dr. Katherine Cook. Services will be held at Null & Son Funeral Home. Visitation will be Tuesday, September 17, 6-8 pm. The service of witness to the resurrection will be Wednesday, September 18, at 10 am.
• Our fall Bible study will continue every Wednesday at 6 pm at the back of the sanctuary. This week’s lesson is, “A is for Alabaster,” which is also the title of the book by Anna Carter Florence.
• During A Season of Peace, September 8 to October 6, World Communion Day, we will be collecting the Peace and Global Witness offering. These funds are used for peace education, helping families in need, assistance for teens and young adults, and community care and engagement. 25% of the offering will stay in our community, 25% will go to mid-councils to unite congregations to support peacemaking in their regions, and 50% will support the work for peace and reconciliation being done by Presbyterians across the globe. There are special envelopes for this offering on the table near the entrance of the sanctuary.