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Pilgrim s Progress MAY 2018 Issue The purpose of this church shall be to bind together followers of Jesus Christ, for the object of sharing in the worship of God and in making His will dominant in

Page 1 Pastor s Message May Sermons Page 2 Birthdays, Anniversaries Prayers for Members Mark Your Calendars!

1 Pilgrim s Progress MAY 2018 Issue The purpose of this church shall be to bind together followers of Jesus Christ, for the object of sharing in the worship of God and in making His will dominant in the lives of men and women, especially as that will is set forth in the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. Page 1 Pastor s Message May Sermons Page 2 Birthdays, Anniversaries Prayers for Members Mark Your Calendars! Circle of Friends Confirmation Class Dates & Time Youth Group Wednesday Nights Page 3 Youth Group (con t) Sunday School Young Adult Bible Study NOOMA/Mayl Date Fund Raising Events Thank you!!! Celebrating our Graduates Page 4 Celebrating our Graduates (Con t) Page 5 YRD LINE Meals On Wheels-Drivers Needed Page 6 April Calendar of FCC Page 7 Church Photo Directory Info Church Contact Info: FCC 312 W. Main St. Marshalltown, IA pastor@fccmarshalltown.org secretar@fccmarshalltown.org treasurer@fccmarshalltown.org sound@fccmarshalltown.org Ephesians 1: Therefore I also, after I heard of your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all the saints, 16 do not cease to give thanks for you, making mention of you in my prayers: 17 that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give to you the spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of Him, 18 the eyes of your understanding being enlightened; that you may know what is the hope of His calling, what are the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints, 19 and what is the exceeding greatness of His power toward us who believe, according to the working of His mighty power 20 which He worked in Christ when He raised Him from the dead and seated Him at His right hand in the heavenly places, 21 far above all principality and power and might and dominion, and every name that is named, not only in this age but also in that which is to come. 22 And He put all things under His feet, and gave Him to be head over all things to the church, 23 which is His body, the fullness of Him who fills all in all. May 10 is the date of the Ascension of the Lord. After His resurrection He stayed with the disciples until this time, over a month. According to the Apostle Paul, He once appeared to over 500 people at the same time (1 Corinthians 15:6) and there were witnesses when He ascended into heaven. After that, angels told the gathered crowd that Jesus would return to the same spot on the Mount of Olives. In the meantime, they were to gather in Jerusalem and await the arrival of the Holy Spirit (Pentecost). The Lord seems to delight in training us to wait; to wait upon Him in prayer, to wait for answers to prayer, to just manage to be faithful in the midst of everyday life. In this passage about Christ ascending to heaven the Bible tells us to wait, but wait with vision. Not vision for our lives, or our church or ministry. All of that is valuable and necessary, but here we are encouraged to have a vision of Christ. Verse 18 speaks of the "eyes of our understanding being enlightened" to grasp what is the hope before us as Christians and the power that is at work in all who call on the name of Christ, even the same power that raised Christ from the dead. I think insights regarding what the Holy Spirit is doing in our community now will arise out of a growing understanding of the wonder of Christ and the eternal destiny that is before the Christian. That should be our prayer this month for each other, that "the eyes of our understanding being enlightened, that you may saints." That's my prayer for you this month. Have a wonderful May. Sermons for May May 6 John 15:9-17 A Fruitful Life May 13 John 17:6-19 A Sacrificial Unity May 20 John 14:26 The Comforter May 27 John 3:1-17 Only Begotten Page 1

Grant Brintnall, Nichole Wimberly Kristi Hassler, Paul Packer, Esther Hougham Sandy Packer Whitney Storjohann Jennifer Allison, Megan

Ragland, Jim Clark Lenny Reeder, Nichole Vellinga Claire Meyer, Libby Meyer, Patricia Morrison Kali Banks, Ken Lunsford Doug Randall Levi

6, 1972 Aaron & Angie Dickey May 10, 1997 Matt & Amy Dammen May 20, 2006 Blake & Sarah Latham May 26, 2007 Steve & Alicia Storjohann May

10-2-9pm Church Photos May 11-2-9pm Church Photos May 12-10am-5pm Church Photos May 13- Mothers Day (no Fellowship) May 15-6:30pm Deacons

26-11am MOW May 27- No Fellowship Memorial Day Weekend May 28- Church Offices Closed Circle of Friends Circle of Friends will meet on May

Our presenters from Marshalltown Community School District are Dr.

On May 20 th both classes will meet at Grimes Farm at 4pm Please keep our Members in Care Facilities in your thoughts & prayers: Al &

2 Grant Brintnall, Nichole Wimberly Kristi Hassler, Paul Packer, Esther Hougham Sandy Packer Whitney Storjohann Jennifer Allison, Megan Greenwood Doris McCarty, Chad Pinkston, Tanya Jordan Ashely Beaty, Lisa Beaty Madison Swartz, Eleanor Tjossem Lisa Gruver, Cynthia Ragland, Jim Clark Lenny Reeder, Nichole Vellinga Claire Meyer, Libby Meyer, Patricia Morrison Kali Banks, Ken Lunsford Doug Randall Levi Storjohann Bob Gaynor, Stella Storjohann, Ken Winkler Lee Brintnall Raechel McGahuey, Judy Gaynor Wendy Stanley Dave & Paulette Berg May 6, 1972 Aaron & Angie Dickey May 10, 1997 Matt & Amy Dammen May 20, 2006 Blake & Sarah Latham May 26, 2007 Steve & Alicia Storjohann May 27, 1983 May 1 May 2 May 3 May 4 May 6 May 7 May 8 May 9 May 10 May 10 May 11 May 13 May 15 May 19 May 21 May22 May 23 May 31 MARK YOUR CALENDARS! May 2-6pm Circle of Friends May 3-7pm Vision Meeting May 6-11:45 Cabinet Meets 5pm Nooma May 8-8:30am Benevolence & Missions Meet May pm Church Photos May pm Church Photos May 12-10am-5pm Church Photos May 13- Mothers Day (no Fellowship) May 15-6:30pm Deacons Meet May 17-6:45pm Trustees Meet May 20- Graduation Sunday 4pm both Confirmation Classes Grimes Farm May 21-6:30pm BCE Meets May 26-11am MOW May 27- No Fellowship Memorial Day Weekend May 28- Church Offices Closed Circle of Friends Circle of Friends will meet on May 2nd at 6:00pm for a potluck meal. The program topic is "Diversity in the Schools". Our presenters from Marshalltown Community School District are Dr. Lisa Stevenson, Director of Learning and Rachel Inks Migrant/ESL Coordinator. All are welcome. On May 20 th both classes will meet at Grimes Farm at 4pm Please keep our Members in Care Facilities in your thoughts & prayers: Al & Stella Storjohann, Willis Fiscus Pattye Morrison, JoAnne Ainley, Betty Runner, Jan More, Bob Becker, Loretta Stubbe, Mary Vellinga, Dr. Rachel Mason, Mildred Lathrop, Tom Southard SCHEDULE FOR WEDNESDAY NIGHT YOUTH ACTIVITIES May 2-DOG s 4-5pm, Jr. PY 5:30-6:30pm, PY 7-8pm May 9- DOG s 4-5pm, Jr. PY 5:30-6:30pm, PY 7-8pm May 16- All groups together 5:30-7pm. End of the year party, Picnic and games at Grimes Farm (if bad weather we will be at church) Page 2

MAY SUNDAY SCHOOL SCHEDULE For all ages every Sunday!

Studying Anxious for Nothing: Calm in a Chaotic World by Max Lucado. Meeting in the Loft at FCC May 7th and May 21st at 7pm. For more information contact Shelly Speas.

Contact Shelly Speas or Kristin Meyer for more information. YOUTH GROUP FUND RAISING CONTINUES!

Because of the location, the youth group and chaperones will need to fly, which increases the budget significantly. We would ask for your prayers and support for the trip.

service, and in the narthex after the 10:30 service. If you are able to contribute, please pick an envelope that will match your desired amount.

We ask that you return the envelope with your donation, and also an encouraging note that they can read when they are on their way to the conference.

Have dinner out and support our youth! GARAGE SALE (PORTICO SALE!

Youth group will pick up items. STILL IN NEED OF ITEMS TO SELL! YOUR DONTATION ARE APPRECIATED!! Thank you!

3 MAY SUNDAY SCHOOL SCHEDULE For all ages every Sunday! Sunday School every Sunday in May 9:15am worship Preschool-4th grade 9:30am 5-8th grade 9:30am 9-12th grade 11:45am Young Adult Bible for Adults years old. Studying Anxious for Nothing: Calm in a Chaotic World by Max Lucado. Meeting in the Loft at FCC May 7th and May 21st at 7pm. For more information contact Shelly Speas. Nooma Nights Adult Bible study will meet Sunday, May 6th at 5pm at Kristin and Greg Meyer's home. Studying Case for Christ by Lee Strobel. Meal and child care provided. Contact Shelly Speas or Kristin Meyer for more information. YOUTH GROUP FUND RAISING CONTINUES! Approximately 15 people are hoping to go to San Diego for the NAPF/ HOPE Conferences, June Because of the location, the youth group and chaperones will need to fly, which increases the budget significantly. We would ask for your prayers and support for the trip. Fundraisers coming up will include: ENVELOPE FUNDRAISER: There will be envelopes labeled $5 to $200 (and a few blanks) that will be set up outside the chapel doors for the early service, and in the narthex after the 10:30 service. If you are able to contribute, please pick an envelope that will match your desired amount. There will be a personal note inside the envelope from one of the youth members who will be going. We ask that you return the envelope with your donation, and also an encouraging note that they can read when they are on their way to the conference. That would be a double blessing to them. TIP NIGHTS: Two Tips nights are scheduled! May 8 5-8pm at Culvers. June 4 Pizza Ranch. Mark your calendars! Have dinner out and support our youth! GARAGE SALE (PORTICO SALE!): Saturday, May 12, 8am-2pm As you do your spring cleaning, if you have any items you no longer need/want, please set them aside for the youth group to hold a sale! Youth group will pick up items. STILL IN NEED OF ITEMS TO SELL! YOUR DONTATION ARE APPRECIATED!! Thank you!! The Chicken Noodle Dinner Fundraiser was an even bigger success than we dreamed!! We raised over a thousand dollars for our group going to the Youth Mission Conference! Grateful for all the orders & Amazing isn t a big enough word for the cooks!! You have hearts of gold & we LOVE you so much!! We have also been very blessed by the response from our Flamingo Migration Fundraiser! The flock has made its way around town including our Mayor Joel Greer. So much fun and so blessed to have so much support! Olivia Hawkins, daughter of Foster Hawkins & Nancy Urbanowski, graduates May 27th from Luther College. Her final degree is in Mathematics, Computer Science and Statistics. She begins her new career in June, at Mechdyne in Marshalltown. Leiah Paustian graduated December 15, 2017 from DMACC - Boone Campus. She earned an AA and an AS in Liberal Arts. She is currently attending Iowa State University. Leiah is the granddaughter of Terry & Julie Paustian. Page 3

Tyler Reeder: Son of Lenny Reeder and Lisa Reeder Plans to attend Iowa State University to study

to study Philosophy and English Rebeque Sauer: Daughter of Darin and Jennifer Sauer Plans to work

in Marshalltown and possibly pursue cosmetology or esthetician in the future.

and Jewl Russell Plans to continue out the year fulfilling her role as Miss Iowa Teen USA and then

Daughter of Shauna Banks, Granddaughter of Ray & Marian Gerdes Graduating from Iowa State

Kali is applying for jobs in the state of Iowa and the surrounding states.

5, 2018 with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering.

Jacob was involved in many activities while at ISU.

4 Tyler Reeder: Son of Lenny Reeder and Lisa Reeder Plans to attend Iowa State University to study Engineering Sadie Kriegel: Daughter of Michael and Jennifer Fouts Plans to attend University of Iowa to study Philosophy and English Rebeque Sauer: Daughter of Darin and Jennifer Sauer Plans to work and live in Marshalltown Raechel McGahuey: Daughter of Troy and LaRae McGahuey Raechel plans to work in Marshalltown and possibly pursue cosmetology or esthetician in the future. Raelene McGahuey: Daughter of Troy and LaRae McGahuey Graduating from Marshalltown Community College with her AA degree. Plans to attend Buena Vista University online studying marketing Isabella Russell: Daughter of Dick and Jewl Russell Plans to continue out the year fulfilling her role as Miss Iowa Teen USA and then will attend college to study Zoology with an emphasis on marine mammals Kali Banks. Daughter of Shauna Banks, Granddaughter of Ray & Marian Gerdes Graduating from Iowa State University, College of Human Sciences. Kali is applying for jobs in the state of Iowa and the surrounding states. Jacob James Shirar Son of Kirk & Cindy Shirar Graduating from Iowa State University on Saturday, May 5, 2018 with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. He is currently interviewing for several positions in his field. Jacob was involved in many activities while at ISU. A few of his favorites included Ultimate Frisbee, Climbing Club, and intramural sports. Jacob continued to strengthen his relationship with God and attended Cornerstone Church and The Salt Company while at school. Thank you to our church family for your support of him all these years and your continued prayers are coveted. Conner Beaty: Son of John and Lisa Beaty Plans to attend University of Northern Iowa to study Actuarial Science Page 4

Vitality Ministry Council The Vitality Ministry Council's purpose is to enrich the National Association through education and encouraging churches and pastors.

This task team helps support seminarians spiritually and financially, finding mentors to encourage students and scholarships to make seminary possible.

5 Vitality Ministry Council The Vitality Ministry Council's purpose is to enrich the National Association through education and encouraging churches and pastors. Our task teams include: The Congregational Foundation for Theological Studies (CFTS). This task team helps support seminarians spiritually and financially, finding mentors to encourage students and scholarships to make seminary possible. For ministers coming into the NA, students in CFTS and other interested folks, CFTS organizes educational events like the Boston Seminar. The Lay Ministry Training Program is also under their oversight. Workshops for the Annual Meeting and Conference. Among all the seminars offered, this team ensures we have something related to churches or ministers in community. Church Revitalization. This task team encourages churches and pastors to think differently about the challenges they face by sponsoring workshops and strategic visioning. Pastoral Search. The NA facilitates the search process for churches and pastors by making available online resources, including church and minister information forms. During the Annual Meeting, Vitality Ministry Council members are available to help churches and/or pastors to strategize about their process. Minister Convocations. Each year, the NA sponsors a retreat for ministers to enjoy fellowship, spiritual rest and reflection. This year, we will have two convocations: Mid-west (in Michigan) and New England (in Massachusetts). We hope to add other regional convocations in the future! Awards and Pastor Appreciation. The National Association has a number of awards to encourage lay people and ministers alike. This team oversees that awards process. Congregational Identity. What makes us Congregational, and how do we help our churches, pastors, lay people and the world understand Congregationalism better? These big questions guide this task team. Music Ministry. Someone thought, "Wouldn't it be great if we could help church musicians in the NA be in touch and support one another?" We have a terrific bunch working on all these projects. They include: Irv Gammon (CT), Sarah Gladstone (MI), Doug Gray (MA), Emily Miller-Todd (CA), Justin Nierer (MI), and our ministry intern, Meghan Webster (MI). Dr. Charles Packer (Dean of CFTS), Dr. Michael Chittum (Executive Director) are part of our team meetings too. If you are interested in one of these great task teams and would like to step up and help, please let us know. If you have a great idea that falls into this area, let us know how we can support you and your church. Please Doug Gray for more information. There are many dates open for the balance of 2018 for Meals on Wheels delivery would you have time to volunteer to deliver on any of the dates listed below? August 25 September 22 September 29 October 27 November 24 December 22 December 29 Sign up sheet on clipboard in the Narthexor call the church office!thank You!!! Page 5

2018 FCC CALENDAR OF EVENTS! Sunday Worship services: 8 a.m.

Sunday School Every Sunday Preschool-8 h Grade starts at 9:15am Adult Sunday school at 9:30am High School starts at 11:45-12:30 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY When inclement

1 FM Monday Friday KFJB 1230 AM 9 a.m. Noon Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 6pm Circle of Friends 4-5pm D.O.G.S. 5:30-6:30pm Jr PY 7-8pm P.

6 2018 FCC CALENDAR OF EVENTS! Sunday Worship services: 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School Every Sunday Preschool-8 h Grade starts at 9:15am Adult Sunday school at 9:30am High School starts at 11:45-12:30 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY When inclement weather occurs, please refer to the following radio stations for announcement of cancellation of our worship services: KDAO 1190 AM or 99.5 FM Church Office Hours: KIX FM Monday Friday KFJB 1230 AM 9 a.m. Noon Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 6pm Circle of Friends 4-5pm D.O.G.S. 5:30-6:30pm Jr PY 7-8pm P.Y 3 7pm Vision Meeting 4 5 9am-3pm Silent Retreat at Pilgrim Heights 6 Sunday School 9:15 Pre-8 grd 9:30-Adults 11:45am Cabinet Meets 5pm Nooma 13 Mother s Day No fellowship Sunday School 9:15 Pre-8 grd 11:45- HS 9:30-Adults 20 Graduation Sunday Sunday School 9:15 Pre-8 grd 11:45- HS 9: 30- Adults 4pm both Confirm Class Grimes Farm 27 Sunday School 9:15 Pre-8 grd 11:45- HS 9: 30- Adults No fellowship 7 7pm Young Adults Bible Study In loft 8 8:30am Benevolence & Missions meet 5-8pm Tip Culvers :30 Deacons meet 21 6:30pm BCE meets 7pm Young Adults Bible Study In loft 28 Offices closed pm D.O.G.S. 5:30-6:30pm Jr PY 7-8pm P.Y 16 All Youth Groups! End of Farm 5:30-7pm (bad church) pm D.O.G.S. 5:30-6:30pm Jr PY 7-8pm P.Y CHURCH PHOTOS 2-9PM noon Stamp Club CHURCH PHOTOS 2-9PM :45pm Trustees meet noon Stamp Club Page 6 12 CHURCH PHOTOS 10AM-5PM 8am-2pm Youth Portico Sale 26 11am MOW FCC Vol: color code: youth events Church mtgs Special events Comm. events Color copy on bulletin boards

Times available are: Thursday May 10 2 pm-9 pm Friday May 11 2 pm-9 pm Saturday May 12 10 am - 5 pm. Appointments are 10 mins.

7 Please make our 150th Anniversary Photo Directory complete with your participation! Photography appointments can be made with Nancy Urbanowski on Sundays at church service times. Times available are: Thursday May 10 2 pm-9 pm Friday May 11 2 pm-9 pm Saturday May am - 5 pm. Appointments are 10 mins. There is NO charge and every party will receive a FREE 8 x 10 color photo print. Photo sessions are in the Fellowship Hall area. See website for ONLINE appointments. Any questions call Nancy: Page 7

8 First Congregational Church 312 W. Main St. Marshalltown, IA 50158

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