Sunday Worship at 10:30 a.m.

304-343-8961

Congratulations to Bill and Mary McCoy on the birth of their granddaughter, Ali Grace Anderson, born on December 30, to Lindsay and Eric Anderson in Florida.

Sympathy of the Congregation is extended to the family of Lois A. Cleland, who died on December 31.

 Next Week’s Sermon will be given by Bill McCoy.

Our Parish Nurses will be providing blood pressure checks in the Cablish Room following the worship service. This ministry is available to everyone.

Announcing An All New FIRSTPRESBY.COM: Our church website is a brand new interactive site. In addition to events, calendars and  sermons, you are now able to log in to a member site.  Here you can contact other members in your classes or small groups, update your information, view the calendar, and you can set up on-line giving to the church. Check it out today!

Manna Meal Sandwich Making: 200 sandwiches were made and, along with fruit, delivered to Manna Meal  during  Sunday School today. Thank you, Elementary Sunday School Class (Covenant Class) and adults!

Presbyterian Women: The January Luncheon of the Presbyterian Women will be held at 12 noon on Thursday, January 21, in the dining room. Reservations  can be made by calling your Circle leader or the church office, 304-343-8961 by January 18. The program will be presented by Dr. Jim Roberts, who will continue the Bible Study, Come to the Waters. Reminder: Individual Circles do NOT meet in January.

All Children in grades 1-5 and their parents are invited to join us in Preparation for Communion Class. This class is scheduled for January 31 at 2 p.m. in the Dining Room. We want to make sure all children have  the opportunity to learn about the holy sacrament of communion. If you have not participated in the class before, you are invited.  Contact Janet Chambers for additional information.

Archery will be held on January 23, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Bud Francis Recreation Room. Adults and children 10 years and older are welcome to participate.

Offering Envelopes for those who requested them can be picked up on Sunday mornings on the table near the church office.  They can also be picked up in the office during regular church office hours. Call the church office if you have questions or wish to get a box.

Passing The Peace: The cold and flu season is in full swing, please be aware that friends with depressed immune systems may welcome a greeting of a warm smile, a pat on the shoulder, etc., rather than a handshake or a hug.  Please be attentive as you share the loving hospitality of Christ’s peace with each other.

Food Pantry Needs: Canned Milk, Canned Meat & Canned Fruit

 A Congregational Meeting will be held Sunday, January 24, immediately following the worship service, for the purpose of reviewing the Pastors’ Terms of Call and electing members to serve on the Congregational Nominating Committee.

 Bad Weather Closure for Church Activities: If Kanawha County Schools are closed due to weather, all meetings and activities in the church are cancelled. If public schools close early due to weather, all meetings and activities in the church are cancelled for that evening.  Please do not come out if it puts you at risk for injury. Worship Services will always be held!

Giving Tree: We are continuing with our Giving Tree.  This months’ item is mittens. The Giving Tree items go towards helping the children in Ayacucho, Peru. Envelopes for this project are available in the  chapel or designate on your check  “Giving Tree”.

Kroger Plus Card Shopper? The Kroger Company will make a contribution to First Presby each time you use your Kroger Plus card, when you designate the church as your choice of charity. (Participation does not affect your gas point total). To enroll your card go to www.kroger.com/communityrewards and select First Presby as your church. If you need help registering, stop by the church office with your Kroger Plus Card and we will be happy to register it for you. To date 31 families have signed up and First Presby received a check from Krogers for $481 for the last quarter.

Many Thanks to all who worked, as well as those who purchased items, from Hope Village to make it truly a magnificent success during the Christmas Season. An extra BIG thanks to Mary Kay Boyle for her tireless hours of work to achieve this success.

Equal Exchange Products: Coffee, tea, cocoa, chocolates, raisins, trail mix, and nuts continue to be available for purchase after worship and during the week during church business hours.

  Church Family Style  Dinner, January 13

Please make reservations by 4:00 p.m. Monday.

contact the church office (304-343-8961) for reservations.

(Those registered for LOGOS have a standing reservation and do not need to call.)

THEME: Snowman

 Hosts:   Session & Sojourners Sunday School Class

Return the tear-off portion below for your supper reservation.

Wednesday Supper – January 13, 2016– 6:00 p.m.

First-time visitor, be our guest—no charge!

PRICE FOR DINNER

Adult/$6; Child 12-under/$3; Child under 3 is free

Menu: Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Carrots, Oranges, Donut Snowmen & Hot Chocolate