You do not want to miss this Sunday. Faith Des Peres is on the move and we have some exciting news to share with our members, family and friends! Please plan on attending and join us in the excitement.
It is an honor and a pleasure to have Rev. Dr. Miller as our guest minister Sunday. Rev. Miller will be our guest preacher for the month of January.
It’s a communion Sunday which means the kids will pull the wagon and collect food for Circle of Concern during the offering time. The idea behind Feeding the Flock is that while we are spiritually fed at Christ’s table, we are called to physically feed others. This is an important outreach ministry of Faith Des Peres, and is one that gets everyone involved. Even if you forgot food today, you can always donate food to Circle of Concern by dropping it off at the church. Thank you.
Join us for GAME NIGHT in the Gathering Space on Friday evening, January 11th at 6:30 pm. Bring your favorite board games, drinks, and a snack to share. Fun for the whole family. All are welcome!
GUN VIOLENCE is a crisis for public health. What is the church doing? What individual responses are possible? Please plan on attending. Older Youth and Adults might want to do a quick read of Jason Reynolds’ short book, LONG WAY DOWN, for insights. This is available at the St. Louis County public library, Amazon or your favorite book store.
There will be a light lunch and a lively discussion. Please sign up in the Gathering Space for planning purposes.
Join us for a fulfilling morning of mission on Saturday, February 2nd at Food Outreach (on Olive and Compton). Beginning at 8am, we will don our hats and hair nets and get to work packaging meals for those in need. No prior experience necessary- the Food Outreach program is very well organized- simply show up and everything you need will be provided there. We are seeking to establish a group of 15-20 participants ages 12 and up. Please sign up in the gathering space and indicate if you have interest in carpooling! This event is loved and enjoyed by many- we are excited to have you join!
FDP's Chili Cook-Off will be held in the Gathering Space Friday evening February 22nd. Please sign-up in the Gathering Space to bring your best chili! There is a list of complimentary foods ( cornbread, oyster crackers, shredded cheese, etc.) if you don’t want to enter your chili. We'll eat, cast votes for our favorite chili, and enjoy each other’s company. Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 entries. Doors open at 6:30pm. Chili eating and judging begins at 7pm. Hope to see you there!
If you are willing to serve as a greeter or a liturgist on Sunday mornings or are willing to bring refreshments for fellowship in the gathering space after worship, please sign up by using one of the links below or calling Tiara in the church office.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4AABA82BA1F49-volunteering
On behalf of the entire congregation of Faith Des Peres Presbyterian Church we would like to wish you all a Happy New Year.
Join us for a special New Year Brunch and worship service on Sunday, December 30 at 10:30. This special service will take place in the Gathering Space where we’ll eat and worship and focus on the new year. It’s for all ages and we will have some exercises to get us thinking about things we want to leave behind or take on in the new year. (There is no nursery care or Sunday School this day. Everyone is encouraged to worship together!)
Join us for GAME NIGHT in the Gathering Space on Friday evening, January 11th at 6:30 pm. Bring your favorite board games, drinks, and a snack to share. Fun for the whole family. All Ages are welcome!
Tiara Payne, our administrative assistant, will continue to be available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. You can reach Tiara by calling the church office, 432-8029, or emailing her at adminasst@faithdesperes.org. Members of the Session also are available to answer your questions and are going to be working with Tiara to provide communications through the weekly blog and Sunday bulletin. The newly appointed members of the Session are:
Barbara Abbett— Clerk of Session
Danny Mortimer – Chair of Finance/Personnel Center
Mary Lewis - Chair of Worship Center
Beth Willock – Chair MEC
Dianne Modrell – Chair Faith Formation
Erika Abbett – Chair Mission and Ministry
Ashley Marting – Mission and Ministry
You can either contact one of the members directly or ask Tiara to put you in touch with them
Join us for a fulfilling morning of mission on Saturday, February 2nd at Food Outreach (on Olive and Compton). Beginning at 8am, we will don our hats and hair nets and get to work packaging meals for those in need. No prior experience necessary- the Food Outreach program is very well organized- simply show up and everything you need will be provided there. We are seeking to establish a group of 15-20 participants ages 12 and up. Please sign up in the gathering space and indicate if you have interest in carpooling! This event only is loved and enjoyed by many- we are excited to have you join!
FDP's Chili Cook-Off will be held in the Gathering Space Friday evening February 22nd. Please sign-up in the Gathering Space to bring your best chili! There is a list of complimentary foods ( cornbread, oyster crackers, shredded cheese, etc.) if you don’t want to enter your chili. We'll eat, cast votes for our favorite chili, and enjoy each other’s company. Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 entries. Doors open at 6:30pm. Chili eating and judging begins at 7pm. Hope to see you there!
If you are willing to serve as a greeter or a liturgist on Sunday mornings or are willing to bring refreshments for fellowship in the gathering space after worship, please sign up by using one of the links below or calling Tiara in the church office.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4AABA82BA1F49-volunteering
Your time and help in this part of the ministry of Faith Des Peres is always appreciated.
Tuesday night Tai Chi classes, led by Susan Marting, will be pausing for a seasonal sabbatical. Check back in the new year for another term!
On behalf of the entire congregation of Faith Des Peres Presbyterian Church we would like to wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Rev. Carol DeVaughan will be with us on Sunday, Dec. 23; for our traditional Christmas Eve service at 5:30 p.m. on Dec. 24, and on Sunday, Dec. 30.
Tiara Payne, our administrative assistant, will continue to be available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. You can reach Tiara by calling the church office, 432-8029, or emailing her at adminasst@faithdesperes.org. Members of the Session also are available to answer your questions and are going to be working with Tiara to provide communications through the weekly blog and Sunday bulletin. The newly appointed members of the Session are:
Barbara Abbett— Clerk of Session
Danny Mortimer – Chair of Finance/Personnel Center
Mary Lewis - Chair of Worship Center
Beth Willock – Chair MEC
Dianne Modrell – Chair Faith Formation
Erika Abbett – Chair Mission and Ministry
Ashley Marting – Mission and Ministry
You can either contact one of the members directly or ask Tiara to put you in touch with them.
Join us for a special New Year Brunch and worship service on Sunday, December 30 at 10:30. This special service will take place in the Gathering Space where we’ll eat and worship and focus on the new year. It’s for all ages and we will have some exercises to get us thinking about things we want to leave behind or take on in the new year. Please sign-up in the Gathering Space and let us know what dish you’ll bring. Thank you! (There is no nursery care or Sunday School this day. Everyone is encouraged to worship together!)