Events at FCC

September 21st @ 10 am. In Sanctuary. Live Streamed.
✨🕊️ John Knowles, FCC member and former spiritual leader at Unity Spiritual Center, will preach on "The Divine Connection."
🎶 "Shalom, Indeed" will sing "Love Can Build a Bridge" (N. Judd et. al), and the Choir will lead the congregation on "Here I am, Lord."
👉 Pastors will help lead the service.

Sunday Sept. 28th and Oct. 5th, 11:15 am-12:15 pm
The FCC Church Council invites FCC members and friends to engage in one of two facilitated small group discussions held following worship on two upcoming Sundays. Each small group (10-12 people) will discuss the following two questions:

• Who is God Calling Us to Become as a Congregation?

• How is God Calling us to Reach out to Address the Emerging Challenges and Opportunities of our Community and Congregation?

The responses to these questions will be used to help create a church profile that will be shared by the Search Committee as they seek a new minister in the coming year. We need broad participation in this process and strongly encourage all to attend.

Sign-up here: Small Group Sign-up

Childcare will be offered in Lucas Hall/or on the FCC grounds during the small group meetings. If you can not attend either small group gathering, we encourage members to answer the questions through the online response form. Feel free to reach out to Erica Wiest - efwiest@gmail.com if you have questions.

The Church Council is managing the transition process as Pastor Jim and Julia prepare for retirement next January 2026. Council is establishing five committees to accomplish various goals. Check out updates on our website!

Sunday, September 21st, 6:30-8:00 pm
Join us near Deland Park Beach, on the beach at the fire ring by the first staircase north of Michigan Avenue. Find out what Middle and High School youth group events are happening in 2025-2026. Bring a blanket or folding chair. We will have fun, games and singing with guitar players. The whole family is invited!  Sign up here: Bonfire Sign-up

Sunday, September 21st
The Live Forever Project is presenting a multi-artform theater production featuring stories of FCC member Janet Ross. Held at 2:30 pm at Lakeland University in the Bradley Theatre. Free Admission. Join in a reception following the performance.

September 21st
Children will remember that "God is within me and all others" through hearing the story of The Never Forgotten Son. They will learn that each of us is a unique part of divine creation and can never be forgotten. The youth will look to Psalm 121 - a song of encouragement. They will discuss that our faith is a journey, marked by ups and downs. We find comfort know that God is always present with us - our source of peace when we feel we have nowhere to turn.

We're enjoying a discussion of “A Return to Love” by Marianne Williamson (which will last at least through September). Speak to Pastor Jim if you would like to participate. Held on Wednesdays at 6:45-7:45 am in the lounge and via Zoom.

The Thursday Group will start a new book focusing on the grief process. Author Francis Weller reveals the new vitality we encounter when we welcome, rather than fear, the pain of loss. Weller highlights the intimate bond between grief and gratitude, sorrow and intimacy. The group meets from 9:30-10:30 am in the church lounge and on Zoom and is open to all. Copies of the book are available for $15 but weekly hand-outs are also available. Contact Pastor Julia to be included on the email list.

Friday, September 26th
Held from 4-5:30 pm in the FCC lounge. Gather for some light appetizers and beverages.This group is for ALL who have experienced the loss of a spouse. Come provide wisdom and support for each other.

Wednesday, September 24th
Held at Lakeland University (Bradley Auditorium) from 7-8:15 pm. Singer/songwriter, Andra Moran, will lead an evening of song and story for youth and adults. She cofounded the Convergence Music Project and is one of the leaders of it. FCC High School youth will be carpooling leaving from FCC parking lot at 6:30 pm and returning by 9 pm.

Meet new people. On the job training provided. Offers flexible hours and days. The REstore is located at 1911 N. 8th St. in Sheboygan. Check out Volunteer Open House held on Wednesday, October 1st from 5-6 pm or visit the Habitat website here.