#1 Wise Women of Faith
Ancient Truth. Fresh Voices.

This summer we're exploring scripture through the insights of contemporary women who are shaping the church today. Over the course of 6 weeks, we'll engage with the writings of Anna Carter Florence, Barbara Brown Taylor, Rachel Held Evans, Elisabeth Moltmann-Wendel, Lizzie McManus-Dail, Kate Bowler, and more. Through their perspectives, we'll revisit familiar scriptures, ask new questions, and discover fresh invitations to follow Jesus in our world today. Books are available at the Welcome Desk each week to read along and there's also a display of books in Fellowship if you're looking for some good summer reading.

 

#2 WWF in Action

Want to Dig Deeper & Learn More? Check out videos of some of these thoughtful, amazing, Wise Women of Faith, as they share their hearts and insights through sermons, conversation and blog posts.

Lizzie McManus-Dail (featured on July 19)
Elizabeth Moltmann-Wendel (featured on July 12)
Rachel Held Evans (featured on July 5)
Barbara Brown Taylor (featured on June 28)
Anna Carter Florence (featured on June 21) 

#3 VBS IS HERE!

VBS has begun and the church has been alive this week with all kinds of joyful activity: singing, crafts, Lego STEM, basketball, Bible stories, soccer, tug of war, minute-to-win it challenges and so much more. With the Psalms as our guide, we're learning about GOD EVERYDAY who wants us to bring our whole selves to him - the good, the bad, and the in-between. Don't forget our end-of-the-week VBS celebration this Friday 3:30-4:00pm in the Sanctuary or our VBS Sunday Celebration at 9:15am this week. 

VBS Website
#4 Come Toss Some Cornhole

The Men’s Breakfast Group will be getting together for our 4th annual night of fun and semi-competitive Cornhole at Don Miner’s (11 Riverview Rd., SP) on Wednesday, July 22 at 7pm. Members of the ROMEOs (55+) and any other interested men are invited to join us, as well. Let us know if you're coming so we can plan food and drinks. To RSVP or find out more, contact Rev. Ron.

#5 Help Is Available

DID YOU REALIZE you likely know or have known someone who felt unsafe in their own home or relationship but may be afraid, or unsure of how, to find help.  UWFaith invites you to the Summer Women’s Gathering, Wednesday, July 29, 6-8:30pm. Join us for a free dinner (summer salads galore) followed by a panel discussion on recognizing the signs of intimate partner violence and domestic abuse (both physical and emotional). Child care is available (please register). REGISTER online. 

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