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A Note from Joe
Dear FPC,
I want to give a few updates on life at FPC over the next several weeks and months. June was such a joyful and memorable month for our youth ministry! From cheering on the Brewers together to celebrating at our summer kickoff, it was a season full of laughter, connection, and shared experiences. Watching our students enjoy one another, grow in friendships, and simply have fun reminds me how valuable these moments are. Thank you to everyone who helped make these events possible—your encouragement, prayers, and support truly make a difference in the lives of our young people.
As we look ahead to July, there are even more exciting opportunities on the horizon. Our trip to Wisconsin Dells for a day at Mount Olympus promises to be an adventure full of fun and bonding, and we’re also looking forward to serving together through our Ronald McDonald House meal event. It’s a beautiful balance of building community while also teaching our students the importance of giving back. These experiences help shape their faith in meaningful and lasting ways.
Please continue to keep our youth in your prayers as they navigate their journeys and participate in these upcoming events. And again, thank you for your continued support—it is felt deeply and appreciated more than I can express.
Joe Madsen
Director of Student Ministries
Special Announcements
Beware of Scams
Please be aware of scams impersonating our pastors. Will and Ben will never contact you to request money or gift cards.
If you receive a suspicious request, please do not reply to the email or text. Instead, call the FPC office to verify the communication.
“Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.”
Romans 12:12
We exist as a congregation to know Jesus Christ and to make Him known:
- To proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ so all may come to know and love Him;
- To nurture His people in joyful faith, fellowship, and commitment; and
- To demonstrate His way of love in service to the world.
We use the Connector to share news of the coming week and beyond, the activities that involve a wide range of ages and interests at FPC.
Upcoming Events
Sunday, June 28 – Youth Group Night
📅Date: Sunday, June 28
🕒Time: 7 – 8:30 PM
📌Behind FPC
Water games, campfire, and S’mores provided. Come and leave anytime!
*Youth Group/Student Ministry (7th–12th Grade)
Monday, June 29 – The Light Team
The Light Team is Gathering for Fellowship and Conversation. All women are welcome.
📅Date: Monday, June 29
🕒Time: 10 AM
📌 Location: M-N-M’s Coffeehouse
Saturday, July 4 – WaunaBoom
Opportunity to represent FPC at Waunaboom!
Please contact Outreach Elder Kyle Halweg to learn more!
Tuesday, July 7 – Youth Group Summer Day Out
📅Date: Tuesday, July 7
🕒Time: 9AM – 9PM
📌Register here
Please register by July 1st
*Youth Group/Student Ministry (7th–12th Grade)
Saturday, July 11 – Youth Group Service Project
📅Date: Saturday, July 11
🕒Time: 3:30 – 8 PM
📌Register here
*Youth Group/Student Ministry (7th–12th Grade)
Thursday, July 11 – Caring for Caregivers
A space for caregivers to gather and connect with each other.
📅Date: Thursday, July 11
🕒Time: 10 AM
📌FPC – Room 204
Sunday, August 2 – Vacation Bible School
VBS Rainforest Falls – VBS Rainforest Falls!
📅Date: August 2 – 4
🕒Time: 5:30 – 7:30 PM
📌Participant and Volunteer link is here
We warmly welcome all children. VBS is a wonderful opportunity to make new friends and to connect with their faith in a fun and nurturing environment.
Whether you can volunteer one night or all three, your time and heart will make a big difference. Sign up below to be part of this faith-filled adventure!
Dinner served each evening.
Questions? Please contact Angela Himegarner at angela.himegarner@myfpc.org
Save the Date | More Info to Come
Wednesday, July 29 – Men’s BBQ Dinner & Fellowship
ALL men are welcome to attend!
📅Date: Wednesday, July 29th “rain or shine!”
🕒Time: 5:30 – 7:30 PM
📌Location: 5240 Bishops Bay Parkway, off Highway Q between 2nd & 3rd building
Menu: Brats, Hamburgers, Baked Beans, Potato Salad & Desserts
Opportunities to Serve
Sound Desk Assistant
Hammers with Halos
Want to help others with minor household repairs, maintenance or yard work? Contact the church office or any of the Deacons. Your name will be added to a call list and you may be contacted to see if you can help when a request is received.
Help Create a Safe & Welcoming Space on Sundays
FPC is looking for caring, observant volunteers to serve as House Managers during Sunday services. This role helps ensure a safe and welcoming environment by monitoring the building and surroundings during worship.
If you’re calm under pressure, attentive to detail, and enjoy supporting others behind the scenes, we’d love to have you on the team!
Agrace Volunteers Needed
Volunteers are needed to assist customers and operate the cash register at the Doc Rock Café located inside the Agrace Madison campus or make companionship visits to local Agrace hospice patients in patients’ homes, nursing homes or assisted living centers.
Schedules are flexible, and free training is provided. Anyone interested in volunteering should contact Agrace at (608) 327-7163 or visit Agrace.org/Volunteer to apply online.
Volunteer Opportunity – Waunakee Food Pantry – Updated 6/25
Serve & Support Our Community – Volunteer or Donate!
We’re looking for volunteers to help distribute food from 4 – 6 PM the last Wednesday of each month to help serve our community. It’s a great way to connect with others and make a meaningful impact.
👉 Interested? Fill out the volunteer form on the FPC website or contact Sheryll Gehrmann for details
Unable to volunteer? Here’s the list of items most-needed this month:
- Pasta Sauce
- Bagged White Rice
- Ketchup
- Yellow Mustard
- Vegetable Oil
- Canned Fruit
- Kleenex
- Toilet Paper
The pantry is always looking for paper grocery bags as well. Items can be placed in the shopping cart at the entrance by the Education wing.
News and Announcements
This Week’s Birthdays: June 28 – July 4
This Week’s Anniversaries: June 21 – 27
Bethel Bible Series
FPC Nursery for Ages 4 and under
Nursery Age 4 and Under – Room 200
The Nursery is available on Sundays from 9 – 11:00 AM throughout the month and is staffed by church staff and volunteers who love children and want to share God’s love with them.
Attention Young Musicians
If you sing, play piano, organ, a string, woodwind or brass instrument and would like to sing or play a song during a church service, we’d LOVE to hear you!
You could play a prelude or a piece during a Sunday morning service.
Please contact Sam Robinson at srobinson@myfpc.org or 608-850-9450 through September.
Upcoming Music in Worship
June 28
Jessica Spicer, flute (church member) & Brooksy Beilke-Skoug, piano
July 5
Ying Wang, pianist
July 12
Ying Wang, pianist
When life is hard you need more than a cute poster.
If you are having a tough time with:
• Dealing with family problems
• Chronic or terminal illness in your family
• Grief
• Loneliness
• Divorce recovery
FPC has a group of Stephen Minister Caregivers trained to walk with you through these problems. They help you think things through, find resources available, look for a Biblical view of the problem, pray for you and with you if you wish. The 50 hours of training have provided them with an understanding of reflective listening, boundaries, and the importance of absolute confidentiality.
Since its beginning in 2017, Stephen Ministries helped hundreds of people both from FPC and the wider community journey through tough times. If you want more information, you can talk to a pastor, a deacon, or one of the active Stephen Ministers listed below.
Jill Umlauf – 715-360-5962
FPC Stephen Ministry is here for you!
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