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Summer at FPC: Faith, Fun & Fellowship
As we step into this exciting season together, we invite you to jump in, show up, and discover what God has in store. Summer at FPC is all about meeting new people, strengthening friendships, and creating space to grow in our faith in meaningful and joy-filled ways.
Whether you’re laughing at a family event, cheering at a youth gathering, or sharing a moment of connection on a Sunday morning, these are the experiences that stay with us long after summer ends.
So come as you are, bring a friend, and get ready—because together, we’re making this a summer full of faith, friendship, and a whole lot of fun!
📅 Summer Events & Opportunities
🎉June 14 Faith & Fun Night at the Mallards
Sign up by June 7.
Contact Angela Himegarner (G.R.A.C.E. Director) with questions.
⚾ June 17 Brewers Game for Youth (7th–12th Grade)
The bus departs at 4:45 PM.
Contact Joe Madsen (Director of Student Ministry) for details or help signing up.
🤝June 20, July 17, August 14
Youth Service Days
More details coming soon from Joe Madsen.
🥫 June 24 & July 29 (4:00–6:00 PM)
Volunteer at Waunakee Food Pantry
Contact Sheryll Gehrmann or Angela Himegarner.
🎯June 28, July 26, August 23 (7:00–8:30 PM)
Youth Group Nights at FPC
Reach out to Joe Madsen to learn more.
🎆 July 4 FPC Table at Waunaboom
Volunteer for a shift or stop by with family and friends!
Contact Kyle Halweg (Outreach Elder) or Angela Himegarner.
🌊 July 7 Mt. Olympus Water & Theme Park Youth Trip (7th–12th Grade)
More details are coming soon. Reach out to Joe Madsen to learn more.
🌿August 2–4 (5:00–7:00 PM) Vacation Bible School: Rainforest Falls!
An unforgettable adventure filled with music, crafts, games, and Bible stories—all centered on God’s love flowing through every part of our lives.
All children are welcome!
Sign-up link is coming soon. Contact Angela Himegarner for volunteer opportunities or registration questions.
This summer, we invite you to lean in—to build relationships, grow in your faith, and experience the joy of community. No matter your age or stage, FPC is a place where you can belong, connect, and thrive.
Be sure to watch the Connector, Facebook, and our website for updates and additional details.
We can’t wait to see you this summer!
Angela
G.R.A.C.E Director
Guiding Relationships, Activities, Children and Engagement
Special Announcements
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Summer Cereal Drive – Thank You
Summer Cereal Drive Success!
Thank you to everyone who donated to this year’s Summer Cereal Drive. With your generosity, we collected 133 boxes for the Waunakee Food Pantry.
Your gifts directly support children and families in our community and reflect Christ’s love in action. We are grateful for your kindness and care.
Update FPC address if your bank or broker mails checks to FPC
Just a reminder if your bank mails donation checks on your behalf, or you use a broker to send IRA or Donor Advised Funds to FPC, you will want to notify them of our address change. FPC’s new address is 1403 S Century Ave, Waunakee, WI 53597.
Please mail checks to the attention of the “Business Administrator.” Questions? Email finance@myfpc.org.
Boost Donation by Giving Shares of Stock to FPC
Donating appreciated stocks, mutual funds, or bonds directly to First Presbyterian Church of Waunakee may provide significant tax advantages. In many cases, you may avoid capital gains taxes and may also deduct the full value of the gift if you itemize deductions.
FPC accepts stock gifts through Thrivent. To make a stock donation, please contact Church Business Administrator Kristina Maher at 608-949-9453 or finance@myfpc.org for transfer instructions and to indicate how you would like your gift designated.
Please consult your tax advisor regarding your personal situation.
Giving Through a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD)
Adults age 70½ or older may give directly from an IRA to First Presbyterian Church of Waunakee through a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD). QCD gifts may count toward Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) while reducing taxable income.
For 2026, individuals may give up to $111,000 annually through a QCD.
Please consult your tax advisor or financial professional to determine whether a QCD is right for you.
“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.
Coming Events | Weekly Connector: June 7 – 13
Tuesday, June 9 & Saturday, June 13 – Care for Caregivers
The purpose of the group is to meet in a safe place, where there is no judgment, to discuss and pray for you as a caregiver and for your loved ones.
📌Dates: Tuesday, June 9 & Saturday, June 13
🕛Time: 6:30 PM & 10 AM
⛪Where: FPC – Room 204
Contact Marcia Chase at marchase@icloud.com with questions.
Wednesday, June 10 – New Horizons Summer Cookout
Anne and Chuck Frihart have graciously offered their home and backyard for an “end of the school year” New Horizons Cookout and Potluck.
Chuck will be cooking hamburgers, turkey burgers and brats on his grill. For those who are able, please consider bringing a side dish or dessert to share.
📌Dates: Wednesday, June 10
🕛Time: 11:30 AM – 1 PM
⛪Where: 8179 Ballweg Rd, Dane
For questions, please call Anne & Chuck 608-512-3620.
For a ride, please call Vicki & Steve: 608-849-4058.
Save the Date | More Info to Come
Sunday, June 14 – Faith and Family Night
Join FPC for a night of fellowship, fun and food at Faith and Family Night at the Duck Pond!
FPC will be offsetting the cost so people will pay $15 and FPC will cover $15.
Click here to register.
Game starts at 4:05 PM.
Sunday, June 14 – Congregational Meeting
The congregation is encouraged to stay for our meeting following service on Sunday, June 14.
Monday, June 15 – The Light Team
Calling Everyone!
Join the FPC Light Team to watch Season 5 of The Chosen
📌Date: Mondays
🕛Time: 1:00 – 2:30 PM
⛪ Where: The Gathering Place at FPC – Please enter through South Entrance Door #4
Everyone is invited for this opportunity.
Have questions? Contact Lynda Bennin at blbennin@tds.net
*No Light Team on June 8*
Wednesday, June 17 – Milwaukee Brewers Game
Students in grades 7–12 are invited to join us for an exciting evening cheering on the Milwaukee Brewers on Wednesday June 17!
We’ll depart from the FPC parking lot at 4:45 PM for the 6:40 PM game and plan to return around 11:00 PM.
Cost: $16
Bring extra money for food and souvenirs
Sign-up deadline: June 10
Register here: https://forms.gle/hurx7LdRnCpjhVjM6
Sunday, August 2 – Vacation Bible School
Mark your calendars for VBS
📌Date: August 2 – 4
Sign up will be available soon.
Opportunities to Serve
Sound Desk Assistant
Worship & Music Director – New
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 6/4
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:
- Canned Tuna
- Sloppy Joe Sauce
- Pasta Sauce
- Canned Mandarin Oranges
- Ketchup
- Yellow Mustard
- Kleenex
- Strawberry Jam
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 7 – 13
This Week’s Anniversaries: June 7 – 13
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 7
Ying Wang, pianist
June 14
Beth Wagner, guest pianist
June 21
Mary Kay Burton, organ
June 28
Jessica Spicer, flute (church member) & Brooksy Beilke-Skoug, piano
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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