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A Note from your New G.R.A.C.E. Director
Well… here we are :). I can hardly believe I get to write this as your new G.R.A.C.E. Director. My heart is full, my sleeves are rolled up, and I’m ready for what God has in store.
As I begin as the Director of Children’s Ministry, Operations, and Church Engagement, I am humbled to serve God, our congregation, and our wider community in a way that brings together the ministries I love most — nurturing children, strengthening relationships, coordinating the rhythms of church life, and helping people feel connected and welcomed. I’m excited to partner with our elders, deacons, staff, and the many volunteers who faithfully pour themselves into this church week after week.
While I may have a long, formal title, the heart of my work is summed up in one word: G.R.A.C.E.
I’m here to serve as your G.R.A.C.E. Director — focusing on Guiding Relationships, Activities, Children, and Engagement as we follow where God leads.
We are reminded in Mark 9:37 “Whoever welcomes one such child in my name, welcomes me, and whoever welcomes me, welcomes not me, but the one who sent me.”
Jesus placed a child in the middle of His disciples to remind us of what true greatness looks like: humility, service, and welcome. As we begin this new chapter, I’m stepping into it with my heart, mind and arms wide open, ready to welcome all in Christ’s love and rise together into the good work God has begun.
Thank you for this amazing opportunity!
With gratitude and joy,
Angela
G.R.A.C.E. Director
Special Announcements
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Happy Retirement Sam!
Please join us in wishing Sam all the best in his retirement—we are so grateful for the lasting impact he has made at FPC!
Summer Cereal Drive Continues
We invite you to bring boxes of cereal to church until May 31.
Note: The pantry currently has an abundant supply of Cheerios, so we kindly ask that you choose any other variety of cereal for your donation to help provide a wider selection for the families.
Thank you for your continued generosity and for supporting our neighbors through the Waunakee Food Pantry!
Please contact Leslie Strangfeld, Mission Elder, with any questions at 608‑347‑4843.
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: May 31 – June 6
Monday, June 1 – 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
Monday, June 1 – Thursday, June 4 – Quilters Sewing Days
FPC will be hosting the Quilters Sewing Days
📌Date: Monday – Thursday
🕛Time: 9 AM – 4 PM
⛪ Where: Fellowship Hall & Room 102
Save the Date | More Info to Come
Tuesday, June 9 – 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.
📌Date: Tuesday, June 9
🕛Time: 10 AM
⛪Where: FPC – Room 204
Contact Marcia Chase at marchase@icloud.com with questions.
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 welcomed to stay for an FPC congregational meeting following service on Sunday, June 14.
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 5/21
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: May 31 – June 6
This Week’s Anniversaries: May 31 – June 6
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
May 31
Ying Wang, pianist
June 7
Ruth & Paul Heinecke, piano and trumpets-guest musicians
June 14
Beth Wagner, guest 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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