Wonder of Worship Join Us For This Exciting Series!
"When the woes of life overtake me, hopes deceive, and fears annoy" the cross is a constant reminder of Christ's victory available to us. This week in the Wonder of Worship series we'll explore the symbol of the cross and how God makes us wonderful by giving us a victory. Join us Sunday morning, August 21st!
Katie's Ordination Gallery
A dozen members of First Central drove two and a half hours on Saturday to Peace United Church of Christ in Tilden, Nebraska to celebrate the ordination of our new Associate Minister Katie Miller. She was surrounded by friends and family. See a gallery of her service HERE!
Homecoming Reminder
A reminder that Homecoming is quickly approaching! Join us for a picnic on the patio after worship, August 28th. A-Q, please bring a dessert; R-Z, please bring a side dish. Music, food, and fellowship! All are welcome!
OPEN DOORS SCOTT'S COLUMN
Read Scott's most latest blog post on his website HERE.
PURSUE WISDOM EDUCATION NEWS
Are We Free? Join us for First Forum this Sunday, August 21st at 9:15am as we explore 2 main topics – the conflict between free will and determinism and the existential quest to become an authentic person.
CHANGE THE WORLD OUTREACH NEWS
A reminder that our Refugee Team will be meeting this Sunday, August 21st at 11:40am in Memorial Hall.
An organizational meeting for the 2016 Omaha CROP Walk will be held Saturday, August 20 at Urban Abbey. Contact Jim Ogden for more information.
BUILD RELATIONSHIPS CONGREGATIONAL CARE NEWS
The next First Central Arts Team's Writing Group meeting will be Saturday, August 27th, at 10 a.m., in the Elevated Track Room. Please bring any writing you are ready to share, and pen and paper to practice. Email Nicole Le Clerc to sign up.
CONNECT WITH OTHERS COMMUNITY NEWS & EVENTS
What if we could actually change the world by telling better stories? The Center for Faith Studies presents Melvin Bray on August 25th , at 7 p.m. Read More Here.
IN OUR PRAYERS Judy Blazek, recovering from a cornea transplant; Detroit Carwyn, recovering from surgery.
CELEBRATIONS CONGRATS to our own Rev. Katie Miller on her Ordination this past weekend!
NEED A RIDE? If you need a ride to church, we'd love to help. Please call Alan Bucknam (402-393-7092) for the current schedule.
DONATE
Changing lives and changing the world through the ministries of this church require your financial support. DONATE HERE.
CALENDAR
Thursday, August 18
10:00am
Evergreen Thrift Shop
3:00pm
Yoga
Friday, August 19
10:00am
Evergreen Thrift Shop
10:30am
Beginning Meditation and Tai Chi
11:00am
Tai Chi
4:30pm
Siena/Francis House
Saturday, August 20
10:00am
Evergreen Thrift Shop
Sunday, August 21
1:00pm
Yoga Restorative
Monday, August 22
1:30pm
staff meeting
5:30pm
Yoga
Tuesday, August 23
7:00pm
Ministry Support
Wednesday, August 24
10:00am
Evergreen Thrift Shop
