February 23, 2003
First in faith, freedom, fellowship, and Wauwatosa
First Church Celebrates 150 Years
The Age of Her Heart: Gladysmae Preston
Covenant Class Students Help Others
FCC Members Put Tosa on the Map
As was noted by the ad hoc committee for marketing last issue, 2003 marks the150th year that First Congregational Church of Wauwatosa has been on our present Church Street site. As part of celebrating this milestone we will be highlighting contributors to our Congregational history. This month David Wareham, currently serving on the Board of Deacons, has researched one of these notable persons.
We should all be familiar with the hymn America The Beautiful, but did you know that this familiar song was written as a poem by a Congregationalist? The daughter of a Congregational Minister, Katharine Lee Bates held the position of professor of English Literature at Wellesley College in Falmouth, MA. She wrote this poem while serving on the faculty for a summer school trip to Colorado Springs, CO.
Along the journey Bates attended the World's Fair in Chicago and was so impressed by the white city (cream city brick) that she remembered and wrote the stanza "Thine alabaster cities gleam" in her poem.
The Colorado College summer school was coming to an end and Bates, with others, went to the top of Pike's Peak where she was so awed by the beauty of the land that she was inspired to pencil down four verses in a few minutes and didn't revisit them until the following summer. She then submitted the poem to the Congregationalist for publication in1895. This Congregationalist publication was the only payment Bates received for the poem that was later seriously considered to be America's national anthem. Many other countries copied the text substituting America with their own country's name, such as Australia, Canada (O, Canada) and Mexico (Mi Mexico).
The poetic words describing Bates' feelings of America were so well received that music was soon added to the words. Over the years, many different tunes were set to her verses. One such version was to the tune of Auld Lang Syne. Try humming America The Beautiful to the tune of the New Year's Eve song. This 107-year-old hymn has been sung to the tune of Samuel Ward's 1882 tune Materna for so long that it is quite difficult.
America The Beautiful was revised in 1904 by Katharine Bates to simplify the text and she made another change in the third stanza a couple of years later. Over the past 100 years, America the Beautiful, in its many musical arrangements, has become one of the most popular hymns ever.
If you would like to help with the year long celebration by presenting a historic contributor to the Congregational Way, please contact the church office.
Watch for coming events as we study and celebrate 150 years as a vital
part of the Wauwatosa
community. *
A pilgrim is more than a figure from Thanksgiving. One of the most basic themes in the scripture is that of pilgrimage. Story upon story in the Old Testament is based on the theme of a pilgrimage, or journey. In fact, the key event in Israel's history is the Exodus, which then marks the rest of that people's history and ours. Lent, the season we're about to enter, is based on the theme of the Exodus the pilgrimage.
Lent's forty-day duration is derived from Jesus' forty days of fasting and prayer in the wilderness. In those days the early Church's teachers saw a new Noah (who endured the forty days of the flood) and a new Moses (who led Israel during its forty years in the desert following the Exodus event). There is a second journey involved in Lent that builds on the role of Jesus as a new leader, a new savior of the people.
The second journey is that of Jesus on the way to Jerusalem, as he goes from his active ministry to the cross. During Lent we recall the events which lead to 'holy week' and the happenings there in Jerusalem. We walk with Jesus to the 'upper room' and hear his new command "to love one another." We see his betrayal by Judas and go with him through the Passion to the cross. And then we wait as the disciples did until we hear the news: "He is risen!"
Lent, then, is a time to look back on the Lord's journey and a time to evaluate our own spiritual journeys. These forty days offer us an opportunity to reflect on who we are, where we want to grow, and who we want to become and to discover God's input and will for our journeys. Lent is a time to follow Jesus into the 'lonely place' and there find God at the center of our world and our lives.
So Lent is, in itself, a pilgrimage, a journey into a deeper relationship with God. Pilgrims sometimes 'lighten the load' by giving up something along the way. These 'give ups' can be a healthy discipline. However, Pilgrims also 'take up' as they follow. And here by making an effort to attend as many of the Lenten Wednesdays as we can, joining a Bible study or book group, or doing some additional acts of kindness we equip ourselves for the journey that leads us to God's heart.
Jesus' journey gave him the vision to do the work God had for him. Our Lenten Wednesdays are designed to do that for First Church. If you can't make even one, then please pray that the good God will open the hearts, the minds, and the mouths of those who are there. Our Lenten journey is toward a common vision and a bright future for God's gathered people on Church Street!
Have a blessed Lenten journey!
Steve
Rev. Steven A. Peay, Ph.D.
Minister
The February Breakfast with the Girls was a fun morning spent with our own Louise Hedrick and the wonderful world of dolls. Louise's "hobby," which has turned into much more than she could have ever anticipated, is just fascinating to girls of all ages. It is also one of the last 'field trips' out of her house that the dolls will go on so we were especially blessed. We all had plenty of time to ooh and ahh and remember fondly our own special doll friends. Our thanks to Louise and to all of you who came to share the time together.
On March 1st we will launch the Lenten season with a special performance by Dan and Terese Hummel of Acacia Theater. They will bring us "Cross Purposes," a heartwarming re-telling of the events of Jesus' last week in Jerusalem, as seen through the eyes of a merchant, the soldiers, Judas and two bumbling con artists. This is a morning you won't want to miss, and we look forward to a great turnout. See you then. *
Char Schweitzer
by Deborah HardingThe Eugene Wright family settled in Wauwatosa in 1890, and Gladysmae Preston's grandfather built two homes on Wauwatosa Avenue. The family walked to church, and Gladysmae, from the age of four to the present time, has called First Congregational Church her home. She showed us pictures of the old church, and carefully explained the history of the structure. She recalled Rev. Davies, and shared that his son was in her class in high school.
When the old church was torn down, a tabernacle was built on the corner of Church Street and Milwaukee Avenue. "Those were great days," Gladysmae shared. "I was a member of the 'Daughters of the Tabernacle.'" When I asked the purpose of the organization, she laughed and with the twinkle that is always present in her eyes, replied, "What else? To make money for the church!" She has always been a member of a Circle... and the fellowship shared in those Circles spanned decades. Many of the friendships established within those Circles still remain. Two of her best friends from those days, now also reside at Congregational Home.
"I never got out of kindergarten," she laughed as she spoke about teaching Sunday School for many years. Serving in a myriad of capacities over the years, the church became the center of her and her three daughters' lives. Raising her girls by herself, this Carrol College graduate returned to school and got a Master's degree in Library Science. She worked in a variety of positions from substitute teaching to chemical research to serving as a nature specialist. She is proud of the fact that she is a Past Royal Matron of the Eastern Star, and that at age 12 she joined the Girl Scouts. "I've been a Girl Scout ever since." Like her church involvement, she remains loyal to her commitments.
At 70 years of age, she and a friend responded to an open invitation to all Girl Scouts, past or present, to gather for a retreat. Evidently, she and her friend were several decades older than the oldest respondents but that did not deter them in the least. With the spunk that is still very evident, she joined the campers in a canoe trip. The leader of the group was not a very experienced canoeist, and led many of the participants into heavy reeds where they became stuck. Gladysmae and her friend Helen avoided the reedy mess. Laughing at the memory, Gladysmae raises her arms to indicate their paddling, "Why we went zipping right through all those people! There they all were, stuck as they could be!"
During that same era, she served for several weeks in the mountains of Honduras with Christian Medical Missions. She recalled the lines of people waiting to see the volunteer surgeons and medical personnel donating their skills for global well being. The "hospital's" front doors were wide open, and dogs walked in and out at will. "I remember swatting flies in the operating room!" she told us. She recalls the number of cleft palates that were repaired by a gifted surgeon from the East coast, and the tremendous impact malnourishment had on the population.
Conversation moved from Honduras to other places she has visited. "I have been around the world in 35 days." She then showed us pictures from Japan, India, China, and Egypt. In detail she explained the scenes: snake charmers, rice fields, sacred cows, and beggars. The last pictures showed an interesting rock formation. "And what about this one?" I asked. "Is this also from the Orient?" She glanced sideways at me, giggled and said, "That!" she said, "is a most interesting world picture." She paused dramatically, and then whispered, "It's from the Dells!"
"Do you have a favorite hymn?" I asked. "You know," she answered, "I have a problem with naming favorites. I've never been able to name any....I just like so much of so many things." The three of us then actually did sing some old favorites, "Faith of Our Fathers," and "What A Friend We Have in Jesus," sounded the best. I tried for another favorite, "Do you have a special scripture verse?" I asked. "This reminds me," she replied, "of the conversations I have with my daughter...planning my funeral!"
Now...I have heard a few good conversation stoppers in my life, but that remark spoken with glee by Gladysmae Preston wins! I tried to recover, "Is that difficult for you?" I managed.
She looked at me, and said with that combined state of merriment and melancholy with which our time together had been saturated, "Well, it's not my favorite subject!"
"Any advice for those who will read about you in 'The Columns?'" I asked as we started to leave. She pulled her glasses down to the very tip of her nose, looked at me with a smile, raised both hands in the air and proclaimed, "Live life to the fullest."
In Room #1303 of the Congregational Home dwells Mrs. Gladysmae Preston, born in October of 1910, still living life to the fullest.
Jeff & Kathy Daly
Jeff works at Curative Rehabilitation and Kathy is retired. They reside in Milwaukee and discovered our church while driving around. Kathy has done volunteer work at the Jewish Community Center and Jeff is interested in possibly joining our Handbell Choir.
Lynne DeGrave
Lynne resides in Wauwatosa and is a nurse with Milwaukee County. She happened to stop in the church for services last October and has been coming back ever since. Lynne is politically active and volunteers for a variety of causes. She has three adult children, Richard, Maria & Robert.
Stew Elliott, Jr. & Lisa Ollie
Stew resides in Wauwatosa and Lisa in Milwaukee. They discovered our
church while out for a walk one day. Stew and Lisa plan to be married here
in June of this year. Lisa is an Accounting Manager at Elliott Ace Hardware
and Stew is the President and Computer Systems
Manager there.
Mark Duszynski & Susan Hay
Mark, Susan, and their eight year old son Andrew reside in Brookfield.
Mark is a Vice President at Johnson Controls. He is also the chairperson
for the Elmbrook Memorial Hospital Foundation.
Susan is a stay-at-home mom and does volunteer work within the community
and at Brookfield Academy where Andrew attends school.
They found out about the church through the O'Meara, Carollo, and D'Ambrisi
families.
Mark & Lisa Hendrickson Mark is a support engineer with Johnson Controls and Lisa is a homemaker. They reside in Milwaukee with their three daughters, Samantha, Olivia and Isabella. They have both volunteered with Connecting Connections, a family sponsorship program based in Honduras. They discovered our church while driving around and feel that they have been on a journey towards finding us for a long time. (Lisa was unable to attend due to illness.)
Lisa Lemmerhirt
Lisa is a school nurse for the Milwaukee Public Schools and resides in Milwaukee. She found out about our church in the newspaper. Lisa has volunteered at the Rescue Mission and is active in politics. She has a son Nathan.
Christopher & Ninveh Neuman Christopher is an accountant at KPMG and Ninveh is a Marketing Manager with Rockwell Automation. He enjoys fishing, golf and home remodeling. She enjoys cooking, crafts and music. They live nearby in Wauwatosa and decided to stop in the church about six months ago. Their son Samuel was born last September.
Erik Schroeder & Janelle Yarina Erik and Janelle live in Hartland. Erik attended Covenant Class at FCC and was confirmed here. He is a Production Planner and CS Rep for Sells Printing in New Berlin. Janelle is an IT technician for Childrens' Services Society of WI. They plan on being married in 2004.
Derek & Erin Sanderson
Derek and Erin reside in Wauwatosa. They found out about the church by attending services and liked what they saw. Derek works nights at Pleasant Valley Inn as a chef and Erin is an accountant at U.S. Bank and goes to school full time. They are expecting their first child in early March.
As you may know, the 2002 Covenant Class students each received $100 to be used for the benefit of someone else. Here are the outcomes of two of those students.
Kristin Lewis decided to donate her money to the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Wisconsin.
"At first, I wasn't sure what I wanted to do with my money," said Kristin. "I knew I wanted to do something to help children, but I didn't know in what way I could." Kristin's passion has always been to help children. Somewhat familiar with the concept of the Make-A-Wish Foundation, Kristin heard a commercial one day which stated that every bit helps make a child's wish come true. After checking into the organization further, Kristin completed the necessary paperwork and sent the money. "I feel like I did something good. Even if it's not the most creative way, it's something."
Maggie Rowbottom decided she wanted to do something for those who don't receive much at Christmas. Based on a tip from Carla Cummings, Maggie called Joy House and asked how many children were living there at the time. After a trip to the Always 99¢ Store, Maggie chose to buy practical items such as scarves, hats, mittens, and socks. Chipping in some money of her own, she purchased 130 items.
"On Christmas Eve, I delivered my purchases to Joy House," said Maggie. "This gesture made me appreciate much more what I have today. Hopefully my donations helped many others to have a warm, merry Christmas."
First Congregational Church held its 160th Annual Meeting on January 19, 2003.
Charlie Nelson, Administrator of the Congregational Home was the first to report. The Home is financially healthy, in spite of the fact that the long term care industry in Wisconsin, and the U.S. in general is hurting. Charlie thanked the members of the congregation who serve on the Board at the Home for their dedication. He also acknowledged the contribution of the many volunteers from the congregation who offer their time at the Home.
Rev. Steven Peay gave the Minister's Report. He called attention to the goals and concerns listed in his report, which was previously published in The Congregationalist.
Diane Houriet gave the Treasurer's report. In December 2002, 16.2% of the total budget was received with 100.5% of the pledges collected for the year. This represents a 1.84% pledge increase from 2001. She congratulated the Board members for being conservative in their spending. The end result was actual dollars spent were less than budgeted amounts.
Harry Holz, Chairman of the Board of Benevolence, thanked the congregation for stepping forward and making the program a success. The goal was $45,000 above the $22,000 budgeted. The total raised through the Benevolence offerings was $49,515.
The Stewardship report was given by Chairman, Butch Boyd. An additional $7,000 has been raised as a result of the second pledge appeal, which was made in an attempt to decrease the budget deficit for 2003.
Steve Fisher spoke about the Budget and Finance report. He noted that the budget is a theological statement and opportunities exist for us to do more. The committee made two recommendations: a) Benevolence should be returned to the budget. b) Deferred maintenance must also be included. Projected deferred maintenance for 2003 is $50,000.
Cindy Payette noted in the Moderator's comments that this is a healthy church with growing pains. She asked that we think about what our focus is beyond Sunday morning worship. She suggested that we look for other places to be involved which may include serving on a board or committee. We also need to offer our support to Steve through our actions and prayers during this time when he is our sole minister.
An All-Church Meeting is scheduled for March 16, 1:30 in the Social Hall to discuss and vote on a 2003 budget.
Milwaukee Choral Artists
On Saturday evening, February 8, 2003 four singers from the First Congregational Church of Wauwatosa were a part of the Milwaukee Choral Artists performance at St. Matthew's Lutheran Church in Wauwatosa.
Marjorie Fowler and Charmaine LaBelle are regular members of the Milwaukee Choral Artists, a women's choral ensemble in our city. For this concert, the Choral Artist's conductor, Sharon Hansen, invited tenors and basses to sing with the women. In addition to Marj Fowler and Charmaine LaBelle, singers from our church included Dean Fowler, tenor, and Jim LaBelle, bass.
This concert was part of the International Arts Festival in Milwaukee. The focus this year is the African-American contribution and influence on American cultural life. The guest conductor and composer for the concert was Robert Harris, Director of Choral Studies at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois. Professor Harris is a leading national figure in choral activities in the United States. He conducted a number of his won choral compositions and led the singers in selections that highlight the contributions of African American musicians to choral music.
Men's Choral Festival
On Sunday, February 16, 2003, Lee Jacobi, Director of Music at First Congregational Church, served as the guest conductor at the 10th Men's Choral Festival at First United Methodist Church in Waukesha.
Singers from area church and community choirs gather yearly for this festival. Lee has conducted the Festival Choir a number of times over the past decade. The festival performance on Sunday evening included individual choirs of male singers as well as the 80-voice Festival Choir.
Selections by the Festival Choir included many well known hymn tunes arranged for men's voices such as "How Firm a Foundation," "Rock of Ages" and "Amazing Grace." Other well known pieces such as the folk song "Shenandoah" and the famous "Let There Be Music" were also included. There was no admission charge for the concert, but an offering was taken for a local charitable institution. *
The Personnel Committee consists of seven (7) members, three (3) of whom are Council members and one (1) of whom is the Moderator.
According to the By-laws:
the Personnel Committee advises the Council on all matters pertaining to personnel, whether volunteer or paid, and on the terms and conditions of their service. It furnishes personnel information to all Officers and Board Chairpersons, and to the Nominating Committee. It makes recommendations to the Council on all matters of administrative personnel procedures and policies. It maintains supportive relationships with the ministers and other staff members, assists them in evaluating the fulfillment of their calling, and nurturing the relationships between them and the congregation.
On a month-to-month basis
* Review open positions and work with those responsible for filling those positions
* Fill selected positions ourselves
* Review personnel praises and problems
* Review personnel budget vs. actual
* Keep the job descriptions and organizational chart current
* Review the need to update the Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual
Completed Major Efforts in 2002 - 2003
* New Medical Insurance Program that will save the church $19,000 next year
* New Benefits Program for full time employees that includes a
retirement plan, group term life insurance and disability insurance
* New Church Administrator hired
* Budget for personnel expense
* Keep the job descriptions and organizational chart current
Open Major efforts in 2002 - 2003
* Finalize the Personnel Budget for 2003
* Assist in hiring a new Associate Minister
* Launch the evaluation process
2002 - 2003 Personnel Committee Members
Julie Anheuser, Mark Boettcher (chair), Stew Davis, Dick Koch, Cindy Payette, Gordon Perry and Paul Schulze. Steve Peay and Rani Gusho attend all meetings.
Pioneer Clubs Ready to Embark
Pioneer Clubs for 1st through 4th grade will begin Wednesday evening, March 12th, from 6:30 until 8 pm. Club meetings will be held every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month until June and will begin again in the fall at which time the clubs will include the 5th grade as well. Pioneer Club meetings are fun filled adventures where children learn about God, the Bible and themselves. At each meeting the children will take part in special award activities, Bible explorations, games, Bible memory work and singing. Each Pioneer troop will also participate in special events and field trips. If you would like to be a Pioneer troop leader, contact Carla or Carrie for more information. Look for registration details in the mail. There will also be a $15 registration fee to cover individual handbooks and materials.
Suzuki Teaching Seminar
A seminar for parents and teachers will be held at FCC on Saturday, March 8th from 9 am until noon.This seminar is being presented by world renowned Suzuki specialist Dorothy Jones in cooperation with the Music Department and the Board of Christian Education. Dorothy, who is Betty Dethmers' sister, founded and directed a Suzuki School in London, Ontario, Canada for 12 years. Dorothy has developed a collection of Songs and Rhymes that provide parents and their children with hours of enjoyable listening. In her workshops she shows parents and teachers how using this repertoire can build strong relationships. She encourages parents to become the child's first and most important teacher. She shows how the parent, as a role model, can create a nonstressful approach to learning that develops sensitivity, self discipline and compassion in children. Parents also become careful observers of their own and other children. Reserve a spot by calling the church office, 258-7375. A donation of $10 ($7 for FCC members) will be collected at the door.
Vacation Bible School
Vacation Bible School will be held this summer during the week of August 4th through the 8th. This year's theme will be Treasures of the Nile - An Exploration of Jesus. Mark your calendars! If you would like to be a part of the VBS planning team, join us for our 1st planning meeting on Thursday, April 3rd at 6:30 pm. If you have any questions contact Carla or Carrie at 258-7375.
The Nominating Committee is beginning the process of filling open positions on the Boards and the Church Council for the Election Meeting to be held on Sunday, May 18, 2003 at 1:30.
If you are interested in serving on one of the Boards, the Council or Committees, please sign up at church on Sunday, March 2 & 9 at the tables in the hallway. Or you may call the church office 414-258-7375 and ask to have your name given to the Committee.
The Board members are elected at the Election Meeting and members of the Committees are appointed by the new Moderator after that person has been elected at the May 20 meeting. The office will see that the new Moderator receives the name of anyone who volunteers for Committees.
You may indicate the Board or Committee in which you are particularly interested, but we cannot guarantee that you will be assigned to that one. It depends how many names we receive and how many people want the same position. All persons who volunteer will receive a response from the Nominating Committee.
Don't forget about the annual PF Gourmet Italian Dinner
and Auction. The dinner will be prepared by Chef Sgarlata and served by
PF students Saturday, March 15.
Silent Auction at 5:00 p.m., Dinner at 5:30 p.m.
Afterwards please join the fun and excitement as members bid against each other in a friendly game of bid wars.
Keith Harmon will be the MC
and live music will be provided.
Adults/ $11.50 Children/ $6.50
The first weekend of this past August, I participated in an amazing event; 1300 bike riders peddled their way from Waukesha to UW Whitewater to Madison to raise more than $951,000 for research about Multiple Sclerosis. This year marks the 20th anniversary of the ride and promises to be one of the biggest and best ever. The ride is scheduled for August 23 (the first Saturday and Sunday in August).
I would like to form a team for this year's event that would include as many First Church people as possible. The course is moderately difficult, mostly flat with some hills. Riders last year ranged in age from twelve to seventy, so it is not an overly taxing ride. (I look at it this way, if an old man like me can do it, there must be a lot of others who could do the same for this great cause.) Rest stops are every ten to twelve miles with plenty of water, Gatorade, and snacks. Lunch is provided both days, and Saturday dinner and Sunday breakfast are at UW Whitewater, with a party and awards ceremony Saturday on campus.
We will share our progress as we organize and name the team, train for the ride, and collect our pledges. We can replay our experiences for the congregation in the fall.
If you are interested in being a part of the First Church Tosa Riders (or what ever name we use), please drop me a line at hcollis@wi.rr.com or give me a call at 262-781-6705.
Harry Collis
A new Women's Group will gather early on Saturday mornings to read and discuss The Unexpected Teachings of Jesus by John Coleman.
If your weekdays are busy, join us from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m. beginning Saturday, February 22.
We will meet the 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month. Each chapter has a focus of its own; if you are unable to commit to every meeting, you can comfortably attend as your schedule permits. We welcome new participants at any time. Part of our ministry will be to support the Care Board in their work. If interested, please register at the church office. Books are $14.00; a preview copy is at the office.
In our continuing celebration of 150 years at our present Church site, we refer you to a map of Wauwatosa. Not only was Church Street named because of the First Congregational Church, so were many other streets, avenues, roads and parkways. Founding member Deacon, Joseph A. Warren remarked at the Semi-Centennial celebration in 1892:
"When we take into account that we had school districts to lay out, roads to locate, and to district, and we all had a point to make or lose, it is not strange we had good times and hard times. Even while I was building the school house in the village I had a personal notice served on me to make the pins small so that they could be easily driven out, as it was predicted the building would have to be moved in a few days."
Members of First Church were actively founding the community as well as the church and instrumental in the planning and structure of Wauwatosa. Members of First Congregational Church put Wauwatosa on the map, literally.
One of the "roads" referred to by Mr. Warren needing to be located is Warren Avenue, a couple blocks north of the church site, named for his family. Other early members of First Congregational Church can be recognized by the following designations: Blanchard Street, Day Court, Fisher Parkway, Gilbert Avenue, Hart Park Lane, Potter Road, Rogers Avenue, Stickney Avenue, and Swan Boulevard. Perhaps your street is named after one of our founding members. Next time you walk or ride through Wauwatosa note the reminders of our forbearers from First Congregational Church. Watch for a display describing our early members and mapping their names on the streets of Wauwatosa. *
Please Support These Youth Fundraisers
March 9 Pre-Auction
March 15 Italian Dinner/Auction
Notice of All-Church Budget Meeting
Sunday, March 16
1:30 p.m. in the Social Hall
The Church Council has called a Special Meeting to Vote on the 2003 Budget and a By-law Change.
Proposed by-law change: Article I Membership; C. Membership Meetings;
3. NOTICE: Notice of a Membership meeting shall be published in the Church
Bulletin Newsletter... "At the discretion of the Moderator,
a mailing of notice to all Active Members by first class mail may be substituted
for any, or all, publications in the Church Newsletter."
Library Book Dedication
The Board of Christian Education will sponsor a book dedication called "Hands to Work, Hearts to God" on Sunday, April 6, 2003. Many new book titles will be available, including reading recommendations from Reverend Steve Peay and from the National Association of Church Libraries. Our last book dedication added more than 60 new volumes to our library; we anticipate the upcoming event to be an even greater success!
A reception will be held for Rev. Harding Stricker, M.D. on Wednesday, February 26 at 7:00 p.m. in Friendship Lounge. Dr. Stricker provides medical care to an average of 350 patients per month at the recently expanded
medical clinic at the Argentine Mission. We recently sent $7,213 for the mission which was collected during our Christmas offering. Please join us on the 26th and meet the newly ordained Dr. Stricker.
The deadline for submitting articles for the next issue of the Columns is
www.FirstChurchTosa.org
Editor, Beth Linscott
Communications Committee
Mary York - Chairperson, Nancy Fisher,
Barb Dunham, Rod Schmidt, Bill Edens,
Arlette Lindbergh, Bill Edens
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Rev. Steven Peay, Ph.D., Minister
Rev. Charles Goldsmith, Ph.D.
Congregational Home Chaplain
Rani Gusho, Administrator
Lee Jacobi, Director of Music
Betty Dethmers, Organist
Sally Boyle, Secretary
Anne Callen, Office Manager
Charles Nelson, Pres./CEO, Congregational Home, Inc.
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Vol. 12, Issue 2
