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Crop Walk 2023

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What is CROP Walk? It started over 50 years ago when some teens decided to help those with food insecurity in their community and globally, by raising funds for a “walk” for hunger. This year’s event is Sunday, October 1 with walkers going 1 mile or 2.5 miles. If you’re not up to the walk; please consider raising funds for another walker. See Pam Schumaker for a collection envelope and other materials for distribution. They are now offering a way to donate online:

Go online to the Muskegon CROP Hunger Walk page on the Church World Service website: https://events.crophungerwalk.org/2023/event/muskegonmi
At the top of the webpage, hover your mouse arrow over the “Donate” tab, and then click on “Make a General Donation” from the choices that appear. A new screen will pop up titled “Donate to CWS.”
Using the down arrow on your keyboard, scroll down the page and choose from among the donation amounts listed or enter your own amount in the $______ box.
When asked what Walk you are supporting, type “Muskegon” in the space provided.
Continue scrolling down the webpage, filling out the required contact and billing information. In the “Personal Note Section,” type in First Presbyterian Church Muskegon. NOTE: Choices of online payment are limited to a credit card or PayPal account.
When you’ve completed the form, click on the donate button at the bottom of the form.

Thank you for your support!

VBS 2023

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As the calendar turns to summer, it is once again for
Vacation Bible School. This year’s theme is

Wilderness Escape: Where God Guides & Provides.

First Presbyterian Church is so excited to offer our VBS from July
10-13th, 5-7 pm. We will be bringing God’s Word through Story
and Song, and Celebrating God’s miraculous Provision. Each of
the four days will focus on the Big Theme of “Trust God” by
following the story of the Israelites’ escape from Egypt, through
the desert wandering – all the way to the Promised Land.

click for vbs registration

Scan with phone to register.

We need volunteers for the registration table, help shepherding
the kids, meal support and help with crafts and games. Please se
the bulletin board for sign-up sheets for all areas. Please contact
Adam Bell ceanded@fpcmuskegon.org with any questions.

FPC Backpack Bonanza 2023

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Saturday, August 19, 2023
10am-Noon

The Mission Council, Community Outreach and Education Director, Adam Bell, and
Media Technician, Tom Chester, are sponsoring a backpack drive for school
children in Muskegon County. Henry Flores, president of the Glenside
Neighborhood Association, is also involved in planning.

The Backpack Bonanza is scheduled for Saturday, August 19, 2023, from 10 am to
noon. In addition to backpacks, there will also be school supplies, free haircuts,
outdoor games, and books. Community agencies will be there to provide
information to parents. The police and fire departments are sending liaison
officers and a fire truck!

Clear, labeled tubs in which to place donated backpacks and school supplies for
this community outreach event will be in the main entrance foyer and on the
mission table at the Wickham entrance beginning June 18. Your generosity and
concern for local school children is greatly appreciated.

Here are some tips for choosing a sturdy backpack*:

¨ Choose a backpack with wide, padded shoulder straps.
¨ Look for padding in the back section.
¨ Select a backpack that is lightweight but has sturdy zippers and durable material.

*From “How to Choose and Use a Backpack,” posted by Johns Hopkins Children’s Hospital