🎙️ TODAY’S HEADLINER

Missed It? Catch the Recap! If you weren’t able to hear Pastor Bob and Todd Brown from Brown Church Development share last Sunday, you can still catch the presentation! Just click HERE (online readers) or type this link into your browser: https://youtu.be/FisFATPLsY4

Here’s what it was about: Over the past few years, the Consistory has been working on long-range planning and developing a vision for FRC’s future. A big part of that vision involves making sure our building supports our ministry. Since much of our facility hasn’t been updated since the 1987 fire, we brought in a church facility expert to help us evaluate our campus.

🎥 Watch the video to see what they found—and what they recommend for FRC moving forward!  The Consistory has authorized Brown Church Development to proceed to create a design and these will be presented on Sunday, September 28th, a Sunday we’ll be calling “Vision Sunday”.

🍦🗞️SUNDAY SCOOPS

🛠 Unique Opportunity: Help Revive Reformed Rebuilders. The Deacons are looking to revive the Reformed Rebuilders—with hopes of taking on 1–2 service projects each year (with local ones sprinkled in, as needs arise). It’s a meaningful way to serve others and put faith into action. We already have people interested in organizing fundraisers to support these mission trips, and the Deacons have strong connections to communities in need. What’s missing?  A detailed, organized trip planner to help coordinate the logistics and bring it all together. If planning is your gift (or you know someone who thrives with timelines, checklists, and travel details), we’d love to connect! Contact Eric Hahn, Aaron Daane, Joel Nyhof or give Peg a call in the office (920.564.2319).

A Step Closer to the Pulitzer! 🏆  Last week, our Special Investigative Reporter broke the shocking news: FRC’s kitchen sinks were being replaced. 😲 But wait—plot twist! Upon reading that sizzling scoop, a countertop hero jumped in and said, “Hold the sinks! Let’s upgrade those countertops first!” (or something like that…!) and proceeded to donate the tops! 🙌 So yes, we’ve hit pause on sink install to prep for shiny new island tops. #PulitzerWorthyStorytelling  #ThanksForReadingTheBulletin #Grateful

📸 Fun With Photos!  Three FRC photographers captured the joy of our 175th celebration–huge thanks to Taylor Anderson, Ryan Hafeman and Scott Mentink for their fantastic work! Shutterbug Taylor has shared her full photo gallery online–perfect for anyone who wants to keep the party going. 👉 Click HERE or type this into your browser: https://adobe.ly/4laAqFz 💡On a computer? Click a photo to enlarge it, then use your arrow keys to scroll like it’s a yearbook of good memories and great hair!  #taylormariephotography_wi #FRC175 #ThankYouPhotographers

#UshersRock – And the Numbers Don’t Lie.  Last week, only 36% of our July usher positions were filled. We asked for help—and you responded with enthusiasm! As of our print deadline, 96% of the roles are now filled. Just one lonely spot remains to complete the month: 📅 Sunday, July 20. Let’s finish strong and make July a full house. If you’re able to serve that day, please click HERE, visit our website, or stop by the Welcome Center. Thank you for your willingness to serve—it makes a difference every week! #HospitalityMatters

📢SOUNDBITES  

📅 Scandalous but Smart!  In a bold (yet highly efficient) move, the calendar section of this news insert has packed its bags and relocated to the bulletin—you’ll now find it cozied up right across from the Order of Worship. Same info, fresh new real estate.

Service with a Smile - over 185 kids and parents were served dinner after the VBS family program last Thursday night. Thanks to everyone who chipped in and helped us transform the Fellowship Room from VBS Craft and Storyroom to a Mess Hall in less than 30 minutes! And then, kudos to those who stayed and helped us take it all down! #FRCCommunity #ServantHearts

🍳 Guys – Breakfast Is Calling (and It Knows Your Name). The Men’s Prayer Breakfast crew wants you to answer the call of bacon! Join them this Saturday, July 5 at 6 AM (it’s always good to make sure your alarm works). Stop by Judi’s for great food, conversation and a time in prayer. Come hungry. Leave encouraged. Maybe even slightly over-caffeinated.

Last Week’s Statistics:  Attendance - 324 and offering - $18,905. Month-to-Date Special offering is $1,099. The June/July special offering options are 🌏Ben Johnson – serving in Thailand with Serge and/or ❤️ Samaritan’s Hand – a Christ-centered addiction recovery ministry in Sheboygan. 

Because Numbers Matter (Apparently)  In this week’s thrilling episode of The Editor Has a Spreadsheet for Everything: FRC’s Facebook just hit 800 followers! 🎉 Yes, we’re now officially 200 followers away from being divisible by a really satisfying 1000. Haven’t followed us yet? Help us hit that next milestone. Click [HERE] and click that blue Like button—because math deserves it (or, we just want to have some fun with numbers)!

🍪Sweet Tooth Feeders Wanted: The Sunday After-Church Serving crew is seeking cookie donations. To donate, sign up at frcoostburg.org, stop at the Welcome Center or sign-up on the clipboard by the cookies! 

Get the Full Scoop Early. The FRC bulletin posts Thursday or Friday evening—so you can catch the news before Sunday! Plus, you can click the links right in the articles to sign up, learn more, or take action without hunting anything down. Check it out at www.frcoostburg.org/news 

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Everyone - come join us for cookies, coffee or cold drink after the service!  Just exit left out of the Sanctuary and follow people to the Fellowship Room!