Newsletter, April 2018

In the April Newsletter, read about:
  • Several opportunities to “Meet the Matthews” at firstpres.church/meetthematthews or by contacting church office.
  • Go & Serve fundraiser over next few Sundays.
  • Cuban Two Step…Salsa dancing and dinner on April 22.
  • Graduation Sunday May 27.


Newsletter, March 2018

In the March Newsletter, read about:
  • Easter Service times Sunday, April 1…8; 9:30 and 11 am;
  • Financial update;
  • Youth news;
  • Spring ahead 1 hour this Sunday, March 11.


Newsletter, February 2018

In the February Newsletter, read about:
  • Welcome from our new Senior Pastor Matt Matthews;
  • Ash Wednesday experience February 14;
  • Annual Meeting Sunday, February 18;
  • Financial review of 2017;
  • Lent study;
  • Children, Youth and Family Update;
  • Celebration of Women in March at Saturday Praise & Prayer Gathering.


Newsletter, January 2018

In the January Newsletter, read about:
  • We will welcome new Senior Pastor Matt Matthews to C-U February 1;
  • Join one on of our Adult Education small groups this winter;
  • We welcome new Outreach Coordinator Beth Chandler to the staff;
  • Cuba trip planned for this Spring;
  • Youth news.


Newsletter, December 2017

In the December Newsletter, read about:
  • We will welcome Matt Matthews as our new Senior Pastor/Head of Staff after the first of the year;
  • Christmas Eve schedule;
  • Help us fill the pews!
  • Children, Youth & Family update;
  • Presbyterian Women’s Christmas Tea Thursday, December 7.


Newsletter, November 2017

  • Interfaith Thanksgiving Celebration November 19, 3 pm, I-Hotel;
  • Reflections from Jo Foley;
  • Thank you from the Carlsons;
  • Updates from Children, Youth & Family;
  • PW Christmas Gathering December 7, 1 pm, Westminster Hall;
  • Employment Opportunities;
  • and more!


Newsletter, October 2017

The October Newsletter from First Presbyterian Church of Champaign.

Please note on Sunday, October 15, there is ONE worship service at 10 am to wish Chuck and Betty Carlson well in their retirement.

Other news includes…

  • Concert on Friday, November 3, at 7 pm in our Sanctuary to showcase our new organ;
  • Youth Update including date for this year’s Trunk or Treat on Sunday, October 29.


Newsletter, September 2017

The September Newsletter includes…

  • Change in Sunday morning schedule beginning THIS Sunday, September 10;
  • ONE church service on Sunday, September 24, at 9 am as we host Jo Ella Hollman regional liaison to the Caribbean;
  • Report from Pastor Nominating Committee;
  • Celebration to honor Chuck & Betty Carlson Sunday, October 15;
  • Fall Education Opportunities for youth and adults;
  • Cuba study and forum.


Newsletter, August 2017

The August Newsletter includes…

  • Sholem Fest Sunday, August 13, 2017 6:30 pm at Centennial Park
  • Taste of C-U with our church booth and historic tour
  • Mark your calendar for October 15 to celebrate the Carlson’s retirement
  • Fall Adult Study opportunities
  • Fundraisers for SAFE House and Austin’s Place



Newsletter, July 2017

The July Newsletter includes…

  • Sunday Morning Drop-In Classes now through August
  • Sunday School update including news on Vacation Bible School in July
  • Opportunity to be a part of Dinners for 7, 8 or 9 (adult fellowship event).