New Sermon Series
DIY: A Faith of Your Own But Not On Your Own
Few Christians arrive at a set of beliefs that they can set in stone for the rest of their lives. What we believe evolves in response to insights into the Bible, the Christian tradition, questions and changes in life circumstances, or things that happen in the larger world. Faith is a living thing. But sometimes it’s hard to articulate what we believe. The purpose of this sermon series is to help you name a faith of your own. Subjects covered include: God, Christ, Holy Spirit, evil, and the church.
Columbarium Expansion
Many years ago, plans were drawn to expand the columbarium at the Old Des Peres Church and enhance the landscaping around it because all of the current niches are sold and the landscaping is in need of attention. Lately, there’s been enough interest expressed in purchasing a niche at the columbarium that it may be time to dust off those plans and expand. If you’re interested in purchasing a niche, please let Annie know. If enough interest is
expressed, it may be possible to expand the columbarium. Any member or friend of the church may purchase a niche. Thank you.
Tai Chi Classes Resume September 28
Tai Chi classes are beginning again! Tai Chi has proven benefits of improved balance, lowered blood pressure, improved immune system, and improved mood. Classes will be held Monday evenings beginning on Sept. 28th at 5:30 in the Gathering Space. Classes are just $5, pay as you go, and last one hour. Dress comfortably. Bring a friend or make a friend. You'll enjoy this soothing meditation in motion! For further information contact Susan Marting 314-609-9091.
Sacred Conversations on Race at FDP October 4 and November 1
Faith Des Peres will join other congregations in the presbytery for Sacred Conversations on Race. Sacred Conversations on Race was designed by Metropolitan Congregations United (MCU) to support congregations as they broach the difficult but necessary conversations centered on racial tensions. With a community in need of understanding, healing and great systemic change, the conversation must begin.
There will be two conversations here at Faith Des Peres on October 4 and November 1 from
3– 5 pm and a “mass congregation” closing conversation on November 8at First Presbyterian Church of Ferguson, 401 Darst Road, Ferguson 63155 from 3:00—6:00 pm, If you are interested in attending the conversation please sign up in the Gathering Space.
Next food packing at Food Outreach is Saturday, October 3 at 8 am.
Want to know how you can make a difference in people’s lives in just a few short hours? Come join members of Faith Des Peres at Food Outreach on Saturday morning, October 3. There we will pack food into individual meals that will be given to those living with HIV/AIDS and cancer that are living at or below the poverty level. We start at 8am and are done before 11 am. Food Outreach requests that volunteers be 11 years old and in 5th grade. We need to have at least 10 individuals and they strongly prefer 15 – so know that we NEED YOUR HELP. Please sign up in the Gathering Space.