This month, our church has the opportunity to make a direct impact on local hunger.
We are launching a protein food drive to support local families, children, and seniors
who lack reliable access to nutritious meals.

Protein remains one of the most requested and least donated at local
food banks/pantries. Protein is an essential nutrient.It strengthens muscles, supports immunity, and provides the sustained energy children need to grow and adults need to work. Unfortunately, high protein foods are often the most expensive grocery items for families living on a tight budget. 

We need your help to bridge this nutritional gap. From August 1 to 31, we are collecting non-perishable, high-protein food items. We are looking specifically for the following
shelf-stable items:

 - Canned tuna, salmon, and chicken

 - Peanut butter and other nut butters

 - Canned beans (chickpeas, black beans, kidney beans, baked beans)

 - Dried beans and lentils

 - Canned stews, chili, and hearty soups 
 - Protein bars and nuts

Drop-off bins are located in the Sanctuary narthex and in the lobby area of the Fraser Building. Thank you for your generosity and for helping ensure that no one in our community has to worry about where their next healthy meal will come from.
NO GLASS CONTAINERS, PLEASE.

-Missions and Outreach Committee 

Session approved a Capital Campaign beginning July 1 and concluding Labor Day weekend. We ask that you prayerfully consider a contribution toward restoring the  sanctuary doors. The work is to be completed by the second week in August. Gifts can be made by check to First Presbyterian Church, with “Sanctuary Door Campaign” written in the memo section. Thank you!

The following announcement is from Mary McCoy, the volunteer coordinator for the Staunton Cooling Shelter:

Faith Lutheran Church in Staunton is organizing a cooling shelter beginning
on June 29th for Waynesboro, Augusta County, and Staunton residents who are unhoused or lack working AC. They are providing a cool, air-conditioned space for visitors to seek shelter in during the hottest part of the summer.

They are seeking volunteers in the Staunton, Augusta, and Waynesboro area to fill volunteer slots at the cooling shelter.

If anyone at First Presbyterian Church is interested in volunteering, they would love to have them! (Volunteers must be at least 18 years old).

Following is a link to a spreadsheet where folks can sign up for a volunteer shift:

https://docs.google.com/.../1H3vsm1ViBz4jOAFs2oJA.../edit...

If parishioners have any questions, please send an email to stauntoncoolingshelter@gmail.com.

Your consideration is appreciated. -- God bless!

Warmly,

Mary McCoy

Staunton Cooling Shelter | Volunteer Coordinator

(540) 324-8909

We are calling all members, visitors, and friends of First Presbyterian Church to a time of prayer for our congregation as we discern the future of First Presbyterian. This will include
the provision of prayer guides and a series of events focused on God's call to us as First Presbyterian Church in this modern world.

Please mark your calendars and come to our weekly Bible discussion class every Tuesday at 10:00am in the library. Pastor Jeff will lead the study. Expect coffee and refreshments!

All are invited.  Please mark your calendars. We hope to see you there!

The First Presbyterian Home Goods Community Pantry is open on the 3rd Wednesday of each month. Items offered to the community will include the following household essentials: Paper towels (2-pack), toilet paper (4-pack), tissues (small pack), trash bags (10-count), dish soap (one bottle), laundry detergent, and disinfectant wipes.

We are currently accepting donations for our pantry, specifically for the items listed above. Cash donations are also welcomed. Your generosity is greatly appreciated!