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IN-PERSON SUNDAY SERVICES SUSPENDED (fall into winter 2020) at First Presbyterian Church of Winchester, Indiana In the interest of public health with concern for the well-being, safety and protection of our congregation and community from the spread of corona virus, the session of First Presbyterian Church of Winchester, Indiana is suspending indoor in-person weekly Sunday services until further notice (based on the current positivity rate for Randolph County). Please join in weekly online services on Sundays at 9/:30 a.m. via Facebook live streaming posted here on this page/group: fb.me/WinchesterFPC https://www.instagram.com/p/CHmBB-vJLMP/?igshid=1o430ul5h8prl

Patricia A. McCoy, 70, of Winchester, passed away on Tuesday, August 18, 2020, at Pine Knoll Rehabilitation Center. She was born on November 7, 1949, in Zanesville, OH, to Gerald and Margaret Pearl Allton. Pat was a Senior Deacon at First Presbyterian Church, in Winchester. She had worked at McCoy’s Grocery Store, Anchor Hocking Glass, and Pizza House. She enjoyed crocheting, and spending time with her kids and grandkids. Pat is survived by her husband of 54 years, Rodney McCoy of Winchester; three children, Crystal Cox and Rodney McCoy, Jr., both of Winchester, and Lori (Lynn) Blankenship of Ridgeville, IN; 7 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren; a brother, Dave Allton of Zanesville, OH; a sister, Brenda (Tom) Hewitt of Zanesville, OH; and several nieces and nephews. Pat was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Forrest Allton and Gary Allton; a grandson, Quentin Blankenship; and a great grandson, Quincey Lunz. There will be a graveside service for Pat at 3:00 p.m., on Friday, August 21, 2020, at Fountain Park Cemetery, in Winchester, with Steve McCoy officiating. Friends and family may call from 12-3 p.m., on Friday, at the Walker Funeral Home in Winchester. Walker Funeral Home in Winchester is entrusted with the arrangements. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.walkerswinchester.com (at First Presbyterian Church of Winchester, Indiana) https://www.instagram.com/p/CEKj6kvpHBX/?igshid=frb4wu7dp56h

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V. R. (Dick) Williams, DDS, passed away on Thursday, June 11, 2020 at his home. He was born on January 10th, 1929 in Winchester, Indiana to V.R. Williams Sr. and Geneva Williams. Dick attended Indiana University in Bloomington from 1947-1948, Earlham College in Richmond, 1949-1950, then from 1951-1955, attended Indiana University School of Dentistry getting a Bachelor of Science in Dentistry D.D.S. In the late 1970’s he attended Harvard University School of Dentistry and studied in the Department of Implant Dentistry, just before retirement, he completed 40 dental implants and many are still in place in the oral cavity for the past 40 years. He joined the US Navy his senior year of dental school in 1954, with the rank of Ensign and was promoted through rank of Lt. Commander and discharged July 7, 1957. Dick was a member of the Presbyterian Church in Winchester where he taught Sunday school to Jr. and Sr. high kids from 1960-1971. He was a former Deacon, Elder, and served as a trustee. He also served as commissioner to Presbytery 1970-1971. Dick was the Past Secretary and President of the Winchester Rotary Club, President of the Winchester Planning Commission 1964-1965, and board member of the Winchester Special Needs Children’s Association 1964-1968. Dick was presented with the Boss of the Year Award from the Winchester Jaycees 1968-1969. Dick was Board Member of the Winchester High School Business Club 1974-1976, he was elected Republican City Councilman 1964-1968, member of the Winchester Park Board 1961-1964 and Board Member of the United Fund 1961-1962. As a dentist, Dick was a member of the American Dental Association and Indiana State Dental Association. He was also Past Vice President and President of East Central Dental Association, an Alternate Delegate and Delegate to the State Dental Association 1962-1965 and served as Alternate Delegate to Indiana State Dental Association. Dick served on the Indiana State Board of Dental Examiners from 1983-1984. He also served as Secretary of Schuler Occlusal Study Club. He was made Fellow International College of Dentist 1970, Member Council on Dental Education ISDA since 1974, Sub Committee Chairman (at First Presbyterian Church of Winchester, Indiana) https://www.instagram.com/p/CEKclrgp-6W/?igshid=uvxa7ip89n7i

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The Heidelberg Catechism Q. 26. What do you believe when you say: "I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth"? A. That the eternal Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who out of nothing created heaven and earth with all that is in them, who also upholds and governs them by his eternal counsel and providence, is for the sake of Christ his Son my God and my Father. I trust in him so completely that I have no doubt that he will provide me with all things necessary for body and soul. Moreover, whatever evil [is] upon me in this troubled life he will turn to my good, for he is able to do it, being almighty God, and is determined to do it, being a faithful Father. http://www.presbyterianmission.org/devotion/daily/2020/6/15/ (at Heidelberg, Germany) https://www.instagram.com/p/CBeDDe3JYBS/?igshid=zhej2z8vkwlp

Collect God, our creator, you have given us work to do and call us to use our talents for the good of all. Guide us as we work, and teach us to live in the Spirit who made us your sons and daughters, in the love that made us sisters and brothers, through Jesus Christ our Lord.† Amen. http://www.presbyterianmission.org/devotion/daily/2020/6/15/ https://www.instagram.com/p/CBdwxLApcVL/?igshid=pan2ljlmudxd

Dear Members and Friends of Winchester—First Presbyterian Church, In the interest of our community’s health and well-being with regard to the present pandemic concerning the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19), we are canceling services this Sunday, March 15th and next Sundays, March 22nd and 29th and April 5th at First Presbyterian Church in Winchester, Indiana. Please observe the precautionary measures as necessarily recommended by the respective authorities overseeing the welfare of the general public. We will continue to monitor the situation and apprise appropriately of any related developments, accordingly. The Peace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you and yours as we journey in faith through this season of Lent under the Sovereign Almighty’s loving care. As the Psalmist reminds us, “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in time of trouble.” In the Spirit’s power and presence among us, I remain Prayerfully yours, and His, —Pastor Rex (at First Presbyterian Church of Winchester, Indiana) https://www.instagram.com/p/B9wdYBcp1S0/?igshid=1w8mh60154mze

TO: Winchester—First Presbyterian Church Gatherings of people increase the risk of spreading corona virus to other people, who in turn may pass it to other, more vulnerable people. The incubation of this strain is up to 14 days, with viral shedding in infected people being an additional 2-3 weeks after symptoms occur. The Session and Pastor Rex support the national and local efforts to contain the spread of the virus and the recommended 4 week self-quarantine. Stay safe and healthy with the assurance of God's grace. fb.com/WinchesterFPC (at First Presbyterian Church of Winchester, Indiana) https://www.instagram.com/p/B9wcYPKpAwT/?igshid=122ou7beq4ufl

TO: Winchester—First Presbyterian Church Dear Church Family, @WinchesterFPC There will be no Sunday Services March 15 through April 5, 2020 at Winchester—Presbyterian. Gatherings of people increase the risk of spreading corona virus to other people, who in turn may pass it to other, more vulnerable people. The incubation of this strain is up to 14 days, with viral shedding in infected people being an additional 2-3 weeks after symptoms occur. The Session and Pastor Rex support the national and local efforts to contain the spread of the virus and the recommended 4 week self-quarantine. Please keep in mind that, although there will not be Church services, the Church nevertheless still has bills that will need to be paid. If you could, therefore, continue to send in your tithes by mail, or upon our return to regular services, it would be greatly appreciated. See us on Facebook for updates and prayers. Stay safe and healthy with the assurance of God's grace. fb.com/WinchesterFPC (at First Presbyterian Church of Winchester, Indiana) https://www.instagram.com/p/B9wbNF_pPvL/?igshid=kaxy6iuhhk73

Come Worship With Us! 10:30 AM Sundays in Lent—Eastertide 7:30 PM Maundy Thursday, April 9 Noon on Good Friday, April 10 (at First Presbyterian Church of Winchester, Indiana) https://www.instagram.com/p/B9ou_WtJYwm/?igshid=1r3dtrwfte3ii

Come to worship and receive the incomparably remarkable Love of God in Jesus Christ • Ash Wednesday Evening Service 6:00 PM tonight • Winchester—First Presbyterian Church • Begin the journey with others as the Spirit leads us from winter into spring in this holy season of Lent (at First Presbyterian Church of Winchester, Indiana) https://www.instagram.com/p/B9DDEUepL9s/?igshid=1k9ubbre8duu0

“I watched the Spirit, like a dove flying down out of the sky...." —John 1:32 (The Message) https://www.instagram.com/p/B7YgT9BpR8N/?igshid=s5q5sb5yebd0

On Christmas Eve ❤ Blessed as Blessings Together at Christmas with One Another in Christ Who Loved and Gave Himself For Us—A Child is Born! Joy to the World! Alleluia! (at First Presbyterian Church of Winchester, Indiana) https://www.instagram.com/p/B6f5XI0pLh2/?igshid=csuaa368zgmu

‪Come, friends and family to our Christmas Eve Service of Lessons and Carols at 9 PM Tuesday, December 24 with music prior. Enjoy the lighting of candles, singing “Silent Night”, and solemn moments of worship together in joyful celebration—All are welcome!‬ ‪fb.com/654377714587258/posts/3515391288485872/‬ (at First Presbyterian Church of Winchester, Indiana) https://www.instagram.com/p/B6EPa9vpyuQ/?igshid=x5a1ne1mwtum

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