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Get ready for an exciting fall at IPC P G 4
into a Celtic wonderland with Highland games, food for the kids, and a showing of Disney’s movie Brave…oh, and don’t forget the popsicle truck sponsored by the Stewardship committee. This is truly an event for the whole family. Our amazing staff will have everything covered, but here’s what we need from you. The main event for the
day will be an open-mic story-telling in which anyone can share a true, personal 5-minute story on the day’s theme. The theme for that day will be “Home” and we want to hear from you. Think of a story in your life about SE E PA GE 3 FO R THE FU L L S C H ED U L E OF E VE NTS O N SU ND AY, S EPT EMBER 8
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PARTNER UPDATES
Midweek programming and fellowship returns Sept. 4 PG 6
Welcome Dr. Brad Young, Hebrew University PG 8
Hear from Living River and Kirkwood PG 9
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ow is it possible we’re already talking about September!? Will we ever get used to how quickly the year goes by and then begins again? While the weather may not show it, fall is fast approaching, which means the entire staff is prepping for the program year to begin. There have been brainstorming sessions and lunch meetings, video recordings and pew restocking. The church is buzzing with energy for this upcoming year. One of our buzz-worthy events is our fall kickoff, “Home on Highland” on September 8! This is more than just an event; it’s a celebration of our church family and the love that binds us. It’s a nod toward our Scottish heritage, embodying the spirit of Scotland’s Highland Games. A bagpiper will usher us in for worship that day. After worship, Highland Hall will be filled with delicious food by Kim Martin for lunch. Our children’s department will transform the Garage