First Presbyterian Church of Adrian is joining First Friday’s Pickle’s Everywhere!!
FUN kids activities, snow cones, and a backpack giveaway to the first 72 kids!
Our church will also be hosting a rummage sale during First Friday until 6pm.

SIGN UP SHEETS ARE ON THE BOARD FOR:
Sorting, Sale Day, Bake Sale, Clean Up

    The rummage sale will be located in the basement in the Fellowship Hall. There is an elevator available for handicap access.

RUMMAGE SALE DATES:
Thursday, July 31st 9am-4pm
BAKE SALE begins on Thursday!

First Friday - Friday, August 1st 9am-6pm
*$2 Bag Sale begins at 12 noon.

SIGN UP SHEETS ARE ON THE BOARD FOR:
Sorting, Sale Day, Bake Sale, Clean Up

    The rummage sale will be located in the basement in the Fellowship Hall. There is an elevator available for handicap access.

RUMMAGE SALE DATES:
Thursday, July 31st 9am-4pm
BAKE SALE begins on Thursday!

First Friday - Friday, August 1st 9am-6pm
*$2 Bag Sale begins at 12 noon.

BROOKLYN- Amy Elizabeth Lusk, age 63, of Brooklyn, Michigan, passed away Friday morning, February 21, 2025, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Sylvania, Ohio.

Amy was born on October 17, 1961, in Adrian, Michigan, the daughter of Dr. Richard and Lillis (Wylie) Gilmartin.

Amy attended Adrian schools and participated in tennis and choir. She graduated from AHS with the Class of 1979 and went on to attend Siena Heights College. Amy worked as a nurses aide, florist and tennis coach and she found great satisfaction in helping others.

Her greatest sources of joy were her marriage, her many enduring friendships and the companionship of her dogs. She and her husband, Don, enjoyed hosting friends and family members at their home on Wamplers Lake. She will be remembered for her genuine kindness, especially through her church activities and volunteer work.

She is survived by her husband of 31 years, Donald Lusk of Brooklyn, Michigan, and her brother, James Gilmartin of Schaumburg, Illinois. Amy was preceded in death by her parents, Richard and Lillis Gilmartin, and her brother, Thomas Gilmartin.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at noon, at the First Presbyterian Church of Adrian, with Dr. Scott Elliott officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the First Presbyterian Church of Adrian, Share the Warmth of Lenawee or the charity of your choice.

Diner’s Group Goes to Jerry’s Pub & Restaurant!
When: Friday, March 21st, 2025
Time: 4:30 to carpool from church. 5:00 Dinner
RSVP to: Deb Bickerstaff (see office for her information)

ADRIAN- Thomas “Tom” Edward Kopke, age 79, died peacefully at home under the care of Hospice of Lenawee and surrounded by the love of his children on February 21, 2025.

Tom was born on July 7, 1945, the youngest son of Paul K. and Mary A. (Edwards) Kopke’s two sons. He graduated from Sand Creek High School in 1963 and continued his education at Stautzenberger College earning an associate’s degree.

On March 23, 1974, Tom married Judith F. Cole at the Holloway Presbyterian Church. They were blessed with four daughters and all the excitement that comes with having all girls. Tom and Judi celebrated over 50 years together before her death on July 3, 2024.

For over 30 years Tom worked as a cabinet maker at the Merillat cabinetry plant in Adrian. He was an active member of the First Presbyterian Church in Adrian. Tom was known for his sense of humor and always had a joke ready to share. He enjoyed bowling when he was younger and was a loyal “Detroit Sports Fan” cheering on all the teams.

He will be missed by his daughters, Michelle Blackerby (Roger Schwab), Elizabeth Sterling (Jason Warner) Jennifer (Daks) Meredith and Amy (Scott) Wisniewski; grandchildren, Jacob Meyers, Falcon Hassenzahl, Caitlin Yape, Hannah Kopke, Gavin Huet, Julian Clark, Nicholas Adams and Paul Adams; great-grandchildren, Wolf Hassenzahl and Covington Yape; and his mother-in-law, Jarrell Cole. In addition to his wife, Judi, Tom is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Kenneth Kopke; nephew, Gregory Kopke; and father-in-law, Norman Cole.

A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church in Adrian, with Dr. Scott Elliott officiating. The family will receive friends at the church from 10:30 a.m. until the service begins. Burial will occur at Oakwood Cemetery at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Lenawee.

Please join us Wednesday, March 5th at 7pm for our Ash Wednesday Service. Presenting will be Dr. Scott Elliott. Special Music by Julie Zeng.

-SouperBowl for Caring Sunday is Feb. 9th! Bring your donations of change, cash, and canned goods. The monetary donations will go to South Michigan Food Bank. Canned goods will be added to our deacons monthly food drive. If you'd like to donate to offering, please make sure you label it for SouperBowl for Caring. THANK YOU!

Maumee St. Jam! Musicians with unplugged instruments are invited to come together and play. The public is invited to listen and sing along. Snacks and drinks are available with donation to provide the space and participate. Music starts at 6. Opens at 5:30.

The Baldwins are hosting a GAME NIGHT!
When: Saturday, February 1st at 6:30pm
Bring a snack and enjoy some friendship and games!
See the office for their address.

The Holy Diners Group is meeting at Culver’s!
Friday - January 17th, 2025 @ 5pm (Leaving the Church at 4:45 if you’re interested in carpooling)
1360 S. Main St. | Adrian, MI 49221
Please contact Pat Sparrow if you have any questions. (Reach out to the office for her information!)

Maumee St. Jam! Musicians with unplugged instruments are invited to come together and play. The public is invited to listen and sing along. Snacks and drinks are available with donation to provide the space and participate.

Just a Reminder for the Diners Group this FRIDAY!
Where: Rumors Inc. | 212 W Main St, Hudson, MI 49247
When: December 20th at 5:30pm (Carpool leaves church at 4:50pm)
RSVP to: Pat Rye by Dec. 18th (517)270-2974 or prye1308@gmail.com

Maumee St. Jam! Musicians with unplugged instruments are invited to come together and play. The public is invited to listen and sing along. Snacks and drinks are available with donation to provide the space and participate.

Monthly Men’s Breakfast
Donations appreciated to benefit our community.

Our children in Sunday School will be having their annual Christmas Program.
Worship starts at 10am.

Friday, December 6th 5:30-7:30pm
-We will have an open house with refreshments in the narthex and Christmas music playing from 5:30 - 7:30 pm.  The Light Parade starts at 6:30 pm on Winter St. at Lenawee Courthouse parking lot, east on Front St., south on Broad St and turns onto Maumee St in front of the church before heading to Comstock Park. The tree lighting will follow the arrival of the parade, at approximately 7:30 pm. 

-Please donate cookies or Christmas treats to share some with our guests. We will be wrapping them individually. Hosts are needed also.  Bring your friends and family for a little Christmas cheer and maybe sing a carol or two!  See Cindy Frownfelder or Lisa Gillin.

On November 24th, following worship, we will be decorating and hanging the greenery for our holiday season.  Any finishing touches will be made throughout the following week. A light snack will be provided.

When: Saturday, November 23rd 9:30-11:30am
Where: FPC Fellowship Hall
Cost: $5 to cover materials
RSVP: By Dec. 15th - Please call FPC Church Office M-F 9am-12n to confirm

*A simple mix of breakfast snacks will be provided*

Two turkeys, gravy, and dressing will be provided by your Fellowship Committee. Side dishes & desserts are needed! Please bring enough for 8-10 servings

If you’re planning on attending with your family, please let us know how many guests you’re anticipating having. We will have enough table and chairs for 100 people. There is no guarantee that everyone will be able to sit together. Please sign up on the bulletin board with your name, dish you’re bringing & number of guests!

November’s Diners Group will be enjoying dinner at Black Rock Bar and Grill on Friday, November 15th.  The restaurant is located on the back side (south side) of the Franklin Park Mall.
The address is 5001 Monroe St, Toledo, OH 43623.

We plan to arrive at Black Rock around 5:00 P.M. Carpooling from the church parking lot will leave no later than 4:10 if you want to share rides.

This restaurant has a variety of menu items including steak, chicken, seafood, salads, sandwiches, and of course wonderful desserts so there is something for everyone. If you order a steak, you cook it yourself on a 755-degree heated lava stone. It is a great dining experience. You can check the website at www.blackrockrestaurants.com for more detail information regarding their menu items.

Please feel free to invite a friend(s) to join us.
Reservations are necessary no later than Tuesday, November 12th
RSVP to Bob Green by text or phone at 517-902-6288

Musicians of unplugged instruments are invited to gather and play. The public is invited to listen and sing along. Food, drinks, and desserts are served for donations to provide the space and participate. Located on the Basement Level in the Fellowship Hall.

Adrian Downtown is hosting Trick-Or-Treating from 4:30pm-6:30pm
Candy donations can be brought in to the office M-F 9am-12n or before worship on Sunday

Soup, Salad, and Dessert POTLUCK after Worship!
Your Fellowship Committee is providing the soups.
Please bring your favorite salad or dessert.
(Really anything will be welcomed, we’re not picky! Just grateful.)
THANK YOU!

This month's special spot for Friday dinner outing, brought to you by the Fellowship Committee.......The Original Tony Packo's in Toledo featuring Hungarian Food (thriving since 1832) The Diners Group (old diners and new diners as well) invited to join us..... Friday, OCTOBER 18th at 5pm! Ride sharers are leaving the church parking lot at exactly 3:50 for a 5:00 reservation