Rev. Karen Hill, Pastor
First Presbyterian is a wonderful place to worship; it is a warm and welcoming, progressive community of faith. The church is very involved in social justice issues at the community level and very interested in caring for the least of these. In preaching, I am to be relevant and engaged with current events, as we read scripture together and apply it to our lives. [Read more...]
First Presbyterian is a wonderful place to worship; it is a warm and welcoming, progressive community of faith. The church is very involved in social justice issues at the community level and very interested in caring for the least of these. In preaching, I am to be relevant and engaged with current events, as we read scripture together and apply it to our lives. [Read more...]
Chuck Missar, Treasurer
I have served as Treasurer since January, 2017. My first task was to convert the church’s financial records from a homebrew Excel-based accounting system to QuickBooks. With the help of a professional bookkeeper, we now have a working accounting system and she continues to generate checks, prepare payrolls, log contributions and reconcile the books while I provide oversight. Of course, our Stewardship and Finance Committee and the Session keeps an eye on what I do!
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Kate Hemsoth, Nursery Supervisor
For me, First Presbyterian Church of Cottage Grove is more than a place of worship; it is a community of thoughtful individuals who share similar beliefs and values and care for one another. Our church is a lively part of our community. I am fortunate to be able to connect to so many organizations within Cottage Grove, because of my relation to our church. I feel “at home” among the warm faces that greet me each week. My role as Nursery Supervisor allows me to build relationships with our church’s youngest members. [Read more...]
For me, First Presbyterian Church of Cottage Grove is more than a place of worship; it is a community of thoughtful individuals who share similar beliefs and values and care for one another. Our church is a lively part of our community. I am fortunate to be able to connect to so many organizations within Cottage Grove, because of my relation to our church. I feel “at home” among the warm faces that greet me each week. My role as Nursery Supervisor allows me to build relationships with our church’s youngest members. [Read more...]
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