The Plansoen Scholarship Program, under the direction of the Rev. Dr Don Dempsey, recently completed the selection process for the coming 2023 – 2024 Academic Year. Church members who served as members of the selection/interview committee this past month were: Jen Redding, John Johnson, John McNicholas, John Gescheidle, and Meg Dempsey. After receiving over …
On Festival Sunday, May 21, we worship together at 10:00 AM (single service) and celebrate another wonderful program year before summer officially begins! The high school seniors will be leading worship. We will be presenting Bibles to our 4th graders and celebrate the children “flying up” to Middle School next year, recognize those who …
An Update from Plansoen Scholar Maissel Sanchez: During my last semester at Lake Forest College, I was able to complete the necessary courses to finish my Bachelors degree in Psychology as well as a minor in Sociology with a 3.44 GPA, an accomplishment I do not take lightly. In addition to my studies, I …
An Update from Plansoen Scholar Jovana Jovanivska: Hello everyone, I hope that all of you had a wonderful time during the holiday season. This winter break I had the chance to spend time with my friends and family back in North Macedonia, as well as have a week-long trip in Spain traveling and visiting …
An Update from Plansoen Scholar AJ Jackson: This past fall semester has been a little roller coaster for me regarding life. I went into the semester with big plans for football but was completely derailed by tearing a ligament in my foot which required surgery. But ultimately, this didn’t end up being the worst …
An Update from Plansoen Scholar Maria Fernandez: Dear FPC congregation, I would like to start by thanking everyone that made this opportunity possible for students like myself. This scholarship has truly been a blessing not only for myself but to my family. I thank God for giving me the opportunity to meet amazing people …
An Update from Plansoen Scholar Kamden Kuklinski: To my friends at First Presbyterian Church of Lake Forest: Thank you so much for welcoming me into your warm and welcoming community! I have enjoyed the support that you have provided me as I come closer to completing my degree at Lake Forest College. This semester, …
An Update from Plansoen Scholar Gabe Anzeze: To the Congregation: My name is Gabe, and I am glad to be one of the five Plansoen Family Scholars this year. I am currently completing my double major in Economics and Politics at the college. I have been attending Wednesday night dinners in a bid to …
Massiel Sanchez Massiel is finishing up her senior year this fall semester at LFC. She is a Psychology major with a minor in Sociology. She began her college education at CLC in 2014. After receiving her Associates Degree she began at LFC in 2019. For the past five years she has worked full time …
Kamden Kuklinski Kamden is a rising Senior at Lake Forest College Majoring in Neuroscience. He grew up in Gurnee. His current campus involvement includes: Office of Admission – Student Admission Specialist; Delventhal Lab – Research Assistant; Department of Biology – Peer Tutor; Synapse Club, Co-President; Nu Rho Psi, Outreach Chair, past; Treasurer, current; and …