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First Presbyterian Church of Chesapeake City, MarylandEpistle Update
BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR WEEK OF 8/31/2008
Note new mailing address for church:
First Presbyterian Church of Chesapeake City
PRAYERAUGUST24.doc
MONTHLY SUNDAY STATISTICS as of AUGUST 31,2008
Date Attendance Offering
AUGUST 10 24 $1430.
AUGUST 17 41 $637
AUGUST 24 24 $914
AUGUST 31 31 $533
Today: FREE WILL OFFERING FOR TV/DVD PLAYER COMBINATION which is needed for programs that require visual aids. A basket in the rear of the sanctuary is available for this purpose.
NEW: SECOND WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH:***** NEW
SEPTEMBER 10: SENIOR CITIZIENS [60+] PROGRAMS AND LUNCH: 10:30 am - 12:30 PM: Bring bag lunch,beverage and desert provided. PROGRAM: CHESAPEAKE CITY HISTORY WITH LOCAL HISTORIAN ROBERT HAZEL! No RSVP needed.
[ OCTOBER 8 PROGRAM: PowerPoint presentation from EMERGENCY/DISASTER PLANNING based upon Maryland's Plan 9 initiative which is the nine essential items you'll need in the event of an emergency or disaster. The Get Ready initiative focuses on the four things people should do, 1. Get a kit, 2. Make a plan, 3. Be informed and 4. Get involved. Explanation will be given of how and why you need to do these things in our presentation. There will be time for questions, informational hand-outs and a gift for everyone that will help them start their own disaster kit.] NEW
SEPTEMBER 10: 7:30 PM VIDEO/DISCUSSION SERIES "THE PARABLES OF JESUS' NEW [2nd and 4th Weds]
SEPTEMBER 13, Noon - 3:00CHURCH PICNIC, Saturday afternoon, special music, games, and food. [Blue Grass music, too!] The event will be held at the Titter Memorial Park, Cecil and Union Sts., No Ches City NEW
SEPTEMBER 25: 7:00 PM SESSION MEETING [note change of date]
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Thanks to all who contributed to the success of VBS held this summer
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Thanks to memorial funds in honor of Richard Beckley, the Session accepted a gift of 89 new cushioned chairs from Elder Betty Beckley in rememberance of her husband.
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Thanks to everyone who helped with the estate sale to benefit the church's building fund. At this point $1949.00 was earned for the church
*****ATTENTION: SENIOR CITIZENS [60 +]
MONTHLY PROGRAM & LUNCH
First Presbyterian Church of Chesapeake City would like to invite senior citizens to enjoy a monthly morning time to gather for a program and lunch. SUBJECTS: health care, local history, politics, finances, and other topics suggested by “you.”
So that we can invite you officially for these events, please click on link below. Feel free to suggest topics and ideas for this exciting new venture involving YOU!
SENIORCITIZENSPOSTER.docFOR PHOTOS OF VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL GO TO
ccea4u.com
[2008 VBS Photo Gallery]
COMING IN AUGUST, 9:00 AM Worship,
[SUNDAY TO BE ANNOUNCED]
Hillary Foster will share her "journey" to Guatamala.
SUMMER MUSIC IN THE PARK - PELL GARDENS - FREE 6 - 8 PM
EACH SUNDAY IN JULY AND AUGUST
On Sunday, July 13, First Presbyterian celebrated Small Church Ministry Sunday [PCUSA]. Following are remarks made by Elder /Clerk of Session Nelson Stubbs:
Today is a time for Presbytgerians to gather together to celebrate and recognize the work of small congregation. Our worship service has been suggested in part by the Small Church and Community Ministry, Evangelism and Church Growth committees and staff of the Presbygerian Church [USA}.
For many years our congregation has read with interst their suggestions which have guided us over the years to explore and to put into motion new ideas to allow small congregations like us, to exist in this changing. world. Quoting from their letter, "The readings from Paul's letter to the Romans and Matthew's account of the parable of the sower remind us that we need to set our sights on things of the Spirit if we are going to be the rich soil ready to receive the seeds of new life planted by God. Such teachings are essential for any congregation but especially for smaller congregations who want to transform their lives and enhance their ministry and mission. The opportunities are out there in every community if we but open ourselves to God's call. God has called us for over 150 years and we have found ways, with God's help, but God continually challenges with new seeds to be planted here in Chesapeake City. Let us continue to be eager to share stories of vital small churches to that we may all be enriched and transformed.
The 218th General Assembly of the PCUSA met in San Jose, California, June 21-28. Congratulations to Rev. Carl Mazza, former pastor at First Presbyterian of Chesapeake City who ran an excellent campaign to be Moderator of the General Assembly. Let our prayers continue to be with him and his ministry at Meeting Ground. Also keep the PCUSA in your prayer as the denomination continues to come to terms with differences in theology and doctrine.
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New Moderator: The Rev. Bruce Reyes-Chow
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New Vice-Moderator: The Rev. Byron Wade
Church has faith in the sun
New solar energy system to be dedicated Sunday
By ROBIN BROWN
The News Journal
July 14, 2008
New solar panels nearly cover the roof of Limestone Presbyterian Church, in a project parishioners say has a dual message of environmental awareness and faith.
Member Jane Williams, of Kirkwood Gardens, who has attended Limestone Presbyterian since before its church was built 50 years ago, said Sunday the move to solar power "is a step in the right direction."
New members Meredith Blaydes and Jon Lilley of Elkton, Md., graduate students in University of Delaware's College of Marine and Earth Studies, say it's great.
"I think it's fantastic," said Lilley, Blaydes' fiance, who grew up near London.
"It's good for everyone," said Bruce Gillette, co-pastor of the Mill Creek-area church with his wife, Carolyn. "... Less pollution and impact on climate change."
The co-pastors call the effort "action ... with the future in mind, as the church seeks to be a visible witness of caring for the environment by producing clean energy."
Faith plays a role as well. "We are called upon to be good stewards of the Earth," he said.
The congregation invites the public to a special service at 10 a.m. Sunday when it will celebrate the project's completion.
Keeping with the theme, Boy Scout Troop 660, which meets at the church, will hold a solar benefit car wash the next day.
After arriving four years ago, the Gillettes had an expert do an energy audit, leading to use of compact fluorescent bulbs among other changes.
The church also is involved in post-hurricane rebuilding, planting trees in Africa and distributing solar lights in Honduras.
Member Sue Trottman said she likes the church's ability to take action on issues. "This is a 'can-do' congregation," she said.
Congregation member and Syracuse University student Sarah Marshall of Limestone Hills supported the project by designing its Web page, at www.limestonepresbyterian.org/solar/index.htm.
The project cost $30,000 for the roof and $250,000 for the solar energy system.
Half the solar cost is to be reimbursed by a state program.
Let’s Talk" by Jim Moseley, Executive Presbyter
ECUMENICAL FOOD PANTRY IS LOW ON ITEMS! Shelves need to be restocked. Cash money donations to the pantry are also welcome.
Many thanks to those who recently helped paint the social hall floor - those who moved furniture as well. Much appreciation as well to those who helped organize "items" moved into kitchen. :)
NEW CHURCH DIRECTORY READY FOR DISTRIBUTION
[NAMES OF MEMBERS AND FRIENDS, ADDRESSES, PHONE NUMBERS AND E-MAIL]
To have one mailed to your home contact DHazel41@yahoo.com
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A big thank you to all who made our FATHER'S DAY BREAKFAST, so successful!
Look for another breakfast in the coming months!
NOTE FROM HILLARY FOSTER [BEFORE HER TRIP TO GUATEMALA]
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PAST CHURCH EVENTS
Sunday worship, May 4, 2008, was led by Elder Allan Taylor who gave an inspirational message about the Ascension. Thanks to Allan and also to Wes Durrett, Jr. who aptly served as lay reader, and the choir, who provided worship music. Praise God for the leadership in the church.
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Holy Humor Sunday , March 30
On Holy Humor sunday, 35 members and friends of First Presbyterian listened to Blue Grass Music by local group "Chain Reaction" as they worshiped. The choir was outfitted in bathrobes and played "Just As I Am" on kazoos. Elder Allan Taylor juggled to the delight of all. Offering was taken in Easter Baskets and the prizes were given out for Bible trivia and other games. This entire Sunday service was dedicated to rejoicing in the Resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ. [Watch for Photos soon!]
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MINI BIBLE SCHOOL
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF CHESAPEAKE CITY
Good Friday Morning, March 21
9:00 AM – 11: 00 AM
Based upon the theme of Passover, Mini Bible School was held which included music, stories, crafts, and activities appropriate for ages 3 to 13. Snacks were be provided
[SEE PHOTOS UNDER CHURCH PHOTOS]
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MAUNDY THURSDAY SERVICES
On Thursday evening, March 20, at 6:30, Maundy Thursday was marked by an Agape Meal followed by a modified Tenebrae Service written by Kirk Bruce. These events were planned and led by members of Chesapeake City Presbyterian and Pencader Presbyterian
[Rev. Kathie S Pownall & Rev. Bruce Barstow]
[CLICK CHURCH PHOTOS TO SEE PICTURES]
What is an Agape Meal? The Agape Meal, or Love Feast, is a Christian fellowship meal that is often practiced in Covenant Discipleship groups or other small groups.
The New Handbook of the Christian Year gives this definition: "A simple, ritual meal in the context of which hymns are sung, Scripture is read, and testimonies and stories of faith are shared. All such meals derive from Jewish and early church meals such as are referred to by Paul, and they symbolize the unity of fellowship in the love of Christ which the saints at rest will share. Signs of the agape are the loving cup and bread."
What is a Tenebrae Service?
The word ‘tenebrae’ is Latin for shadows. The purpose of the Tenebrae service is to recreate the emotional aspects of the passion story, so this is not supposed to be a happy service, because the occasion is not happy.
The service was originally designed for Good Friday, but it can be used for Maundy Thursday as well. It has a place for long scripture narratives assigned to different readers.
The service may include other parts, such as solemn hymns, a sermon, and Communion, but the core of the Tenebrae service works like this: Room lit by candles [including the Christ candle]. The readers go up one at a time, read their assigned selections, and extinguish one of the candles, until only the Christ candle remains. At the conclusion, words of Jesus are quoted and the Christ candle is put out, leaving the congregation in near total darkness—and near total devastation. At this point, the service ends. There is no benediction and the people leave in silence. (The lights are turned up but remain dim so that people can see their way out.)
The purpose of the service is to recreate the betrayal, abandonment, and agony of the events, and it is left unfinished, because the story isn’t over until Easter Day.
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COMING ATTRACTION
SEPTEMBER 14 - 21: PASTOR'S VACATION: Sunday, September 21: Rev. Jackie Taylor preaching
SEPTEMBER 7: News for Fall Epistle DUE for publication on September 12! News items and other material should be given to Nelson by Monday, SEPTEMBER 8! Help needed on Friday morning at 10:30 to help with the mailing
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