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First News & Views

February 11, 2005

Volume 54 Number 6

 

 

Let US Worship God

For Sunday, February 13, the Scripture readings are Genesis 2:15-17, 3:1-7 and Matthew 4:1-11. The title of John Wurster's sermon is "It's Tempting." The Chancel Bells and the Chancel Choir will lead our worship music at the 8:30 service and the Gabriel Singers and A Joyful Noise will lead our worship music at the 11 o'clock service. The Sacrament of Holy Communion will be celebrated at both services.

 

 

 

 

 

 

It’s Good For Your Health!

Health Ministries is kicking off its ministry with a Health Fair this Sunday, February 13, from 9:30 - 11 a.m. in Fellowship Hall.

Come -- get your blood pressure checked.

Come -- get weighed and get information on exercise.

Come -- enjoy healthy snacks.

Come -- get information on how to nurture good health in body, mind and spirit.

Come -- it’s good for your health!

 

Health Ministry of First Presbyterian Church

 

"Responding to God’s gift of life and our life in Jesus Christ, we seek to nurture health, healing, and wholeness in body, mind and spirit in our church and community."

Begin walking with God at the Fair!

FPC Health Ministries is sponsoring a unique way to observe Lent this year. Instead of giving up something, consider adding something that is good for your body, mind and spirit.

What? "Walk to Jerusalem"

Who? YOU and the whole congregation

 

Where? Wherever you walk

When? Whenever you walk

How? We’ll give you a pedometer (if you don’t already have one) and a log to keep track of your miles, along with inspirational Bible verses to meditate on as you walk.

"But, Jerusalem is over 6,000 miles from here!" You can’t do it alone, but together, as a church, we can walk to Jerusalem! Sign up at the Health Fair this Sunday, to join your brothers and sisters on the journey.

Why? Those who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength, they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint. (Isaiah 40:31)

E-votions for Lent have begun!

 

During the 40 days of Lent, John Wurster will prepare brief reflections on passages from the gospels and distribute these daily via e-mail. If you haven’t gotten your name on the list please send an e-mail to John at jwurster@findlayfpc.org.

Lenten Suppers & Programs begin this Sunday

It’s all new! Join us this Sunday at 5 p.m. as we begin our Lenten Series: "Where in the World Is the Presbyterian Church?" This week all ages are invited to a unique journey through Mexico. Come discover traditions, food, customs, music and the work of the church there. For supper the Fellowship committee is providing tacos with all the trimmings. (Suggested donation is $4 for adults and $2.00 for children under 10.) Children will make a passport for the journey and make the "Eye of God" as well as learn a Mexican song and enjoy a traditional celebration of breaking a piñata. The adult presenter will be Rev. Jim Miller, a leader in our Presbytery’s Mexican partnership ministry. Join us as we fellowship together!

Adult Education

Join us at 9:45 a.m. this Sunday!

Health Fair                              Fellowship Hall

Character Builders                                  Room 108

On Sunday, February 13, our lesson will be "Overcoming Pride," taken from The Present Word quarterly. The scripture reference is 2 Kings 5:1-5, 9-15a. Phil Haffenden will lead our discussion.

Kerygma Bible Study                                    Parlor

Discovery 19 – "The Teachings"

 

Heifer Project

As part of the Heifer Project this Lenten Season each child and youth in the church school classes will be given an ark this Sunday, February 13. Please fill your ark with coins and paper money as we work together to share our gifts with others through the donation of animals. We will be collecting the arks until Easter Sunday. Please place your ark in a visible spot at home so you can remember to donate. If you do not receive an ark and would like to donate for the project, please drop your donation in the large ark in the Narthex.

Living Through Loss

Anger and Guilt: Two Challenges of Grief,

Two of the more common feelings which grieving individuals experience are anger and guilt. These are also two of the more difficult feelings with which to come to terms. This discussion will help you to understand what these feelings are, and more importantly, how to heal. Join us Monday, February 14, at 7 p.m. in the Parlor. This program is presented by Gene McEvoy, L.I.S.W., is free and open to the public.

Presbytery Meeting Here

 The Maumee Valley Presbytery will be meeting at our church on February 15. The meeting begins in the sanctuary at 10 a.m. Everyone is welcome to come and observe Presbyterians in action. Of special interest might be the worship service which will be at 11:15 a.m. Former FPC member and current pastor of the Ottawa Presbyterian Church, Steve Elderbrock, will be the preacher. The musicians include our own Ariel 3 (Gene Hall, Nancy Hall, and Amy Lai).

HCCH News

At its annual meeting on January 24, new officers and board members were elected and installed. These members include: Quentin Wood, president, Linda Davison - president-elect, Ruth Davis - secretary, Bill Pitkin - treasurer and Jim Davison - past-president. Trustees elected include: Phillip Haffenden, Erin Mitchell, Lowell Nelson, Charles Riffel, Mary Jane Roberts and Jerry Sprouse.

Thank You Presbyterian Women!

Each year Presbyterian Women from around the world answer God’s call to make a difference in the lives of others. One way in which the women answer this call is through the Birthday Offering. By combining nationwide resources, Presbyterian Women members contribute to a fund that supports five charities annually. In 2003, Childspring International was selected as one of the charities to receive funding. With the support of the Presbyterian Women Birthday Offering, 50 children were given the opportunity to receive medical treatments and scholarships so that they could become accepted and productive members of their communities. As the only children’s charity selected, we are proud to participate in "The Decade of the Child" with the Pres. Church (USA).

Prayer Ministry Meets on Wednesdays!

Believing in the power of prayer, we have begun a new prayer ministry at our church and YOU are invited to join us! Whether you consider yourself a prayer warrior or a beginner ALL are welcome! Join us Wednesdays at 1 p.m. in the Library and learn what you can do with prayer! For more information contact Tracy McMath at 326-1318.

FAMILY NEWS…FAMILY NEWS…FAMILY NEWS…FAMILY NEWS…FAMILY NEWS…FAMILY NEWS…FAMILY NEWS…

Our sympathy is extended to Mike Hendershot and family following the death of his wife Naomi Shindel Hendershot on February 1.

Please Take Note…

Ladies Night Out. . . .at the church!

Friday, February 18, 7-11 p.m.

Come—

Retreat in the company of women

Relax with a manicure or massage

Renew your spirit in the silence of the sanctuary

Read a book that’s been on the top of your pile for awhile in the quiet of the library

Refresh with healthy snacks (bring one to share)

Re-group throughout the night with Bible study and worship

Recreate by doing yoga or walking to the sounds of inspiring music

Rekindle your creative spirit through scrapbooking (bring your supplies), knitting an eyelash scarf (bring $5) or crafts (bring your own).

Re-connect with friends, yourself and God

Re-commit to making time to care for yourself—body, mind and spirit.

Come—

Whoever you are, wherever you are—

It’s a night just for you! Bring a friend, too!

 

 

 

 

 

 

SOUPER BOWL SUNDAY RESULTS

Last Sunday $436.45 was received for the Souper Bowl of Caring offering last Sunday. All money will be donated to the Hancock Christian Clearing House. Thank you for your support.

Are you thinking what I am thinking?

Think spring. Think sunshine. Think fellowship. Think 6th Annual First Presbyterian Easter Egg Hunt! This year’s Easter Egg Hunt will take place Saturday, March 26. We could not be more excited as this event provides us with a great opportunity to reach out to our community through our growing church. We need your help to accommodate the over 600 children ages 2 through 5th grade. The success of this event requires the assistance of 40 volunteers along with more than 20,000 pieces of candy. Please help out by bringing your individually wrapped Easter candy to the box located in the narthex and sign up to help on the sheet outside of the church office. Be a part of this great event, and contact Kelly Parker 419.423.2112 x 28, Rich Dougherty 419.422.8948 or Sandi Bunting 419.423.3794 to see how you can play a part!

Cookbook Correction

Please add this information to your In Good Taste cookbook – page 116, Rice & Noodle Casserole – add to the ingredient section: ½ pound uncooked very fine noodles. Thanks.

YOUTH NEWS

KIC - Kids in Christ Grades 3-5

NEWSFLASH! "Calling all 3rd - 5th Graders"

You all are invited to help distribute food for CHOPIN Hall on Saturday, February 26 at St. John's Lutheran Church on Lima Ave. from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Parents may stay and help, too. If you are interested in going, please call Trish at 423-2112 to let her know. Chopin Hall would like to know how many First Presbyterian Church third through fifth graders will be there to help.

Remember: Next meeting date is March 2nd from 6:00 - 7:30, we will have pizza, play games, and stuff Easter eggs - join us for all the fun.

CIA - Christians in Action Grades 6-8

Join us Wednesday at 6 pm for the three "F's."  (All good things, don't think report card)  Food, Fun and Fellowship is what we are all about!

God Squad Grades 9-12

Welcome to Lent!  We will be having youth group at 7 p.m. following Lenten Suppers.  Attend both and learn about the world!

Workcamp Update:

Though the deadline is past, there are still some spots left for our trip to Savannah. Sign up today.  See Brian Johnston, Deb Baker or Dana in the office!

CALENDAR

SUNDAY: February 13

8:30 a.m.         Worship             S

9:45 a.m.         Church School

                           FPC Health Fair             FH

                           Kerygma Bible Study             P

                           Character Builders             108

11:00 a.m.      Worship             S

                           Worship Telecast of February 6                 Ch. 21

4:00 p.m.         Director of Music Search Committee             108

5:00 p.m.         Lenten Supper & Program             FH

7:00 p.m.         God Squad             FH

MONDAY: February 14

9:00 a.m.         Worship Telecast of February 6                 Ch. 21

9:30 a.m.         Book Review Group                 P

4:30 a.m.         Japanese Children             111,112

7:00 p.m.         Purpose-Driven Life             340

                          4H Shooting Stars             330

                           Living Through Loss             P

                           Boy Scouts             111-116

                           Millstream Singers             CR

TUESDAY: February 15

9:15 a.m.         Interdenominational Bible Study             340

10:00 a.m.      Presbytery             FPC

6:30 p.m.         PW Coordinating Team             P

7:00 p.m.         Mothers and More             108

WEDNESDAY: February 16

6:30 a.m.         Men’s Breakfast             Café Marie

9:00 a.m.         Japanese Mothers             340

9:30 a.m.         Gather-Ring             S

10:30 a.m.      Ariel 3 Rehearsal             S

11:00 a.m.      Prayer Service             Chapel

1:00 p.m.         Prayer Ministry             L

                           Worship Telecast of February 6             Ch. 21

2:00 p.m.         VCS Planning             P

4:00 p.m.         Joy Singers             CR

4:45 p.m.         Jubilate Ringers             S

5:30 p.m.         Jubilate Singers             CR

6:00 p.m.         CIA             FH

6:15 p.m.         Chancel Bells             S

7:30 p.m.         Chancel Choir             CR

THURSDAY: February 17

9:30 a.m.         Ariel 3             S

3:30 p.m.         Joyful Noise             S

FRIDAY: February 18

12:00 p.m.       HH Trustee Orientation             108

12:30 p.m.       Sarah Circle             FH

7:00 p.m.          Ladies Night         FH

SATURDAY: February 19

9:00 a.m.         Nursery School Dad’s Day             NS

The bus driver for Sunday, February 11, is:

11 a.m. –Rich Flowers, 4220831

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