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First News & Views
Volume 55, No. 42
October 27, 2006
Let Us Worship God
For Sunday,
October 29, the Scripture readings are
Psalm 104:1-9 and
Mark 10:46-52
The title of John Wurster’s sermon is
"Faith Reformed, Faith Involved."
The Chancel Choir will lead our worship music.
Reformation Sunday, October 29
We celebrate Reformation Day on the last Sunday of October, commemorating the beginning of the Protestant Reformation in 1517 when Martin Luther published his 95 points of dispute with the Roman Catholic Church. John Calvin (1509-1564), a Swiss theologian who became influenced by Luther’s reform, is considered to be the founder of Presbyterianism. Our worship services this Sunday will include prayers and hymns from Calvin and Luther. We look forward to seeing you this Sunday for worship.
The King’s Yomen
Join us this Sunday, October 29, at 9:45 a.m. in the Great Room for an entertaining and spiritual drama like no other. The King's Yomen will present a unique program combining drama and yo-yo skills that is captivating and compelling for all ages.
Children are fascinated by their yo-yo skills, youth will identify with their testimonies, and their humor and entertaining performance will be enjoyed by adults and kids alike. Through imaginative skits and inspiring stories the Yomen share the gospel of Christ using their distinctive talents for a dramatic and entertaining effect that simply can't be seen anywhere else! Don’t miss the fun this Sunday during the Church School hour and hear about the ’ups and downs’ in our journey of faith!
KIDS:
Don’t forget to invite a friend to this wonderful event. The Church School class with the most friends invited will get an ice cream party in November! Come to hear and see God’s good news. See you there!
Cakewalkin’ Jass Band
Concert Series Event
THIS SUNDAY, October 29, 3 p.m., Great Room
"It’s one of the Toledo area’s best known attractions for curious tourists and knowledgeable jazz gourmets."
-The Leader
"Whether the appeal is to fellow musicians wanting to join in the fun or to ecstatic listeners, the Cakewalkin’ Jass Band has a magnetism that transcends the appeal of traditional jazz."
#9; -The Mississippi Rag
Join us this Sunday when Toledo’s oldest New Orleans style jazz band brings their dynamic talent to Findlay for an afternoon of hot jazz and food by Tony Packo’s! The Cakewalkin’ Jass Band, a regular fixture in the Toledo music scene, has delighted audiences for nearly four decades with their high energy shows. After seven albums and numerous performances at some of America’s leading jazz festivals and clubs, it is our pleasure to feature the Cakewalkin’ Jass Band as our first performance in this season’s Concert Series. This event is free and open to the public. There will be a small charge for the meal.
This is an entertaining event you absolutely won’t want to miss! For information on becoming a Concert Series patron, please call 419-423-2112 or stop by the church office.
50 Year Member Luncheon
October 22, 2006
Join us at 9:45 a.m. this Sunday!
The King’s Yomen Great Room
This week’s seminar is an entertaining and spiritual event you won’t want to miss! All God’s children are invited to attend! See page 1 for more!
New Member Class Parlor
This class provides an introduction to the Presbyterian Church and presents information about the ministries of our church. If you are interested in becoming a member, please join us this Sunday.
Family Matters Room 112
Should the 10 Commandments be displayed in public? Join Jeanalice Brickman as she leads discussion about this controversial and intriguing topic.
Becoming One in Christ Room 113
Foundations of Faith Room 201
This Sunday we continue dialogue of the book The Trinity. Chapter 6 is titled Trinitarian Communion and Human Communion. Donna Giver Johnston will lead us.
Character Builders Room 209-210
On Sunday, October 29, our lesson will be "God Grants Wisdom to Solomon," taken from The Present Word quarterly. The scripture reference is 1 Kings 3:3-14. Andrew Reid will lead our discussion this week.
Coming November 5!!!
It’s a Church Fair! Join us in the Great Room a week from Sunday for a celebration of our ministry and a look to the future. Come and see what’s happening across the church and consider how you might be a part of what God is doing in our midst. Beginning at 9:30 a.m., committees will have tables presenting the many aspects of our congregation’s life. There will also be a presentation of the opportunities ahead for us in 2007. It’s a time to see where we are and glimpse where we are headed as we continue to tell the story of God’s love in Jesus Christ.
Thank You!
Thanks to all the cookie bakers who supplied cookies for the college care packages sent out last week and to those who took a bit of time to help pack & label the cookies boxes. The biggest thank you goes to Karen Peschel for coordinating everything. Great job everyone!
2006 Operation Christmas Child
Spread the word of God’s love to children throughout the world. Last year over 7 million shoeboxes were collected and sent to children in nearly 100 countries, 24,000 of those shoeboxes came from Northwest Ohio. Brochures are available in the Narthex that can act as an aid when preparing a shoebox.
The collection period for our area will be from Monday, November 13 through Sunday the 19.
(Please note that our collection ENDS Sunday November 19, because the truck leaves early Monday morning, November 20, to transport our boxes to a checkpoint in Toledo.) Collections will take place in room 108 and can be made throughout the day. The collection center will be staffed from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, and 12 to 5 p.m. on Sunday. There is a sign up sheet in the hallway for those wanting to help with the collection site.
Shoebox donations from our congregation should be placed on a windowsill in the Sanctuary. These donations can be made at anytime. The Church School classes will also participate – watch for details. Our gifts will be dedicated at the worship service on November 19.
Health Focus:
Secondhand Smoke
Throughout October, the Health Ministry of the church has shared information on the health risks of secondhand smoke. The November 7 election ballot will have two issues directly related to secondhand smoke. Given both the serious health ramifications and the potential for confusion between the issues, we offer the following information:
Issue 4:
Keeps smoking in restaurants and many public places.
Fails to protect hospitality workers from secondhand smoke exposure in their workplaces.
Is a change to the state Constitution. If passed, it will overturn smoke-free laws that are in place in Columbus and 20 other cities in Ohio.
Will prevent any city or town from passing a local smoke-free law without first amending the state Constitution.
Endorsement campaign is paid for by the tobacco companies.
Issue 5:
Will make restaurants, public places and workplaces smoke free.
Is supportive of the Surgeon General’s Report, which says there is no safe exposure to secondhand smoke. It states it is a "serious health hazard" linked to cancer, lung disease, heart disease and "should be considered a significant pediatric issue."
Will protect all workers, families, children and seniors from the dangers of secondhand smoke.
Is supported by the American Cancer Society, the American Lung Association, the American Heart Association, Cleveland Clinic, BVRHC, Hancock Medical Society, The League of Women Voters, and more than 500 other organizations.
If you support Issue 5, you must vote NO on Issue 4 and YES on Issue 5
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This message is sponsored by The 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.
The November Community Dinner
is scheduled for Sunday, November 12 in the Great Room at 11:30 a.m. The menu is meatloaf, mashed potatoes & green beans. The sign up sheet for food and volunteers is posted next to the church office. Sign-up today!
Presbyterian Women
November
1 Jean Allen Circle Parlor, 9 a.m.
Program: "Perspectives on Sibling Rivalry" (Cain & Abel)
with Don Loving
Hostesses: Mary Johnston and Eveline Stitt
7 Joy Circle
Room 211, 7 p.m.
Program: "Perspectives on Sibling Rivalry" (Cain & Abel)
Leader & Hostess – Bev Risser
17 Sarah Circle
Fellowship Hall, 12 p.m.
Plenty Good Room, Session 2: "Go Down, Moses"
21 Coordinating Team Room 340, 6:30 p.m.
21 Salvation Army Holiday Dinner (pies needed)
KIC (grades 3-5) will meet Wednesday, November 1 from 6 – 8 p.m. in Fellowship Hall for dinner, games and a Bible story. This week we’ll finish our handprints. Invite a friend and enjoy the company of one another.
Parents: If anyone can help with dinner on the first Wednesday of the month, please call Trish Larkey 419-423-2112, x25, to sign up.
KIC will also meet Sunday, November 19 from 5 to 7 p.m. (Notice Time Change.) for a Thanksgiving Meal together. Sign up on November 1 to bring your favorite Thanksgiving dish to share. Your entire family is invited to come!
The Harlem Ambassadors
Children, youth, adults, family, friends and neighbors are invited to the Harlem Ambassadors Basketball exhibition in Fostoria November 4, at 7 p.m.
Deadline to order tickets for the group rate is THIS Sunday, October 29. We will leave from the church at 6 p.m. Please eat before you come. Cost for groups is: Adults $7, Students (ages 5-12) $5 and 4 and under are free…y’all come & bring some friends.
OSU Football
"Athletes in Action"
Monday, Oct. 30, 7 p.m., St. Johns Arena, Columbus
Coach Jim Tressel, Craig Krentzel, and more share how their faith has impacted their lives. For more information go to www.osufootballaia.com. Adults and Youth are welcome! The OSU Marching Band will be there. The cost is $5 for dinner on the way down. The event is free. We’ll leave Findlay at 5 p.m. & return as soon as it is over.
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RSVP required for both events above! é
Contact Jami Dellifield if you have questions or for more information about: Harlem Ambassadors and/or Athletes in Action – 419-423-2112, x 28 or 419-889-9264 (cell).
Calendar
SUNDAY: REFORMATION SUNDAY October 29
8:30 a.m. Worship S
9:45 a.m. Church School
The Kings Yomen GR
New Member Class P
Family Matters 112
Becoming One in Christ 113
Foundations of Faith 201
Character Builders 209-210
11:00 a.m. Worship S
Worship Telecast of October 22 Ch. 21
Landscape Committee 206
12:00 p.m. Nominating Committee 206
3:00 p.m. Concert Series: Cakewalkin’ Jass Band GR
5:00 p.m. MS Youth Group 211
7:00 p.m. HS Youth Group 211
MONDAY: October 30
9:00 a.m. Worship Telecast of October 22 Ch. 21
NS Halloween Parties NS
10:00 a.m. Women of Faith L
6:00 p.m. Girl Scout Birthday Party FH
Youtheatre GR
TUESDAY: October 31
6:30 a.m. Men’s Breakfast Café Marie
9:00 a.m. Spiritual Clinical Pastoral Education 201
NS Halloween Parties NS
10:00 a.m. Staff Meeting L
6:00 p.m. Youtheatre GR
Rhythms of Grace S
WEDNESDAY: November 1
9:00 a.m. Jean Allen Circle P
9:30 a.m. Gather-Ring S
10:00 a.m. Al-Anon 201
11:00 a.m. Prayer Ministry 211
12:00 p.m. Prayer Service Chapel
1:00 p.m. Worship Telecast of October 22 Ch. 21
4:00 p.m. Handchimes Training Choir GR
4:30 p.m. Joy Singers GR
5:10 p.m. Jubilate Singers GR
5:30 p.m. Youth Ministry Committee 201
5:40 p.m. Jubilate Ringers S
6:00 p.m. KIC FH
Youtheatre GR
7:00 p.m. Black Swamp Rapture Rehab Bd. 206
Church Community & Society 112
High School B2 GR, 211
THURSDAY: November 2
1:30 p.m. Japanese Toddlers Crib Room, 107
5:30 p.m. A New Creation Handbells S
6:00 p.m. Youtheatre GR
6:15 p.m. A New Creation Choir CR
Chancel Bells S
GS Service Unit #10 FH
7:30 p.m. Chancel Choir CR
FRIDAY: November 3
6:00 p.m. Youtheatre GR
SATURDAY: Happy Birthday – Donna! November 4
8:00 a.m. BS/CS Leader Specific Trainings GW, FH
6:00 p.m. MS & HS to Harlem Basketball Fostoria
Bus driver for Sunday, October 29, is:
8:30 a.m.–Dave Reynolds, 419-423-4243
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