E-CHIMES
A Weekly Update of Joys,
Concerns and Ministry with
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
Sunday Worship Hour
10:30 a.m.
Church Office Hours: Monday
- Thursday: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Pastor's Office Hours:
Monday - Wednesday mornings,
(Thursdays: home office,
Fridays: Pastor's day off, office closed)
OUR MISSION
We are committed to
inspiring a
sense of
identity and belonging
through love,
faith, and service in Jesus Christ
April 22, 2010
Our email is churchoffice@fpcmp.org
Our website is www.fpcmp.org
In This Issue:
· Prayer
concerns
· First
Presbyterian Walking Club (NEW)
· CMU
Study Nights at FPC (NEW)
· DAR
Luncheon (NEW)
· PW
Ecumenical Tea (NEW)
· School of
Rock (NEW)
· Health
Fair Kits (NEW)
· Need
More Food Bags (NEW)
· Thank You
from Goodrow Fund (NEW)
· Deacons
Strawberry Shortcake Fundraiser
· Recognition
of High School Graduates
· Thank You
and update from Dorothy Nugent
· Blessing
of the Animals
· HATS Off
to the Arts 4th Annual GALA
· Cooking
Class
· Pictures
for Retirement Party
· New Book
Club
· Members
Needed
· PW Silent
Auction
· Spring
Clean-Up
· Calling
All Mothers “A Mingle on the Front Porch”
· Lions
Annual BBQ
o Annual
Rummage Sale
· Lectionary
Readings
· A Glimpse
at The Week Ahead
· Looking at
Events in the Church, Around the Town and Beyond
· Birthdays
and Anniversaries
· Web Links
of Interest
PRAYER CONCERNS
· Prayers
of Concern for Dorothy Nugent, Dorothy Scheibner,
Maxine Tanner, Kelly DeWitt (Kim DeWitt's brother), Wally Blodgett, Shelly
Roy, Dick Featheringham, and Erin DeWitt..
Dear God, we thank you for providing so much for us. Help us
to remember those who don’t have as much as we do and to find ways to share
what you have given us with those who have less. Amen.
Prayer taken from the 2010
Mission Yearbook for Prayer and Study.
First Presbyterian Walking Club
An organizational meeting for the First Presbyterian Walking Club
will be on Thursday, May 6th at 6:00 pm. All are
welcome. Please bring ideas, experiences and enthusiasm!!! Contact
Laurie Patton at 779-7142 or dkplap88@yahoo.com
with questions. See you in May!
CMU Study Nights at FPC
All students that are studying for finals are welcome! Study
nights are May 2 & 3 6:00 pm till 10:00 pm. Study areas for groups or
individuals. We have wireless for computer use. Tell a student!
Dar Luncheon
Isabella Chapter, DAR is again hosting a salad luncheon in the
Witherspoon Room on May 8th. This is an annual affair to which
five other area DAR chapters are invited. It is usually a group of about
30 women and this year the speaker is MaryEllen Brandell the author of the book, “The Elizabeth Hursh Story”, about the first settlers in Union
Township. It is sponsored by Lydia Circle.
PW Ecumenical Tea
Sunday April 25, at 3:00 pm.
School of Rock
Friday May 14 at 7:00 pm at First Presbyterian Church. Come
Rock with us! The School of Rock will be having a concert with 6 bands
including Voltage , which has our own Jeff Patton on
guitar and Mary Lu Yardley’s grandson, Jack Fleming, also on guitar.
Enjoy a great evening of classic rock. Free of charge.
Health Fair Kits July 6-9, 2010
Did you know that again this summer our Presbytery will hold
Health Fairs for migrant workers and inner city children in Bay City, Flint,
Imlay City, Reese and Saginaw? Each person is given free eye, dental,
hearing, blood pressure exams plus testing for diabetes. Those with
health needs are referred to local health clinics. Each person is given a
“health kit” of nine personal items and a booklet on hygiene and health
issues. Health kits are made by congregations of Lake Huron
Presbytery. In addition to serving about 450 migrants and children, about
200 kits , each worth about $23 are given to nine women’s and men’s shelters
and occasionally to victims of floods, storms or fires. Make up a kit and
bring to church by May 2nd.
HOW TO ASSEMBLE A HEALTH FAIR KIT
Place in a Ziploc gallon bag, the following all new items
1 Washcloth
1 Comb
1 Dental Floss
1 Underarm Deodorant (2 ½)
1 Toothbrush (in wrapper)
1 Bar Soap (in wrapper)
1 Hand Towel
1 Shampoo (11-15 oz)
1 Toothpaste (4-61/2 oz)
Do not include anything else in the kit. Do not
include any sample size items in kit.
Please bring your healthcare kits to church by June 4th.
Need More Food Bags
We are out of food bags and need more for those of you who help in
this ministry. These food bags are for members of our church who are in
need of groceries. If you have a need for groceries or
know of anyone who does, please feel free to pick up a bag when you need too.
The bags and instructions as to how to put together a food bag for a family are
in the hallway outside the church office. Thank you for giving to this
ministry.
Thank you from the Goodrow Fund
Thank you to the Deacons of First Presbyterian Congregation for
your generous support of the John H. Goodrow
Fund. Your recent contribution of $900 will be used toward meeting the
basic needs of people in Isabella County. Your continued support is very
much appreciated. God Bless you .
Patricia Hathaway, Director
Deacons Strawberry Shortcake Fundraiser May 16 right after service
Yum. Strawberry
shortcake, or if you prefer, ice cream with different toppings.
How good is that! It's the Deacons annual fund raiser. Help the Deacons
raise money and eat a delicious dessert at the same time. If you eat it
standing up while facing south, I understand there are
no calories! Do you believe that? The money goes to local missions
and maybe a church project. See you in the Witherspoon room right after
the service on May 16th.
To All Who Have High School Graduates
There will be a recognition of High
School Graduates on Sunday May 16. To all who have a graduate please
bring photos to the church office. Please supply a childhood photo and a graduate photo. We need the hard copy but
you may also email them to churchoffice@fpcmp.org.
in addition for overhead projection. Thanks.
Thank You from Dorothy Nugent
I’m getting along pretty good. I have to go for tests next
week and then I 2 Dr. Appointments mid April and I hope I can get a clean bill
of health. If so I hope to be home the first week of May. I’m
really anxious to get home. Happy Easter to all.
Also I want to thank the Deacons for their card. I really enjoy hearing
from the church.
Love, Dorothy Nugent
Blessing of the Animals
First Presbyterian Church, 1250 Watson Rd. Mt. Pleasant, MI
48858. Wednesday May 5, 2010 6:00 pm in the church courtyard. A picnic
will follow. Bring your pet (dog, cat, fish, bird, mice, snake, iguana) on a leash or in a cage.
HATS Off to the Arts 4th Annual GALA is
Friday, May 14, 6:30-10 pm at the Music Building on the campus of Central
Michigan University. The $75 per person ticket price includes a tax
deductible portion that directly helps animals
who come through the programs and services of the Humane Animal Treatment
Society and the Isabella County Animal Control.
This cultural event is a leisurely opportunity to take in a high
quality art exhibition; purchasing art is not required however half of all
proceeds from sales also benefits the animals in
Isabella County. Instrumental music accompanies you while you preview
art, enjoy the open bar and help yourself to complimentary hor
d’oeuvres and delectable desserts. Visit hatsofftothearts.com and
become a fan on Facebook! Call a Humane Animal Treatment Society
volunteer at 989-773-7276 for your ticket reservation.
Or
A Benefit GALA for animals who need the programs and services of
the Humane Society in Isabella County; Friday, May 14, 6:30-10:00pm in the
Music Building at Central Michigan University. Ticket Price$75.
Visit hatsofftothearts.com and become a fan on Facebook! Call 989
773-7276 for your ticket reservation to a leisurely evening of viewing quality
art and enjoying exceptional refreshments
Cooking Class
For those interested in joining a cooking class, our first meeting
will be on Wednesday, April 21 at 2pm, in the
kitchen of the fellowship hall. Please bring ideas, recipes and
enthusiasm!! For more information, please contact Laurie Patton at
779-7142 or at dkplap88@yahoo.com.
Pictures for Retirement Party
If anyone has pictures of Steve during his ministry at FPC, please
bring them to the church office so they can be included in a CD. Pictures
will be returned. Deadline is May 1st.
New Book Club
|
A
new book club will be meeting on the 4th Tuesday of every month, with the
first meeting on April 27. Please contact Marydeana Duckworth at
463-0750 or md.duckworth2@verizon.net for
more information. |
Members Needed!
Members needed for various committee’s to
plan Rev. Stephen Shugert’s retirement party.
Please contact Laurie Patton @ 779-7142, Pam Baker @ 854-0226 or Carolyn Monahan 772-1852 for more info.
PW Silent Auction
The Presbyterian Women are holding a silent auction on April 18
and 25. Sale items will be on display in the Witherspoon Room on April 18
with the final bids received on April 25. Everyone, we need your
help. Please bring your donations to the church office—baked goods,
canned goods, crafts, white elephants, etc. – the week of April 12.
Spring Clean-Up at the church is Saturday April 24, 9:00 am till
12:00 noon.
Lunch will be a lunch served at noon.
Calling All Mothers!
A “Mingle on the Front Porch” has been planned for Sunday, May
9. Please plan to join us for refreshments and a small token as we honor
our mothers. (Planned by the Presbyterian Women
Coordinating Team.
Lions BBQ
The Mt Pleasant Lions Club is having their 56th annual
Chicken Barbeque, Sunday May 2nd, from 11:00 am to 2:30 pm in Island Park here
in Mt Pleasant. Tickets are $8.00 in advance or $10.00 at the Park.
The Fellowship Committee invites you to join them at Island Park
on Sunday, May 2 for a picnic. Pick up your Lion's Barbecue Chicken and
join church members in the "gazebo" located as you exit the
park.
Annual Rummage Sale June 12!
Please check your closets, cupboards, basements, under the
bed. Donations will be accepted the week of June 1 to June 8. Call
Linda at 773-5913 with questions.
LECTIONARY READINGS for Sunday April 25,
2010
Psalm 23
Revelation 7: 9-17
John 10: 22-30
A GLIMPSE AT THEWEEK AHEAD (Thursday
- Thursday)
All events are at First Presbyterian Church unless otherwise noted
Thursday April 22
9:30 am FPC Playgroup
6:30 pm Handbell
Choir Rehearsal
7:30 pm Chancel Choir Rehearsal
Saturday April 24
9:00 am Spring Clean –up at
the Church w/lunch served at noon
Sunday April 25
9:30 am Sunday School for all ages
10:30 am Worship
“A Vision of Heaven” by Rev. Stephan Shugert
11:30 am Fellowship Hour & Silent Auction
3:00 pm Ecumenical Tea
4:00 pm Youth Group
Monday April 26
10:00 am Staff Meeting
Tuesday April 27
7:00 pm Rachel Circle
Wednesday April 28
5:30 pm Bible study with C.S. Lewis
book “Screwtape Letters”
8:00 pm AA
Thursday April 29
9:30 am FPC Playgroup
6:30 pm Bell Choir Rehearsal
7:30 pm Chancel Choir
Rehearsal
LOOKING AHEAD AT EVENTS IN THE CHURCH, AROUND THE TOWN AND BEYOND
Vacation Bible School 2010
Mark your calendars! VBS will be July 12-15. Get ready
for a High Seas Expedition where we explore the mighty love of God. More
details coming soon!
Wednesday @ First
Join us for a potluck supper on the first Wednesday of each month
at 6:00 pm, followed by activities for all ages.
*2010 Schedule
May 5 Picnic and Blessing of
Animals
Bring place setting and a dish to pass. Drink provided.
Bingo
Mobile Food Pantry 2010 Schedule
April 24 - Sacred Heart Parish
May 8 - Immanual Lutheran Church
May 22 - Central Assembly of God
June 12 - Sacred Heart Parish
June 26 - Zion Lutheran Church
July 10 - Location TBD
July 24 - Mt. Pleasant Church of the Nazerene
August 14 - Weidman United Methodist
August 28 - Mt. Pleasant Community Church
September 11 - Commission on Aging
September 25 - First Presbyterian Church
October 9 - Location TBD
October 23 - Central Assembly of God
November 6 - Sacred Heart Parish
November 20 - Mt. Pleasant Community Church
December 4 - Location TBD
December 18 - Location TBD
BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES
Birthdays
April
22 Ken Longton
23 Deb Morris
24 Arthur Periard
24 Anastasia Poindexter
25 Jeffrey Tuma
26 Peter Gorton
29 Brooklyn Blackford
30 Jonathan Nichol
Anniversaries
LINKS
Presbytery of Lake Huron www.presbylh.org
Presbyterian Church USA www.pcusa.org
Presbyterian Disaster Assistance http://pcusa.org/pda/response/usa/hurricanekatrina-index.htm