Newsletter 1 - Moorings Presbyterian Church

March 2015
Your Invitation to Worship
9:00 AM Casual Worship/Webster Chapel
10:00 AM Traditional Worship/Sanctuary
Church School for Children 10:00 AM
Nursery/Childcare 8:45 AM
Doug Learned
Continues the Sermon Series
And I Remembered God...
preaching from the book of Jonah during the middle four weeks of Lent. This is one of the shorter
books of the Bible, and a popular story in Sunday school lessons. It has powerful lessons for adults
as well. Jonah is known as the recalcitrant prophet, different than many others portrayed in the Old
Testament. He sometimes fails in fulfilling his mission for God, and even sulks when he does fulfill
the mission! The great theme of Lent is repentance, and repentance means to turn around. Jonah
is a prime example of someone whom God sent one way, but who chose to go in the opposite way.
His character is complex, as is ours at times. Please join in exploring this fascinating person from the
Bible, and see how his calling from the Lord might relate to your own.
...
March 1
2nd Sunday in Lent
"Throw Me Into the Sea" Jonah 1
March 8
3rd Sunday in Lent
"And My Prayer Came to You" Jonah 2
Daylight Saving Time begins
March 15
4th Sunday in Lent
"So That We Do Not Perish" Jonah 3
March 22
5th Sunday in Lent
"In and Out of the Shade" Jonah 4
March 29
Palm Sunday
"Untying the Colt" Mark 11: 1-11
Welcome to our Newest Members
Mark and Mary Beth Bardo join as Regular Members
by Letter of Transfer from Cornelius, NC. Mark is active
in real estate and enjoys boating. He was drawn to the
friendly and accepting reception he received at MPC.
Larry and Doris Clay join
as Affiliate Members and
spend their summer in
Waynesville, OH where they
attend Cross View Christian
Church.
Larry
became
familiar with MPC through
the Hyacinth Series and the
music program. He enjoys
singing in the choir and has
a special interest in computers. Doris loves the music
program at MPC, especially the Hyacinth Series.
Glenn and Meredith Holtz
join as Regular Members
by Letter of Transfer from
Westminster Presbyterian
in Munster, IN where they
served as Deacons. They love
to travel. Glenn has joined
the Art Guild, Meredith has
joined Elizabeth Circle and
they both enjoy attending various activities here at MPC.
Bill and Anne Keesor join
as Affiliate Members from
First Presbyterian in Ann
Arbor, MI where Bill was a
former Elder and Deacon.
Bill enjoys boating, fishing
and home renovation. Ann
has an interest in art
photography,
vegetable
gardening and home decorating. She is a semi-retired,
self-employed photographer.
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Kipp and Mary Koester join
as Affiliate Members from
North Shore Presbyterian in
Shorewood, WI where Kipp
served as an Elder. Kipp
enjoys reading, hunting,
golfing and spending time
with his grandchildren.
Mary is active with women’s
groups, playing the violin,
golfing and reading.
Margery Mitchell joins as an Affiliate
Member from Granville, OH. She
is a a semi-retired, self-employed
realtor. She is active in the art
program here at MPC and formed
the Art Guild, which already has
over 40 members.
Jeanne Oelerich joins as a Regular
Member by Profession of Faith.
She likes the friendly nature of the
people at MPC. Her hobbies include
art, travel and photography.
Tony and Nancy Pressley join
as Regular Members by Letter
of Transfer. Tony enjoys golf
and biking. Nancy enjoys golf,
tennis, biking and working with
disadvantaged children.
Pat Schrenk joins as an Affiliate
Member from Broadway Baptist
Church in Louisville, KY. She loves
to travel and has joined some of the
MPC art trips. Pat enjoys bridge,
cooking, gardening and mahjong.
Claudia Schmitt joins MPC as a
Regular Member from Indiana.
Claudia is a librarian in Collier
County and enjoys all things
domestic, is internet savvy and
speaks Spanish. She likes books,
reading and book discussions.
Joanne St. John joins as a Regular Member by Letter of
Transfer from Westminster Presbyterian Church in Albany,
NY. Joanne is 87 years old and still rides her bicycle
and drives. She enjoys reading and the activities at The
Glenview.
New Members cont.
Dan and Lindsay Statile join as
Regular Members by Profession
of Faith. Dan enjoys long distance
running,
traveling,
cooking,
photography and Bocce Ball.
Lindsay enjoys the outdoors, the
beach, running and crafts.
Jeff and Cheryl Wallace join as
Regular Members by Letter of
Transfer from Presbyterian Church
of the Master in Mission Viejo, CA.
Jeff is a trained Stephens Minister
and has served as a Deacon in
NJ. Jeff likes to golf, swim and
hike. He also has interest in
woodworking, handyman work and
scouting. Cheryl enjoys walking,
needlework,and cooking.
Her
special interests are hospital volunteering and women’s group
activities.
Your Invitation
to Become a Member of
The Moorings Presbyterian Church
Our Next Membership Inquiry Class is
Sunday, March 15 at 11:30 AM in Moss Hall
North. Lunch is provided.
Contact Jana Geiger in the church office
([email protected] or 213-5233)
to express your interest in attending this
class. You may also indicate your interest on
the Friendship Pad or at the Kiosk on Sunday
mornings.
Lenten Soup for the Soul Series
A Luncheon Series for the Greater Naples Community
"The Activity of the Holy Spirit"
You are invited to join each Wednesday of Lent for a simple meal and reflection offered by
spiritual leaders in our community. We begin at Noon and conclude by 1:00 PM. Your donations
to cover expenses and support the mission of The Theological Center in Naples is appreciated.
February 25 Presenter: Rev. Diane Scribner Clevenger (Unity of Naples)
Location: St Paul’s Episcopal (3901 Davis Blvd, East of Airport)
March 4 Presenter: Dr. Kirt Anderson (Naples Community Church)
Location: Vanderbilt Presbyterian (1225 Piper Blvd-off Immokalee-opposite Sam’s Club)
March 11 Presenter: Dr. Jack Haberer (Vanderbilt Presbyterian)
Location: Mayflower Congregational UCC (2900 County Barn - off Davis Blvd.)
March 18 Presenter: Deacon Mark Leonard (San Marco Catholic)
Location: St. John the Evangelist Catholic (625 111th Ave N-West of 41)
March 25 Presenter: Chaplain Michael Harper (Naples Community Hospital)
Location: Trinity-By-The-Cove (553 Galleon Dr-off Gordon Dr.)
April 1 Presenter: Nicole Partin, Certified Celebrant (Hodges-Josberger Funeral Home)
Location: Hodges University (2655 Northbrooke Dr-off Vanderbilt Beach Road)
John White Community Room
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A Message of Thanks
February 22, 2015
Dear friends,
We write from our new chapter of life - retirement. For us, these past weeks have been
filled with gratitude for Sunday, February 1 - a day forever etched in our minds. We
remember how many of you joined in worship and singing the hymns, ringing handbells,
and hearing the choir's excellence yet again. How special it was to be surrounded by
these musicians, the children on the steps and so many of you as Pastor Doug offered a
meaningful Commissioning Prayer! In communion, we were reminded of God's eternal
feast that certainly set the tone for the love shared soon thereafter. We relished the
thoughtfulness displayed in Moss Hall - hymns recycled into hanging starbursts, festive
table decor, lavish food for all, just the right amount of roasting via the choir's humorous
song, loving spoken tributes, your wonderful cards and messages that fill our treasured
scrapbook, and such a generous love gift. Speaking of gifts...
What a gift! Getting to know so many of you, in a genuine way, is a wonderful take-away
from our long tenure at MPC. We have seen children turn into adults, youth become moms
and dads, and Sunday School kids assume church leadership and pastoral roles. Together,
we have shared ways a church family of singles, couples, and families learn to live the circle
of life in community.
What a gift! Sharing the worship experience with fellow disciples of Jesus Christ has given
us countless moments sharing the faith journey from the waters of baptism through the
passage from earthly life. You have prayed with us, praised with us, and meditated with us
in search of God's kingdom on earth and in eternity.
What a gift! Your tributes, given in love gifts, are a humbling token that spills over with
generosity. We will think of these time and again as we celebrate retirement. And, as a
congregation, you have given us three decades of "home" - in our ministry. You provided us
with "a calling" for which we are ever grateful.
What a gift! You continue to welcome us both around town and around Moorings. May
these ways of upholding one another flourish as we open ourselves to God's will day by
day. We see the family of God alive and growing at Moorings.
While our drive out West approaches, we have been enjoying home and the freedom of a
relaxed schedule. For now, we hold you in our hearts and look forward to showing up one
Sunday morning with freshly-made Danish and homegrown strawberries.
Lovingly,
Dick and Martha Crofts
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Distinguished Speaker Series
Jean Graham Ford
and
Rev. Leighton Ford
Wednesday, March 4 at 6:15 PM
Please RSVP at the Reception Desk, Kiosk, or 261-1487.
Jean Graham Ford, sister of Reverend Billy Graham, has shared in her husband Leighton Ford’s
global ministry by speaking around the world to encourage thousands in their faith walks. She is
a graduate of Wheaton College and has served as Presbyterian elder and Bible study leader.
Leighton Ford, world-known evangelist, author, and mentor, was cited by Time Magazine as one
of the most influential preachers. He ministered side by side with Billy Graham for many years,
chaired the Lausanne Committee for World Evangelism, and today leads Leighton Ford Ministries
You may also want to attend our
Church-wide Dinner in Moss Hall at 5:15 PM
Dinner cost: $7 adults, $4 children with a reservation ($1 more at the door)
Please RSVP by 1 PM Monday, March 2 at 261-1487, the Reception Desk,
the Kiosk at the church, or online: www.mooringschurch.org
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Mission Outreach Committee
Funds Approved for Kitchen
in Jim Smith School in Guatemala
At the Mission Outreach Committee’s February
meeting, the committee approved the allocation of
over $3,200 to fund half the expense of building a
kitchen for the Jim Smith School in Balcones de Palin,
Guatemala. The other half will be funded by Miracles
in Action. Food currently is prepared in and served
from one of the classrooms for over 400 children with
the morning session children receiving breakfast, and
the afternoon children lunch.
The walls of the kitchen are to be built from Eco-Bricks
which are made of plastic bottles filled with recycled
materials – an economic and ecologically friendly means
of construction. The bricks have already been prepared,
under the direction of Paco Valiente, by the children
of the community from materials they collected.
One Great Hour of Sharing
SPECIAL OFFERING
This year 50% of your One Great Hour of Sharing gifts will go
to local hunger relief efforts, and 50% will go to the causes
designated by PCUSA.
Local hunger relief funds will be used to help replenish food
pantries during the summer months when there is both a
seasonal increase in demand (from children out of school and
other factors) and a decrease in supply (with fewer people
residing in Naples).
PCUSA will utilize their funds to provide disaster assistance,
to alleviate hunger, and to help empower economically poor,
oppressed and disadvantaged people.
To contribute to this offering, make your check payable to
Moorings Presbyterian Church, marked OGHS. Envelopes for
the offering will be available on Palm and Easter Sundays.
Your Invitation to Join Us
MPC's Mission Outreach Committee is excited to announce that as part of our
growing relationship with St. Matthew's House, MPC will be hosting the next
graduation event of St. Matthew's House "Justin’s Place" recovery program.
Moorings members are invited to attend this meaningful event, recognizing
thirteen Justin’s Place graduates on Monday, March 16 at 6:00 PM in the
Sanctuary, followed by food and refreshments in Moss Hall prepared by St. Matthew’s House’s (SMH)
Catering. There is no charge for the ceremony event or the meal afterwards.
Justin’s Place is a one-year, Christian faith-based recovery program incorporating the 12 Steps and their Biblical
comparisons. Participation is open to all men and women who want to change their lives. This is an excellent
opportunity for Moorings' members to learn more about St. Matthew’s House, a very important mission
partner of MPC.
Those who would like to attend are asked to RSVP to Jonathan Hargrove: 298-5034, or email: jhargrove@
st.matthewshouse.org, or sign up at the Reception Desk or Kiosk. Those also interested in volunteering to
help with the set up in Moss Hall from 1:00 - 3:00 PM on March 16 are asked to please contact Moorings'
team leader for St. Matthew’s House, Katie Lamb, at [email protected].
March Food Donations
Benefit The Salvation Army
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Their needs include: canned food, canned meats
such as salmon, chicken, tuna, spam, sardines,
Vienna sausages and potted meat, canned beans or
dry packaged beans, peanut butter, jelly, crackers,
oatmeal, evaporated, dry or shelf stable milk, canned
or boxed soup, canned fruits and vegetables, beef
stew, tea, rice. Donations of food and basic household
items such as: toilet paper, shampoo, soap, toothpaste
and toothbrushes can be dropped off in the two
white wicker bins in the Narthex or to the three
large bins behind the Reception Desk in Moss Hall.
New Horizon's Founder, Ellen Nichols
to Speak at MPC
All Moorings members and guests are invited to join Mission
Outreach Committee members in the Parlor on Sunday, March 22,
at 11:15 AM to meet and hear from New Horizons of Southwest
Florida. Ellen Nichols, founder of New Horizons, will discuss the mission,
operations and outcomes of New Horizons, an organization
that empowers at-risk youth (grades K – 12) to reach their
full potential through tutoring, mentoring and faith. New
Horizons is a new mission partner for MPC, and this is a good
opportunity to learn about it. Ellen will also describe interesting
volunteer opportunities, such as after school tutoring.
Fellowship Activities
Cooking Class - New Orleans Style
Monday, March 23 at 6:00 PM in Moss Hall S.
Put on your apron and your beaded necklaces
and join us for this wonderful Mardi Gras style cooking class.
Our menu:
Savory Cheesecake with Tasso Ham, Crawfish and Creole Mustard Sauce Chicken Jambalaya with Andouille Sausage and Shrimp
Steamed Rice
Traditional Bananas Foster
Contact Susan Mainwaring ([email protected]
or 434-9145) to get your name on the list for this fun evening
Cost is $25.
Readers’ Rendezvous
Wednesday, March 11 10:00 AM in Strozier Library
Join us for this wonderful review of the book "Angle of Repose" by Wallace Stenger. DeeDee
Jeffries McNerney discusses this modern classic about a uniquely American family.
We suggest reading the book ahead of time, or you may just come and enjoy the review. See
you on March 11 where you'll meet old and new friends, enjoy coffee and refreshments, and
discuss this wonderful book.
Outreach
Caregiver Support Group
Meeting every third Monday of the Month
9:30 - 10:30 AM
We'll meet Monday, March 16 at 9:30 AM in
the Conference Center. This group is relevant to
direct and indirect caregivers of those dealing with
chronic illness or a progressive neurological disease. Leader: Sandra Lee Buxton, RN, BSN, MA. The Conference Center is located in the Christian
Education wing. From the parking lot, enter the
walkway marked Baker Center. Walk straight
back. Take the stairs to the first door on the
right (above the Preschool Office). An elevator is
located across the courtyard behind the stairs.
From the
Needlepoint Guild
If you have ever worshipped,
meditated or walked into
Webster Chapel, you have
noticed that God’s needlepoint garden is growing. For the
last ten years, many women from the church and friends
have been stitching faithfully trying to fill the room with
flowers and plants from the Bible. Sixty-eight pieces are
finished and we have thirty-four remaining. If you are
not a needlepoint stitcher, you can still participate by
commissioning a piece for approximately $300. You can
dedicate a part of God’s garden to a loved one or friend.
Please call Dee McClay if you are interested: 495-0510.
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Faith & Art Ministries
“Expressions of Faith”
Art Exhibition In Moss Hall Artists Reception
March 21 4 PM – 6 PM
Exhibition Opening Day
March 22 10 AM – 2 PM
March 28 & Palm Sunday, March 29
10 AM – 2 PM
Church-wide Dinners
March 25 & April 1 4 PM – 7 PM
Good Friday, April 3
12 PM – 2 PM & 3 PM – 5 PM
April 4 & Easter Sunday, April 5
10 AM – 2 PM
The non-juried, no-fee Exhibition of
original fine art of paintings, sculptures,
photographs, fabrics and more will be
displayed in the north end of Moss Hall. All art of MPC members and the wider
community will express the artists’
faith as it relates to a Bible verse. MPC
children’s and youth art will also be
presented. Please plan to attend with
your family and friends and witness the
beauty of these creations to God’s glory.
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Moorings Art Guild
The February 3 meeting of
the Moorings Art Guild was
both fun and informative.
Jamie Treadwell, artistin-residence, spoke and
showed us a sampling
of his art. After our
business meeting and lunch, we had a field trip to
watercolorist Barbara Groenteman’s studio and
gallery. Barbara was eager to demonstrate her
talent and shared some of her techniques with us.
Our next meeting will be held at 1:00 PM (note
time change) on Tuesday, March 3 in Classroom
A (second floor of Moss Hall). Please put this
on your calendar. We want your input to further
establish the direction of the group. NOTE: If you
would like to bring a project to work on after the
meeting, we have the room until 4:30. All visual
artists are welcome to attend.
At the March 3 meeting, Jeanne Oelerich will give
a lecture and a Greek and Art History slide show.
This lecture is a precursor for the upcoming Faith
and Art visit to the Baker Museum on Thursday,
March. 5, at 9:45 AM entitled “Gods and Heroes.”
The attendees will have a private tour and buffet
lunch. Following the lecture, we will have our
business meeting.
On Monday, March 30, our group will have a
special treat. We have been invited to an exhibit
and lecture at the Harmon-Meek Gallery located at
599 Ninth St. North (Rt. 41 at 6th Ave. North). Solo
artist Gabriela Gonzalez Dellosso will speak to us
and show us her art. Gabriela paints in oil and also
exhibits at the Butler Institute in Ohio. Her work
is beautiful with extraordinary attention to detail.
Lunch will follow. There will be a sign up sheet
at the Reception Desk for this event, as space is
limited. Our group gets the first opportunity to
reserve space for the event, then other guests
may be invited.
Moorings Music Ministry
Hyacinth Series Presents
Casey Cantwell
Organist
Sunday, March 15 at 4:00 PM
Hear Moorings Presbyterian’s excellent pipe organ in the hands
of Casey Cantwell, Organist and Director of Music at Trinity
Episcopal Church in Tulsa where he plays a Moller organ of 80
ranks. He is the Artistic Director of the Tulsa Boy Singers and a
concert organist who has performed across the states and abroad.
Doors open at 3:15 PM; donations welcome.
Church-wide Dinners
Church-Wide Wednesday Evening Dinners
5:15 - 6:15 PM
Join us in March for dinners featuring delicious food prepared by Michael
and Evie Viggiani. We'll also enjoy dinner music of Moorings very own
musical duo of Jim Dewitt on the piano, and Llew Williams on the bass.
Their smooth, easy listening music is just another reason to join us each
Wednesday for a reasonable and healthy meal and great company with
which to enjoy it.
Food service is from 5:15 to 6:15 PM. $7 for adults and $4 for children
with a reservation (261-1487) by Monday 1:00 PM. $8 and $5, without a reservation.
Our Menus
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March 4
Roast Loin of Pork with Sauerkraut Mashed Potatoes
Buttered Broccoli & Carrots
Applesauce
Spinach Salad/Maple Dijon Dressing
Rolls & Butter
Black Forest Cake
March 11
Hawaiian Pineapple Chicken
Steamed Rice
Stir Fried Vegetables
Salad with Asian Dressing
Hawaiian Rolls & Butter
Coconut Cupcakes
March 18
Beef Tacos & all the fixings
Soft Flour & Hard Corn Shells
Black Beans & Rice
Salad with Southwestern Dressing
Hot Fudge Brownie Sundae
March 25
Lasagna
Tossed Salad/Italian Dressing
Garlic Bread
Italian Cream Cake
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Youth News
Youth Omelet Breakfast
Sunday, March 1
Come and Support our Youth
Come enjoy made-to-order omelets,
fresh fruits and breads
or just come sit, and enjoy a cup of coffee
with your friends.
Donations are accepted with proceeds
going towards Youth Mission and Fellowship trips.
Lenten Prayer Station
The middle and high school youth invite you to
participate in the Lenten Prayer Station in the
Narthex.
The project was started with the youth and
the children of the church, talking about the
importance of prayer and reflection during
Lent. They spent time writing their prayers on
the sheets of origami paper and then quietly
folding them to make a heart.
The prayers will be hung creating a visual
reminder of God’s love for us.
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Children's Page
With Lent underway, the
children of MPC are already
preparing their hearts for
Easter. On Ash Wednesday,
our children’s choirs marked
the beginning of the Lenten
Season by singing “The
Good Samaritan” at the
Ash Wednesday service.
Under the direction of Cindy
Learned, Joan Haff and Ed Byrom, they helped set the tone for an evening of repentance and reflection.
The 4th and 5th graders will spend a few weeks during Lent working
with Barbara Graefe of the Faith and Art Committee to create
aquatic works of art as the whole congregation focuses on Jonah.
Their finished projects will highlight Bible verses that include
water themes and will be displayed starting March 22 as part of
the “Expressions of Faith” Art Exhibition. Our 4th and 5th grade
Sunday School Class will also be welcomed to the Lord’s Table
on March 1, as they participate in the Celebrating Communion
Milestone. They have spent time in Sunday School and with their
families learning about this important part of Christian life and
are ready to partake with their minds set on remembrance of Christ’s love.
This month, preschoolers will be learning to love like Jesus by hearing parables about a stingy farmer, a generous
widow, and a Good Samaritan. They will finish the month by hearing about Jesus’ loving act of washing the
disciples’ feet and the events of Palm Sunday.
In our Kindergarten through 3rd grade classes, students will be learning about God’s perfect timing and the
importance of practicing patience. All month long they’ll be encouraged by Psalm 27: 14 to “Wait for the Lord.
Be strong and don’t lose hope. Wait for the Lord.” Each week they’ll be given tools to use when they feel like
they can’t wait for God’s timing. During the first three weeks of March, they’ll learn to “think twice” from Genesis
25: 24-34, to “think about what’s true” from Exodus 32: 1-35, and to not “lose their cool” from Proverbs 14:29.
Hannah will lead the way for them in the fourth week to learn to “talk to God” when they feel impatient (1 Samuel
1: 6 – 2:1). During the last week of March, stories of Jesus’ own disciples will teach them how to cope when “God’s
plan is bigger than ours” (Mark 11: 1-11; 14:43 – 15:47).
March will be busy, but extremely meaningful in the life of our children. We ask that you pray for the youngest
members of our congregation as Jesus draws them nearer to Him.
Preschool News
March will be a month of merriment and mischief for the preschool children,
as the leprechauns will make their evening visit to the classrooms, sprinkling
gold dust and green shamrocks throughout. Catching the leprechaun in the
act is always a goal of the children, but finding the map he leaves behind is
exciting as it leads to the magical pot of gold. St. Patrick’s Day looks to be
memorable, as always.
On March 2nd the preschool will celebrate the birthday of the infamous Dr.
Seuss. All the classes will be reading and listening to Dr. Seuss stories and talking about the famous Cat in the Hat.
To complete the celebration the children will have a snack of green eggs and ham.
Openings are still available for fall 2015. If anyone is interested in registering their child please visit our school
website; www.mooringspreschool.org or contact the preschool office, 213-5250.
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Church Officers
Officer Classes Go Through September.
Session
Clerk of Session, Bill O'Neill
Class of 2014
Class of 2015
Class of 2016
Tamara Cannon
Lance Godley
Ales Hale (Youth Elder)
Marjorie Hemmer
Barbara Rumberger
Larry Tibstra
Michele Boughton
Michael Lofendo
Mary Beth Schultheis
Anne Sellers
Jim Shannon
Steele Stewart
Salomon Cardenas
Burns Dobbins
Jeanne Fehrenbaker
Tom Moser
Charlie Paulk
Mary Poston
Nan Vande Wege
Board of Deacons
Moderator, James R. Kirk
Class of 2014
Class of 2015
Class of 2016
Nancy Lazear
Jay Eichholzer
Shirley Eichholzer
Candace Godley
Nancy Hayes
Andrea Kirk
James R. Kirk
Jessica Lawson
Jenna McCarthy
Jonathan Foss
Peggy Foss
Arlene Harper
Beverly Metcalf
George Metcalf
Harry Osborne
Linda Osborne
Gail Adams
Virginia Blankenbaker
Elizabeth Glattfelder
Charis Nelson
Carrie Shannon
Marcia Williams
Allison Zablo
Bob Haff
Nominating Committee
Lance Godley (Chair), Dee McClay, Kris Doyle, Peggy Foss, Elsie Larson, Michele Boughton,
Russell Williams. Alternates: Glenn Haughie, John Lawson, Susan Liebetrau
Associate Pastor Nominating Committee
Don Hale, Lance Hendrix, Matt McLean (Vice Chair), Mary Beth Schultheis (Chair),
Anne Sellers, Kathy Shannon and Jeanne Tierney
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Church Financials
MOORINGS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
As of January 31, 2015
January 2015
90,106
Plate & Pledge Income
YTD 2015
90,106
Other Income
7,747
7,747
Total Operating Expenses
83,281
83,281
14,572
14,572
Operating Gain/(Loss)
Easter Flowers
The Giving of Easter Flowers...
...to remember loved ones has become a tradition in our church.
Loved ones may also be remembered by contributing to
The Moorings Presbyterian Church Endowment Fund.
FOR GIVING TO THE ENDOWMENT FUND
Enclosed is a check for $_________ the Endowment Fund of The Moorings Presbyterian Church.
Given in Honor or Memory of:___________________________________________________________
From:__________________________________________________________ Phone:_______________
Kindly send your gift, payable to The Moorings Presbyterian Church and clearly marked “ENDOWMENT,”
either by mail (to Jen Sullivan's attention) or by using the pew envelopes.
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FOR GIVING EASTER FLOWERS
I would like to order ______ Easter flower(s) at $12.50 each for a total of $________.
Kindly send your gift, payable to The Moorings Presbyterian Church and clearly marked “EASTER FLOWER”
either by mail (to Jen Sullivan's attention) or by using the pew envelopes.
These flowers are given in Honor or Memory of:_____________________________________________
From:________________________________________________________Phone__________________
All flower orders and information must be in the church office no later than Friday, March 27
to be printed in the Easter bulletin.
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Presbyterian Women’s News
If you’ve not yet been to a Gathering, you have two more opportunities for a worthwhile
luncheon outing. We have a great team of coordinators that plan a season’s worth of
program speakers that both educate and entertain.
At the March Gathering, Tuesday the 10th, we’ll hear from Susan Batagglia of Norman Love
Chocolates. She will talk to us about Healthy Chocolate! (Is there any other kind?!) Nancy
Hayes and Karen Miller have put together six stand-out programs this year, concluding in
April when John McKerrow, Founder/President of Shakespeare in Paradise brings a little
Shakespeare to us with a preview of The Merry Wives of Windsor.
Barbara Knepshield leads the mission front keeping us aware, informed and involved with
organizations in our community covering a wide range of needs. In February we dedicated the entire program to
human trafficking in Southwest Florida – a sobering and eye-opening topic. On the agenda for March is Friends of
Foster Care.
We extend our hospitality to everyone and look forward to sharing a time for fellowship, learning and a good meal.
(Often the best lunch I have in a month!) Please sign up at the Reception Desk or call 261-1487 so that we have an
accurate count for meal planning - we don’t want anyone going hungry. Look forward to see you.
Molly Baker
Dates to Remember:
Wednesday, March 4
9:00 AM Reconciling Paul lesson #6 (Parlor)
Tuesday, March 10
10:00 AM P.W. Coordinating Team (Classroom B)
11:30 AM Gathering (Moss Hall)
Susan Batagllia from Norman Love Chocolates
Friends of Foster Children – Mission in Action
Wednesday, March 11
10:00 AM Readers’ Rendezvous (Strozier Library)
Angle of Repose by Wallace Stegner
DeeDee Jeffries McNerney – Reviewer
PW Circle Meetings
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Elizabeth
March 19
9:15 AM
Classroom 202
Esther
March 19
1:00 PM
Home of Mary Nelson White (621 Jacana Circle)
Lydia
March 19
6:00 PM
Church Board Room
Martha/Rachel
March 17
10:00 AM
Church Parlor
Naomi
March 24
10:00 AM
Church Parlor
Rebecca
March 17
10:00 AM
Home of Dorothy Ander (2150 Gulf Shore Blvd. N #305)
Look Who Is Celebrating a Birthday in March!
Martha Crofts
3/1
Kathleen Stott
3/1
Doug Clough
3/2
Pat DeLorenzo
3/2
David Donaldson
3/2
Jay George
3/2
Virginia Hann
3/2
Janet Munroe
3/2
Sean Wilson
3/2
Max Winia
3/2
Peggy Englert
3/3
Austin Nicol
3/3
Augie Boyd
3/4
Max Daniels
3/4
Carol Robinett
3/6
Larry Imeson
3/6
Amy Kalmans
3/6
Gail Laub
3/6
Megan Bolen
3/7
Chad Crowley
3/7
Isabel Denny
3/7
Doris Clay
3/8
JoAnn St. John
3/8
Carolyn Ferguson-Yorde 3/8
Treanna Graff
3/8
Jim Knepshield
3/8
Nancy Lascheid
3/8
Mitchell Reidy
3/8
Jamie Rumberger
3/8
Gary Tate
3/8
Elsie Emerick
3/9
Diane Garland
3/9
Kathleen Hawryluk
3/9
Robert Hubbard
3/9
Harry Osborne
3/9
Ray Rush
3/9
Nan Vande Wege
3/9
Joanne Wolfe
3/9
Kristopher Boughton
3/10
Nico Masone
3/10
Sally Wiley
3/10
Lexi Bancroft
3/11
Amy Evans
Kaitlin Jones
Jean Leiber
David Tierney
Jodi Sutherland
Keegan Heald
Riley Heald
Phillip Arpin
Jill Keith
Stewart Macfarlane
Jack Roseman
Brittany Zablo
Alison Nygaard
Andrew Sasak
Susan Bolen
Carolyn Chormann
Samuel Clark
Lorraine Jones
Robert Sawyer
Nancy Theado
Walker Thies
Jennifer Clark
Sarah Denny
EJ Santana
Marcia Williams
Janet Alonzo
Nancy Kelly
Robert Kinkley
Mark Bardo
Todd Gates
Kenzie Giblin
Glenn Haughie
Ethel Kurtz
Jackson Nygaard
Sarah Rowland
Samuel Benedict
Elle Boyd
Katie Crocker
Eleanor Lorig
Kris Monette
Nancy Morris
Mary Poston
3/11
3/11
3/11
3/11
3/12
3/13
3/13
3/14
3/14
3/14
3/14
3/14
3/15
3/15
3/16
3/16
3/16
3/16
3/16
3/16
3/16
3/17
3/18
3/18
3/18
3/19
3/19
3/19
3/20
3/20
3/20
3/20
3/20
3/20
3/20
3/21
3/21
3/21
3/21
3/21
3/21
3/21
Garrett Price
Hunter Strohmeyer
Denise Greer
Helen Poppert
Brooks Beynon
Margaret Ross
Michele Boughton
Ann Johnston
Amanda Kantorcik
Linda Kirch
Reeves Godley
Rheanna Davis
Murall Hancock
Jean Hopler
David Kettelle
Dwight Cornell
Bob Fenzan
Lance Hendrix
Shirley Callison
Terry Kirch
Lorna Caine
Teri Ringham
Chris Baker
Samantha Bradley
Susanne Landis
Brett Rankin
Bunny Sewell
Virginia Blankenbaker
Kristi Foster
Anthony Ginocchio
Rodney Swingley Jr.
Carol Overley
Joanne Halstead
3/21
3/21
3/22
3/22
3/23
3/23
3/24
3/24
3/24
3/24
3/24
3/25
3/25
3/25
3/25
3/26
3/26
3/26
3/27
3/27
3/27
3/27
3/28
3/28
3/28
3/28
3/28
3/29
3/29
3/29
3/29
3/30
3/31
Happy Anniversary
Bill & Billie Stevens
Richard & Phyllis Mason
Doug & Karen Clough
Jack & Barbara Graefe
Kent & Christine Taubensee
Peter & Sybil McGennis
Bill & Anne Keesor
John & Erica Vanover
3/03
3/04
3/04
3/05
3/06
3/07
3/07
3/08
Art & Dee Forsman
George & Pat Hermanson
Matthew & Kathryn Betz
Neal & Kathy Lewis
Edward & Barbara Rumberger
Lawrence & Jeanne Fehrenbaker
Anthony & Diana Amato
Howard & JoAnn Gust
3/14
3/18
3/20
3/21
3/27
3/28
3/28
3/29
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The Moorings Presbyterian Church
791 Harbour Drive
Naples, FL 34103
NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION
U.S. POSTAGE PAID
NAPLES, FL
PERMIT NO. 88
In Memoriam
James Maiden
Jean Wieting
Warren Cecil
Ruth McNeal
Audrey Kroning
Maxine Pankonin
Bernice Lawson
Dr. Douglas A. Learned
Dr. Frank T. Mohr, Jr.
Dr. Herbert B. Anderson
Rev. Nancy P. Stewart
Dr. Edward Byrom
Alicia Rowland
Jen Sullivan
Jennifer Clark
Cindy Lauri
Jana Geiger
Susan Mainwaring
Nanette Rathbun
Steve Tynski
Lea Leonard
January 17, 2015
January 18, 2015
January 28, 2015
January 29, 2015
February 2, 2015
February 11, 2015
February 18, 2015
Pastor/Head of Staff
Parish Associate Parish Associate Parish Associate Interim Director of Music
Director of Youth Ministries
Assistant to the Pastor
Director of Children and Family Ministries
Manager of Publications
Manager of Stewardship/Membership Fellowship Coordinator
Preschool Director
Maintenance Technician
Wings of Change Counseling
213-5223
213-5226
213-5240
213-5226
213-5246
213-5208
213-5225
213-5222
213-5201
213-5233
434-9145
213-5250
213-5219
287-0810
791 Harbour Drive, Naples, Florida 34103
(239) 261-1487 | FAX (239) 261-8740 | Pastor’s Emergency Line (239) 213-1582
www.mooringschurch.org