Heard on High - First Presbyterian Church

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PERMIT NO. 142
Volume 18
Issue 6
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
801 SOUTH HIGH STREET
COLUMBIA, TN 38401
Heard on High
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Rev. Joe Evans, Senior Pastor
Rev. Jennie Barber, Associate Pastor
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
801 SOUTH HIGH STREET
COLUMBIA, TN 38401
Changes for the Summer
With the change in weather also comes a change in the schedule here at your
church. Beginning on June 8th there will be one worship service at 10:00 AM
and Sunday School will begin at 9:00 AM. Our worship service will be broadcast on WKRM at 10:00 AM as well. This schedule will continue until Sunday,
August 10th. On August 17th we will return to our normal Sunday morning
schedule with an early service at 8:15 AM, Sunday School at 9:00 AM, Fellowship Time at 10:00 AM, and a late service at 10:30 AM. Summer Sunday
school begins June 8th and continues through August 10th. Below is a brief description of classes for this summer. We hope you will join us!
Adults: All adults will gather in the Fellowship Hall this summer for a study of
Romans taught by Rev. Joe Evans. We will be using N. T. Wright’s for Everyone Bible Study Guide. With a scholar's mind and a pastor's heart, Tom Wright
will walk us through Romans in this guide designed especially with everyday
readers in mind. It is designed to help us understand Scripture in fresh ways under the guidance of one of the world's leading New Testament scholars.
Thoughtful questions, prayer suggestions, and useful background and cultural
information all guide us more deeply into God's Word.
Middle and High School: All youth will gather in the Youth Room. This summer the youth will embark on a ten week study of different topics using movie
clips that will be compared to Scripture. Topics for the summer are Accountability, Anger, Attitude, Boundaries, Character, Choices, Compassion, Decision
Making, Forgiveness, and Our Actions. These topics will use movie clips from
movies such as Shrek, Bruce Almighty, The Avengers, The Blind Side and Spiderman II.
Preschool through 5th Grade: All children will gather in the Art Room where
Susie Baxter, our Director of Christian Education, will teach. This summer we
will be using a multi-age curriculum called “All-In-One Sunday School.” We
will study the following topics: God gives us his armor to protect us, God's
Word makes us strong, It's good to give thanks, It's important to listen to God,
God is more powerful than anything or anybody, God helps us stand up for
what's right, God wants us to obey him, God wants us to tell the truth, We can
trust God when life is unfair, and When temptation comes, run away.
Youth Mission Trip
June 29 - July 3
Pine Ridge, South Dakota
We are again partnering with Youthworks to spend a fantastic
week serving others as we lead community and kids’ programs
and complete construction projects. We look forward to seeing
God work in and through us as we build relationships and grow
in our faith.
Joe
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Memorials
News from the Session
The Session met for its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday,
May 26. The following action was approved:
 $1,200 in memorials given in the name of Jim Casselberry will
be contributed to Hillsboro Presbyterian Church to fund two
scholarships for their Guatemalan education program.
 Special offerings will be collected in June for People Helping
People upon request from the Diaconate with a goal to raise
$3,000.
 One worship service will be held from June 8 through August
10 at 10:00 am with Sunday School at 9:00 am.
 A congregational meeting to elect church officers who will
roll onto the Session and Diaconate in August will be held on
Sunday, June 8 following the worship service.
 Up to $25,000 in undesignated memorial funds will be made
available to assist with the renovation project for the Boys and
Girls Club.
 A wedding for Berrie Pate and Eric Coble will be held on August 9. Although non-church members are usually not allowed to
have weddings at First Presbyterian, the couple’s church sanctuary is being renovated and unable to host weddings, presenting
extraordinary circumstances.
In memory of Marsie Alderson (Lynne Hendricksons’
mother) by: Mr. & Mrs. Ray Messick, Mr. Frank Bellamy,
Mr. & Mrs. Fred Kuestersteffen.
In memory of Elizabeth Gilbert by: Mr. & Mrs. Ray
Messick, Mr. John Holtzapple.
In memory of Mary Louise Flautt (Argie Satterwhites’
mother)by: Mr. Bob Sweeney, Mrs. Virginia Meece, Mr. &
Mrs. Jim Jones, Mr. & Mrs. Al Harlan, Mr. & Mrs. Jack
Baxter, Mrs. Linda Horner, Mr. Charles Downs, Mrs. Martha Matthews.
In memory of Peggy Fleming by: Mr. & Mrs. Jim Jones,
Mr. & Mrs. John Cotham, Mr. Charles Downs.
In memory of Ned Bridges (Mark Bridges’ father) by:
Mrs. Linda Horner.
In memory of Jim Casselberry by: Mr. & Mrs. Jim Jones.
In memory of Jean Locke by: Mr. & Mrs. Jim Jones.
In memory of Cynthia Demooy (Becky Livelys’mother) by:
Mr. & Mrs. Ray Messick.
Elders Gloria Dale and Sue Halsted attended a Presbytery
meeting at Korean Presbyterian Church in Nashville on May 17.
Elders will continue to stand at the exits of the sanctuary following worship each Sunday. Please feel free to visit with us about
your comments, suggestions, needs or questions.
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In celebration of the Baptism of Ann Russell King a donation has been given by Mr. & Mrs. Chaz Molder.
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People Helping People
USHERS FOR JUNE
8:15 Captain –Ed Harlan
10:30 Captain - John Satterwhite, Jr.
People Helping People Together has made home
improvements to 49 homes in Columbia since
2009, and has asked the congregation of First
Presbyterian Church to take part in the 50th. Last
year, nine homes were improved with an average
cost of $3526, and the Diaconate is challenging
our church to raise $3,000 during the month of
June. These home improvements have radically
improved the exterior of many homes on the
eastside of Columbia, has given their residents
(who are all over the age of 65 and cannot make
or contract such improvements on their own) a
sense of tremendous pride, and has even been a
contributing factor in reducing crime in the area.
First Presbyterian Church has participated for the
past two years, along with 800 volunteers over
the last three years, in People Helping People
Day. During this annual event the exteriors and
yards of 80 homes have been improved, cleaned
up, etc. for those in need in Columbia, but the
radical improvement that we could make with
your contribution will make an even greater impact. Please send in a donation to the church
office today!
June 1 - NaCoMe Sunday
June 8 - Dan Garman, Dick Green, Bill Handy, Andy
Moore.
June 15– John Chiles, Joe Graham, Jr., Brooks Jones,
Michael Williams.
June 22 - Greg Hanners, Ron Neal, Gary Richcreek, Jeff
Smith.
June 29 –John Hill, Hal & Millie Landers, Rhodes Scott.
Dear Church Family
Thank you for your cards, prayers, and encouraging
words. Your overwhelming support has helped us cope
with the difficult loss of two parents.
Sincerely,
Jeff and Karen Smith
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News from the Deacons
Vacation Bible
School
June 16-20
9:00-12:00
Volunteers are needed to assist in a food drive — operating now
through June 14 — to benefit Harvest Share Food Pantry of
Maury County.
Volunteers are the core of VBS! We need your help leading a variety of
Bible time activities. Please look at the areas below and prayerfully consider where you would like to serve.
Tribe Leaders: Tribe is just another word for “family.” Tribe leaders
don’t have to set up or teach anything; just come each day, help tribe
members follow the instructions at the centers and during closing tribe
time, guide discussions, using the tips in the Tribe Leader Pocket Guide,
and generally join the fun. You will lead a group of up to ten children of
varying ages. Be prepared to dress in costume and play the role of an Israelite. The Tribe names are chosen from one of the biblical Israelite tribes,
from the list in Genesis 49 of the names of Jacob’s sons.
Israelite Camp Tent Hosts: Be ready to guide tribes in making easy, handson craft projects. Check out the interesting historical facts in the Israelite
Camp Tent Host Manual. Have a great time as you visit with kids and
adults while they work.
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The food drive, sponsored by Express Employment Professionals, ends on “Brand It Blue Day” when volunteers working with
the private staffing company throughout North America will dedicate the day to volunteerism in the fight against hunger.
“‘Brand It Blue Day’ is a day each Express franchise can come
together for one great cause to help the community,” said Elwin
Roe, Mt. Pleasant Express franchisee. “Brand It Blue Day is a
chance for Express offices to honor the communities that have
supported us through the years by giving back.”
Donations of non-perishable food can be dropped of at the Express office located at 1259 North main Street in Mt. Pleasant
through June 14.
“Because Brand It Blue Day takes place on Father’s Day weekend, we feel it’s a great opportunity for families to enjoy the importance of volunteering together,” Roe said. “It’s going to be a
great time to bring families together and show what it looks like
to help others.”
Volunteers may sign up at ExpressPros.com/BrandItBlue. Volunteers will receive Express blue T-shirts to wear on Brand It Blue
Day. In 2013, 192 Express offices and 1,500 volunteers donated
more than 110,000 pounds of food to local food banks.
- See more at: http://m.columbiadailyherald.com/news/localnews/food-drive-needs-helpers-donations#sthash.FnqQp94b.dpuf
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Fun & Games Leader: Check out all the helpful information and instructions in the Fun & Games Leader Manual. Lead Tribes in high-fun, lowtech games at four sessions of Fun & Games each day.
News from the Deacons
One of the local charitable agencies to which a quarterly contribution is made from our church’s benevolence funds administered by
the Diaconate is Maury Chaplain Ministries. This ministry has
been in operation at the Maury County Jail for almost 14 years.
Maury Chaplain Ministries provides a full time pastoral presence
to the approximately 6000 inmates processed at Maury County
Jail, their families, as well as the Sheriff’s Department staff. They
operate with one full time and two part time chaplains. They are
100% funded by contributions and two annual fundraising events.
Youth: You are a vital part of Vacation Bible School! Please register online or contact Susie Baxter if you are available to assist during the week.
Rising 6th-12th grade are eligible to assist in many areas.
Recently a group a women from our church (Mary Khim, Marcy
Lay, Linda Horner) began working with Maury Chaplain Ministries to help prepare female inmates to complete their HISET exam
(alternate version of a GED exam). These ladies have some modest needs for supplies (study materials, books, folders, etc.) for this
mission. If you would like to help with these needs or would like
some more information related to their mission, please contact one
of them.
Nursery: A nursery will be provided for volunteers children under the
age of three.
Maury County Senior Center is happy to provide many programs for the seniors and baby boomers in Maury County to dispel
loneliness and depression as well as provide avenues for seniors to
share their expertise, experiences and the concerns for others less
fortunate. Among the many items needed to support this benevolence is a new sewing machine, playing cards, all occasion cards
for seniors, 4x6 photo paper and padded folding chairs. Your support and contributions are needed to help many of the programs
offered survive. Please call Executive Director Brenda Grimsley at
380-3950.
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Retired Adults: Never think you’re too old to enjoy VBS! Cindy Baxter
will be in charge of our Food Tent again this year, she will need assistants
to help her set up and serve the children each day. The Food Tent is a
popular spot at the Israelite Camp and is a good way to see and get to
know the younger children in the church. If you’re available for one day,
two days, or all days, we would love to have your help!
Can’t help during VBS? There are many items that we need to have donated for the week of VBS. Look at the list below and see if there is anything that you would like to donate.
Large Sponges (the type you wash cars with) 4
Spray Bottles-9
Wet Wipes-2 packages
Mouse Traps-9
Rat Traps-2
For the Food Tent
Dried fruit, almonds, olive oil, honey
Red and Green seedless grapes, cheeses,
fresh bread, and hummus
Set Decoration: On Saturday June 7 and Saturday June 14 we will be
preparing the set for VBS. If you would like to help we will meet in the
Fellowship Hall from 9:00-12:00.
If you have not registered your child, grandchild, or friend please do so
as soon as possible. It helps the planning team to know how many
children to expect and to set up Tribes.
If you have any questions please contact Susie Baxter at 388-1985 or
[email protected].
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Choir Concert: Monday, June 2, the Celebration
Singers Youth Choir of Broadmoor United Methodist
Church in Shreveport, LA will be in Columbia and will
perform a choir concert here in our sanctuary at noon. This
group of young people is directed by T. Wes Moore, a former
music intern here at First Presbyterian Church.
Monday’s concert incorporates the theme of “Love”, which gathers us, seeks us, and saves us. Music will include Stan Pethel’s
Gather the People, Alan Pote’s Psalm 139, Tom Fettke’s Beautiful Savior, and Tom Witt’s arrangement of How Great Thou Art.
The noon concert will be dedicated to the glory of God and in
loving memory of three people who helped shape T. Wes
Moore’s life: Jim Casselberry (close family friend), Daryl Jack
(Spring Hill High School band director), and Lanena Moore
(mother).
All are invited to attend this midday musical feast and support
these young people in their ministry of song.
The Bridge Club will meet at 1:00 P.M. on June
23rd at the church.
The Men’s Bible Study will meet at 6:00 A.M.
at MRMC on June 10th & 24th.
SENIOR ADULT MINISTRY
Our senior adult ministry will host a picnic on Monday evening, June 16, at 6:00 pm at the Bridle & Saddle
Shelter at Maury County Park (weather permitting). Drinks,
paper products, utensils, watermelon and music will be provided. Please bring a dish to share and maybe a comfortable
lawn chair if you wish. If anyone would like a ride to and
from the park, just let us know by calling the church office.
Summer Choir
Our Chancel Choir is on the hunt for some reinforcements
during our upcoming summer months! If you love to sing,
especially with a group, and are between the ages of 7 and
107, you are invited to join us to sing for worship services
this summer. Our only requirement is that you are able to
commit to our Wednesday evening rehearsal time at 7:00,
but during the months of June, July and August, we will
only hold practices every other week, so as to lighten everyone’s load a little! Our rehearsals are opportunities for
musical growth, fellowship….. even sometimes treats!
Our first “summer” rehearsal will be June 4. Come join us!
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June 29th will be a 5th Sunday for us to take
up money to feed the hungry in Maury County.
Softball Games in June
June 5 - 7:00 & 8:00 pm
June 12 - 6:00 & 7:00 pm
June 19 - 6:00 & 7:00 pm
June 26 - 8:00 & 9:00 pm
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