09.2011 NEWSLETTER - SEPTEMBER FOR WEBSITE

BAKERSTOWN
CONNECTIONS
SEPTEMBER 2011
P.O. Box 127, Route 8 at Heckert Road, Bakerstown PA 15007 • Phone: 724-443-1555 • Fax: 724-443-5223 • Website: www.fpcb.org
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
of BAKERSTOWN
Connecting the people around us
to the God who loves us ...
through Reaching, Growing, and Serving!
Sunday Morning Schedule
8:45 — 9:45 a.m. Contemporary Service
10:00 — 10:50 a.m. Sunday School
11:00 — 12:00 p.m. Traditional Service
The Café is open from 9:45-10:45 a.m.
Senior Pastor - Dan Muttart
Associate Pastor - Karen Anderson
Parish Associate - Terry Stoops
Children’s Ministry - Sandy Floyd
Youth Ministry - Jeremy Collins
Choral Director - Mia Tepper
Organist - Harry Campbell
Business Manager - Mike Herron
Financial Assistant - Linda McDonough
Program Assistant - Leslie Ward
Office Assistant - Linda Smith
Hospitality Coordinator - Dianna Croskey
Housekeeper - Lisa Wood
Custodian - Mike Risk
Deadline for October Newsletter: Sept. 10
A Glimpse at the Calendar
Sept. 10, Stephen Ministry Retreat
Sept. 10, B-Connectors Kick-off Dinner
Sept. 11, Worship Services will include a
Remembrance of 9/11/2001
Sept. 11, Sunday School Kick-Off
Sept. 13, TOPS Wellness Presentation
Sept. 14, Holy Huddle Prayer Group
Sept. 24, GOAFer Road Rally
Oct. 1, Adopt-A-Highway
Oct. 2, World Communion Sunday
Oct. 7 & 8, Women of Faith Conference
Oct. 8, New Connections
Oct. 9, Fall Fun Fair
Oct. 23, Third Grade Bible Presentation
Oct. 23, Sacred Choral Concert
See bulletins, call the church office,
or visit www.fpcb.org for details.
Dear Friends,
I write this letter to you reflecting on the upcoming 10th anniversary of the
9/11 attacks on our country. Like many churches around the nation,
Bakerstown at that time rallied to the cause of our nation with prayer and – as
is the Bakerstown tradition – action.
In the days following that terrorist act, Rev. David McDonald of our church
initiated contact with the Lafayette Avenue Presbyterian Church in Brooklyn,
New York. This began a partnership which resulted in Bakerstown donating
$9,519 to help with efforts in their demolished community. God richly blessed
that endeavor, and Rev. David Dyson of Lafayette Presbyterian reported back
to us by letter that the funds helped to provide direct aid to victims and their
families, small businesses, and more.
“We are so grateful for the role you have been able to play in the lives of
real people, who went to work on September 11th and had their whole
world turned upside down. Please know on this end that we will not
forget them nor will we let them want for what they need. May God’s
blessings be upon you for reaching across the miles and reminding
people in a very tangible way that love is more powerful than hate, that
the light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not put it out.”
Gratefully, Rev. David W. Dyson, Lafayette Avenue Presbyterian
Church, New York City, New York, December 11, 2001
As we begin a new “church year” with Kick-Off Sunday and the anniversary
of 9/11, it is my prayer that each of us can take a moment to reflect on how
Bakerstown’s actions back then represent very much what God wants us to
continue to be for this community and our world: disciples of Jesus Christ.
This new “preaching year,” your pastors will be exploring the theme, “Dare to
be a Disciple.” As we will explore in various sermons throughout the year,
being a disciple of Jesus means knowing Him, His Word, His admonitions for
us, and responding with our whole selves – with all the knowledge, spiritual
gifts, personalities and experiences that He has given us.
Daring to be a disciple sometimes involves risks – such as the risk you all took
back in those dark days following 9/11 to come alongside a church on the
front lines. But as anyone involved with that effort back then will tell you,
taking that risk helps us to know and experience the power of the Holy Spirit
working through us and the knowledge that God is actually using us to be His
hands and feet, which is, after all, the greatest privilege any of us human
beings can have.
Blessings, Dan
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BAKERSTOWN CONNECTIONS Karen’s Corner/Adult Education & Small Groups
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Karen’s Corner
Adult Education, Sundays 10-10:50 a.m.
The Top Ten Reasons to Join a
Small Group This Fall
October 10th – November 20th
KICKKICK-OFF SUNDAY!
SEPTEMBER 11
10 A.M.
10. Refreshments
9. Enjoy fellowship with the purpose
of growing in faith.
8. Refreshments
7. Receive support and
encouragement from fellow
believers.
Children & Youth - Fellowship Hall
Adults - Café
Free Refreshments!
6. Refreshments
It will be a tremendous start for this year’s Christian
Education for all ages!
5. Develop lasting relationships with
your brothers and sisters in
Christ.
4. Refreshments
3. Grow spiritually through reading,
studying and discussing God’s
word.
Some of the Adult Ed. Classes you’ll see this Fall:
September 18
“Passion, Promise and Praise,” A Study of
the Psalms. Led by Al Wettach, Geneva Room.
•
“Christianity and World Religions.” Led by
Mitch Tepper, Westminster Room.
2. Refreshments
•
September 25 & October 2
SHAPE Classes led by Karen
Anderson and Session Members
1. Learn “God’s Answers to Life’s
Difficult Questions”
New Church-Wide Small Group Study
•
October 10 - November 20, 2011
October 9
Fall Fun Fair! Fellowship Hall. The
café will be closed, but there will be
free refreshments at the Fair.
“God’s Answers to Life’s Difficult Questions”
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October 16 & 23
•
SHAPE Classes continue, led by
Karen Anderson & Session Members
October 30, November 6 & 13
•
Dr. Martha Robbins of Pittsburgh
Theological Seminary is our Guest
Speaker. Fellowship Hall.
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Week One - Oct. 10-16: How Can I Cope With Stress?
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Week Two – Oct. 17-23: How Can I Rebound From Failure?
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Week Three – Oct. 24-30: How Can I Be Confident in a Crisis?
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Week Four – Oct. 31-Nov. 6: How Can I Live Above Average?
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Week Five – Nov. 7-13: How Can I Overcome Loneliness?
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Week Six – Nov. 14-20: How Can I Ever Change?
November 20
•
Book Discussion on “Heaven Is For
Real”
Life’s difficult questions do have answers -answers from the Bible that can change your
outlook – and your life.
November 27, December 4, 11, 18
•
Hallelujah Handel, Part 2
Sign-ups will be held through October 2nd. Everyone in
the church family is encouraged to participate!
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Church Family News
Church Family News
Please contact the office with news to share!
Born:
•
Landon James Brailey, son of Alan & Suzanne Brailey
and grandson of Dave & Carol Brailey, on August 3
Happy Birthday to:
•
E. J. Sahli -- 90 years old on August 28
Happy Anniversary:
•
Don and Betty Balla celebrated their 45th on July 30
Our Prayers Go Out to:
•
Jen Russell in the death of her father Regis D. Timpson
on July 25
•
Carol Robinson in the death of her grandson Tyler H.
Robinson on August 2
•
Deborah Herron in the death of her father James F. Foy
on August 6
•
Hazel Boliver in the death of her brother Norman C.
Creeks, Jr. on August 14
IN MEMORIAM
•
Charles W. Robinson … July 21, 2011
•
Ellen B. Hill … July 23, 2011
•
Ronald E. Park … August 9, 2011
•
Robert B. Wettach … August 17, 2011
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“Dear Members and Friends of FBCB, In Our Mailbox
It's during a time like this that we
learn how much our church friends and family really mean
to us. We so appreciate your sympathy and kindness during
the recent death of our husband and father (Michael
“Mike” Hutchison). We were so honored for the love and
support we received from each of you. Many thanks to
Pastor Dan, Pastor Terry, Praise Band, Circle 4, Funeral
Dinner Committee and especially to Linda Smith for her
utmost hard work for keeping things together -- we thank
you all. Marshall and I will be forever grateful to this
church for your love and prayers.”
God Bless. Many thanks, Sally & Marshall Hutchison
“Pastoral Care Team, I apologize for being so late with a
thank you note, as Clay passed away last August. I
appreciate all your loving care and prayers - your baskets of
love - also visits from Terry Stoops and Karen Evans.
Thanks again and love to all the Pastoral Care Team. Clay
and I had 69 years together - we were blessed.”
God bless, Lois Kuhn
“Deacons, Thank you for the visits, flowers, and kind
thoughts while our father, Harry Phillips, was in the
hospital and at St. John’s.”
Marilyn Rogerson & Jim Phillips
“Thanks to all of the church staff for a wonderful week of
Summer Blast for the kids in the whole community. I am
always so impressed. Kudos again to Sandy Floyd for her
wonderful work.”
If you saw Flodene barreling toward North Park on a recent
Sunday morning, you could probably tell she was excited about the
great time she was about to have with her FPCB church family at
August 21st’s Church in the Park/Picnic. (As Pastor Dan said, “It’s
a good thing she didn’t get pulled over!”) Two hundred and seventy
people attended the event. See lots more pictures on page 9.
A Prayer Initiative
Devote yourselves to prayer (Col. 4:2)
A new prayer opportunity begins in September:
Prayer has always been a foundation and strength of this church,
and we hope to continue and encourage that heritage. On September
14 at 6 p.m., a new prayer group will have its first meeting. All the
church family is invited to participate in the Holy Huddle. How
appropriate that the Holy Huddle begins just 3 days after the 10th
anniversary of the 9/11 tragedy! Prayers for our nation, church,
community, and one another are sure to build up this body of faith
and help us to discern the will of the Lord for our church today,
tomorrow and forever. Initially the Holy Huddle is planned as a
once-a-month event, but it could be expanded. If you have
questions, see Dan Muttart or Karen Anderson.
Holy Huddle
. . . a monthly prayer gathering
at the sanctuary steps . . .
Wednesday, September 14 at 6:00 p.m.
All welcome.
“A prayerful congregation is a Holy Spirit-directed
congregation.” Dan Muttart
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Mia’s Notes/New Connections/Stewardship/Sharing a Smile
See Mia to find out about
Mia’s
participating in our choral
Notes
music opportunities:
•
Chancel Choir - adults and
teens - rehearses Thursdays from 7:30-9:00 p.m.
•
Joyful Noise - grades 6-12 - rehearses Thursdays from 6:00-7:00 p.m.
•
Angels in the Wings - grades 3-5 - rehearses
Thursdays from 4:30-5:15 p.m.
New singers will be warmly welcomed and greatly
appreciated. Let us praise Him together in song!
Sacred Choral Concert
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God is sitting in heaven when a
scientist approaches Him.
“God, we don’t need you anymore. Science has finally figured
out a way to create life out of
nothing -- in other words, we
can now do what you did in the beginning.”
“Oh, is that so? Tell me …” replies God.
“Well,” said the scientist, “we can take dirt and form
it into the likeness of you and breathe life into it, thus
creating man.”
“Well, that’s very interesting. Show me.”
So the scientist bends down to the earth and starts to
mold the soil into the shape of a man.
“No, no, no,” interrupts God, “Get your own dirt.”
Sunday, October 23
7 p.m. in the Sanctuary
Enjoy an evening of sacred music! Join the
Chancel Choir, Joyful Noise, Angels in the
Wings, Soloists, an a cappella ensemble from
the Praise Band, and more, in a glorious
night of music. Bring your family and friends.
You are sure to be blessed!
What SHAPEs Your Future?
Stewardship
Don’t miss . . .
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September 25 & October 2 - 10 a.m. - SHAPE Classes
•
October 9 - Fall Fun Fair
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October 16 & 23 - 10 a.m. - SHAPE Classes continue
This fall we will have the opportunity to learn more about ourselves and what SHAPEs us.
SHAPE = Spiritual gifts, Heart, Abilities, Personality, Experiences
Karen Anderson, with assistance from the Session, will
lead four adult Sunday School classes about SHAPE on
September 25 & October 2, and on October 16 & 23.. On
October 9 everyone is invited to Fellowship Hall to join the
Session Committees for free refreshments at the Fall Fun
Fair. We hope that everyone learns more about themselves in
the SHAPE classes, and then finds a place for themselves in
the church at the Fair. Note: the Café will not be open on
October 9, but there will be plenty of food at the Fun Fair.
New Connections for Visitors
Saturday, October 9 at 10 a.m.
in the Colonial Room
If you’ve been visiting FPCB and are
considering membership, you are invited to this
class about the Christian faith, our Presbyterian
heritage, and our ministry at Bakerstown on
Saturday, October 8 at 10 a.m. in the Colonial
Room. Lunch will
be provided.
Childcare is
available if
reserved ahead.
Following this
initial meeting, the
class will meet on Sunday mornings at 10 a.m.
in the Administration Building. Those who
decide to join FPCB will be received into
membership on Sunday, November 13.
If interested, please speak with Dan Muttart or
Karen Anderson, sign up on an activity card or
the friendship pad on Sunday, or call Linda
Smith at the church office, 724-443-1555.
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Discipleship & Fellowship
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Men’s Ministry
Upcoming Events . . .
•
Sept. 15 - Bocce & Brats at Richland Park
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Oct. 20 - Oktoberfest Dinner at FPCB
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Nov. 17 - Veteran’s Dinner/Program
•
Dec. 17 - Visit to Veteran’s Center Hospital
To find out more, see any member of the Men’s
Ministry Team: Franklin Blackstone, Matt Brown,
Al Plymire, Mike Ross, Dan Saniga, Mitch
Tepper, John Welty and Al Wettach.
Road Rally
September 24 at 10 a.m.
September 10, 2011
6:30 p.m. Fellowship Hall
Connect with fellow members and friends of
Bakerstown through small groups, usually about
8-10 people, with someone designated as group
coordinator. Each group then decides what activity they want to do. For example, museums, sporting events, concerts, local tours, eating at local
restaurants or someone’s house, etc.
Get Out!
Adult Fellowship
GOAFers!
Meet at the church at 10 a.m.
in Fellowship Hall for an
orientation and to sign release forms. Participants
will be divided into teams of 4. During the road
rally, each group will have to take pictures and
videos and bring items back to the church to earn
points. There will be good prizes and booby prizes!
Everyone should be back to the church by 12 noon
to buy lunch from the Youth Group. Please sign up
with Keith and Mary Ehmann, 724-903-0923 or
[email protected].
Be a GOAFer and join us at our fellowship events!
Upcoming:
•
October 15: Trip to Berlin, OH Amish country
•
December TBA: Butler Symphony Christmas
Concert
Watch for details in bulletins.
Please help us keep our records up-to-date.
Moving? Changing a phone number or e-mail?
Please contact the church office to let us know.
To Publicize Church Events.
Newsletters Please submit articles by the 10th
Bulletins Please submit articles by Tuesday.
Pastoral Care Concerns. Please notify the church
office immediately of hospitalizations, illnesses, a
death in the family, and so on - we appreciate the
information!
Three Rotation Periods
with three outings per rotation.
New Rotations in September-January-April
You can join for one or all rotations.
Contact:
Bonnie & Franklin Blackstone: 724-443-7730
Ellen & Joe Molhoek: 724-586-2203
“Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us
encourage one another.” Hebrews 10:25)
As busy as things were
in the weeks leading up to
Church in the Park . . .
there’s always a lot more
ahead in this vital, active
congregation.
Sign-ups were taken at
the picnic for two of these
upcoming opportunities:
•
•
B-CONNECTORS
SMALL GROUPS
If you have an interest in either or both of these, please
call the church office for more information.
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Discipleship & Fellowship/Stephen Ministry
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TOPS! Take Off Pounds Sensibly
Creativity Group - Mondays at 10 a.m.
meets 6 p.m. Tuesdays, Westminster Room
You are invited to join the Bakerstown Creativity Group
(formerly known as Needle Workers) every Monday morning
from 10:00 a.m. to noon in the Geneva Room. The name of the
group has been changed because we want you to know that you
are welcome to bring any kind of creative project to the group –
scrapbooking, basket weaving, jewelry making, etc. You can
come and leave anytime during the designated two hours. You
can bring a personal project or we can guide you in finding a
mission project to which you can donate your creations. For those
who knit or crochet, we have donated yarn that you are free to
use. About 11:00 a.m. we have a time of devotional reading and
prayer. This group is open to folks in the community as well as
church members. For information, call Karen Anderson at the
church office or email [email protected].
This year-round program works! Learn to lose weight
and keep it off, and receive support and encouragement
at the same time. Give it a try! All are welcome. New
people join all the time! Contact: Lisa Wood, 724-8987848.
Come to the Fall Kick-Off event . . .
All the church family and members of the
community are invited to the following
special program. Bring your friends, too!
“Wellness”
with Dr. Darren W. Dubyak
Tuesday, September 13 at 6:30 p.m.
Fellowship Hall
Dr. Dubyak is Vice President of Lifestyle Innovations, a
web-based wellness program designed to improve doctor and patient outcomes in order to have patients have a
more active role in their health. Born and raised in
White Oak, PA, he attended the University of Pittsburgh
and received a B.S. in Sports Medicine/Athletic Training. In 2000 he enrolled at the National University of
Health Sciences in Chicago, IL where he obtained a
B.S. in Biology and a Doctorate in Chiropractic Medicine. He has worked as a personal trainer and developed
exercise programs and diet analysis for his clients. He
comes highly recommended by members of our church.
Adopt-A-Highway
Trash Pick-Up
Saturday, October 1 at 9 a.m.
Meet at the church rain or shine to collect trash from our
2-mile stretch of Route 8 & our Bakerstown/Red Belt
interchange. We provide safety vests, bags, and gloves.
Contacts: Bob and Brenda Joyce, 724-443-8379.
Hard to believe that it is September already!!!! Where did the warmth of summer vacations go? I must
say it was a really, really hot summer this year. I am writing this in August and I bet it is still warm in
September. Still, we are very lucky in this temperate climate. We get to see the wonders of all four seasons!! I sometimes
wish that winter was a little shorter. How about you?
Stephen Ministry
Well, now it is time for us all to get back to working, going to school, and starting new experiences all around. Many new
classes will be starting and I am very excited. The new Stephen Ministers have worked very hard in class each week. In November, they will be commissioned. What a testament to the love of God, as each one of them has shared during and after
class. Keep them in your prayers.
Some good things, along with bad things, are happening in this world. All of the Stephen Ministers want you to know that we
are here. If you need someone to talk to, just let us know! Whatever is shared is kept in strict confidence. Sometimes it is hard
to share with someone else, but it can be necessary when the problem is too difficult to handle alone!! God has given us each
other to help one another. Always remember that God walks beside you as you face each challenge. There is a peace that can
be found only in listening to the quiet of God’s love. You can contact a Stephen Minister through Dan or Karen. You can also
call Bonnie Blackstone at 724-443-7730. Blessings, Your friend in Christ, Pat Eversole
Lord, on the days when trusting you with my life is difficult, I pray for a new vision of your power and your ability to love and
care for me even when I feel like I don’t deserve it. Amen
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Children’s Ministry/BPCC
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Bakerstown Presbyterian Children’s Center (BPCC)
Children’s Ministry
Kick-Off Sunday - A celebration to begin our 2011-12
year of Christian Education. On September 11 at 10
a.m. children and youth will meet in Fellowship Hall for
singing and a skit, while adults meet in the Colonial Room for
an overview of Adult Education. Free refreshments will be
available for all.
As we begin this school year, BPCC would like to welcome the 2011-2012 staff. God has richly blessed the preschool with a loving staff for our new school year: Kiki
Cherry, Cathy Collier, Marci Cyphert, Christina Dean,
Joan Grassucci, Beth Joyce, Brenda Joyce, Jane Mobley,
Susan Novelli, Leah Prasse, Michelle Repasky, Debbie
Smith, Bev Stone, and Robin Williams.
Bible Presentation to 3rd Graders. On October 23 at
both 8:45 & 11 a.m. worship services, we will recognize our
third graders at this milestone in their faith development.
Parents, please call the church office by October 1 and indicate
which service your child will attend and how you would like
their name inscribed in their Bible. There will be a meeting for
parents of third graders, Sunday, October 16, at 10 a.m.
Use of Pictures: Throughout our publications we use
pictures. If you would not like your child’s picture to be in a
publication, please notify Sandy Floyd, 724-443-1555.
Summer’s Best Two Weeks 2012, June 14-22
Registrations are due now!
Most children and youth at FPCB attend Summer One of
Summer’s Best Two Weeks at the Que.
Summer SB2W-Que, which opened in 2003, is located on the
900-acre Quemahoning Reservoir in the foothills of the Laurel
Highlands. The picturesque waterfront and top-notch facility
make the Que the perfect spot for camp. While at camp, kids
have the opportunity to swim and blob in the extra-large pool,
fly down our 1100 foot triple zipline, sail and kayak on the
lake, and compete on the arena soccer fields. Through it all,
they'll make great friends and grow in their relationship with
the Lord. The staff consists of handpicked, Christian athletes
who love kids and model Christ to them in everything they do.
Competitive team sports, recreational activities, wilderness
trips, and (most importantly) the phenomenal staff make
campers' two weeks at SB2W the best of their summer.
Places will be reserved for all returning SB2W Campers until
September 15. Return your application directly to SB2W.
Brothers and sisters will be accepted before the Waiting List
campers ONLY when applications are received by September
15. Encourage your friends and neighbors to sign up now.
Movie Trail date will be announced. Secure your spot at
SB2W for 2012. Return your application by September
15th directly to camp.
For information,
call 724-443-5330.
Emily Willard, Director
Children’s Ministry CLASS ACTIVITY
to help build Relationships
This coming year children will have a chance to get together outside of their class time on Sunday mornings.
Children and their families will get to know each other as
well as many of their teachers. At least one parent/
grandparent will attend activities for age 2 – grade 2. Be
looking for dates for each age group’s activity.
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•
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Ages 2 – 4/Pre-K - Play in the Park, in Richland Park
Kindergarten, Grades 1 & 2 – Glow in the Dark
Miniature Golf, in Pittsburgh Mills
Grades 3 – Bowling
Grade 4 & 5 – Clubhouse dinner and games
Bible Memory:
Kindergarten — Grade 5
Memorize each month’s Bible verse
and answer the questions.
A goal of Children’s Ministry at First Presbyterian Church of
Bakerstown is to share God’s Word with children and make it
a practical part of their lives. Faith Adventures are provided
to supplement the weekly lessons of the fall 2011 Sunday
mornings at Bakerstown as well as provide the opportunity to
practice God’s Word outside of the classroom. We hope that
with much support and encouragement from parents and Sunday Special teachers, your child will daily commit the Faith
Adventures to memory
Save the dates!
Summer Blast 2012 - SKY - Everything is possible with God!
Age 4 - Grade 5, July 9 – 13, 2012; Summer Blast Sunday, July 15, 2012
Youth that have completed 6th grade and adults are encouraged to serve at Summer Blast Camp.
How can you help next year?
Crew leader … Station leader … Kitchen crew … Childcare …
PowerPoint … Registration … Behind the scenes … Decorating.
Contact: Sandy Floyd, 724-443-1555 or [email protected].
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Mission Updates
From Your Mission Committee:
• On October 22 the Mission Committee
will be coordinating a FALL CLEAN-UP
for people in the area who need assistance
with their leaves. Please contact us if you
are any of the following:
1. Willing to lend a hand with the fall cleanup
2. Desiring assistance with the leaves at
your own house
3. Aware of someone who could use the
help
Once again, THANK YOU to everyone
who participated in the Light of Life Rescue
Mission collections. Altogether there were
22 total kits donated as well as additional
items that men in the emergency overnight
shelters will benefit greatly from.
•
• Backpacks. The children at
Second U.P. Wilkinsburg and Deer
Creek Presbyterian are ready to go
back to school this fall thanks to
the GENEROUS GIVING of the
congregation. Thank you for donating 65
backpacks with school supplies!
•
“Pennies for Bibles” is now known as
“Change for Books and Bibles”. This
spring, the Mission Committee requested that
the “Pennies for Bibles” funds be reallocated
to a new fund named “Change for Books and
Bibles” and that the money currently in the
fund go to the Light of Life Rescue Mission
for the Life Recovery Bibles program and to
Second United Presbyterian Church of
Wilkinsburg for a new literacy project they
have started. You can contribute to the
“Change for Books and Bibles” fund by
dropping change in the receptacle in the
Children’s Education Building.
Hosanna Industries 14th Annual
Golf Outing is scheduled for Monday,
September 26 at the Butler Country Club.
The proceeds from the event go straight to
the families that Hosanna assists. For more
information, call the Hosanna office at (724)
770-0262.
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Mission
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A BIG THANK YOU from South Butler
Community Meals on Wheels for donating
items that are placed in “birthday bags” for
their 60 clients. These small things - such as
toilet articles, note paper, crossword puzzle
books, handkerchiefs, Scripture booklets, key
chains, seasonal items, etc. - are deeply
appreciated! To donate these items, please place them in the marked box in
the Mission Closet. The items are collected and taken to South Butler
Community Meals On Wheels once a month.
Thank for you for your participation. Contact: Mary Terrell
Meals on Wheels provides a hot and cold meal every Monday, Wednesday,
and Friday for those men and women in need that live in Southern Butler
County and Northern Allegheny County. Desserts are provided at
designated times of the year for Meals on Wheels by the children of
FPCB’s church school & the Women of Bakerstown of FPCB.
FPCB celebrated Lighthouse Day on August 14!
For twenty-six years, the Lighthouse Foundation has been an important part
of the local community. The Lighthouse Foundation was founded in 1985 by
the First Presbyterian Church of Bakerstown in response to growing needs
among local families and communities facing rising employment and emergency needs. Within a year, the Lighthouse became a freestanding nonprofit
entity, and in 1991 moved its headquarters from the old Richland Restaurant
to Middlesex Township, Butler County, at the corner of Route 8 and Cruikshank Road, three miles north of the Allegheny County line.
The Lighthouse is a treasure in our community. From Transitional Housing
to our Food Pantry, to our Produce to People Program, to our Furniture and
Appliance Warehouse, to providing Emergency Shelter, to social programming for Golden Agers and Our Singles Supper Club and Family Feast programs, to our Wheels of Work program to our free Computer Classes, the
Lighthouse Foundation makes a positive impact on everyone it touches.
Today, the Lighthouse maintains operations at six sites, annually serving
more than 6,000 clients through nearly 18,000 contacts from northern Allegheny and Butler Counties that address emergency and critical care, transitioning and empowerment needs. The Lighthouse Foundation seeks to fill
identified gaps in basic human services to needy and impoverished individuals, families, and seniors. The Lighthouse is the lone provider of housing to
homeless young adults and single parents with young children in its service
region. The Lighthouse Foundation operates through the private charitable
and public support of more than 1,500 individuals, bodies of faith, agencies,
foundations, business and service organizations.
Reaching . . . Growing . . . Serving
BAKERSTOWN CONNECTIONS
Church in the Park - A Great Day!
Rain or Shine, the Entire Church Family was invited to …
FPCB Church in the Park!
Sunday, August 21 at North Park Lodge!
OK, it did rain a bit - but not enough to dampen the spirits of
the people or the joy of the day. The church family worshipped
together with enthusiasm and enjoyed great food and warm fellowship. Congratulations to the Cookie Contest winners: Beth
Joyce, Ariel & Hannah Clifford, and Jon & Kylie Williams.
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SEPTEMBER 2011 NEWSLETTER
Non-Profit Org.
Nonprofit Standard Mail
Permit #9
U.S. Postage
Bakerstown, PA 15007
First Presbyterian Church
of Bakerstown
P.O. Box 127
Route 8 at Heckert Road
Bakerstown, PA 15007
Phone: 724-443-1555
Internet: www.fpcb.org
Sunday Morning Schedule:
8:45 — 9:45 a.m.
Contemporary Service
10:00 — 10:50 a.m. Sunday School
11:00 — 12:00 p.m. Traditional Service
The Café is open from 9:45-10:45 a.m.
By improving yourself, the world is made better.
Important Dates:
Youth Group resumes on September 18:
•
Middle School, 5-7 p.m.
•
High School, 7-9 p.m.
Teens will help at the Road Rally on September 24
Contact: Jeremy Collins —
724-443-1555 (church) or 412-980-3370 (cell)
or [email protected]
Remember to sign up for the youth e-mail list
on our website, www.fpcb.org!
Retreats: (Get $50 deposit in ASAP!)
•
Middle School Laurelville Retreat - November 4-6
•
High School Laurelville Retreat - November 18-20
Reaching . . . Growing . . . Serving