newsletter october 28 2015

October 28, 2015
Central Presbyterian Church
Central Life
Daylight Saving Time ENDS
On Sunday, November 1
Remember to set your clocks BACK ONE HOUR
Before you go to bed on Saturday night.
Central Life
October 28, 2015
STORIES OF
The stories of Central Church remind us of some of the amazing things that happen in this faith
community. These tell of the ways that lives are changed, that burdens are shared, that open doors
to our community, and tell the impact of our concern on our neighbors. These stories only touch
the surface of what has happened at Central.
This week you will receive a booklet called Stories of Grace and Gratitude. We hope that you will
use this during the first three weeks of November, as we consider how we will support the ministry
of Central of 2016.
We have a threefold challenge this year in our time of Gratitude.
We want to END WELL. Can you give an extra “Christmas gift” to the church to help us finish paying
for the amazing renovations that took place this year?
We want to BEGIN STRONG. We appreciate the gifts that are given. We want to challenge to congregation to consider giving $5 more a week for each member of your family. If you cannot do that,
can you give a little more?
We want to HAVE A FAITHFUL FUTURE. Have you included Central in your will, so that you leave a
legacy as we go into the future? The gifts of those who have gone before have supported the continuing ministry.
FINANCIAL INFORMATION MEETINGS
We are totally transparent with our finances. We will have four meeting where we will do our best
to honestly present our financial information, and answer any questions we can, or get answers.
Monday, November 9
3:00 pm and 7:00 pm in the small Dining Room
Sunday, November 15
10:00 am and 12:00 pm in the small Dining Room
SUNDAY, November 22
Commitment cards will be in the mail the week before, and
we ask that you prayerfully consider them, fill them out,
and return them in worship or to the Church Office.
The Finance Committee
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October 28, 2015
Meetings Coming Up
Session Retreat - Sunday, Nov. 1, 2-8 pm
Men’s Group - Mondays, 7:00 am at
Shoneys
Nov 1 GOD WINS! Tale of Two Cities
From Revelation ch 18-21
Nov 8 Stories of Grace and Gratitude
Grace
Nov 15 Stories of Grace and Gratitude
Gratitude
Nov 22 Commitment Sunday
Bringing It Together
UNITY SERVICE
First Sunday in Advent, Nov 29 at 10:00
am, in the Sanctuary
PW Coordinating Team - Tuesday,
November 3, 10:00 am
Committee Chairmen - Tuesday,
November 3, 6:15 pm
Church Committees - Tuesday,
November 3, 7:00 pm
Meals on Wheels - Thursday, Nov. 5
Finance Committee - Tuesday,
November 10, 12:00 noon
Note the upcoming dates for the “Central
Life” newsletter:
Nov. 4 (CL Lite)
Dec. 30 (CL Lite)
Nov. 18
Jan. 6
Dec. 2
Jan. 20
Dec. 16
APPLE Committee - Tuesday, Nov. 10,
6:00 pm
Abingdon Presbytery Meeting at Green
Springs PC - Thurs, Nov. 12
Session - Tuesday, Nov. 17, 7:00 pm
Christmas Ornament
The Christian Education Committee is selling Christmas ornaments as a
fundraiser for the church budget. The ornament will be 3D, lightweight
brass, and will feature the image of Central and will come in a box. This
will make wonderful Christmas presents for children or those who have
been a part of Central Presbyterian over the years. The cost for each ornament is $15. The ornaments will be ready for pickup after Thanksgiving.
You can pre-order yours now by putting your name on the list on Ann Aichinger’s door, or on
the list in the office, emailing [email protected], or calling the church office (276-669-3157).
We have ordered 300, but they will go fast. So don’t miss out on this exclusive gift. The image
with this article is the image for the ornament. If you have any questions, please ask Ann
Aichinger. Add a beautiful memento to your tree this year. Order your ornament today!!
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Central Life
October 28, 2015
Churchwide Mission Workday
Event
and
Presbyterian
Women
from Thais Sikora
We had a great turnout for our October Sewing
Event, but guess what? We are not finished.
We have 84 little dresses in process, and need to
complete, and would appreciate all who can to
help us accomplish that as we come together
again on Saturday, November 14, from 9:00 until 12:00. We will also be working on more
stuffed animals, baby gowns, and baby blankets.
We have partnered with a missionary going to
Malawi and Kenya in December to orphanages
for infants and children.
We were able to send 15 pounds of children’s
clothing with Dr. and Mrs. Sam Molind last Saturday, as they travelled to Jordan to work
through the churches there to offer dental surgery to the refugees from Syria and Iraq.
Our PW program last month was a most interesting presentation by Win and Mimi Hull, members of Sinking Spring Presbyterian Church in
Abingdon, featuring their sister church in Malawi. They are applying for a grant from the Thank
Offering of PW for the Bee Keeping industry of
the women in Malawi, which supports their families. Each of the members present received a
beautiful wooden cross made by Mr. Hull.
Our study lesson for November 14 is “Absence
of Water-Thirst and Longing”, taken from Exodus 17:1-7, Psalm 42:1-2, 63:1 and John 19:28.
Please read your lesson #3 before coming, as
there are very interesting questions we will be
discussing. This is also Thank Offering month.
Please come prepared to support the projects
which have been selected for funding this year
as we will be celebrating them as our program
of the day.
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Wednesday Night schedule:
Everyone is invited to be a part of Wednesday night fellowship. We gather at 5:30 for
dinner and we share around tables in Central Hall. Then from 6-7 p.m. we have
prayer and program for all ages. Children
under 3 are welcomed in the nursery, children 3-5th grade will have a class for them,
and the adults are invited to take part in
Lifetree Café, which is a conversation
about life and faith.
October 28: A reason to Live: A Story
from Rwanda
Dinner: Chicken and Dumplings, peas and
carrots, Salad bar, Cupcakes
November 4: If Only...: Living with Regret
Dinner: Meatballs and gravy, potatoes,
green beans, salad bar and Chocolate Delight
November 11: Financial Freedom: Practical Advice from a man who had it all and
lost it
Dinner: Potato Soup, Grilled ham and
cheese, salad bar, carrot cake
November 18: The Bible: Real? Relevant?
Reliable?
Dinner: Roast Pork Loin, Green Beans,
Sweet Potatoes, Pumpkin Bread
There is a requested donation of $5 for dinner.
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Forever
Young
Don’t forget our trip to Little Switzerland on Friday, November 6. There are
still a few seats left on the bus. We
leave the church at 9:30 am
In December we will join together for
lunch at Cootie Brown’s in Bristol!
More details later. Don’t miss it!
Randy, Phyllis, & Caroline
October 28, 2015
Faithful
Friends
REMINDER: Faithful Friends will gather on Saturday, October 31, 10 a.m.-12
noon for study and lunch. We will be
looking at chapter 2: Quit Lying. Bring
a salad or dish to share. This group is
open to all women and friends. There
will be childcare at the church.
There will be no November meeting.
Next gathering is December 12, 10-12
noon.
Park and Trick-orTreat, Saturday,
October 31, 4-7 p.m.
Can you use scissors?
Everyone is invited to park
in the church parking lot
and wander the neighborhoods for treats. This year,
we will have a table setup
on the front sidewalk (Euclid Ave) full
of goodies and bottles of water. Stop by
(even in costume) and get some treats,
and let’s visit with our neighbors.
Can you push elastic through a tube?
Thank you to everyone who has
given candy and snacks for this event.
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How about stuffing polyfil in cloth
animal bodies?
If so, we sure could use you to help at
the Mission Workday on Saturday,
November 14, 9 to 12 . It was a very
enjoyable morning the last time we
worked—sit and stuff or cut while we
talk and visit with old friends or new
acquaintances.
Contact Janis Davis at 423-574-1202
for more info or to sign up to help.
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October 28, 2015
NOVEMBER BIRTHDAYS
1467810 11 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 25 28 29 30 -
Nancy Kiser
Verle Sutphin
Tyler Wycoff
Jackie Phillips
Danny Clark
Logan Williams
Phyllis Morris
Rob Blanton
Joseph Fitsanakis
Peter B. Buhls
Connie Boger
Terri Surber
Joseph Timp
Clayton Kiser
Mackenzie Porter
Mark McCord
Avery Herold
Rebecca Porter
Terry Stone
Jason Harris
Nancy Arnold
Crystal Stacy
Andy Arnold
Terri Davis
Debbie Wagner
Martha Milner
Oceana Tadlock
John Dodge
Mary Catherine
Morrell
Vickie Clark
Andrew Porter
Kelly McBride
The November calendar can be found online at
www.cpcbristol.org.
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October 28, 2015
SESSION NOTES
The Stated Session Meeting was on Tuesday, October 20. Hunter Meade was excused.
Co-Pastors reported:
 We have secured housing for both Resurrection (January) in Pigeon Forge and for Youth Week 3
in Montreat (July). Also our Middle School group is coming together.
 Ann Aichinger has been asked to serve on the Family Promise board.
 Reading Buddies and Food Recovery are working very well at Highland View.
Immigration Report on Lucas Coelho:
Our application for a non-resident religious worker visa went in on March 6. “Normal” processing
time is five months, and it has now been almost eight. We have made attempts to find out
about the process. We received a letter this last week stating that it is “under adjudication”
and they cannot give us a timeline for a decision. After our called pastors are selected, the
Steering Team will meet to give a recommendation on how to move forward with filling the
position of Director of Young Adult Ministry.
The Session approved:
 Removing Rusty and Leigh Shepherd and Erin Harris from the rolls at their request;
 John Dodge as commissioner to Abingdon Presbytery on November 12;
 Hiring Ken Hale’s law firm – Hale, Lyle, and Russell -- to do incorporation paperwork for Central;
 25% of Peacemaking Offering to Abuse Alternatives;
 Funds from Kroger Rebate program to Sri Lanka mission;
 Special Offering for SC on Oct 25 – to Presbyterian Disaster Assistance;
 Presbyterian Home for the Highlands bookmark in pew Bibles;
 Picnic in the Park dates: June 5 and August 28;
 Letter of thanks to Joy Briggs for the Great Ends of the Church recital;
 Memorial Committee recommendation to pay for the welcome desk and the balance of cost for
the children’s pictures in the hallway;
 Thanksgiving Offering for Presbyterian Home of the Highlands.
Family Promise
The Session had a presentation and video on the ministry of Family Promise. This is emergency
housing for families. Churches share in hosting one or two families for a week, about twice a
year. They are at the church only in the evening and nights, and are gone by 7:00 am. The
church provides the dinners and light breakfasts as well as the volunteer hosts.
The Session voted to become a part of the community ministry.
We will not begin until Summer 2016.
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YOUTH
NEWS!!
LAST CHANCE! Today the money is
due for Barter Theater trip ($12.00 per
ticket). We will be seeing Jacob Marley’s
Christmas Carol on November 29, 7 p.m.
Sunday, November 1, 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Packing Shoeboxes for Operation
Christmas Child in Central Hall. All
youth are invited to be a part of this way of
giving to someone who needs to know they
are cared for. Janis Davis will be leading
this, and any parents or other adults willing
to help chaperone, please come and help.
Sunday, November 15, 4-7:30 p.m.
Movie and Popcorn
We will be watching in the Theater room at
the church. If you want additional snacks,
feel free to bring them to share.
We will be watching Blindside, which is
about Michael Oher (Quinton Aaron), a
homeless black teen who has drifted in and
out of the school system for years. Then
Leigh Anne Tuohy (Sandra Bullock) and
her husband, Sean (Tim McGraw), take
him in. The Tuohys eventually become
Michael's legal guardians, transforming
both his life and theirs. This is based on the
true story of Michael Oher, who went on to
play in the NFL.
Sunday, November 29, 7 p.m.
Trip to Barter Theater
We are going to see Jacob Marley’s
Christmas Carol. Meet at the church at 6
p.m. Eat dinner before you come.
Mark your calendars now for Resurrection
Youth Conference in Pigeon Forge, TN
January 22-24. We will leave after school
on Friday and get back mid-afternoon Sunday. COST: $50 per person due by November 29.
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October 28, 2015
Volunteers
For Sunday, November 1:
Coffee helper - Wes Ritchie
Greeters
9:00 - Sierra Turner, David White
11:00 - TBA
Children’s Time helper - Jane Morison
Head Usher for November - John Barker
After Church Visitors - Jim & Joan Keith
For Sunday, November 8:
Coffee helpers - David & Cathy White
Greeters
9:00 - Larry & Lois Clarke
11:00 - Nancy Kiser, Casey McComish
Children’s Time helper - Kelly McBride
After Church Visitors - Daphne & Mark
McCord
Food Pantry helpers on Nov. 12 - Beth
Parks and Juanita Large
For Sunday, November 15:
Coffee helpers - Ken & Cindy Hale
Greeters
9:00 - Steve & Karen Smith
11:00 - Randy & Phyllis Morris
Children’s Time helper - Laraine Williams
After Church Visitors - Randy & Phyllis
Morris
For Sunday, November 22:
Coffee helpers - Trish James, Lois Clarke
Greeters
9:00 - Barbara & Harry Oakley
11:00 - Dave & Valerie Zochowski
Children’s Time helper - TBA
After Church Visitor - Judy Simcox
Attendance:
Sunday, October 18 - 158 in worship
Sunday, October 25 - 177 in worship
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October 28, 2015
News for the Church family
Prayer Requests…
Johnny Van Dyke and Erinn Hollo
Congratulations to these
grandparents who have
welcomed new babies
into their families:
Ruby Brown is great-grandmother to Rachel Joy
Brown, daughter of Megan & James Holland
Brown, born Oct. 14, 2015 in San Antonio, TX.
Debra & Chris Brown are her grandparents.
Kathy Story has a new grandson, Crispin Jogi,
born Oct. 20, 2015 in Kansas City, KS to Cindy &
Declan. He has two brothers, Eli & Alistair.
Thank you so much for all the lovely cards,
gifts and especially the gift of yard work for
our house as a part of Pastor Appreciation.
We were so surprised when we got home
from the conference in Colorado to find the
yard mowed, bushes trimmed, porch pressure washed, beds mulched, pansies planted,
and ivy whacked down off the wall. Thank
you to the staff for a lovely lunch as a part
of our monthly Staff meeting. We enjoy
serving with you here at Central, and have
been so blessed by the relationships. Thank
you again.
Grace and peace, Frank & Ann Aichinger
CENTRAL STAFF:
Schedule of Services
Ann Aichinger, Interim Co-Pastor
[email protected]
Frank Aichinger, Interim Co-Pastor
[email protected]
Robert Campbelle, Music Director
[email protected]
Joy Smith-Briggs, Organist
[email protected]
Rob Hollo, Contemporary Worship Leader
[email protected]
Patty Caldwell, Office Manager/Newsletter Editor
[email protected]
Mary Moffatt, Finance Director
[email protected]
Trish James, Food Service Director
[email protected]
Selena Jackson, Director of APPLE Academy
[email protected]
Donna Leonard, APPLE Administrative Assistant
Thais Sikora, Volunteer Parish Nurse
Barbara Mann, Volunteer Parish Nurse
Sunday:
Fellowship Times
8:45 and 9:45 a.m.
Contemporary Worship
9:00 a.m.
Sunday School
10:00 a.m.
Traditional Worship
11:00 a.m.
Office Hours: 9:00 to 4:30 Monday-Friday
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Youth Groups:
Varying schedules
Music Rehearsals:
Contemporary Worship Praise Team
Sunday
7:45 a.m.
Sanctuary Choir
Wednesday
7:15 p.m.
Sunday (warm-up)
10:30 a.m.
Handchimes
Wednesday
5:00 p.m.
Handbells
Wednesday
6:15 p.m.
Central Brass
Sunday
9:45 a.m.