May 31st newsletter - First Presbyterian Church

FIRST  PRESS
The Newsletter of First Presbyterian Church of Fayetteville
Volume 27, Issue 22
From Your Pastor
 GOOD FOR THE HEART
“Christ is either Lord of all, or He is not
Lord at all.”
“God’s work, done in God’s way, will never
lack God’s supply.”
“The real secret of an unsatisfied life lies too
often in an unsurrendered will.”
– James Hudson Taylor (1832-1905)
 GRADUATE RECOGNITION SUNDAY
is June 7, 2015. Names of the young people
concluding their high school career are listed
on this page of First Press. A covered dish
meal is planned at noon on June 7.
 DR. JERRY BRON, a retired Presbyterian
pastor, will be serving First Church from my
departure until Mike Garrett’s arrival. As required by the Book of Order, Dr. Bron will
chiefly moderate Session meetings. He will
meet with church staff, and assist Donna
Fowler-Marchant. I first met Jerry in 1972.
He is an outstanding servant and a former
student of Dr. Ben Lacy Rose. I know you
will welcome him! Click for his bio.
 DR. MICHAEL GARRETT, your interim
associate pastor, is preparing for ministry at
First Church. He will soon conclude his service as pastor of Westminster Church, Snellville, Georgia. A brief biographical sketch is
on page 3 of First Press. His first Sunday at
First Church is July 12, 2015.
 GRADUATION for First School students
was last week and resumes next fall We are
grateful to God for First School’s excellent
program, led by Director Julie MacRae, and
her outstanding staff and board. First School
has a summer camp August 24-28, 2015.
 “SUMMER IN THE SON” has been sent to
your home, and may be found at www.firstprez.com. This colorful brochure presents
First Church’s ministry for Summer 2015.
Share a copy with a friend or neighbor.
 EIGHT PERSONS WERE ELECTED by
the congregation on May 24, 2015, to serve
on the Session, Class of 2018. Their names
are on page 3 of First Press. Soon, your Officer Nominating Committee will present its
recommendations for deacon. Please pray for
this committee and its potential candidates.
 THE TWO CENTS OFFERING is received Sunday, May 31. Bring a friend with
you to worship. Pray daily for your church.
Your Pastor and Friend,
Jay Coker
May 31, 2015
Graduate Recognition
Sunday
June 7, 2015
10:55 a.m. • The Sanctuary
High School Graduates – Class of 2015
Name
High SchoolCollege
Elizabeth Anne Bentley
Madeleine Elise Clarke
Emily Barbara Davidson
Margaret Ann Louise Hill
Amanda Ann Holmes
Clara Marcelle Schwamm
Kenan Elizabeth Stiehl
Kendal Kathryn Williams
Richmond Hills (Ga.)
Fayetteville Academy
Cape Fear
Pine Forest
Cape Fear
Gray’s Creek
Fayetteville Academy
Fayetteville Academy
University of Alabama
NSLI-Y to Morocco*
N.C. State
N.C. State
UNC-Pembroke
UNC-Chapel Hill
High Point University
N.C. State
* National Security Language Initiative for Youth
Covered Dish Luncheon
12:00 PM • FELLOWSHIP BUILDING
The graduates and their families will be the guests.
Bring your favorite dish. The lunch follows
the 10:55 service.
Saturday, June 6
Children’s Fishing Trip
Where: Lake Rim - John Pechmann Fishing Center
Time: Meet at the center 9:00 a.m.; end by 2:00 p.m.
Each child will need to be accompanied by an
adult.
Children will need life jackets (flotation device).
Fishing gear will be provided... or you can
bring your own.
Lunch is provided. Hotdogs, potato chips, drinks.
Sign up online at www.firstprez.com
Sponsored by the Children’s Ministry, assisted by David’s Mighty Men
first things first
The calendar below is an effort to keep you
informed of the major events happening at
First Church. For a complete listing of activities, refer to our website at www.firstprez.com.
Sunday, MAY 31
8:30a Worship - Chapel
9:45a Sunday School
10:40a Session Meeting
10:55a Worship - Sanctuary
3:00p Stephen Ministry training - Room 209
monday, JUNE 1
12:00p Personnel Committee - Room
TUESday, JUNE 2
8:30a SALT breakfast - JK’s Deli
5:45p C.E. Committee - Room 207
7:00p Men’s Basketball - Fellowship Building
WEDNESday, JUNE 3
12:00p Property Committee - Room 225
2:00p SALT Reading Group - Room 413
5:30p Congregational Care - Room 416
Friday, JUNE 5
9:15a L.A.C.E. Circle - Activity Room
SATURday, JUNE 6
9:00a Children’s fishing trip - Lake Rim
JUNE MEETINGS
JUNE 1
12:00p Personnel Committee - Library
JUNE 2
5:45p C.E. Committee - Room 207
JUNE 3
12:00p Property Committee - Room 225
5:30p Congregational Care - Room 416
JUNE 7
3:00p Stephen Ministry training - Room 209
JUNE 8
12:00p Finance Committee - Room 225
JUNE 9
6:00p Deacons Meeting - Room 203
JUNE 11
9:30a Presbytery meeting - Culdee Presbyterian
Church, West End.
JUNE 14
3:00p Stephen Ministry training - Room 209
JUNE 16
6:00p Session Meeting - Room 203
JUNE 21
6:00p Stephen Ministry - Ministry office
JUNE 28
3:00p Stephen Ministry training - Room 209
FLING WIDE THE GATES! The history of First
Presbyterian Church is available in the church office
for only $30.00.
Sponsor 3 on the Third!
Sunday School classes
are sponsoring three
Haitian children. The
offering received on
Sunday, May 17, 2015,
was $130.00. The total to date is $560.00. The
next offering is this Sunday, June 21, 2015.
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and other special events
CHILD CARE
Child care is available Sundays for infants, toddlers,
twos, and threes during Sunday Services, Wednesday
evening ministries, and other occasions as needed.
Child care at First Presbyterian is always nurturing.
Children explore the truths of God’s Word through
age-appropriate activities. Your Nursery Staff takes
seriously the call to care for children.
Congregational Care
Be reminded that Prayer Request Cards are
available in the pews. If you, a family member,
or a friend has a special need to be remembered
in prayer, fill out this request card and drop it
in the offering plate. Many things are wrought
through prayer, and your church wants to help.
Emergency
Pastoral Concerns
If you’re hospitalized, seriously ill or having
surgery... please notify the church office at 483-0121.
Your pastors want to minister to you whenever you are
ill, and they can do that only if you inform us.
prayer teams
Four prayer teams are committed to praying for the
concerns of members and friends of First Presbyterian Church – three e-mail prayer chains and one phone
chain. If you would like to be a part of this ministry,
contact Joy Keys at 483-0121 or e-mail joykeys@
firstprez.com. Please indicate the type of prayer team
in which you would prefer to participate.
flowers
The Sanctuary flowers on Sunday, May 24, 2015,
were given to the glory of God and in honor of the
recipient of the Life Membership Award, Melanie
Strickland, and the recipients of the Service Award,
Debra Chestnutt and Susanna McFadyen, by the
Presbyterian Women. Please contact Kay Autry
(476-1689) if you wish to provide flowers for the
Sanctuary or Chapel.
The Two Cents Offering
The fund aids the Fayetteville
Urban Ministry and the “House of
Moses” Crisis Nursery in Lusaka,
Zambia. The Two Cents Offering
received on Sunday, April 26, 2015, was
$784.01. The total to date is $4,125.91. The
next offering will be May 31, 2015.
Memorials &
Honorariums
In Memory of Loraine Dunn by Jewel and Brantley
Vann, Debbie and Lamar Williams, Terry Herndon,
Patsy Markham, Bill and Ginny Coats, Linda Vaughn,
Hiram, Michelle and Randy Canady, Ann Rowell, Tom
and Dee McCutcheon, Betty and Quincy Scarborough,
and special friends.
In Memory of Eleanor Deaton by Jewel and Brantley Vann,
Betty Lewis, Ann Rowell, Dee and Tom McCutcheon,
Betty and Quincy Scarborough, and special friends.
In Memory of Virginia Rose by Grant and Sebrell
Singleton.
In Memory of Scott McFadyen by Grant and Sebrell
Singleton.
In Memory of Thomas Slade Dozier, Jr. by Ann and Buzz
Loyd, and Sandra Joyce.
In Memory of Sally Horne by special friends.
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Information & Directory
Worship Services
Services are held at 8:30 a.m. in the Chapel
and at 10:55 a.m. in the Sanctuary.
Entrances
The main business entrance to the church is
now through the double doors under the porte
cochere. Other church entrances will be open
for Sunday services and other events.
Fellowship
Eller Hall will be the gathering place for fellowship after each service.
Sunday School
(9:45-10:40 a.m.)
Adults
Questers - Dr. Coker/Dr. Norris.....Room 203
The class considers the sermon of the day.
No Name Class........................Activity Room
“Luke, Colossians, & 2nd Peter” These
books uncover the truly amazing side of
what Jesus said and did.
“Wired Word” - Bill McFadyen.......Room 405
Scripture and expert commentary unravel
the headlines of the week.
Fellowship Class..........................The Chapel
Covenant Class..............................Room 416
Friendship Class.............................Room 413
Calvin Class.........................Rankin Building
Youth
Middle School................................Room 232
Serendipity Bible Study
High School...................................Room 228
Living as a Christian in today’s world.
Children
Toddlers (12-24 mo.).....................Room 129
Two-Year-Olds...............................Room 104
Three-Year-Olds...........................Room 118
Four-Year-Olds..............................Room 116
K-1st grade.....................................Room 210
2nd-3rd grade.................................Room 208
4th-5th grade..................................Room 207
Kindergarten through 5th grade start in their
classrooms and then meet together from 9:4510:00 a.m. for group activities, singing, music.
Nursery
For infants......................................Room 128
Upcoming Sermon
May 31, 2015
“It’s a Mystery”
John 3:1-17
Dr. Fowler-Marchant
Communion
June 7, 2015 • The Chapel
The Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper is celebrated at the 8:30 a.m. service of worship
on Sunday, June 7. All baptized persons are invited to participate.
www.firstprez.com
Session Calls Dr. Michael Garrett
Mike graduated from Union
Theological Seminary in VA with a
Master of Divinity degree in 1987.
He later attended Columbia Theological Seminary in Decatur, Georgia, and received the Doctor of Ministry degree in 2002.
Mike began his work in parish ministry by answering a call to
be the associate pastor at the First
Presbyterian Church of Danville, Virginia,
in 1987. In 1992 he answered the call of the
North Avenue Presbyterian Church in Atlanta
to serve as associate pastor for Evangelism
and Pastoral Care. In 1998 he received a call
to come to Colorado’s Corona Presbyterian Church in Denver as senior
pastor, where he served for six and a
half years.
In the fall of 2004 he was called
to come to Westminster Presbyterian Church to serve as senior pastor.
Mike began his ministry at Westminster in January 2005. He comes from
that pulpit to First Presbyterian in
Fayetteville.
In 1984 Mike was married to Marcia. Together they have two children, Tricia and Baxter. Mike enjoys fishing, reading, spareribs,
and hanging out at the beach with his family.
First Presbyterian Officers
2015 session and the diaconate
THE SESSION
CLASS OF 2015
Christopher Taylor Aul
Amos Johnson Chestnutt
Linda Baker Huff
Frank Milo McBryde
Marion (Mick) Jackson Noland
William (Tad) Edward Prewitt
Margaret Ann Griffin Rowell
William (Bill) Leon Senter
CLASS OF 2016
John Stewart Butler, III
Elena Sue Godwin-Baker
Mary Louise McCollough Hagan
Grace McBryde Hall
Denver Ralph Huff, III
Nathaniel (Ned) Lyman Johnson
Burns (Bud) Lafferty
Harry Faison Shaw
CLASS OF 2017
Joshua David Barkman
Barbara Ann Eller
Ann Cameron Highsmith
Daniel Angus McInnis
James Michael Ruff
Catherine Bertie Tilghman
Barbara Christina Ursich
Deborah Murphy Williams
SESSION: NEWLY ELECTED CLASS OF 2018
Sherri Schrum Blight
Wade Evans Byrd
Debra Chestnutt
James Larry Hogan
Frank Royal (Buzz) Loyd, Jr.
CLASS OF 2015
David Wayne Allred
Maude Cornwell Bledsoe
John Franklin Campbell
James Larry Hogan
Matthew (Matt) Corey Howle
Lorene Susan Thomas McBryde
Woodland Bowman Smith
Paul Boyd Sparzak
THE DIACONATE
CLASS OF 2016
Deborah (Debi) Ladner Butler
Sarah Peterson Cromartie
David Kenneth Darden, Jr.
William (Ron) Ronald Darden
Kimberly Pearce Hall
Dianne Moore MacIlwinen
Gayle Williams Martin
Janet Maxwell Prewitt
William C. McFadyen
Catherine Joann Hocutt Pearce
Terry Alan Plummer
CLASS OF 2017
Clayton William “Bill” Deaton, Jr.
Alvin Register Fortson
Lee Ann Harrington Fortson
Kevin Dale Hall
Steve Horosko, III
Kaye Lifsey McRainey
Christopher Brian Pearce
Jeannie Castano Plummer
Chris Bentley, Sr.
Brennan Blue
Erin Jackson
Emily Mullins
Peter MacQueen, III
Hilda Soodoo
John Brawdy
Derek Willmott
Barbara Alexander
Barbara Daniel
Nancy Jensen
Mason Kelly
Meredith
McCambridge
Gillie Revelle
Charlie King
Stella McRainey
James Beffert
Ricky Huff
Tom McCutchen, IV
James Perry
John Elliott
First Press 7 Diane Fanning
7 Trey Grooms, III
7 Michael Nelson
9 Kim Thein
9 Carol Vann
10Jo Leonard
10Scarlett VanStory
11Savannah Faith
Clark
11John McFadyen
11Caroline Norton
12Cooper Barco
12Austin Brown
12Shirley Holstad
12David Uslick
13John Garner Davis
13Kate Hutaff
14Lynn Smith
15Rodney Baker
15Amy Bennett
15Jennie Dwyer
15Ella Jane Henderson
15Pat Jones
15Matt McCambridge
15Kitty Petti
15Ginny Tunnell
16Jonathan Baileys
16Judye Bleecker
16John McCauley
16Tom Prewitt
16Ginny Sandlin
17Macon Bullard
17Cassie Clark
17Jacquie Holcombe
17Kate O’Keefe
17John Rose, Jr.
18Frances Beauchamp
18Chloe Galt
18Matthew McMahon
18Bailey Wells
19Miguel Allen
19Berton Barco
19Dianne MacIlwinen
19Laura Stitt
First Church
 VBS: Registration has begun! Go online
to www.firstprez.com to register. Dates:
July 13-17. Prayerfully consider how you
can help with VBS this year!
 FISHING TRIP: June 6, 9:00 a.m.-2:00
p.m. The Children’s Ministry and David’s
Mighty Men are organizing a trip to Lake
Rim for fishing and a cookout.
 SUNDAY SCHOOL RECOGNITION:
June 7, 9:45-10:40 a.m., in the Activity
Room. Before we begin Summer Sunday
School we want to celebrate and recognize
your child and their accomplishments this
year. Includes cake, refreshments, and a
slide show.
 CHILDREN’S CHURCH: For 4- and
5-year-olds during the 10:55 a.m. service.
The teacher, who will be in the front of the
sanctuary at the start of the second hymn,
will take the children to Room 116.
YOUTH NEWS
YOUTH LOCK-IN on Friday, May 29,
8 p.m. to 8 a.m. Saturday. We head to The
Climbing Place from 9 p.m.-midnight for
rock climbing, games, and pizza. Afterwards
we return to the church for more fun. Cost
is $20. Youth need to bring a completed liability form found on The Climbing Place’s
website (group rates section) or click here.
Mystery TRIP. June 20, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.,
Contact Kelly is you plan to attend. Bring a
towel and a bathing suit.
youth MISSION: Sign up for the youth
mission trip to Washington, D.C.!
JUNE birthdays!
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Children’s Corner
19Angela Williams
20Malachi Jackson
20Lillian Tunnell
21Terry Fox
21Jane Williamson
22Ryan Burrow
22Ashlyn Croy
22Julia Mulvey
22Patty Murray
22John Tyson
22Lamar Williams
23Matthew Akers
23Buddy Williamson
24Beth Bartholomew
24Anna Margaret
Boyette
24Andrew Wells
24Melissa Wilkins
25Lisa Atkinson
25Kevin Dunning
25Rob Elliott
25Wendy Galt
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25Robert Hamilton
26Erin Holmes
26T Holmes
26Millie Kelly
26Timothy Williams
27Drew Baker
27Daina Byrd
27Watson Caviness
27Helen Jane Ellis
27Harris Hill, Sr.
28Jeb Cleveland, Jr.
28Marlene McClain
28Danielle Page
28Mark Vann
30Ann Eller
30Jonathan Griner
30Hannah McFarren
30Megan McFarren
30Hunter Parks
Stephen Ministry expands the care First
Presbyterian Church can offer the congregation.
Your trained Stephen Ministers are here to listen
when you are struggling with loss, hospitalization,
or any event. If you need a Stephen Minister, call
the church office at 483-0121.
SALT Reading Group
Wednesdays • 2:00 p.m.
The Seasoned Adults is
reading “Sensing God:
Reading Scripture with All
Our Senses,” by Roger Ferlo.
The book discussion group
meets in Room 413.
www.firstprez.com
First Church Staff
YOUTH
MISSION
TRIP
MINISTRY
Register for Vacation
Bible School!
Sign Up by
June 1st!
July 19-24, 2015
Register online at www.firstprez.com
Volunteer sign-up is in Eller Hall
and online
Sign-up and $50 deposit required
by June 1st. Save money... the
Washington, D.C., mission trip costs
$250 before June 1. Sponsorships
are available.
July 13-17, 2015
For children in preschool through the 5th
grade.
For information, call Kelly Harrison at
483-0121 & [email protected] or sign up
online at www.firstprez.com
Contact Britany Spivey for more information.
[email protected]
SUPPLIES NEEDED BY VBS
Reception Planned
On Sunday, June 14, immediately following the
10:55 service, a catered reception will be held in
the Fellowship Hall honoring the Cokers. Please
join us in showing our love and sincere gratitude
for the many years Sharon and Jay have served
First Presbyterian Church.
PW Summer Bible
Study
11:00 AM • The Chapel
June 10
Euodia & Syntyche – Philippians 4:2-3
Dr. Coker
July 8
Women of Berea – Acts 17:10-16
Brett Johnson
August 12
Lydia – Acts 16:11-40
Dr. Donna Fowler-Marchant
Be sure to indicate personal items (such as the
ski and camping gear) that need to be returned
Ski gear – winter clothing, etc.
Camping gear – tents, sleeping bags, etc.
Artificial Christmas tree
White flat bed sheets (or light in color)
Re-sealable sandwich-size plastic bags
Plastic table cloths (any color)
Clear plastic shower curtains
Baking soda
Shaving cream
Dawn dish-washing liquid
Wet wipes
Paper towels
Napkins
SALT is collecting non-perishable
food (boxes and cans) and even manual can
openers to assist with the downtown ministry
at Person Street United Methodist Church.
Although a small church, Person Street
feeds the homeless and offers a clothes
closet. Donations are needed.
Pick up your Summer
in the Son brochure for
summertime ministry
activities and events.
Available on tables
throughout the church
and online.
Click here
Dr. Jay Coker, Pastor
[email protected]
Dr. Donna Fowler-Marchant, Minister of
Pastoral Care – [email protected]
Dr. Ben McCoy, Associate Pastor Emeritus
PROGRAM STAFF
Dr. Marcia Mervin, Director of Music
Ministry/Organist – [email protected]
Britany Spivey, Director of Children’s Ministry
[email protected]
Kelly S. Harrison, Director of Youth Ministry
[email protected]
Wanda Ussery, Nursery Supervisor
[email protected]
Charlyne Jones, Director of Children’s Ministry
Emerita
ADMINISTRATION
Brett Johnson, Church Administrator
[email protected]
Joy Keys, Administrative Assistant
[email protected]
Connie Burry, Program Secretary
[email protected]
Jim Blaine, Publications Coordinator
[email protected]
Joan Daughtry, Financial Secretary
[email protected]
Julie MacRae, First School Director
[email protected]
MISSIONARIES
Leon & Jacky Dorleans: Haiti
Charles & Diane Wonnenberg:
Native Americans (South Dakota)
George & Gail McBane: Pakistan
Bill & Nancy Warlick: At-Large
Ted & Sue Wright: Southern Africa
Don & Marta Wehmeyer: Merida, Mexico
Alan & Ellen Smith: Russia
Sunday’s sermon is broadcast at 8:45 a.m. each
Sunday on WFNC Radio, 640 AM on your radio dial.
CONTACT US:
Phone: 910-483-0121
Web: www.firstprez.com
FirstSchool: 910-483-0146
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: www.facebook.com/1stprez
Mission to Mexico
• Mission dates: October 18-24, 2015
• Application deadline: September 1
• Eligibility: Adults 18 years of age and older.
Teenagers 16 and 17 can apply if accompanied
by a parent or guardian.
Cost:
$475 per person, with $100 deposit due
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with application.
• Documents needed: Application, liability
form, copies of medical insurance and passport.
Sign up for this mission trip today!
Forms are available online at www.firstprez.com