November 8 - First Presbyterian Church

Volume 12, No. 45 ˜ November 8–14, 2015
Ministry News
Activities Ministry, Lindsay Graham
THANKSGIVING AT THE GROVE PARK INN
On Thursday, November 26, enjoy a Thanksgiving to
remember in the Grove Park Inn’s Grand Ballroom.
Cost is $55 for transportation to Asheville and the
buffet extravaganza. We depart at 10:30am and
return at 3:00pm. Contact Donna Roper (droper@
firstpresgreenville.org, 672.0372) for reservations.
JOIN OUR TOUR OF THE HOLY LAND!
The FPC Activities Ministry will lead a Holy Land
Tour September 18-27, 2016. Early Bird Savings are
now available for this trip of a lifetime! Brochures
are in literature racks and at FirstPresGreenville.
org. Questions? Contact Donna Roper (droper@
firstpresgreenville.org, 672.0372).
Children’s Ministry, Tina Jones
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD SHOEBOX DRIVE
Be a part of changing children’s lives all over the
world in Jesus’ name through a simple gift!
•Pick up a shoebox and instruction pamphlet in
the Loggia or Fellowship Hall
•Fill the box with the items requested
•Return it by Sunday, November 15.
Questions? Contact Tina Jones (672.7031 or tjones@
firstpresgreenville.org).
SHOEBOX PACKING PARTY DONATIONS NEEDED
All children grades K4–5th will be participating in
a Shoebox Packing Party in the Gym on Sunday,
November 15, during the 10:45 and 11:00am
worship services. Please donate items for the
children to pack, such as new and gently used small
stuffed animals, mini balls, hygiene items, and art
supplies (see the complete list at SamaritansPurse.
org). Bring to Children’s Ministry.
Volunteers are also needed during the packing
party. Please contact Tina Jones at tjones@
firstpresgreenville.org or 672.7031.
Family Ministries, Phil Hargrove
FAMILY FIRST NOVEMBER 8
On Sunday, November 8, 9:45–10:30am, come
to Harper Chapel for a Family First discussion on
creating margins and overcoming busyness. Guest
speaker is Rev. Dr. Shelton Sanford.
CSI SINGLES DINNER NIGHT NOVEMBER 13
CSI, Christian Singles Interacting, will meet for Dinner
Night at Acropolis Restaurant (3620 Pelham Road)
on Friday, November 13, at 6:00pm. To reserve your
spot at the table, please contact Dave Preuninger,
[email protected].
First Presbyterian Academy, Tom Roe
ACADEMY FALL FESTIVAL THANKS
Last Friday’s Academy Fall Festival fundraiser was a
great success and a lot of fun. A big THANK YOU to
all who donated, volunteered, and attended!
Men’s Ministry, Phil Hargrove
THE SENIOR GUYS: LUNCH AND DISCUSSION
This group of mostly retired men meets Thursdays,
12:00–1:30pm in the Formal Dining Room for
lunch ($7), discussion, fellowship, and prayer.
On Thursday, November 5, Carl Evans will lead a
discussion on devotional life. For details, contact
Bob Jones, [email protected].
Missions, Brian Stewart
APPLY NOW FOR MISSION TRIP TO THE DR
Join us for our next Mission Trip to the Dominican
Republic January 30–February 6, 2016. Deposits
are due November 21. For more information, go to
RestorationLaRomana.org/trips or contact Autumn
Clark ([email protected], 672.0370).
MISSIONS CONFERENCE IN INDIA
Rev. Brian Stewart will travel to India November 4-18
to teach at an annual missions conference. A group
of Presbyterian Churches in Kolhapur (4 hours south
of Mumbai) has a vision for planting 1,000 village
churches by the year 2025. Leaders from ECO and
the Independent Presbyterian Church of Brazil will
be a part of the team that will speak to their pastors
and evangelists. Please pray for Brian’s teaching and
health during this trip.
Music & Arts, John Gentry
“JOSEPH” TICKETS ON SALE NOW
Tickets are now on sale for “Joseph and the Amazing
Technicolor Dreamcoat” coming up November 1315 at The Block Theater. Presented by the Resonate!
Players, this all-new production will feature more
than 30 First Presbyterian youth choir members.
Performances will be Friday at 7:30pm, Saturday
at 3:00 and 7:30pm, and Sunday at 3:00pm.
Purchase tickets ($12 adults/$5 students) in the
Vineyard bookstore or at FPCJoseph.com.
Student Ministries, Charlie Buchanan
YOUTH CONFIRMATION CLASS FOR GRADES 6-8
A Confirmation Class led by Rev. Charlie
Buchanan for youth in grades 6-8 will begin
Wednesday, January 13, 5:30–6:00pm in Room
316. In order to confirm their baptism, students
are encouraged to attend Confirmation Class,
which helps them consider the claims of Jesus
and the Christian Church, the truths of the gospel,
and the call to faith in Christ. Online registration
will soon be available. Please watch the weekly
newsletters, bulletins, and information racks for
more information.
Women’s Ministry, Tim Leslie
WOMEN’S MONTHLY CIRCLES
The following circles will meet in homes this week.
Other circles are listed in the Calendar.
09/10: Circle 5 (10:30am) will meet in the home of
Gena McGowan, 925 Cleveland St. #213 (01).
Circle 7 (10:30am) will meet in the home of
Sandra Beckham, 212 Carilion Lane (17).
09/12: Circle 3 (6:30pm) will meet in the home of
Brenda Evans, 108 Lynchester Road (15).
09/13: Circle 9 (10:00am) will meet at Rolling
Green Village in Palmetto Conf. Room A (15).
Young Adult Ministry, Phil Hargrove
CELEBRATE FRIENDSGIVING NOVEMBER 29
In this season of gathering together, all young
adults are invited to celebrate Friendsgiving with
the Journey Sunday School Class on Sunday,
November 29, 9:45–10:30am in the Parlor. Sign
up to bring a dish to share; contact Anna Louise
Carter ([email protected]) for details.
Announcements
KRISTALLNACHT PRESENTATION NOVEMBER 9
Come hear “Testimony to the Human Spirit: a
Holocaust Survivor’s Story,” by Robbie Waisman,
on Monday, November 9, at 7:00pm in the
Furman University Younts Center. Please email
[email protected] with questions.
NEW DIRECTOR OF STEWARDSHIP POSITION
The Session and the FPC Foundation Board
have approved a new Director of Stewardship
position. The person called to this position will
be responsible for shepherding the members of
our church in the biblical principles of stewardship
and working in conjunction with the Foundation
to help members discern God’s plan for the
division and gifting of their God-given wealth.
Position requirements include the following: a
heart for ministry, a sense of calling, a shepherd’s
heart, good people skills, business experience
(ideally as a financial planner, trust officer, or
other related business experience), and effective
communication skills. For more details, contact Dr.
Shelton Sanford, Executive Director, at ssanford@
firstpresgreenville.org or 672.1755.
FIRST PRES ROSE WINDOW ORNAMENT
Just in time for gift-giving, the
Vineyard bookstore is offering a
new First Pres ornament featuring
our Sanctuary’s beautiful Rose
Window. Each individually boxed
ornament costs $10. They are
now available in the Vineyard in limited quantity.
SANCTUARY FLOWERS
If you would like to provide Sanctuary flowers
in memory or honor of a loved one for Sunday,
November 15 or 29, call Karen Franzen, 235.0496.
Honors & Memorials
AGAPE CLASS
In loving memory of:
Jim Dickenson by Mr. Hamlin M. Withington.
Jeannette Hayward by Mr. and Mrs. George Johnson;
Ms. Sandy Doblar; Ms. Sue Mallon.
CHURCH MEMORIAL FUND
In loving memory of:
Jeannette Hayward by Mr. and Mrs. Wake Myers.
John Kabas by Dr. and Mrs. Barry Davis; Mrs. Doris
Small.
PRAYER MINISTRY
In honor of:
Marian Austell by Mrs. Roberta Maddox.
TURNER MEMORIAL FUND
In loving memory of:
Jim Dickenson by Mr. and Mrs. Tom Drake; the Agape
Class.
Dr. Art Dunlap by Dr. and Mrs. T. G. Hanner.
Jeannette Hayward by the Agape Class.
John Kabas by Mr. and Mrs. Tom Drake.
YOUTH MINISTRY
In loving memory of:
Kitty Norman by Dr. and Mrs. T. G. Hanner.
Calendar for the Week
COMMITMENT SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8
Pastor of the Day: Stan Johnson (423.2067)
8:30am•Worship Service (Sanctuary)
9:30am•Continental Breakfast (Memorial Hall)
9:45am•Sunday School
10:45am•Ignite Worship (Fellowship Hall)
11:00am•Worship Service (Sanctuary)
4:00pm•“Joseph” Rehearsal (The Block)
5:00pm•GriefShare Support Group (Room 305)
6:00pm•Youth House Groups (Off campus)
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 9
Pastor of the Day: Tim Leslie (423.2063)
5:30pm•Worship & Music Committee (Room 261)
6:00pm•Diaconate Meeting (Formal Dining Room)
6:15pm•“Joseph” Rehearsal (The Block)
7:00pm•Community Bible Study (Harper Chapel)
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 10
Pastor of the Day: Charlie Buchanan (561.6346)
8:30am•Women’s Study: The Family of Jesus (Room 314)
10:30am• Circle #4 (Room 210)
•Circle #6 (Parlor)
•Circle #8 (Room 212)
•Circle #10 (Formal Dining Room)
3:30pm•Covenant Ringers Rehearsal (Room 402)
6:00pm•Pack 11 Webelos (Scout Hut)
6:15pm•“Joseph” Rehearsal (The Block)
6:30pm•Worship Team Rehearsal (Fellowship Hall)
7:00pm•Tuesday Evening Prayer Service (Harper Chapel)
•Boy Scout Troop 11 (Scout Hut)
VETERANS DAY WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11
Pastor of the Day: Phil Hargrove (423.3455)
9:30am•Women’s Study: Misreading Scripture (Room 212)
10:00pm•Healing Prayer Leadership (Parlor)
11:30am•Luncheon Bible Study (Fellowship Hall)
5:15pm•Wednesday Advantage Supper (Fellowship Hall)
•Missional Ministry Committee (Room 261)
5:30pm•Stephen Ministry Facilitators (Room 212)
5:45pm•Nursery Care–age 0-2 (Nursery Suite)
•Junior High Roots (Youth 354)
6:15pm•Bible Study–age 2-3 (Room 215E)
•Bible Study–grades 1-2 (Room 323)
•Bible Study–grades 3-5 (Room 318)
•Cherub Choir–age 4-5 (Room 317)
•Covenant Choir–grades 3-5 (Choir Room)
•Cathedral Ringers Rehearsal (Room 402)
•Men’s Fraternity: Authentic Manhood (Room 301)
•Missional Church Leadership (Room 316)
•Boundaries in Marriage (Parlor)
•Experiencing the Grace Life (Room 210)
•Fire on the Mountain (Formal Dining Room)
•Level 1 Prayer Training (Room 303)
•“Joseph” Rehearsal (The Block)
6:30pm•Bible Study: Creeds (Fellowship Hall)
6:45pm•Bible Study–age 4-5 (Room 323)
•Carol Choir–grades 1-2 (Room 317)
•Radiance Young Women’s Bible Study (Off campus)
7:30pm•Senior High Roots (Youth 352)
•Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal (Choir Room)
•Young Adults Pickup Basketball (Gym)
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12
Pastor of the Day: Tim Leslie (423.2063)
7:00am•Men’s Prayer Breakfast (Formal Dining Room)
8:00am•Women’s Prayer Group (Room 212)
9:00am•Women’s Praise & Worship (Harper Chapel)
9:30am•Women’s Study: The Promised One (Room 305)
•Women’s Study: Genesis—Joseph (Room 301)
•Women’s Study: Matthew (Room 323)
10:30am•Level 2 Prayer Training (Room 303)
11:00am•Women’s Discussion: Voice of God (Parlor)
12:00pm•Women’s Study: Voice of God (Parlor)
•Senior Guys’ Luncheon (Formal Dining Room)
1:00pm•Level 4 Prayer Training (Room 303)
6:00pm•Circle #2 (Formal Dining Room)
6:15pm•“Joseph” Rehearsal (The Block)
6:30pm•Tiger, Wolf, Bear Cub Scouts (Scout Hut)
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13
Pastor of the Day: Tim Leslie (423.2063)
9:00am•High School Moms in Prayer Group (Room 352)
10:00am•Bulletin Stuffing (Room 254)
•Circle #9 (Rolling Green Palmetto Conf Rm A)
6:00pm•CSI:Singles Dinner Night (Off campus)
7:30pm•“Joseph” Performance (The Block)
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14
Pastor of the Day: Tim Leslie (423.2063)
7:00am•Men’s Cycling Club (Parking Lot)
3:00pm•“Joseph” Performance (The Block)
7:30pm•“Joseph” Performance (The Block)
A W E E K LY N E W S L E T T E R O F F I R S T P R E S B Y T E R I A N C H U R C H , G R E E N V I L L E , S C
Worship
Assignments for November 8th
Connections Greeter Team:
8:30 Service (8:10am): Ann Crider (Loggia), George and Lou Creswell
(Memorial Hall), Beverly Brown (Sanctuary) – 2 greeters needed.
Sunday School (9:20am): Millard and Margaret Goodnough (Portico),
Sara Morris (Loggia), Trey Suggs (Choir Room), Chad Brown (Academy)
– 3 greeters needed.
11:00 Service (10:40am): Sanford and Heather Ware (Portico), Judy
Klotzbach, Kathy McGee (Loggia), Muff Harner (Memorial Hall), Jim
Watson (Sanctuary), Chris Buffington (Choir Room), Martha Beth Sturgis
(Washington/Richardson).
STEWARDSHIP SUNDAY
Veterans Day
NOVEMBER 8, 2015
8:30 and 11:00am Worship
10:45am Ignite Worship
“CONTAGIOUS COMMITMENT”
Exodus 14
Rev. Dr. Richard Gibbons
9:30am – Continental Breakfast
9:45am – Sunday School
Nursery Workers: (9:25) Barb Fountain, Molly and Elijah Murphy, Jill
Hutchinson, Brandon Dean, Betsy Littlejohn, Jen Pestrak, Abigail Martin,
Suzy Hwang; (10:45) Marty Garrison, David and Tiffany Hammett, Dan
and Lynda Hoover, Harper Buffalo, Lindsay Melzer.
This WEDNESDAY
NOVEMBER 11, 2015
Bible Study (12:30pm & 6:30pm)
New volunteers are always welcome!
Dr. Richard Gibbons
“The Nicene & Apostles’ Creeds for Today”
To join the Connections Greeter Team:
Contact Chad Brown at [email protected].
Wednesday Meals (11:30am & 5:15pm)
Spaghetti with Sauce, Beef Burgundy
Steamed Rice, Breaded Okra
Broccoli and Cauliflower
Buttered Corn, Salad Bar
Assorted Breads and Desserts
To join the Nursery Team:
Contact Evelyn Penkert at [email protected] or 672.1843.
Joyce Adams, Judy Adams
Doane August
William “Billy” Beavers
Jennifer Bridges, Lynn Campbell
Roger Chastain, Jim Clary
Sally Coble, Valerie Cooke
Jean Corbin, Debbie Davidson
Ray Denny, Emily Doll
Charmaine Dunn, Marilyn Fain
Sarah Fain, Pam Faw
Norma Floyd, Natalie Gibson
Eula Goforth, Motte Gray
Natalie Hall, Jay Huff, Amy Hunter
Claire “Cee Cee” Kaylor
Bettie Landreth, John Loft
Bobbie McCall, Janet MacCallum
Faye Mulligan, Kent New
Betty Parker, Walker Phillips
Ann Marie Poe, Brenda Preston
Betty Putman, Pat Quarles
Jonas Ramirez, Terry Richey
Bob Shell, Bertha Mae Sims
Sandra Spradlin, Debbie Troxell
Mary Lou Vassar, Dot Whitesides
Jocelyn Williams, Barry Wimberley
Bold = New
Italics = In Hospital
PRAYER REQUEST LINES
Prayer Requests: 672.1838
Prayer Appointments: 672.1848
Congregational Care Director
Tammy Burkhalter: 672.0327
November 8–14, 2015
Contact Us
WHAT’S INSIDE
200 West Washington Street
Greenville, SC 29601
Commitment Sunday November 8
RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED
Family First November 8
phone 864.235.0496
fax 864.235.0698
website FirstPresGreenville.org
email [email protected]
facebook.com/firstpresgreenville
Operation Christmas Child
Shoebox Drive & Packing Party
“Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor
Dreamcoat” Tickets on Sale
Broadcast
Journey Class Friendsgiving
TELEVISION
First and Foremost Program
on WHNS-TV FOX Carolina
Sundays at 10:30am
New Director of Stewardship Position
For more information about
the ministry of FPC, visit
FirstPresGreenville.org
“Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously
will also reap generously. Each man should give what he has decided in his heart to give,
not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.”
The chart below represents an approximate monthly commitment at various income levels.
Annual Income
12%
250,000
2,500
200,000
2,000
150,000
1,500
100,000
1,000
80,000
800
60,000
600
40,000
400
30,000
300
10%
9%
8%
7%
6%
5%
4%
3%
2%
2 CORINTHIANS 9:6-7
1%
2,083 1,875 1,667 1,458 1,250 1,042 833 625
417
208
This
coming Sunday we will have
the
opportunity to present our financial commitments to our
1,667 1,500 1,333 1,167 1,000
833 667 500
333
167
church
during
the
worship
services.
Please take time this week to pray with your family and be
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875
750
625 500 375
250
125
833
750
667
583
500
417 333
167 commitment
83
prepared
Sunday
to turn
in 250
your
cards. If you are unable to attend Sunday, please
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333 267 200
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67
mail
them
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or drop
them
by the church office.
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450
400
350
300
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100
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Encourage
children
make
commitments
as well. This is a great time to teach them the
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biblical principles of stewardship.
Recognizing God as the provider of all good gifts, I/we intend to return a portion of those gifts
toward this year’s ministry and mission of First Presbyterian Church.
Total Expected Giving for 2016 $
Printed Name
Signature
Date
q I would like to continue and/or begin receiving offering envelopes.
q I would like to begin giving using automatic withdrawals (ACH)
(Please complete the Bank Draft Authorization form below and return to the Accounting office.)
q I am currently giving using ACH and have no account information changes.
Please change my ACH amount effective ___/___/16 to $
per draft.
q I am currently giving using ACH but my account information has changed.
(Please complete the Bank Draft Authorization form below and return to the Accounting office.)
Give online!
You may also give online using ACH or debit cards at FirstPresGreenville.org.
Please remember First Presbyterian Church and FPC Foundation in your estate planning.
Bank Draft Authorization (ACH)
tach voided check or bank-provided
routing slip here.
Deposit slips cannot be accepted.
November 8–14, 2015
COMMITMENT SUNDAY NOVEMBER 8
I authorize First Presbyterian Church to debit my bank account for my contributions. FPC withdraws on
the 5th and/or the 15th of each month.
Amount of contribution per draft: $
Frequency: q 5th q15th
I understand this draft process may take up to ten days to begin.
I will provide First Presbyterian Church with ten days written notice when I wish to have this electronic
draft terminated or make a change to this draft.
Account Name (print)
Routing/transit number
Account Type (check one): q Checking q Savings
Account Number
Date you would like First Presbyterian Church to begin drafting your account:
We anticipate needing $5.5 million to continue our
ministries as they are. All the funds which exceed this
amount will allow us to expand our ministries as we
seek to fulfill our calling to grow faithful Christians to
engage and impact the culture with the transforming
power of Jesus Christ. There is much to be done!
Watch your mail this week for your commitment card,
fill it out, and bring it to church this Sunday.