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This Sunday, November 20, 2011     

 

Children's Sabbath, New Member Sunday 

8:15 in the Chapel 
9:30 and 11 a.m. services in the Sanctuary 
 

     

Sermon: "Free-Range Christians"

Children these days are pushed to excel in everything they do. From endless homework to traveling sports teams to hours of music rehearsals, their path leaves little room for unplugged play. The same is true for overworked, overextended adults. What does it mean for our faith lives if we are "all work and no play"?

 

Preaching: Rev. Nicole Bates 

 

Music: At the 9:30 and 11 a.m. services, the Sanctuary Choir will sing "Now Thank We All Our God" by Hal Hopson. 

 

Sunday's Bulletin l This Sunday's Christian Education 

Events at PHPC this Sunday

 

Panhandlers Steel Drum Band in Worship  

The Panhandlers Steel Drum Band will participate in the 9:30 and 11 a.m. worship services. Don't miss this unique addition to our worship experience.  

 

Pick up Advent Devotionals

Our Advent season devotionals are available starting this Sunday. This year's devotional, In This Season: Reflections on Advent from Austin Presbyterian Seminary Community, will be available at the doors of the Sanctuary and Chapel. You can also pick up a copy at the Atrium counter throughout Advent.    

 

Last Sunday to Order Poinsettias

This Sunday is your last opportunity to purchase poinsettia plants to enhance the holiday worship experience at PHPC. You may purchase these plants in memory of or in honor of a loved one or any other appropriate dedication. Information from the donor form will be placed in the December 11 bulletin. Order forms are available in the church office.

 

Yule Feast and First Friday Tickets Available

Yule Feast is Sunday, December 11, in Jubilee Hall. You can find more information and even buy tickets online at www.phpc.org/yulefeast.

 

Jac Alder, co-founder and executive producer of Theatre Three, will be our speaker at this month's First Friday Luncheon. You can purchase tickets at the Atrium counter starting this Sunday. Find more information online at www.phpc.org/firstfriday.  

 

Advent Celebration 

This year's Advent Celebration will have crafts, stories, and music that will celebrate the reason for the season. We'll meet Sunday from 4 - 5:30 p.m. in Jubilee Hall. This event is designed for kids ages 3 - 8 and their parents. You'll take home kid-friendly items that will help your family prepare for Christmas. Please bring some cookies to share!

 

PHPC's Angel Tree

Our Angel Tree is up in the Atrium. You'll be able to adopt a VMLC student or donate money to Good Shepherd Community Center. Look for more information in this Sunday's bulletin. 

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The PHPC Youth cordially invite the whole congregation to a family-friendly Thanksgiving Breakfast and Worship on Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, November 24, from 9 - 11 a.m. in Founders Hall. Breakfast will be served at 9 a.m., and worship starts at 10 a.m. Reservations are not required. Come enjoy great food, fellowship, and a service of thanksgiving organized by the youth to start your Thanksgiving day. This annual event has been a PHPC tradition since 1952!
Thanksgiving at PHPC

  

On Wednesday, November 23, the church office will be open from 9 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. Creative Palettes Art and Bridge will not meet; regular scheduling resumes the following week.

On Thursday, November 24, the church will be open for the Thanksgiving Breakfast and Worship in Founders Hall, but the office will remain closed. Tai chi will not meet on this day.

On Friday, November 25, the church will be closed.