Dear Friends,
Scripture instructs us to Make a Joyful Noise Unto the Lord!
I can't think of a better time to recognize this than on Choir Sunday. One of the real joys for me in being here is the music program. I appreciate many things about our program and our music ministers.
First, our musicians clearly focus us on worship. This is so important. While the excellence is appreciated and valued, the thrust of what we do is to give glory to God, and I am so thankful that this aspect comes through so clearly. In listening and in singing, we are led to worship at the throne, to stand in awe of God's grandeur and to meet God personally.
Second, I appreciate the sincerity of our music and our musicians. People are clearly here to use their gifts in the ministry of music. I sense, from leaders to singers to accompanists and everyone else, there is a desire to serve God through the music. It is not merely a performance. There is a servant heart at work, and it is a blessing.
Third, I appreciate the excellence of the program. In terms of both traditional and contemporary music, we enjoy a top-notch program here. When I come to worship I see so many persons giving
themselves in Christ's service through the ministry of music. I am grateful that the notes and words lead me in awe and wonder to
worship the living God.
Fourth, our program is amazingly intergenerational. There is not
a Sunday that we gather that does not give evidence of God working through all ages here at Second Pres. The blessing of seeing and
hearing voices of all generations praising God is a tremendous
encouragement to us all, and a sign that the Holy Spirit is continuing to work in our midst.
So, let us all make a joyful noise unto the Lord! And let us be thankful for those who lead us in song! I hope to see you Sunday.
Alleluia!
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2PC News
Sermons on YouTube
You can click on the dates below to watch that morning's sermon. April 22 April 15 April 8 April 1
Gathering of Men Lunch Series | Today!
The Gathering of Men lunch series carries the theme, News Too Good To Keep. Enjoy an inspirational message over a Chef Paul lunch in Grace Hall. The cost is $8. Dr. Don Crittenden, 2PC Director of Mission and Discipleship, will be the speaker at his last Gathering of Men Lunch.
Doctors in Concert | April 27 A benefit for the Children's Discovery Museum will be held on Friday,
April 27, at 7pm in the 2PC sanctuary. Local doctors will showcase their musical skills. Tickets may be purchased by calling 433.3444 or at the door.
Choir Sunday | April 29  Plan to join in worship on Sunday, April 29, to celebrate the rich tradition of choirs at 2PC. After a traditional 8:15am service in Marquis Chapel, there will be a single 10am worship service with all 2PC choirs in the sanctuary.
Congregational Meeting | April 29 Following the 10am Choir Sunday service, there will be a congregational meeting for the purpose of electing a Mission Study Team. This is the first step in the process of calling a new installed pastor to 2PC. There will also be exciting news about the Let Your Light Shine capital campaign! Second Pres will destroy the mortgage on the sanctuary. We are so blessed! This is a year earlier than anticipated. Come and be part of this celebration! You will also hear about plans for improvements and repairs to our church campus.
Membership Exploration Course | begins May 3 If you've visited 2PC for a while, or are wondering about church membership, you're invited to the upcoming Membership Exploration Course. The course introduces 2PC's vision, lets you meet others coming into the life of 2PC, teaches about church membership and fulfills a 2PC membership requirement. The kickoff dinner is Thursday, May 3, followed by a class on Saturday, May 5. On Sunday, May 6, new members are introduced to the congregation. Childcare and meals are provided. You can go here for more information or contact
Rev. Dean Kladder. Email Tiffany Ward to register.
Chick-fil-A Leadercast | May 4 2PC will host this world-class leadership event for the 8th year on Friday, May 4. Speaker information is here and registration information is here. Broadcast live from Atlanta, Georgia, it will be seen by 125,000 people around the world. Speakers include nationally recognized leaders, including Soledad O'Brien of CNN; award winning authors Patrick Lencioni and Marcus Buckingham; Angela Ahrendts, President of Burberry Corp.; Andy Stanley of North Point Church and Tim Tebow. Another speaker is Sheena Iyengar, a visually-handicapped Harvard University professor whose choices led her to write a the book, The Art of Choosing.
Choice is the theme for this year's event. The choices you make define the person you are and will become. Your choices determine the impact you have on everyone around you, whether at home, in the workplace or your community. Plan to be inspired, encouraged and challenged. The cost for this event is $65 and includes all training sessions, a continental breakfast, sit-down lunch and afternoon drinks. Contact Dr. Don Crittenden with questions about this event. Online registration will close April 30. Walk-in registration will be available for $70 on the day of the event.
50th Anniversary Celebration | May 6
If you and your spouse will celebrate your 50th wedding anniversary (married in 1962 or before) sometime in 2012 and haven't previously attended the 2PC celebration brunch, please contact Terri Thede. Adult Education Opportunity | Beginning May 6 We find ourselves perplexed by evil in the world, natural disasters and illnesses. Dr. Don Crittenden will teach a class beginning Sunday, May 6 and concluding Sunday, May 27, entitled Jesus and the Power of Evil. It will look at Jesus' ministry in light of His battle with Satan. The class will meet in F100C at 10:10am. JOY Spring Banquet | May 11  Bill Kemp, librarian/archivist for the McLean County Museum of History, will present stories about about some curious chapters in local history, such as the life and times of Leonard "Baby" Bliss, a 500-plus pound Bloomington resident who became a nationally known bicycle showman and the 1830-31 "Winter of Deep Snow" that threatened early pioneers. The annual JOY Spring Banquet is at noon in the Fellowship Hall. The cost for this event is $6, payable at the door. Please RSVP to Kim Pare. Chiapas Mission Trip | June 16
A 2PC Mission team will travel to Mexico to assist at the recently completed Hands of Christ Medical Clinic. Please pray as they prepare, travel and serve the Chiapas people that week. You can also donate non-prescription reading glasses in strengths of 1.0-2.25; non-prescription sunglasses; multi-vitamins (adult, prenatal and children's chewable); toothbrushes/toothpaste (your dentist may share samples); glucometers & current unused strips (your doctor may share samples). Collection baskets are at Connection Point and the Prairie Street entrance. Contact Gretchin Cetin at 662-5441 with any questions.Parents of 2012 Graduates  If your son or daughter is graduating from high school, college or a post-high school program this spring, 2PC is eager to celebrate with you! Families of high school seniors should have received a letter from Rev. Josh Erickson outlining how 2PC plans to honor those graduates and what information should be returned to the church. If you didn't receive that letter, please contact Janice Bauder. Families of college or post-high school program graduates should submit the student's name, school attended and the degree/program completed to Janice. Pioneer Woman
Dr. Roane Deckert's powerful limestone sculpture, Pioneer Woman, has been placed at the juncture of the atrium and the new Mother/Baby Unit at Advocate BroMenn. The Advocate BroMenn Foundation will purchase the statue after they receive donations totaling $39,000 (the appraised value).
Please click here to donate by credit card or click here to donate by check, or pick up these forms and a self-addressed stamped envelope at Connection Point Sunday to mail your contribution. Once the funds are raised, the Foundation will purchase Pioneer Woman.  2PC Mission Group Sale | Thank You
Thank you to the volunteers who spent hours at the Interstate Center, the small groups who supported the event and the countless individuals who served last week! Whether you shopped the sale, donated bake sale goods, provided meals for the workers, donated items, gave financially to the sale or supported the event in other ways, you are appreciated. Because of your generosity, the 2012 2PC Mission Group Sale was a success and an amazing week of fellowship, service and being the church. Over $28,000 was collected on the day of the sale. We are truly grateful to be a part of such a giving church family. The 2013 2PC Mission Group Sale will be April 13 at the Interstate Center...save the date! Thank you again!
The Group Sale Team | Bret and Linda Reinthaler, Sue Hughes and Cathy Teague American Red Cross Blood Drive | Thank You The April 18 American Red Cross Blood Drive at 2PC collected 58 units of blood. Thanks to all the donors and volunteer workers who made this a successful effort. The next 2PC Blood Drive will be Wednesday, June 20.
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Kids and Youth
 June 18-22 | Kids' Overnight Camp, grades
3-5 2011-12 school year
June 19-21 | Kids' Day Camp, grades K-2 2011-12 school year
July 23-27 | VBS, age 3 by 9.1.12 through grade 5 2012-13 school year
Registration information is available here.
Sunday, April 29 | High School Fellowship
May 6 | Commissioning Sunday
May 20 | Graduation Sunday
June 24-30 | High School Mission Camp, Grand Rapids, MI ($375) Registration information is available here. July 9-14 | Jr. High Camp, Green Lake WI ($375) Registration information is available here.
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Christian Education Information10:10 - 11am
No Christian Education Classes will meet Sunday, April 29 (Choir Sunday). The following classes will be offered when classes resume Sunday, May 6: Adult Christian Education Jesus and the Power of Evil led by Dr. Don Crittenden | F100C
The Gospel of Mark led by Dr. David Webb | F100ACan We Integrate Science with Faith? led by Dr. Scott Hamilton | F201
The Good and Beautiful Community led by Gregg and Barby Pratt
Mecherle (SG Network) | F203
Ephesians Bible Study led by Brian and Julie Hiles | F202
Children and Youth Preschool | Martin Hall
Elementary | Martin Hall Junior high and High School students | Waffles in Java Post at 10am Junior High Sunday School | Java Post at 10:15am Chancel Choir Rehearsal | Choir Room at 10:15am High School Sunday School | 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month from
12:12-1:30pm in Grace Hall and Java Post
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Calendar
Sunday, April 29
8:15am | Worship | Marquis Chapel
10am | Choir Sunday Worship | Sanctuary
5pm | Restoration Church | F100A
6pm | High School Fellowship | Grace Hall
Monday, April 30
7pm | 2PC Men's Softball Game | Champion Field #4
Tuesday, May 1
6:45am | Men's Bible Study | F100C
12:30pm | Prayer Quilt Committee | M201
1pm | JOY Committee | F100C
1:30pm | Heritage Committee Work Session | M201
5:30pm | Global Leadership Committee | F205
6pm | Trustees | F203
7pm | Restoration Church Prayer Group | M201
7pm | Boy Scout Meeting | Scout Room
Wednesday, May 2
9am | Sisters | Java Post
2pm | Alcoholics Anonymous| Grace Hall
5pm | Chorale Rehearsal | Chapel
5pm | Prayer Group | F203
6pm | Chapel Choir Spring Party | Chuck and Cyndy Irwin's home
6:30pm | Bible Study | F204
6:30pm | TESL class | M201
7pm | Men's Bible Study | F203
7:30pm | Chancel Choir | Choir Rooms
Thursday, May 3 Noon | Scrapbooking Small Group | Grace Hall
4:30pm | Contemporary Band Rehearsal | Sanctuary
5pm | Local Mission Committee | F205
6pm | New Member Dinner
6pm | Mixed Boomers Small Group | Library
7pm | Merge Women's Small Group | Parlor
Friday, May 4 6:30am | Men's Bible Study | Kep's Restaurant
9am | Chick-fil-A Leadercast
Noon | Friday Prayer Lunch | Bloomington Avanti's
2PC 2012 Commissioning Class
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