Dear Friends,
With Memorial Day weekend upon us, it feels like summer has arrived. The 85-degree weather probably also has something to do with it! It feels like a new time in the year. And with the school year ending, it really is.
I was so moved on Sunday by the many graduates we recognized: from high schools, colleges and our Culinary Arts Training Academy. It was a joy to celebrate with all of them! Graduations are significant because they recognize persons having successfully completed something significant. They have worked hard, learned much and passed requirements. Graduations are also significant because, with one challenge completed, something new is on the horizon.
Douglas Cranston's message tied very well into the activities of the day, as he reminded us that Christ's sacrifice accomplished fully and exactly what God had always intended; and that in Christ our sins are forgiven. That is also cause for celebration. It also signifies something new, that we walk from now into the future as forgiven people; something completed, and something new coming.
One of my seminary professors was known for his writing on the Kingdom of God, and Dr. Ladd's theme about the kingdom was that Christ's Kingdom is "... already but not yet...." Christ has ushered into our world the Kingdom of God; it is here already. But it is not yet fully revealed, and will not be fully revealed until God wraps up history and welcomes us home. Our lives are built on the sure foundation of Jesus Christ, but the next days are filled with persons, activities and events that we don't yet know about.
I think one of the challenges of the Christian life is living in the tension of the "already but not yet." In Christ we are fully redeemed and fully set free to live joyous, victorious lives. And yet, there is more to come: a new season to live into, a fresh chapter to be revealed, a greater depth of God's love to experience and a greater servanthood to live.
I am thankful for this reminder that Christ is working right now in our lives, and also that he who began a good work in us will be faithful to complete it. (Philippians 1:6) Thanks be to God!
Alleluia!
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2PC News
Sermons on YouTube
You can click on the dates below to watch that morning's sermon. May 20 - visiting pastor, Rev. Douglas Cranston May 13 May 6 April 22
Website Email Difficulty
If you need to contact a 2PC staff member by email, please use the email address on the Connect sheet (on the other side of the Sunday morning Pastor's Page). The email links on the 2PC website are currently not working. For nearly every staff member, the correct email address is firstname.lastname@secondpres.info.
Officer Nomination Form
In the Sunday, May 13, Pulse, there was an Officer Nomination Form. Another copy will be in the Sunday, May 27, Pulse. A copy of the form is here. The Leadership Development Nominating (LDN) Committee can greatly benefit from your suggestions for Elders and committee members. The open Elder positions are noted at the top of the form and committees needing members are shown at the bottom. Additional forms are available at Connection Point.
Chancel Choir Pre-Tour Concert | June 3
The 2PC Chancel Choir will present a pre-tour concert at Westminster Village on Sunday, June 3, at 6:15pm. All 2PC members are invited to attend. Eagle Scout Court of Honor | June 3 All 2PC members are invited to attend the banquet for Troop 3 at 12:15pm in F100A and the Court of Honor ceremony which will follow. The ceremony will include the induction of the 2PC troop's 150th Eagle Scout. The cost of the banquet is $10, payable at the event, and children 10-and-under are free. Please RSVP by the end of today to Mark Wylie at 829-6246. Movie Night at 2PC | June 3-July 22  In lieu of summer Sunday morning Christian Education, everyone is invited to attend movie nights in Grace Hall. An optional discussion time will follow. Mark your calendar for June 3, 10, 24 and July 1, 8, 15 and 22 at 6pm. Popcorn and drinks will be provided. Childcare will be available on June 3, 24 and July 8. June 3 - Up - PG - 1 hour 36 minutes June 10 - Ground Hog Day - PG - 1 hour 41 minutes June 17 - No movie - Chancel Choir Home Concert, 7pm June 24 - The Voyage of the Dawn Treader - PG - 1 hour 53 minutes July 1 - Moneyball - PG-13 - 2 hours 13 minutes July 8 - Finding Nemo - G - 1 hour 40 minutes July 15 - The Help - PG-13 - 2 Hours 26 minutes July 22 - To Kill A Mockingbird - PG - 2 Hours 9 minutes Chiapas Mission Trip Update | June 15
The team will leave the evening of Friday, June 15, and will return on Sunday, June 24. Is God tugging on your heartstrings to become involved? Please contact DeAnn Worth at 824-6742.
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.
Dr. Crittenden's Farewell Plans | June 24 and 28 On Sunday, June 24, Dr. Crittenden will share his final sermon at a 10am service. There will not be an 8:15am Marquis Chapel service that day. A reception with appetizers will follow the worship service.
On Thursday, June 28, a Final Lecture event with dessert will be in F100A from 6:30-8pm. Please RSVP to Kim Pare if you need childcare.
Philippines Mission Trip | July 11  The Philippine Mission team leaving July 11 needs your help in collecting school and medical supplies. School supplies can include crayons, pencils, pens, scissors, pencil cases, erasers, rulers and backpacks. If you are a child sponsor and want to give a very special gift to your child, a filled backpack would be a blessing. Medical supply donations may include antibiotic cream, band-aids of all sizes, aspirin, ibuprofen, Tylenol and medication for upset stomach. Containers are in the south entry and near Prairie Street entrance through July 1. Thank you for blessing the children!
Vacation Bible School | July 23-27 Sky is the theme for VBS at 2PC this summer. At Sky, kids age 3 by September 1 through grade 5 in the upcoming school year will discover that everything is possible with God! There will be Bible-learning experiences where kids can see, hear, touch and taste their daily lesson. Team-building games, Bible songs and tasty treats will also be part of their day. Plus, kids will discover how to see evidence of God in everyday life.
The registration deadline is June 24 and forms are available at Connection Point and outside Marquis Chapel. If you have questions, please contact Keri Parker at 828-6297.
Children's Ministry Fall Intern  2PC Kids is looking for a faithful Christian with a heart for kids to serve 15-20 hours a week during the fall 2012 semester. The job description and application information is available here. Contact Rev. Andrea Haughton Kladder for more information.
Chancel Choir Director Position Available Second Pres is seeking a director for the Chancel Choir beginning August 15 following Amanda Murray's faithful service. The job is open to 2PC members and is a 10 hour per week salaried position. The Director will musically, relationally, spiritually and administratively lead the Chancel Choir (9-12 grade). For more information, please contact Dr. Judy WebbNews from the 2PC Finance Office
 Did you know you can receive your contribution statements via email? If you prefer electronic statements over paper statements, please contact Mary Flannery from the email account that should receive your statements. As summer months approach, you can also establish automatic withdrawal for your contributions. If you're interested, please contact 2PC Controller, Peggy Tobin.
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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, May 27 | NO High School Fellowship
June 3 | Westminster Village pre-Chancel Choir tour concert, 7:15pm
June 22 | High School party at the Amble's home, 6-9pm, snacks and drinks will be provided, bring towels and life jackets (if you have one), incoming freshman are encouraged to attend
June 24-30 | High School Mission Camp, Grand Rapids, MI
July 9-14 | Jr. High Camp, Green Lake WI ($375)
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Christian Education Information10:10 - 11am Adult Christian Education
The Gospel of Mark led by Dr. David Webb | F100AChildren and Youth classes are on break until
Rally Sunday, August 26.
Chancel Choir Rehearsal | Choir Room at 10:15am
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Calendar
Sunday, May 27
8:15am | Worship | Marquis Chapel
9am | Worship | Sanctuary
10:10am | Christian Education Hour
11:11am | Worship | Sanctuary
5pm | Restoration Church | F100A
Monday, May 28 | Memorial Day
2PC Building Closed and No Activities Scheduled
Tuesday, May 29
6:45am | Men's Bible Study | F100C
1:30pm | Heritage Committee Work Session | M201
5:15pm | Worship Planning | F204, F205
6:30pm | LDN | F203
7pm | Restoration Church Prayer Group | M201
7pm | Boy Scout Meeting | Scout Room
Wednesday, May 30
2pm | Alcoholics Anonymous| Grace Hall
5pm | Prayer Group | F203
6:30pm | Bible Study | F204
7pm | Men's Bible Study | F203
Thursday, May 31
4:30pm | Contemporary Band Rehearsal | Sanctuary
6pm | Mixed Boomers Small Group | Library Friday, June 1
6:30am | Men's Bible Study | Kep's Restaurant
9:30am | Neighborhood Bible Study | F100C
Noon | Friday Prayer Lunch | F100B
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