Dear Friends,I want to thank you for a great day this past Sunday. The spirit of the Lord was upon us and the spirit among the congregation was wonderful. I felt a sense of anticipation for the future. And, in talking to one of our members, he identified a sense of "friendliness" among us. The attendance at the congregational meeting was outstanding. I am eager to see what God will do as we continue to move forward. Many thanks to all who have worked so hard to bring us to this point. Our theme for the year is Be the Church. One of the most powerful ways of being the church is to live with a future-orientation; looking with anticipation to what God is going to do in our midst. I felt that on Sunday. Now that the election of the Pastor Nominating Committee (PNC) is accomplished, the work is just beginning. The work for the PNC begins as they get to know one another and learn to function as a team, and as they depend upon God to guide us to our next Pastor. Our work of the as a church to support the PNC in prayer is also just beginning. In Exodus 17, the Israelites are in battle with the Amalekites. Moses stands at the top of a hill with his staff raised to the Lord, and we read: Whenever Moses held up his hand, Israel prevailed; and whenever he lowered his hand, Amalek prevailed. But Moses' hands grew weary; so they took a stone and put it under him, and he sat on it. Aaron and Hur held up his hands, one on one side, and the other on the other side; so his hands were steady until the sun set. And Joshua defeated Amalek and his people with the sword. I want to invite us to use this image in support of the PNC as they labor on our behalf to discern God's will for our next Pastor. Let us keep our arms raised to the Lord. Let us be the Aarons and Hurs to support the PNC in their work. And, let us do so in recognition that it is His power and presence that will bring us to discernment, obedience, fruitfulness and joy. Thanks Be to God! Dave Bianchin
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Lost and Found
A lost and found table will be in the south entry on Sundays October 7 and 14. All items left behind will be donated. If you have questions, please contact Joan Guenther.
Parking at 2PC
On October 1, State Farm began removing their downtown Bloomington parking deck located at the southeast corner of our shared lot. During this construction project, parking for 2PC members and visitors will be limited to the Prairie Street lots (including the Capen Building lot) Monday through Friday. On Sunday, 2PC members have access to all of the south parking lot not under construction. Please contact Tammy Haggard with any questions. Community Outreach Dinner | October 7
 The Community Outreach Dinner (COD) is a monthly opportunity to bring the 2PC family together and to invite new people to 2PC. Dinner is from 11am-1pm in Fellowship Hall. Tickets are $6; $2 of that cost is used to fund tickets for 2PC community partners.There is a $22 maximum family cost. All-Church Study | Sign-up October 7  The 2PC fall all-church study begins Sunday, October 21 and it isn't too late to join! Visit the table in the south entry this Sunday from 10-11am. The study text, Everybody's Normal Till You Get to Know Them will be available at the table. If you previously ordered a book, it will also be at the table. Dr. David Bianchin and Dr. John Florell will be our presenters and share on true friendship, authenticity, empathy, conflict and gratitude. You are encouraged to join in this time of learning and fellowship!
2PC Fellowship Golf Outing | October 7
The annual 2PC golf outing is Sunday afternoon. The entry fee is $42 and includes green fees, cart, a light lunch and the chance to win great prizes. You are welcome to go to Ironwood Golf Course Sunday at noon to join this event. PW Circle Meetings | October  Alice Circle | 10am, Monday, October 8 | Westminster Village Lydia Circle | 9am, Tuesday, October 16 | Linda Shirk's home Sarah Circle | 9:30am, Wednesday, October 17 | Suzy William's home Grace Circle | 1pm, Wednesday, October 17 | 2PC Parlor Ruth Circle | 7pm, Thursday, October 18 | Rita Park's home For more information on Presbyterian Women, contact Sandy Groves at 452-4956.
Gathering of Men Lunch Series | October 10, 17, 24, 31
Men, mark your calendars for Wednesdays, October 10, 17, 24 and 31 for a great inspirational speaker and meal at 11:30am. The October 10 speaker, Rev. Chris Malott, was the organizing pastor at Waters Edge, a church plant in Zionsville, IN. He is also the former youth pastor at Zionsville Presbyterian Church, and currently serves as the co-director of The Great Escape Midwest (2PC junior high camp). You are encouraged to bring a friend or co-worker. Contact Rev. Josh Erickson with any questions.
American Red Cross Blood Drive | October 11
Second Pres will host an American Red Cross Blood Drive Thursday, October 11, from 2-7pm. If you last donated before August 16, you are eligible to donate whole blood at this drive. Sixteen year-old students are eligible to donate with a signed parental consent form. Sign up to volunteer in the visitor center or donate blood at Connection Point Sunday morning or contact Barb McGaughan at 830-3434. JOY Fellowship | October 12
Denny Steele will share information about the Western Avenue Community Center at the Friday, 10:30am fellowship. All are welcome to attend. You may also stay for the Friday Prayer lunch ($6). Contact Kim Pare to make a lunch reservation.
Helping Hands Fall Assistance | October 13
 The 2PC Helping Hands Ministry will help with simple fall household projects like raking leaves, trimming hedges or landscape clean-up on Saturday, October 13, from 8am-noon. If you or a 2PC member needs assistance, contact Kim Pare. Also, if you are able to assist with tasks that day, please contact Gene Gant at 963-4361 or Kim Pare.Home Sweet Home Mission 95th Anniversary Benefit Dinner | Registration Deadline October 15Great is God's Faithfulness is the theme of the Saturday, November 3, HSHM benefit banquet  celebrating God's faithfulness over the past 95 years. Phil Newton, author and CEO of Peoria's South Side Mission and Chef Paul's inspiration for 2PC's Culinary Arts Training Academy, will be the speaker. While the banquet is free for anyone who wants to attend, 2PC members may sponsor a ticket for $20 or a table of tickets for $200. You may reserve your tickets by October 15 at this site. Please contact Rev. Dean Kladder with any questions.  All 2PC Kids' and Junior High families are invited to join Wednesday, October 17, 5-7pm event. The evening will include games for the whole family, dinner and a special drama featuring 2PC pastors. Kids can dress in their favorite costume. Dinner is $5 for each non-Kids OK registrant. Contact Miranda Frank with questions. If you have ever been widowed, even if you are remarried, you are invited to attend a delicious Chef Paul brunch on Sunday, October 21 at 10am in Fellowship Hall. Friends are welcome to attend. Please RSVP to Kim Pare by October 14.
Home Sweet Home Ministry Art Show | October 23
Art classes are currently being offered by 2PC artists at HSHM. A few pieces of clients' work are now on display in the 2PC south entry as a preview to their October 23, 6:30-8pm event. Please enjoy the art on display at 2PC and also plan to attend the event at Home Sweet Home Ministry.
Caring for a Loved One With Alzheimer's | October 28
If you, or someone you know, is providing care to someone with Alzheimer's, you are invited to this Sunday, October 28, 2pm seminar in the 2PC Parlor. A video including three interviews with experts will be shown with small-group discussion between each video segment. To RSVP or ask any questions, please contact Rev. Michael McGaughan.Have You Attended?If you have attended a Cursillo, Walk to Emmaus, Great Banquet, T.E.C. or Chrysalis weekend, can you please contact Cheryl Chrisman? She is creating a list that includes your name, type of weekend, when you attended and your contact information. Also, if you are interested in attending one of these events, please contact Cheryl.  |
Kids and Youth  October 10| KOK and Children's Choir
October 7 | Movie night at high school Fellowship, 6-8:30pm showing of The Hunger Games (PG-13). Please note the extended time for this Fellowship. October 10| Powerhouse
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Christian Education Information10:10 - 11am
Adults
The Gospel of Mark led by Dr. David Webb | F100A
Personal Mission Statement Workshop led by Rev. Andrea Haughton Kladder | F100C
Is it Rational to Believe in God? led by Dr. David Anderson | Marquis Chapel
Real Christianity by William Wilberforce led by Cindy Johnson & Marjorie Hauge | Parlor
Children and Youth
Preschool | Martin Hall lower levelElementary | Martin Hall main floorJunior High and High School students | Breakfast in Java Post at 10am Junior High Sunday School | Java Post at 10:15am Chancel Choir Rehearsal | Choir Room at 10:15am
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Calendar
Sunday, October 7
8:15am | Worship | Marquis Chapel
9am | Worship | Sanctuary
10:10am | Christian Education Hour
11am | Community Outreach Dinner | F100B
11:11am | Worship | Sanctuary
Noon | Golf Outing | Ironwood
5pm | Restoration Church Service | F100A
6pm | High School Fellowship | Grace Hall
Monday, October 8
10am | Alice Circle | Westminster Village
1pm | Women's Bible Study | Parlor
Tuesday, October 9
6:45am | Men's Bible Study | F100C
Noon | Caring Ministry | F100C
4:45pm | Adult Education Committee | F202
5pm | Evangelism Committee | F201
5:30pm | TESL | M201
7pm | Deacons | F100A
7pm | Restoration Church Prayer Group | M201 7pm | Boy Scouts
7pm | Youth Committee | Parlor
Wednesday, October 10
9:30am | Sisters | Java Post
11:30am | Gathering of Men Lunch Series | Grace Hall
Noon | Parish Nurses | Grace Hall
2pm | Alcoholics Anonymous | Grace Hall5pm | KOK, Covenant and Cherub Choir
5pm | Powerhouse
5pm | Prayer Group | F203
5pm | Sisters Decaf | Parlor
5pm | Chorale | Marquis Chapel
6:15pm | Chapel Choir | Sanctuary
6:30pm | Bible Study | F204
6:45 | Carillon Choir | Choir Room
7pm | Men's Bible Study | F2037:30pm | Chancel Choir Rehearsal | Choir Room
Thursday, October 11
9:30am | Heritage Committee | M205
1:30pm | Family Ministry Committee | Library
2pm | Red Cross Blood Drive | F100B
4:30pm | Contemporary Band Rehearsal | Sanctuary
6pm | Mixed Boomers Small Group | Library
6pm | Restoration Church Bible Study | M201
6pm | Local Mission Committee | F205
6pm | Second Half Ministry | F100C
Friday, October 12
6:30am | Men's Bible Study | Kep's Restaurant
9:30am | Neighborhood Bible Study | F100C
10:30am | JOY Program | Marquis Chapel
Noon | Friday Prayer Lunch | F100B
Saturday, October 13
8am | Helping Hands Workday | Meet at 2PC
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