 Electronic Newsletter
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One Great Hour
of Sharing
is an offering that makes the love of Christ real for individuals and communities around the world who suffer the effects of disaster, conflict, or severe economic hardship, and for those who serve them through gifts of money and time. Today, projects are underway in more than 100 countries, including the United States and Canada. One Great Hour of Sharing funds make disaster relief, refugee assistance, and development aid possible.
Collection Day is Easter Sunday, April 8th. |
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Other News...
The FBS Blood Drive
is Sunday, April 22. There is currently a shortage of O Negative Donor Trauma Blood so please consider donating blood in April. All donors will also receive a wellness checkup of blood pressure, pulse, temperature and iron count, plus a cholesterol screening as a health benefit. You can sign up to donate online at Florida Blood Services or on the sign up sheet on the bulletin board in the west narthex.
Did You Know???
The floral arrangements each Sunday (unless the donor requests otherwise) are delivered to shut-ins, members or friends of the church who are hospitalized, or loved ones who are suffering from an illness or loss. If you know someone whose spirits would be lifted by receiving a floral arrangement, contact the church office with their information.
There are still Sundays available if you would like to place flowers in the sanctuary in honor, memory, or in celebrations of a friend, family member or an event. The cost is $25.
Congratulations
to Tom & Linda Loomer, who were married on March 17th at Stone Lake Ranch.
Please note in your Church Directory
The couple will reside at:
4708 Lighterwood Way, Valrico, 33596
813-661-8960
Free Twin Adjustamatic Bed
If you could use a twin adjustamatic bed, please contact Laura Ross at 334-4653. The bed is owned by another member of our church and has asked her to find a home for it. You have to pick it up, but the bed is free. |
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Greetings!
Welcome to First Presbyterian's Electronic Newsletter. For those of you looking for a more traditional layout of the Happenings, please click on "PDF version" located in the top left block. |
Dinner will be Thursday, April 5th at 6:30pm in Mauldin Hall, followed by Worship and Communion.
Reservation are REQUIRED for dinner. Deadline is Sunday, April 1st.
RSVP now for dinner and pay at the door when you arrive, by calling the church office (689-4597), filling out the tear-off in the weekly bulletin or registering by clicking here. |
The Journey for Control Diabetes Workshop continues...
"Are We there Yet?"
Come join us as we further explore how to make healthy food choices. On Saturday, April 21st, from 10 am-noon, in the Campbell Discipleship Center Room 104. Please call Pat Ogden at 653-1899 for more information. |
The Passion of Our Lord,
Jesus Christ
A Service of
Lenten Music
presented by
the Chancel Choir
under the direction of
Mark Prater
April 1, 8:30 & 11am |
Easter Eggstravaganza
Saturday, April 7, at 10:30am. We'll gather in Mauldin Hall for games and crafts. Then we'll hunt lots of eggs.
Please bring a basket for your eggs and a lunch dish to share. |
Severe Storms Attack the
Midwest and Southeast
February 28 to March 3 there was a powerful and deadly storm system that moved through the Midwest down to the southern part of the country. The system spawned many tornadoes that caused the destruction of hundreds of homes, injuries, and more than 40 deaths.
The Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) is actively following reports of the tornado damage. Funds from One Great Hour of Sharing are being dispersed to several mid-councils and the PDA is waiting for more requests for assistance as damages are assessed.
If you would like to help, you can make financial gifts to the PDA General Account - DR000148 or One Great Hour of Sharing.
Our best response is prayer. Please pray for those in the storm-stricken communities including congregations, families, and those seeking to salvage what little the storms left behind. Also pray, for strength for those offering assistance, and for those who will participate in the recovery efforts in the upcoming days and months.
One Great Hour of Sharing will be collected
on April 8th |
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Thank You...
- ...for all the cards, prayers and kind words following the passing of Alice Giro, our sister-in-law. -Sandy & Don Steigerwald
- ...Dear wonderful First Presbyterian Family, Just a short note to say how much Rebekah and I have appreciated the outpouring of love and concern this past week, through my brother Geoff's last days and his release into peace. The Communion of the Saints is a tangible grace that reaches into our hearts and our grief and heals us. You are all deeply loved, and these few words can't begin to express how much you mean to us. We are grateful and we are full. In love and because of love, DEREK
- ...to all the Sunday School Teachers for keeping attendance each week. God Bless, Lillian Del Vecchio
- ...to Steve Parker, Diana Pollard, & Angela Zane for donations to the Strawberry Shortcake Sale. -The Youth
- ...to the King Family for donating a basketball goal! -The Youth
- ...to those who helped with the last edition of The Happenings: Jeanne Currie, Lillian Del Vecchio, Karen Fleming, Terrie Morrison, and Jane Scott.
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