Dear Friends, I want to begin by thanking all of you who have made a financial pledge for 2013. Pledging is an act of faith, and the prayerful consideration of it is also an act of faith. So, thank you, not only to those who brought pledge cards to church on Sunday, but to those who decided to take them home and prayerfully revisit their pledge. I am grateful for the spirit of faith and discernment that is growing among us as we look ahead to what God will be doing in our midst in the coming days, months and years. One of the joys of life is the sense of anticipation. We exercise this, for example, when the children are discovering something new, when the strawberries are almost ripe, when we know we have done something well or when we sense that God is working in our lives. In all these cases, we experience not only the joy of the moment, but the joy of the future which is anticipation. This past week I had the pleasure of having dinner with one of our church families. It was a joy to be in their home and to receive their wonderful meal and hospitality. At a deeper level, it was an even greater joy to talk to one another about the work God has done in our lives, and how we see God continuing to work in our marriages, children, professions, friendships and here in our church. We prayed about the work God will continue to do. Every time we gather in fellowship with one another, and share these "God sightings," we are building one another up. This is one of the greatest gifts we can give one another. Not only does it point to God's work here and now, it also keeps alive a sense of anticipation about what God will do. The Message translation of Proverbs 29:18 says: If people can't see what God is doing, they stumble all over themselves; But when they attend to what he reveals, they are most blessed.As we help one another see what God is doing, it blesses us all! Alleluia!Dave Bianchin
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2PC Stewardship
As 2PC continues to celebrate the ways that God uses our treasure to serve him, we hope you are able to return your pledge card soon. To assist those who can't regularly attend worship, reminder letters will be sent as the campaign progresses. Whether or not you are able to pledge, please return your pledge card so you can be removed from the follow-up list.
Clad Tidings Urgent Need
As the cold winds begin to blow, Clad Tidings (2PC's clothing pantry) is in URGENT need of mens coats size large, XL, 2XL and up. Please clean out your closets and share what you can for the people who are cold and don't have a winter coat. Any donations can be dropped off at Connection Point or near the 2PC receptionist's office.
"Whatever you did for the least of my brothers, you do unto me." Matthew 25:40
Time Change | November 4 
As a reminder, daylight saving time will end at 2am on Sunday, November 4. Don't forget to turn your clocks back an hour or you'll arrive extra early for Sunday morning worship!
All-Church Study | Continues Sunday
The 2PC fall all-church study continues Sunday and it isn't too late to join! Come to Grace Hall at 10am to register. Rev. David Bianchin and Dr. John Florell will be the presenters and share on true friendship, authenticity, empathy, conflict and gratitude. You are encouraged to join in this time of learning and fellowship.
2PC Congregational Meeting | November 4
A congregational meeting will be held on Sunday, November 4, after the 11:11am service in the sanctuary to vote on a change in the terms of call of Rev. Andrea Haughton Kladder. All members should be in attendance, and all visitors are welcome. Andrea has requested a change from full-time to part-time work. This has been approved by the Personnel Committee and endorsed by Session. Community Outreach Dinner | November 4  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 Saints Service | November 4
2PC will host an All Saints worship service on Sunday, November 4, at 2pm in the sanctuary. This service will honor those who have gone before us, and serve as a reminder of the hope of heaven and the assurance of eternal life with Christ. Candle lighting and a service of communion with all the saints will be part of this service. Please contact Dr. Judy Webb with any questions.
Election Day Prayer Service | November 6
God tells us to pray for our nation and our leaders. On Tuesday, November 6, Marquis Chapel will be open from 8am to 7pm for a time of prayer. Rev. Dean Kladder will lead a brief service at noon. Please enter the building near the receptionist's desk. JOY Fellowship | November 9
Molly Householder from Westminster Village will share information about exercise at the Friday, 10:30am fellowship. All are welcome to attend. You may also stay for the Friday Prayer lunch ($6). Call Kim Pare to make a lunch reservation.
Boy Scout Troop 3 Pancake Breakfast | November 10, 11
The countdown to the Boy Scout's 10th annual pancake breakfast has begun! Advance tickets are available Sunday at Connection Point. The cost is $5 for adults and $3 for children and includes pancakes, sausage, milk, juice and coffee. You can enjoy the pancake breakfast on Saturday, November 10, from 8am to 1pm or on Sunday, November 11, from 10am to 1pm. Tickets can also be purchased at the door or by contacting Ellen and Mark Wylie at 829-6246. All proceeds benefit 2PC's Boy Scout Troop 3.
Veterans Day Recognition Brunch | November 11
Second Pres is honored to host the annual Veterans Day Recognition Breakfast on Sunday, November 11, at 10am in F100A. Veterans from all branches of service, including those currently serving in reserve units, are invited to attend with guests. This is a free event, but please make a reservation by contacting Kim Pare or stopping by Connection Point. Your service is valued, and we hope you can attend this event!
Food Drive | November 11, 18 and 25  The Western Avenue Community Center food pantry has been open since 2000 and serves 500 families monthly. Beginning November 11, bags and boxes of food will be available in the sanctuary to purchase for donation to the pantry. Simply make your selection, bring it to the south entry and make your payment. You may also donate food you purchase or write a donation check in the south entry. Contact Rev. Dean Kladder with questions.
Priority Partner Food Pantry | November 12-20
Volunteers are needed to assist at the Home Sweet Home Ministries food pantry in November. Although our food drive donations are being directed to Western Avenue, 2PC is still committed to assist HSH with sorting and packing the donations they receive from other sources. More information about this opportunity is at Connection Point. You may also contact Gretchen Cetin or the 2PC office to sign up to assist.
College Ministry Event | November 13
Regular meetings of 2PC-connected college students will be offered on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. This will kick-off Tuesday, November 13, at 7:30pm at the Coffeehouse in Normal. Also, on Saturday, November 24, at 7pm plan to hang out and reconnect with church friends at Jay and Cheryl Chrisman's home as we expand the 2PC college ministry. Questions? Contact youth intern Derrick Rohl.
PW Circle Meetings | November 14, 15 & 20
 Sarah Circle | 9:30am, Wednesday, November 14 | Muriel Riddle's home Grace Circle | 1pm, Wednesday, November 14 | Ginny Spellman's home Ruth Circle | 7pm, Thursday, November 15 | Martha Everman's home Alice and Lydia Circle | 9:30am, Tuesday, November 20 | Westminster Village For more information on Presbyterian Women, contact Sandy Groves.
JOY Trip | November 16 Registration Deadline
Join the JOY group for a matinee showing at the Bloomington Center for Performing Arts to see Away in the Basement: A Church Basement Ladies Christmas on Tuesday, December 18 at 2pm. The ticket price is $24. Contact Dave Haake at 828-3591 with questions or to reserve your spot.
Thanksgiving Worship and Dinner | November 22  Following worship at 10:30am on Thursday, November 22, enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving dinner with all the trimmings at 11:30am. The cost is $7 per adult, $4 per child and maximum of $25 for immediate family members. Extended family and friends are welcome also. No advance ticket sales will be held this year.
New 2PC Website | November 25
On Sunday, November 25, a professional photographer will be in the building taking pictures of the worship service, the 2PC building and casual pictures of members. These pictures will be used in the development of a new 2PC website scheduled to be active January 1, 2013. If you have any questions, please contact Terri Thede.
Exploring Membership at 2PC | November 29,
December 1, 2
Explore what it means to serve Christ at 2PC by attending the New Member Exploration Course. Meet others interested in membership and the 2PC pastors. Meals and childcare are included. A dinner on Thursday, November 29, at 6pm will kick-off this process. The class will also meet Saturday, December 1, from 9:30am-noon. New members will join in worship on December 2. Register by calling or emailing Rev. Andrea Haughton Kladder.
Christmas Poinsettias  To honor someone's memory with a poinsettia, cards to order memorial flowers are at Connection Point and the front desk. The live memorial poinsettias are shared at the Advent Dinner and then with 2PC members who are shut in or managing health issues. The order deadline is Sunday, December 9, and the suggested donation is $12. Contact Rev. Michael McGaughan with any questions.
Young Adult Addresses Needed
If you have contact/address information for young adults who are local or away at school and still consider Second Pres their church home, please send that information to Rev. Josh Ericson or Derrick Rohl. This includes high school graduates through graduate school students. Whether they are in school, the military, the work force or unemployed, 2PC wants to stay in touch.
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Kids and Youth 
November 7 |KOK and Choirs
November 4 | High school Fellowship November 7 | Powerhouse, Carillon and Chancel Choir November 18 | Dodgeball tournament (BIG event) at Fellowship
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Christian Education Information
10:10 - 11am
Adults
All-Church Study | Everybody's Normal Till You Get to Know Them | Grace Hall
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, November 4
8:15am | Worship | Marquis Chapel
9am | Worship | Sanctuary
10:10am | Christian Education Hour
10:10am | All-Church Study | Grace Hall
11am | Community Outreach Dinner | F100B
11:11am | Worship | Sanctuary
2pm | All Saints Service | Sanctuary
5pm | Restoration Church Service | F100A
6pm | High School Fellowship | Grace Hall
Monday, November 5
6:30pm | Pastor Nominating Committee | Staff Lounge
Tuesday, November 6
6:45am | Men's Bible Study | F100C
Noon | Children's Ministry Committee | F100C
12:30pm | Prayer Quilt Committee | M201
1pm | JOY Committee
5pm | Global Leadership Committee | F205
5:30pm | TESL | M201
6pm | Trustees | F203
6:30pm | Withers Board | Parlor 7pm | Boy Scouts
7pm | Restoration Church Prayer Group | M201
Wednesday, November 7
9:30am | Sisters | South Entry
2pm | Alcoholics Anonymous | Grace Hall
5pm | 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
6:45pm | Carillon Choir | Choir Room
7pm | Men's Bible Study | F203
7:30pm | Chancel Choir Rehearsal | Choir Room
Thursday, November 8
9:30am | Heritage Committee | M205
4:30pm | Contemporary Band Rehearsal | Sanctuary
6pm | Mixed Boomers Small Group | Library
6pm | Restoration Church Bible Study | M201
6pm | Second Half Ministry | F100C
Friday, November 9
9:30am | Neighborhood Bible Study | F100C
10:30am | JOY Program | Marquis Chapel
Noon | Friday Prayer Lunch | F100B
Saturday, November 10
8am | Boy Scout Pancake Breakfast | F100B
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