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Point Pleasant Presbyterian Church
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Weekly News for
Sunday,
February 2, 2014
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POINT BEACH PREP
OPEN HOUSE THIS SATURDAY
10:00 AM TO 12:00 PM
(SEE BELOW FOR MORE INFORMATION)
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Dear Friends,
The following prayer is taken from the book Celtic Blessings and Prayers, Making All things Sacred, by Brendan O'Malley. May this prayer be with you throughout your week.
The arm of God be about you,
The way of Christ guide you,
The strength of the Spirit support you.
God be with you on the smooth paths;
Christ be with you in the storms;
The Spirit be with you at all times.
The holy God encircle you and keep you safe;
The mighty God defend you from all dangers;
The loving God give you his peace.
Pray for peace
Speak of peace
Think of peace
Act in peace,
And the peace of the Lord
be always with you.
The Creator who brought order out of chaos,
give peace to you.
The Savior who stilled the raging storm,
give peace to you.
The Spirit who broods on the deeps,
give peace to you.
God grant you peace
to achieve peace
to radiate peace
to extend peace
to live in peace.
- David Adam, "The Open Gate"
See you in Church this Sunday.
Peace and Blessings,
Linda
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This Sunday
Sunday, February 2, 2014
Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Scout Sunday
The. Rev. Linda Chase preaching: "FROM THE BOTTOM UP"
Matthew 5:1-12
9:00 a.m. - Youth Connection
10:00 a.m - Worship/Communion/
Special Music
10:00 a.m. - Church School begins in Worship
11:00 a.m. - Communion Brunch
11:15 a.m. - Confirmation Class
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Souper Bowl of Caring
" Lord, as we enjoy the super bowl, remind us that there are people without a bowl of soup."
 Souper Bowl of Caring is a nation wide event held on Super Bowl Sunday each year. Our youth help collect the money and food that we donate to a local charity. Last year, we raised over $300 for the SPCA to help feed the hungry animals that lost their homes and families during Hurricane Sandy. This year, we are collecting for souper bowl a little differently. Please look for specially marked envelopes for your contribution. These envelopes can be placed directly into the offering plate, and will be counted by the Youth Connection. We will report back on how much we collect and where we chose to donate! |
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Scout Sunday
 T his Sunday we observe Scout Sunday, honoring the members and adult leaders of the church's Troop 6, Boy Scouts of America, and Pack 6, Cub Scouts of America. Members of the Troop and Pack will usher on Sunday, as well as serving as worship leaders.We're proud of these organizations sponsored by our church, that have been a positive blessing for young people and their families for generations.
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Communion Brunch
 Following the service, join us in the C.E. Annex for our monthly Communion Brunch.
We will have plenty of delicious items including a chocolate fountain and Rich's Eggs Benedict. We missed everyone last month but we are looking forward to seeing you this Sunday.
A free will offering defrays expenses.
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Prayerfully Consider
"Never stop praying, especially for others. Always pray by the power of the Spirit. Stay alert and keep praying for God's people." - Ephesians 6:18 (CEV)
The Prayer family for the week of February 2 is the Rampone family. Let us be prayerfully aware of Christopher, Christie, Rylie and Reece as well as all our members and friends.
Other prayer concerns: Katherine Feldman (sister of Bill Shoppell); Terry (friend of Theresa Williams); Lincoln (Grandson of Joan Kocur); Josh Pittman; Sajen Hendricks; Colin Wykoff; Nicholas Hudnut; Brad Mogenson; Carl Wilton; Ralph Smith; all those in the military, as well as those struggling with addictions and mental illness.
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 CHECK FOR SNOW CANCELLATIONS - In case of snow, please check the main page of the church website or the voice mail message about worship service times (732-899-0587) for the latest information about cancellations of church activities.
ST. GREGORY'S PANTRY - Pantry items are running low. Donations are always appreciated. WOMEN'S BEAN PROJECT AT THE COMMUNION BREAKFAST - During Communion Breakfast, the Judith-Rachel circle will be in the CE Annex this Sunday selling soup mixes from the Women's Bean Project. The Women's Bean project employs chronically impoverished and unemployed women through a transitional job in gourmet food and handcrafted jewelry manufacturing so they are able to receive immediate income. These soup mixes were quite popular at the Mission Fair. The Judith-Rachel circle is happy to continue offering them.
FREE RESPIRATORY HEALTH SCREENINGS - Deborah Hospital will be holding Respiratory Health Screenings at the Pine Belt Arena Toms River North High School, 1245 Old Freehold Road, Toms River on February 8 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. This is quick lung functioning test which can help surface diminished respiratory functioning due to mold, asbestos, or other toxic elements and other conditions. The test takes 5 minutes and is free to anyone over the age of 12. Call 1-800-555-1990 to schedule an appointment. |
 Kenya Mission Trip Are you open to thinking outside the box? Would you be open to a totally new and exciting adventure? Read what follows and before you say, "Oh, I could never do that" ask yourself, what if you did? Jesus invited his first disciples to "Follow me..." Are you willing to follow him.....all the way to Kenya? MBF (Medical Benevolence Foundation) invites YOU to participate in a Medical Mission trip to Tumutumu, Kenya in June. June 6 - 21, 2014
Sign up for this opportunity to meet and serve beside fellow brothers and sisters in Kenya. This is a great opportunity to help make an impact!
Tumutumu Hospital, started in 1909, is located in the Central Highlands of Kenya, 80 miles north of Nairobi. It is a 203-bed hospital, owned and governed by the Presbyterian Church of East Africa. Tumutumu provides general health care, surgery, pediatrics, OB/GYN and outpatient services. The hospital also has a Nursing School for training Registered Community Health Nurses. MBF is currently managing a project to upgrade the facilities and capacity of the nursing school.
There is a great need for surgeons on this trip - however, there is a need for all medical personnel including, but not limited to: physicians, surgeons, nurses, family practitioners, OB/GYN, internists, pediatricians, dentists, dental hygienists, physical therapists, lab techs, IT and communications, pastors and lay people. You do not need to be in the medical profession to go on this trip - there will always be a job to be done.
Medical volunteers will serve under the direction and supervision of Tumutumu Hospital staff, participating as appropriate in hospital rounds, outpatient clinics, rural health clinics and public health education forums. Non-medical volunteers will assist in the support departments and are invited to serve as "prayer warriors" and spiritual support to hospital staff, students and patients as requested.
Volunteers and hosting staff will have opportunities to exchange knowledge and participate in discussion forums, learning from one another and building relationships.
For more information email or call Sue Haas at shaas@mbfoundation.org or 800-547-7627, ext. 109. More information is also availabe on our website.
Blessings,
Andy
E Andrew Mayo
CEO MBF (Medical Benevolence Foundation)
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 Bible Study Living the Heart of Christianity Bible Study continues this Monday We will meet in the Fellowship room in the Church at 10:30 a.m. Please read Session 9 |
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 What's Up in Sunday School?
Last week we had fun learning about Joseph and his role as Jesus' Earthly Father. We also explored what our names meant. Noah and Luke Steinert especially liked looking up what their parents and friends names meant. Do you know what your name means? Do you know what Jesus' name means?
Upcoming Event - March Madness
Starting in March the Sunday School Will be having a contest of who can commit themselves to attending the Ash Wednesday service (March 5), the 6 Sundays in Lent, and then Easter. The children who complete this goal will get special recognition and a prize.
I invite all parents to encourage their child to complete this challenge. Sunday School meets every week in the Christian Education Building at 10:20 following the Time For Children. All Children Ages 3-12 are welcome to attend. This week we will be learning about Mary and her role as Jesus Mother.
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 OPEN HOUSE
We will be having an Open House
Saturday, February 1, 2014 10am-12pm.
Please recommend us to any interested friends with children ages 2 1/2 - 6 years old. Our hours are 8:30am-12pm with Lunch Bunch from 12-1pm.
Church members receive a 15% tuition discount. Siblings receive a 10% discounted rate.
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Groups Staying in the Volunteer Village
Groups have been arriving and staying once again at our Volunteer Village. The following is our latest list of groups scheduled.
Feb 3-7 Presbytery of North Central Iowa, Waterloo, IA
Feb 16-21 Lend A Hand
March 9-15 Helping Hands, Allentown, PA
March 16-21 Lend A Hand
Apr 6-12 Helping Hands, Allentown, PA and Red Stone Presbytery, Export, PA
Apr 13-19 Gaithersburg Presbyterian Church, MD
Apr 27-May 1 Lend A Hand
May 4-10 Lakeside Presbyterian Church, Storm Lake, IA
May 18-23 Lend A Hand, and First Presbyterian Church, Portville, NY
June 1-7 Reserved
June 8-14 Trinity United Presbyterian Church, Modesto, CA
June 15-20 Lend A Hand
June 22-28 Presbytery of Western Kentucky, Henderson, KY
July 6-12 First Presbyterian Church OKC, Oklahoma
July 7-12 York United Presbyterian Church, York, NY
July 13-19 First Presbyterian Church, Cartersville, GA
July 20-26 Presbyterian Church Morristown, Morristown, NJ
July 27-Aug 1 Lend A Hand
Sep 7-13 Pass A Grille Beach Community Church, St. Pete Beach, FL
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Italian Dinner
On Saturday, February 22, from 5:00-7:00 pm, the Youth Connection is again offering its traditional Italian Dinner. The menu will be delizioso!
Seating is restaurant-style with Youth Connection members taking orders and serving. No reservations required.
The free-will offering, after costs of the meal are covered, will be used to fund Youth Connection events.
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Calendar For The Week
 The latest edition of the church calendar is available online, on the church's website.
Sunday, February 2
9:00 a.m. - Youth Connection
10:00 a.m - Worship/Communion/Special Music
10:00 a.m. - Church School begins in Worship
11:00 a.m. - Communion Brunch
11:15 a.m. - Confirmation Class
Monday, February 3
9:00 a.m. - PPPC Prayer, Sanctuary
10:30 a.m. - Bible Study, Fellowship Room
6:15 p.m. - Choral Bells, Fellowship Room
7:00 p.m. - Deacon's Meeting, Chittick Lounge
Tuesday, February 4
6:45 p.m. - Scouts
Wednesday, February 5
9:00 a.m. - Women's Breakfast at the Rainbow Diner
5:00 p.m. - Dove Choir Rehearsal
Thursday, February 6
7:30 a.m. - Men's Breakfast
4:30 p.m. - Daisy Girl Scout
7:30 p.m. - Chancel Choir
Friday, February 7
Saturday, February 8
Sunday, February 9
9:00 a.m. - Youth Connection
10:00 a.m - Worship/Healing Prayers/Choral Bells
10:00 a.m. - Church School begins in Worship
11:15 a.m. - Confirmation Class
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 February Birthday Blessings
Feb 1 Jean Findlay, Charlotte Rath
Feb 2 Kim Wilson, Chris Castronuova
Feb 3 Sandro Barbieri, Jovie Hall
Feb 4 Robin DeRosa, Michael Koolidge, Helen McKay
Feb 5
Feb 6 Laurie Borkowski, Russell Gilbert, Jean Stoll, Gwendolyn Whitworth
Feb 7 Heather Ackerman, Jake Brzyski, Jarod Brzyski
Feb 8
Feb 9 Peter Farwell
Feb 10 Kathleen Clayton, Nancy Cook, Annaliese Gilbert, Betty Schroeder
Feb 11 Ryder Lucich, Samantha Sellmann, Karyn Smykowski, Marion Squilanti-Johnson
Feb 12 Elizabeth Havranek
Feb 13 Niccole Lucich
Feb 15 Jeannie Fiocchi-Marden, Samuel Muraglia
Feb 16 Julie Budrick, Ryan Lees, Emma Scarpone, Virginia Zimmerman
Feb 17 Sue Hankins, Nicole Kirk, Henry Kirk, Morgan Sarbello, Ryan Wittmann
Feb 18 Grace Gravino, Kylee Kells, Mary Wade
Feb 19 David Ackerman, Harvey Mendelsohn, Timothy O'Neill
Feb 20 Jennifer Culos, Erica Thieleman
Feb 21
Feb 22 Muriel Carlson-Simon
Feb 23 Terri Satterlee, Bill Williams
Feb 24 Jamie McGuire, Heidi Steinert
Feb 25 Scott Nelson
Feb 26 Tyler Barbieri, Allan Novick,
Feb 27 Thomas D'Amore, Acacia Evans
Feb 28 Emily Birdsong, Ellen Hank
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Upcoming Events - Mark Your Calendar  February 22 - Youth Connection Italian Dinner
February 23 - Bell Festival Toms River
March 5 - Ash Wednesday
Additional information will follow
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Pastors
The Rev. Carl Wilton, Ph.D., Pastor
The Rev. Linda Chase, Associate Pastor
Office Staff
Kim Gaydos, Church Secretary
Donna Ferry, Financial Secretary
Dee D'Amore, Volunteer Village Bookkeeper
Nancy Stout, Treasurer
Music Staff
Sara Hoey, Organist
William Shoppell, Chancel Choir and Choral Bells Director
Rebecca Muraglia, Acting Dove Choir Director
Christian Education Staff
Courtney Norton, Youth Connection Coordinator
Sarah Morrison, Church School Coordinator
Devlin House, Point Beach Prep Preschool Director
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Point Pleasant Presbyterian Church
701 Forman Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
(Corner of Bay and Forman Avenues)
Church Office: 732-899-0587 Fax: 732-899-2946
Visit us at http://www.pointpresbyterian.org
Church Office: mail@pointpresbyterian.org |
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