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Point Pleasant Presbyterian Church
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Weekly News for
Sunday,
March 16, 2014
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Dear Friends,
 There is an expression that says, "God is in the details." I take that to me, that we experience God not only in the big moments, the big events of life - births, deaths, weddings, etc. We also experience God in the wonders of sunrises and sunsets, majestic mountains - all the beauty of nature. However, there are all the details most of us don't even think about as well - like breathing and the ability to think and talk. God is in those "details" which are so vital to our lives. A few Sundays ago I got dressed for church and hurried out the door. As I recall, services went fine and it was a good morning. When I got home, I went to change clothes to be more comfy. Off came my shoes and it was then that I made a discovery...I had put on and worn to church one navy blue shoe and one brown shoe. I had not even noticed this detail. Then started me thinking about how often in life I get too busy to take note of the details; details like a child's smile or a hand offered in help. It made me be more mindful of all the God infused details that fill my life and I expect fill your life as well. For some the motto may be "Wake up and smell the coffee" but I am holding onto becoming more aware of God being in the details.
Peace and Blessings,
Linda
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This Sunday
Sunday, March 16
Second Sunday in Lent
The Rev. Claire Pula preaching: "PIECING IT TOGETHER"
9:00 a.m. - Youth Connection
10:00 a.m - Worship/Choral Bells
10:00 a.m. - Church School begins in Worship
11:00 a.m. - Sandwich Sunday
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Sandwich Sunday
 This morning the Kitchen Team will be once again offering Sandwich Sunday. This light brunch/lunch held in the Education Annex. A free-will offering will be received to cover expenses, with anything left over going to Mission.
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"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 person for the week of March 16 is Helen Unglaub. Let us be prayerfully aware of Helen, as well as all our members and friends.
Other prayer concerns: Morgan Daniels; Judy Antonucci; Karin (niece of Linda Smith); Kathryn Feldman (sister of Bill Shoppell); Carl Wilton; Ralph Smith; all those in the military, as well as those struggling with addictions and mental illness.
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 OFFICE HOURS - The Reverend Linda Chase is at the Church on Sundays, Mondays and Wednesdays. Being that her duties have expanded and her time is limited, please call the office and schedule a time if you would like to meet with her. As always she is available for home and hospital visits for those in need. Also a reminder that the church office is closed for lunch from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.
POINT PLEASANT BOROUGH HIGH SCHOOL proudly presents
EASTER FLOWER SET UP - We are in need of two or three people to decorate the Sanctuary with Easter Flowers on Saturday, April 19. Setup includes putting up the flower racks and arranging the flowers. If this is something you would be interested in please call or email the church office. THESE DAYS DEVOTIONAL - For April, May and June is now available in the Narthex. They are $3 each.
SESSION MEMBERS - Session Packets are in the Narthex ready to be picked up. The Session meeting will be this Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. |
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The Lent 2014 daily calendar, from the Environmental Ministries and Enough for Everyone programs of the Presbyterian Hunger Program, is now available online and in the Narthex.
 Known in past years as "Tread Lightly for Lent," this daily calendar is a quick and easy way to stay mindful of all God's creation throughout the season of Lent. As we slow down, reflect, take on spiritual disciplines, and give up distractions during the season of Lent, what parts of God's creation call our attention, remind us of God, or invite us to become more deeply the people God has created us to be? In this calendar are reflection questions, readings, facts, stories, and suggested actions to draw you more deeply into relationship with God and all God's creation, as you make your way through Lent.
Lent 2014 Daily Calendar
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Easter Flowers
 We are now taking Easter Flower orders. Payment must be included with the order form.
Forms are due to the church by April 13, 2014.
Checks should be made payable to Point Pleasant Presbyterian Church, and please be sure to indicate "Easter Plants" on the memo line of your check!
Order form and payment may be placed in the offering plate or mailed/ delivered to the church office. Once the quantity of flowers needed for sanctuary decorations has been reached, additional gifts will be applied toward the purchase of sanctuary paraments and banners.
Easter Orders Forms
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Welcome New Members
Last Sunday we welcomed six new members. We are blessed to have these families join us. Please take time to introduce yourself and get to know them.
 Kristen and James Hudnut. James is a Draw Bridge Operator and Kristen is a Stay at Home Mom for their three children, Cailey, Jack and Nicholas. The Hudnuts love anything outdoors especially the ocean, boating and the beach. After moving back from Florida the Hudnuts now live in Brick.
 Sue and Frank Perkowski live in Toms River and were active in their prior church as both Elders and a Deacon. They too love fishing, sailing and boating. Frank is a retired Elementary School Principal and Sue works at Westminster Nursery School and Kindergarten as an Office Administrator for the last 30 years.
 Jennifer Tarrell and Dale Write live in Point Pleasant. They are expecting a baby girl any day now. Jen also is a Mom to 3 year old Patricia. Jen is a Dental Assistant and Dale works Coastal Boat Sales. Like the others, they also enjoy boating.
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Here's a brief update on my medical situation. I'm still out on disability, but feeling better every day. A recent scan indicated that the embolisms in each lung appear to have dissolved, as my doctors predicted. I'm no longer using supplementary oxygen during the day - only at night.
I still find myself short of breath after even moderate exercise, but I'm addressing that with daily trips to LIFE Fitness center, which is a follow-up to my physical therapy.
Next Wednesday I'll undergo some breathing tests at my pulmonologist's office, which should give some indication as to when I'll be able to return to work.
I'm grateful for the many prayers and expressions of support I've received, throughout this long recovery.
Carl Wilton
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Congratulations To Travis Dunham
 Travis has been recognized by the Point Pleasant Foundation for Excellence in Education for his leadership in school. He has been awarded a Leadership Grant from the foundation.
It is great to see one of our younger members achieve this status. Travis is an Elder and a Deacon of our Church. Great going Travis!!!
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 To Register please provide your Name, Contact Number and email address along with $15 to the Church office by March 16. Please make checks payable to PW with "retreat" in the memo line. |
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Church World Service - Hygiene and School Kits
Once again the Presbyterian Women will be collecting Hygiene Kits AND School Kits for Church World Service.
Hygiene Kits - In the face of natural disasters, violence, or grinding poverty, Hygiene Kits can mean the difference between sickness and health for struggling families. To assemble a Hygiene Kit you will need:
 One hand towel measuring approximately 16" x 28" (no fingertip or bath towels)
One washcloth
One wide-tooth comb
One nail clipper
One bar of soap (bath size in wrapper)
One toothbrush (in original packaging)
Six standard size Band-AidsŪ
Place all items in a one-gallon plastic bag with a zipper closure, remove excess air from bag, and seal. Please do not add toothpaste to the Hygiene Kit. Cartons of toothpaste that have an extended expiration date will be added to Hygiene Kit shipments just prior to shipment.
 School Kits - give children in impoverished schools, refugee camps, or other difficult settings some of the basic tools for learning.
To assemble a School Kit you will need:
One pair of blunt metal scissors (rounded tip)
Three 70-count spiral notebooks or notebooks totaling 200-210 pages (no loose-leaf or filler paper)
One 30-centimeter ruler (12")
One hand-held pencil sharpener
One large eraser
Six new pencils with erasers
One box of 24 crayons (only 24)
Pack all items inside one of the cloth bags the Busy Hands for Mission group has made or one 12" x 14" to 14" x 17" finished size cotton or lightweight canvas bag with cloth handles. (Please, no reusable shopping bags or backpacks.)
Please stop by the office to pick up your bag.
Kits can be placed in the bin, in the North Hall under the East Window. Please include $2.00 for shipping or put a separate envelope marked "CWS Kits" in the PW mailbox in the church office. Checks for shipping should be made out to "Presbyterian Women".
These kits are for disaster relief. Please do not add to or exchange listed items. Kits are due by March 23, 2014.
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Sunday School
This week, we will be studying one of Jesus' miracles: The feeding of five Thousand or the Loaves and Fishes Story. In this amazing story Jesus feeds five thousand people with 5 loaves of bread and 2 fish. (Luke 9:16). We will have fun discussing the story and doing a simple craft to reinforce the idea of sharing what you have. We will also be learning to sign the song "Jesus Loves Me" for Youth Sunday.
Youth Sunday is March 30th. The youth group will be leading it and we will be assisting also. This Sunday along with next Sunday we will be Tye Dying T-shirts to be worn on Youth Sunday. It will be so much fun to have tye dyed t-shirts for the youth of our church.
Last week, we learned about Zaccheaus and how God loves everyone. We also continued our Lent Journey. I have many kids who are at 30 pts congratulations to all the kids. Remember you only have to earn 100points. Each time the children earn points they move up their ladder. If you do not know about our contest and would like to know more, please contact me Sarah Morrison (smorrison108@yahoo.com). It's not too late to try to complete this challenge.
Upcoming Events
Lent Contest March 6-April 20
One Great Hour of Sharing Fish turn- in on Palm Sunday
Youth Service March 30
Wave Palms in Church April 13th
Friday Fun Night (Parent's Night Off) April 25th 6-8
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Sunday School Dismissal
Sunday School is from 10:20 to 11:20. We meet every week in the Christian Education Building after the Time for Children. Please pick your chi
ld up at 11:20. It is important that the children stay for the whole time, because if they are picked up early they are losing valuable learning time. Thank you so much for your support and understanding.
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March 14 - Bowling Night!
March 16 - Meeting: Youth Sunday Prep
March 23 - Meeting: Youth Sunday finalized with Service project vote
March 30 - Youth Sunday!
April 6 - Meeting: Service project
April 11 - Movie Night!
April 13 - Meeting: Service project
April 20 - No meeting Happy Easter!
April 27 - Meeting: Service project wrap- up
May 4 - Meeting: Group Games
May 11 - Meeting: Topic talk is how to be a Christian in school
May 18 - End of year celebration! Messy Game Night - Meet at 6pm
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This Week in Point Beach Prep
 This week we had a visit from Miss Tina, the Point Pleasant Beach Children's Librarian. She came into both classes and read stories, sang songs and played fun games with scarves. We are very fortunate to have her visit us monthly. Check out her story hour at the little red library on McLean Avenue! Thank you, Miss Tina!
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Interfaith Hospitality Network Arriving at the End of the Month
- A mother loses her job.
- A father cannot work because of an injury.
- A family loses its home by fire or natural disaster.
- A family must choose between medical costs and rent or mortgage payments.
- Public transportation is unavailable or too expensive.
- Affordable housing is scarce in Ocean County.
These are a few examples of why families now make up 40 percent of our homeless population, and why one out of every four homeless persons is a child. In response to this crisis, the Interfaith Hospitality Network brings the faith community together to help families regain their housing, their independence, and their dignity.
Families in the IHN program will be arriving here on March 30. We are in need of volunteers to help with setup and take down, provide dinner meals, visit with families in the evening, stay overnight in the Annex with the families, as well as launder bed linen at the end of the week.
Sign up sheets are in the back. Dorothy Tolley and Terri Williams would appreciate any help you can provide. Please speak with them if you have any questions.
Our church has been a host church for IHN for many years. We are reminded in the book of Galatians to "not grow weary of doing good." Thank you to everyone who has volunteered over the years.
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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.
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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Calendar For The Week
 The latest edition of the church calendar is available online, on the church's website.
Sunday, March 16
9:00 a.m. - Youth Connection
10:00 a.m - Worship/Choral Bells
10:00 a.m. - Church School begins in Worship
11:00 a.m. - Sandwich Sunday
Monday, March 17
6:15 p.m. - Choral Bells, Fellowship Room
Tuesday, March 18
6:45 p.m. - Scouts
7:00 p.m. - Session Meeting
Wednesday, March 19
9:00 a.m. - Women's Breakfast at the Rainbow Diner
5:00 p.m. - Dove Choir Rehearsal
Thursday, March 20
7:30 a.m. - Men's Breakfast
4:30 p.m. - Daisy Girl Scouts
7:30 p.m. - Chancel Choir
Friday, March 21
Saturday, March 22
Sunday, March 23
9:00 a.m. - Youth Connection
10:00 a.m - Worship/Baptisms/Chancel Choir/Noisy Offering
10:00 a.m. - Church School begins in Worship
11:30 a.m. - Sarah Hope Circle
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 April 13 - Palm Sunday 10:00 a.m. Worship with the Dove and Chancel Choir
10:20 a.m. - Sunday School Begins
April 17 - Maundy Thursday
7:00 p.m. Service with the Chancel Choir
April 18 - Good Friday
7:00 p.m. Taize Service with Choir
April 20 - Easter Sunday
6:00 a.m. Ecumenical Sunrise Service at Jenkinsons Pavilion, Boardwalk
9:00 a.m. Service with the Chancel Choir
9:20 a.m. Sunday School Begins
11:00 a.m. Service with the Chancel Choir
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 March Birthday Blessings
Mar 16 Maggie McGuire, Marilyn Powell
Mar 17 Kerri Hurley, Meghan Murat, Kellen O'Neill, Megan Schwenke
Mar 18 Jean Campbell, Wendy Childers, Hugh Stryker
Mar 19 Jamie Budrick, Stanley Thornton
Mar 20 Stephanie Smith
Mar 21 Carole Adamo, Christina Hudson, Brian McCrossan, Shane Smith
Mar 22 Summer Gahles
Mar 23 Kris Bongiovi, Cynthia Popiel
Mar 24 Nancy Smith
Mar 25 Kathyrn Ebner, Christopher Hank
Mar26 Carl Lappke, Weston Johnson
Mar 27 Addison Reinwald, Brian Satterlee
Mar 28 Karen Dunham Luicci
Mar 29 Susan Hess
Mar 30 Kenneth King, Jordan Muraglia, Alissa Pazienza
Mar 31 Gail Birdsong, Elizabeth McGuire, Kim Schaefer
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Upcoming Events - Mark Your Calendar 
March 29 - Women's Retreat
March 30- Youth Sunday; IHN Arrives
April 13 - Palm Sunday
April 17 - Maundy Thursday
April 18 - Good Friday
April 20 - Easter Sunday
April 26 - PW Clothing Drive
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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