|
|
Point Pleasant
Presbyterian Church
|
Weekly News for
Sunday,
March 15, 2015
| |
 Preaching this Sunday is the Rev. Merideth Mueller, who for nine years served as pastor of the First Presbyterian Church of Tuckerton. Like our church, the Tuckerton congregation was seriously affected by Superstorm Sandy, with many church members displaced from their homes for extended periods. Merideth spearheaded relief efforts of various kinds, the most enduring of which was a soup-to-go ministry that delivered food to a great many people who had only limited cooking facilities. Merideth is currently serving the Presbytery of Monmouth, in a special Sandy Advocacy ministry. What does she do as a Sandy Advocate, you may be wondering? Well, you'll have to come to worship on Sunday and find out! (It has a lot to do with speaking up for those recovering from the storm whose voices are seldom heard.)
|
|
|
This Sunday
Sunday, March 15 - Fourth Sunday in Lent
The Rev. Meredith Mueller preaching: "JUST GOODNESS"
IHN Leaves
9:00 a.m. - Youth Connection
10:00 a.m. - Sunday School Begins in Worship
10:00 a.m - Worship/Chancel Choir/Baptisms
11:00 a.m. - Sandwich Sunday
|
|
Alexa Nicole Ianniello
daughter of
Nicholas and Lauren Ianniello
Nicholas Louis Ianniello
son of
Nicholas and Lauren Ianniello
Dawson Jack Wittmann
son of
Ryan Wittmann and Olivia Grimes |
|
|
|
Sandwich Sunday
 Do you like to go out to eat after church? Well, why not come over to the Annex this Sunday for Sandwich Sunday? Rich Bavier and the Kitchen Team create a splendid spread of scrumptious delights each Sandwich Sunday, including Pork Roll, Egg and Cheese sandwiches (Taylor Ham for those from North Jersey). There will also be tomato soup and quesadillas. Come enjoy the company of friends and family. A free-will offering will be received to cover expenses, with anything left over going to Mission.
|
"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 15 is Stan Thornton. Let us be prayerfully aware of Stan, as well as all our members and friends.
Prayer concerns: The family of Dorothea Williams; Nicholas Hudnut; Dawson Wittmann; Ellen DeMartino; Andrea Bucsek; Bill Leach; Brian student at PPBHS; Scott Millar; Jeffrey Matthews; Marjorie Meklin; Londa Scarpone; Mary and Bob McSweeney, Carole Smith (wife of Scott Smith).
Long term concerns: Gerda Mooney; Vincent DeMartino; Nancy and Ralph Smith; Kathryn Feldman (Bill Shoppell's sister); Linda Bissey Small (Bob and Jessie's niece); Jean Collins; Cherisse Petruzzi; Michelle Avary and Chris Loeffler (family of Andrea Purtell); Bill Blauvelt (Jacque Thornton's brother in law); ; Fred Johnson; Karen Larsen; those struggling with addictions and mental illness.
Military: Michael Limpantsis; all those in the military.
|
JOB OPENING - University Radiology is seeking an Accounts Payable Supervisor, or possibly Manager for the right applicant. Location: University Radiology, 579A Cranbury Road, East Brunswick. It is approximately an hour commute from Point Pleasant. For more information contact Susan Reilly (732) 390-0040 Ext. 2011.ore information call 732-581-1882.
DR. WILTON IS AWAY THIS UPCOMING WEEK - And will return on March 22. In case of pastoral emergency, please call the church office. After hours, please call the Rev. Linda Chase at home, (732) 899-2513.
SESSION MEETING - For the month of March has been moved to March 31. The Committees will meet at 7 pm followed by the Session meeting at 8 p.m.
For both Maundy Thursday (April 2) and Good Friday  (April 3) services which are both at 7:00 pm. If you are available to usher at either of these services, please call Scott Smith at 732-840-0279.
|
Easter Flowers
We are now taking Easter Flower orders. Payment must be included with the order form. Forms are due to the church by March 29, 2015.
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.
|
Lakewood Blue Claws Game
The Caring Committee has organized a fun night out for all Point Pleasant Presbyterians and friends at the Lakewood Blue Claws on Friday April, 10. The game starts at 7:05 p.m. at Energy Park in Lakewood.
Admission is only $1 per person! Seats are being reserved four us behind home plate.
A sign-up sheet is by the church office bulletin board for anyone wanting to sign up. For more information see the posters posted throughout the building or speak with Dee D'Amore who is organizing the event. Come spend a night out with other church members!
|
|
Sunday School Recap
Last week, we discussed how Jesus is like a butterfly. We talked about the parable Jesus told His disciples about the vine and the branch, and how we need to stay connected to Him as well.
This Week:
Don't forget to wear your GREEN this week as we celebrate St. Patrick's day! We will have some fun crafts and treats to enjoy.
Also, mark your calendars for the 2nd annual PPPC Easter Egg Hunt on Easter morning at 10:15, immediately following Sunday School!
See you on Sunday! Peace and Blessings.
Tricia Stoffers
|
|
Volunteer Village
 We're just a couple of weeks away from welcoming the first of many volunteer work groups who will be staying in our Volunteer Village this spring and summer. Here are the bookings so far: 2015 Scheduled Groups Sunday, March 15 - Lend A Hand, Carlisle, PA & Rutgers University Work Team Sunday, March 29 - Webster Presbyterian, Webster, NY Sunday April 12 - Presbytery of Detroit, MI Sunday, April 19 - Lend A Hand & Presbytery of Western NY Sunday, May 17 - Lend A Hand, Carlisle, PA Sunday, June 14 - Macalester Plymouth United Church, St. Paul, MN Sunday, June 21 - Langhorne Presbyterian Church, Langhorne, PA Sunday, June 28 - Presbytery of West Virginia, South Charleston, WV Sunday, July 12 - St. Giles Presbyterian Church, Orange Park, FL Sunday, July 19 - First Presbyterian Church Yorktown, Yorktown, NY Sunday, July 26 - Pine Run Presbyterian Church, Apollo, PA Sunday, August 2 - Presbyterian Church of Morristown, NJ Sunday, August 16 - Lend A Hand, Carlisle, PA Sunday, Sept 20 - Lend A Hand, Carlisle, PA Sunday, Oct 4 - Presbytery of Detroit, MI Sunday, Oct 11- Lend A Hand, Carlisle, PA Sunday, Oct 18 - Scioto Valley Presbyterian, Columbus, OH
|
|
Time is Running Out
 We have a nice amount of ladies joining us for the Women's Retreat "Celebrate the Gifts of Women" being held at Brick Presbyterian Church on Saturday March 21. Registration and a light breakfast begins at 8:30 a.m. Lunch will also be provide. It's not to late to join but act quickly.
For those who have signed up to attend, please bring an to that symbolizes a God-given gift or gifts of yours. We look forward to this encouraging time.
|
|
PW CLOTHING DRIVE
 Time to clean out your closets. The PW will be having their clothing drive on April 18 from 8:00 a.m to noon.
All used and wearable items, including shoes, belts, handbags and linens can be brought to the church that morning. All items must be well tied in heavy bags. For more information call 732-581-1882.
|
|
2015 Churchwide Gathering of Presbyterian Women
 Turn on your GPS, turn off your hectic schedule and follow Minnie the Moose (the 2015 CWG moose-cot) to the lovely Hyatt Regency Minneapolis June 18-21 for worship, fun, fellowship, connection and spiritual uplift!
The theme of the Gathering is "One Body, One Spirit," based on 1 Corinthians 12:12-27. For more information can be found in the Registration Book.
Registration for the event is just $395 (less than in 2012!), with hotel rooms at the Hyatt Regency at $169 per night (up to four guests per room).
|
STONY POINT CENTERMay 5-7, 2015
Come to the Waters - The 2015-2016 Horizons Bible Study
Come to the Waters by the Rev. Judy Record Fletcher is the Horizons Bible Study for 2015-16. The lessons of the study feature stories and images of water in the Bible. Just as water nourishes our bodies, so the passages on water nourish our spirits. The study opens with the chaotic waters of Creation and ends with the River of Life in the Revelation to John. Baptism, the absence of water, and streams of mercy are some of the other lesson themes.
The full program begins with dinner on TUESDAY and ends with lunch on THURSDAY. Registration and check-in will start on Tuesday at 4:00 PM.
Cost covers meals and a shared double room in one of our lodges. If requested at registration, a limited number of private rooms may be available at an additional cost. A flyer is also available.
Call 845-786-5674 x 107 with any questions.
|
Sunday March 29, 2015
By supporting One Great Hour of Sharing, you're sustaining programs that provide disaster relief, food, clean water, training, and resources to people all over the world. When you give, you're changing lives.
GIFTS IN ACTION - SOME OF LAST YEAR'S OUTCOMES
Presbyterian Disaster Assistance: 40 countries and 24 states received
help for natural and human-caused disasters. Presbyterian Hunger Program: 154,731 people who were living in extreme poverty now have increased food security and livelihoods through international development work. Self-Development of People: 4,619 children/parents received improved educational opportunities. Three ways to Give
- Through our congregation - Envelopes are in the pews and will be received on March 29 during the offering.
- Text OGHS to 20222 to give $10
- Visit presbyterianmission.org/give-oghs
|
Church World Service Kits - Hygiene and School Kits
Members of Presbyterian Women are 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. For Hygiene Kits, please use a gallon-sized Ziploc plastic bag.
School Kits - give children in impoverished schools, refugee camps, or other difficult settings some of the basic tools for learning. For School Kits, please pack all items inside one of the cloth bags the Busy Hands for Mission group has made. Please stop by the church office to pick up your bag.
 Detailed instructions on what to put in the bags can be found on the Church World Service website. Please do not add to or exchange listed items.
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 costs should be made out to "Presbyterian Women."
Kits will be due and dedicated in the Sunday worship service next Sunday, March 22.
|
|
The latest edition of the church calendar is available online, on the church's website. 
Sunday, March 15
IHN Leaves
9:00 a.m. - Youth Connection
10:00 a.m. - Sunday School Begins in Worship
10:00 a.m - Worship/Chancel Choir/Baptisms
11:00 a.m. - Sandwich Sunday
Monday, March 16
10:00 a.m. - Covenant Bible Study, Chittick Lounge
6:15 p.m. - Choral Bells, Fellowship Room
Tuesday, March 17
Wednesday, March 18
9:00 a.m. - Women's Breakfast at the Rainbow Diner
5:00 p.m. - Dove Choir
Thursday, March 19
7:30 a.m. - Men's Breakfast at US Subs
7:30 p.m. - Chancel Choir Rehearsal
Friday, March 20
6:30 p.m. Webelos Den
Saturday, March 21
8:30 a.m. Celebrating the Gifts of Women Retreat held at Brick Presbyterian
Sunday, March 22
9:00 a.m. - Youth Connection
10:00 a.m. - Sunday School Begins in Worship
10:00 a.m - Worship/Dove Choir/Noisy Offering
2:30 p.m. - Claremont Care Center
4:00 p.m. - Webelos
5:00 p.m. - Confirmation Class
|
|
 Birthday Blessings
Mar 15 Patrick Allgor, Brenden Culos
Mar 16 Maggie McGuire, Marilyn Powell
Mar 17 Kerri Hurley, Meghan Murat, Kellen O'Neill, Megan Schwenke
Mar 18 Jean Campbell, Wendy Childers
Mar 19 Jamie Budrick, Stanley Thornton
Mar 20 Stephanie Smith
Mar 21 Carole Adamo, Christina Hudson, Brian McCrossan, Shane Smith
Mar 22
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
|
Sunday, March 29, 2015
10: 00 am - Palm Sunday worship
Thursday, April 2, 2015
7:00 pm - Maundy Thursday Communion with Tenebrae
Friday, April 3, 2015
7:00 pm - Good Friday service
Sunday, April 5, 2015
9:00 am - Easter worship, Communion
11:00 am - Easter worship, Communion
|
|
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
Music Staff
Sara Hoey, Organist
William Shoppell, Chancel Choir and Choral Bells Director
Rebecca Muraglia, Acting Dove Choir Director
Christian Education Staff
Courtney Rzeplinski, Youth Connection Coordinator
Tricia Stoffers, Sunday School Coordinator
Devlin House, Point Beach Prep Preschool Director
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
