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Point Pleasant Presbyterian Church
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THIS Saturday Night
(October 24)
film screening
to commemorate the
3-year anniversary
of Superstorm Sandy
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October 24
7:00 pm
in the CE Annex
FREE Screening of the documentary
film, "Heartbreak
and Healing after
Sandy"
We'll be privileged to have the filmmaker, Sandra Levine,
present with us, to introduce the film and answer questions.
It's a fitting way to remember the 3-year anniversary
of Superstorm Sandy: viewing this moving film that was
shot entirely in Ocean County.
You can view a trailer online.
Refreshments will be served!
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Service of Witness to the Resurrection
 A Service of Witness to the Resurrection, giving thanks to God for the life of Vincent DeMartino, will take place THIS Saturday, October 24, at 10:00 am at the Colonial Funeral Home, with burial to follow at Greenwood Cemetery, Brielle. Following the graveside service there will be a luncheon in the Education Annex.
Visiting hours will be Friday, October 23 from 6:00-8:00 pm, at the Colonial Funeral Home.
An obituary may be found on the funeral home's website.
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 Friends, We are a people of stories. Down through history, before there was such a thing as writing, people passed down stories of who they were, and who God is.
We've just finished a sermon series on the parables. Jesus was a master storyteller. Parables form a large portion of all the things the scriptures record him saying. Surely he said much more, but it's the parables that stand out in memory.
Even today, stories resonate with us. Candidates running for office have learned it's far more compelling to tell stories than to rattle off a lot of dry statistics. The stories and the numbers both speak to the point, but it's the stories people remember. For the next four weeks, we're going to be reflecting on the role of story in our lives. The sermon series, "We Have a Story," will touch on these themes: Oct. 25 - God's Story
Nov. 1 - Our Story
Nov. 8 - My Story
Nov. 15 - Telling the Story
The stories belonging to each of us find their place in the greater story of salvation in Jesus Christ, communicated by God to the human race down through history. (That's why we call it "history" - HIS story.) It's a story that still speaks powerfully to the deepest hurts and hungers within each of us. Running through the series is the theme of generosity. On the final Sunday, we'll have an opportunity to make our financial giving commitments for 2016. Along the way, we'll have a chance to hear some of your stories: both in the written "points of special enthusiasm" testimonies (see below) and during Minutes for Mission in the worship service. Yes, we do have a story: a story to hear, a story to hold, a story to tell, a story to live! |
Strengthening Families
Sowing Friendships
Serving Community
Greetings!
The story of our church, as we journey on the path of Christian discipleship, is recorded from the rich collection of the individual stories of our members. During our journey together, each of us experiences facets of church that are especially significant to us (aspects of worship, music, education, fellowship, service, times of hardship, etc.)
Would you kindly share your "point of special enthusiasm" regarding your life at PPPC? Is there one part of your church experience in which you delight?
The Outreach Committee has set out to gather these "points of special enthusiasm" and then share them with our church members in the coming days. Kindly describe your "point of special enthusiasm" on the form online, and place it in the basket in the narthex. Or, you may prefer to email your thoughts to Frank Perkowski at blueclaw61@verizon.net.
Perhaps you will act right away, so we may begin our display quickly. That would be great!
Thank you for taking a moment to share with us!
The Outreach Committee
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Sunday, October 25, 2015
30th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Reformation Sunday
Dr. Wilton preaching: "WE HAVE A STORY, 1: GOD'S STORY"
10:00 a.m. - Worship/Dove Choir/Noisy Offering
10:00 a.m. - Sunday School begins in Worship
11:00 a.m. - Youth Connection Pancake Breakfast
2:30 p.m. - Claremont Care Center Service
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We all have some--in a jar on the dresser, in a desk drawer, in the car, maybe even in the cushions of the couch. Loose change accumulates in various locations of our household. Those humble coins can help feed someone. This Sunday, we'll collect the Noisy Offering that - through Monmouth Presbytery's Cents-Ability appeal - supports ministries to relieve hunger locally, regionally, and globally.
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Point Pleasant Pancake Breakfast
This Coming Sunday!
Sponsored by PPPC Youth Connection
The Youth of Point Pleasant Presbyterian is sponsoring a Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, October 26th immediately following service.
Come enjoy delicious home-style pancakes and other breakfast treats! Our loving tradition in hosting this event tells us that everyone's appetite will be satisfied--with no leftovers to spare!
The Youth will also be collecting donations at this event to help raise monies for their year-long mission-driven activities. Our Youth Connection's mission is to build-up our youth with Christ at the center of their lives and to make a meaningful impact in our communities!
We welcome all of you-please bring a friend or two! Come and enjoy time with your PPPC church family and make new friends!
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"Do not worry about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God." Philippians 4:6
The Prayer Family for the week of October 25 is the Flannelly family. Let us be prayerfully aware of Bud and Elaine, as well as all our members and friends.
Prayer concerns: The family of Vincent DeMartino; John Leddy; Betty Grunstra and her husband (Volunteers in the Village); Rebecca Nickerson (Linda Chase's daughter); Courtney Norton Rzeplinski; Les Thornton; Dawson Wittmann; Bill Williams.
Long term concerns: Bill Blauvelt (Jacque Thornton's brother in law); Kathryn Feldman (Bill Shoppell's sister); George Griffiths (Cousin of Heidi Steinert); Ethel Lemke (mother in law of Scott Smith); Margie McGhee; Erna Meyerle (friend of Susan Robbins); Jim Millar; Gerda Mooney; Cherisse Petruzzi; Edith Pula; Gemma Roberts; Mary Steinert; Stan Thornton; those struggling with addictions and mental illness.
Military: Michael Fahey III; Matthew Warren; all those in our nation's service.
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Let me take this opportunity to say "Thanks" to all who had a hand in last Sunday's celebration of my 25th anniversary as Pastor of this wonderful congregation!
I was truly surprised by the tribute offered by Linda during the worship service - as well as by the wonderful words offered by Robin Lostetter, who journeyed all the way back here for the occasion. The cruise on the River Queen was a joy: great food, perfect fall weather, a chance to view Barnegat Bay vistas that have been dear to me all my life - and most of all, an opportunity to spend time with the many family members, church members and good friends who were able to join us that afternoon.
I feel truly blessed, and privileged to serve this great congregation. Thank you to all who had a hand in planning the celebration! Pastor Carl
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SERVICE OF REMEMBRANCE - NOVEMBER 1 - We will be offering prayers of thanksgiving in loving memory of members and friends of our church who have departed this life in the past year. Please call the church office or send us an email with the names of people to be remembered in the service.
DEACON BLOOD DRIVE - Please join us for our Annual Blood Drive here at Point Pleasant Presbyterian Church on Sunday, November 22, 2015 from 9:00 a.m to 1:00 p.m. There is a sign up sheet in the Narthex. For questions and to schedule your donation please contact Joseph Maimone at 732-608-4286 or Robin DeRosa 732-604-1340. We welcome our "walk in" donors too!
 LADIES NIGHT OUT - Interfaith Hospitality Network of Ocean County Invites all women to join us in our fourth annual "Ladies Night Out". The event will be held on November 6 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Presbyterian Church of Toms River located on Hooper Avenue. The tickets are $15.00 which will include your entry in the fabulous door prize drawing as well as admission to the vendor expo where you will find 25 or more vendors with unique, upscale affordable gift ideas. There will be a gift auction at the end of the evening; winners need not be present. While you are shopping and socializing, please enjoy the complimentary edibles provided by the Olive Garden. Please come out and support this very worthy cause. Susan Robbins will be in the Narthex this Sunday with tickets. If you are unable to see Susan this Sunday you can call the IHNOC office 732-736-1550 "Come help us help others"
SAVE THE WEEK - IHN will be arriving for the week on Sunday November 15. Please see the IHN display in the Narthex to sign up. Only a few people have signed up. Please stop by the display this Sunday.
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John Rutter on the Importance of Choir
Renowned composer and choral conductor John Rutter speaks in this brief video about the value of choir to a church and to the larger community - and especially how wonderful it feels to be part of a singing group. Please speak to Bill Shoppell or Rebecca Muraglia to find out more about singing with the Chancel or Dove Choirs.
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Congratulations to our very own....
Linda Chase
For having the winning entry in our contest!
 Our New Cookbook will be called "Shore Delights of Jersey"
We plan to have our cookbook out by Spring.
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Church Directory Announcement
We are excited to create a Point Pleasant Presbyterian Church Photo Directory!
PHOTOS:We need your photo! If you have a recent family photo (within the last year) that you would like to use, send that picture to our special email address pppcdirectory@gmail.com . All photos must be either jpg, bmp or png files only. If you need a picture taken, Greg Hall from our church has volunteered to take photos after church in the CE Annex the next two Sundays (October 25 and November 1). It only takes a few moments: smile for the camera, confirm your contact information and we're done! Please try to make it to Church on one of these Sundays so we can get everyone's photo in the directory! INFORMATION:
We also need your family's contact information. Diane Legreide and Carol Bonebrake will help gather the correct information for the directory. While Greg is taking pictures, Diane and Carol will be verifying your information. If you are submitting a photo through the email, still verify your information on the list Diane and Carol have. When sending your picture through the email please include your name, address, phone number including cell and email address with your photo. QUESTIONS:
If you have any questions, please call Diane Legreide at 732-899-8975 or the church office.
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 At their October 20, 2015 meeting, the Session took the following actions:
1. Heard a presentation from Presbytery representatives the Rev. David Cotton, the Rev. Christina Hindley and the Rev. N. Scott Cupp about ways of strengthening the relationship between this congregation and the Presbytery. This is part of a visitation campaign the Presbytery is conducting with all the churches.
2. Noted with concern that youth director Courtney Norton Rzeplinski is going on disability for a time. Anthony Maimone and other Youth Connection advisors will carry on with that program in the meantime.
3. Made plans for Hanging of the Greens to take place after worship on the First Sunday of Advent, November 29.
4. Learned that both Sunday School and Point Beach Prep have gotten off to a strong start.
5. Decided to seek an estimate for a new dehumidifier for the church basement.
6. Decided to fund new commodes for the CE Annex rest rooms from leftover CE Annex maintenance funds rather than the Volunteer Village Building Restoration Fund.
7. Appointed a committee consisting of Lynn Hahm (chair), Elaine Conheeney, Sue Hankins and Donna Norton to review and propose revisions to the church's Child Protection Policy.
8. Made further plans for a new church pictorial directory to be produced in-house, with family photos either provided by church members or taken by Greg Hall following upcoming worship services.
9. Discussed the need for a new illuminated sign outside the CE Annex and noted the need for additional funds for this project.
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Hello! I hope everybody had a great week!
 Last week we finished up our unit on prayer. A special thanks to Heidi Steinert for stepping in and helping out last weekend! The kids finished up Sister Act and they are now prepared to sing in the Dove Choir (or watch with a new appreciation) this Sunday!
This week we are having our annual Halloween party! Please come to church dressed in your costume, and be ready to have some fun!
Peace and Blessings,
Tricia Stoffers
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Come Find Out About Youth Triennium!
 CALLING ALL
SENIOR HIGH YOUTH!
If so, then please plan to come to an informational meeting on:
Sunday, October 25th
6:00-8:00 pm
Trinity Presbyterian Church
367 Cranbury Road, East
East Brunswick, NJ
All eligible youth, leaders and parents are invited!
FOOD, GAMES, FELLOWSHIP!
The Triennium takes place from July 19-23, 2016. Senior High Youth, from rising freshmen to 2016 graduating seniors, are eligible to attend.
This informational meeting is sponsored by Monmouth Presbytery, which is now seeking youth and advisors to join the Presbytery's Triennium delegation. All youth participants will travel to Indiana as a group, with their adult advisors, and stay together in dorms at the University.
If you're interested in going to the informational meeting, please contact the Church Office so we can send in your RSVP.
Just as the name implies, the Triennium happens only every 3 years. Don't miss it - it's an event you'll always remember!
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Point Beach Prep had a visit from a local brother/sister musician duo on Wednesday. They brought a guitar and flute to play and sing songs with us. We
sang children's songs about Fall, jack o'lanterns, and owls. They finished with a classical song on the flute.
On Thursday, we stretched and moved our bodies with Yoga! Emma Mammano, the mom of one of our students, is a Yoga Instructor who came in to teach us some poses. What a fun week!
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 Operation Christmas Child Shoe Boxes are due November 15
Since 1993, more than 100 million boys and girls in over 130 countries have experienced God's love through the power of simple shoebox gifts from Operation Christmas Child. Once again the PW will be working with Samaritan's Purse to deliver the gifts and share the life-changing Good News of Jesus Christ.
1. ShoeboxUse an empty shoebox (standard size, please) or a small plastic container. You can wrap the box (lid separately), but wrapping is not required. Most importantly, pray for the child who will receive your gift.
2. Boy or GirlDetermine whether your gift will be for a boy or a girl, and the child's age category: 2-4, 5-9, or 10-14. Print out the appropriate boy/girl label by downloading the artwork to the right. Mark the correct age category on the label, and tape the label to the top of your box.
3. Fill with GiftsFill the box with a variety of gifts that will bring delight to a child. Use the gift ideas provided on the bottom of this page. Please include at least one item a child can immediately embrace such as a stuffed toy, doll, ball or toy truck.
4. $7 DonationPlease donate $7 or more for each shoebox you prepare to help cover shipping and other project costs. You can write a check to Samaritan's Purse (note "OCC" on memo line) and place it in an envelope on top of the gift items inside your box. If you or your family are preparing more than one shoebox, please make one combined donation.
5. Drop OffPlace a rubber band around each closed shoebox and drop it off in the North Hall before November 15, 2015. Gift Ideas SCHOOL SUPPLIES: Pens, pencils and sharpeners, crayons or markers, stamps and ink pad sets, writing pads or paper, solar calculators, coloring and picture books, etc. TOYS: Small cars, balls, dolls, stuffed animals, kazoos, harmonicas, yo-yos, jump ropes, small Etch A Sketch,® toys that light up or make noise (with extra batteries), Slinky,® etc. HYGIENE ITEMS: Toothbrush, toothpaste, mild bar soap (in a plastic bag), comb, washcloth, etc. OTHER: T-shirts, socks, ball caps, sunglasses, hair clips, toy jewelry, watches, flashlights (with extra batteries) A PERSONAL NOTE: You may enclose a note to the child and a photo of yourself or your family. (If you include your name and address, the child may write back.)
DO NOT INCLUDE: Used or damaged items; war-related items such as toy guns, knives or military figures; chocolate or food; out- of-date candy; liquids or lotions; medications or vitamins; breakable items such as snowglobes or glass containers; aerosol cans. Labels are on the table in the Narthex and also can be downloaded at the Samaritan's Purse web page. |
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Become a YAV! (Early Application Deadline is December 1, for Summer 2016)
 Want to put your faith into action?
Want to grow as a leader in Christian service?
Want to see what God is doing in the world while serving a local community?
The Young Adult Volunteer (YAV) Program just may be for you.
A year of service
for a lifetime of change.
The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)'s Young Adult Volunteer program is a one-year service opportunity for young adults from 19 to 30 years of age. YAVs live in intentional Christian community, deepening and developing their faith while serving alongside partners in sites across the United States and around the world. YAVs serve for one academic year, August - July, as they explore God's calling in their lives.
Volunteers are placed in community agencies or local churches, with jobs depending on the needs of partners and the skills of the Young Adult Volunteer. YAVs are exposed to some of the hardest problems in the world - poverty, violence and reconciliation, and sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ - while living and reflecting with other volunteers on the meaning and motivation of their Christian faith.
Each YAV experience is different - but all YAVs will participate in a mutual discernment process to become a part of the program, receive national and on-site orientation, work closely with mentors and peers, participate in vocational discernment activities, and integrate the whole experience at a transition retreat. All YAVs receive health insurance and student loan repayment is available for qualified applicants. The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), you and your supporting congregation and presbytery, and some placement agencies share funding of this program. All volunteers are required to raise some of their financial support - the requirements for fundraising have been cut in half since 2013 - to $3,000 for national service and $4,000 for international service. A limited number of scholarships are also available each year.
A video on the YAV program:
More information and application information is available online.
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Here are the upcoming volunteer groups who will be staying in the Volunteer Village this fall:
Sunday, Oct 25 - Kiskiminetas Presbytery (previously listed as Crossroads Presbyterian Church), PA
Sunday, Nov 1 - First Presbyterian Church, Warren, PA (rescheduled from October)
Sunday, Nov 8 - Lend A Hand, Carlisle, PA
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Congratulations to Dr. Wilton on 25 years
at Point Pleasant Presbyterian Church.
A special thank you to Jacque Miscavage who planned the cruise on the River Belle Queen in Dr. Wilton's honor. With about 100 people in attendance, a good time was had by all.
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CHURCH CALENDAR - The latest edition of the church calendar is available online, on the church's website. 
Sunday, October 25 - Reformation Sunday
10:00 a.m. - Worship/Dove Choir/Noisy Offering
10:00 a.m. - Sunday School begins in Worship
11:00 a.m. - Youth Connection Pancake Breakfast
2:30 p.m. - Claremont Care Center Worship Service
9:00 a.m. - PW Coordinating Team, Fellowship Room
10:00 a.m. - Embracing Forgiveness Bible Study, Chittick Lounge
12:00 p.m. - Lunch at the Rainbow Diner
6:15 p.m. Choral Bells
Tuesday, October 27
10:00 a.m. - Eye Openers
7:00 p.m. - Sarah Hope Circle
Wednesday, October 28
9:00 a.m. - Women's Breakfast at the Rainbow Diner
5:00 p.m. - Dove Choir Rehearsal
6:00 p.m. - Bear Den, Basement
6:30 p.m. - Youth Connection, Chittick Lounge
Thursday, October 29
8:00 a.m. - Men's Breakfast at US Subs
5:30 p.m. - Wolf Den
7:00 p.m. - Webelos Den
7:30 p.m. - Chancel Choir Rehearsal
Friday, October 30
Saturday, October 31
6:00 p.m. - Private Event in Annex
Sunday, November 1
Daylight Savings Time Ends
10:00 a.m. - Worship/Communion/Service of Remembrance/Chancel Choir
10:00 a.m. - Sunday School begins in Worship
11:00 a.m. - Communion Breakfast
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 Birthday Blessings
Oct 25 Riley Fiorentino, Adrian Jensen
Oct 26 Cailey Hudnut
Oct 27 Joan Reitmeyer
Oct 28 Sydney Hurley, Cynthia Kells, Rosanna Maimone, Carl Wilton
Oct 29
Oct 30 Claude Hurley, John Pasola, Frank Perkowski, Lisa Simpson
Oct 31
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November 15 - IHN Arrives
Stewardship Sunday
Shoebox Dedication
November 22 - Deacon Blood Drive
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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
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
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