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it on the church Web site) August 19 , 2007 8:30 AM - Communion Service - Chapel 9:00 AM - Informal Worship Service in CFC Sermon: "Balanced" Scripture: Mark 5:1-20 9:00 AM - All church, All Age Education/Sunday School Adult Education this week: ”Imagination: New Approach to the Bible” with Walter Brueggemann 10:30 AM Worship in the Sanctuary Sermon: "Balanced" Scripture: Mark 5:1-20 10:30 AM - Presbykids Activity Time. We welcome the Rev. Eugenia Gamble as our preacher today. Ms. Gamble served as pastor at First Presbyterian Church in Birmingham from 1996 to 2005.She has served congregations and presbyteries and as Staff Associate for Leader Development of Women under the General Assembly Mission Council. She was also part of the Committee of 15 to draft “A Brief Statement of Faith.” She is currently Writer in Residence in our Presbytery. |
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Saturday Social Group Celebrates History of Rock and Roll |
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Be a Part of the Planning for Our 140th Anniversary Since we are nearing the 140th anniversary of First Pres S.B., we are forming a "celebration committee" to help discover our history and also to interview people in our church. We are not planning a party but celebrating/learning our history. We are looking for people to join in. The first meeting will be at 7 p.m. on August 29th at the MacKenzies'. Contact Juleine to show your interest. |
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Suicide Prevention Forum |
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COMING EVENTS Adult Education in Anderson Lounge at 9:00 a.m. FPC Neighborhood Walk Senior Activities Program Graduation Day at the Early Childhood Center The Second Annual Saturday Sundae! Senior Activities Program LIFE OF THE CHURCH CORRECTION: LAST WEEK’S FLOWERS were dedicated by Marcia G. Vaile in loving memory of her husband, Harold J. Vaile and to the Glory of God. This dedication was inadvertently omitted. THE FLOWERS in front of the pulpit this morning are dedicated by Anabel Davis in memory of James William Davis. THE FLOWERS in front of the lectern this morning are dedicated by Beverly Smaniotto to the Glory of God. THE FLOWERS on the chancel this morning are dedicated by Dorothy Laur in memory of her husband, Judd Laur. Following worship the Deacons will take the flowers to those who are ill or homebound. ADULT ED IN AUGUST : h ear Prof. Walter Brueggemann (Columbia Theological Seminary), one of the great Biblical scholars of our time, lecture on Old Testament stories from a new perspective. Imagination: New Approaches to the Bible is a four-part video presentation. Noni Patchell and Meryle Gaston will facilitate questions and discussion . Aug. 19: Prophecy & the Ungluing of Reality; Aug. 26: Law & Proverbs – the Use of Creation. Join us in Anderson Lounge at 9:00 a.m. ADULT EDUCATION —Coming in September, starting September 9 th . The Rev. George Gilmour will do a series of four week classes on the Psalms at the 9:00 hour. Starting a new thing! “Odd Month Ed” In the “odd” months (9-September,11-November, etc.) your Adult Education Ministry Team will be offering a class at the 10:30 hour for those who attend the 9:00a.m. Worship service. The first class will be led by Dr. Bob Wennberg. He will present his class (offered earlier this year ) on everyday choices and how they reflect one’s character. FINAL YOUTH BEACH DAY! Tuesday, August 21, 2-6 pm, Leadbetter Beach. Come! Youth Leaders Appreciation Dinner and Fall Planning Session, Sunday, August 26th, 5-8 pm, at the Slattery's. Please come so that we can appreciate you! Youth Fall Kickoff Day is around the corner...Labor Day, 1-5 pm, at Willoughby World. Woo hoo! Questions? Call Sheri: 680-5609. ALZHEIMER’S MEMORY WALK August 24 th , 2007, at Chase Palm Park , 4:30-7:30PM. This is an easy stroll through the park. Alzheimer’s is rated #10 in senior health issues. Sign up on the patio to join the FPC Team. D onations go to help the Alzheimer’s Association provide programs, service, and comfort to those afflicted, their families and caregivers. PRAYER REQUESTS : The Prayer Chain is available to pray for your needs. In the Narthex and in the Fireside Lounge are new Prayer Boxes provided by the Congregational Care Ministry. Please fill out a request form and leave it in the box, or call Chuck at 687-0754, x 102. All prayer requests are kept confidential. A CELEBRATION of our churc h's 140 th anniversary is coming soon. Your help is needed to plan this historic event. We invite anyone with interest to contact Juleine (687-0754) or Roberta MacKenzie (964-0339).Our first gathering will be on August 29 th at the MacKenzies ’ home. BEAT THE HEAT THIS SUMMER! Your Parish Nurse has put copies of “How to Stay Cool in Excessive H eat ” at the reception desk . P lease feel free to pick up a guide. FAIRLY TRADED COFFEE is served at our Fellowship time (currently only Regular, not Decaf). Your donation helps defray the added cost of this coffee which we purchase to help the small coffee growers. Packaged coffee is available for purchase on the patio. WANTED: A person to coordinate purchase and sales. See Judith Muller SAVE THE DATE for the First Presbyterian Church Retreat! Friday, September 27 & Saturday, September 28 at Rancho La Scherpa. The Retreat begins Friday night with a campfire program led by Mark Croshaw, singing and s’mores. Saturday will include a program by Dr. Gordon Hess and plenty of time for ropes course, crafts, swimming and games! We’ll end our time together Saturday with worship. Cost will be $25 - $95 per person, lots of options! We’ll have details coming up on how you can earn a free night at the Retreat (your cost would be $25). Download the brochure and registration form. |
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