NESHAMINY-WARWICK PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

 

PRAYER LETTER

 

November 15, 2009

 

 

When God is our strength, it is strength indeed,

when our strength is our own,

it is only weakness.

Augustine of Hippo

                         

Please include the following members of our family of faith in your prayers this week:

                                                                Charlotte Dixon

                                                                John Roushey

                                                                Elizabeth Gilson (sister of Gil Gilson)

                                                                Cathy Shaheen (daughter of Frank Shaheen)

                                                                Donna Bates (friend of Gail Bilsland)

                                                                Adam Lux (friend of Elizabeth Witlow)

                                                                Anna Oldfield (daughter in law of Ann Oldfield)

 

Ongoing Concerns:            Eloise Kupec

                                                   Jim Marshall

                                                   Jack Moneghan

                                                   Dorothy Danihel

                                                   Sue Henderson

                                                   Frank Henderson

                                                   Janet Woodside

                                                   Cathy Smoyer

                                                   Carly Mitchell

                                                   Ken Moyer

                                                   Wes Gregson

                                                   Pat Nickett

                                                   Bruce Little

                                                   Joan Windish

                                                   Tim Eimer

This Week’s Calendar

This Weeks Announcements

Neshaminy-Warwick Presbyterian Church

This Week’s Bulletin Information

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15

    8:00 AM       Praise Choir

    8:30 AM       Prayer Group—Library

    9:00 AM       Service for the Lord’s Day

                           Sunday School

  10:05 AM       Refreshments and Fellowship

                           in Auditorium

  10:30 AM       Service for the Lord’s Day

             

 MONDAY, NOVEMBER 16

   9:00 AM        Concern Center

 10:30 AM        Overeaters Anonymous

                           - Lounge

   4:30 PM        Property Team—Room 6

   6:00 PM        Girl Scout Meeting—Auditorium

   7:00 PM        Vision Team—Library

  7:00 PM         Cemetery Committee—Bus. Man.

  7:30 PM         Deacons Meeting—Room 6

   8:00 PM        Women’s AA—Lounge

 

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17

  10:00 AM       Al Anon—Lounge

    6:00 PM       Restoration Meeting—Lounge

    6:45 PM       BCCS—Sanctuary & Auditorium

 

 WEDNESDAY, NOVMEMBER 18

    9:00 AM       Concern Center

 10:00 AM        Bible Study—Auditorium

    7:00 PM       Nominating Committee—Rm. 5

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19

  5:30 PM         Restoration Meeting

                            —Pastor’s Office

 6:30 PM           Log College Academy Class

                            - Basic Christianity—NO DINNER

 6:30 PM           Hand Bells—Joyful Noise Room

 7:00 PM           Women’s AA—Lower Aud.

 7:30 PM           Sanctuary Choir

 

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20

   ~No Scheduled Activities~

 

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21

  ~No Scheduled Activities~

       

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 22

    8:30 AM       Prayer Group—Library

    9:00 AM       Service for the Lord’s Day

                           Sunday School

  10:05 AM       Refreshments and Fellowship

                           in Auditorium

  10:30 AM       Service for the Lord’s Day

                                                       

 

                                                      

 

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This weeks bulletin

This Month’s Calendar

Educational overview

adult study

young people’s buzz

The log

praise choir

country fair

meet the staff

VISION STATEMENT
Text Box: PLEDGE CARDS… To all who have already submitted their pledge cards… Thank You. For the church to continue with it’s ministry planning it is important to hand in your pledge card as soon as possible. Please drop your pledge card in the offering plate or place in the drop box outside of the church office.

Bible Study: Wednesdays at 10 a.m.

The next class is Wednesday, November 18th

At 10:00 a.m. in the auditorium over 30 people regularly attend this study led by our pastor, Mark. It is a rich time of learning for all as hearts and minds are opened to new vistas. Each week we will dive deeper into the bible passages from worship the previous Sunday. Attending is a good way to get better acquainted with our pastor and members of our congregation. Newcomers are welcome at a         ny time.

 

Fall Preaching Series

Psalms: Prayer Book of the Bible

September-November

At the very center of the Bible are songs, rising up like a tune from the heart. For every emotion and mood you can find a psalm to match. The psalms wrestle with the deepest sorrow and ask God the hardest questions about suffering and injustice. Their voice is refreshingly spontaneous. They do not tip flowery compliments toward God: they cry out to him, or shout for joy before him. In almost every psalm you find the presence of God, not as a philosophical principle, but as an active, strong, and loving Lord who makes a difference in life.  Bernard Anderson

CHILD IN BOTOperation Christmas Child

NWPC Sunday school children would like to invite you to join them in bringing joy, hope, and the Good News of God’s love to children in desperate situations world-wide.  Please consider making a difference in the lives of children by packing a shoe box for Christmas.  The Sunday school students will wrap the boxes.  If shopping is not your thing, you can donate $7 to cover the cost of shipping someone else’s box.  Finally, please pray for the children who will receive these boxes and learn about the greatest gift of all, Jesus. 

All boxes must be dropped off in the auditorium on or before November 22nd.

Pamphlets with suggestions for what to pack in shoe boxes are available.

Call Beth Madden with any questions (267-483-5723)

 

Suggestions for Shoebox Items:

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.
SCHOOL SUPPLIES:  pens, pencils and sharpener, crayons or markers, stamps and ink pad sets, writing pads or paper, solar calculators, coloring and picture books, etc.
HYGIENE ITEMS:  toothbrush, toothpaste, bar soap (in plastic bag), comb, washcloth, etc.
OTHER:  Hard candy and lollipops (please double bag all candy), mints, gum, T-shirts, socks, ball caps; sunglasses, hair clips, toy jewelry, watches, flashlights (with extra batteries)
A PERSONAL NOTE:  In a separate envelope, you may enclose a note to the child and a photo of yourself or your family. (If you include your name & 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; liquids or lotions; medications or vitamins; breakable items such as snow-globes or glass containers; aerosol cans

Please don’t forget to pray for the child that will receive your box!

         BE AN angel

 

Could you imagine not being able to feed your family a warm, home-cooked meal for Christmas or be able to give as God has given to you? This Christmas season will be like that for many families. The mission team is planning, with your help, to bring hope to local needy families with our Angel Tree Project. Two years ago, with your generous support, we filled approximately 42 baskets with complete dinners and gift cards totaling $5000.00. This year we would like to fill at least 50 baskets with a holiday meal of either turkey or ham with all the fixings, and gift cards to local merchants to do holiday shopping (there will be a list of merchants attached to the back of the Angel Tree).

 

The Angel Tree will be set up in the Outer Narthex. Stop by and pick up an angel as a reminder and please have the gift cards back no later than December 6th. This year we ask that no food gift cards be donated. If you’re free on December 13th and would like to help fill or deliver baskets, just stop by Room 2 at 10:30 am. Come check out what the mission team is up to. Any questions, please contact Mara Sitasz at 215-956-0253.

Because of Jesus,

The Mission Team

ANNOUNCEMENTS

 

GREETERS: As  you  entered  the  sanctuary  this   morning you  were  greeted  by Dorothy Smith and Edie vanden Bosch.

 

THE FLOWERS IN THE CHANCEL THIS MORNING are given in loving memory of our dads, Frank Kratz and Walter S. Stairs by Bud & Betty Stairs; and by Sue Ann McOwen in loving memory of her daughter, Melissa. Deacons Diane & Charles Keener will deliver the flowers to shut-ins.

 

PULPIT FLOWERS are needed for November 22 (2 vases) and December 6 (1 vase). If you are interested in donating pulpit flowers please contact Dorothy Smith at 215-343-1142.

 

PLEASE JOIN US for “Coffee and Fellowship” this morning in the auditorium from 10:05 am to 10:30 am. Many thanks to Sally Hellings for serving as our hosts this morning.

 

THANK OFFERING:  TODAY is Thank Offering Sunday sponsored by the Women’s Association in conjunction with Presbyterian Women in the Presbyterian Church.  Many types of programs have been funded through the years including educational programs & materials; job training & leadership development; women’s health programs; domestic violence shelters; child & youth development programs; elder care programs; hunger programs; homeless shelters; medicine and spiritual growth.  Envelopes are in the pew racks, PLEASE GIVE GENEROUSLY!

 

CALLING ALL INSTRUMENTALISTS—5th grade and up. For the Advent Dinner, December 6th, Neshaminy Brass is hosting a “play along” for any instrumentalist, 5th grade and up. We will be practicing from 4-5 pm in the choir room, one hour before the celebration starts, and performing Christmas music during the celebration. If you have an instrument and would like to play, we would love to have you. Please contact Suzanne Zak at 215-343-6060 ext. 4 to let her know your name and instrument. Come for a fun time of music making.

 

BUS TRIP: All aboard for the 12/15/09 bus trip to the Freedom Chapel Dinner Theatre - "Amish Family Christmas.  Monies are now due in the amount of $68.  Make checks payable to NWPC and mail them or drop them off to the church.

KIDS—WANT TO BE AN ACTOR? We are planning a play to be performed at the Advent Dinner. There will be rehearsals on Sundays from 10:30—11:30 am starting October 25th. Contact Trish Mentzer (215-550-3896) or Christine Buck (215-918-0213) if interested.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
Text Box: ADVENT DINNER AND FAMILY NIGHT SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2008 5:00 PM CHURCH AUDITORIUM Please join us in advent preparation and fellowship. Crafts, decorations and caroling will take place. There will be a special visit from the North Pole! Drinks, bread and butter will be provided. THE CONGREGATION IS INVITED TO BRING THE FOLLOWING FOODS TO GENEROUSLY SERVE EIGHT:             A - H      SALAD AND SIDES I - P         ENTRÉE   Q - Z        DESSERT   A SERVING UTENSIL FOR YOUR DISH IS RECOMMENDED.   NEEDED:   Volunteers to assemble the Christmas trees.          Volunteers to string the Christmas lights on the trees immediately following second service on Sunday, December 7th.                      Volunteers to set up and clean up.                       Volunteers to help with the crafts.   PLEASE CONTACT CHRIS SITASZ @ 215-956-0253 IF YOU CAN HELP IN ANY CAPACITY.   YOUR HELP IS GREATLY NEEDED AND APPRECIATED. 

MISSION TEAM

CHRISTMAS BAZAAR AT NESHAMINY MANOR

 

On December 2, 2009 the Mission Team will be holding the annual Christmas Bazaar at the Neshaminy Manor Home. This sale enables the residents of the home to do Christmas shopping for their families and friends. The items are sold at a nominal price so that they can afford to shop.

 

We need a variety of items for the sale, and are hoping you will help by making donations. Suggestions include: books, especially childrens, games and small toys, jewelry, especially over-the-head necklaces, bracelets, clip-on earrings, brooches, jewelry boxes, word search books and crossword puzzle books, small packages of cookies (6 to a package) and small, hard peppermint candies. These are just some suggestions. Monetary contributions would also be appreciated as it would enable us to purchase items as needed and to give a few dollars to residents who would otherwise have no money for purchases. Money may be given to Carolee Eberwein, Barb Landes, Mara Sitasz or any member of the Mission Team.

 

Help will not only be needed the afternoon of December 2nd, but before then to help with pachaging. Set up time will be 11:30 am at the Manor, sale will be over at 3 pm.

 

There will be boxes marked NESHAMINY MANOR CHRISTMAS BAZAAR in  Room 4 through November 22nd.

 

Thank you for your help!

 

IT’S CASSEROLE TIME AGAIN FOLKS!

PLEASE HELP US FEED THE HOMELESS

 

Thank you very much for your participation in helping to feed the homeless at the Inn at St. Francis in Kensington. Please make sure that all casseroles are returned today by 2:00 pm TODAY.