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NESHAMINY-WARWICK PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
PRAYER LETTER
November 8, 2009"Nothing that is worth doing can be achieved in our lifetime; therefore we must be saved by hope. Nothing which is true or beautiful or good makes complete sense in any immediate context of history; therefore we must be saved by faith. Nothing we do, however virtuous, can be accomplished alone; therefore we are saved by love. No virtuous act is quite as virtuous from the standpoint of our friend or foe as it is from our standpoint. Therefore we must be saved by the final form of love, which is forgiveness." Reinhold Niebuhr
Please include the following members of our family of faith in your prayers this week: John Roushey Henri Rotelle (sister of Dottie Kieffer) Elizabeth Gilson (sister of Gil Gilson) Cathy Shaheen (daughter of Frank Shaheen) Donna Bates (friend of Gail Bilsland) Kelly Roundy (niece of Gail Bilsland)
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 |
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This Week’s Calendar |
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This Weeks Announcements |
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THE ASSOCIATE PASTOR NOMINATING COMMITTEE
The Nominating Committee is accepting nominations for the Associate Pastor Nominating Committee. Please contact Terry Slaymaker with your nominations at 215-672-0739 or buttonstclown@yahoo.com.
Bible Study: Wednesdays at 10 a.m. NO BIBLE STUDY WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11TH 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 any 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
GREETERS: As you entered the sanctuary this morning you were greeted by Jeff Kircher.
THE FLOWERS IN THE CHANCEL THIS MORNING are both given in loving memory of Jeanette Bates’ husband, Roland Bates; mother, Jennie; father, William Hopkins; and Eleanor Bates. Deacons Joan George & Barbara Goodman will deliver the flowers to shut-ins.PULPIT FLOWERS are needed for November 22 (2 vases), November 29 (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 Debbie and Bill Watson for serving as our hosts this morning.
PRAISE CHOIR sings November 15th. Meet in the Sanctuary at 8:00 am to rehearse. This month’s song is available in the Choir room (Shine On Us) and the website (http://nwpc.et). Join us and bring a friend.
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. |
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This Week’s Bulletin Information |
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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8 ~Adult Mission Trip to New Orleans~ 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 10:30 AM Mission Team Meeting—Library
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 9 9:00 AM Concern Center 10:30 AM Overeaters Anonymous - Lounge 8:00 PM Women’s AA—Lounge
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 10 10:00 AM Al Anon—Lounge 10:00 AM Concern Center—Library 6:45 PM BCCS—Sanctuary & Auditorium
WEDNESDAY, NOVMEMBER 11 9:00 AM Concern Center 9:00 AM Sarah Circle—Lounge 7:00 PM Mary-Martha Circle—Lounge
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12 6:30 PM Log College Academy Class - Case for Christ—NO DINNER 6:30 PM Hand Bells—Joyful Noise Room 7:00 PM Women’s AA—Lower Aud. 7:30 PM Sanctuary Choir
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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13 ~No Scheduled Activities~
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14 8:00 AM Boyscouts—Aud., Lower Aud., All Classrooms
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
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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!
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IT’S CASSEROLE TIME AGAIN FOLKS! PLEASE HELP US FEED THE HOMELESS
The Women’s Association is asking ALL OF YOU to prepare a casserole to help the homeless at the Inn of St. Francis in Kensington. They feed approximately 1,050 men, women and children each month. Twice a year our Women’s Association deliver casseroles to help alleviate hunger for our neighbors. WE NEED EVERYONE’S PARTICIPATION! Starting TODAY and through November 8th you can pick up a pan or two in the auditorium or lobby outside the church office and sign the sheet. Fill the pan with your favorite food for at least 10 people (for variety and convenience, copies of recipes are beside the pans). You will find instructions for wrapping in the bottom of the pan. Freeze completely before bringing it to the church. It is very important that all casseroles be returned by Sunday, November 15th. |
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THE WORSHIP & MUSIC TEAM NEEDS YOUR HELP!
The Worship/Music Team needs each Neshaminy-Warwick member to participate in the joy of our worship service.
Lay members are needed. They will help the team to seek liturgists and greeters for the worship services.
Greeters are needed. Two people will serve for one Sunday at both services.
Liturgists are needed. They will lead the Call to Worship, The Prayer of Confession and read the scripture for Sunday worship service.
The flowers are a silent greeter. Thank you for supplying our lovely flowers. The Worship & Music Team appreciates Dorothy Smith for coordinating this program.
Worship begins when the first person enters the Sanctuary. The liturgy begins with the opening music – prelude. If you whisper, whisper a prayer! During the postlude we will remain quiet as we prepare to go out into the world. LAY MEMBERI am willing to serve as a lay member. Name _________________________ Telephone No. ________________ E-mail _______________________ The Worship & Music Team will contact you. LITURGISTI am willing to serve as a liturgist. Name _________________________ Telephone No. ________________ E-mail _______________________ 1st Service_____ 2nd Service _____ Both Services_____ The Worship & Music Team will contact you. GREETERI am willing to serve as a greeter. Name _________________________ Telephone No. ________________ E-mail _______________________ Date(s) available _______________________________________________ The Worship & Music Team will contact you.
Please fill in this form and place in offertory plate or Worship & Music mailbox. Thank you very much. |
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Operation 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) |