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The Chronicle
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First Presbyterian Church 49 South Portage Street Westfield, New York
SEPTEMBER 2016 |
Church Office Hours 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday
Office: (716) 326-2643 Fax: (716) 793-6019
Website:
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Administrative Assistant Polly M Knopp
Custodian Brenda McCutcheon
Deacon of the Month September 2016 Mike Cluchey |
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It's September
By: Edgar Albert Guest
It's September, and the orchards are afire with red and gold.
And the nights with dew are heavy, and the mornings sharp with cold;
Now the garden's at its gayest with the salvia blazing red
And the good old-fashioned asters laughing at us from their bed;
Once again in shoes and stockings are the children's little feet,
And the dog now does his snoozing on the bright side of the street.
It's September, and the cornstalks are high as they will go,
And the red cheeks of the apples everywhere begin to show;
Now the supper's scarcely over ere the darkness settles down
And the moon looms big and yellow at the edges of the town;
Oh, it's good to see the children, when their little prayers are said,
Duck beneath the patchwork covers when they tumble into bed.
It's September, and a calmness and a sweetness seem to fall
Over everything that's living, just as though it hears the call
Of Old Winter, trudging slowly, with his pack of ice and snow,
In the distance over yonder, and it somehow seems as though
Every tiny little blossom wants to look its very best
When the frost shall bite its petals and it droops away to rest.
It's September! It's the fullness and the ripeness of the year;
All the work of the earth is finished, or the final tasks are near,
But the end that is approaching wears the finest garb it knows.
And I pray that I may proudly hold my head up high and smile
When I come to my September in the golden afterwhile.
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The Worship Service on "Welcome Back Sunday," Sunday, September 11, will begin our 11:00 a.m. service schedule for the Fall/Winter months. Following the service will be a luncheon hosted by the Mission/Outreach Committee.
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Mission/Outreach News....
"Welcome Back" Picnic
On September 11, the committee invites you to a picnic lunch following worship church. The menu will be hamburgers, hot dogs, potato salad, corn on the cob, tomatoes, watermelon, dessert and a beverage. A donation of $10.00 will be appreciated. If you plan to attend please call the church office/326-2643 to make a reservation.
Personal Care Items
September is our month to collect personal care items for the Food Pantry. Items needed are toothbrushes, toothpaste, mouthwash, denture care products, men's shaving items, women's personal care items, shampoo, conditioner and hand lotion. Please try to contribute some of these needed items for those less fortunate. The Food Pantry appreciates any and all of our donations.
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Clerk's Pen(cil) II
Following the call to order by the Moderator and devotions and prayer, the Session took up the work of the church on Thursday, July 14 and Thursday, August 11, 2016.
Actions taken at the meeting are summarized as follows:
~ Received the Treasurer's report for June and July, 2016
~ Received the Deacons' report for June 2016 (no meeting in July).
~ Approved the Session minutes for June and July 2016.
~ Approved to formally recognize the Celtic Vespers as part of our church funtions.
~ Approved Beth Cluchey and John Daily to update the Appreciative Inquiry
(Mission Study).
~ Approved repairs to the sanctuary roof, costs not to exceed $15,000.
~ Approved electing six people to the Pastoral Nominating Committee.
~ Fortner Construction will be contracted to repair sanctuary roof.
~ Approved the use of a room on the third floor to the Girl Scouts.
~ Approved Bob Rau to serve as Treasurer upon Harry Barton's retirement.
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Sacrament of Baptism was celebrated on...
Sunday, July 17, 2016 - Daxon Allen Perkins was baptized.
Daxon is the son of Brad Perkins and Ashley Rosado.
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Prayer Concerns
A special prayer that you'll be blessed with tender care and needed rest, warm thoughts of friends that mean so much and most of all, God's healing touch.
REMEMBER TO PRAY FOR....
Members of Our Congregation
Kay Hall, Gwen Farver, Ruth Stacy, Prudence Putnam, Doc Near, Betty Reid, Enid Beadle, Bev & Les Yeaney, Norma Vanderpool, Don Strobl, Gloria Colgrove, Warren Colgrove and Betty Wilson
Family and Friends of our Congregation
Darrell Colgrove, Dee Jensen, Mary Grygier (Sister of Elaine Parker), Mike Strada (Brother of Elaine Parker), Jeff Greabell, Pauline Emilson, The Pandolph/Peary Families (Friends of John Daily), Pam Goldych (Sister-in-Law of Marie Edwards), and Rich Peters Son of Gladys & Howard Peters), Lexie Friedrich.
Our Servicemen.
Capt. Christopher Kittle
Chief Petty Officer, James "JD" Watkins (Grandson of Betty Reid)
SGT2 Arnold Soto (Grandson of Darla Augur)
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Celebrations of Eternal Life...
Our deepest sympathy as a congregation is extended to the families and friends upon the death of their loved ones:
Iola Riedesel ~ Saturday, July 30, 2016
(Mother of George Riedesel)
Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with all who have lost loved ones recently.
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The family of Iola Riedesel extend their thanks the Presbyterian Church and its members for helping make her memorial a meaningful celebration of her life. Special acknowledgement is offered to Rev. Stephen Morse for his meaningful meditation and Carolyn Bills and her volunteer team, whose reception and kitchen service received many compliments from our guests. We really appreciated how Polly and the church made everything available for Iola's family.
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There are a few items that need attention inside and outside of the church building. We are reaching out to members and friends. If you would like to help in anyway - by contributing your time, labor or resources - please contact the church office at 326-2643.
** Painting the kitchenette
** Miscellaneous outside trim painting.
** A new Portage Street entrance mat with the Presbyterian Church (USA) logo. The approximate cost is $400.00
** Any fundraising suggestions.
** Minor painting in the Sanctuary.
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the simple solution to community fundraising
As a church we are participating in TOPS Markets "Cash for Causes" program. We have purchased TOPS "Cash for Causes" gift cards that are available to church members and friends. You pay the cash value of the card and the church earns 5% on each card sold. We all buy groceries! There is no additional cost to you; you simply use the gift card. Cards are available in $25, $50 and $100 denominations. Please call (326-2643) or stop in the church office to purchase a gift card.
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FINANCIAL REPORT
Income through July 31, 2016: $99,342.42
(Pledges Paid to Date: $46,653.00)
Expenses through July 31, 2016: $98,609.75
Investment Funds used through July 31, 2016: $28,125.00
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The church has a "Donate Now" button on our website ~ steeplesinthepark.com. To donate to our church and ministry simply click on the donate tab located on the right hand side of the website. You will be directed to a secure Pay-Pal site to complete your donation. The Church greatly appreciates any and all contribution's.
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2016 Chicken Barbecue Update...
A heartfelt thank you to the many volunteers who gave their time to the 2016 Chicken Barbecue. Because of all your hard work, the barbecue and parking concession raised over $3,000.00. The barbecue and parking would not have been possible without each of you. A job well done!
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September Bonfire
Please join us at 8:00 p.m. on Friday, September 2, for a bonfire here at the church. It is a time for all of us to gather together and enjoy each other's company around a bonfire. Everyone is welcome to join, so feel free to invite friends and neighbors! Plan to bring your own chair. The Fellowship Committee will supply
s'more-making supplies.
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Sunday School
Fall Kick-off
September 11, 2016
10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
2016 - 2017 will be an exciting year as we explore the
"Heroes of the Bible!"
Bring a friend!
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Choir rehearsals will begin on Sunday, September 11, at 10:00 a.m. in the choir room. Come one! Come all interested singers! There is no musical background or expertise required, just a desire to sing and have fun! We love to have new voices.
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Celtic Vespers Service
Thursday, September 15
7:00 p.m.
Influenced by and based on ancient Celtic worship as well as its modern survivals, worship communities such as the famous Iona Community in Scotland, Celtic Vespers is a beautiful service of evening prayer. Featuring responsorial Psalms, prayers from the Carmina Gadelica, a brief incense rite, music based on Celtic tunes and even a recitation of The Lord's Prayer in Gaelic. Celtic Vespers offers a truly unique spiritual service. Please join us at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 15, and bring your family and friends!
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Looking Ahead...
HAYRIDE
The Fellowship Committee will host a hayride on Friday,
October 14, from 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. and Saturday, October 15, from 10:00 a.m. - 11 a.m. The ride will begin at the home of Marilynne Northrop on Munson Road. Children under the age of 12 are asked to be accompanied by an adult. Everyone is welcome, so feel free to invite friends and neighbors!
5K RUN- WALK-JOG
Saturday, October 29
Our Halloween 5K is sure to be a fun way for people of all ages to enjoy the Halloween season. Check-in will start at 9:30 a.m. in the Parlor and run/walk/jog beginning at 10:00 a.m. in front of the Church in Moore Park. Everyone is invited and encouraged to wear their Halloween costume. There will be a prize given for the best costume and best couples costume. Post race fun will include treats for all! Pre-registration is $20.00 (by October 17) and will include a 5-K t-shirt. On the day of the event the fee is $25.00. To pre-register please call the church office/326-2643.
TRUNK OR TREAT
Trunk-or-Treat is a Halloween event sponsored by the church where members and friends are invited to decorate their vehicle trunks for Halloween. The best way to plan for decorating your trunk is to pick a theme, and perhaps you can dress up to match the theme as well. The decorated cars will fill the parking lot
Monday, October 31, from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. as the community kids enjoy trick-or-treating before heading over to the parade.
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October Harvest Dinners
Friday, September 30
Roast Turkey, Mashed Potatoes, Stuffing, Corn, Butternut Squash Cranberry-Orange Relish and Assorted Desserts.
Friday, October 7
Roast Pork, Mashed Potatoes, Sauerkraut, Seasoned Green Beans, Warm Fruit, Homemade Rolls and Assorted Desserts.
Friday, October 14
Meat Loaf, Potato Stuffing, Harvard Beets, Cabbage Slaw, Succotash, Homemade Rolls and Assorted Desserts.
Friday, October 21
Baked Ham, Scalloped Potatoes, Vegetable Medley, Waldorf Salad, Homemade Rolls and Assorted Desserts.
Friday, October 28
Chicken and Biscuits, Mashed Potatoes, Buttered Peas & Carrots, Cranberry Salad and Assorted Desserts.
Adult Dinner $10.00
All dinners include a beverage.
Sit down, take-out or delivery available.
For delivery ~ please call the church office/326-2643 before Noon on the day of the dinner.
Proceeds benefiting the Presbyterian Women's Association and
Mission/Outreach Projects.
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HARVEST DINNER VOLUNTEERS
The Mission Committee and Presbyterian Women are looking for volunteers for the Harvest Dinners. Volunteers are NECESSARY for the dinners to be successful. Please call Ann Wise/793-9651 or the church office to volunteer for a
date(s) listed below.
Week 1
Thursday, September 29
1:00 p.m.
Friday, September 30
2:30 p.m.
3:30 p.m.
4:30 p.m. ~ Cashier, Hostess or Delivery
5:15 p.m. ~ Clean-up
Week 2
Friday, October 7
2:30 p.m.
3:30 p.m.
4:30 p.m. ~ Cashier, Hostess or Delivery
5:15 p.m. ~ Clean-up
Week 3
Thursday, October 13
10:30 a.m.
Friday, October 14
2:30 p.m.
3:30 p.m.
4:30 p.m. ~ Cashier, Hostess or Delivery
5:15 p.m. ~ Clean - up
Week 4
Friday, October 21
2:30 p.m.
3:30 p.m.
4:30 p.m. ~ Cashier, Hostess or Delivery
5:15 p.m. ~ Clean-up
Week 5
Thursday, October 27
1:00 p.m.
Friday, October 28
2:30 p.m.
3:30 p.m.
4:30 p.m. ~ Cashier, Hostess or Delivery
5:15 p.m. ~ Clean-up
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The above picture is Israel's memorial to 9/11. It is called the 9/11 Living Memorial Plaza. Completed in 2009 for $2 million, it sits on five acres of hillside, 20 miles from the center of Jerusalem. The memorial is a 30-foot, bronze American flag that forms the shape of a flame to commemorate the flames of the Twin Towers. The base of the monument is made of melted steel from the wreckage of the World Trade Center. It includes this engraving in Hebrew and English. "This metal remnant was taken from the remains of the Twin Towers that imploded on the September 11th disaster. It was sent over to Israel by the City of New York to be incorporated in this memorial. This metal piece, like the entire monument, is a manifestation of the special relationship between New York and Jerusalem." Surrounding the monument are plaques with the names of the victims of 9/11, including five Israeli citizens. It is the only memorial outside the U.S. that includes the names of all who perished in the terrorist attacks. The monument is often used for memorial and commemoration services. The site solemnly overlooks Jerusalem's largest cemetery, Har HaMenuchot.
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BIRTHDAYS
We all join in extending Greetings
and Best Wishes for a Happy Birthday.
May this day be Richly Blessed
With Peace and Joy and
Everything that makes for Happiness.
1st
Aryanna Ellis
Marjory Fritz
2nd
Brenda McCutcheon
3rd
Clinton Parker
Ariana Robbins
Justin Smith
4th
Mark Robbins
7th
Jane McMaster
11th
Dylan MacCubbin
12th
Tim Wise
14th
Brett MacCubbin
15th
Jean Mead
Margaret Parker
16th
Nicole Corbett
Nancy Hagedorn
17th
Heidi Duncombe
18th
Jeff Monroe
Matt Monroe
Dorothy Near
19th
Tammy Rothwell
Lillian Saunders
22nd
Matt Swank
25th
Kellie Sacilowski
26th
Penny Deakin
Karen Swank
28th
Madeline Barton
David Wilson
ANNIVERSARIES
A special Anniversary Prayer...
That God's Eternal love
Will fill your heart this day
With joy and blessings from above.
3rd
Phil & Linda Young
4th
Derek & Brittany Edwards
12th
Brett & Terri MacCubbin
15th
Scott & Shelly Freyn
26th
Barry & Cathi Wright
27th
Eric & Marie Edwards
Friday, September 2
~ Church Office Closed ~
8:00 p.m.
Summer Bonfire
Sunday, September 4
9:00 a.m.
Christian Nurture ~ Adult Education
10:00 a.m.
Family Worship
~ Communion by Intinction ~
Monday, September 5
~ Labor Day ~
Church Office Closed
Tuesday, September 6
11:00 a.m.
Presbyterian Women's Meeting
7:00 p.m.
Mission/Outreach Meeting
Wednesday, September 7
9:00 a.m.
Worship & Music Meeting
Thursday, September 8
5:00 p.m.
Session Meeting
Sunday, September 11
10:00 a.m.
Sunday School
Christian Nurture ~ Adult Education
Choir Rehearsal
11:00 a.m.
"Welcome Back Sunday"
Family Worship
12 Noon
"Welcome Back" Luncheon
~ Hosted by Mission Committee ~
Thursday, September 15
7:00 p.m
Celtic Vespers Service
Sunday, September 18
10:00 a.m.
Sunday School
Christian Nurture ~ Adult Education
Choir Rehearsal
11:00 a.m.
Family Worship
12:00 Noon
Coffee Hour
~ Hosted by the Fellowship Committee ~
Monday, September 19
7:00 p.m.
Deacon Meeting
Wednesday, September 21
9:00 a.m.
Property & Finance Meeting
Sunday, September 25
10:00 a.m.
Sunday School
Christian Nurture ~ Adult Education
Choir Rehearsal
11:00 a.m.
Family Worship
Friday, September 30
5:00 to 6:30 p.m.
Harvest Dinner
Roast Turkey
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Prayer
Dear Lord, use my eyes to see new friends.
Open my ears to hear my teacher.
Open my mind to learn new things.
Let my heart remember YOU are near when I am afraid.
Help me to love others like you do.
I want to shine your light so bright in my school.
Amen.
