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The Chronicle
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Published by
First Presbyterian Church 49 South Portage Street Westfield, New York
2019 |
Church Office Hours 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday
Office: (716) 326-2643 Fax: (716) 793-6019
Website:
E-Mail:
Administrative Assistant Polly M. Knopp
Custodian Daniel E. Dibble
Deacon of the Month SEPTEMBER 2019 September 1 & 8 Mark Smith September 15 & 22 September 29 Sharon Humphrey |
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Let God Guide You
by: Cathering Pulsifer
Focus on happiness, not discontent
Thank God for the gifts that are heaven sent.
Rather than crying for what we have not
Give thanks for all that you've got.
Count your blessings and then
Share them with others again and again.
Always show patience, don't turn away
It will make life worthwhile tomorrow and today.
Giving helps others you know
But more importantly it helps you to grow.
God gave us the ability to do, not just try
Give thanks rather than cry.
Live your life full and true
Don't let life get you blue.
As you start your day
Get down on your knees and pray
Let God guide you In all that you do.
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The Worship service on "Welcome Back Sunday" September 8, 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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SEPTEMBER Pulpit Supplies
Please join us in September for Family Worship at 11:00 a.m. - the pulpit supplies for September are:
September 1
Rev. Hope Harle-Mould
Rev. Mr. Hope Harle-Mould was born in Michigan while his father, a Presbyterian pastor, was preaching. He grew up in Wisconsin, graduated from Union Theological Seminary (New York City), and was ordained by John Knox Presbytery (WI) in 1978. In Maryland he served as campus minister and founding director of an interfaith peacemaking group. In 1988 he became a UCC minister. In Ohio he served as youth minister, associate pastor, and then senior pastor. Coming to Western New York, he served as pastor & teacher of St. Peter’s UCC in West Seneca, 1999-2016. Currently, Pastor Hope is a supply preacher and is a freelance writer for the devotionals These Days, The Upper Room, and Devozine, and in the past has been published by three PCUSA magazines and written for two PCUSA curriculua. He is an active member of Pilgrim-St. Luke’s UCC, Buffalo, serving on their Welcoming Refugees committee - And he has done volunteer service in Honduras, Ghana, and Sierra Leone. Pastor Hope’s unusual first name started out as a nickname at church camp, where he was a counselor for two summers. When friends and family continued to call him Hope, he realized he was being given a spiritual name, and at age 22 legally changed his name. Residing in Kenmore, Hope and his wife of 40 years, UCC minister Linda Harle-Mould, are proud adoptive parents of three children and have four grandchildren. Hope loves stargazing, hiking in the woods, playing Frisbee, reading, going to movies, writing songs for guitar, and having his pet dove Gracie perch on his shoulder.
September 8
John Daily
September 15
John Daily
September 22
John Daily
September 29
John Daily
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Call for a Special Congregational Meeting: The session of First Presbyterian Church of Westfield voted to call a special congregational meeting for Sunday, September 1, for the purpose of electing Elders (Class of 2021).
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2019 Chicken Barbecue Update...
A heartfelt thank you to the many volunteers who gave their time to the 2019 Chicken Barbecue. Because of all your hard work the barbecue and parking concession raised over $3,400. The barbecue and parking would not have been possible without each of you. A job well done!
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TREASURER
The Session accepted, with regret, the resignation of Bob Rau as Treasurer effective October 1, 2019. The church is currently seeking a replacement for the treasurer. If you are interested—please contact the church office at 326-2643.
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the simple solution to community fundraising
As a church we continue to 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 $50 and $100 denominations. Please call (326-2643) or stop in the church office to purchase a gift card. As of the of July 31st our profit is $360.00!
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Puppies for Sale
A shop owner placed a sign above his door that said: “Puppies For Sale.”
Signs like this always have a way of attracting young children, and to no surprise, a boy saw the sign and approached the owner; “How much are you going to sell the puppies for?” he asked.
The store owner replied, “Anywhere from $30 to $50.”
The little boy pulled out some change from his pocket. “I have $2.37,” he said. “Can I please look at them?”
The shop owner smiled and whistled. Out of the kennel came Lady, who ran down the aisle of his shop followed by five teeny, tiny balls of fur.
One puppy was lagging considerably behind. Immediately the little boy singled out the lagging, limping puppy and said, "What's wrong with that little dog?"
The shop owner explained that the veterinarian had examined the little puppy and had discovered it didn’t have a hip socket. It would always limp. It would always be lame.
The little boy became excited. “That is the puppy that I want to buy.”
The shop owner said, “No, you don’t want to buy that little dog. If you really want him, I’ll just give him to you.”
The little boy got quite upset. He looked straight into the store owner’s eyes, pointing his finger, and said; "I don't want you to give him to me. That little dog is worth
every bit as much as all the other dogs and I’ll pay full price. In fact, I’ll give you $2.37 now, and 50 cents a month until I have him paid for.”
The shop owner countered, “You really don’t want to buy this little dog. He is never going to be able to run and jump and play with you like the other puppies.”
To his surprise, the little boy reached down and rolled up his pant leg to reveal a badly twisted, crippled left leg supported by a big metal brace. He looked up at the
shop owner and softly replied, “Well, I don’t run so well myself, and the little puppy will need someone who understands!”
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Mission/Outreach News....
The Mission Committee would like to thank all who either helped with or donated items to the Yard Sale held during the Arts & Crafts Week-end. God blessed us with beautiful weather, and the many saleable items donated made the event a success. The profit from the sale amounted to $426.00 and will make it possible to complete the commitment to fund the Haitian Nurse Scholarship for 2019.
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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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"Welcome Back" Picnic: On Sunday, September 8, the Committee invites you to a picnic lunch following the 11:00 a.m. worship. The menu will include hamburgers, hot dogs, potato salad, corn on the cob, watermelon, dessert and a beverage. A donation of $10.00 will be appreciated (no charge for children and students). The proceeds will benefit ongoing mission projects. If you plan to attend please call the church office/326-2643.
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Soles Healing Souls
Chosen International Medical Assistance
"A Christ ministry dedicated to improving the quality of life to all God's people for His glory."
Chosen International Medical Assistance needs your shoes! Everyone has shoes they are no longer wearing, and don't know what to with, right? Chosen International Medical Assistance partners with funds2org to collect your used shoes. The shoes (including sneakers, boots, sandals, etc.) will be used to create and sustain micro-enterprise opportunities for low income entrepreneurs in developing nations. They will also stay out of landfills, AND, the more shoes collected, the more money Chosen IMA receives to continue its ministries! It's a Win, Win, Win! You can drop off your shoes at the church office or drop in a box located at the Portage Street entrance. Please rubber band each pair of shoes together. Thank you!
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WISH LIST FOR CHURCH KITCHEN
IN ORDER TO FURNISH THE KITCHEN WITH NEEDED SUPPLIES THE WOMEN’S ASSOCIATION IS SPONSORING A KITCHEN SHOWER. THERE WILL BE A SPECIALLY MARKED BOX FOR COLLECTION LOCATED OUTSIDE THE OFFICE DOOR.
ITEMS NEEDED ARE:
Gallon ZipLoc Freezer Bags
Gallon ZipLoc Storage Bags
ZipLoc Sandwich Bags
Kitchen Size Garbage Bags
Parchment Paper
Vanity Fair Dinner Napkins
Styrofoam Dessert Plates
Paper Towels
Decaf Coffee
64oz. 100% Juice Bottles
Cans of Sterno
20oz.Cans of Crushed Pineapple (for Harvest Dinners)
COLLECTIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED DURING THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER. ANY ITEMS DONATED WILL BE MUCH APPRECIATED.
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Friday, September 27
Roast Turkey, Mashed Potatoes, Stuffing, Corn, Butternut Squash,
Cranberry-Orange Relish and Assorted Desserts.
Friday, October 4
Roast Pork, Mashed Potatoes, Sauerkraut, Seasoned Green Beans, Warm Fruit,
Homemade Rolls and Assorted Desserts.
Friday, October 11
Chicken and Biscuits, Mashed Potatoes, Buttered Peas & Carrots, Cranberry Salad and Assorted Desserts.
Friday, October 18
Meat Loaf, Potato Stuffing, Harvard Beets, Sunset Salad, Succotash, Homemade Rolls and Assorted Desserts.
Friday, October 25
Baked Ham, Scalloped Potatoes, Vegetable Medley, Waldorf Salad, Homemade Rolls and Assorted Desserts.
Adult Dinner $11.00
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.
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A Special Harvest
The Lord blesses us abundantly
When we plant this type of seed —
Love our neighbors as ourselves
And helping others who are in need…
Cultivate the soil and watch the crops grow,
You shall reap a great harvest
With the love kindness you show…
Season comes and go,
But your crops shall never die,
Just have a little faith
And give it a try!
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2019 HARVEST DINNER
The Mission Committee/Presbyterian Women are looking for
volunteers for the Harvest Dinner's during the month of October.
Volunteers are NECESSARY for the dinners to be
successful. Please call the church office/326-2643 to volunteer for a date(s) listed below.
WEEK 1
Friday, September 27th
3:30 p.m.
4:30 ~ Cashier or Hostess
5:30 ~ Clean-up
WEEK 2
Friday, October 4th
3:30 p.m.
4:30 p.m. ~ Cashier or Hostess
5:30 p.m. ~ Clean-up
WEEK 3
Friday, October 11th
2:30 p.m.
3:30 p.m.
4:30 p.m. ~ Cashier or Hostess
4:45 p.m. ~ Delivery
5:30 p.m. ~ Clean-up
WEEK 4
Friday, October 18th
3:30 p.m.
4:30 p.m. ~ Cashier, Hostess
4:45 p.m. ~ Delivery
5:30 p.m. ~ Clean-up
WEEK 5
Friday, October 25th
3:30 p.m.
4: 30 p.m. ~ Cashier or Hostess
4:45 p.m. ~ Delivery
5:30 p.m. ~ Clean-up
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Clerk's Pen(cil) II
Following the call to order, devotions and prayer by Moderator Rev. Cynthia Wicker-Lundquist the Session took up the work of the church on Tuesday, August 20, 2019.
Actions taken at the meeting are summarized as follows:
Other Business...
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The Chautauqua Area Habitat for Humanity is an ecumenical Christian Ministry that welcomes to its work all people dedicated to the cause of eliminating poverty housing. They are currently
working at 127 Union Street, Westfield. There is a job for everyone; no special skills required. The work sessions are Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
If you would like to provide refreshments for the Habitat Volunteers please contact Mike Ricketts at 338-8864. Refreshments are needed for Saturday mornings at 10:00 a.m.
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Sunday, September 15, 2019, the Presbyterian Women's group will be hosting a Wellness Support Opportunity at our church after the Worship service. Flu, T-DaP and pneumonia vaccinations will be offered free of charge by Sarah Fritz, registered pharmacist, representing Rite Aid Pharmacy, Jamestown, NY. Blood pressure readings will also be available, along with a variety of informational material on various health and wellness topics of interest. This service will be available to all members of our congregation as well as any family or friends from our community. In order to participate, anyone interested will need to provide their insurance card, along with a completed “Screening Questionnaire and Consent Form.” These forms are available at entrances to the Sanctuary or in the church office. Coffee and refreshments will be provided in the Parlor. Vaccinations and blood pressure readings will be administered in the Library. Be sure to take advantage of this opportunity, and please feel free to invite your friends and family members to participate as well. Should you have any questions, please direct them to Sarah Fritz Polly in the church office.
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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
Dorothy Near, Betty Reid, Lillian Saunders, Mark Robbins, Barb Lynn, Ople Gollnitz, Sharon Bane, Elaine Hall, Pat Hayes, Jim Eversole.
Family and Friends of our Congregation
Darrell Colgrove, Mary Grygier (Sister of Elaine Parker), Mike Strada (Brother of Elaine Parker), Abigail Jopek, The Pandolph/Peary Families (Friends of John Daily), Jon Belcher, Bill Kane, Marsha Holland, June Beers
Our Servicemen
Chief Petty Officer, James "JD" Watkins (Grandson of Betty Reid)
Lt. Victgor Gutirrez, U.S. Army Rangers (Grandson of Jack Beckman)
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FINANCIAL REPORT
Income through July 31: $59,464.26
(2019 Pledges Paid to Date: $32,194.00)
Expenses through July 31: $58,832.73
Investment Funds used through July 31: $2,185.38
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SEPTEMBER 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
3rd
Clinton Parker
Ariana Robbins
Justin Smith
4th
Mark Robbins
7th
Jane McMaster
10th
Connor Johnson
11th
Dylan MacCubbin
12th
Norah Johnson
14th
Brett MacCubbin
15th
Margaret Parker-Funderburk
16th
Nikki Corbett
Nancy Hagedorn
17th
Sharon Humphrey
18th
Jeff Monroe
Matt Monroe
Dorothy Near
19th
Lillian Saunders
22nd
Matt Swank
25th
Kellie Sacilowski
26th
Penny Deakin
Karen Swank
28th
David Wilson
SEPTEMBER 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
Hoyt & Elaine Prince
12th
Brett & Terri MacCubbin
15th
Scott & Shelly Freyn
26th
Barry & Cathi Wright
27th
Eric & Marie Edwards
September 1
9:00 a.m.
Christian Nurture - Adult Education
10:00 a.m.
Family Worship
~ Communion ~
September 8
"Welcome Back Sunday"
10:00 a.m.
Christian Nuture - Adult Education
Choir Rehearsal
11:00 a.m.
Family Worship
12:00 Noon
"Welcome Back" Picnic
Sunday, September 15
10:00 a.m.
Christian Nurture - Adult Education
Choir Rehearsal
11:00 a.m.
Family Worship
12:00 Noon
Flu Shot Clinic
Monday, September 16
7:00 p.m.
Deacon Meeting
Tuesday, September 17
7:00 p.m.
Session
Wednesday, September 18
9:00 a.m.
Property & Finance
Sunday, September 22
10:00 a.m.
Christian Nurture ~ Adult Education
Choir Rehearsal
11:00 a.m.
Family Worship
Sunday, September 29
10:00 a.m.
Christian Nurture ~ Adult Education
Choir Rehearsal
11:00 a.m.
Family Worship
Friday, September 27
5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Roast Turkey Harvest Dinner
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Have You Earned Your Tomorrow?
by Edgar Guest
Is anybody happier because you passed his way?
Does anyone remember that you spoke to him today?
This day is almost over, and its toiling time is through;
Is there anyone to utter now a kindly word of you?
Did you give a cheerful greeting to the friend who came along?
Or a churlish sort of "Howdy" and then vanish in the throng?
Were you selfish pure and simple as you rushed along the way,
Or is someone mighty grateful for a deed you did today?
Can you say tonight, in parting with the day that's slipping fast,
That you helped a single brother of the many that you passed?
Is a single heart rejoicing over what you did or said;
Does a man whose hopes were fading now with courage look ahead?
Did you waste the day, or lose it, was it well or sorely spent?
Did you leave a trail of kindness or a scar of discontent?
As you close your eyes in slumber do you think that God would say,
You have earned one more tomorrow by the work you did today?
