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Volume 22, No. 4 First Presbyterian Church of Clarkesville April, 2015
Holy Week
March 29, Palm Sunday April 2, Maundy Thursday Palms to Passion Tenebrae Service with Candle Lighting 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m. Palms Processional precedes each Service The Lord’s Supper & Draping of the Cross Pancake Supper precedes the Service at 6pm
Sunday, April 5
Easter Sunday
One Worship Service 11:00 a.m.
Sunday School: Please check with your Teacher (Remember to bring flowers from your yard & place them on outside Cross before Worship Service begins)
Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 4 at 10: 00 a.m. (Doors open at 9am)
Grounds Clean Up Day
Saturday, March 28
8:30 a.m.
The Contributions/Expenses for March were not available before Newsletter was printed.
A Huge Thank You! A Huge Thank You! to all who helped make Veeda Javaid’s visit so very memorable!
To the Prayer Team for preparing the way (Joyce Tomanek, Zelda Waller, Jacky Vespi, Candy Wallace, Phil Hull, Joan Curtis, Bob/Martha Hopkins, Evelyn Waugh).
To those who provided Lodging (Steve/Carrie Griswold, Emery/Susanna Warnock).
To those who hosted Dinners or Lunch (Griswold’s, Warnock’s, Ed/Nancy Carmack & Friends, Phylecia Wilson/Mary Harlan & Friends, David/Faith Inglis & Friends, John/Phoebe Martin & Friends).
To those who provided Transportation (Griswold’s, Warnock’s, Nancy Carmack, Tina Evans).
To those who coordinated the Ladies Luncheon from Mission & Outreach & others (Renee Moorhead, Mary Harlan, Nancy Carmack, Susanna Warnock & Friends).
To those who coordinated, prepared & decorated for the Fantabulous Reception (Renee Moorhead, Mary Harlan, Nancy Carmack, Barb Johns, Sue Manning, Polly Erickson, Carrie Griswold, Faith Inglis, Deanna Anglin, Ken Curtis, Jim Johns, Bobby Palmer, Liam Warnock).
To all who brought food (half the women of the church).
To the photographers (Barb Johns, Melissa Henderson, & others).
To the Childcare provider (Jacky Vespi).
To the gifted Audio/Sound/Detail person who helped the schedule stay on task (Melissa Henderson).
To all those who were accidentally left off the list….God was watching
It takes a Village!
Thank You from one Very Proud Pastor!
Ash Wednesday Worship Service With the Imposition of Ashes
Wednesday March 5 7:00 – 7:30 pm
Ash Wednesday Worship Service With the Imposition of Ashes
Wednesday March 5 7:00 – 7:30 pm
SESSION NEWS BYTES
Bytes from March 10, 2015 Session Mtg
Officer Retreat covered 4 chapters of Sail Boat Church by Joan Gray. Devotion was on Ch. 5
Session approved for Desi Barrett to have family baby shower in FC on May 16
Session approved for TLS to use FC, Toddler Rms for Childcare on April 25
Bldgs/Grds Clean Up Day is Sat, March 28 at 8:30am
Session approved to have VBS July 6 -9
Session approved for Tina Jimmerson to be speaker at Mother’s Day Luncheon on Sat, May 2
Session approved to postpone any further sound system exploration for the time being.
Addendum: Church raised $2,700 for PEB (14 Christian Schools in Pakistan) which Veeda Javaid oversees & also $790 for SHE (Struggle, Hope, Empowerment) for women/children in Pakistan who are at risk of, or are being, abused. Thank you!
Year-to-date through the end of Feb. 2015, expenses exceeded revenues by $4,513. In January, $2,600 of expenses were our yearly contributions to programs that we support including:
1) Sharing & Caring - $500; 2) Habitat for Humanity - $100; 3) Soup Kitchen - $500; 4) Circle of Hope - $500; 5) Grace Gate - $500; and 6) Habersham Homeless Ministries - $500.
In February, $1,353 of expenses was our annual premium for casualty and workers comp insurance. We expect revenues to exceed expenses in the coming months as many of these one-time expenses are paid early in the fiscal year.
Brian Horton, Treasurer
We need some helper bunnies! REMINDER: We need more candy & plastic eggs. We need your help stuffing the eggs. Please join us before (5:30 p.m.) and/or just after the Maundy Thursday
Pancake Supper, April 2nd to stuff eggs.
In addition, we need your help the morning of the hunt, April 4th People are needed to hide eggs and to patrol the banks of the yard near Washington St. for safety of the children. Be at FPCC no later than 8:30 a.m.
Join us for our Annual Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, April 4th
Doors open @ 9:00 a.m. - Egg Hunt begins @ 10:00 a.m.
Ages 0-9
Crafts, egg dyeing, face painting, and pictures with the Easter Bunny!
We are still looking for volunteers, if you would like to help the Easter Bunny this year
please contact Cat Simpson @ 706-499-4409 or Renee Moorhead @ 770-654-2599.
Photos from 2014 Easter Egg Hunt
Here at FPCC – there is a Sunday School
class for everyone!
The Young Adult Sunday School Class meets in the Fellowship Center during the Sunday
school hour. They are reading and discussing Trust Us...They’ll Ask: Answers to Your Kids’ Toughest and Most Awkward Questions. All young parents, as well as young adult non-
parents are welcome.
The Search Party Class is enjoying their study of “Mixed Blessings” a book of Sermons by
Barbara Brown Taylor. If you enjoy discussion you are welcome. (Room 213)
The Speak Easy Class is on Chapter Eight of Barbara Brown Taylor’s “Learning to Walk in
the Dark.” In this series, under the leadership of Brice Graves, the class is following
Taylor’s book and studying ways to find spirituality in those times when we don’t have all
the answers. They meet in the Education wing (Room 214) & would love to have you join in.
Diggers and Seekers are studying the Book of Judges they are in (Room 212). Al Peterson
has an amazing knowledge of the Old Testament and new members are welcome.
We now have a 3 & 4 Year-Old Class. They meet with
Kathryn Kelly downstairs in the room right next to the stairway
in the Franklin House. The Pre-K and K Class meets across the
hall with Kathy Palmer this month.
Grades 2 & 3 meet in the Education Wing with Joan Curtis and 4 & 5 next door with
Shelia Greene.
The Middle School (Grades 6-9) meet upstairs in the Franklin House with FPCC Youth
Director, David Hammock.
Senior High meet in the Parlor with Susanna Warnock.
The Men’s monthly breakfast has moved to the Crossroads Café. For more information contact Larry Weese. Building & Grounds meet the first Saturday of each month 8:00 am in the fellowship hall. For more information contact Ken Curtis at 706-776-8543 or John Carmack at 770-754-0202. This month we are helping with the Easter Egg Hunt.
Presbyterian Women
FPCC P.W. group will meet on the first Tuesday in April on the 7th at 10:00 am. Please note the change from our normal meeting date.
The Women’s bible study will meet on the second Tuesday, April 14th at 10:00 a.m.
If you are a visitor and want to come, you too are welcome. This is a great place to meet and get to know each other. We look forward to seeing you.
Zelda Waller Moderator
Sound System
Volunteers are needed for both services on Sunday Worship. Signup sheet is on
bulletin board outside of office. Training will be provided.
Ushers/Greeters needed for 2015 We are in need of ushers & greeters for 2015. Please see the sign-up sheet on the bulletin board next to the church office or contact Claudia Jessup if you are willing to serve, [email protected] or call at 706-839-1838.
Join us Saturday, March 28th at 8:30 a.m. to celebrate the arrival of spring
by helping with us with the spring cleaning at the church.
FPCC ANNUAL SPRING CLEANING
Help is needed in the following areas:
We need wheelbarrow drivers to load and move wood chips for mulch to the trees in front of the Franklin House.
Rakes, gloves, and enthusiasm welcomed.
If you wish to work inside please bring dusters, buckets and cleaning supplies
along with your enthusiasm.
VBS – Hold the Dates!! July 6 – 9 for Hometown Nazareth…Where Jesus was a Kid
Everyone knows what it’s like to hear your mom tell stories
from your childhood. Can you imagine the kind of stories Mary
could tell? This year we will be taking our children (ages 4 – 12)
to Hometown Nazareth where they will stand up for their faith among people who doubt
the carpenter’s son is really God’s son. Bible Points will help kids realize Jesus was a
kid…just like them.
So be sure to make plans for your child to attend and bring a neighbor. Of course, like
always, volunteers are needed. A sign-up sheet is in the Narthex or you can call or email
Phylecia Wilson (404-401-7969/[email protected] or [email protected]).
Wonderful Wednesday
Wonderful Wednesday will not be held on April 1 or on April 8.
April 15 TBA
April 22 TBA
April 29 Emory Warnock on his travels to Pakistan
Church Mission Statement God calls us to welcome all people and to equip them to become disciples,
who use their gifts to serve Christ by serving others.
Veeda’s Visit
We enjoyed a luncheon at the Attic.
Dr. Emory Warnock shared his Pakistan experience with the
congregation.
We enjoyed the reception
at the church for Veeda.
As you can see in this photo
we are proud of our SHE
purchases.
The youth group delivered treats to Clarkesville Fire Department, Habersham
County Sheriff's office and Habersham Medical Center ER. While we were building
snowmen and drinking hot cocoa during the snow & ice the past couple of weeks, these men
and women were working tirelessly to ensure the safety of the citizens of our community.
We appreciate all they do for us!
In this photo FPCC are left to right -
Jack Greene, Collen Kelly, Emma
Barrett, Ellawyn Ketch, Grace Wills,
Anna Paige Barrett & Celia Kate
Reeves.
Every year, I look forward to the longer days and warmer temperatures that Spring affords us. This year, Spring also brings some exciting opportunities for the FPCC Youth. In addition to the Easter holiday and Spring Break, the Youth are looking forward to a few service projects to go along with the nice weather.
The first week of April, many of the members of the Youth Group will be helping prepare for the annual Easter Egg Hunt (Sat, April 4) by decorating eggs, face painting, and donating food and candy. Also fast approaching is a youth-sponsored pancake dinner to celebrate Maundy Thursday. The meal will be at 6pm on Thursday, April 2, and will feature pancakes, bacon, sausage, and more, served by members of the Youth. This event will take the place of the Biscuit Breakfast fundraiser for the month of April.
In the weeks to come, the Youth look forward to some outings to Pitts Park, Youth Sunday in May, and ultimately our mission trip to Charlotte in July. Also of note, the youth section of the church website has been updated and will continue to be updated regularly. We invite everyone to take a look for news and information about the FPCC Youth program.
Happy Easter and hope to see everyone at these upcoming events! David Hammock
Youth Director
FPCC Youth
Jonathan Delugach Eagle Scout Ceremony March 22, 2015
Christian, Jonathan, Stuart
An Eagle Scout Family
Taking the Eagle Oath lead by his brother Christian.
A few of our church men proudly
standing with Jonathan showing
their ‘Eagle Scout’ support on his
special day.
Some of these gentlemen were
made Eagle Scouts as far back as
1953. President Dwight D.
Eisenhower signed their certificate.
FPCC Members in this photo: Brice
Grave, Jim Johns, Christian
Delugach, Stuart Delugach, and
John Martin.
The Little School Corner
The Little School –TLS is very proud of their partnerships with Tallulah Falls School – TFS and
Rabun Gap Nacoochee Schools – RGNS. RGNS since it has a Presbyterian background.
Our graduates in both 4th and 5th grades are invited to spend an orientation day especially for
TLS students at both RGNS and TFS.
Any graduate of TLS receives a $2,500 scholarship to Rabun Gap Nacoochee School. (This is
prior to financial aid and merit scholarships). Additionally, any faculty member of TLS
receives a 75% discount on tuition at RGNS and is also eligible for financial aid. RGNS will also
pay 85% of the tuition at TLS for any employee's children to attend TLS.
Any graduate of TLS receives a $1,000 scholarship to Tallulah Falls School. (This is prior to
any merit scholarship or financial aid award). Little School students are also given
priority review by the Admissions Committee. All TLS employee children also receive a $1,000
faculty discount.
In both instances, the awards are for the duration of the student's attendance at either college
prep institution.
For additional information about The Little School, call the school office at 706-754-8894 or
email: [email protected].
APRIL 2015 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
29 Palm Sunday 9 AM Early Worship 10 AM Sunday Sch 11 AM Worship 12:15 PM Mid Sch Yth Gr
30 Office Closed 1 PM Art Grp
31 10 AM Staff Mtg
1 10:30 AM Soup Kit 11:15 AM TLS Chapel 6 PM Choir/Special practice
2 Maundy Thursday 8:30 AM Clergy 1 PM Worship Mtg 5:30 PM Egg Stuffing 6 PM Brkfst Supper 7 PM Comm Srvc
3 Good Friday Lisa @ home/sermon prep
4 9 AM Easter Egg Hunt
5 Easter Sunday
One Worship 7:16 AM Lisa Sunrise 10 AM Sunday Sch 10 AM M/O Mtg 11 AM Worship 12:15 PM Mid Sch Yth Gr 3 PM Nsg Home
6 Office Closed 1 PM Art Grp
7 10 AM Presb Wmn 10 AM Staff Mtg 1 PM Educ. Mtg 4 PM Fin/Budg
8 11:15 AM TLS Chapel 5 PM Prayer Team
9 8:30 AM Clergy
10 Lisa @ home/sermon prep
11
12 9 AM Early Worship 10 AM Sunday School 11 AM Worship 12:15 PM Mid Sch Yth Gr
13 Office Closed 1 PM Art Grp
14 10 AM Staff Mtg 10 AM Zelda's Bible St 5 PM Session Mtg
15 11:15 AM TLS Chapel 5 PM Prayer Team 6 PM Potluck 6:45 PM Program 7:30 PM Adult Choir
16 7:30 AM Clergy 9 AM Lisa- Chaplain @ HCMC 11 AM Soul Sisters 2 PM Personnel Mtg
17 Lisa @ home/sermon prep
18 Newsletter Deadline
19 9 AM Early Worship 10 AM Sunday Sch 11 AM Worship 12:15 PM Mid Sch Yth Gr
20 Office Closed 1 PM Art Grp
21 10 AM Staff Mtg 12:30 PM Grace Gate
22 11:15 AM TLS Chapel 5 PM Prayer Team 6 PM Potluck 6:45 PM Program 7:30 PM Adult Choir
23 8:30 AM Clergy
24 Lisa @ home/sermon prep
25 5:30 PM TLS Auction
26 9 AM Early Worship 10 AM Sunday Sch 11 AM Worship 12:15 PM Mid Sch Yth Gr
27 Office Closed 1 PM Art Grp
28 10 AM Staff Mtg
29 11:15 AM TLS Chapel 5 PM Prayer Team 6 PM Potluck 6:45 PM Program 7:30 PM Adult Choir
30 8:30 AM Clergy
1 Lisa @ home/sermon prep
2 8:30 AM Bldg/Grounds Meeting 8:30 AM Men's Breakfast Group
Veeda Javaid
Birthdays 1st Gordon Kelly; 4th Roy Lingerfelt; 5th James Farmer, Ron Carroll;
6th Dick Manning; 9th Pam Hill, Craig Kelly; 11th John Martin; 12th John MacLean;
14th Cat Simpson; 16th Kite Stribling; 17th Andy Adams, Rick Moorhead; 18th Trey
Greene; 19th Frank Worley; 24thTim Healey
