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SSSSpring time is a time of celebrations. Even the trees, pring time is a time of celebrations. Even the trees, pring time is a time of celebrations. Even the trees, pring time is a time of celebrations. Even the trees,
birds, grass and flowers seem to join in the chorus of color and birds, grass and flowers seem to join in the chorus of color and birds, grass and flowers seem to join in the chorus of color and birds, grass and flowers seem to join in the chorus of color and sound. Young people are going to proms and grads are sound. Young people are going to proms and grads are sound. Young people are going to proms and grads are sound. Young people are going to proms and grads are preparing to burst onto the work or college scene. Three of preparing to burst onto the work or college scene. Three of preparing to burst onto the work or college scene. Three of preparing to burst onto the work or college scene. Three of our young people, Erin, Kristin and Stephen will confirm their our young people, Erin, Kristin and Stephen will confirm their our young people, Erin, Kristin and Stephen will confirm their our young people, Erin, Kristin and Stephen will confirm their faith on May 4 and begin a new chapter in their lives as adult faith on May 4 and begin a new chapter in their lives as adult faith on May 4 and begin a new chapter in their lives as adult faith on May 4 and begin a new chapter in their lives as adult members of our church. Annjakira is celebrating her members of our church. Annjakira is celebrating her members of our church. Annjakira is celebrating her members of our church. Annjakira is celebrating her quinceañera. Babies are scheduled to be baptized and many quinceañera. Babies are scheduled to be baptized and many quinceañera. Babies are scheduled to be baptized and many quinceañera. Babies are scheduled to be baptized and many of our little ones are growing up faster than we can believe! of our little ones are growing up faster than we can believe! of our little ones are growing up faster than we can believe! of our little ones are growing up faster than we can believe! Have you heard that Noah V., Dylan, Olivia, Noah P., Tess, Have you heard that Noah V., Dylan, Olivia, Noah P., Tess, Have you heard that Noah V., Dylan, Olivia, Noah P., Tess, Have you heard that Noah V., Dylan, Olivia, Noah P., Tess, Leah and Sarah are all talking? That nursery is loud! Tess Leah and Sarah are all talking? That nursery is loud! Tess Leah and Sarah are all talking? That nursery is loud! Tess Leah and Sarah are all talking? That nursery is loud! Tess will be preaching soon! And, yes, they will be graduating will be preaching soon! And, yes, they will be graduating will be preaching soon! And, yes, they will be graduating will be preaching soon! And, yes, they will be graduating before we know it. before we know it. before we know it. before we know it.
It is a time of hope and expectation. What will emerge It is a time of hope and expectation. What will emerge It is a time of hope and expectation. What will emerge It is a time of hope and expectation. What will emerge from our world next? What seed planted years ago will bear from our world next? What seed planted years ago will bear from our world next? What seed planted years ago will bear from our world next? What seed planted years ago will bear fruit and amaze us with wonder? This is the expectation that fruit and amaze us with wonder? This is the expectation that fruit and amaze us with wonder? This is the expectation that fruit and amaze us with wonder? This is the expectation that we need to have with our faith. What wonder will God present we need to have with our faith. What wonder will God present we need to have with our faith. What wonder will God present we need to have with our faith. What wonder will God present to us this day? A toddler talking, a child to us this day? A toddler talking, a child to us this day? A toddler talking, a child to us this day? A toddler talking, a child in a tuxedo or gown, a loved ones hug, or in a tuxedo or gown, a loved ones hug, or in a tuxedo or gown, a loved ones hug, or in a tuxedo or gown, a loved ones hug, or an old friend’s smile. It’s all a gift. an old friend’s smile. It’s all a gift. an old friend’s smile. It’s all a gift. an old friend’s smile. It’s all a gift. Celebrate life. Breathe deeply and Celebrate life. Breathe deeply and Celebrate life. Breathe deeply and Celebrate life. Breathe deeply and stretch your hands to the heavens. stretch your hands to the heavens. stretch your hands to the heavens. stretch your hands to the heavens. Thank your Creator for the sprouts of Thank your Creator for the sprouts of Thank your Creator for the sprouts of Thank your Creator for the sprouts of spring and the shouts of new life! spring and the shouts of new life! spring and the shouts of new life! spring and the shouts of new life!
Pastor KatePastor KatePastor KatePastor Kate
Collingswood Presbyterian Church
April 2008
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TO OUR NEWEST MEMBERS!TO OUR NEWEST MEMBERS!TO OUR NEWEST MEMBERS!TO OUR NEWEST MEMBERS!
Art Bermudez Art Bermudez Art Bermudez Art Bermudez
Janet FloresJanet FloresJanet FloresJanet Flores Debbie GardinerDebbie GardinerDebbie GardinerDebbie Gardiner
Annjakira Flores Annjakira Flores Annjakira Flores Annjakira Flores Jeff GardinerJeff GardinerJeff GardinerJeff Gardiner
Daniel FloresDaniel FloresDaniel FloresDaniel Flores Stephen WilsonStephen WilsonStephen WilsonStephen Wilson
Kristin WoodsKristin WoodsKristin WoodsKristin Woods Erin EifeErin EifeErin EifeErin Eife
SUMMER BIBLE STUDY
“Questioners Wanted!”
Come study the Bible this summer, led by Pastor
Kate and other church leaders. Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians
and Galatians are all letters to the early church and the beginning
of the Christian theology that forms our faith. We could share a
light meal and share our questions about our faith on
Wednesday nights starting July 2, from 6:30 - 8:30 pm. We will
meet in the (air-conditioned!) lounge.
There will be a break on July 16 for VBS week.
Sign up for babysitting, Bible study and refreshments in the back
of the church on Sundays or call the church office.
Come on! Do it! This is a great way to meet others and grow
in your relationships!
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Movie NightMovie NightMovie NightMovie Night May 23rd
Collingswood Presbyterian Church 7:30pm
Showing….Evan Almighty Bring your beach chairs
Snacks for sale
Annual Church PicnicAnnual Church PicnicAnnual Church PicnicAnnual Church Picnic June 14th
Place: tentatively Crystal Lake Pool Time: 1:00 pm to 6:00pm Food, Fun and Fellowship!
Visit to Barnes FoundationVisit to Barnes FoundationVisit to Barnes FoundationVisit to Barnes Foundation
June 22 Located in Lower Merion , PA.
Leave after worship, return by 6 pm $10 per person
Contact Lorrie Heuser by April 30
Riversharks GameRiversharks GameRiversharks GameRiversharks Game July 12th 5:00pm
Box seats to first 24 people interested! Information and cost will be available
at a later date.
Ziplining TripZiplining TripZiplining TripZiplining Trip June or July
Cost: $35.00 per person
All Fired UpAll Fired UpAll Fired UpAll Fired Up October 5th
Cost and time to be determined
Lancaster TripLancaster TripLancaster TripLancaster Trip November or December
Sight and Sound Theater The Miracle of Christmas
Look for These Upcoming Events At CPC. . .Look for These Upcoming Events At CPC. . .Look for These Upcoming Events At CPC. . .Look for These Upcoming Events At CPC. . .
*Information on these events will be in the weekly bulletins as it gets closer to each event. If you have any questions or suggestions please call Donna Willis at 858-6392. All are welcome!
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Children and Worship: 1. The Children’s choir will sing on Mother’s Day May 11. We hope you all join us on a day when we honor the women of our church.
2. Please join our children and youth for Youth Sunday service on June 8. This service is created and completed by the children and youth of our congregation. Come hear the children sing and the bells ring as we honor our Lord Jesus Christ. Sunday May 4: Sunday May 4 will be a very special day in our church. It is the day we accept into membership our confirmation youth. It is the day that we will present to you the children who have received communion education and who will now take communion with a new understanding. Please join us for worship on this exciting day! 4th and 5th grade Retreat: Your $20.00 deposit for the 4th and 5th grade retreat to Johnsonburg is due now. All of our 4th and 5th grade children and 1 friend may attend. We will leave Collingswood at 4:30pm on Friday May 30 and we will return around 7:00 on Saturday May 31. The cost for the retreat is $50/pp. Through a generous donation each church member will receive a $15.00 gift toward the cost (now only $35.00); friends must pay full amount. The price will include lodging, bible study, activities, Friday night snack, and breakfast and lunch on Saturday. We will purchase dinner at Hot Dog Johnnies on our way up and we will stop for a snack on our way home. Please provide your child with an extra $10.00. You may pick up a registration form on the podium. Once you have registered I will provide you with What to Bring details. We need a male chaperone to join us - see Jennifer if you can come with us!
Summer Camp : If your child is interested in attending Camp Johnsonburg for a week of summer camp, then please apply for your "campership" (scholarship) in the church office. Camp Johnsonburg brochures are available with more details of the weekly camps.
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Summer Sunday School: As we have in the past, we request that the members of our congregation sign up in pairs to teach an abbreviated lesson to the children of our church. You can pick up a prepared lesson in my office at least one week prior to your teaching date. Most of the items you need to teach your lesson can be found right here at church. If you need ANY assistance with your lesson I am available to help you; all you need to do is contact me either at home or here at church. This is a GREAT opportunity for our choir members to teach and for the member who cannot commit during the school year. Note that attendance can be low at times due to summer vacations. Please see the list of available dates on the podium.
VBS: God’s Big Backyard Yeah! it is that time of year again! Mark your calendars for our fun Vacation Bible School where we will visit God’s Big Backyard beginning Sunday July 13 - Thursday July 17 6:30 - 8:30pm. This exciting theme is all about service - service to our families and friends, our neighbors, our community and Jesus. Spread the word to your family and friends about our fun and exciting VBS program for all children 4 years old through entering 6th grade. Please prayerfully consider being a part of this fun and
meaningful ministry. We need classroom teachers, youth to babysit and to help in the classrooms, we need a music teacher and support staff. Join us on Sunday April 27 in fellowship Hall immediately following church for a quick meeting for all teachers and support staff.
Youth Groups: Our 1st Friday group of 5th - 8th graders will meet on Friday, May 2nd at 7:00 - 8:30. Please bring a cotton, plain white t-shirt to tie-dye. Our senior youth group will meet Sunday April 27 at 7:00. We will not meet in May due to the holidays and all our high school happenings. PLEASE mark your calendars to meet on Sunday June 1 for an end of the year bash! 7:00 - 9:00, cost TBD.
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Qualities for Eldering
Ina Albert
These are the qualities by which I chose to guide my life in my elder
years. But, in order to be tangible, they had to have character;
they had to come alive so that I could include them in my everyday
struggle to become whole. They are role models based on women
I have known who personify these qualities for me. Their example
makes it possible for me to fulfill life’s blessings.
Integrity is clear about most everything. When she is not, she sits
down and thinks hard about how to keep herself feeling like a whole
piece of cloth without a single tear or rip. She loves seeing patterns
come together, and pretty soon she knows what to do. She has
abundant patience, inner strength and wisdom, but she never tells
others what to do. She simply helps them discover what is right for
them.
Connection relates to everything and to everyone. She is an
optimist and a toucher. She loves to hug and tells Health that they
must hug each other thirteen times a day to stay well. Connection also
talks to trees and plants and rocks and to God every day. She is joined
to every cell in her body, to every living creature, and relates to the
planet and the whole Universe. She says you have to be connected to
feel alive and to be holy.
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Health is a strong women. She jogs every day, eats organic food,
thinks good thoughts, meditates and prays. Her body is supple, but
she sees changes in her skin and feels tightness in her joints. She
needs more rest than she used to and sometimes forgets things. But
she has gathered more wisdom, her heart is open and she is calm. As
Health reaches elderhood, she is growing deeper inside rather than
getting stronger outside.
Spirit is the mother of everything. Since she is the ultimate
creator, she is in everything and is everywhere. Yet, she is invisible.
You can only feel her presence. As Spirit creates, she leaves her seeds
behind to grow which makes her the strongest force there is. Lots of
people have relationships with Spirit, though she never utters a single
word. Somehow, she sends messages without talking out loud.
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Sympathies to:
♦ Bill Hearn upon the loss of his mother, Margaret.
♦ The Moler Family upon the loss of Robert Moler.
Rejoice!
♦ Bob Lowden’s chemotherapy is done!
♦ The Quinceañera Ceremony of Annjakira Flores
♦ The Wedding of Melanie Convery and John MacCoy on May 17.
♦ Congratulations to Dr. Rachel Somershoe who graduates from the Univ. of Pennsylvania Veterinary School and will be starting work as a veterinarian in Absecon in June.
Please KEEP IN YOUR prayERS:
♦ Our Brothers and Sisters in Cardenas Church in Cuba and Njikob Presbyterian Church in Cameroon.
♦ Families dealing with cancer, illness and injuries
♦ Maria Lazorko as she plans to travel to Cuba in July to visit our partner church.
♦ Our confirmation class - Kristin Woods, Erin Eife and Stephen Wilson - as they confirm their faith on Sunday, May 4.
♦ The children who will be receiving communion on May 4.
♦ Shut ins: Mabel Cordier, Elaine Freyberger, Mary Johnson, Dorothy Lawnicki, Conrad Leise, Patricia Moler, Rosemary Sammons, and Arlene Smith
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� � � � GRIEF AND HEALING � � � �
However painful it is to bid farewell to one who has died,
once you have done so,
you begin a new relationship with them,
one you can always cherish.
Once you release them from earthly time,
you can embrace them in eternity.
When you release them from the physical dimension,
you can hold them close in a dimension no less real;
the spiritual one.
For, even though they no longer walk beside you,
they will be even closer.
They will be within you.
And you will not forget them, because you cannot forget them.
They will be as near to you as your own breathing,
and as much a part of you as your own dreaming.
They will exist in you as love.
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� � � � Five Gifts from God � � � �
Shock - A Gift from God to help us get through the early days of grief.
Denial - A Gift from God so that we can accept pain slowly.
Anger - God’s Gift is a release of energy. A Catalyst that starts the healing.
Depression -God’s Gift is this disintegration (falling apart) of our whole selves where mind, body and spirit learn to live in our new world and this then leads to acceptance.
Faith - The promise of things not seen - the hope that today will not always be the color of tomorrow. Through all of your moments you belong to God - your yesterdays, your todays and your tomorrows. Each color of the rainbow is a gift necessary for your healing. God walks with you through all of your days.
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CREATIVE NEEDLEWORK GUILDCREATIVE NEEDLEWORK GUILDCREATIVE NEEDLEWORK GUILDCREATIVE NEEDLEWORK GUILD
The Creative Needlework Guild met
Saturday, February 16 in the dining hall
and made 25 pink pillows for cancer
patients. This is part of CNG’s outreach
program. Fifteen members of the Guild came and cut out,
sewed and stuffed the pillows. The pillows were placed in
carriers that can be worn over the shoulders. The pillows
will be donated through doctors and hospitals where there
is a need. The Guild is part of Embroiderers Guild of
America. CNG meets at CPC the 4th Tuesday of the month
at 7:30 pm in the dining hall. Visitors are welcome.
Communion ClassCommunion ClassCommunion ClassCommunion Class
On Thursday, May 1, from 6:45 to 7:30 pm, we will offer a class on the meaning of communion for all children 2nd grade and older and their parent(s). If you have not attended the class previously, join Pastor Kate and Jennifer to learn about the importance of our Holy Communion. Parents, please RSVP your attendance to the office by Sunday, April 27, at 854-4523 or [email protected].
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Urban Promise
“This is one of the best faith-based grassroots organizations I have ever seen and an inspiring example of how the love of Christ can hit the streets ”
This powerful quote is from a magazine article that talks about a group in Camden called “ U rban Promise”
This year the Deacons are looking to expand the ways our church gives back the community, and we would like the congregation to join us. The challenge is finding an organization that can use our help, is local to our church, and also provides flexibility for our members to take part in whichever manner they feel comfortable. Urban promise has all this and more.
The Deacons have visited their campus in Camden and it is a fantastic facility in a safe part of Camden. They have a very well run organization with many ways for us to volunteer our talents and energy.
Their programs include a school for ages K-8, after school programs, summer programs, sports leagues, and a young leadership development training.
The groups mission statement is “ T o equip Camdens children and young adults with the skills necessary for academic achievement, life management, spiritual growth, and Christian leadership ”…..and we can be a small part of that goal.
On May 18, the Rev. Bruce Main, Director of Urban Promise will speak at On May 18, the Rev. Bruce Main, Director of Urban Promise will speak at On May 18, the Rev. Bruce Main, Director of Urban Promise will speak at On May 18, the Rev. Bruce Main, Director of Urban Promise will speak at our worship service and The Urban Promise Children ’ s Choir will be our worship service and The Urban Promise Children ’ s Choir will be our worship service and The Urban Promise Children ’ s Choir will be our worship service and The Urban Promise Children ’ s Choir will be singing. After the service the STEP team will perform and there will be a singing. After the service the STEP team will perform and there will be a singing. After the service the STEP team will perform and there will be a singing. After the service the STEP team will perform and there will be a luncheon. Please plan to be here for this exciting day.luncheon. Please plan to be here for this exciting day.luncheon. Please plan to be here for this exciting day.luncheon. Please plan to be here for this exciting day.
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The Mayfair is Coming!!
Saturday, May 24th
Come one, come all, to a fun morning
of fellowship and balloon
inflating! CPC inflates, knots, and puts strings on about
200 balloons! For those of you who are really brave,
we could also use a few friendly CPC members to hand
out the balloons during the Mayfair. Last year a team
of about 12 people did this. We were done in 2
hours! This is a great way to mingle with CPC members
and spread the joy of our church with others. Contact
Megan Standring at 547-5554
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“The reason why many fail in battle is because they wait until The reason why many fail in battle is because they wait until The reason why many fail in battle is because they wait until The reason why many fail in battle is because they wait until the hour of battle. The reason why others succeed is because the hour of battle. The reason why others succeed is because the hour of battle. The reason why others succeed is because the hour of battle. The reason why others succeed is because they have gained their victory on their knees long before the they have gained their victory on their knees long before the they have gained their victory on their knees long before the they have gained their victory on their knees long before the battle came...Anticipate your battles; fight them on your knees battle came...Anticipate your battles; fight them on your knees battle came...Anticipate your battles; fight them on your knees battle came...Anticipate your battles; fight them on your knees before temptation comes, and you will always have victory."before temptation comes, and you will always have victory."before temptation comes, and you will always have victory."before temptation comes, and you will always have victory."
R.A. TorreyR.A. TorreyR.A. TorreyR.A. Torrey
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As webmaster, Bob Marks invites you to browse over to our new
website at http://collingswoodpres.com/ The session and I are
excited about having a dynamic website that we can customize
freely with new content on a regular basis. Pictures of recent
events can be easily shared with you. The Pulse News will be
readily available in full color as Adobe reader PDF documents.
Worship bulletins and announcements in the same PDF format are
available on the Services tab. Occasionally, music highlights from
our worship service will be added to the Music page. While this
website allows us to share our life at CPC, it also shows others in
our surrounding community a sense of who we are. Our staff is
being trained to add new content using the easy tools made
available by WordPress, our website host. Don't miss the link to
Pastor Kate's blog! It's listed on the home page under LINKS in
the right side column. If you want an account to add news to our
Posts page, please send a request to me or Marion at the
** This is all being done with almost no cost to us and eliminates
our monthly fees to our previous website provider.
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Come One, Come All!Come One, Come All!Come One, Come All!Come One, Come All!
It's Time for a Casserole Making It's Time for a Casserole Making It's Time for a Casserole Making It's Time for a Casserole Making
CelebrationCelebrationCelebrationCelebration....
Mark your calendars now, for Saturday May 10th @ 9:30 am and plan to join us as we gather together for fabulous fellowship and laughter while assembling and cooking casseroles for New Visions.
New Visions is a day shelter for any homeless person in Camden County. New Visions provides a place for men, women and children to receive a breakfast and /or lunch meal and also provides a place to "take a shower, wash clothes or use a computer for employment necessities."
If you have been looking for a way to volunteer, this could be your chance, no experience required. Those with experience, recipes and knowledge are also greatly appreciated. If you are interested please contact Myra Ostrander at 856-854-4471 or PattyandMyra@comcast.
Dear friend, you are faithful in what you are doing for the brothers, even though they are strangers to you.
-3 John 1:5
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CHURCH & SOCIETY UPDATE:CHURCH & SOCIETY UPDATE:CHURCH & SOCIETY UPDATE:CHURCH & SOCIETY UPDATE:
KEEP ON KNITTING!KEEP ON KNITTING!KEEP ON KNITTING!KEEP ON KNITTING! Thank you to all who have submitted knitted squares for CPC’s blanket project. So far we have received enough to assemble 9 beautiful and unique blankets. This project will be ongoing so keep on knitting and submitting your squares. If you know someone who would appreciate receiving one of our Blankets of Love drop a note in the
collection plate with your name or contact Lorrie Heuser.
PUT YOUR 2 CENTS IN:PUT YOUR 2 CENTS IN:PUT YOUR 2 CENTS IN:PUT YOUR 2 CENTS IN: How often does someone ask you for your 2 cents? Keep collecting for our 2 cents a meal program. The collection feeds hungry people locally and abroad. Bring your cup to church and add to our
growing collection.
BECOME A PEN PALBECOME A PEN PALBECOME A PEN PALBECOME A PEN PAL: We are looking for people interested in becoming “pen pals” with a member of our sister church in Cardenas, Cuba. You can write in English and the letters will be translated when they arrive. The letters you receive will be in Spanish, but a member of our church will translate. Please seriously consider making your own “Cuban Connection.” For more
information, speak with either Lorrie Heuser or Pastor Kate.
EASTER BASKETS:EASTER BASKETS:EASTER BASKETS:EASTER BASKETS: Thanks to all who contributed to and helped assemble 36 baskets for the children of the Caring Heart Ministry. The baskets were
distributed on March 14th at their annual Easter Party.
WANTED:WANTED:WANTED:WANTED: Personal health items for teenage boys and girls – Over the course of the next several months, we will be collecting body wash, body spray and other age appropriate items for the teenagers in the Caring Hearts Program. Please
see Joanie for details.
JOIN US:JOIN US:JOIN US:JOIN US: The next Church and Society Meeting will be on May 8th at 7pm at
CPC.
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can
change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” Margaret Meadchange the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” Margaret Meadchange the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” Margaret Meadchange the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” Margaret Mead
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TVEBO
On Sunday, April 6, Lorrie Heuser, Karen Mazak and Pastor Kate
attended a workshop on Sudan and the continuing genocide in
Darfur. The most vulnerable in that country are the women,
children and young boys. Rape and mutilation are tools of war
used against women while their husbands and children are forced
to watch. Young boys are killed or forced into serving in the
military for the Muslim government in the North.
The Sudan is the largest African country, rich in oil and arable
land, especially in the South Sudan. China is the major reason
why the fighting continues as the North literally rapes the South
Sudan. Nineteen percent of China’s oil comes from Sudan. This
is one of the reasons why some are trying to boycott the Olympics
held in China this summer.
Our committee is looking for ways to send clothing and money
for milling and sewing machines to provide a cottage industry for
these desperate people.
COFFEE HOUSE Saturday, May 10th
From 7:30 - 10:00 pm in the lounge
Benefits of coffee sales go to fair trade coffee. Come and share your gift of music, humor and
poetry at our spring coffee house. Fred Heuser’s band, humorist Pastor Gary and other singers from the church are coming. Bring friends! If you’re able, bring a dessert to share.
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Kid’s Page
Answer Key: Answer Key: Answer Key: Answer Key: Matthew 22: 37 - Love the Lord your
God with all your heart soul and mind.
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COLLINGSWOOD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
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Phone: 856-854-4523
Fax: 856-854-4460
Email: [email protected]
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