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Fall Fun Fest Planned The Session along with its Witness & Service Committee has planned a special fall neighborhood event here on the church grounds from 10:00a to 2:00p on September 13 with a rain date of October 4. This activity is important enough for us to begin telling you about it right now. Our Fall Fun Fest is envisioned as an opportunity for us as a church body to welcome our nearest neighbors to a fun event where they can enjoy themselves and learn something about our church and what it is doing. It is not an evangelistic crusade. But, it will “put our church on the map” in the neighborhood. Listen to the kind of things that will happen on that day. For children, there will be a moon bounce, a magic show, wishing well, face painting, and other appropriate activities. For adults, there will be The Improv (a barbershop quartet), a guitarist, and other singers and musicians. For all, there will be popcorn, cotton candy, hot dogs, and drinks at very affordable prices. Cake walks will also be held. Tours of the church will be offered. Informational literature will be distributed. And, of course, your presence as a member of this congregation will be noted. As you can imagine, it will take a concerted effort on our part to offer such an event to the community. We will need all able-bodied members of our congregation to participate in planning, preparing, donating, and conducting this event. There will be committees for food, entertainment, set-up, publicity, parking, clean-up, security, sound system, and so on. We urge you to volunteer to work in an area that suits your interests and abilities by calling Janet Menassa (636-7415) or the church office (635-3894). However, we will be contacting individuals to enlist your support. Every member is encouraged to take part in this activity in some way. Let’s make it an all-church event! Communion - Prepare your hearts to commune with the Lord and with one another. On Sunday, May 4, we will celebrate Holy Communion.
The Session will hold its stated meeting on May 12 at 7:00p in Room 200. Reports will be mailed out prior to the meeting.
We invite you to read ahead the texts of the major passages from stories that made the faith in February: May 4 Exodus 20:1-21 May 11 Exodus 40 May 18 Exodus 32:1-14 May 25 Exodus 13:1-33
New Sunday School Class: "Faith Cafe," a new opportunity for Bible Study and fellowship, meets every Sunday morning at 9:30a at the Daily Grind on Main Street. Whether a member of front Royal Presbyterian Church, a friend, or a visitor, we would like you to come share a cup of coffee with a touch of conversation and a taste of prayer. We will base our first discussion series on Donald Miller's book, Searching for God Knows What. For more information please contact Pastor Rachel at 635-3894 or frpc4@embarqmail.com.
The Presbyterian Women will meet on Tuesday, May 6 at 2:00 pm at Elsie Upchurch's home. You may carpool from the church at 1:30 p.m.
Thursday's Women’s – that meets each Thursday at 9:30a in the parlor, and will focus on the book, And the Angels Were Silent by Max Lucado. If you would like to study the book simultaneously, even if you cannot be a part of the discussion group, you are invited to purchase the book ($11) as well. Childcare will be provided as well.
WOW (Women on Wednesday) are meeting weekly Wednesday evenings, from 6:30-8p in Room 105. Childcare will be provided. Please let Pastor Rachel know if your child(ren) will be with you. Books are $11. Join us as we focus on the book, And the Angels Were Silent by Max Lucado. Fellowship Luncheon - On May 18 our Fellowship Luncheon. be held after church in the Fellowship Hall with the Presbyterian Women in charge of setting up for the meal. Please bring covered dish(es) to share. The meat and drinks will be provided.
Sunday School Birthday Party! The Celebration will be held on Sunday, May 18 from 10:15-10:45 a.m.
My Brother's Table Thank you to all who participated in My Brother's Table on April 24. Our church provided lasagna, tossed salad, bread, and assorted desserts for approximately 150 people.
Service for Wholeness “Are any among you suffering? They should pray….” (James 5:13-15) The next Service for Wholeness will be held on Sunday, May 25. At the conclusion of the service, those who would like prayer for themselves or for others may go to a prayer center in the front of the sanctuary for the laying on of hands and anointing with oil for healing and a brief time of special prayer with those who desire it. Further instructions will be given at the service.
Member News Pray for our Troops: Alex Hilliard Brandon Scholder Norman Elliott Patrick O'Rourke
Youth Activities: May 10—Ladies Night Out/Guys Night In, 5pm-8pm. The ladies will head down Main Street to Hands to Create to paint pottery and make jewelry. The guys will stay in to play games and watch movies. May 17—Canoe Trip! We will meet at the church at 10am. We will head to the river for a day of prayer and paddling. May 18—1-4-12 Meeting at 5:30pm. May 31-June 1—Camp Paddy Run Kickball Tournament! This is an overnight camp. Saturday's activities will include swimming, a GPS scavenger hunt, camp fire and Bible study. Sunday will include breakfast, worship, and kickball. If you would like to attend, please let us know on or before May 18.
If you have any questions, please call Doug and Heidi Rutz at 631-9677 or e-mail heidi_collier@yahoo.com.
Visiting Bell Choir On Tuesday, June 10 at 7:30 p.m. the Music Department of the church will sponsor a visiting Bell Choir from the Ladue Chapel Presbyterian Church of St. Louis, Missouri The group consists of twelve teenagers and is directed by Mr. David Erwin. Mr. Erwin might be remembered as the organist who played the dedication concert for our new organ in November, 1996, and was a beginning organ student of Beverly Clark. If you would be interested in hosting one or two teenagers over night, please contact Beverly.
Activities for Christian Fellowship may—Our church provides many opportunities for fellowship. In May we have a Progressive Dinner on Saturday, May 31. You may sign up in the narthex. june—Sunday, June 22, is the date for the Church Picnic to be held after worship at the Front Royal Warren County Parks and Recreation Playground area. july—Plan to attend a baseball game. More information later. september—Mark September 13 as the date for our Fall Fun Fest. This will be for church members as well as the community. See page 1 for more details. november—The BIG event of the year will be a two-night, three-day trip to New York City on November 10, 11, and 12. Included in the price of the trip are: 2 nights lodging, 2 dinners, 2 breakfasts, Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall, Visit to Statue of Liberty, Visit to Ellis Island, Empire State Building, Metropolitan Museum of Art, Tour of Lincoln Center, Radio City Music Hall backstage tour, Ground Zero, South Street Seaport, Boat Ride around Manhattan. Taxes and standard gratuities for all events included We get all of this plus bus transportation for $556.00. A $25 deposit will hold your reservation and must be received by August 5; final payment is due on Sept. 20. Checks should be made out to our church (FRPC) and sent to Elsie Upchurch at PO Box 242, Front Royal, VA 22630. If you have questions or would like information about trip cancellation insurance, call Elsie at 635-4841.
Ladies of FRPC: You’ve been asking and we’ve been planning… Save the date of Saturday, June 7, 2008, for our next women’s gathering. All women are welcome: member, visitor, family or friend; newcomer or long-time friend. Watch for more information soon!
Pentecost Offering was first received by congregations in 1998, and will be received on Mother’s Day. It provides for the following: Congregations are encouraged to keep 40% of the offering to support work on behalf of children at risk. The General Assembly Council divides the remaining 60 percent among: · Ministries with youth and young adults (25 percent) · Young Adult Volunteers (25 percent) · Child Advocacy Ministries (10 percent)
National Day of Prayer - On Thursday, May 1, at 6:30 p.m. the Front Royal Community Prayer Service will be held on Main Street at the Gazebo to commemorate the National Day of Prayer.
Christmas All Year Long... The Sunday School youth along with the This and That Club are creating Chrismons to be placed on the Christmas tree this December. If you have any craft beads or old jewelry in gold, silver, glass, or acrylic that you could donate to the project, please bring them to the church office or contact Carolyn Wertz for more information.
C-CAP 2007 - Front Royal-Warren County Congregational-Community Action Project (C-CAP) Family Emergency Assistance (Hours: 9a to 12 noon on weekdays.) C-CAP’s mission to provide needy citizens of Front Royal and Warren County with food, free clothing, fuel, and limited emergency financial assistance has been in place since 1978. It provides a safety net for those who cannot obtain aid from other existing support organizations, or where unusual circumstances require additional assistance. As a non-profit corporation, C-CAP has no paid staff but is run by 45 unpaid volunteers. Twelve of these have been with C-CAP for over 20 years. The support comes entirely from local churches, civic groups, individuals, and businesses. C-CAP receives no government funding. In May C-CAP will relocate from its present location at the Front Royal Presbyterian Church to the basement of St. Luke Community Clinic. The move will provide increased operating and storage space. Here are a few highlights: About 116 local families seek emergency financial, food, or clothing assistance from C-CAP each month. This is an increase of 18% over prior years. Aid given amounted to financial aid of $41,958; utilities of $24,658; 15,928 food items; clothing to 578 families. A total of 1,388 families sought aid.
The Cypriot, a novel - NEW Library addition (biography of Barnabas) The Book of Acts does not tell us as much as we would like to know about the intriguing and likable character of Barnabas. He fetches Paul to accompany him on the First Missionary Journey but is soon thereafter given second billing in the biblical narrative. By “reading between the lines” of Acts and “connecting the dots” traced by the Gospel accounts, Dr. Garriott makes the tribulations and triumphs of the first-century Church come alive through his fresh insights into the special challenges Barnabas met “behind the sets” of the young movement. The author’s storyline amplifies interpersonal relation-ships and events only hinted at in the original narratives, demystifies some improbable tales, and recreates—as a plausible source Mark and Luke consulted when compiling their writings—the lost memoirs of Joseph of Cyprus, better known as Barnabas. These great men had a story to tell to the nations—Dr. Garriott’s burnished prose high-lights the distinctive talents and foibles of his principal characters, and his finely etched, sensitive portrayal of Barnabas, Paul, and their “companions of the Way” boldly journeying through-out the ancient world enhances our understanding and appreciation of their accomplishments. Visit www.barnabasthecypriot.com online. The book has been added to our library. You may check it out.
Age-old principle: Help others to help yourself. This was the conclusion after looking at more than 2,000 healthy, church-going Presbyterians across the county. In a recent posting to MSN’s “health & fitness” site online (see Feel-good research), freelance writer Lisa Farino cited a study conducted by Carolyn Schwartz (a research professor at the Univ. of Massachusetts Medical School. During her study of another topic, she found that those who helped others benefited more than those receiving the help. http://health.msn.com/centers/depression/articlepage.aspx?cp-documentid= 100167285>1=10305
CD Available The Shenandoah Valley Divertimento Trio, with Madeline MacNeil, dulcimer player and singer; Sally Millar. flutist; and Virginia Bethune, harpist, have recently completed their fall tour in Greensboro, NC, and will present Christmas Fantasia on December 8 at Asbury United Methodist Church in Harrisonburg at 7:30 p.m. CDs featuring each of the artists are available in the church office. Make your check out the Habitat for Humanity. For more info, contact Virginia Bethune, Certified Music Practitioner, 4336 Locust Cir., Harrisonburg, 22801. www.healingmusic.org/virginiabethune
Quotes Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle.
Live simply; Love generously, Care deeply; Speak kindly....... Leave the rest to God.
The glory of Christianity is to conquer by forgiveness. -William Blake
Seniors Web Site What kind of volunteer opportunities are being offered for seniors in our congregations? As nonprofit budgets shrink and the healthy, active elder population grows, organizations must learn to tap into the expertise and vase knowledge of this volunteer base. The web site for the Senior Corps volunteer recruitment system is http://www.joinseniorservice.org, which links Americans ages 55-plus with top-quality volunteer opportunities in their communities. This online database is easily accessible – and free – to elders and nonprofits around the country.
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