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Midweek Newsletter-2009 May 14Midweek Musings Newsletter May 14, 2009
Summer Office Hours
Reminder: Effective May 29 thru September 4, the NCP office will be closed on Fridays.
Messages left on the answering machine after COB on Thursday will be returned the following Monday morning.
Documents have been posted for the 801st Stated Meeting of NCP. Additional documents will be posted by no later than 2:00 p.m. Friday, May 8. Please visit the Docket page at: http://ncpresby.pbworks.com/Docket+Packet
Download a VESSEL Registration form here: Vessel Registration May 19 2009 Final.doc
General Assembly Moderator to visit New Castle Presbytery
The penultimate reminder that GA Moderator Bruce Reyes-Chow will be visiting New Castle Presbytery for part of three days in less than two weeks. Here is the tentative public schedule:
Sunday, May 17, 4 p.m.: Participate in the dedication of the Mary Randall Center, a part of Meeting Ground in Elkton.
6 p.m.: Dinner at the Mary Randall Center. All presbyters invited to both events.
Monday, May 18, 8 a.m.: Breakfast with Cecil County clergy, Elkton Presbyterian Church.
10 a.m.: Town Hall forum with the moderator at the Elkton church. All “northern” presbytery clergy and elders invited and encouraged to attend.
3 p.m.: Similar Town Hall forum at the Georgetown Church for all “southern” clergy and elders.
Tuesday, May 19: Attend 801st Stated Meeting of New Castle Presbytery. Open forum followed by worship with Rev. Reyes-Chow delivering the homily and tri-officiating in the Lord’s Supper.
CLP CliP
Some CLPs will do just about anything for their ministry. In May 1-2, 2009 the youth of Port Deposit Presbyterian Church, led by CLP Rich Watters, held a 30-Hour Famine for the benefit of World Vision International. The five kids who participated had a great time with activities like a scavenger hunt for groceries for Ray of Hope and created a 1500 piece spoon and knife cemetery in the churchyard representing the 26,000 children under five who die from starvation and other preventable needs every day. (That’s one child every 7 seconds.) They also participated in Famine Sunday on May 3, telling the congregation about what they did and what it meant to them.
These youth raised an amazing $1,601.87 for the starving children. Part of the impetus was a promise that if they raised $1,000 Rich would color his hair and beard pink. They met that goal on May 3 and the congregation greeted the newly coifed youth leader after announcements. But, there was a second goal. Some of you may have noticed that Rev. Barry Gray has been growing his hair and beard this winter. That is because he promised if the kids raised $1,500 they could shave him. The goal was reached this past Sunday, May 10, and the kids had at him in the social hall while special music was played and the congregation sang a hymn. As you can imagine, the congregation has had great fun with this and the youth are grateful for the support on the church and the people of Port Deposit. They are already talking about what they can do now, and what to do at next year’s 30-Hour Famine.
It’s good to see the Church of Jesus Christ at work for the Kingdom of God.
God bless!
Carole Miles
Pinky AKA Rich Watters
L - R: Robert Jackson, Marion Jackson, Rich Watters, Matthew Dill, Beth Lambert, Ricky Dill PCUSA @ UD
PCUSA @ UD has a new brochure.
Download the brochure here for more information: PCUSA@UD brochure 2009 May 19.pdf ALL NEW CASTLE PRESBYTERY PASTORS ANDCLERKS OF SESSION
The current economic crisis calls the congregations of New Castle Presbytery to new levels of response to community needs. The Speer Trust Commission would like to invite congregations providing “safety net services” to apply for emergency funding.
Please download letter here: Emergency Funding June 2009.pdf THE VESSEL AT PRESBYTERY
Got Kids? Worried About Money? Wanna be a techie? Then plan on participating in a VESSEL class at the May 19th Presbytery meeting in Salisbury, MD!! You can also register on that day if you're unable to register beforehand.
Download a VESSEL Registration form here: Vessel Registration May 19 2009 Final.doc News From the Board of Pensions
Bear one another’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ. - Galatians 6:2 NRSV
Open Enrollment for Long-Term Care Coverage Ends May 31 If you are considering applying for Long-Term Care insurance administered by CNA, this is a great time to enroll. Now through May 31, 2009, active Benefits Plan members who work at a church or other Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) employing organization are eligible to enroll without medical underwriting.
As always, these members’ spouses, parents, and grandparents (up to age 90), including in-laws, are eligible to enroll, but they are subject to standard medical underwriting approval.
For additional information, please visit the special Web site (password: pcusa). You can also view the replay of the Board’s Long-Term Care Insurance Webinar. Call CNA at 800-528-4582 for an enrollment kit.
New Maximum for Seminary Debt Assistance Grants Effective June 1
Effective June 1, 2009, the maximum grant available to newly ordained ministers serving small congregations through the Seminary Debt Assistance Grant program is $1,500 (each year for a total of four years).
The grants will be made to ministers of the Word and Sacrament who are serving churches with fewer than 150 members and a budget of less than $250,000 to assist them in repaying educational debt incurred while they were seeking a Master of Divinity degree. The minister should be in his or her first seven years of ministry and serving a full-time called position.
Stewardship of Self Has New Web Presence
The latest feature added to Pensions.org is the Stewardship of Self section. It reinforces the shared responsibility to improve your life through the effective use of the Benefits Plan offerings and your personal commitment to self care. By supporting your healthy habits, Stewardship of Self motivates you to commit to your well-being.
This new section includes an interactive image that details the many plans, programs, and services available through your Benefits Plan. The section also helps you find inspiration with tips, members’ stories, and wellness statements.
It all adds up to one thing: Stewardship of Self is an initiative we need to embrace, not only for our own well-being, but for the health of the entire Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) community, as well.
Employee Assistance Program Continues to Support Members Free-of-Charge
Has the Stewardship of Self initiative made you more aware of the importance of your well-being? Then don’t forget about the Employee Assistance Program, a free, confidential resource that helps active members and members of their household find answers to a variety of personal concerns. Benefits like counseling, financial resources, and legal assistance are just a call or click away.
Thousands of Members Utilizing Benefits Connect Plan members have embraced the convenience and functionality of Benefits Connect, the Board’s secure Web site for active and retired members and surviving spouses. It provides you with online access to your personal and Plan benefits information, as well as useful tools. As applicable, you can:
Do all this and more through Benefits Connect. To register, visit the Board’s Web site at Pensions.org and click on “Register” under the Benefits Connect logo. If you have questions, you may complete the Contact Us form or call us at 800-773-7752 (800-PRESPLAN).
Visit Pensions.org for the Latest News and Announcements The Board of Pensions Web site, Pensions.org, features news articles and announcements that keep you informed about the Board of Pensions, your benefits, and Stewardship of Self.
Thank You for Your Support of Limestone's MusicalThank you to everyone who came to The Castaways musical at Limestone Presbyterian Church last Friday and Saturday and encouraged others in their churches to attend it. The offerings from the musical totaled $2,218.10 and will be given to Meeting Ground to support its important ministry. Put on your dancing shoes!!
The Youth of First Presbyterian Church, Newark are sponsoring a Dance-A-Thon on Saturday, May 30, 1:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
This event is for everyone. Spectators, music lovers and dancers are encouraged to attend. Be a dancer. Sponsor a dancer. Not a competitor? Just come and dance to your favorite tunes or cheer on the participants. Enjoy a light dinner. DJ's will spin music from the 40's through the 80's! The evening will be highlighted with a special performance by the award winning Club Phred, a local, classic rock and roll band.
Advance tickets are $10.00 and may be purchased at First Presbyterian Church, 292 West Main Street, Newark, DE 19711 or at the door on May 30 for $15.00. Children 8 years of age and younger are FREE. Please view the attached information, call FPC at (302) 731-5644 or visit our website - www.firstpresnewark.org. We look forward to seeing you there!
Download flyer here: Dance-a-thon for Community.pdf New Hymn-Prayer for SchoolsThe new issue ("Schools in a Pluralist Culture") of Christian Reflection from Baylor University has been posted online: http://www.baylor.edu/christianethics/index.php?id=63710 The Southern Baptists commissioned a Presbyterian pastor to write a hymn for this issue; Carolyn Winfrey Gillette 's latest hymn is titled "God, You Give Each Generation." You can also read it online at http://www.baylor.edu/content/services/document.php/86525.pdf More on the Presbyterian-Reformed tradition of supporting education can be found at http://www.pcusa.org/publiceducation/ We hope this hymn-prayer will encourage more support of our schools.
Download hymn here: God, You Give Each Generation.pdf Be Up To Date With Pencader PC
Be up to date on all the happenings at Pencader Presbyterian Church.
Download infomation here: Be Up-to-Date with Pencader 2.pdf MAY IS AMERICAN STROKE MONTH
Heart attack and stroke are life-and-death emergencies - - - every second counts. Coronary heart disease is America’s No. 1 killer. Stroke is No. 3 and a leading cause of serious disability. That’s why it’s so important to reduce your risk factors, know the warning signs, and know how to respond quickly and properly if warning signs occur. Become an Ambassador for Christ as Paul reminds us in 1 Corinthians 6:19 “ Your body, is the temple of the Holy Spirit.” You and I are called to be faithful stewards of our bodies. We have the Power to End Stroke through bringing awareness of risk factors to our family, friends and neighbors.
Stroke Warning Signs:
The American Stroke Association says these are the warning signs of stroke: ·Sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm or leg, especially on one side of the body. ·Sudden confusion, trouble speaking or understanding ·Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes. ·Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination. ·Sudden, severe headache with no known cause.
If you or someone with you has one or more of these signs, don’t delay! Call 9-1-1 immediately! Be Healthy Delaware DayThursday, May 21, 2009
Looking for a fun, simple and free way to encourage your congregation to be healthy? Consider participating in the third annual “Be Healthy Delaware Day” on Thursday, May 21. This event is sponsored by the Delaware Center for Health Promotion, a joint initiative of the University of Delaware and State government. This is an easy activity that anyone who lives or works in Delaware can join.
To participate, you simply choose 1 of 5 healthy habits on our list that you do not currently do, such as eating more fruits and vegetables or being active for 30 minutes, and commit to “try” that behavior wherever you happen to be on May 21st. Everyone that registers will be entered into a random drawing for terrific prizes, including a 1-year membership to the YMCA of Delaware, a Wii Fit system and more!
Be Healthy Delaware Day is co-sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Delaware. For more information and/or to register, go to www.behealthydelaware.org or call 302/831-1998. Promotional posters are also available upon request. The registration deadline is May 20, 2009. NEW SIGNAGE AT CHESAPEAKE CITY PC
Chesapeake City Presbyterian has a new sign in the front yard designed and constructed by a long time elder of the church. It proudly bears the PCUSA logo and will be illuminated at night. This is evidence of vitality and life in the journey of First Presbyterian. Come by and see!
Free Concert with Joe Holt
New Castle Presbyterian Church is proud to present Joe Holt in concert on Sunday, May 17th at 5:00p.m. Joe will perform a program of familiar hymns and songs along with Jazz and popular standards and entertaining demonstrations of musical improvisation.
Joe is an improvisational pianist, with a unique and diverse musical background. A graduate of Glassboro State College (NJ) in the 1980’s and a student of Yoheved Kaplinsky, he has built his musical expression on this classical foundation, with a commitment to his own improvisational performance. At hundreds of events each year, Joe performs primarily as a soloist, but has also performed with his own trio, and established jazz groups both in the Mid-Atlantic region and throughout the US in concerts and jazz festivals. In addition, Joe is a board certified music therapist (MT-BC), serving seniors in dozens of communities in PA, NJ, DE and MD. He has also served in the roles of musical director and producer (for theatre, performing artists, and in the recording studio) and in music ministry (most recently as Worship Arts Director for the Chestertown (MD) Church of the Nazarene, from 2003-2006). Joe lives with his wife, Carol, and family in Chestertown, MD. He is highly recommended by presbytery member John Ames. Joe is active in recording, appearing on over 20 albums, 6 of which are on his own label. He also performs weekly for “Joe Holt’s Notes on the Radio” – heard (locally) on WKDI 840am, and through his website. For more information, including a schedule of piano concerts and performances, Joes’ on-line instruction program, and his video performance diary: visit www.joeholtsnotes.com. See him perform on: http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=8787E91FF768B418
Come join us in the New Castle Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall (25 E. 2nd St.New Castle, DE19720) on May 17th and enjoy the many talents of Joe Holt! Coffee, sandwiches and desserts will be served. For further information, call 302-328-3279. Is Guatemala in Your Future?
It you have any hopes, thoughts or urges to travel to Guatemala or if you are acquainted with mission work in Guatemala, you may wish to sign up for an important upcoming workshop. The Guatemala Group of NCP, made up of five congregations collaborating on mission work to the indigenous people of the Mam Presbytery, is hosting a day long presentation on Mayan Spirituality. The language dialect of the Mam is Mayan based and not Spanish. Dr. Bill Peck of Chapel Hill, NC, who was raised in Guatemala the child of Presbyterian mission workers, will be speaking at Westminster PC, Rehoboth, on Saturday May 30th. Events begin at 9:00 AM and involve three presentation topics: 9:45 – 11:00 am Mayan Spirituality and World View before the Spanish Conquest. 12:00 n – 1:00 pm Mayan Spirituality during Five Centuries of Roman Catholic Hegemony 2:30 – 3:45 pm Mayan Spirituality in Conversation with Presbyterian Faith and Work
The cost for the day including lunch is $15.00. Come to one or all presentations. Please contact the Presbytery office at (302) 366-0595 to help with determining attendees for lunch. Strawberry Festival
Please join friends and neighbors Of the RichardsonPark Community Action Program at the Annual CAP STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL
At Calvary Presbyterian Church
Saturday, June 6, 2009
9 AM to 3 PM Calvary Presbyterian Church Maryland Avenue at Boxwood Road
Flea market tables available: $15.00 to rent Luncheon served Fresh berries by the quart Strawberry shortcake CAP flea market tables – donations appreciated Baked goods table – donations needed
Help wanted --- All are welcome and admission is free. Please contact Sandy Ide (302) 798-8664 to volunteer, donate, rent a table or ask questions. Prostate Cancer Screenings
Call (302) 765-4161 for more information
Wednesday, June 17 5 – 7:15 p.m. Christiana Care Health System Adult Medicine Department Wilmington Hospital, 2nd Floor 501 West 14th Street, Wilmington
Many men are afraid, or embarrassed to get checked for prostate cancer. But, a simple blood test and an exam only take a few minutes – a few minutes that can save a life.
Who should be screened?
Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of prostate cancer testing and make a plan that’s right for you.
Download flyer for more information: Prostate.pdf SonRock Kids Camp
Where Kids Build their Lives on the Rock: Jesus!
WHAT: Join us for Vacation Bible School
WHERE: Calvary Presbyterian Church 701 S. Maryland Avenue / Wilmington, DE 19804 Tel: (302) 994-4044
WHEN: June 22-26, 2009 from 9:00 am – 12:00 n WHO: Everyone who will be four years old by August 31st through those that just finished 6th grade. The more the merrier!
WHY: To have fun learning that we are Accepted, Protected, Saved and Forgiven by Jesus and Living for Jesus through Bible Stories, Music, Games, Crafts and Snacks.
Registration is $5 per child. Please call for additional information. Hope to see you there!
Download SonRock Kids Camp VBS Registration Form here:Calvary VBS.pdf Featured Resource from the InterfaithResourceCenter |
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