Feb 9, 2014 ... piece of scripture can make us as uncomfortable ... This is one way each member
can help meet the budget needs of OUR church. .... Roger Hale, tenor, and
Nathanael May, piano, both. Missouri .... God Will Make a Way (arr.
First Presbyterian Church 301 N. 7th St. St. Joseph, MO, 64501 816-232-3358
[email protected] www.firstpres301.com
Holding forth the word of life
FAIR TRADE GLOBAL MARKETPLACE Saturday, Nov. 4 1 - 6pm
Sunday, Nov. 5 Noon - 2pm
The Mission and Social Justice Team invites you to SHOP our Fair Trade Marketplace! We will have gifts for Christmas as well as items for year-round!! Come -- Be a part of a global witness as we share a part of our gift of God's graciousness! Reach out -- to brothers and sisters in countries around the world who struggle to make a living! Share -- God's gifts by being a part of the chain of support to partners of the PCUSA and other Christian groups.
Trades of Hope (global) The Global Orphan Project (Haiti) UPAVIM (Guatemala) Uganda Counseling and Support Services 10,000 Villages (global) Fair Trade Coffee STARfish (China) Fair Trade is an economic model that helps people access needed resources, provide for their families, gain control over their lives, live with increased dignity and tell their stories.
We can accept check, cash or credit card. Peace, Grace and Blessed Shopping! The Social Justice and Global Mission Team Note:
Items pictured are examples only of items for sale. November 2017
Dear Friends, This is a time of change at First Presbyterian Church…. … we are in the process of changing seasons – both liturgical and natural; … we are in the process of changing staff (and will honor Leanne’s ministry with us Nov. 5); … we are the in process of changing aspects of the physical environment of the church; … we are in the process of reflecting about the future. Pray and work…..I was in a conversation with Holly Rudolf and Tom Russell recently and they were sharing about the time they were deeply involved in a Benedictine community and that even though the community is becoming smaller (as so many churches are becoming smaller) their calling doesn’t change.
They pray….and they work (serve, practice hospitality, etc.) I know we are at times concerned here at First Presbyterian Church about our future, but I believe our call is also the same…pray…and serve. I have been thinking about the upcoming Advent season and how busy and “full of things” the advent season can be. And yet…..what we often would like is simply time and space to “Pray and serve.” I know that praying is one of the “missing pieces” in so many of our lives. This Advent Season there will be opportunities to learn a style of prayer called “centering prayer.” We will share more about this “way of praying” in the next few weeks. Our world is so chaotic right now as is our nation, perhaps this is the time to listen for God, listen to the still small voice. Peace – Krista
Thanks from Jerry First Presbyterian Church has a history of celebrating things “Decently and in Good Order.” That certainly happened on September 17 when you created a fantastic day of worship and reception in honor of my retirement as Director of Music after almost 43 years. From the spine-tingling voice of Jim Pallone and accompanying Bill McMurray at the organ to the humbling words of Pastor Krista, Cheryl Rasmussen, and Pastor Emeritus John D. Watson and the presentation of an astounding gift from the congregation, and the splendid cake, treats, and effusive thanks to me from the congregation and area people who attended the reception, it was a very meaningful day for me and my family. I give immense thanks from me to those mentioned above and to Diane Watson who coordinated the reception and the many others who helped her. In addition, Diane created a book for me containing letters and cards from many former piano students and choir members as well as members of the congregation and from my first piano teacher!
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Many of you gave me cards personally with cash gifts who I will give personal thanks. For those sending cash gifts to the church, I cannot give personal thanks because I do not know the names of those who contributed, but please know that your contributions are greatly appreciated. Joanne and I have set the amount aside in order to have a stupendous adventure in the future. From the age of 16 when I was a college freshman, I worked at seven churches as choir director, organist, or both. We moved here when I was 30 and after spending weekends for two years with my wife and very young daughter, I accepted the position at our church with “an offer I could not refuse!” As most of you know, I only intended to stay a year or two, but your great appreciation of quality worship music and wonderful choirs (not to mention the dangling prospect of a new organ which took us 15 years to obtain, but is so magnificent that it was worth the wait) made me want to remain in the position as long as possible. I truly love our church and the congregation who has been so wonderful to me!
Soli Dei gloria! Jerry L. Anderson Emeritus Director of Music (organist/choirmaster)
Honoring the ministry of Leanne Davis ~ Sunday, Nov. 5 We are thankful for Leanne Davis’ ministry with children for the past nine years. Come help us honor that ministry during worship at First Pres, Sunday, Nov. 5!
Church Officers The following officers were elected at the Congregational Meeting held Sunday, Oct. 22: Ruling Elder, Class of 2020
Tonya Amen Hanna Long Tracy Miller Jerry Reeves Ruling Elder, Class of 2019
Susie Burmont Ruling Elder, Class of 2018
Ann Ringer
Feeding the Hungry
Deacon, Class of 2020
Teams from FPC served 415 meals at the Open Door Food Kitchen this month! Thanks to all who helped cook, serve and/or provide cookies!
Whitney Cattle Shelby Corf Maree Daise Ruth Fountain
Friday team: Ed & Grace Andres, George & Ruth Fountain, Sue Lichliter, Shelby Corf, Tonya Amen, Gloria Hurlbut, Beth, Austin and Tucker Lukehart, Krista Kiger and Sue Lichliter.
Endow First, Class of 2019
Tuesday team: Nancy Sharp, Bruce Reynolds,
Susan Spurgat
Jim Ringer, Frank Thomas, Charles Ringer, Carol Merrifield, Steve & Jo Lovely, Jeannie Miller, Terry & Jim Wallerstedt, Sue Lichliter, and Lynne Dickens.
In addition, we thank Chuck Holm, Pat Capps, Evelyn McClure, Mary Ann Bibens, Betty Erickson, and Ralph Young who have given extra care offerings (through 10/26) for the Food Kitchen. Our next times to serve at the ODFK will be:
Nov. 17 & 28 Please continue to sign up in the Center Room when you’re able to serve on either ODFK team.
Thank you for your continued support!
Deacon, Class of 2019
Leslie Graves
Endow First, Class of 2020
Jon Canaday Thank you to all who serve!
October Coin Sunday collection:
$ 112.23 These funds go towards local mission needs. It’s amazing how a few coins boosts the life of someone in need!
Guest Preacher We welcome Rev. Tom Russell to the pulpit
Sunday, Nov. 26.
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He’s a music man In mid-October, the church was introduced to the newest member of the church, Dr. Paul Hindemith. Paul is no stranger to the church as he has been a choir member for over a year. He is director of the vocal studies program at MWSU. Vocal music is not his only enthusiasm. Paul has just finished working on the production of School House Rock Live! last month on the campus. This semester he is teaching a class
in Pedalogical Practices: Voice and Applied Voice. While his career started as a teacher in his home city of Omaha, his career has given him experience in music from classic to pop. His resume includes musical experiences in all parts of the country. An invitation from Jerry Anderson to join FPC’s choir when he first arrived on campus brought him to us as a member of the bass section. In his spare time, he enjoys gardening, spending time with his husband Fred and his cats Figaro, Timonium and Josephine. Welcome to the FPC family, Paul!
First Thursday Noontime Concert FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH in cooperation with
MWSU DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC Presents
First Thursday Noontime Concert Series
MWSU Student Chamber Musicians Thursday, Nov. 2, 2017 12:10 P.M. The program will include movements from compositions by Vivaldi, Mozart, Fauré and Brahms, featuring strings, flute and piano.
The MWSU Student Chamber Musicians group is under the direction of Professor Rico McNeela who also directs the St. Joseph Symphony. They last performed for the Noontime Concert series last spring and were enthusiastically received!
Bring a sack lunch if you’d like. Coffee and water will be provided. You will have the opportunity to visit with the musicians following the concert.
The students from South Korea, Gochang, Myanmar, and Missouri all study with Rico McNeela, Sascha Groschang, Lacy Lory and Dr. Matthew Edwards, many of whom have appeared in previous Noontime Concerts!
First Presbyterian Church, in cooperation with the MWSU Dept. of Music and with financial assistance from Commerce Bank of St. Joseph, presents this series, coordinated by Jerry L. Anderson.
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Suggested minimum contribution is $4.00.
Halloween Party Oct. 29 ~ 6:00pm Children are encouraged to wear their costume, but not necessary. Snacks will be served as one of the stations. Other stations include games, crafts, etc… Bring the kids and come for some Halloween FUN!!
Presbyterian Women’s Circle Wednesday, Nov. 1 7:00pm The Women's Circle will meet at Judy Long’s home, 1920 Eugene Field Ave, 816-244-4057. Krista is providing refreshments, and Jan Storts will lead our lesson.
All women of the church are encouraged to attend!
Early Newsletter Deadline next month! Due to the Thanksgiving holiday the deadline for the December newsletter is
Monday, Nov. 14
Advent Decorating Nov. 26 Please join us as we ready the sanctuary for Advent following worship on Nov. 26! The Hanging of the Greens goes quickly when we have many hands - no experience necessary! We’d love to see you this year and as always,
pizza and pop will be provided!
Vacation Krista will be traveling to Northern California to visit various family members for Thanksgiving. She will be gone Nov. 20-29 and back in the office Nov. 30.
Please let the office know by Wednesday, Nov. 21, if you will be available, so we can plan accordingly. Thank You!
Poinsettia for Christmas If you would like to order a poinsettia to be used for the Christmas decorations in the sanctuary, please complete this form and return it to the church office or put it in the offering plate, along with cash or check made out to First Presbyterian Church by DEC 4. The cost of a poinsettia will be $13.00. Please indicate if the poinsettia will be: ___in memory of
___dedicated to
___in honor of
___for loved ones
Please indicate what you wish to do with your poinsettia after the church service on Dec 17. ___I will take home after worship
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___I will not be taking it home-please deliver to a shut in.
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# of poinsettias _____ x $13.00 each = ________
Name(s):
Donor(s):______________________________________ _______________________________________________
Thank you for your contribution to the beauty of the sanctuary for this special season of the year.
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All Saints Sunday Oct. 29
These members of our church, family members and close friends will be remembered in our
All Saints Service Sunday, Oct. 29: Ralph Beahm
Daylight Savings Time Ends Sunday, Nov. 5
Adult Study The Sunday Morning Adult Study Class will continue to view the PBS series “From Jesus to Christ – the First Christians” on Sunday mornings through Nov. 19.
There will be no Adult Study on Nov. 26.
Shirley Bradley Nick Harding Jim Trout Ruth Anderson Thomas (Artie) Artoff Emil "Oz" Aswegan Judy & Bob Butler Joseph M. Dye III, Ph.D. Patricia A. Graves Tom Harmon Dan Holland Jeff Jones Chris Kelley Allan Lowenberg Rev. Connie Monroe Ben Vineyard Esther Weis
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Winter Concert at First Pres Dec. 3 2:00pm Missouri Western Chamber Singers, with guest choir, Central High School Chamber Choir, will present a free concert in First Presbyterian’s Sanctuary, Sunday, Dec. 3 at 2:00pm, as the final of four concerts in their Winter Concert Series.
Other concerts in the series, all in St. Joseph and each with a different guest choir, are: Thursday, Nov. 30 - 7:00pm @ St. Francis Xavier Church
(Blue Valley North High School Women’s Chamber Choir) Dec. 1 - 7:00pm @ Ashland United Methodist Church
(Platte County High School Sound Express) Dec. 2 - 7:00pm - Christ Episcopal Church
(Staley High School Chamber Choir)
All Concerts are Free and Open to the Public!
OPENERS /CLOSERS 5 12 19 26
FRANK THOMAS JIM WALLERSTEDT JIM RINGER GEORGE FOUNTAIN
FELLOWSHIP HOUR HOSTS 5 12 19 26
JUDY & RON FUSTON; LESLIE & PAT SPEISER SUSIE BURMONT; JUDY TROUT DIANE & JOHN WATSON KAREN & JIM GRAVES; LESLIE GRAVES
MUSIC
LITURGISTS 5 12 19 26
NATALIE WARD WHITNEY CATTLE DIANE WADDELL MICHAEL JASPER
SOUND SYSTEM 5 12 19 26
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Anthem: Bread and Wine (Austin Lovelace)
12 Anthem: Built on the Rock (Ludvig Mathias Lindeman) 19 Anthem: Thank the Lord (arr. René Clausen) 26 Anthem: The King Shall Rejoice (Georg Friedrich Handel)
NATALIE WARD JERRY REEVES KATIE GREEN SAM KNAPP
USHERS/GREETERS BOB & DIANE WADDELL RICHARD & NATALIE WARD
COMMUNION PREP TJ & CLARENSA FEE
ANNIVERSARIES 7 12 17 18
Bob & Susan Spurgat Sam & Heather Knapp Dave & Sue Lichliter Sidney & Wendy Kiger
22 Gordon & Thea Ide 25 Mike & Carol Perry 26 Lee & Judy Schuster
ALTAR FLOWERS 12 To the Glory of God and in memory of Pat & Chuck Brock, by their children - Kathy, Chip and Bart 19 To the Glory of God and in Thanksgiving for our many blessings.
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Choir Rehearsal 9:15 Worship 10:30 - Rev. Tom Russell, Guest preacher; Advent Decorating following worship
26 Christ the King
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Krista on VAC through Nov.29
Birthdays: Whitney Cattle; Tanya Erickson; Austin Lukehart
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Adult Study & Choir Rehearsal 9:15 Worship 10:30 - Liturgist training following Birthday: Jeremy Thornton
Birthday: Sarah Rops
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Mon
Adult Study & Choir Rehearsal 9:15 Worship 10:30 Deacons meet following worship Birthday: Terry Wallerstedt
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Adult Study & Choir Rehearsal 9:15 Worship 10:30 - Liturgist training following; Global Marketplace after worship - until 2
5 Coin & Communion Sunday - Daylight Savings Time Ends
Sun
ODFK- Cook 8:30; Serve 11:15 Lauren Thompson Senior Recital 7:30 Birthdays: Bob Long Tracy Miller
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Worship Team 10:30 Finance Team 1 Mission & Soc. Justice Team 7 Birthdays: Jim Graves ; Sidney Kiger
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Birthday: Bea Anderson
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Tue
No Bible Study
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No Bible Study
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Bible Study 10:30
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Bible Study 10:30 Birthday: Heather Knapp
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Bible Study 10:30 FPC Women’s Circle @ Judy Long’s 7 Birthday: Jim Roberts
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Thu
Ecumenical/Environmental Justice 7 Bells 6:30
FPC Office Closed
Birthday: Bob Waddell FPC Office Closed
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ODFK Cook 8:30; Serve 11:15 Birthday: Ron Fuston
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23 Thanksgiving Day
Presbyguys 11:15 Bells 6:30
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Presbyguys 11:15 Building & Grounds 12 Staff 1:30 Bells 6:30 Birthday: Bryan Fite
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Presbyguys 11:15 Noontime Concert 12:10 Bells 6:30
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November 2017
Veterans Day
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Presbytery Mtg in Liberty Birthday: Bob Cummings
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Global Mktplace in Center Rm 1-6 Birthday: Dan Trifan
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