Harbor Light. Pcph.org Presbyterian Church of Palm Harbor November 2017

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Harbor Light Pcph.org Presbyterian Church of Palm Harbor November 2017 Dear Friends, Reflections from Pastor Bruce As I write, the first cold front of the season has made its way to us.

I see the sun dancing off the roof across the way and the branches on the trees sway to the winds God sends. All these amazing gifts God gives us! How shall we respond?

1 Harbor Light Pcph.org Presbyterian Church of Palm Harbor November 2017 Dear Friends, Reflections from Pastor Bruce As I write, the first cold front of the season has made its way to us. I ve got the window in my study open and am delighting in the cool breezes as well as some of the Growing Tree children who are outside practicing for the Noah s Ark Parade. I see the sun dancing off the roof across the way and the branches on the trees sway to the winds God sends. All these amazing gifts God gives us! How shall we respond? Well, as biblical Presbyterians, our response to all of God s goodness is gratitude. We re thankful to God for every facet of life with our lives. Paul says it this way in Romans: I appeal to you therefore, brothers and sisters, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship (12:1). Stewardship is one of the ways we present our lives of thanksgiving to God. We remember and live out that we are God s and nothing and no-one can separate us from God s steadfast and eternal love in Jesus Christ our Lord. Stewardship Sunday November 19 is just around the corner. You ll be hearing more on Sunday mornings, from a letter in your mailbox arriving next week or in the upcoming weekly bulletins and eblasts. We pray and ask you to consider prayerfully your financial gift(s) for 2018, and in advance say thank you. Grace and peace in Christ Jesus to you all, Pastor Bruce A Safe Harbor where the Light of Christ Jesus directs all who are adrift to anchor themselves in Him. Creating Connections Through Christ Creating Connections Through Christ

November 2017 Creating Connections Through Christ Page 2 Quilting for Comfort Quilting continues this Fall at 10:00am on Tuesdays in the create and share room (104).

PCPH Women s Missions As a reminder of the PCPH Women's Missions, the Coordinating Team is once again asking your support for greatly needed non-food items for F.E.A.S.T. Many of the requested items are those that cannot be purchased with food stamps.

Create and Share Create and Share has always been an outreach ministry of Presbyterian Women.

2 November 2017 Creating Connections Through Christ Page 2 Quilting for Comfort Quilting continues this Fall at 10:00am on Tuesdays in the create and share room (104). We welcome everyone to come join us as we begin to plan for the 2018 graduating class. Experience or no experience, come join the fun. PCPH Women s Missions As a reminder of the PCPH Women's Missions, the Coordinating Team is once again asking your support for greatly needed non-food items for F.E.A.S.T. Many of the requested items are those that cannot be purchased with food stamps. As previously suggested, you can purchase many of these items at Dollar General or Dollar Tree at a nominal cost. For the month of November we are asking for shampoo and laundry detergent. Create and Share Create and Share has always been an outreach ministry of Presbyterian Women. Over the past 32 years there has been a dedicated group of women to make book bags and collect school supplies, make ditty bags and fill them with hygiene items, knit and crochet blankets, hats and booties, and sew layette sets. Additional items made and provided to various members and organizations have included knit hats for the homeless, walker totes, adult bibs, lap robes, caps for cancer patients, quilts, baby blankets, changing pads and children/adult hand-made clothing. There has also been a very supportive and giving congregation. Participation at PCPH has dwindled to three or four women, so we have decided to discontinue meeting at the end of the year. If there is someone who feels that this ministry is something they would like to continue at this church, please contact Mary Schutjer for more information.

November 2017 Creating Connections Through Christ Page 3 September Year to Date Income and Expenses Income: $173,327.06 Count your blessings this Thanksgiving! Expenses: $203,364.

25 Office will be closed: November 22nd - November 26th Harbor Light Deadlines November 15 December 20 Bulletin Deadline Please submit your bulletin announcement by 1:00pm on

STEWARDSHIP SUNDAY Stewardship Sunday is November 19 th this year, and we look forward to seeing all of you.

3 November 2017 Creating Connections Through Christ Page 3 September Year to Date Income and Expenses Income: $173, Count your blessings this Thanksgiving! Expenses: $203, Net Loss: $30, Office will be closed: November 22nd - November 26th Harbor Light Deadlines November 15 December 20 Bulletin Deadline Please submit your bulletin announcement by 1:00pm on Tuesday afternoon. If not received by then, your announcement may not appear in the Sunday bulletin. STEWARDSHIP SUNDAY Stewardship Sunday is November 19 th this year, and we look forward to seeing all of you. You will be asked to come forward and put your 2018 pledge envelopes on the communion table. Stewardship materials will be mailed out early November. If you do not receive them there will be a box in the Narthex with stewardship information and pledge cards. What you pledge is between you and our Lord. All gifts whatever their sizes make it possible for us to carry out Christ s commission to make and teach disciples. (Matthew 28: 19-20). Please prayerfully consider your pledge for 2018.

November 2017 Creating Connections Through Christ Page 4 2 Fran Janaszek 17 Derric Haslam 2 Robert Burnham 17 Christopher Hendricks 3 Marilyn Inman 20 Noah Doukas 4 Warren Smith

Drain 25 Sarah Roberts 11 Connor Driscoll 25 Nadia Khalil 11 Bill Cosper 27 Marty Platt 13 Mellie Gordon 28 Kelli Cliff 14 Tom Berge 30 Tom Collias 15 Trevor Prindle 7 Lynne &

4 November 2017 Creating Connections Through Christ Page 4 2 Fran Janaszek 17 Derric Haslam 2 Robert Burnham 17 Christopher Hendricks 3 Marilyn Inman 20 Noah Doukas 4 Warren Smith 20 Jackie Payne 4 Joanne Geist 21 Carol White 4 Katie Rock 21 Megan White 6 Jake Saner 23 Lindsay Prindle 6 Carrie Fleeman 25 Nancy Kurtz 7 Marie Ranes 25 Doris Pearse 10 Louise Drain 25 Sarah Roberts 11 Connor Driscoll 25 Nadia Khalil 11 Bill Cosper 27 Marty Platt 13 Mellie Gordon 28 Kelli Cliff 14 Tom Berge 30 Tom Collias 15 Trevor Prindle 7 Lynne & Gary Fieldson 8 Wenda & Lowell Behm 8 Rhonda & Vince Furno 11 Dorothy & Alan Jay 15 Helen & Fred Kaufman 20 Ginny & Jerry Branchfield 27 Lori & Scott Smith 28 Madelyn & Malcolm Tuck

5 November 2017 Creating Connections Through Christ Page 5 See below for what you can and cannot donate. Soccer ball Stuffed animal/doll An outfit of clothing Small musical instrument Comb/Hairbrush/ Toothbrush, Washcloth, Bar soap (packaged and/or in a container) Adhesive bandages Reusable plastic containers: cup, water bottle, plate, bowl, blunt-edged utensils Blanket/Underwear/Shoes and socks/flip-flops (new shoes only) YES Hat/scarf/mittens/ Sunglasses/Totebag/purse Pencils/Small manual pencil sharpener/erasers Colored pencils/pencil case/pens/crayons Markers/Notebooks/Blank index cards Solar-powered calculator/ Safety (blunt tip) scissors/ Ruler/Protractor Glue stick /Small adhesive tape Candy Toothpaste used or damaged items war-related items such as toy guns, knives, or military figures chocolate or food seeds fruit rolls or other fruit snacks NO drink mixes (powdered or liquid) liquids or lotions medications or vitamins breakable items such as snow globes or glass containers aerosol cans liquid glue liquid antibiotic ointment

November 2017 Creating Connections Through Christ Page 6 Church Library News The library committee usually meets

Although recently we may not have been there as often as we would like, work on getting books ready for shelving

Non-fiction books are researched on an outside, on-line library site which often provides us with the correct Dewey

File cards, book pockets & book pocket cards are currently being typed on a computer, printed and then cut & pasted

6 November 2017 Creating Connections Through Christ Page 6 Church Library News The library committee usually meets the first & third Tuesdays of each month from 10:00 to 12:00. Although recently we may not have been there as often as we would like, work on getting books ready for shelving continues. Non-fiction books are researched on an outside, on-line library site which often provides us with the correct Dewey Decimal System number. File cards, book pockets & book pocket cards are currently being typed on a computer, printed and then cut & pasted on the cards & pockets. This is more time consuming than using a typewriter, but has the added advantage that the work can be done outside the library. If you have any interest in joining the library committee, please call Ginny Branchfield at Thursdays 7:00pm November 16 th December 14 th ww.peggyos.com 1026 Florida Ave Palm Harbor Childcare Available!

November 2017 Creating Connections Through Christ Page 7 Bible Study with Pastor Bruce Bible Study with Pastor Bruce continues on Tuesdays at

November 19 (Sunday) (HELPERS NEEDED) Bring down trees and large items Set up large tree Set up smaller trees in Narthex Decoration boxes

7 November 2017 Creating Connections Through Christ Page 7 Bible Study with Pastor Bruce Bible Study with Pastor Bruce continues on Tuesdays at 7:00pm in the Library. Engage Gospel Bible Study - ends on Nov. 7th Christmas is coming! Put yourself in the Christmas Spirit to help make your church beautiful for the Season. Please check your calendar and SIGN UP IN THE NARTHEX. If you have any questions, call Alan or Linda McGlone at or Lyle Gunning at November 19 (Sunday) (HELPERS NEEDED) Bring down trees and large items Set up large tree Set up smaller trees in Narthex Decoration boxes placed on back pews November 24 9:30am (HELPERS NEEDED) Decorate church January 8 9:30am (HELPERS NEEDED) Take down Christmas trees Disassemble and pack all decorations Carry boxes and trees up to storage attic

November 2017 Creating Connections Through Christ Page 8 Presbyterian Church of Palm Harbor

for babies and toddlers that was developed by early childhood experts, Frolic resources

Our hope at PCPH is to equip all families with children of any age with the right materials to

Little Ones Age 4-6 SparkHouse Lectionary Curriculum Each week, kids, and their leaders gather

8 November 2017 Creating Connections Through Christ Page 8 Presbyterian Church of Palm Harbor Children s Ministry Pre-School - 5 th Grade Nursery Birth- Age 3 Frolic A curriculum created for babies and toddlers that was developed by early childhood experts, Frolic resources introduce little ones to faith concepts in age appropriate ways. Our hope at PCPH is to equip all families with children of any age with the right materials to start their faith journey at a young age. Little Ones Age 4-6 SparkHouse Lectionary Curriculum Each week, kids, and their leaders gather together to explore their Bibles, enjoy fun activities, pray, and grow in faith. The curriculum follows the church lectionary in a fun and exciting way to create a faith that is grounded in truth.

9 November 2017 Creating Connections Through Christ Page 9 Kids Movie Night! Showing: It s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown Friday, November 10 th 5-7pm Popcorn, pizza, and drinks will be served! Ages: 3-11 (potty trained) Please RSVP to Huiran or children@pcph.org Free to attend/donations accepted!

November 2017 Creating Connections Through Christ Page 10 YOUTH MINISTRY Presbyterian Church of Palm Harbor November Calendar Wednesday November 1

Group 6-7:30pm and Compline 7:30-8pm Wednesday November 15 th Youth Group 6pm-8pm Friday November 17 th - Saturday 19 th Cedarkirk Fusion Retreat

10 November 2017 Creating Connections Through Christ Page 10 YOUTH MINISTRY Presbyterian Church of Palm Harbor November Calendar Wednesday November 1 st Youth Group 6-8pm Saturday November 4 th Pumpkin Patch Clean up at 8am Middle School Ministry 6 th - 8 th Grades Wednesday November 8 th Youth Group 6-7:30pm and Compline 7:30-8pm Wednesday November 15 th Youth Group 6pm-8pm Friday November 17 th - Saturday 19 th Cedarkirk Fusion Retreat High School Ministry 9 th - 12 th Grades Friday November 24 th Trinity Café Soup Kitchen Wednesday November 29 th Youth Group 6-7:30pm and Compline 7:30-8pm

November 2017 Creating Connections Through Christ Page 11 Middle and High School Cedarkirk Fusion Retreat Friday, October 6 th Middle and High School Cedarkirk Retreat: Fusion November 17 th - 19 th

11 November 2017 Creating Connections Through Christ Page 11 Middle and High School Cedarkirk Fusion Retreat Friday, October 6 th Middle and High School Cedarkirk Retreat: Fusion November 17 th - 19 th The PCPH youth group is headed to Cedarkirk for a weekend of worship, outdoor exploration, and fellowship with other Tampa Bay Presbyterian youth groups! This event is open to both middle- and high-school students and will incorporate large-group worship, small-group breakouts, and plenty of your youth s favorite camp activities. Join us for either exciting weekend as we deepen our relationships with God and build community with new friends! The cost is $ and includes transportation, lodging, fun, and food for the weekend.

November 2017 Creating Connections Through Christ Page 12 THANK YOU!

The youth ministry of PCPH is always so thankful for our church community, and all who

All proceeds of the pumpkin patch will help offset the cost of youth group outings, and

12 November 2017 Creating Connections Through Christ Page 12 THANK YOU! Yet again, another year of pumpkin patch has come and gone. The youth ministry of PCPH is always so thankful for our church community, and all who put the effort in to make this year s pumpkin patch a huge success. All proceeds of the pumpkin patch will help offset the cost of youth group outings, and summer mission trips. Thanks again to our fearless leader Yvette Doukas for being the front runner in all things pumpkins. Thanks again! Youth Ministry of PCPH

Harbor Light. Pastor Bruce. Pumpkins, Puerto Rico and Promises

Harbor Light. Pastor Bruce. Pumpkins, Puerto Rico and Promises Harbor Light Pcph.org Presbyterian Church of Palm Harbor October 2017 Pumpkins, Puerto Rico and Promises Ah, my inauguration into the PCPH Pumpkin Patch is about to begin! I ve heard and learned a lot