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1 Volume 9, Issue 6 June 2016 Dear Friends, On a recent visit from our two year old grandson, I was trying to get him to repeat something so Diane could hear him say it. You know, one of those cute things that I had heard him say. He was busy with other things and even though I asked him over and over again to say this word he simply ignored me. Finally, as I was giving up on any hope that he was going to pay a'en(on to my request, Diane said to me, He s single-minded. With that the li'le guy immediately turned to me and yelled out, SINGLE MINDED! Something about Diane s words broke through his single mindedness, at least long enough for him to give us some comic relief. I will admit that his response prompted by Diane s words caused me to pause a bit and ponder. As is the case with many children, he has a tendency to shut out the world when he is interested in something. Whether playing with blocks or cars or watching his favorite show, he is all in. You o8en have to repeat his name mul(ple (mes to get his a'en(on. Our children were the same way, as are our other grandchildren. It has made me wonder if there is something about ge9ng older that causes us to become more distracted by what we may experience around us? Somehow I feel more distracted than I used to. I m distracted by computer screens and the constant access my phone has to me. I feel that some(mes I am even distracted when it comes to my spiritual life. I begin to pray and find random thoughts popping into my head. I start to read the Scripture and something else vies for my a'en(on. Did you know there are actually warnings in Scripture about being double minded? Double mindedness, when it comes to our faith, can have the effect of producing or feeding our doubt. And doubt can be a symptom of simply not taking God at his word or to put it another way, not trus(ng God to do what God promises to do in our lives. James writes, Draw near to God and he will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners and purify your hearts, you double-minded. Be wretched and mourn and weep. Let your laughter be turned to mourning and your joy to gloom. Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will exalt you. (James 4:8-10) in this ISSUE This says to me that I should never take double-mindedness lightly when it comes to God. When it comes to Jesus, I want to Adult Educaon Page 2 be all in! God s amazing grace deserves my full a'en(on. Calendar Page 12 When it comes to my life in Christ, I want to be able to yell, Celebraons Page 11 SINGLE MINDED, and really mean it. Together with you in Christ s service, Children s Ministry Page 6 Community Outreach Page 5 Congregaonal Care Page 9 Fellowship Page 4 Finance & Budget Page 9 Small Groups Page 8 Youth Page 5

2 On Sundays at 10:00 AM there are a variety of classes open to anyone who is interested. You are welcome to join at any me and see for yourself what discipleship looks like at TPC. Fellowship Class: Understanding Islam Facilitator: Jeannie Phelps, Locaon: Fellowship Hall B As Islam and the Middle East are constant parts of our news today, this class wants to be'er understand how to engage and love our neighbors. We ll look at the religion, history, and what we can do today to be'er love our neighbors on behalf of Jesus Christ. The Fellowship Class is a group that values conversaon and offers hospitality as they gather to study God's word. Come join this always-welcoming class as they connue to study prayer. SALT Class: The Gospel of Ma6hew Facilitator: Donna Frank, Locaon: Room 101 In February SALT is beginning a study on the Gospel of Ma'hew. Join this class for an open discussion on the good news we encounter when we read about Jesus. This class will use a popular study by Stephen and Jacalyn Eyre to help guide and enrich the conversa(on. The Pracce of Prayer Facilitator: Rachel Clark Locaon: Fellowship Hall A Beginning May 8 this class will begin to explore the gi8 of prayer. What is it? Why has God given us this gi8? How has he made it possible for us to communicate with him anywhere we are? We ll open the Bible to learn more and to learn in ways that will equip us to make prayer a greater part of our lives. HomeBuilders Locaon: Room 100 Homebuilders is a class that is open to all, interacve and conversaonal, focused on fostering fellowship and discipleship in such areas as marriage and family relaonships, parenng, financial stewardship, and other parts of our daily walk with God. Bible Study James James is a shorter book in the New Testament, but it is one that deserves plenty of a'en(on. It challenges some of our Protestant roots in the way James describes faith, but rather than ignore it, we'll pa(ently read through it and make the most sense of it that we can. Anyone can join the study as we seek to go slow and allow for plenty of (me for ques(ons and answers. We meet every Wednesday, except for when there is a Ministry Team mee(ng. Wednesday at 6:00PM in Room 206 2

3 Adult VBS Triangle University: The One and Onlies June 19-23, 6:15-7:45PM During our yearly Vaca(on Bible School, any and all adults are welcome to come out for some fun of their own. The first night is an adult only cookout that has been a great (me for the last few years. (RSVP to Casey so he knows how much food to prepare or sign up online). The following nights will have teaching and discussion. The environment is very casual and open as we will look at what is so important in our faith. As TPC is trying to recommit to what it means for us to faithfully be the church of Jesus Christ, we'll look at the central beliefs of the faith. What about Chris(anity is unique and fundamental? How is Jesus the one and only? Why are these beliefs important and how do they shape my everyday life? Through this week we'll aim to rediscover the core convic(ons of a Chris(an life. If you have ques(ons, ask Casey Clark. All services will be held in the sanctuary at the regular (mes of 8:45AM and 11:15AM, except when there is a single service. On those Sundays, there will be one service at 10:00AM, with a brief (me of fellowship following the service. Single Service Sundays for the summer are: Sunday, June 19 Sunday, July 3 Sunday, August 14 Sunday, September 4 3

4 PATHWAYS GROUP: May Events! Pathways: a Chris(an journey through life. Pathways is a place where anyone is welcome. Con(nue to look for specific informa(on in the newsle'er and bulle(n. June 10: June 12: June 26: Friday Night Game Night at 7:00 pm Volleyball in the FLC at 1:30PM First Sunday Brunch (following the late service) For info or to be added to the list, contact Kelley Crabtree kelleycrabtree@nc.rr.com or call the church office at Just Older Youth Golden Corral Thursday, June NOTE DATE CHANGE!!!! Come out and have lunch with those of us who are Just Older Youth or who enjoy having lunch with our older members and friends. We normally meet the 2nd Thursday of the month at the Golden Corral on Hwy 55 at 11:30AM. Due to local high school gradua(ons, we are postponing lunch for 1 week! It s a wonderful (me of great food and fellowship topped off with a short devo(on led by one of the Pastors. Single Service June 19 10:00AM 4

5 June/July June 1 June 3-4 June 5 June 5 Varsity Bible Study, 6:30-7:30PM Varsity Campout at Jordan Lake High School Graduate Recogni(on (11:15AM) MLY, 4-5:30PM, Varsity, 6:30-8PM June MLY at TGE June MLY VBS July Varsity at FITS Single Service June 19 10:00AM Food Bank In addi(on to dona(ng your items, you are also able to donate cash and checks! Look for the Campbell s Soup cans a8er service the first Sunday of each month. NOTE: Easy open cans/packages are preferred. July Personal Hygiene August Cereal Sept Peanut Bu'er Oct Canned Fruit Nov Mac & Cheese Dec Baby Formula/Cereal 5

6 The Children s Ministries Team is planning now for our mul(-age summer Elementary club and Pre-readers club program. The combined elementary club will begin June 5 and run through August 21. This club will include kids who are going into 1 st -5 th grades and will feature curriculum en(tled God Provides for His People, THEN and NOW! Ac(vi(es will include God Sigh(ngs, rescue stories from the Old Testament, games and prayer. Interested in learning more or helping with this exci(ng program? Call or Nancy in the office. If you have not led a children s group at TPC you may be paired with a co-leader, provided you have completed our background check process and interviewed with Nancy. We also have opportuni(es to work with our Pre-readers Club. Pre-readers Club will include kids from ages 4-6 who are not yet reading. This club group will be using our favorite curriculum from Gospel Light! ***Please NOTE that kids who complete 5 th grade in June will move up to the Middle School for summer Sunday School on JUNE 5 th Have you registered your kids or Middle School Youth for VBS yet? VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL at TPC is like an evening summer camp for kids and youth and a great program for adults!! Each evening Sunday, June 19-Thursday, June 23 from 6:00-8:00 elementary kids and preschoolers will experience the Bible stories, applica(ons, cra8s, games and snacks of the Triangle Presbyterian Deep Sea Discovery: God Is With Me Wherever I Go. Middle School students will have their own team program during the same (me frame with challenging and fun ac(vi(es. Sr. High students can a'end Triangle University or help with the children s classes as a tour guide. How much does it cost? Registra(on fees are as follows: Nursery and preschool $10 Elementary and middle school $15 Family Cap $30 How do I register? You can register on the web or pick up a registra(on form at church. Registra(on is complete once you pay! What s Included? Registra(on fees for children include a brightly colored T-shirt to add to your collec(on, provided that you don t register at the last minute! Nursery is available only for children of parcipang adults. 6

7 VBS 2016 Offering The Session has approved our VBS offering to go to support and encourage the staff and students at Faye'eville Street Elementary School in Durham, near the NCCU campus. This inner city school has no ac(ve PTA and would greatly appreciate our support. We will collect classroom and student supplies during June and July, as well as take a monetary offering during the week of VBS, June 19-June 23. Look for school supply lists to be posted soon! Join the VBS team today! Adults and senior high students interested in helping as class assistants (tour guides), cra8 team members, or room designers and/or decorators may sign the volunteer registra(on list on the sign up boards. Make Playdough for our Preschool VBS class! We ll provide the recipe if you will make the playdough. Your color choice! Lend us your Beach Stuff! We re transforming TPC into a Deep Sea Discovery: The Beach (Jesus Feeds His Friends; The Coral Reef (God Hears Jonah Pray); The Yellow Submarine (God Knows Noah s Heart); The Shipwreck (God Sends Paul); Under the Sea (God Strengthens Peter). We re thinking about beige or blue sheets or tarps, nets, buoys, sea creature stuffed animals, fishing poles, camp chairs, sleeping bags (for classes to sit on). Got other ideas? We d love to hear them. If you want your items back, please label them and drop them off in Room 106 (let Nancy know what you re bringing). Set Up Decorate! We re looking for volunteers to help with moving tables and chairs, hanging backdrops, and decora(ng rooms during the days or evenings from June Do you have a couple of hours? Final touches will be done on Saturday a8ernoon, June 18 from 10AM-2PM. Can t Help During VBS Week? We need people to make direc(onal signs and/or small props projects, label t-shirts, organize teacher supply baskets or cra8 material prep and other pre-vbs jobs. Need more informaon about any of these opportunies, contact Nancy at Nancyholton@trianglepc.org or (919) How Can I Help with VBS? NO HOOPS Camp But... WE Will NOT be offering our popular Hoops TPC Basketball Camp this summer but hope to host the camp again in Summer Please pray for the development of a larger pool of leadership folks for the camp for next summer. This year our leadership group has family conflicts with the normally scheduled camp (me. If you are interested in being included in the planning/development team for 2017 please let Nancy know NOW. Children s Ministries Fall Planning Dinner Mark your calendars for Wednesday, August 3 from 6-8:30PM for a brainstorming, planning session with Children s Team members, parents and teachers. Items under discussion: Pray for Me Partners kick off on August 28; Kids Leadership development; family service projects; Parent support group development. We will have a Mexican potluck dinner with taco meat and chicken provided and other ingredients on a sign up basis. 7

8 Why should I join a small group? Small groups are a great source of spiritual growth for the members of the TPC body and a catalyst for Chris(an love and service in our community. A small group is like a church within a church - it is a smaller, more in(mate gathering of people who encourage one another, hold each other accountable, and share together in their Chris- (an walk. Consider the ways you can be further rooted and grounded in the love of Christ by sharing life together with other Chris(ans. Contact Rachel Clark about joining a small groups at TPC. Women s Fellowship Group! The women s fellowship group meets in the Fellowship Hall from 10:00-11:30AM, and all women of all ages are invited to a'end. Our next mee(ngs are: June 9 & 23 and July 14 & 28 (second & fourth Thursdays of the month). Join us as we study the book of James, and please invite any friends and neighbors who would enjoy this great opportunity to fellowship, study Scripture and pray with sisters in Christ. We always have a delicious snack as well! Contact Rachel Clark for more informa(on. Study Recommendaons Below are some suggested resources for your small group to study. Check out the bulle(n board near the upstairs kitchen for other addi(onal recommenda(ons. As always, there are many, many resources in the Media Center as well. Habits of Grace- David Mathis A book about the spiritual disciplines, appropriate for both new believers and those who have walked with Jesus for many years. PDF available for FREE!! Visit John Piper's website, Desiring God (h'p:// Free study guide for individuals or small groups also available to download (h'p:// Acts - Life-change series by Navpress An in- depth bible study that takes you through the story of the work of the Holy Spirit in the early church. This study provides helpful historical and literary informa(on to help you be'er understand the context surrounding the events of Acts. Romans 1-7 For You by Tim Keller In this study, Keller opens up the first half of the book of Romans, helping you to come to grips with its meaning and showing how it transforms our hearts and lives today. 8

9 What a blessing it is to have such a caring church family. I want to thank you for all of the prayers, thoughts, cards, and the wonderful prayer shawl that express your love and caring at the passing of my mother. You have been a true comfort to me and my family at this time. God bless you all. Together with you in service, Beverly Salerno JULY 19, 2016 CHAPs POTLUCK SAVE THE DATE Christians Helping Aging People (CHAPs) will enjoy a potluck on Tuesday, July 19, at the home of Julia and Mike Martin. We will gather at the Martin's home, 6413 Falconbridge Road, Chapel Hill, at 6:30 p.m. Entrees and beverages will be provided and everyone is asked to bring a dish to share: salads, casseroles, vegetables, or desserts. Please mark your calendar now for this evening of food and fellowship. A signup sheet will be posted at church soon. If you have questions, please call Janie Ward at Single Service June 19 10:00AM April 2016 Pledges Budget Contribu(ons Expenses Net Gain/Loss $95,015 $101,056 $92,852 $76,120 +$16,723 Year to Date Pledges Budget Contribu(ons Expenses Net Gain/Loss $380,059 $404,226 $349,748 $374,843 -($25,095) 9

10 All Church Retreat September16-18! Register Now! Join us for the TPC Fall Retreat at Shiloh Family Ministries on Kerr Lake from September Or choose to come up for the day on Saturday. Check out for more info on the loca(on, less than an hour from Durham. Then sign up online at Lodging Details & Costs: Tent camping (bring your own tent) $10 for 1 night, $20 for 2 nights RV sites with hook-ups (bring your own camper) $35 for 1 night/$50 for 2 nights. Rus(c A-frame cabins (box fan & 8 bunks) $40 for 1 night, $60 for 2 nights Osprey and Eagle dorms (power, AC, 4 bunks per room, possible roommates assigned) $7.50 per person for 1 night, $12.50 per person for 2 nights. Meals: No Friday night meals.you re on your own. Saturday Only meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner) Ages 6-12, $12 per person Ages 13 + $17 per person Saturday & Sunday meals Ages 6-12, $15 per person Ages 13 +, $20 per person There is a $130 family cap. Deadline to sign up is September 11. No refunds on cancella(ons a8er that date. 10

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