Sermon Series. Joyful Living

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1 OCEAN DRIVE OCTOBER 2012 MESSENGER Pastor Daryle s Message I THANK MY GOD EVERY TIME I REMEMBER YOU... PHILIPPIANS 1:3 Dear ODPC Family: Have you ever played the childhood game Hide and Seek? Probably you have. And you probably remember then the words Ready or not, here I come! Motivational speaker Billy Zeoli defines being ready as: the right person in the right place at the right time with the right thing to do and to say, and doing it and saying it. In one playoff game with the Dallas Cowboys at San Francisco, the Cowboys were trailing by 15 or 16 points going into the last two minutes. Cowboys coach Tom Landry turned to a young quarterback not too long out of the navy named Roger Staubach. Staubach was not yet Dallas starting quarterback. In a critical situation with Dallas trailing in a playoff game, Landry turned to Roger Staubach and said PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Sermon Series Phili!ians Joyful Living In the beginning of this sermon series we will discuss the Apostle Paul, who lived in trying times but embraced the truth of joyful living. We can have joy, even in hardship. Joy does not come from outward circumstances but from inward strength. As Christians, we must not rely on what we have or what we experience to give us joy but on Christ within us. Rejoice in the Lord always, I will say it again: Rejoice! (Phil. 4:4) May we share Paul s aspiration and seek to know Jesus Christ more and more. Rejoice with Paul in Philippians, and rededicate yourself to finding joy in Christ. continued on page 2 OCEAN DRIVE PRESBYTERIAN BEGINS The church was officially organized on Friday, April 25th, The original Sanctuary, shown above, was built on a man made hill in OCEAN DRIVE PRESBYTERIAN TODAY Many expansions and new buildings have been added since ODPC began and membership is currently approximately 850 people. OCEAN DRIVE PRESBYTERIAN VISION To glorify God and enjoy God forever. To bring people to saving Faith. To go out and share the Good News of Christ s love.

2 Check it out! Prime Time 55+ Senior Ministry will be meeting on October 11th at 2:oo pm in the LFLC. This month Cornhole is the game of choice. Then Shooters a new board game will be introduced. Join us for fun, fellowship & laughter. Please ENTER through the church office door. The BIG Yard Sale will be on October 13th starting at 8:30 am until 12:00 Noon in the Youth Center, The Shak. Our sponsors, the Men of Iron have many, many items for sale. Come find your treasure here. ODPC New Members Class is October 14th at 12:15 pm in the LFLC. If you are interested in becoming a member or have questions about this church, call the church office at and sign up for this informative expo. PrimeTime 55+ Senior Ministry Thursday, October 11th 2:00-4:00 pm in the LFLC COMING UP AT ODPC New Members Class Membership & Information Expo Sunday, October 14th 12:15 pm in the LFLC Pastor s message continued from page 1 BIG Yard Sale Saturday, October 13th 8:00 am to 12:00 Noon in The Shak. simply, Roger, go in. Many people might have questioned a move like that. Anyone who knew Landry would not imagine that he was throwing in the towel this soon. Still he said, Roger, go in. And Staubach replied, I m ready. And he was. In the next one minute and 57 seconds, Staubach led Dallas to two touchdowns and a field goal. Dallas won the playoff game because this young man fresh out of the Navy was ready. Are you ready? Live each day so there will be no regrets. Relationships are the most important things in life - relationship with one another and relationship with God. Take care of your relationships. Live as if people were important, not just things. If an important relationship is broken, take time to reconcile it. You may not get tomorrow. That includes our relationship with God. Grace and Peace to you in Christ Jesus, Warmly, Pastor Daryle CHILDREN S MINISTRY & ACCESS YOUTH Word of God 100% Praise Music 100% Fellowship 100% Great Leaders 100% ODPC Children s nic@nite is all about the Groups Buzz bible study. We meet on Wednesdays from 6-7:15 pm. Come see what all the buzz is about! Leslie Gore, Children s Ministry Director Access Youth meets every Wednesday night from 6-7:15 pm in the youth center, The Shak. Join us for music, Bible Study and just plain FUN! Kelly Gabriele, Youth Director New Friendships 100% Where I Want To Be 100% FUN, FUN & FUN 100%

3 OCTOBER Is Music your gift or your love? We have a place for you here. 10/7 - Communion Sunday 10/7 - Beach Baptism 4pm 10/11 - PrimeTime 55+ Ministry 2:00-4:00pm 10/13 - Men of Iron Yard Sale/Fund Raiser 8am-noon 10/14 - Membership and Information Expo 12:15pm 10/15 - ODPC and Walgreens Flu Shot Clinic Day 2:00-6:30pm 10/18 & 10/25 - Estate & Wills Seminar 6:30-8:00pm 10/27 - ODPC Choir Retreat/Offsite Relationships are the most important things in life - relationships with one another & a relationship with God. SHOUT TO THE LORD, ALL THE EARTH LET US SING. POWER AND MAJESTY, PRAISE TO THE KING! A Praise Choir Informational Meeting will be held on October 14th at noon in the Sanctuary. Do you love to sing and worship God? Are you interested in helping to lead worship by singing in a praise choir? Come join us at the meeting 10/14/12 at Noon. Is the Chancel Choir the place for you? Rehearsals are Wednesdays at 6:30 and singing on Sundays at 11:00. The rehearsals for our classic Christmas cantata How Great Our Joy will begin on Oct. 3, so you can still join this wonderful production. To all of our Snowbirds, we would love for you to join us and share your musical talents too. Singers and instrumentalists are invited. The Handbell Choir is back and rehearsals are on Tuesdays at 4:30, come join us! If you are interested or have questions, give our Music Director, Karen Alexander, a call at COMING IN NOVEMBER Stewardship Sunday 4 Collection Week for Operation Christmas Child Happy Thanksgiving 22

4 Let s get down to brass tacks... dollars, chatter and health by Rhonda Conner Church Business Administrator by Patsy O Donnell and Ruth Walker by Kathy Bazzarre ODPC Parish Nurse FINANCIAL UPDATE 1. August 2012 YTD Actual 2. EXPENSES ARE: 3. Mortgage 21, Fellowship 2, Diaconate 4, Administration 59, Discipleship 25, International Missions 37, National Missions 9, Local Missions 7, Finance/Property 24, Other Expenses Property 84, Staff 437, Worship 8, TOTAL Expenses 723, TOTAL Income 776, Over/Short 52, Annual Budget: $1,170, YTD Budget: $780, Actual Revenues: $776, YTD/Actual: -$3, Mortgage Balance as of August 15, 2012 $325, COMMUNICATION CORNER by Peter Tibbitts, Director of Hope s Kitchen Hope s Kitchen Mission Statement: To minister physical & spiritual food to the local people in need. Hope s Kitchen is over 31/2 yrs old & has not missed a Tuesday serving since starting. We feed approximately guests each week from 5:45-7:30 with volunteers arriving for the various services for preparation & readiness. The ministry has expanded over the years to include the following mini-ministries: Spiritual Music kicks off the evening, a 20 minute devotion is heard by all and then meal service begins with serving the children first. All the food that is prepared is normally eaten with seconds provided when available. We also have Children s Church which includes bible studies, appropriate games and discussions about our Lord. Adults and young adults direct this activity. Hope s Closet has some personal items for our guests such as razors, sunscreen, toothpaste, brushes along with clothing during the winter season. Showers and haircuts are also available to those who wish to take advantage of this. We have a shuttle bus that picks up & drops off those who may otherwise not be able to get here. We assist people who are in need of immediate attention, fellowship & spiritual guidance. We can also guide them to other professionals that can assist them in Social Security questions, food stamps, shelter and many other important needs. Hope s Kitchen is in need of VOLUNTEERS to assist in these different ares of service. Please call Peter Tibbitts, Director of Hope s, at and give back by serving. WELLSPRING MINISTRY Flu Shot Clinic October 15, 2:00-6:30 pm in the Welcome Center at ODPC along with Walgreens. The Pharmacy will bill Medicare, some private insurances that cover the flu immunization, or private pay of $25.99 will be accepted. Estate & Wills Seminar, October 18 & 25, 6:30-8:00 pm in the Youth Shak. Is your estate protected by a valid will? This seminar will be limited to 25 people at each session. Please call the Church Office to sign up at Leaders are: Dusty Dodd and Roy McDuffie of ODPC Finance Team. Alzheimer s Caregiver Support This group meets the 3rd Thursday of each month, this month October 18, at Summit Place Assisted Living Facility in Little River from 2-3:00 pm. No registration is required. Your facilitator is Kathy Bazzarre, R.N., Parish Nurse at ODPC. GRAND STRAND N A T I O N A L ALLIANCE ON MENTAL ILLNESS (N.A.M.I.) meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 pm at Lakeside Baptist Church in NMB. For more information please call or

5 Fortunately, the Grand Strand has been spared so far this season. PREPARE PREPARE PREPARE HAVE A PLAN HAVE TRANSPORT- ATION HAVE SUPPLIES HAVE A PLACE TO GO HOWEVER, IT IS TOO EARLY TO GET COMPLACENT ABOUT EMERGENCY PREPARATION. BY WOODIE FOX Some of the most damaging storms to impact the Grand Strand have hit in the month of October. Please be reminded that your safety and welfare is largely a matter of taking personal responsibility and action in advance of such a storm. The time and resources of local emergency response personnel will be at a premium both in advance of and during any hurricane events. Please remember that only mandatory evacuation orders will be issued and all persons in areas cited for evacuation must be ready to leave by announced deadlines. This means that all church members should have their evacuation plans in place and a family (or individual) emergency preparedness kit available. All coastal residents need to know what evacuation zone they are in and their designated evacuation routes. Previous issues of the ODPC Messenger have listed websites with emergency preparedness information relevant to residents of Horry County, SC and Brunswick County, NC and local TV stations that will carry up-to-date weather information. Another good source for up-to-date weather information is the website of the National Weather Service office in the Wilmington area. ( You can also sign up for free emergency alerts at the Nixle website ( Additionally, a copy of Horry County s Know Your Zone Hurricane Guide is available for REVIEW in the Welcome Center at church. As a reminder to residents, business owners or others who will want to re-enter the City of North Myrtle Beach immediately following a disaster, you may need to show a driver s license, a copy of a recent water bill, or property tax bill, a rental agreement or other form of identification that proves residency or ownership within the city.

6 A little bit of something about everything at Ocean Drive... read on... Beach Baptism by Ren and Anna Cherven Servants of God SERVING GOD IN THE SENIOR WORLD For the past fifteen years we have served a weekly ministry at Summit Place and Myrtle Beach Manor. We now feel that it is time to turn this ministry over to someone who is prepared to commit their time to this rewarding outreach. In the process of bringing God s word to others we have established personal relationships with staff and residents. The Activity Directors at both locations help in gathering the residents together for one hour. It is called the Sermon Series and is supported by the Nuture Team. The hour typically consists of the following: NEW DATE & TIME Starts September 22nd SATURDAY S from 11:00-1:00 If you are grieving the loss of a spouse, child, family member or friend, we invite you to join our weekly meetings at ODPC. This non-denominational, Christ-centered, biblically based ministry can help you during this difficult time. Register by calling the Church Office at or Larry & Rita Wiseman at October 7th at 4 pm Meet in the Shak Baptism is an important step for every believer. If you are a follower of Christ, but have never been baptized, then Baptism is a great next step in your faith. Your next Baptismal opportunity is Sunday, October 7th at 4pm. Please call the Church Office at to sign up. Showing a video of a recent ODPC sermon. Lead the singing of several hymns. ODPC member Phyllis Cassidy has been at the piano for the past years and Phyllis Baldino has been leading. Communion is served monthly by an ODPC Elder or Deacon. This ministry can be done by one couple but we here at ODPC are finding out that many are teaming up to take on a ministry and it has been working quite well, so 2 couples would be great. If you interested in Ministering to Seniors, please call Anna or Ren Cherven at KAREN DAVIS DIRECTOR OF WESTMINSTER PRESCHOOL The first weeks of school have gone by so quickly. We had a great start to our new school year. Now we are in the autumn season and our classrooms reflect the changes that we see at this beautiful time of the year. This is also the time of the year that we have our fundraiser and sell Enjoy the City. Enjoy the City is a coupon book with many discounts for local businesses. These booklets will be for sale at the cost of $20.00 each in the church Welcome Center on Sunday mornings, October 7th & 14th. Those who purchased them last year said that they were full of great deals. Come purchase a book and support our church preschool, Westminster. God Bless You All.

7 Birthdays and Anniversaries: 16 Recile Kaylor, Andrew Welden from your ODPC Family 1 Kenny Gore, Stacy Pokapac & Dororthy Saxon 2 Jim Disney, Robin Labod & Martha Pierce 3 Mary Lou Babin, James Teets 4 Elizabeth Fowler, Pat Michelson, Jessica Pereira, Robby Porter & Connie Roulier 5 Bob Hill, Nancy Platt 6 Brian Caperton, Izzy Doty 7 Carolyn Allen, David Goldston, Lacey Hayes & Erica Hill 8 O Neal Bourne 9 Michele Funderburk, Jean Shepherd 10 Claire Pirl, Ruth Walker 11 Deborah Denny, Susan Hawes, Tom Heyward & Mary Mincey 12 Tricia Davis, Jim Fogleman, Dawn Ray & David Wright 13 Shirley Cooper, Gene Thompson 14 Sara Forsythe 15 Robyn Cain, Don Ray, Ronnie Stevens & Jan Wilhelm 17 Jan Beckley, Nolan Leonard & Doris Smith 18 Russ Gracy 19 Ric Skelley 20 Eric Pastore, Mary Rowe, Sally Telego, Sandy Willard & Charlie Womble 21 Orren Brannen, George Davis & Brenda Ragsdale 22 Katie Bush, Kristof DeProft & Alicia Snead 23 Beverly Barstow, Paul Carpenter & Bob Pitzer 24 Ray Barstow, Jean Bunting, Jarryd Butler, Richard Shearer & Russell Stone 25 Ron Merkling 26 Geri Merkling, Peter Tibbitts 27 Jim Allison, Kim Shelley & Cleo Steele 28 Diane Kuni 29 Pat Cook, Anne Elliott, Freda Myers & Sue Urban 30 Tom Bennett, Sue Curreri & Julia Roper 31 Boyd Brown, John Coulter, Gretchen Floyd, Lori Peoples & Duster Stanton 6 Bill & Kathy Bazzarre/22yrs 7 Tom & Sarah Jenkins/5yrs 8 David & Judy Glymph/31yrs Terry & Jeannie Maidment/35yrs David & Stacy Pokopac/12yrs Dick & Cleo Steele/59yrs Herb & Priscilla Wry/35yrs 9 Ed & Linda Shiflett/30yrs 11 Jack & Nancy Lang/60yrs 13 Ren & Anna Cherven/56yr David & Mary Allen/49yrs 18 Don & Gail Ray/53yrs 21 Jim & Barbara Maples/45yrs 23 Robby & Becky Porter/8yrs 24 Gene & Pat Cook/31yrs 28 Harold & Mary Anne Johnson/12yrs 30 Bob & Izzy Doty/58yrs WORDS OF APPRECIATION A special thanks to our church family for the beautiful cards, flowers, visits, calls, food and prayers during the illness and death of Chris father. It is wonderful to have such a caring church family. Chris, Sue and Ashley Tanner WE PRAY WITH YOU Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God. For just as the suffering of Christ flows over into our lives, so also through Christ our comfort overflows. 2 Corinthians 1: 3-5 WE MOURN WITH YOU Katie Fowler s Mother Walt Maharay s Brother Edward Loehr s Mother Regular Attendee Hilda Reinhardt

8 Who we are here at ODPC... The Reverend Daryle P. Bush, Senior Pastor We encourage you to ask questions about our church. For more information, please contact us through our website, or give our office a call and we will be glad to give you all the Good News! ODPC STAFF MEMBERS 1. Reverend Daryle Bush-Pastor dbush@odpc.org 2. Patsy - Executive Assistant to Pastor podonnell@odpc.org 3. K a t h y B - P a ri s h N u r s e kbazzarre@odpc.org 4. Kelly G - Contemporary Worship Leader & Youth Director kgabriele@odpc.org 5. E a r l T - M e d i a E n g i n e e r etyndall@odpc.org 6. Ka ren A - Music Director kalexander@odpc.org 7. Leslie G - Children s Ministry Director lgore@odpc.org 8. Rhonda C - Church Business Administrator rconner@odpc.org 9. LouAnn K - Publications/ Communications lkaar@odpc.org 10. Becky P - Receptionist/Membership Secretary bporter@odpc.org OCEAN DRIVE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH IS A CONGREGATION OF THE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (USA). Our Mission: To Glorify God and Enjoy God Forever! Our Passion: To glorify God by - Bringing people to saving faith in Jesus Christ and membership in His family; Building them up to become like Christ; Training them to serve Christ; and Sending them out to share the Good News of Christ s love. Our Beliefs: That Jesus Christ is Lord of all and the only way of salvation. That Holy Scripture is God s revealed Word, the Church s only infallible rule of faith and life. That God s people are called to holiness in all aspects of life. Ocean Drive Presbyterian Church 410 Sixth Avenue South PO Box 277 North Myrtle Beach, SC October Messenger 2012 NON-PROFIT ORG. U.S. POSTAGE PAID NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, SC PERMIT # 106 Sunday Worship Schedule 9:30 Contemporary Worship 11:00 Traditional Worship 9:30 Adult Sunday School 10:45 Adult & Youth Sunday School The Reverend Daryle Bush, Senior Pastor Web Site: oceandrivechurch.org Phone: OceanDrive@odpc.org