JPC Newsletter. A Letter From Pastor Andy

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1 JPC Newsletter A Letter From Pastor Andy Dear Jerusalem Church members and friends, As we enter fall I want to bring your attention to a few goings-on at JPC. This Sunday is the beginning of Sunday school for grade-school age children; we are still in need for a few more Sunday school teachers, so if you are willing to teach one Sunday everyother month, please speak with Andy (The lessons are already prepared). The confirmation class is starting on September 23rd with an organizational meeting following worship for the confirmands, their parents, and the class sponsors. (Sunday school and confirmation will both be meeting after worship.) Another Sunday morning development is the possible restructuring of volunteer duties including splitting ushering/greeting duties from coffee hosting duties. No decisions have been made regarding that, but the worship committee is exploring options to allow for more flexibility. Finally, this month also includes some specific work for my doctoral project. You may remember that my studies focus on stewardship, especially as the subject pertains to the ministry and mission of JPC. Throughout September and the first half of October I will be preaching on call stories from scripture. This series will include wellknown stories such as Moses and the burning bush, and the conversion of the Apostle Paul on the road to Damascus. We will also look at a few stories that are not as famous; all of them will focus on the overarching theme of responding to God s call. I will also be holding a Saturday morning workshop in late September or early October. The subject of the event will be on generations theory, as in, how people born in different decades see the world differently. We will also look at how different generations perspectives impact the church s ministry and our attitudes towards faith and each other. I have yet to select a date for the workshop but will send out an announcing it when that is known. May the Peace of Christ, which passes all understanding, be with you, Pastor Andy Page 1

2 Thank You A HUGE thank you to everyone who participated in making the 22 nd Annual Donna Lexa Memorial Art Fair another wonderful success. We had beautiful weather, the food was a big hit, the artists were happy, the buyers loved the art work, and the non-profits were thrilled to be able to tell their stories to our community. Our musicians donated their gifts of music and the entire day was delightful with a great sense of community. This amazing event could not happen without the efforts of the entire art fair committee and all members of JPC who make the magic happen. This is such a giving congregation and it is a honor to be a part of this organization that gives of itself so freely. This year felt like the best art fair we have ever had and you can be very proud of the difference JPC has made to the organizations that benefit from your efforts. You have shown others how to be the Hands and Feet of Christ. Undies Sunday The Hope Center needs underwear for both men and women. Also cash can be donated or checks written (with Undies Sunday noted in the memo ). Family Game Night Returns This popular monthly fellowship event returns on Tuesday September 18 with a 5:30 pm supper followed by a variety of table games. Members and friends are asked to sign up at church to assist our volunteer chefs. Hope to see you there. Page 2

3 Book Sale Results Hi All, Congratulations on another great used book sale! Yesterday we removed the remaining books from the fellowship hall and took them to Half- Price Books. We received $250 from HPB! So our total is: $ day of sale $20 - day after the sale $250 - HPB = $1480 (Last year was $1027 so we increased our income by 44% ) This money will be donated to the Mission fund and is used in projects like installing water wells in Africa, purchasing heifers for humanity and helping to fund work trips. Thanks to all who helped in transporting, sorting and selling books. Auction Coming Soon The church auction is coming! It will be held on Sunday, November 18 th, The coffee hour and displayed auction items will be held in the fellowship hall directly following the church service. Bidding will follow. The Deacons will be providing a light lunch. Our guest auctioneer, Mark Stalhut, will be here again to make this a successful event! Please note that this is not a Packer Sunday!! We need everyone s help with donations and with the bidding to help make this our biggest auction ever! Some of the items that have been donated in the past are catered and specialty dinners, athletic tickets, four season cakes, pies, specialty baskets, theater tickets, services, etc. Let your Imagination run wild!! Think of what your talents are and come up with an item or two to donate that someone else would want to purchase. If you know of a restaurant or business that might be willing to donate something, go see them too! The only things we discourage are used items such as appliances, used clothing, etc. If you have any questions feel free to call us. Please let us know as soon as you decide what you are willing to donate. You can us with your suggestion, drop a note in the offering plate, or just call. We need a detailed description of the item or items and the value. We will begin putting our list together early so that you know the items we have and can keep you up to date on the donations! George and Bonnie Morris gmorris1@wi.rr.com Page 3

4 Reminders Sept. 9th Worship committee meeting after church Sept. 12th at 7:00 pm Session meeting Sept. 16th Mission committee meeting after church Sept. 18th Family Game Night Sept. 23rd Undies Sunday Sept 23rd Confirmation Class (Parents and Candidates) October 7th World Wide Communion Sunday Confirmation Calendar Sept. 23, 2018 Confirmation Class (Parents and Candidates) Sept. 30, 2018 Confirmation Class Candidates October 7, 2018 Confirmation Class Candidates October 21, 2018 Confirmation Class Candidates November 4, 2018 Confirmation Class Candidates November 18, 2018 Candidates Help Lead Worship (No Class due to JPC Auction) December 2, 2018 Confirmation Class Candidates December 16, 2018 Confirmation Candidates Christmas Party January 13, 2019 Confirmation Class Candidates January 27, 2019 Confirmation Class Candidates February 10, 2019 Confirmation Class Candidates February 24, 2019 Confirmation Class Candidates March 10, 2019 Confirmation Class Candidates March 24, 2019 Confirmation Class Candidates April 7, 2019 Confirmation Class Candidates May 5, 2019 Statement of Faith Dinner (Candidates, their families, Sponsors, Elders, and Elder s Spouses, Evening Event) May 19, 2019 Confirmation Worship Service Page 4

5 Worship Schedule 9:30 Sunday Communion Sunday, Sept. 2 Liturgist: Marge Bartz Hosts: Dennis and Pat Ruis Communion Host : Dennis Ruis Nursery: Jenna Schulz Sunday, Sept. 9 Liturgist: Dennis Ruis Hosts: Jeff and Janet Madden Sunday, Sept. 16 Liturgist: Todd Bennett Hosts: Kent and Abby Lorenz Sunday, Sept. 23 Musician: M. Peterson Liturgist: Marilyn Nelsen Hosts: Rich and Karen Csavoy Sunday, Sept. 30 Liturgist: Abby Lorenz Hosts: Jerry and Becky Gapinski September Birthdays Please wish these members a Happy Birthday this month! 3 Phyllis Beil 6 Betty Chermak 8 Walter Schulz 10 Evelyn Reid 11 Abby Lorenz 12 Dawson O Connell 12 Dawn Samuels 14 Karen Potratz 14 Conner Stingle 15 Emily Copeland 15 Maria Tammi 15 Perry Galloway 16 John Gardner 16 Valerie Dickenson 17 Linda Smith 18 Larry Agathen 21 Eric Clapper 21 Bobbie Freer 23 Miranda Zywicki 25 Bonnie Morris 25 Drake Reid 28 Bill Bailey Activities& Events JPC BOOK CLUB Book club meets every 2nd Monday of the month Below are the books for book club September 10th Midnight at the Bright Ideas Book Store by Matthew Sullivan. October 8th Destiny of the Republic by Candace Millard Bridge Join us for cards at 1:30 pm on Wednesday Sheepshead Last Tuesday of the month at 6:30pm at Three Pillars in Dousman Weekly Attendance August August August August Monthly Contributions Through July 31st: Offerings $95,082 Expenses $97,718 Using the Phone: Using the Post: Using the Web: The church office hours are: Tuesday and Wednesday 9 am - Noon Thursday 9 am 1 pm The church phone number is: or Rev. Andrew Holmes At(414) revandrewholmes@gmail.com Our Location Address is: Jerusalem Presbyterian Church 207 W. Main St. Wales, WI Our Mailing Address is: Jerusalem Presbyterian Church P.O. Box 88 Wales, WI, To send an to the pastor revandrewholmes@gmail.com To send an to the church secretary: jpcsec@jerusalempresbyterian.org Visit our website for more information: jpcwales.org Page 5

6 Jerusalem Presbyterian Church P.O. Box Main St. Wales, WI 53183