OCEAN DRIVE. Dear ODPC Family,

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1 BACK-TO-SCHOOL 2017 MESSENGER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OCEAN DRIVE Dear ODPC Family, We re in a challenging sermon series from the book of James in the Bible with a theme of real faith for real life. My heart breaks over what has happened in our country yet again. I ask you to join with me in prayer for our country and the world. Over the last He has shown you, O mortal, month we have again what is good. And what does witnessed the blatantly the LORD require of you? To destructive force of racist act justly and to love mercy ideology, which continues to and to walk humbly with your plague our land and world. God. (Micah 6:8, NIV) The hatred and violence surrounding rallies in Charlottesville, VA and other places have no place in our nation and are fundamentally incompatible with the promise of the gospel. As Christians, we renounce this hateful ideology. We serve a God who delights in the dignity and worth of all humanity and who calls us to work for a more just society in the broken world we inhabit. continued on page 2 ACCESS Youth Back To School Bash Mini Carnival Saturday, August pm SUNDAY COMMUNION SEPT 3 & OCT 1 16th Annual ODPC Golf Tournament Saturday, August 26, 8am Eagle Nest Golf Course

2 message continued from page 1 May our faith bring us comfort and embolden us with courage to minister with the redemptive message of the gospel. We know that God desires us to do justice, to love mercy, and to walk humbly (Micah 6:8). We confess that Christ is the light shining brightly in the darkness (John 8:12). We believe that no powers of evil can separate us from the love of God in Jesus Christ (Rom. 8:38). Please join with me in prayer for our world, for our nation, for Charlottesville, and for our own local community. Pray specifically that the sin of racism may be expelled and the redemptive love of God will dwell in each one of us. May we come together in peace proclaiming the Good News to a hurting world. MUSIC NOTES The Chancel Choir is back in the swing of things! Join us each Wednesday at 6:30pm for a time of fellowship, singing, and prayer. Come prepared to be, and to receive a blessing! Chancel Choir sings: Sunday 11:00 am Worship Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayers. Grace and peace to you and yours in Jesus Christ, Pastor Daryle Attention Christmas Cantata Singers! Mark your calendar: Choral Rehearsals for our Christmas cantata, A Time for Joy, will begin on Wednesday, September 27 at 7:15pm. Both Services Sunday, August 27 Praise in Motion Handbells Wednesdays, Beginning August 30 5:00-6:15pm in the bell room

3 HOMEWARD BOUND A Musical Presented by the Chancel Choir & Drama Team Sunday, September 17 Hotdog Fellowship Dinner 5pm LFLC Worship Service 6pm Sanctuary Sign up for the dinner in the Welcome Center or church office by Sept 13. The crack of the bat, the smell of hotdogs and peanuts, and the thrill of a home run! Come and see what happens when a church group goes to a baseball game. Make plans now to attend this Sunday evening fellowship and worship event. Bring a friend who needs to hear the Good News of the Gospel.

4 The Good News Club Needs You! If you are interested in volunteering for this after school program sponsored by Ocean Drive Elementary School, please contact Diane Harris at SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2:30-4:30PM ODPC WILL ONCE AGAIN OFFER SURVIVING THE HOLIDAYS FOR PERSONS WHO ARE GRIEVING THE LOSS OF A LOVED ONE OR FRIEND. This one-day, two-hour seminar will be offered on a Sunday afternoon after the current GriefShare series ends. The seminar will feature practical suggestions and reassurance through video interviews with counselors, grief experts, and other people who have experienced the holidays after their loved one s death. Watch for more detailed information in October or contact GriefShare director Gene Telego by phone at or by at gtelego@gmail.com. We Pray With You We Mourn With You- ODPC Member Lost Glyde Edins Monk Hawkins, Jr. 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

5 CHILDREN AND YOUTH MINISTRIES begins Wednesday, September 6 All children ages 4 years old through 5th grade are welcome. We meet in the CE Building, from 6:00-7:15pm. Children s Ministry Needs Your Help! We need volunteers for our nic@nite program. If you can volunteer weekly, monthly, or quarterly to help with our kids ages 4 years to 5th grade, please sign up at the children s welcome desk on Sunday or call Michelle Estep at ext. 115! Thank you so much for your help in being the hands and feet of Jesus. *Save The Date: Friday, October 27, 6-7:15pm All children and their families are invited! We need as many volunteers as possible to bless the children of our church and local community. The church families will decorate themselves and the trunks of their cars to give out candy and treats. Come ready to Trick or Treat in our back parking lot and enjoy a free hot dog dinner. If you want to participate, please contact Michelle Estep at the church office to get your car registered. Pizza will be available for all in the LFLC from 5:30-6:00pm for a $1.00 a slice on Wednesday nights! Volunteers are needed to help! Please contact Kelly Gabriele, Michelle Estep, or Abbi Meckley at Youth Grades 6-12 Beginning Wednesday, September 6 6:00-7:15 pm in The Shak Director: Abbi Meckley Wednesday, September 27, 2017

6 THIS FALL AT ODPC! Christianity Explored is a 7week video driven study exploring the person and work of Jesus Christ in the book of Mark beginning Wednesday, September 13, 6:00-7:15pm, for adults. Pizza is available in the LFLC for $1.00 a slice from 5:30-6:00pm. Please sign up if you plan to join us for dinner. Thursday Morning Bible Study Beth Moore - A Woman s Heart (revised edition) This study provides a deeper understanding of the Tabernacle (the sanctuary of our God), and God s persistent desire to relate to His children, giving insight into God s eternal plan and grand fulfillment in Jesus Christ. September 21 - November 2 & January 11 - February 1, 2018 This is an 11 week study in 2 parts. Room F219, 10:00am - 12:00pm Workbooks are $16.00 Questions, or to Register: Call Bev Saleeby at , Barbara Maples at , or the church office at NMB Children s Theater at ODPC Proudly Presents - Annie Jr. AUDITIONS: Saturday, September 23 beginning at 10am For more info, please go to our webpage at oceandrivechurch.org, us at NMBCT@odpc.org, or visit our Facebook page. All Children 6 through 16 years of age welcome!

7 2017 Memorial Contributions For Church Beautification In Lieu Of Flowers In lieu of purchasing flowers, you can give to the Remembrance Fund in memory or in honor of a loved one. This contribution (in any amount) will be used for beautification of our church. Your contribution will be acknowledged in the bulletin on the date you wish to have the memorial recognized. Make your check payable to ODPC with Beautification in the memo line or put your funds in the provided envelope. If you have questions, please call the church office at Please join us for our next Special Events Meeting, September 12 at 6:00pm in A134. We are planning our Fall Frolic on October 13, 6:00-10:00pm in the LFLC. Our theme this year will be football frenzy! Community Bible Study s North Myrtle Beach Co-Ed Day Class is now taking registrations for the study of the book of Genesis. In this Old Testament book, we will look back at the lives of some of the great patriarchs, like Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph, and we ll see God s hand working in every life as He still does in our lives as well, and always for our benefit and His glory. This nondenominational study for men, women, couples, and children from nursery through Homeschool age meets on Wednesday mornings from 9:15 to 11:15am beginning September 6. For more information or to register, please call Coordinator Jeri Friz at or her at CbsregJeri@gmail.com or visit our website at The Stiching Ministry Tuesdays at 10:00am in Room F224 With God as their guide, they create items that are both useful and comforting to people locally and worldwide. We could use your talent! Questions, call Denise Pierce at Friday, October 20, 5:00pm, LFLC Faith, Hope, and Love Save The Date!!!

8 ODPC Connections The Travel Group will meet Monday, September 11 at 10am in room A134. Trips planned: The Reading Group will have their next discussion Tuesday, September 5 at 10am in the church library. They meet the first Tuesday of every month and are currently reading the first 221 pages of War Room. Call Linda Morrison if you are interested in joining, Thursday, Oct 12-Georgetown, SC A day trip with a variety of activities scheduled for your enjoyment. Meet at Swamp Fox Tours, 814 Front St., at 10:00am. Contact - Gay Daniels, & Alabama Theater Christmas Show Everyone is Welcome! The Singles Group will have a planning meeting on Thursday, September 21 at 5:00pm in room A145. All single adults welcome! Starts Back Monday, October 2! Midtown Bistro 5pm Sign up by September 28

9 HURRICANE SEASON IS HERE AGAIN IT S TIME TO PREPARE NOW! June 1st is the beginning of hurricane season along the Atlantic Coast. Ocean Drive Presbyterian Church has a Disaster Management Team and a Disaster Preparedness and Response Plan in place. Deacon Charlie Townsend serves as the Disaster Management Coordinator for South Carolina (DMC-SC), Louise Sensenig, the Disaster Management Coordinator for North Carolina (DMC-NC). The following contact information is provided as a resource in the event of a disaster: Charlie Townsend (DMC SC) ctownsend50@twc.com Cell: (336) Louise Sensenig (DMC NC) sensenig530@atmc.net Cell: (910) If an order is given to evacuate coastal areas of Horry County, South Carolina and/or Brunswick County, North Carolina, our Disaster Plan will be implemented. Our church buildings and property will be secured and calls to members, who have previously filled out emergency contact forms, will be made. Forms are available in the Welcome Center. The goal of these calls will be to verify that you have a plan, transportation, adequate supplies, and a secure place to go. It is easy to procrastinate on preparing for the next disaster, but if you wait until a disaster is eminent, then it may be too late to get prepared. The amount of time you have will depend on the hazard. In the case of a hurricane you might have a day or two to get ready. But it is likely that many others will also be late preparing and the supplies you need may no longer be readily available. Many disasters allow no time for gathering even the basic necessities, which is why planning and early preparation is essential. The following list is provided to help you build your personal disaster kit. This list may need to be supplemented with additional items that you deem necessary for your personal circumstances. List of medicines and written medical history of needs Picture ID Copy of local utility bills if you don t have an in-state driver s license Credit cards and cash sufficient to meet your needs for 3 days minimum Insurance papers Family contact list Bottled water sufficient for minimum of three days One gallon per person per day Non-perishable food sufficient for minimum of three days Can opener Blankets and pillows Wrench and /or pliers to turn off utilities Clothes Cell phone and charger Battery powered weather radio with tone alert and extra batteries Flashlight and extra batteries or candles First aid kit Garbage bags with ties for personal sanitation Whistle to signal for help if needed Dust mask or cotton tee shirt to serve as air filter Any unique family need items such as baby formula, diapers, pet supplies It is also recommended that you notify family/friends regarding your destination plans if an evacuation is ordered. A comprehensive resource for disaster preparedness may be reviewed on the internet at

10 Church Office Closing: Monday, September 4-Labor Day AUG - OCT 8/26 Golf Tournament 8/26 ACCESS Carnival 8/27 Back to School Blessing 9/3 Communion 9/4 Labor Day/Office Closed 9/6 nic@nite/access Begin 9/6 CBS Begins 9/7 Prime Time 9/12 Good News Club Begins 9/12 Women of Hope Begin 9/13 Christianity Explored 9/14 Alz Caregivers Support 9/16 Memorial Service for Monk Hawkins 9/17 Homeward Bound 9/18 Session 9/23 Annie Jr. Auditions 9/26 BOD Meeting 10/1 Communion 10/2 Forks & Fellowship 10/8 New Members Event 10/13 Fall Frolic 10/15 Prayer Shawl Blessing 10/16 Session 10/19 Alz Caregivers Support 10/20 SISters 10/21 BOD Meeting 10/27 Trunk or Treat Don t forget to fill out the appropriate Purple Sheet for your event so that we as a staff can help you by being prepared ahead of time. Event forms are available in the Church Office. New Members Event Sunday, October 8, 2017 Between Services-LFLC New members since May 2017, please RSVP to mstanaland@odpc.org with service time you will be attending that day. Welcome to ODPC! Have you had a birth in your family that you would like announced to the congregation by way of the quarterly Messenger? Please let us know! nsmith@odpc.org Volunteers are always needed here at ODPC and greatly appreciated! Come on in and see how you can help us help others.

11 Let s get down to the brass tacks... the dollars, some chatter & your health & welfare July 2017 YTD Actual EXPENSES ARE: 1. Mortgage 25, Fellowship/Connecting (10) 3. Diaconate 4, Administration 52, Discipleship 7, Evangelism & Outreach 34, Finance 9, Property 56, Insurance 20, Staff 461, Worship 13, Total Expenses 684, Total Income 828, Over/(Short) 143,333 Westminster Preschool Open House - Thursday, August 31, 6pm Classes Begin- Tuesday, September 5 Staff Work Day, No School for Students- Monday, October 9 Fall Fling for our preschool families will be Thursday, October 26. We will have bounce houses, food, and games in the family life center. Parent/Teacher Conferences, only Little Lambs have school - Thursday, November 9 P r i m e T i m e Ministry You are invited to join us September 14 at noon, for a Dutch Treat lunch on the Boardwalk at Landshark Bar & Grill, 1110 N. Ocean Blvd., MB. Parking is a pay station next to restaurant.. After lunch we will take a ride on the BIG Sky Wheel! Please call Kathy Bazzarre, RN,FCN,PCA, , to register for your complimentary Sky Wheel ticket b y M o n d a y, September 11, October 12, 2017, noon, come learn how to play the game, Bocce at Paul Grady s house in Tidewater Plantation. There are 3 courts, 2 teams of 2 on each court. Bring your picnic lunch and your lawn chair, we will provide the drinks and door prizes! Please call Kathy Bazzarre, R.N., FCN, PCN, to register and get directions Annual Budget: $1,322, YTD Budget: $773, Actual Revenues: $828, YTD/Actual: $54, Mortgage Balance as of July 31, 2017 $512,453 Sunday, November 19 we welcome all of our preschool families to join us for worship at 9:30am for the children s performance. Thanksgiving Celebration - Wednesday, November 20 and Thursday, November 21- Parents and children will celebrate together in their individual classrooms. Thanksgiving Break- Wednesday, November 22 - Thursday, November 23 Alzheimer s Caregiver Support Group: our meetings are held from 2:00-3:30pm the 3rd Thursday of each month in room 224. Join us on September 21, no registration required. Just come and gain helpful information, grant money for help in the home, and support from other caregivers. Refreshments are served. For additional details and questions, please call Facilitator, Kathy Bazzarre, R.N., FCN, PCA,

12 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 The Reverend Daryle P Bush - Senior Pastor dbush@odpc.org Nikki S - Executive Assistant to Pastor nsmith@odpc.org K a t h y B - P a r i s h N u r s e kbazzarre@odpc.org Kelly G - Director of Contemporary Worship kgabriele@odpc.org Karen A - Director of Traditional Worship kalexander@odpc.org Ethan H - Media Engineer EHarris@odpc.org Michelle E - Children s Ministry Director mestep@odpc.org A b b i M - Y o u t h D i r e c t o r ameckley@odpc.org Cindy T - Financial Administrator cthompson@odpc.org M a r y G a i l S - M e m b e r s h i p mstanaland@odpc.org Patsy O - Reception oceandrive@odpc.org DJ Lindfors - sexton djlindfors@odpc.org OCEAN DRIVE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH IS AN ECO CHURCH, A COVENANT ORDER OF EVANGELICAL PRESBYTERIANS. Our Mission: To Glorify God and make Him known! 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 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