Volume 7, Issue 4 April 2014 Dear Friends, Just yesterday I went downstairs and was observing as children were entering the building with their parents. It was Wednesday a ernoon and me for our clubs program to begin. On their way in, children were stopping by a table where they were reci ng their memory verse for the week to a willing volunteer. Later they spent me in recrea on and in Bible study and prac cing their lines for the upcoming musical and singing together and sharing a meal. What a full a ernoon and evening of ac vi es and they were loving it!!! And what s more, so were the adults who were teaching them and listening to them and leading them and cooking for them. That is just one of the many programs that go on here at Triangle with the clear purpose of nurturing our children into a faith rela onship with Jesus Christ, and overseeing those programs for 20 years now has been Nancy Holton, our Director of Children s Ministries. Through those 20 years, I have been privileged to work with her, and I have seen that for Nancy this is not simply a job it is a calling! She does what she does because she loves children and she loves their parents. There is nothing she desires more fervently than to see children grow into the people that God created them to be, therefore every plan and program that she oversees has a definite purpose behind it. Children are learning God s Word because she knows the importance of hiding God s Word in our hearts. Children are being taught how to pray because they need to know that God loves them and is always ready to listen to the joys and the concerns of their hearts. Children and parents are given opportuni es to grow closer in their rela onship with one another as dads and daughters dance, or as moms and sons par cipate in a wacky Olympics. And not only does her ministry reach the children of this church but it reaches countless others who belong to other churches, or no church at all, but come here for the quality of the children s programming. With a church the size of Triangle and with as many people as have come and gone through the years it would be difficult to es mate how many children and parents have been touched by Nancy s ministry through VBS or Sunday Clubs or Wednesday Clubs or DivorceCare for Kids or through a word of encouragement or a prayer offered. I know that my own children would be counted in that number and they con nue to look to her as a mentor in the faith and as a loving friend. I am sure the same is true for many of you as the lives of your children or as your own life has been molded and shaped and prayed for by Nancy. Con nued on Page 2... in this ISSUE Adult Educa on Page 2 Outreach Page 4 Fellowship Page 5 Small Groups Page 6 Children s Ministry Page 8 Youth Ministry Page 10 Finance and Budget Page 10 Celebra ons Page 11 Calendar Page 12
And of course I wonder how many of you have felt the gentle nudge of the Holy Spirit urging you to enter into service in Children s Ministry by the simple phrase, Would you prayerfully consider I know that you join me in giving God thanks for the blessing we have enjoyed of 20 years of Nancy s ministry in our midst with the hope of many more to come. Together with you in Christ s service, learn His WORD JOIN AN ADULT EDUCATION CLASS TODAY! On Wednesdays at 6:00 PM & Sundays at 10:00 AM there are a variety of classes open to anyone who is interested. You can read the following descrip ons to see what peaks your interest. You are welcome to join at any me and see for yourself what discipleship looks like at Triangle Presbyterian Church. New Reading Plan Soon! Keep an eye out for a new reading plan to get you into your Bibles and be er understanding it. We ve come together already to read the en re Bible in one year then went from reading everything quickly to reading one book, 1 Corinthians, slowly. Next we ll read through a broad selec on of readings with the hope of giving you a great overview and introduc on to the Bible, helping you to see some of the big picture of what God has been doing for his people. Book Club Start reading Half the Sky: Turning Oppression into Opportunity for Women Worldwide by Pulitzer Prize-winning authors Nicholas D. Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn, a passionate call to arms against our era s most pervasive human rights viola on: the oppression of women and girls in much of our world. Then join TPC BOOK CLUB, 7:00 pm, May 13, for a discussion of the topic led by Carol Baldwin-- just back from China again--who can tes fy how women there fare in this issue. For more on the TPC 2014 book discussion list see the Media Center bulle n board or contact pisco@nc.rr.com. 2
Upcoming Class on Songs of Easter Facilitator: Casey Clark Loca on: Fellowship Hall A The class on the book of Luke will be taking a short hiatus during which we ll shi gears and study songs of Easter. We ll turn our a en on to familiar songs that focus on that last week of Jesus life and try to renew our apprecia on for Christ s sacrifice by studying these lyrics along with the Scripture that inspired them. Fellowship Class: C.S. Lewis Facilitator: Jeannie Phelps, Loca on: Fellowship Hall B HomeBuilders: Facilitators: Leslie McAdams Loca on: Room 100 The Chris an life ought to be full of prayer, but too o en we don t really know how to go about it. During this class join with others to discuss what prayer is and start to understand it be er. Homebuilders is a class that is open to all, interac ve and conversa onal, focused on fostering fellowship and discipleship in such areas as marriage and family rela onships, paren ng, financial stewardship, and other parts of our daily walk with God. SALT : Revela on Facilitator: Donna Frank Loca on: Room 101 The last book of the Bible has perplexed many with its graphic visions and dreams, but this class will seek to learn what John wants us to know about Christ, the Church, and our future- -and how these things ma er for us today. The Fellowship class is studying the life and work of CS Lewis, known for his influen al wri ngs like Mere Chris anity and The Chronicles of Narnia. This class will look at what Lewis s ll has to teach us today about topics like peace and the conversions of our Luke Study Facilitators: Derek Taylor, Becky Sundseth, Warren Saunders Loca on: Fellowship Hall A One of the greatest storytellers the church has ever known, Luke writes with a depth, richness, and nuance that many consider to be unparalleled in Chris an Scripture. At the center of it all, giving the wri ng its life, stands the person and mission of Jesus. The aim of this class is quite simple: to listen with careful a en on to what Luke has to teach us. Toward this end we will slowly and pa ently walk through his Gospel, taking special care to uncover its unique spiritual and theological insights. In doing this, our prayer is that we come to know the mind of Christ and, ul mately, that we come to be transformed by the renewing of our minds. No experience or knowledge is required to par cipate only a willingness to look carefully and prayerfully at the scriptural text. 3
love YOUR NEIGHBOR Be a NAVIGATOR! Are you LOOKING for a way to get INVOLVED, get to KNOW PEOPLE, and HELP them to belong here at TPC? Are you looking for a FLEXIBLE and FULFILLING way to serve? Please consider adding your name to a list of poten al navigators. A navigator is a current member of Triangle who is paired up with an inquirer and helps to introduce and integrate these folks into the life and ministry of TPC. You will be matched with a poten al new member based on common interests or a similar life stage. If you feel blessed by being a part of this church family, why not help someone else to sense that they belong here too? To volunteer or to receive more informa on, please talk to Rachel Clark. Help End Hunger Join the Crop Walk Sunday, April 6 at 2:30PM Duke University Chapel CROP Hunger Walks help children and families worldwide including here in the U.S. to have food for today, while building for a be er tomorrow. Each year nearly 2 million CROP Walkers, volunteers and sponsors put their caring into ac on, raising funds to help end hunger and poverty at home and around the world. Please join TPC on this journey, ending hunger one step at a me. Sign up to walk or donate either online at www.durhamcropwalk.org or stop by the table in the Welcome Center. Food Bank this month is Stews! Give to the Food Bank it s easy! In addi on to dona ng your items, you are also able to donate cash and checks! Look for the Campbell s Soup cans a er service the first Sunday of each month. 4
Help our Friends in Hai! Family Health Ministries Gala Family Health Ministries will hold An Evening for Hai celebra on and fundraiser on May 3 rd at the Jewish Community Center, beginning at 6:00pm. The evening will feature a live band, silent auc on, buffet dinner catered by Durham Catering, art sale, beverages and free parking along with opportuni es to learn more about improving and celebra ng health care for women and children in Hai. Contact FHM at 919-382-5500 or at h p://www.familyhm.org/ to purchase ckets. Tickets are $80. VBS in Hai Hai Vaca on Bible School Trip Possibility: Would you consider helping with Vaca on Bible School in Hai this summer? A VBS trip sponsored by Family Health Ministries and led by Nancy and Jesse Holton is being planned for July 19-27. You may learn more by checking out the FHM website at h p://www.familyhm.org/. Click on Mission Travel to learn specifics. Call or email Nancy in the office with ques ons about the specific i nerary, the places we go and the ministry of the people we work with in Hai. be er TOGETHER Ministry Team Dinner This month s dinner will be on Wednesday night, April 2. We will be having baked potato bar, salad bar and dessert (hot dogs for the kids). Sign up on the sign-up boards or on-line. The cost is $5 per adult, and $2 per child with a $15 family cap. Following dinner, ministry teams will meet and childcare will be provided. 5
PAT H WAY S G R O U P : A p r i l Ev e n t s! 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 4/6 (Sunday): Volleyball in the FLC at 1:30PM 4/11 (Friday): Game Night star ng at 7:00PM watch email for loca on 4/14 (Monday): Volleyball in the FLC at 6:30PM 4/21 (Monday): Volleyball in the FLC at 6:30PM 4/27 (Sunday): Sunday Brunch at Ma e B s following the late service. It s near the new Harris Teeter on Garret and Highway 54. If there are any ques ons or you would like to be added to the Pathways email, please contact Kelley Crabtree (kelleycrabtree@nc.rr.com) or call the church office at 919-544-2872. Eat Talk and Build Community. Young Adults! Join us for our next dinner, Friday, April 11th at 7:00PM. Durham, NC 27705 RSVP to Lauren, laurentaylor@trianglepc.org Meet up for food and fellowship a few mes a month with other young adults at TPC. Anyone and everyone is welcome, married, single, member, friend, roommate, significant other we d love to have you fellowship with us. Ques ons? Contact Lauren at laurentaylor@trianglepc.org. join in one of our SMALL GROUPS To the Ends of the Earth Church-wide study On behalf of the small group ministry team, we hope you have enjoyed/are currently enjoying the 2014 church-wide study. Thank you to all who have already provided us with feedback. We would greatly appreciate any addi onal feedback or comments you have about the study so we can plan for upcoming years. Thank you! Ladies Small Group: New Study! Our next Tuesday night bible study is April 1 at 6:00PM in room 100 downstairs. This lesson will be "Surprised by Hope" an NT Wright video series consis ng of 6 lessons. "What hope does the gospel hold for this present life, and in what ways does God intend for us to experience that hope personally and spread its healing power to the world around us?" If you d like to join in or you have ques ons, contact Mironda Mar n (mirondadawn@yahoo.com) or Carey Mitchel (careysmitchell@gmail.com). Hope to see you there! 6
Suggested Studies to Consider The Prayer of the Lord by R.C. Sproul (book) This short book goes through each of the parts of the Lord s Prayer, seeking to explain each of the lines of the prayer that Jesus taught his disciples. This is a great resource for groups to use as they seek to enrich their prayer lives. By understanding how Jesus taught the disciples to pray, we can learn to pray in a similar way, using our own words. The Spirit-Filled Follower of Jesus by The Navigators (Bible study book) How does the Holy Spirit guide you as a disciple of Christ? You'll find clear, biblical answers in this easyto-use study of God's Word, whether you're a new or long me Chris an. You'll learn how the Spirit is always available to help you understand and apply the Word of God, guiding you into all truth. And you'll understand why Bible study, prayer, fellowship, and witnessing are vital aspects of the life of The Spirit- Filled Chris an. A Modern Girl s Guide to Bible Study by Jen Hatmaker (book) Wri en specifically for today's busy women, this book offers user-friendly advice on how to get the most from personal Bible study me. Taking Responsibility for Your Life by Andy Stanley (Video series available on Right Now) RESPONSIBILITIES. We all have them. But we don't all take them as seriously as we ought to. Wouldn't it be great if we all took responsibility for the things we are responsible for? Wouldn't it be great if you took responsibility for everything you are responsible for? Whether you are the most responsible person you know or the reason for the 'IR' in IRRESPONSIBLE, you'll find some invaluable insights in this study. The Reason for God by Andy Stanley (Video series available on Right Now) In the New York Times bestselling book The Reason for God, Timothy Keller established himself as a modern-day C. S. Lewis who brings together faith and intellect, theology and popular culture, modern-day objec ons and historic Chris an beliefs. Now fans of the book will find resources to help them engage with those same objec ons, drawing on recent scholarship and debates. Do You Want to Go Deeper? Do you desire to study and understand Scripture more deeply? Do you want to grow in your faith and your knowledge of God? Do you sense the need to walk alongside others as you seek to be a disciple of Christ? The Small Group Ministry Team would like to help everyone in our church family to be in a discipleship group. This may look like your typical small group of 8-12. It may be a one-on-one mentoring rela onship or it may be a group of 3 or 4. Jesus has called each of us to a life a discipleship, and we want to help you answer this call. Talk to Rachel Clark or Harry Albert about pursuing deep discipleship in your life. Looking to Start a New Small Group? A few new small groups are star ng up and we hope to provide more opportuni es for discipleship and growth. Would you like to lead one in your neighborhood, at a coffee shop or at the church? Would you like to meet with someone on the small group ministry team to discuss poten al studies and what small group leadership involves? Talk to Rachel Clark or Harry Albert about being a disciple of Jesus who disciples others! 7
bring the CHILDREN Easter Season Maundy Thursday Service 7 pm on Thursday, April 17 Join us for this meaningful Tenebrae service (service of darkness as we remember the crucifixion of our Lord Jesus). Childcare will be available for children 3 rd grade and younger. Please reserve your child s spot by contac ng Nancy in the office or at nancyholton@trianglepc.org. A prayer service for Kindergarteners through third graders will take place during the adult service me! Nancy will lead this prayer me. Palm Cross preparers needed! Palm Sunday cross construc on training will be available any me on Tuesday, April 8 th at your convenience and Wednesday, April 9 th from 3-5 pm (before Clubs); or at your convenience! We will make palm crosses for all youth and children s Sunday School and nursery classes. If we get enough helpers, we can make one for each person in worship on Palm Sunday, April 13! If you are interested in learning how to make crosses or are willing to help, please contact Nancy. You can also get quick instruc ons and take a pack of 25-50 palm strips home to prepare. Easter Flowers! Help us flower the cross on Easter Sunday! Join us for a me honored TPC tradi on. We bring flowers to tuck into the chicken wire covering a free standing cross in the Welcome Center. The cross becomes a visible symbol of how Jesus sacrifice on the ugly cross transformed it into the beau ful path to our salva on and eternal life with Him. Bring your camera/phone for a family photo! Don t miss the Clubs Musical! Join us for a unique Chris an dinner theatre experience on SUNDAY, April 27. The Youth Club, assisted by the Kids Club and Explorers, will present the Chris an children s musical, iam. A delicious spaghe dinner will be served at 5:00PM, prepared and served by our talented and capable Major League Youth, leaders and parents. The musical presenta on will follow dinner at approximately 6:00PM. We invite your generous dona ons, which will help send our MLY kids to the Great Escape summer camp in June. Look for sign-up forms on the bulle n boards in the upstairs and downstairs hallways to reserve your place at the table. Please invite your friends and neighbors to share the message of God s grace and love through song and Bible story. 8
Upcoming Events VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 2014 Sunday, June 22 Thursday, June 26, 6:30pm-8:30pm Vaca on Bible School at TPC is like an evening summer camp for kids and youth and a great Bible study for adults! Each evening Sunday, June 22 -Thursday, June 26 from 6:30-8:30PM, elementary kids and preschoolers will experience the Bible stories, applica ons, cra s, games and snacks of the Triangle Presbyterian Interna onal Spy Academy. Our Mission? To seek and find the One True God! Middle School students will have their own team program during the same me frame with me to hang out, get to know one another, play some games and study the Bible. There will also be an interes ng and inspiring adult class, with the topic to be announced. Don t miss this week at VBS prepara ons are underway. Join the VBS team today! Adults and senior high students interested in helping as class assistants (tour guides), cra team members, or room designers and/or decorators may sign the volunteer registra on list on the sign up board upstairs or in the Welcome Center. Need more informa on about volunteer opportuni es? Call or email Nancy at NancyHolton@TrianglePC.org. VBS Registra on: You may register on our website beginning April 1. Registra on fees for youth and children include a brightly colored T-shirt to add to your collec on. Nursery and preschool classes are available only for children of par cipa ng adults. Registra on fees are as follows: Nursery and preschool- $10; Elementary and middle school- $15. The family maximum for children and youth - $30. TPC Hoops Basketball Camp: Evenings, Sunday, August 3 through Thursday, August 7 TPC Hoops Basketball Camp: Evenings, Sunday, August 3 rd through Thursday, August 7 th. The camp is geared to children in first 1 st through 6 th grades. This week long basketball and spiritual skill building adventure, will take place during the evenings of August 3-7. To volunteer to help with planning, prepara ons, publicity, coaching or mentoring, contact Ma McLaughlin at the following email address: ma.mclaughlin83@gmail.com. Other members of the leadership - planning team include Kevin Paramore and Teresa Meriwether! 9
youth MINISTRY April 5 2:00pm MLY Movie Day 6 2:30pm CROP Walk No MLY Varsity Movie Night 9 6:30-7:30pm Varsity Bible Study 13 2:30-4:00 MLY Baking Day 4-5:30pm MLY 6:30-8:00pm Varsity 16 6:30-7:30pm Varsity Bible Study 20 Easter! No Youth 11:15am Confirma on Joins! 23 6:30-7:30pm Varsity Bible Study 25-27 Jr/Sr Retreat 27 3:00pm MLY Prep Spaghe Dinner 5:00pm Spaghe Dinner No Varsity Middle Schoolers hang out every Sunday night from 4:00-5:30PM at TPC. We always have a blast come join us! Email Lauren with ques ons: laurentaylor@trianglepc.org High Schoolers meet up every Sunday night from 6:30-8:00PM at TPC. We d love for you to come and join in! If you re looking to learn some more stop by our high school Bible study on Wednesday nights from 6:30-7:30 at the church. Contact Pastor Jeff with ques ons! JeffSpainhour@TrianglePC.org SCRIPS cards are great gi s for Mother's Day, Father's Day and Gradua on! Do you need a gi idea for Mom, Dad or a recent graduate? Purchase a gi card for many na onal restaurants and retailers through Scrips and a por on of your purchase will go to support the TPC youth group. A representa ve will be in the Welcome Center taking orders between services every Sunday. Orders placed by the 1st Sunday of each month will be ready to pick up on the 2nd Sunday of the month. Scrips cards spend like cash so it doesn't cost you anything. We also have individual cards to places like Panera, Starbucks, Dunkin' Donuts, Domino's and more for purchase in the Welcome Center every Sunday. Stop by the Scrips table and support the TPC youth. finance and BUDGET Financial Report February Pledges Budget Contribu ons Expenses Net Gain/Loss $91,005 $98,428 $73,506 $80,119 -$6,613 Year to Date Pledges Budget Contribu ons Expenses Net Gain/Loss $182,010 $196,856 $145,470 $173,848 -$28,378 10
Happy Birthday! 1 Jane Cocke Marcelle Gibble Marilyn Hargrave Carolyn Jerkovich Jennifer Krantz 2 Jennifer Kirschner Hal Kosik Rex Mercer 3 Mark Dixon Alexander Idriss Liesel Rehder Jim Salerno 4 Tedy Alem 6 Noah Upchurch 7 Jennifer Wright 9 Mike Schultz 10 Greg Ives Gail McMillan 12 Eric Jones Alex Wilder 13 Amy Leatherwood 15 Horace Grant Lesley McAdams Elena Turner 16 Freddy Byrth Eleanor Winfrey 17 Elise Hetland 19 Julie Williams Swigge 21 Warren Saunders 22 Rob Martz 23 Jenny Eigenrauch Katherine Ksor Sco Langdon Jackie MacDougall Caleb Woodall 24 Kim Norwood 25 Ella Woodall 26 Aaron Williamson 28 Adam Cocke Andrew Santos David Sco Morgan Shadoan Bert Woodall 30 Perry Hinkle Dena Kornegay 5 Gage Hall Marilyn Idriss Sco Sundseth Do e Taylor Happy Anniversary! 3 Retha & Stan Newbold Marilynn & Roy Whitmore 12 Jennifer & Walt Bri le 13 Leslie & Ray Huml 15 John & Sherene Min 17 Julie & Mark Dixon 18 Grant & Hannah Harvey Karis & Michael Jackson 19 Ben & Susan Barker Keith & Kim Norwood 22 Jane & Tommy Cocke Nancy-Anne & Chuck Po s 24 Frank & Sheila Taylor 28 Ashley & Ryan Steward 11
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