Harbor Light Pcph.org Presbyterian Church of Palm Harbor October 2017 Pumpkins, Puerto Rico and Promises Ah, my inauguration into the PCPH Pumpkin Patch is about to begin! I ve heard and learned a lot about it so far. Now the actual experience is about to begin. On Saturday, September 30, there will be diligent workers prepping and clearing the area for the delivery. This coming Saturday, October 7, starting at 8am we get together to unload, sort and set up. Of course, this month long event in the congregation s life wouldn t be complete without you. There are sign-up sheets in the entry way outside the Fellowship Hall as well as in the narthex leading into the sanctuary. Pumpkins will be sold for 23 days! So many days have passed since Hurricanes Irma and Maria devastated Puerto Rico and left 3 ½ million people in dire situations. As you can imagine, there are specific needs: batteries, flashlights, canned food and milk, bottled water, baby products: diapers, wipes, etc. and bleach to name a few. Donations can be dropped off at a staging area in Tampa: Working Hands, 4916 S. Lois Ave. Of course, there are other ways to help as well. You can visit www.pda.pcusa.org where you can contribute to helping our neighbors in Puerto Rico, Texas, Florida, and/or Mexico. Finally, I ve been thinking about the promises of God lately. John Calvin, the 16 th century reformer was fond of saying that we receive all of God s promises in Jesus Christ. This means that because of the lavish ways God loves, calls and changes us, we are free to serve other people first. That will happen in conversations that undoubtedly take place as pumpkins come and go; in prayers and gifts for the people destroyed by hurricanes, earthquakes, floods, or ethnic cleansing; in worshiping the Lord of heaven and earth and so on. As the apostle Paul says in Romans 11: For from God and through God and to God are all things. To God be the glory forever. Amen. Shalom - Pastor Bruce A Safe Harbor where the Light of Christ Jesus directs all who are adrift to anchor themselves in Him. Creating Connections Through Christ Creating Connections Through Christ
October 2017 Creating Connections Through Christ Page 2 Quilting for Comfort Quilting continues this Fall at 10:00am on Tuesdays in the create and share room (104). We welcome everyone to come join us as we begin to plan for the 2018 graduating class. Experience or no experience, come join the fun. PCPH Women s Missions As a reminder of the PCPH Women's Missions, the Coordinating Team is once again asking your support for greatly needed non-food items for F.E.A.S.T. Many of the requested items are those that cannot be purchased with food stamps. As previously suggested, you can purchase many of these items at Dollar General or Dollar Tree at a nominal cost. For the month of October we are asking for paper towels and toilet tissue. The Growing Tree s Fall Festival The Growing Tree s Fall Festival is coming Saturday, October 21 st from 4:00pm - 7:00pm. There will be face painting, tattoos, hair painting, crafts, games, gift bags, and a bounce house! Ticket prices will be $1 each- with all activity booths being 1-2 tickets. Pizza, slushies, sodas and water will be available for 1-2 tickets each. All are welcome! Please tell your family and friends to come enjoy a night of fun to support our school. See you at the patch.
October 2017 Creating Connections Through Christ Page 3 1 Jim Kratz 12 Alma Nykamp 2 Lem Holcombe 13 Phil Hargis 2 Ray Inman 15 Giovani Xaxni 2 Gail Schier 16 Marcia Johnson 3 Jerry Branchfield 16 KiKi Hardaker 5 Jack Walton 17 Lowell Behm 6 Lyle Gunning 17 Mason James 6 Jeff James 19 Don Scholl 7 Linda Rock 19 Kaleb Almendarez 8 Frank Eaton 20 Thomas Mapes 8 Charlotte Farrior 20 Yvette Doukas 8 Aubrey Wileman 22 Randy Harding 9 Dee Wiley 24 Lois Ash 9 Tamie Saglimbeni 25 Dylan Haslam 9 John Haslam 26 Gery Krewson 9 Brandi Mather 28 Tammy Coyle 11 Iris Thomas 31 Sandy Janaszek 1 Claudia & Jon Sjostedt 7 Jill & Patrick McCandless 10 Linda & Larry Burton 16 Angela & Bill Ashe 17 Jean & Bob Greenleaf 21 Haley & Gary Krewson 22 Ann & Sam Horste 29 Helen & Donald Crombie
October 2017 Creating Connections Through Christ Page 4 Unloading Saturday, Oct. 7th 8:00am
October 2017 Creating Connections Through Christ Page 5 WONDER WEDNESDAY Wonder Wednesday: After having to cancel our Wonder Wednesday dinner in September, we hope you will join us October 11 th at 6pm for a very special Wonder Wednesday as we welcome Jean, Pastor Bruce s wife. After dinner we will have fun by playing Name That Tune! We will be playing songs from the 1940s through today. Dinner will be Beef Stroganoff over buttered noodles, Belgian carrots, tossed salad and dessert. There is no cost for the dinner, but there will be a free will offering. We do ask you to sign up so we know how many people to cook for. There will be a sign up sheet in the Narthex or you may call the church office, 727-784-7274. So come on out for a night that should be a lot of fun! Giving is more than a responsibility it is a privilege; more than an act of obedience it is evidence of our faith. - William Arthur Ward, American educator Harbor Light Deadlines October 18 November 15 December 20 Bulletin Deadline Please submit your bulletin announcement by 1:00pm on Tuesday afternoon. If not received by then, your announcement may not appear in the Sunday bulletin. August Year to Date Income and Expenses Income: $155,613.48 Expenses: $181,763.59 Net Loss: $26,150.11
October 2017 Creating Connections Through Christ Page 6 Bible Study with Pastor Bruce Bible Study with Pastor Bruce continues on Tuesdays at 7:00pm in the Library. Engage Gospel Bible Study - ends on Nov. 7th Thursdays 7:00pm October 19 th November 16 th December 14 th
October 2017 Creating Connections Through Christ Page 7 Presbyterian Church of Palm Harbor Children s Ministry Pre-School - 5 th Grade Nursery Birth- Age 3 Frolic A curriculum created for babies and toddlers that was developed by early childhood experts, Frolic resources introduce little ones to faith concepts in age appropriate ways. Our hope at PCPH is to equip all families with children of any age with the right materials to start their faith journey at a young age. Little Ones Age 4-6 SparkHouse Lectionary Curriculum Each week, kids, and their leaders gather together to explore their Bibles, enjoy fun activities, pray, and grow in faith. The curriculum follows the church lectionary in a fun and exciting way to create a faith that is grounded in truth. Older Ones Age 7-11 Connect Connect takes children on a journey through the Old Testament and into the New Testament exploring the connections between several stories each week. The curriculum includes a video, lesson, and hands on projects for our children.
October 2017 Creating Connections Through Christ Page 8 Presbyterian Church of Palm Harbor Children s Ministry Birth - 5 th Grade Sunday School Teacher Schedule Oct. 1st - Huiran Oct. 8th - Leslie & Malissa Oct. 15th - Huiran & Lori Oct. 22nd - Brandy & Leslie Oct. 29th - Huiran & Malissa Children s Message Schedule Oct. 1st - Huiran Oct. 8th - Malissa Oct. 15th - Pastor Bruce Oct. 22nd - Lori Smith Oct. 29th - Noisy Bucket Operation Christmas Child Begins on October 22nd Operation Christmas Child Collection is scheduled for October 29th through November 12th. November 12th will be Box Packing Day
October 2017 Creating Connections Through Christ Page 9 YOUTH MINISTRY Presbyterian Church of Palm Harbor October Calendar Wednesday 4 th Youth Group 6:00pm - 8:00pm Family Compline Worship 7:30pm - 8:00pm Middle School Ministry 6 th - 8 th Grades Friday 6 th Middle and High School Lock-In (7:00pm - 8:00am) Saturday 7 th Pumpkin Unloading 8:00am - 11:00am Wednesday 11 th Youth Group and Wonder Wednesday Dinner 6:00pm - 8:00pm Wednesday 18 th Youth Group 6:00pm - 8:00pm Family Compline 7:30pm - 8:00pm High School Ministry 9 th - 12 th Grades Wednesday 25 th Youth Group 6:00pm - 8:00pm in Youth Room
October 2017 Creating Connections Through Christ Page 10 Cost: $40.00-Payment Due October 5 th Food (Dinner, Snacks, and Fun) Fun Activity (Go Karts, Mini Golf, Much More) Breakfast Saturday Morning Bring a Friend and it is half the price All students who are in grades 6 th - 12 th we welcome to you to join us for our fall Lock-In! This will take place on Friday, October 6 th, and we will have fellowship, food, fun, and worship. Bring a friend and it s half the cost. We will have a great time, and get ready for the pumpkin arrival the next morning! This will be a great way to usher in October and prepare for the unloading of the pumpkins as a youth group.