THE STEEPLE TEEPLE! The bimonthly newsletter of PRESBYTERIAN NEWELL CHURCH MAR / APR SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:45 WORSHIP 11:00 March 2, The Lord s Supper MATT 26:26-30 March 9, Garden of Gethsemane MATT 26:36-46 March 16, Condemned MATT 26:57-75 March 23, Jesus and Barabbas MATT 27:15-26 March 30, Rev. Amy Busiek, preaching WHAT A DIFFERENCE A DAY MAKES Think about some of the most significant days in your life: Perhaps, the day graduated from school, got married, started a new job, or first heard the sound of your child s new born cry. Other days, may be less joyful, but equally significant, like: getting diagnosed with cancer, going through a traffic accident, or the day a divorce if finalized. There are many days in our own lives, which we can look back upon, and realize how that one day changed everything. Jesus lived about 30 years on this earth. That is roughly 10,950 days. The Bible tells lots of stories about some of those days. But, there is one day in particular that was so important that the gospels spent 1/3 of their writings talking about. And, that day is from the evening of Maundy Thursday when Jesus shared the Last Supper with his disciples to the midnight trial and tortures to the midday crucifixion and death. All of those events encompassed a single 24 hour period. For the next six weeks, we will unpack some of those events in Jesus life on that particular day. We will take our time reflecting on the significance of these events, rather, than rushing through it all during Holy Week. So, I invite you to journey with me in our Lenten Sermon Series What a Difference a Day Makes. PS - On April 27, we will start a new series on the Apostles Creed. SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:45 WORSHIP 11:00 April 6, Humiliated MATT 27:27-44 PALM SUNDAY April 13, Crucified MATT 27:45-56 EASTER SUNDAY April 20, 2013 Raised MATT 28:1-10 April 27, 2013 God, the Father Almighty, Creator GENESIS 1:1-2:3 At Reedy Creek Park
L LO OV VE E IIS S T TH HE E P PU UR RP PO OS SE E LENT AND HOLY WEEK SERVICES The Ash Wednesday Service will be held at Harrisburg Presbyterian Church on March 5 at 6:30 pm. The church is located at 4815 Hwy 49. Our Maundy Thursday Service will be held at Robinson Presbyterian Church on April 17 at 8:00 pm. The church is located at 9424 Harrisburg Rd. Charlotte, NC 28215 Our Good Friday Service will be held at Newell Presbyterian Church on April 18 at 8:00 pm. The service will be composed of an outdoor and indoor drama in which the scriptures will be read and acted out. Easter Sunday April 20, We will celebrate two Easter services at Newell Presbyterian Church. There will be a sunrise service at 6:45 a.m. and the main worship service at 11:00 a.m. On the morning of Easter Sunday, April 20, at 10:00 a.m., we will be having our annual Easter Egg Hunt. All children through elementary age are welcome to attend. Come and enjoy crafts, snacks, story, and the egg hunt. This is always a fun event for the whole community, so you don t want to miss it!
LOVE IS THE PURPOSE WELCOME THE NEWLY BAPTIZED! On January 19, we welcomed Shirley Guy as an active member of our congregation and her granddaughter s Mia, Tamera and Jordan received the sacrament of Baptism. WELCOME OUR NEW ELDERS On Sunday, February 24, we welcomed a new class of elders to our Session. From left to right: Debbie Tyson, Leah Woehr, Louyse Lee, and Phil Munn Easter Lily Order Form Please return to the church office by Sunday, April 6. In memory of In honor of Given by Please reserve Easter Lilies. Enclosed is my cash or check for $ @ $10.00 per lily.
LOVE IS THE PURPOSE INVITE YOUR FRIENDS TO WORSHIP WITH US AT REEDY CREEK PARK ON APRIL 27 Have you ever thought that a day was so beautiful that maybe we should worship outside in God s good creation? Well, plan on joining us at Reedy Creek Park on April 27. We have reserved shelter #2 to host our worship service outside at 11:00 am. This service will be followed by hot dogs on the grill and a fun, family friendly softball game. There is also a great big playground nearby for children. Everybody is welcome, and we would love for you to invite your friends. Dress is very casual. This year, the boy scouts will be providing hot dogs with all the fixings for us as part of their summer camp fundraiser. Please bring your own lawn chair (if you prefer not to sit on the picnic table benches). (Reedy Creek Park is located at 2900 Rocky River Road. Please note that there will be no service on the campus of Newell Presbyterian Church that Sunday.) We hope to see you at Reedy Creek, shelter #2. PEOPLE OF NEWELL REUNION APRIL 26 If you ever lived in Newell or attended the Newell School, come join us for fun, food, and fellowship. Bring your own lawn chairs and all your family and get reacquainted with your old friends and new neighbors. The event is free to all. And, there will also be Corn Hole games, face painting and a few surprises. Everybody is welcome to attend. You can also purchase: BBQ Sandwiches, plates, and fixing's, Corn Dogs, Cheeseburger, Funnel Cakes, Custard, Candy Apples, Cotton Candy, Popcorn, Fried Oreos, Fried Twinkies, Sno Cones, and Lemonade. This event will take place on the grounds of Newell Baptist Church on Saturday April 26 from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. It is organized by a group called The People of Newell which is a gathering of folks who grew up in Newell and appreciate its heritage. For more information please call Brenda Brewer at 704-455-6379
GENERAL NEWS AND NOTES March Birthdays!!! RECENT JOYS AND CONCERNS April Birthdays!!! Free Community Meal at Newell Elementary School Mar 20 You are invited to a free community meal at Newell Elementary School on Thursday, March 20 at 6:30 pm. The purpose of this meal is to provide an environment where students, parents, teachers, staff, and all neighbors and friends in the Newell area can get to know one another and support one another as members of the same community. If you would like to help cook the taco dinner and/or serve and clean-up, please contact Sylvia Calhoun at spcalhoun@bellsouth.net Help with ESL classes at Newell Presbyterian Our evening ESL class and children s tutoring/ homework assistance program is on Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:00 pm. If you want to sit in on the ESL classes and help some of the adults with their English; or if you want to help children with their homework; or if you want to show hospitality by greeting people or bringing refreshments, then please contact Betty Ritchie of the missions team or Pastor Brad. Samaritan House Annual Luncheon On March 6,, from 11:30 to 1:30 pm at Covenant Presbyterian Church, Samaritan House will be holding their annual luncheon. The Guest Speaker is Dr. Roger Ray, Executive VP and Chief Medical Officer for Carolinas Healthcare System. Samaritan House appreciates all of the support that Newell has given to this important mission. The tickets are $40 per person. If you would like to attend please see Freda or Gene Schlaman.
CALENDAR A Continuously Updated Calendar Can Be Found on www.newellpresby.org
VOLUNTEERS Date Ushers Acolyte 10 10 cents a meal Lay Lay Reader Sound System Nursery Communion Setup Children's Chapel Teller Lock-up Church March 2, Leah Tamera Louyse (Intinction) Phil Munn Kevin Phillips Stephanie & Jennifer Ritch & Bonnie Needham The Woehers CV and Anne Lowdermilk Vince Love First Sunday of Lent March 9, Ben x x Louyse Lee Zach Miller Renda Olga Morici, Trammell & Toni Cooke & Helen Moore Sarah Roper Phyllis Cochran Phil Munn March 16, Claire x x Perry Read Chas Husain Ed & Renda Tramell & Sarah Roper Jennifer and Stephanie Ritch Dave and Michelle Woehr Bob Summey March 23, Faith x x Vicky Ritch James Northup Kevin & Monica Phillips & Nancy Kesler Nancy Kesler & Betty Ritchie Dave and Michelle Woehr Doc Love March 30, Tamera x x Betty Ritchie Ed Trammell Sue, Savannah & Susan Moody Kevin & Monica Phillips Perry Read Dave Woehr April 6, Mike and Miller Phoebe Mia Leah (passing) Ben Busiek Kevin Phillips Freda Schlaman, Miller & Robin Burrows Wendy Austin & Tina Hanson Quentin and Tina Hanson Vince Love Palm Sunday April 13, Mike and Miller Mia x x Bonnie McIntyre Zach Miller Megan Love, Olga Morici Bryte Little & Chas Husain & Woehr Debbie Tyson Phil Munn Easter Sunday April 20, Mike and Miller Ben x x Phil Munn Ed Trammell EASTER (paid workers) no children's chapel Vince Love Bob Summey Worship in the Park? April 27, Mike and Miller Claire x x Freda Schlman Chas Husain The Woehrs & Neptune Behjou no children's chapel Susan Moody and Freida Morrison Doc Love SANCTUARY FLOWERS March 2 Alma Pinkerton April 6 Woehr Family March 9 Alma Pinkerton April 13 Palm Sunday March 16 Alma Pinkerton April 20 Easter Lilies March 23 Phillips Family April 27 Reedy Creek Park March 30 Alma Pinkerton
LOVE IS THE PURPOSE Ministry Team Leaders The Session approved the following people to serve as leaders on the various ministry teams. Christian Education: Debbie Tyson (coordinator) with Sue Moody and Leah Woehr Congregational Care: Joyce Morrison (coordinator) with Louyse Lee Connections: Phyllis Cochran (coordinator) with Louyse Lee and Bonnie McIntyre Missions: Freda Schlaman (coordinator) Property: Phil Munn (coordinator) with Vince Love Worship: Trent Thompson (coordinator) with Bonnie McIntyre Young Adults: Chas Husain (coordinator) with Megan Love Clerk of Session: Marlene Thompson Assistant Clerk: Debbie Tyson Chair of Personnel: Dave Woehr Chair of Elder Nominating: Dave Woehr Treasurer of Disbursement: Lori Haase with Louyse Lee Treasurer of Receivables: Phyllis Cochran with Gene Schlaman Of course, in all of these areas, we need lots more people like you to get involved. Please contact these folks to indicate your willingness to help and be a member of their team. The more people involved the better! MINISTERS Each member of the congregation CHURCH STAFF Pastor: Rev. Brad Busiek Youth Director: Rev. Amy Busiek Choir Director / Accompanist: Beau Stroupe THE MEMBERS OF SESSION Moderator: Rev. Brad Busiek Clerk of Session: Marlene Thompson Assistant Clerk of Session: Debbie Tyson Class of Class of 2015 Bonnie McIntyre Louyse Lee Freda Schlaman Phil Munn Trent Thompson Debbie Tyson Leah Woehr Elder emeritus: Doc Love, Perry Read The MISSION of Newell Presbyterian Church is to follow Jesus Christ by sharing God s love for all people. Newell Presbyterian Church P.O. Box 68 Newell, NC 28126 NEWELL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 1500 Rocky River Road West Charlotte, NC 28213 704.596.2329 Fax 704.598.1591 Website: www.newellpresby.org E-Mail: npchurch@bellsouth.net