FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, GREENVILLE, NC FPC FOCUS I SSUE #617 E DITOR: JANICE GRAY WORSHIP SERVICES August 10, 2014 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. - Sanctuary Rev. Carol Pierson, guest preacher, The Word is Near You Special music by Morgan Lane Psalm 105:1-6 Romans 10:5-15 (Service broadcast live on WNCT 1070 AM and 105.9 FM radio starting at 11:00 a.m. (also in New Bern - 95.7 and Jacksonville - 101.1) and streamed live at www.1070wnct.com and www.fpcgreenville.org.) Food and Fellowship Mission Ministry is hosting a Food and Fellowship Pre-Tailgate gathering at the church at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 27. Come and fellowship with your church family and hear information about recent mission trips. Hamburgers and hot dogs will be served. College students and new members are extended a special invitation to come and be a part of our gathering. All are encouraged to wear your favorite team gear and join us for a fun evening. There is no charge for the meal. Blessing of the Bookbags Join us for our annual dedication of the schoolyear and our Blessing of the Bookbags at both worship services on Sunday, August 24. All students, teachers and school staff, please bring your bookbags, totebags, computer bags, etc. labeled with your name and place them at the front of the communion table before either worship service. Rally Day & Church Picnic Rally Day is September 7. Children and families, come to the Fellowship Hall for a continental breakfast at 9:45 a.m. and then at 10:15, meet your Sunday School teachers in your classroom. Plan to attend the church-wide picnic Sunday, September 7, 4:00-6:30 p.m., at Boyd Lee Park (5184 Corey Rd). We ll eat at 5:30 p.m. Hamburgers, hot dogs, sides and beverages will be provided. If you have an outdoor game, such as corn-hole, please bring it to share with others. Sign up in the Welcome Center so we know how much food to prepare. Church Renovations Renovations continue to the main floor Fellowship Hall (FH). The painting has been completed and we hope to have the blinds in the FH, classrooms, and offices replaced by the end of next week. Thank you for your cooperation. Presbyterian Women: CT Meeting will be August 25, 7:00 p.m., at the church. Our next issue of FOCUS will be printed Wednesday, August 20, 2014. Please submit all articles to janice@fpcgreenville.org by 9:00 a.m. Monday, August 18, 2014.
P AGE 2 UPCOMING EVENTS CALENDAR Sunday, August 10 8:30 am Worship (Sanctuary) 11:00 am Worship (Sanctuary) Monday, August 11 11:00 am Staff Meeting 2:00 pm Service for Don Broadbelt 6:30 pm Cub/Boy Scouts (BFH/Rooms) 7:00 pm Overeaters Anon (R205) Tuesday, August 12 Wednesday, August 13 9:00 am Prayers & Squares (R207) Cypress Glen Lunch 6:00 pm Prayer Shawl Ministry (Parlor) Prayers & Squares (R207) Thursday, August 14 7:00 pm Overeaters Anon (R205) 8:00 pm AA (BFH) Alanon (HHR) Friday, August 15 Saturday, August 16 11:00 am Overeaters Anon (R205) Sunday, August 17 8:30 am Worship (Sanctuary) 11:00 am Worship (Sanctuary) 7:00 pm Session Meeting Monday, August 18 11:00 am Staff Meeting 6:30 pm Cub/Boy Scouts (BFH/Rooms) 7:00 pm Overeaters Anon (R205) Greenville Women s League (FH) Tuesday, August 19 7:00 pm Bell Choir (R213) Wednesday, August 20 9:00 am Prayers & Squares (R207) 1:00 pm Address Angels (R202) 6:00 pm Prayer Shawl Ministry Prayers & Squares (R207) 7:00 pm Chancel Choir (R216) Thursday, August 21 7:00 pm Overeaters Anon (R205) 8:00 pm AA (BFH) Alanon (HHR) Friday, August 22 First Friday Club Saturday, August 23 8:30 am Youth Day of Fun at Lake 11:00 am Overeaters Anon (R205) 6:00 pm FPC Serves Shelter Meal Congratulations to Andrew and Samantha Asselmeier on the birth of a daughter, Phoebe Jean, who was born July 9, 2014, in Cary. Grandparents are Judy and Joe Asselmeier. Share the Journey; Grow in Faith
PAGE 3 OUR MEMBERSHIP CARES Cypress Glen: Sarah Allen, C106, Frank Chipman (Memory Care), Beth Clark, A105, Ben Lattin (Skilled Care), Ruth Shoemaker, Rm. East 202 Ayden Court: Mickie Ezelle, Rm. 103 Carolina House: Genet Lilley, Rm. 308 Golden Living: John Howell Spring Arbor: Thelma Flye, Rm. 112 Sterling House: Clara Carr, Rm. 501 Fountains at the Albemarle: Jean Soranno Vidant Health: Elizabeth Lyle At Home: Roz Ahrens, Tyler Burgwyn, Katie Fisher, Joyce Lewis, Michael Nelms, Benjamin Prosser, Nell Webb In Memoriam William Woellmer July 10, 1922 - July 12, 2014 Jesus said I am the resurrection and the life. Those who believe in me, even though they die, will live, and everyone who lives and believes in me will never die. John 11:25-26a The church extends heartfelt sympathy and prayers to his wife, Louise, his daughter, Darlene Newill and husband, Bill, his granddaughter, Koryn Dilday and husband Brian, great-grandchildren, Kayce, Madyson, Camryn, and Bryson Dilday. Memorial contributions may be made to FPC, 1400 South Elm St., Greenville, NC 27858, or to The Leo Jenkins Cancer Center, Brody School of Medicine, 525 Moye Blvd., Greenville, NC 27834. In Memoriam B. Donald Broadbelt August 17, 1930 - July 29, 2014 Jesus said I am the resurrection and the life. Those who believe in me, even though they die, will live, and everyone who lives and believes in me will never die. John 11:25-26a The church extends heartfelt sympathy and prayers to his wife, Jean, and family. Memorial contributions may be made to Parkinson Association of the Carolinas, 5970 Fairview Rd., Ste. 217, Charlotte, NC 28210; First Presbyterian Church, 1400 South Elm St., Greenville, NC 27858; or to Cypress Glen Benevolent Fund, 100 Hickory St., Greenville, NC 27858. A memorial service will be held Monday, August 11, 2:00 p.m. at FPC. Congratulations to Katherine Cooper Trevathan and Benjamin James Dorman, who were married July 12, at Atlantic Beach. Katherine is the daughter of Tom and Marcia Trevathan and granddaughter of Earl Trevathan. Congratulations to Candice Elise Qualls and Laurence Pegram Howard, who were married July 19, in Swannanoa, NC. Laurence is the son of Barbara and G.W. Lanford. Congratulations to Kres Neely and Audrey Bowlds, who were married August 1, in Asheville, NC. Kres is the son of Bill and Wanda Neely.
P AGE 4 First Friday Club Kickoff We re back and ready to roll! The First Friday Club is for all 4th and 5th graders and we will kick off our year on Friday, August 22nd (I know it s not the first Friday but it works!) with a little back to school party! More details will be coming as I finalize plans for the evening. If you have questions about this program, please call me at 252-367-1914. Brian Dilday Age Venturers Trip The Age Venturers are off to Plymouth, NC to visit the Port of Plymouth Museum and the Roanoke River Lighthouse. We will leave from the church on Tuesday, September 2 at 8:15 a.m. and return by 3:00 p.m. Cost is $13 for museum, lighthouse, and transportation. Lunch is on your own at The Garden Spot. Sign up and pay in the church office by August 26. Camp Albemarle s 61st Anniversary Camp Albemarle is celebrating its 61st anniversary with a big picnic and a day of fun at the camp this Saturday, August 9th, 1-7 pm! The picnic will be held at 5:00 pm, and there will be live music and activities such as paddle boarding, swimming, kayaking, and sailing. While the event and the dinner are free, it is an opportunity to raise funds and awareness of the great ministry at Camp Albemarle. CROP WALK KICK OFF RALLY The 2014 Greater Greenville CROP Hunger Walk Kick Off Rally and Open House will be Sunday, August 17th, 5-7 p.m., at Third Street Community Center. You may pick up your walk day recruitment materials and get your questions answered. Register your team at www.crophungerwalk.org/greenvillenc. Get involved in the fight against hunger! 2 Wade Jarman 3 Don Duff Kathleen Randall 4 Katie Fisher 5 Bob Edwards Lisa Burgwyn Matt Davenport Reid Clayton 6 Marilee Little Dick Eakin Wendy Goins 8 Betty Tart Sue DelVecchio Matt Steele Trey Little Andrew Faulkner Rachel L. Nelson 9 Bill Lehman 11 Monica Jones Sarah Casatelli Ryan Deans 12 Debbie Metcalf Ellen Owens Tina Silvernail Eric Jarman Stephen Wheeles Hailey Madray 13 G.W. Lanford Mark Pabst Michael Scull 14 Spencer Hill Jessica Mendoza 15 Bill Wood Tim Longest 15 Parker Gaskins 16 Joe Sullivan Marigail Matthijs Ben Swaggerty 18 Anne Epps Ashley Bleau 19 Joyce Lewis Linda High Ginger Minges David Scull Elise Carroll 20 Paul Cluck 21 Clint Leinweber 22 Rachel B. Nelson 23 Joe Asselmeier Linda Kean Eric Money Michael Nelms 24 Audrey Werdal Lynn Murphree Rick Webb 24 Sarah Morrow 25 Dale Kitchin Wilma Shackelford 26 Steve Hasselbach 27 Beth Beasley Chad Faulkner Charlie Shelton Harrison Botros 28 John Brookbank 29 Harriette White Ray Spears 30 Willie Nelms Dick Johnson Ginger Pate Paula Griffin 31 Bob Griffin Ann Herrin Glen Fisher Matt Rushing Melissa Danford Mary Margaret Lyle Sarah Kleckley Share the Journey; Grow in Faith
P AGE 5 We have been incredibly blessed over the summer by those who have shared their musical talents with us in worship. So far, Morgan Lane, Mallory Williams, Lynne Marks & Wilma Shackelford, Alida Lee, and John Morrow & Gerald McGowan have offered special music during the service while the choir is on summer hiatus. There is more to come for the next couple of Sundays before the choir is back in full force, so be sure and let these talented folks know how much we appreciate their willingness to share their gifts in worship! Everyone is setting up fall calendars, and the Music Ministry is no exception. Make note of the following start-up dates so you don't miss anything! Westminster Bell Choir - August 19th Chancel Choir - August 20th Children's Choirs (PreK-5th grade) - Sept. 14th ALL the ensembles are open to anyone who has an interest in music - there is never an audition required. We've even expanded the choir room over the summer to fit all the additional singers (thanks to Dick Marks and Gerald McGowan for building the riser extension!). There is child care available during Chancel Choir rehearsals. We also have open spots for bell ringers - regulars and substitutes - for the coming year. Contact me for more information about how you can use your talents in the evergrowing Music Ministry! Karrie Rushing, Director of Music New Church Sign Policy We have been informed that our temporary signage policy is in violation of city code. This refers to any banners or signs that we have on our church grounds. Going forward, any signage must be pre-approved by the city and a permit obtained. Temporary signs may only be up for seven days. If you wish to put up a sign at church, you must pick up an application form in the office, fill it out and return it to the office for submission to the city. The Administration Ministry is in the process of establishing a committee to review the signage issue to include all signage on the church grounds. We would ask that you bear with us while the committee completes its due diligence and subsequently makes its recommendations regarding permanent and temporary signage. Thank you for your cooperation as we make this transition to comply with city code. FPC Staff Changes Over the summer, the Session has approved several changes in our staff at FPC. In order to provide a program to students when they return, Assistant to the Pastor Steve Prevatte will spend the majority of his time directing the Campus Ministry program as the Pastor Nominating Committee (PNC) continues to search for a permanent campus minister. Rev. Carol Pierson has been hired to pick up some of the responsibilities Steve has relinquished to take this new role. Carol will also help the Session and congregation develop a mission study (known in the business world as longrange planning), as Bill Neely mentioned in last week s newsletter. Steve is working toward transferring his ministerial status to the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and has been taking a course in Presbyterian polity this summer. He will take a couple more courses this fall and then take the PCUSA ordination exams. Once that process is complete, he will be eligible to receive a call in the PCUSA. We wish Steve well in this endeavor. Carol is a 2011 graduate of Union Presbyterian Seminary in Richmond, and she has had experience as an Associate Pastor and a Director of Christian Education. She has had Interim Ministry training, which includes developing a mission study. She is being hired as Temporary Supply Associate Pastor, beginning August 16, although she is preaching the first three Sundays in August while Bill is away. This will be a month-to-month renewable position, and either party may dissolve the contract with 30-days notice. This flexibility will allow the Campus Ministry PNC to call a permanent pastor for that role as well as allow Carol to continue her search for a permanent pastoral position. Most of you know that Office Administrator Deborah Durham resigned in May because of back problems. The Session has created a half-time position of Financial Administrator to assume many of the responsibilities Deborah had. Both Deborah and her doctor feel that she could return to work no more than five hours a day, and the Session is pleased that Deborah will return and take on this part-time position, effective August 16. Janice Gray has assumed the position of Office Administrator with a slightly re-written job description.
PAGE 6 Youth News: It has been a GREAT summer but all good things must come to an end so better things can begin. That's right--the start of the new school year means a new start to the Youth program here at FPC. I am very excited about all the upcoming events--old and new. We welcome any rising 6th graders -- seniors to join our program. Even if you haven't joined in the past, it's not too late. Remember that you can ALWAYS bring friends. Ultimate Frisbee on Wednesday, August 6th at 7:00pm. We play at the ECU intramural fields behind the Belk building off of Charles Blvd across from the ECU track complex. We are kicking the year off on Saturday, August 23rd by traveling to the Burgwyn's Lake House for a Day of Fun! Please plan to join us for this great excursion. Tubing, paddle boarding, swimming, jet skiing, and corn hole will be part of the day's activities. We will meet at the church at 8:30 am so that we can be on the road by 9. We will head back to Greenville at 6pm to arrive back by 8:30pm. More information will be coming but I need to begin to get a count of how many people might be joining us so I can figure out the cost of food and travels. Please contact me as soon as possible to RSVP. Attention all rising 8th graders and students who have not been confirmed--please be on the lookout for more information about this part of your faith journey. I plan on beginning classes in the Fall. Church-wide Picnic--September 7th at Boyd Lee Park. This will be our youth program for that night. September 7th is also Rally Day so please plan to attend Sunday School to meet your teachers and get the year started off right. Sunday School is a vital part of our Christian education and I highly encourage everyone to attend. September 14th: Parent Meeting/Potluck Dinner-- this is the informational meeting for youth and is taking the place of the Sunday morning meeting. We will begin at 6 and childcare will be provided for younger siblings. Dinner will be at 6:00 and the meeting will begin at 6:30, and at that time, the youth will go out and play games with the advisors. Please bring a covered dish to share with everyone. Paperwork will be distributed that evening and you will receive the calendar for the semester. We will wrap up by 7:30. We have done a lot of great things through missions, service, education, and fellowship throughout this past year and summer. I am looking forward to continuing the great things that we have started and moving on to bigger and better things. Thank you for all of your support. I love the enthusiasm towards the youth program and helping us continue our faith journey throughout the coming school year. Brian Dilday, Youth Director (252-367-1914) Share the Journey; Grow in Faith
P AGE 7 Communion Servers 8:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Leaders August 10 August 17 August 24 Betty Bailey, Kim Bell Kim Koonce, Emmett Koonce Debbie Metcalf, Michael Metcalf Communion Servers 11:00 a.m. Sunday Fellowship Billie Luck Kitchin Georganne & Derek Perry Jennifer Little Flowers Sanctuary Georganne & Derek Perry Connie & Jimmy Bond Flower Arranging Circle 1 Circle 3 Circle 6 Time for Young Disciples Jessica Davenport Koryn Dilday Godly Play Lauren Bowers Ashley Rudolph Kathleen Randall Lay Reader 11:00 a.m. Elder Assisting in Worship Invitation to Discipleship 8:30 a.m. Tammy Worden Melissa Nasea John Ogle Tammy Worden Anita Britt Anita Britt Jim Young Jodi Boal Wendy Farrior 11:00 a.m. Ashley Rudolph Marcia Spears Matthew Chappell Greeters 8:30 a.m. Sanctuary Anita Britt Clay Britt David Scull 11:00 a.m. Welcome Center Doors 11:00 a.m. Welcome Center Doors Sarah Winbourne Need a volunteer Harding Sugg Shelley Basnight Tammy Worden Betty Bailey Communion Preparation Committee July - September 2014 Communion Baker Sanctuary Guild August Sound Team Wilma Shackelford, Karen Kay Cynthia Harvey Anita Britt (10) Shelley, (17) Chris, (24) Clay, (31) Steve USHERS 8:30 a.m. August USHERS 11:00 a.m. August USHERS 11:00 a.m. (cont.) Joe Asselmeier (Captain) Charles Price (Captain) William Griffin Judy Asselmeier Griff Burgwyn (Co-Captain) Bobby Hutchison Barrie Grady-Wood Tyler Burgwyn Mark Williams Thelma McGowan Greg Steele Shel Downes Drew Steele Don Rudolph
First Presbyterian Church 1400 South Elm Street Greenville, NC 27858 Phone: 252.758.1901 Fax: 252.758.1365 Email: officeadmin@fpcgreenville.org NON-PROF. ORG. U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT NO. 264 GREENVILLE, NC CHURCH DIRECTORY William K. Neely, Pastor Steve Prevatte, Campus Minister and Assistant to the Pastor Kathleen Williams, Director of Christian Education Carol Pierson, Temporary Supply Associate Pastor Karrie Rushing, Director of Music Brian Dilday, Youth Director Brad Collier, Organist Deborah Durham, Financial Administrator Janice Gray, Office Administrator Terrence Clemons, Sexton LABEL Visit us online: www.fpcgreenville.org PASTOR S WORD Everyone s Job, Everyone s Joy Growing up in a pastor s home and having finished nearly 20 years of full time ministry, I can t tell you how many times I have heard the phrase, That s the Pastor s job when referring to some aspect of church life. Sometimes that meant heading up to the church at 11pm on a stormy night to place trashcans under a leaky ceiling. It was not unusual to receive a call from an eagle-eyed church member asking us to investigate a light left on at the church, which always seemed to occur late at night. Probably the strangest of these occurred when I had to help my Dad catch a bat that had somehow made its way to the youth room of Wendell Baptist Church. Coaxing a live bat into a bucket in the church youth room may sound like a Ray Stevens song, but trust me, it is not easy! Undoubtedly, these situations are sometimes part of the job for most pastors. However, the occasions that have caused me to grimace after hearing it s the Pastor s job always involve ministry. Ministry is not just the job (or better yet, the opportunity) of the clergy. The opportunity and responsibility for doing ministry has been given to all Christians. The upcoming Stephen Ministry training class will begin on Monday, September 8 th at 6:30 pm. This will offer you a chance to be trained and equipped for doing important ministry. Talk to any of our Stephen Ministers; they will tell you it is a joyous privilege to share Christ s love with others through Stephen Ministry. Is this chance for ministry the one for you? Should you fill out an application to be a part of this ministry? Think about it! Steve Prevatte