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(posted October 13, 2004)
David Pankakes’ Bible study will be changing the days they meet. The class is currently meeting on Thursdays at 7:00 PM but starting October 18 they will meet on Mondays at 7:00 PM in the Parlor. There’s still room for more folks if you’re interested! (posted October 13, 2004)
We have several items we will need to make Fall Festival the success it has been in years past and we could use your help.We need:
Our Fall Festival will be on Wednesday, October 27 and we expect lots of kids to be here to enjoy the food, games, and prizes. Thanks for your willingness to help! (posted October 13, 2004)
The Nominating Committee has completed its work and places in nomination the following members to serve as elders. Please be present on Sunday, October 17, 2004 at our worship and congregational meeting. Elders will be elected at this time. Nominations for the Class of 2007 to serve a three-year term: Gretchen Chapa Nadine Force Barbara Hervey James Warren Drue Wilkes Rene Villarreal Nominations to fill unexpired terms: Eleanor Workman (1 year) Tom Ball (2 years) Nomination for Youth Elder for 1 year: Kaegan Sparks (posted October 13, 2004)
The Questers class begins a new study on Sunday, October 17 on Presbyterians and their Creeds. If you would like to delve into what makes us as Presbyterians tick or if you are interested in the history of our creeds then check it out. This class could be very helpful for incoming elders in understanding more about our denomination. (posted October 13, 2004)
Are you ready for some fun? If there’s one thing the First Presbyterian Church of McAllen can never be accused of, it would have to be boredom. The next two weeks at FPC, for example, are packed with a varying array of activities designed for the young and old alike. In fact, this coming Sunday, October 24, will be one of the busiest days of the month for us. That will be Youth Sunday, a very special day in the life of this church in which our Senior and Junior High youth groups will share in leading the Worship Service at 10:30 a.m. Come watch and enjoy our future leaders in action as they assume the roles for guiding us down the path of God through their unique blend of liturgy, music and preaching. Immediately following that morning’s Worship Service, a Congregational Meeting will be held in the sanctuary for the purpose of electing six new elders, two elders to fill two non-expired terms and one Youth Elder for the Class of 2007. As soon as the Congregational Meeting concludes, a Potluck Luncheon will be served up in the Fellowship Hall. Each family that wishes to attend is asked to bring two dishes – one main dish and one side dish (salad, vegetable or dessert) – with each dish capable of serving at least eight persons. After the Potluck Luncheon, the Senior Highs will get together for their weekly meeting. This will replace the regularly scheduled evening function, so parents make note of the change. Also, over the course of the next two weeks numerous other events will be taking place at FPC, including:
In addition, mark you calendars for the annual Kirken ‘O Tartans to be held on Sunday, October 31,during the morning Worship Service at 10:30 a.m. Highlighted by the procession of banners and the playing of bagpipes, we honor our Scottish ancestors with the traditional style of worship dating back to the 1700s. Come one, come all and praise God with youthful exuberance! The Worship/Evangelism Committee (posted October 13, 2004)
Three of our Confirmands and five adults set out for South Padre Island last weekend for a time of togetherness and learning. This years Confirmation class is made up of Robert Douglas, Garrett Garfield, Emily Koo, and Sarah Sparks. They have begun the process which will lead up to full membership in the church if they chose. We are really proud of this group and look forward to a year of discovery and bonding. Please keep them as well as their Covenant Partners, Jesse Thornton, James Barnes, Carolyn Gillies, and Andrea Hudler in your prayers as they work through this journey. A big thank you to Pat Moyer for the use of her Condo and to Eng Parker for cooking for us. (posted October 13, 2004)
Our Sacrament Class will be on November 6 this year. The class is offered for kids from Kinder-Fifth grade. They bake bread for communion and learn about baptism and the Lord’s Supper. If you are interested in your child participating please sign up by calling Lori Bowles or Rebecca Villarreal by November 1. (posted October 13, 2004)
Be sure not to miss this Sunday! We have our Youth led Worship Service followed by a potluck dinner. It’s always a joy to see the future of our church leading us in Worship. You don’t want to miss it! (posted October 13, 2004)
John Knox is offering Family Camp again this year. It’s a wonderful time to check out the camp and it’s facilities, meet the staff, and partake in some campfire singing! The Fall camp is set for November 12-14. Kirsten Kelso, formerly of Mo Ranch, is now the Program Manager at John Knox. Those of us who know Kirsten know she’ll have great events lined up so check into it! Brochures are located in the narthex. (posted October 13, 2004)
That was the question posed to the Confirmands last weekend at a retreat. They are beginning a year- long study, which will ideally culminate in active membership in the church. It’s a rite of passage and has similarities to the bar mitzvah or bat mitzvah in the Jewish faith. Young people spend the year learning about God and their religion as they prepare for mature participation and service in the church. One young person asked, “What will I get to do after going through this?” An elder answered by saying, “You’re asking the wrong question. It’s not about you getting something, it’s about you taking on responsibilities.” Those responsibilities are spelled out in the marks of membership (Book of Order G-5.0102). We spent a great deal of time reviewing the ways Christ calls us to be involved in his church. It was the first exposure for some and a review for others. We had great discussions about how each of the 9 marks can be demonstrated in the life of the church. The second mark of membership states that our involvement includes taking part in the common life and worship of a particular church. The Confirmands named things such as attending events, getting involved, and helping out. Studies have been done, however, which point out that people go to a particular church because they like the minister or because that church has good programs or because it’s close to their house or because they have friends there. Many of us have chosen a church for one of those reasons but in order to grow in our faith we’ve got to get in there and let God work through us. The day after we returned from our retreat one of the Confirmands came up to me and asked if he could get some information on the “Pennies for Piggies” program that the WoRM class is involved in this year. He wanted to collect pennies at his school and bring them to us to help buy pigs for Guatemalan families. He’s really taken the concept of involvement in his church seriously and I was inspired by his interest in getting involved. May God lead all of us to find our place in service to him. by Rebecca Villarreal, DCE (posted October 13, 2004)
We would like to express our warm appreciation for your expressions of concern and prayer for Richard. (posted October 13, 2004)
November 5, 2004 9:15 A..M. If you enjoy fun and fellowship please join us starting November 5, 2004 in the church parlor from 9:15 a.m. until 12 noon. Don't miss out. (posted October 13, 2004)
Have you noticed that fall is everywhere around us. It's in the stores, pumpkins all about us, it's all over the walls at preschool. The only place I haven't seen much of fall is in our own trees. That's one of the saddest parts of living in the valley is we miss the beautiful fall color in our leaves. One of the fun parts of fall is coming up soon for all of us at the preschool. The church Fall Festival is right around the corner, October 27 from 5:30 - 8:00. It is always a joyful evening full of laughter and cute costumes. We look forward to this time when we all celebrate fall together. Pat Simpson, Director of Lynn Flowers Preschool (posted October 13, 2004)
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