The May Newsletters are available for pickup on the table outside the office. I did them a week earlier as today is my last day for awhile. Thanks for getting your articles to me earlier as requested. BJ
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150-4-150 Challenge
The church has received a gift of $150.00 from an anonymous donor who has issued a challenge to other members of First Presbyterian:
“Will you be creative giving of our time, talent and/or treasure in order commemorate our 150th anniversary by focusing on this special number?”
~ Possible ways to meet the 150 Challenge:
~ 150 Seconds (2 and ½ minutes) of prayer every day.
~ 150 Minutes (2 and ½ hours) of:
– Volunteering at the church or community organization
– Reading the Bible to yourself or someone.
– Visiting someone homebound
– Picking 150 flowers and giving it to someone
~ Presidential Portraits:
– 150 Abraham Lincolns (Penny) or $1.50
– 150 Thomas Jeffersons (Nickel) or $7.50
– 150 Franklin Roosevelts (Quarter) or $37.50
– 150 George Washingtons ($1.00 Dollar Bill) or $150.00
– 150 Abraham Lincolns ($5.00 Dollar Bill) or $750.00
Remember, these are just suggestions. Be creative! You may come up with other permutations of 150. The important thing to remember is that whatever you choose to do is that it be spiritually enlightening and brings you to a closer relationship with God.
If you choose to participate, please indicate a person or ministry to honor and thank. For example: Mary Kwantes for leading the 150th Anniversary activities … our exceptional Music Ministries … our exceptional Deacons … you get the idea …
Newsletter May 2014
NewsletterMay2014 pdf file
Memorial Bricks
We are currently taking orders for Memorial Bricks. The cost is $100, part of which pays for maintenance for our garden. If you wish to order a brick in memory of a church member, family member or friend, please contact Cynthia Hobart. The order will be placed in June and delivered to the church later this summer.
April 27, 2014
The title of Pastor John Oerter’s sermon for the week of April 27, 2014 is Pentecost Incognito based on scriptures from John 20: 19-31. The hymns for Sunday are Spirit and Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart!.
Worship begins at 9:45 am, followed by education and fellowship at 11:00 a.m. Our church provides a Nursery during worship service. First Presbyterian Church is located at 919 E. Tenth Street in Rolla. Our website is www.rollapresby.org.
The PW Spring Meeting will meet on May 10th at 11:00 am at Wellington Clubhouse. There will be a business meeting followed by a salad luncheon hosted by the board. Annual birthday offering will be taken followed by a dedication ceremony. All women of the congregation are welcome to attend.
FIRED UP! We are starting a new worship experience on Thursdays at 6:30 – 7:00 pm starting on April 24th.
We will have historical communion on May 4th. Please try to wear dark suits (men) and dark dresses or skirts (women).
Orders need to be put in for tee shirts ASAP. Please contact Mary Kwantes at mlakwantes@hotmail.com. Minimum ordered required.
Please notify the office if you have a child or grandchild graduating from High School or College this year. We will honor them on May 25th.
Nanette Turner will be filling in during Betti Jo’s absence. Her hours will be 8 am – 3 pm Monday through Thursday at this time.
We are looking for someone to answer phones on Friday mornings. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact the office.
Hat Day
Do not forget our festive hat day at church, Sunday April 27, no caps….decade dress is optional but appreciated.
Flower Pick Up
Please pick up your potted plants and vases from church. Cut flowers will be disposed of.
April 20, 2014
The title of Pastor John Oerter’s sermon for the week of April 20, 2014 is Cryogenic Jesus based on scriptures from John 20: 11-18. The hymns for Sunday are Christ is Alive! and Good Christians All.
Worship begins at 9:45 am, followed by education and fellowship at 11:00 a.m. Our church provides a Nursery during worship service. First Presbyterian Church is located at 919 E. Tenth Street in Rolla. Our website is www.rollapresby.org.
There will not be an adult class on Sunday but an Easter Egg Hunt for the children and next IPD group meeting from 11:00 – 12:30 in the Sadler Lounge.
Pastor John will be out of the office most of the day on Monday, April 21st. He will be attending a meeting at the Presbytery in Springfield.
Deadline for May Newsletter articles is Wednesday, April 23, 2014.
Fired Up! We are starting a new worship experience on Thursdays 6:30 – 7:00 pm starting on April 24. We will normally meet in the fellowship hall for an informal time of music, prayer, and reflection on Scripture. (We will sometimes meet in the chapel to avoid conflict with other activities.) This is a great opportunity to invite the Holy Spirit into your life, and a less intimidating experience for people who are beginning their faith journey. We are targeting a thirty minute service, hoping that it will fit into people’s busy schedules. So come as your are, bring a friend, and bring a heart open to the Spirit! If you have any questions, please ask Jonathan Kimball or other members of the worship & music committee.
Do not forget the Progressive Dinner on Friday, April 25, 2014. We start at Kensington at 5:30 p.m. You bring a dinner plate, matched set if you come as a pair. Dinner at Wellington probably by 7 or earlier. Sign up by Wednesday.
Sunday, April 27 is dress as a memorable decade … or just wear a hat, not cap.
May 4 will be our historical communion. In a reference to an earlier time where the country was in the civil war, please try to wear dark suits (men) and dark dresses or skirts (women). We will remember our first members so long ago who made the decision to organize surrounded by sorrow and strife.
FCAS performance of Carl Orff’s Carmina Burana is Saturday at 7:30 and Sunday at 2:00 pm. Plan to get your free ticket soon.
Deadline to order the 150th red T shirts is May 5th. Contact Mary Kwantes to place your order at mlakwantes@hotmail.com.
Join us for Maundy Thursday Service, April 17, 2014
Please join us for tenebrae ~ communion services this evening at 7:00 p.m. in the Sadler Chapel.
Dear Friends of the Rolla Community,
As you may know the Presbyterian Church of Rolla is celebrating its 150th anniversary in May. After nine months of planning and meaningful activities, we culminate our remembrance with a public reception on May 17 from 3 – 5:30 pm in the church Fellowship Hall.
Dr. Stauter from the Phelps County Historical Society is scheduled to speak at 4 p.m. Please consider dropping in to join us on this historical occasion.
RSVP is appreciated but not necessary. Thank you so much for your service to our community.
Sincerely,
Mary Kwantes, Chair of the 150th Committee