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12/29/2016

January 1,2017    North KentPresbyterian News

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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Annual Reports It is time to prepare for our annual congregational meeting.  Please have your annual report into the church office by Tuesday, January 17.  The reports should be emailed as an attachment using size 12 font and type face of Calibri.  Please do not use special characters, bullet pointers, etc. just plain text and paragraphs as the individual reports will be combined with the others into a single document for printing.
 
 If unable to email the report, place a typed copy of your report in the Office Managers box in the Communication room by Wednesday, January 11.  The meeting date will be set by Session at its next meeting.
 
Flower Chart and envelopes.  The 2017 flower chart has be posted.  The cost is still $20 to dedicate a memorial or celebrate an event by providing flowers for our sanctuary.  
 
Children Sunday School. There will be no Sunday School during church for the children on 1/1/2017.  Thanks to the teachers for your good work!
 
Field Trip Bible Scholar Opportunity.   The Royal Revolution: Fresh Perspectives on the Cross. Jan 24th, the world renowned theologian N.T. Wright will be speaking at the January Series at Calvin College. The Tuesday Joy Bible Study is coordinating a field trip. 
 
Free Devotion Books! The adult education team has purchased some Presbyterian daily devotional books, These Days, to assist you in your daily spiritual walk with Christ.  Please take one from the lobby table or pass one on to someone who needs comfort!
 
A Sign, A Name  Marketing team has determined that we do need a new Church sign out front this spring.  But there is a serious question being asked about considering a name change for our church. If you have strong feelings FOR a name change, please tell Pastor Karen why you want to change it and what you think the new name should be.  If you have strong feelings about KEEPING our name, please also email her about that also. The deadline for official suggestions and opinions is January 8th. This is your chance to definitively speak to this question once and for all, so please prayerfully consider it!
 
Pastor Karen' email is Pastor.nkpc@gmail.com Cell phone is 616-644-5122.  Her office hours are Monday - Wednesday 9:30 - 3 pm. Contact her for lunch or coffee.
 
Mission dates to remember:                                    
Gently used clothing…………………........................due 1-9-17
 
Operation Christmas Child Boxes are on their way to Africa, Zambia and Madagascar! Our tracking code is EZ8571638.  Thanks for all your help, Cindy
Follow Your Box – Lookup
 
CE for Children committee is in need of another Sunday school teacher. The teachers rotate as leaders for children’s time during our Sunday Services using the ‘user friendly’ materials “Growing in Grace and Gratitude”. If you feel called to help with this program, please contact Rev. Karen Fitz La Barge.
 
The CE for Children committee is setting up a worship center in the classroom. We are looking for a small table, about the size of a bedside table. If you have one to donate, contact the church office or Sue Rabick.
 
2017 Envelopes are ready for pick up on a table in the Narthex. Thank you!
 
Greenwood Ministries Association Motion is Approved by Presbytery!
On Tuesday, December 6th, the Presbytery of Lake Michigan approved the motion to lease the Camp Greenwood property to the Greenwood Ministries Association for two years as this new nonprofit administers camp and creates exciting new ministries there.  Over $106,000 has been pledged already to this new organization, and the summer camps for 2017 are now online and taking reservations!  Just go to CampGreenwood.org to check it out!
 
 



This Week of January 1, 2017 through January 8, 2017
 
DAY                            TIME                EVENT
                           
Sunday 1                    10:45 am          Worship Service

Monday 2

Tuesday 3                   7:30 am           Men's Breakfast (Mr. Burger, 5181 Northland Dr.)
                                    7:00 pm          Women's AA

Wednesday 4              8:00 am          Women's Breakfast (Russ's 3966 Plainfield, NE)
                                    7:00 pm          AA


Thursday 5


Friday 6                      9:00 am          Morning AA

 
Saturday 7

Next Sunday 8           9:30 am          Discussion Group "Living the Questions"
                                  10:45 am          Worship Service 


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12/24/2016

December 25, 2016  North KentPresbyterian News

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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Choir Practice.  A reminder that the choir should gather this Saturday at 7:10 pm for a practice and again on Sunday at 10:10 am.
 

Cookie Walk Results.  This years’ event generated net profit of $1111.47.  A special thank you to the organizers of this event and the bakers for donating the delicious cookies.
 
Flower Chart and envelopes.  The 2017 flower chart has be posted.  The cost is still $20 to dedicate a memorial or celebrate an event by providing flowers for our sanctuary. 
 
Children Sunday School. There will be no Sunday School during church for the children on 1/1/2017.  Thanks to the teachers for your good work!
 
Field Trip Bible Scholar Opportunity.   The Royal Revolution: Fresh Perspectives on the Cross. Jan 24th, the world renowned theologian N.T. Wright will be speaking at the January Series at Calvin College. The Tuesday Joy Bible Study is coordinating a field trip.
 
Free Devotion Books! The adult education team has purchased some Presbyterian daily devotional books, These Days, to assist you in your daily spiritual walk with Christ.  Please take one from the lobby table or pass one on to someone who needs comfort!
 
A Sign, A Name  Marketing team has determined that we do need a new Church sign out front this spring.  But there is a serious question being asked about considering a name change for our church. If you have strong feelings FOR a name change, please tell Pastor Karen why you want to change it and what you think the new name should be.  If you have strong feelings about KEEPING our name, please also email her about that also. The deadline for official suggestions and opinions is January 8th. This is your chance to definitively speak to this question once and for all, so please prayerfully consider it!
 
Pastor Karen' email is Pastor.nkpc@gmail.com Cell phone is 616-644-5122.  Her office hours are Monday - Wednesday 9:30 - 3 pm. Contact her for lunch or coffee.
 
CHALLENGE FOR NEW HYMNALS!  Our distinguished Music Director has issued a challenge to those who have not purchased one of the new hymnals.  Between now and the end of the year, he will match up to 24 new purchases.  This matches the number of faithful participants in the Hand Bell and Chancel Choirs.


Mission dates to remember:                                    
Gently used clothing…………………........................due 1-9-17
 
Operation Christmas Child Boxes are on their way to Africa, Zambia and Madagascar! Our tracking code is EZ8571638.  
Follow Your Box – Lookup
 
CE for Children committee is looking for another Sunday School teacher. The teachers rotate as leaders for children’s time during our Sunday Services using the ‘user friendly’ materials “Growing in Grace and Gratitude”. If you feel called to help with this program, please contact Karen Fitz La Barge.
 
The CE for Children committee is setting up a worship center in the classroom. We are looking for a small table, about the size of a bedside table. If you have one to donate, contact the church office or Sue Rabick.
 
2017 Envelopes are ready for pick up on a table in the Narthex. Thank you!
 
Greenwood Ministries Association Motion is Approved by Presbytery!
On Tuesday, December 6th, the Presbytery of Lake Michigan approved the motion to lease the Camp Greenwood property to the Greenwood Ministries Association for two years as this new nonprofit administers camp and creates exciting new ministries there.  Over $106,000 has been pledged already to this new organization, and the summer camps for 2017 are now online and taking reservations!  Just go to CampGreenwood.org to check it out!

This Week of December 25, 2016 through January 1, 2017
 
DAY                 TIME               Event                           
 
Sunday 25        10:45 am         Worship Service                        

  
Monday 26        10:30 am        Moms and Munchkins                                                            
 
                           7:00 pm         Boy Scouts
  
 
Tuesday 27        7:30 am         Men’s Breakfast (Mr. Burger, 5181 
                                                 Northland Dr.)  

                           7:00 pm        Women’s AA


Wednesday 28   8:00 am       Women’s Breakfast (Russ's 3966  
                                                 Plainfield Ave. NE)

                           7:00 pm        AA
 
  
Thursday 29
 
 
 Friday 30        9:00 am        Morning AA
 

Saturday 31
 
Next
Sunday 01       10:45 am        Worship Service


Pastor Karen will be on vacation from December 26th - January 1st.  However she will be in Michigan and available for pastoral emergencies. 
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12/15/2016

December 18, 2016  North KentPresbyterian News

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

Hot mulled cider will be served in the Fellowship Hall immediately following the  Christmas Eve service. 
 
Flower Chart and envelopes.  The 2017 flower chart has been posted.  The cost is still $20 to dedicate a memorial or celebrate an event by providing flowers for our sanctuary.  Sigh up soon to secure your desired dates.  
 
Children's Sunday School. There will be no Sunday School during church for the children on either 12/25 or 1/1/2017.  Thanks to the teachers for your good work!

We are in need of a new person to teach children's Sunday School. The teachers rotate as leaders for children’s time during our Sunday Services using the ‘user friendly’ materials “Growing in Grace and Gratitude”. If you feel called to help with this program, please contact Rev. Karen Fitz La Barge. 

Field Trip Bible Scholar Opportunity.   The Royal Revolution: Fresh Perspectives on the Cross. Jan 24th, the world renowned theologian N.T. Wright will be speaking at the January Series at Calvin College. The Tuesday Joy Bible Study is coordinating a field trip. 
 
Free Devotion Books! The adult education team has purchased some Presbyterian daily devotional books, These Days, to assist you in your daily spiritual walk with Christ.  Please take one from the lobby table or pass one on to someone who needs comfort!
 
NKPC Youth Crew Announcements

 Carpool Caroling:   Would you like to go caroling today?   The crew will be driving around to the church shut-ins and caroling to them. Then, afterwards we will have a fun party at the church. Anyone is welcome to join us from 3-5 pm. 
 
 
A Sign, A Name  Marketing team has determined that we do need a new Church sign out front this spring.  But there is a serious question being asked about considering a name change for our church. If you have strong feelings FOR a name change, please tell Pastor Karen why you want to change it and what you think the new name should be.  If you have strong feelings about KEEPING our name, please also email her about that also. The deadline for official suggestions and opinions is January 8th. This is your chance to definitively speak to this question once and for all, so please prayerfully consider it!
 
Pastor Karen' email is Pastor.nkpc@gmail.com Cell phone is 616-644-5122.  Her office hours are Monday - Wednesday 9:30 - 3 pm. Contact her for lunch or coffee.
 
CHALLENGE FOR NEW HYMNALS!  Our distinguished Music Director has issued a challenge to those who have not purchased one of the new hymnals.  Between now and the end of the year, he will match up to 24 new purchases.  This matches the number of faithful participants in the Hand Bell and Chancel Choirs.


Mission dates to remember:                                    
Gently used clothing…………………........................due 1-9-17
  • Christmas Joy Offering…………..…due 12-18-16 or 12-25-16 
 
The CE for Children committee is setting up a worship center in the classroom. We are looking for a small table, about the size of a bedside table. If you have one to donate, contact the church office.

2017 Envelopes are ready for pick up on a table in the Narthex. 
​
Greenwood Ministries Association Motion is Approved by Presbytery!
On Tuesday, December 6th, the Presbytery of Lake Michigan approved the motion to lease the Camp Greenwood property to the Greenwood Ministries Association for two years as this new nonprofit administers camp and creates exciting new ministries there.  Over $106,000 has been pledged already to this new organization, and the summer camps for 2017 are now online and taking reservations!  Just go to CampGreenwood.org to check it out!
 

 
This Week of December 18, 2016 through December 25, 2016
 
DAY                             TIME                       EVENT
Sunday 18                   10:45 am                 Worship Service
                                     3:00 pm                 Yourh Crew Caroling
  

Monday 19                 10:30 am                 Moms and Munchkins (free play group)
                                    7:00 pm                 Boy Scouts
                                    7:00 pm                 Session
 

Tuesday 20                 7:15 am                  BNI
                                    7:30 am                 Men's Breakfast (Mr. Burger, 5181 Northland Dr.)
                                    1:15 pm                  JOY Bible Study
                                    7:00 pm                Women's AA                

Wednesday 21            8:00 am                 Women's Breakfast (Russ's, 3966 Plainfield Ave.)
                                   7:00 pm                 AA
 

Thursday 22

 

Friday 23                   9:00 am                Morning AA


Saturday 24               7:30 pm                 Christmas Eve Worship Service
 

Next Sunday 25       10:45 am                 Christmas Worship Service 

 
Pastor Karen will be on vacation from December 26th - January 1st.  However she will be in Michigan and available for pastoral emergencies.  Art Spalding is preaching Jan. 1st.

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12/8/2016

December 11, 2016North KentPresbyterian News

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PLEDGE CARDS ARE DUE.   PLEASE HELP US PLAN OUR 2017 FINANCES BY MAKING AN ESTIMATE OF YOUR PLANNED SUPPORT TO THE MISSION OF NORTH KENT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH.  PLEDGE CARDS WILL AVAILABLE ON THE TABLE IN THE NARTHEX IF YOU FORGET YOUR CARD.  PLEASE PLACE IN THE OFFERATORY PLATE OR SEND IT TO THE CHURCH OFFICE.
 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Sunday Adult Education By popular demand, a session of "Living the Questions" will be held in December on the 18th.  The topic will be “Taking the Bible Seriously”.
 
Free Devotion Books! The adult education team has purchased some Presbyterian daily devotional books, These Days, to assist you in your daily spiritual walk with Christ.  Please take one from the lobby table or pass one on to someone who needs comfort!
 
NEW Breakfast Spot! Please note that this Wednesday, 12/14/16 the women's Wednesday breakfast will be trying out a new location; Russ' at 3966 Plainfield Ave. NE. 
 See you at 8 am! 
 
NKPC Youth Crew Announcements


 Carpool Caroling:   Would you like to go caroling in December 18th?   The crew will be driving around to the church shut-ins and caroling to them. Then, afterwards we will have a fun party at the church. Anyone is welcome to join us from 3-5 pm.
 
Marketing Team:   A Church Logo? A New Tagline?  Eye Catching Landscape?  A New Front Sign? Maybe a name change???  The marketing team has been formed and will begin  meeting in December!  Please keep us in prayer.
 
Pastor Karen' email is Pastor.nkpc@gmail.com Cell phone is 616-644-5122.  Her office hours are Monday - Wednesday 9:30 - 3 pm. Contact her for lunch or coffee
 
CHALLENGE FOR NEW HYMNALS!  Our distinguished Music Director has issued a challenge to those who have not purchased one of the new hymnals.  Between now and the end of the year, he will match up to 24 new purchases.  This matches the number of faithful participants in the Hand Bell and Chancel Choirs.


Mission dates to remember:                                    
Gently used clothing…………………........................due 1-9-17
  • Christmas Joy Offering…………..…due 12-18-16 or 12-25-16
 
Cookie Walk, Saturday, December 17th, NKPC will hold it's much acclaimed Cookie Walk.  Be sure to sign up to bring some to sell or volunteer.  This is the biggest fund raiser the Women's Association holds each year so we need as much participation as possible.  Thanks!
 
CE for Children is in need of one person to fill out our roster of three teachers for the children’s program. The teachers rotate as leaders for children’s time during our Sunday Services using the ‘user friendly’ materials “Growing in Grace and Gratitude”. If you feel called to help with this program, please contact Pastor Karen Fitz La Barge.
 
The CE for Children committee is setting up a worship center in the classroom. We are looking for a small table, about the size of a bedside table. If you have one to donate, contact the church office or Sue Rabick.
 
Greenwood Ministries Association Motion is Approved by Presbytery!
 
On Tuesday, December 6th, the Presbytery of Lake Michigan approved the motion to lease the Camp Greenwood property to the Greenwood Ministries Association for two years as this new nonprofit administers camp and creates exciting new ministries there.  Over $106,000 has been pledged already to this new organization, and the summer camps for 2017 are now online and taking reservations!  Just go to CampGreenwood.org to check it out!



This Week of December 11, 2016 through December 18, 2016
 
DAY                                 TIME                     EVENT

Sunday  11                      10:00 am               Choir Rehearsal
                                       10:45 am               Worship Service     
  

Monday 12                     10:30 am               Moms and Munchkins  (free play group)
                                        7:00 pm               Boy Scouts
                                        7:00 pm               Facilities and Srewardship Committee
 

Tuesday 13                     7:15 am                 BNI
                                       7:30 am                Men's Breakfast (Mr. Burger, 5181 Northland Dr.)
                                        1:15 pm                JOY Bible Study
                                       5:00 pm                Marketing Committee Dinner Meeting
                                       6:30 pm                Bell Choir Rehearsal
                                       7:00 pm                Women"s AA
                                       7:30 pm                Choir Rehearsal               

Wednesday 14                8:00 am               Women's Breakfast (Russ's, 3966 Plainfield NE)
                                       7:00 pm                AA
                                       7:00 pm                Adult Education Committee
                   

Thursday 15               

 
Friday 16                       9:00 am               Morning AA                      

 
Saturday  17                 9:00 am                Cookie Walk
                                     5:00 am                Santa Girls Distribution
  

Next Sunday 18           9:30 am                Adult Discussion Group
                                   10:00 am                Choir Rehearsal
                                   10:45 am                Worship Service 


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12/1/2016

December 4, 2016   North KentPresbyterian News

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PLEDGE CARDS ARE DUE THIS SUNDAY, DECEMBER 4TH.   PLEASE HELP US PLAN OUR 2017 FINANCES BY MAKING AN ESTIMATE OF YOUR PLANNED SUPPORT TO THE MISSION OF NORTH KENT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH.  PLEDGE CARDS WILL AVAILABLE ON THE TABLE IN THE NARTHEX IF YOU FORGET YOUR CARD.  PLEASE PLACE IN THE OFFERATORY PLATE OR SEND IT TO THE CHURCH OFFICE.
 

Sunday Adult Education By popular demand, a session of "Living the Questions" will be held in December on the 18th.  The topic will be “Taking the Bible Seriously”.
 
Children.  All children ages 4 to 10 are invited to join the Sunday school class following the children's message. The topic is “What Do the Stones Mean?” Joshua 3; 4:1-8, 19-24.   Discusses how to recognize symbols of faith as assurances of God’s love and guidance.
 
Free Devotion Books! The adult education team has purchased some Presbyterian daily devotional books, These Days, to assist you in your daily spiritual walk with Christ.  Please take one from the lobby table or pass one on to someone who needs comfort!
 
NKPC Youth Crew Announcements
NKPC Youth Crew Carpool Caroling:   Would you like to go caroling in December 18th?   The crew will be driving around to the church shut-ins and caroling to them. Then, afterwards we will have a fun party at the church. Anyone is welcome to join us from 3-5 pm! 
 
Marketing Team:   A Church Logo? A New Tagline?  Eye Catching Landscape?  A New Front Sign? Maybe a name change???  The marketing team has been formed and will begin  meeting in December!  Please keep us in prayer.
 
Pastor Karen' email is Pastor.nkpc@gmail.com Cell phone is 616-644-5122.  Her office hours are Monday - Wednesday 9:30 - 3 pm. Contact her for lunch or coffee
 
CHALLENGE FOR NEW HYMNALS!  Our distinguished Music Director has issued a challenge to those who have not purchased one of the new hymnals.  Between now and the end of the year, he will match up to 24 new purchases.  This matches the number of faithful participants in the Hand Bell and Chancel Choirs.
​
Mission dates to remember:                                    
  • Winter Warmth Tree-new clothing……………..due 12-11-16
Gently used clothing………….......................due 1-9-17
  • Christmas Joy Offering…………..…due 12-18-16 or 12-25-16
 
Cookie Walk, Saturday, December 17th, NKPC will hold it's much acclaimed Cookie Walk.  Sign up sheets will soon appear for cookies and workers, but please save the date and start thinking of your best and prettiest cookies.  This is the biggest fund raiser the Women's Association holds each year so we need as much participation as possible.  Thanks!

A Former Member Moves on.  Learned from a daughter that Arlene Hughes Ruge, a member here from June 1987 to February 2001, died on November 10.  Arlene had a great love for this church and wanted her friends here to know she always thought of us, especially the mission trip to Mwandi.
 
Former Pastor Ben (Rev. Dr. Benebo Fubara-Manuel) has just been elected as the President of the Christian Council of Nigeria.  In this role, he will be advising the Nigerian government on policy positions.  Please keep Pastor Ben and his important work that shapes the world in your prayers. 

We are in need of a person to fill out our roster of three teachers for the Children’s Sunday School program. The teachers rotate as leaders for children’s time during our Sunday Services using the ‘user friendly’ materials “Growing in Grace and Gratitude”. If you feel called to help with this program, please contact  Rev. Karen Fitz-LeBarge at 616-866-2230.
 
The CE for Children committee is setting up a worship center in the classroom. We are looking for a small table, about the size of a bedside table. If you have one to donate, please contact the church office.
 



This Week of December 04, 2016 through December 11, 2016
   
DAY                            TIME                     EVENT            
              
Sunday 04                  10:00 am               Choir Rehearsal
                                    10:45 am              Worship Servvice
                                   After Worship       Advent Decorating Party

Monday 05               10:30 am                 Moms and Munchkins (Free Play Group)
                                   7:00 pm                Boy Scouts
 

Tuesday 06                7:15 am                 BNI
                                   7:30 am                Men's Breakfast (Mr. Burger, 5181 Northland Dr.)
                                   1:15 pm                 JOY Bible Study
                                   6:30 pm                Bell Choir Rehearsal
                                   7:00 pm                Women's AA
                                   7:30 pm                Choir Rehearsal
 

Wednesday 07           8:00 am                Women's Breakfast (New Beginnings, 5200 Northland Dr.)
                                   7:00 pm                AA
 

Thursday 08           

 
Friday 09                  9:00 am                 Morning AA


Saturday 10               8:30 am                 Men's Fellowship Group
 

Next Sunday 11        10:00 am                Choir Rehearsal
                                 10:45 am                Worship Service 

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