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FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
January 26, 2020
See Sunday Worship Times in the Included Calendar. First Presbyterian Church of Mount Clemens invites you to
“Come casual, leave fulfilled.” 168 Cass Avenue ۰ Mount Clemens, MI 48043
www.fpcmtclemens.com ۰ 586-465-0461 email: office@fpcmtclemens.com
—Mission Statement—
First Presbyterian Church of Mount Clemens joyfully shares the love of God and our faith in Jesus Christ through worship, fellowship and service to others.
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A WARM WELCOME is extended to all who worship with us this day. We hope you will encounter the living Christ and experience the warmth of our caring family of faith. If you are visiting and are in search of a church home, we invite you to become a part of our church family. Whether you are a longtime member, a frequent guest, or a
first-time visitor please note your name and those with you along with your contact information on the fellowship pad. In preparation for worship, please take time to
silence all electronic devices.
SUNDAYS
January 26 10am Unity Service, Message: State of the Congregation Address: A Message of Hope. Join us in this Unity Service to hear from Pastor Gail and various congregation leaders, followed by a Congregational Meeting and then the Chili Cookoff! Proceeds will go to the Macomb Foster Closet which provides assistance to children in foster and their families.
February 2 Message: 9:00am, Morning Glory Worship hosts Super Bowl Sunday of Faith. Join us to hear testimonies from the personal lives of various NFL players!
10:30am Traditional Worship: Living into Christ’s Prophetic Voice, Micah 6:1-8,
Matt 5:1-12
4:00 pm Confirmation Class begins this afternoon in the Parlor.
THIS AND THAT
Per Capita Dues January is the time that we remind all members that our per capita fees are due. Per Capita is an amount due to our Presbytery, Synod and General Assembly to support their work and mission. Per Capita is paid by every PCUSA church on every member for $30.55. We ask each member to pay their own per capita; this empowers our church to use our budget for the mission and work of this church. Please consider giving your per capita of $30.55, for each Confirmed/Adult member in addition to your tithe (married couples would pay $61.10)
Stewardship: Moving Forward in God’s Call… If you haven’t yet turned in your pledge this year, please do so as soon as possible! This is so important for our 2020 budget. Thank you to all who have turned them in! If you have asked for Offering Envelopes you can find them on the office counter.
CONFIRMATION CLASS All students in grades 8-10 are invited to participate in the 2020 Confirmation class. The class will begin meeting on Sunday afternoons on January 26, with Confirmation Sunday on May 17. Adults interested in serving as Confirmation partners are welcome. Contact Pastors Gail or Dan for information. Sundays, 4pm • Jan. 26 • Feb. 9 • Feb. 23 • March 8 • March 29 • April 19 Session meeting, Tuesday, April 21, 7-7:30
Evening Friday, May 1, 7 p.m.—midnight Confirmation Sunday: May 17, 10:00am
The Thoughtful Christians Study, Thursdays at 10am in the Library for Men and Women. Christ calls us to be his disciples and to keep growing in our faith!
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Reformed Spirituality. Celtic Christianity has been around since the 3rd century
and is experiencing a resurgence. Why? Come learn what it is and why it is so appealing especially younger generations. Scripture study is included. There is no prep work; come learn, practice and grow in faith!
CONGREGATIONAL SELF-STUDY MEETINGS IN 2020: CHOOSE ONE MEETING TO ATTEND! Flyers are available at church with more details! The Transition Team is encouraging all members to attend one of these meetings. Your input is very important for the future of our church! There are 5 meetings at various times to choose from; choose 1 meeting to attend! If possible RVSP to the church office: Email: office@fpcmtclemens.com or call (586) 465-0461
• Friday, January 31, 4:00 – 6:00 pm, Peggy Huntington’s house, 38 Moross, Mount Clemens, 48043
• Wednesday, February 12, 5:00-7:00 pm, Family Life Center at Church • Soup and Salad will be served. (perfect for families with kids in Angels in
Training)
• Thursday, February 13, 7:00-9:00pm, Dorothy Joseph’s house,36156 Saint Clair Dr, New Baltimore, 48047
• Sunday, February 23, 11:45- 1:45pm, at Church after the Second Service in Fellowship Hall. Soup and Salad served
• Wednesday, March 11, 7:00-9:00pm, Cheryl Focht’s House, 37901 John P St, Clinton Township, 48036
From Jeanette Armstrong, Minister to Children and Families An ongoing effort to clean out and improve the Sunday school room is in progress. It is also the office of the Minister for Children and Families. Please do not use this room as a storage area. Your cooperation is appreciated. •The generosity of the individuals who have donated toys to the nursery is appreciated, but at this point we are asking for no more toy donations to the nursery as we have plenty.
The January and February Issues of the Herald are available on our website, or in hard copy on the Narthex table and the table in the back of the Fellowship Hall. Snow Policy FPC follows the school schedule for Wednesday night programs. If Mount Clemens Community Schools are closed due to inclement weather, there is No Wednesday night program. However, for Sundays, we are here unless there is an emergency warning on the TV and radio to stay off the roads. Just remember…safety first!
STAFF
Rev. Gail E. Monsma, Interim Pastor gailmonsma@fpcmtclemens.com Rev. Dan Heaton, Supply Pastor pastordan@fpcmtclemens.com Wesley Reynoso, Music Minister wreynoso@fpcmtclemens.com
Beth Baker, Office Manager office@fpcmtclemens.com
Kim Heaton, Membership/Financial Secretary fpcbooks@fpcmtclemens.com Jeanette Armstrong, Minister to Children and Families
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SUNDAY, JANUARY 26
10:00am UNITY Service / Sanctuary / Sunday School State of the Congregation Address after Worship Chili Cookoff, Family Life Center, after Annual Meeting 1-4:15pm WholeTruth Christian Church Worship Service, Fellowship Hall 4-5:30pm Confirmation Class, Parlor
6-7:30pm IGNITE and IMPACT Youth Groups Meet, FLC
MONDAY, JANUARY 27
11:00am AA Meeting, Downstairs Classroom 5:30pm AA Meeting, Downstairs Classroom
TUESDAY, JANUARY 28
1/28-2/1 Jeanette Armstrong to APCE Meeting (Association of Presbyterian Christian Educators) Little Rock, Arkansas
4:00pm Presbytery Meeting, Lakeshore Presbyterian Church 6:30pm Morning Glory Worship Team Meeting, Library
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 29
5-7:00pm Wednesday Evening Programs, Churchwide
THURSDAY, JANUARY 30
10:00am The Thoughtful Christians, Adult Education, Library 11:00am AA Meeting, Downstairs Classroom
6:00pm Bell Choir Rehearsal, Music Room 6:30pm Finance Committee Meeting, Library, 7:30pm Chancel Choir Rehearsal, Music Room
AA Meeting, Downstairs Fellowship Hall
FRIDAY, JANUARY 31
4-6:00pm Self Study Meeting, Huntington Home,
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 1
Feb. 1 Session Retreat, Family Life Center, 9-3:00pm
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 2
9:00am Morning Glory Worship, Fellowship Hall / Communion / Super Bowl Sunday of Faith Family Sunday, no Sunday School, Children stay in worship with parents
10:30 am Traditional Worship Service, Sanctuary/Communion/Family Sunday 1-4:15pm WholeTruth Christian Church Worship Service, Fellowship Hall 4-5:30pm Confirmation Class, Parlor
6-7:30pm No IGNITE and IMPACT Youth Groups this Sunday
FEBRUARY
Feb. 4 FPC Youth Singers Rehearsal, Music Office, 5:15pm Mission Committee Meeting, Office, 6:00pm
Buildings, Properties, and Technology Committee Meeting, Library, 7:00pm Feb. 6 The Thoughtful Christians, Adult Education, Library, 10am
Transformation Team Meeting, Pastor’s Office, 5:30pm Feb. 7-9 Pastor Gail out of the Office
Feb. 9 Sunday Worship Times—9:00 and 10:30 a.m. / Youth Sing / Sunday School Youth Praise Team sing at Morning Glory
Confirmation Class, Parlor, 4-5:30pm
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Feb. 10 March Herald Articles Due from Staff, Committees, and Congregation Deacon Meeting, Library, 1pm
Prayer Shawl Ministry, Kitchen, 1:00pm Feb. 11 Staff Meeting, Office, 9am
Worship and Music 2nd Service Committee Meeting, Library, 7pm
Feb. 12 Self Study Meeting, Family Life Center, 5-7:00pm Personnel Committee Meeting, Pastor’s Office, 5:30pm
Feb. 13 The Thoughtful Christians, Adult Education, Library, 10am Finance Committee Meeting, Office, 7pm
Self Study Meeting, Dorothy Joseph’s Home, 7-9:00pm Feb. 16 Sunday Worship Times—9:00 and 10:30 a.m.
/ Chancel Bells Play at 2nd Service
Feed the Hungry, Zion United Church of Christ, 1:00pm IMPACT Meets, FLC, 6-7:30 p.m. / NO IGNITE Feb. 18 Session Meeting, Parlor, 7:00 p.m.
Feb. 19 Pub Theology, O’Halloran’s Public House, Downtown Mount Clemens, 7pm Feb. 20 The Thoughtful Christians, Adult Education, Library, 10am
Feb. 23 Sunday Worship Times—9:00 and 10:30 a.m./Sunday School/Children Sing Self Study Meeting, Fellowship Hall, 11:45-1:45pm
Confirmation Class, Parlor, 4-5:30pm
IGNITE and IMPACT Youth Groups Meet, FLC, 6-7:30 p.m. Feb. 25 Staff Meeting, Office, 9am
Morning Glory Worship Team Meeting, Library. 6:30pm Feb. 26 ASH WEDNESDAY
Pancake Supper, Fellowship Hall, 6:00pm Worship Service, Fellowship Hall, 6:30pm
Feb. 27 The Thoughtful Christians, Adult Education, Library, 10am
