November 12, 2014 From the Pastor’s Study: I read an article in the Star Telegram recently by Ana Veciana-Suarez that talked about the joys and the sufferings of being a grandparent. The title of the article was “Grand parenting brings double the fun and the fear.” Not being a grandparent myself, but having observed many of you over the years, I could easily connect with and affirm all that she had to say. She starts out talking about the enjoyment and the wonder of “dimpled hands and little feet” but goes on to remind us that when “something goes wrong…you suffer twice;” once for your grandchild and a second as you see your own child hurting. She uses the example of a friend of hers whose granddaughter was undergoing a lengthy surgery in another town. She and her friend were exchanging texts early in the morning and Ms. Veciana-Suarez was trying to provide comfort and hope to her friend. “’Pray.’ I text her back. She already has. Grandmothers, I think, have his private number” she writes. I would not be surprised. I have seen the comfort and the peace that comes over those grandparents when they open themselves up in prayer to God. In her article she makes a statement that strongly relates my attitude about life, especially when being with families at hospitals. “As a veteran of grief and an expert in sorrow, I trust the world-renowned surgeons. They work wonders with science and scalpel. But my faith in miracles rests more securely with God.” We spend a lot of our lives depending on the things that we know and can do for ourselves but that is so limiting. God created this world for humanity so that we can be in relationship with God. This relationship puts our best interest at heart and opens us up to new possibilities of strength, peace, comfort, joy and presence in difficulties. I know that this is nothing new to most of you, but how “front-burner” is it for you? When times get hard or difficult we turn our thoughts and our prayers to requesting God’s protection, healing, strength and courage; because we cannot do it on our own. But what about the other times in our lives? God is not JUST the God of our lives in hurt, pain and fear. God is also the God of our lives in joy, and strength, and happiness, and ordinary days. It requires our willingness to connect with God in every aspect of life. As a grandparent, parent, or even a child, has not your relationship with a loved one been enhanced because of time spent together on the ordinary days of life? Yes, it is good to be there in the difficult times and, yes, that does strengthen your connection/relationship. But just being there during the difficult times does not build a lasting relationship of true family. Without all the ordinary times together the basis of understanding is limited and the ability to be ALL that is really needed by another is not there. That faith that Ms. Veciana-Suarez talks about is based on a relationship that has been building through both the ordinary and the difficult days for a long time. And I agree that grandparents may have God’s “private number” but it is because of the length of time that the relationship has been going on; not because God withholds it from the rest of us. That “private number” is readily available to us all if we are willing to spend the time building the relationship with God in all the days of our lives. I give you the same advice that Ms. Veciana-Suarez gave to her friend: Pray. Spend time with God building a relationship that enhances your life each and every day so that when the hard times hit you are already connected. Blessings, Page 2 Westminster News Presbyterian Women Then Joshua said to the people, “Sanctify yourselves; for tomorrow the LORD will do wonders among you.” Joshua 3:5 Join Presbyterian Women Circle Meetings and events in December. Tuesday, December 2nd: PW Coordinating Team will meet at 10:00 AM in the Friendship Classroom. Monday, December 8th: Night Circle 3 will meet at 7:00 PM at the home of Linda Wynne, 10183 Sunridge Dr. Tuesday, December 9th: Circle 1 will meet at 10:00 AM, at the home of Ann Wardlaw, 3709 Walton, Ave. Tuesday, December 9th: Circle 2 will meet at 10:00 AM at WPC. Sunday, December 14th: PW Annual Bake Sale, 8:30 AM—12:30 PM, Narthex. Tuesday, December 16th: General Gathering: Cookie Fill, Christmas Program & Covered Dish lunch, November Chancel Flowers 23rd: In Celebration of the 49th Wedding Anniversary of Robert and Kathy Nance Third Quarter Giving Statements are available for you to pick up in the Narthex area. If you have any questions regarding your financial statement please contact Larry Atkinson, Treasurer We Have Just What You Are Looking For In SUNDAY SCHOOL: Time: 9:45 AM Director of Christian Education, Eric Varnon Early Elementary— Study: Spark; Leaders: Shar Werner, Lauren Werner Older Elementary—(2nd—5th grade) Study: Spark; Leader: Susan Green Jr. High Youth—(6th—8th grade) Study: Talk sheet on the New Testament Leaders: Karen Swanson, Julie Riedel Sr. High Youth—(9th—12th) Study: Topical discussion, Leaders: Cal Miytake, Mike Francis Friendship Class—Study: Parables Of Jesus; Leaders: Donna Poe, Larry Bartlett, Kathy Nance, Neil Van Geem Pathfinders Class—Study: Case for Christ; Leader: Becky Bittle Explorer Class—Study: Hebrews; Leader: Eric Varnon Next Newsletter deadline will be Thursday, November 20, 2014 Please keep these police officers T. Jones JE Little MW Moore PF Morrison Membership Committee Please let us know your church ideas & suggestions. Located in the Narthex area. Westminster Presbyterian Church New Mission Statement: Westminster Presbyterian Church is a Christ-centered community of believers who express Christian values through service and worship. Through God’s grace and the power of the Holy Spirit, we embrace all who seek a place of spiritual growth and Christian fellowship. PRAYER REQUEST FOR OUR CHURCH "Session challenges all to continue to join us in daily prayer at noon (or as close as possible) as we lift collective prayer for God’s will for our church." Fathers, Brothers and Friends…. Join us on Saturday, November 29th 8:15 AM Men's Breakfast @ Rise and Shine Restaurant on Alta Mesa. Page 3 Westminster News On Wednesday, November 19, 2014 we will have the wonderful opportunity to become better acquainted with Jennifer Dawson, our Minister in Training. Getting to know her is a treat. So, please plan on sharing lunch with us at 11:45 am and then stay for the program. Jennifer has been advised that "Friends and Neighbors" is a fairly easy going crowd. WPC Youth & Children’s Ministry NOVEMBER Calendar Youth Director, Eric Varnon 2nd 4:30 PM Youth—Jr.& Sr. High Games and devotions @ RPC 9th 12:45—4 PM Children's Event (2nd – 5th grade) Messenger Fellowship at Ridglea Presbyterian Church No Youth Jr. High Retreat @ RPC God’s Gift of Sexuality Retreat 14th-15th Come join the fun Saturday, November 29th 10:00 AM 2014 Elder Retreat Friday, December 5th 6-9 PM Sat., December 6th, 9 AM –9 PM Location: Dionne Phillips Bagsby Sub-Courthouse Conference Center Sunday, December 14th Presbyterian Women Host a Holiday Bake Sale. After each Worship Service in the Narthex. 16th 9:45 AM Youth— Jr.& Sr. High Worship & Lunch @ RPC 23rd 12:45 PM Youth— Jr.& Sr. High Lunch & Volunteer at WestAid Food Pantry 3:30 PM Youth - Jr. & Sr. High Service Project “Kids Against Hunger” @ RPC 30th WPC Youth and Children will be joining Sunday activities with the Youth from Ridglea Presbyterian Church, at 6201 Camp Bowie Blvd. Fort Worth, TX 76116. Keep Up with What’s Going on in Youth Ministry at Westminster. Contact Eric Varnon, DCE/Y to be added to the Youth Update Email List: [email protected] 2015 Stewardship Campaign for Westminster Presbyterian Church has begun. We need everyone's help and support! Your 2015 Pledge card has been mailed out to you, please look for that. Your commitment to WPC is vital to our mission. Act 10:4b The angel answered, “Your prayers and gifts to the poor have come up as a memorial offering before God. Save your pennies for Presbyterian Nigh Shelter Collection: Sun. Jan. 4th Page 4 Westminster News Stewardship Proverbs Join us on Wednesdays at 7:00 pm. We have a variety of studies planned for the school year and hope any of the men of the church who are interested in exploring the Bible will check it out. Contact Larry Atkinson or Eric Varnon for study guides and more information. You May Need To Re-evaluate If: • You forgot that honoring God’s Word shows your love for God. • Your sacrificial giving is not a sacrifice. • You are not sure if you are a sheep or a goat. • You do not recognize your Shepherd’s voice. • Your word to God last about as long as your New Year’s resolutions. WOW! Women On Wednesday STUDY: JAMES—MERCY TRIUMPHS by Beth Moore When: Wednesdays, October 8 through December 3 (no Class Thanksgiving) Time: 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Where: Friendship Classroom Cost for Study book: $16 Questions: Patricia at 817-292-9386. Larry and Uta Engelhart 6150 Oakmont Trail #332 Fort Worth, TX 76132 Cell: 817.929.3703 The WPC Staff wish you all a very blessed Thanksgiving! Ruth Owen 6150 Oakmont Trail #209 Fort Worth, TX 76132 The WPC staff will be out of the Church office November 27-28 for the Thanksgiving Holiday. Linda Puckett 3454 Whittier St. Fort Worth, TX 76133 817.349.0509 WPC FOOD SUNDAY It is time for our annual Thanksgiving Basket drive at Christian Community Assistance. A complete food basket will include the food (listed below) and a $10 donation made out to WPC. Please do not put cash or checks in the bags. Please, make all checks payable to Westminster, and write “Turkey” on the subject line and put in offering plate. Please label your food basket: Complete : 2 food bags, and $10.00 donation made out to WPC, please designate Turkey. Or Incomplete Audrey Remley 6150 Oakmont Trail #316 Fort Worth, TX 76132 Marilyn Sorokin 2800 Sedona Ranch Rd. Apt. 1212 Fort Worth, TX 76131 Ellen White 6150 Oakmont Trail #204 Fort Worth, TX 76132 Carl & Judy Ewald New Phone: Cell: 817.565.8893 Judy Cell: 817.995.33521 Carl CCA Holiday Baskets 2014 My Giving Thanks Shopping List Food Bag #1 2 cans corn, 2 cans green beans, 2 cans fruit, 1 can cranberry sauce 1 box instant potatoes 1 cake mix and frosting OR 1 (non-refrigerated) pie crust and 1 can pie filling 2 bags/boxes stuffing mix 2 cans chicken broth 1 small box tea bags Food Bag #2 Flour, Sugar, Cooking Oil Please bring baskets and checks to Westminster by Sunday November 16, 2014. Baskets can be brought as late as Nov. 23rd. $10 donation to WPC Please do not put checks or cash in bags. (Make checks payable to Westminster. Write “Turkey” on subject line) If you have any questions, please contact the CCA office at 817-921-9622. A personal note or a small Bible is appreciated. Please use cloth (reusable) bags if possible. Westminster News Page 5 It is our tradition at Westminster to write our own Advent Devotional booklet. This year’s theme is “The Heart Of Christmas” We are excited to announce that Westminster Presbyterian Church (WPC) will again be hosting its Annual Holiday Gift Market on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2014. Please make plans to attend, and we would also be honored if you would like to be among the vendors to participate. Money raised at the Gift Market will be used as donations to local and international causes such as Tarrant Area Food Bank, Presbyterian Night Shelter, Union Gospel Mission, Bread of the World and Haiti Education Fund, among others. Operation Christmas Child It’s Shoe Box time! Collection at WPC Sunday, November 23rd Since 1993, more than 100 million boys and girls in over 130 countries have experienced God’s love through the power of simple shoebox gifts from Operation Christmas Child. Samaritan’s Purse works with local churches and ministry partners to deliver the gifts and share the life-changing Good News of Jesus Christ. Please sign up if you would like to reserve a hard copy of the Advent Devotional Book Or you can see our Advent Devotional Book on the WPC web site: www.wpcfw.org The Advent Devotion Book will be available for you First Sunday of Advent, November 30th. Thank you for your participation in this Wonderful Westminster Tradition! CHRISTMAS POINSETTIAS Christmas is just around the corner and it is time to order your Christmas Poinsettia plants. The plants have to be pre-ordered. To reserve your Christmas Poinsettia please fill out the Poinsettia envelope located in the Narthex and place in the collection plate by Sunday, November 30 Cost: $10.00 per plant Thank you, Shar Werner, 817.346.0404 ADOPT A CHILD FOR CHRISTMAS Early Childhood Intervention of Tarrant County In the Narthex you will find a poster of toddlers’ names that are waiting to be adopted for Christmas. Please sign your name by the child (or children) that your family has chosen. Bring the wrapped gifts labeled with the child’s name to church by Sunday, Dec. 15. The caseworkers of ECI identify the families that need the most assistance with Christmas . For some of the children, your gift will be the first new clothing or toys that they have ever received. If you have any questions, please call Annette Boyd (817-703-6948 or 817-731-9032) or call Vandee at the church office. If you are short on time, Annette can do the shopping and wrapping for you---just contact her with the amount you want to spend. Also, if you sign your name next to a child and later change your mind, please mark your name off the list in the narthex. The list is the only way we have to know if all of the names are chosen and we do not want any of the children to be without a gift. Thank you for your support. November 2014 Westminster Presbyterian Church TAX EIN NUMBER 75-094-5945 November Events November 1-3 Tuition Due November 12&13 State Trooper Visits ELP November 19&20 Thanksgiving Feasts November 24-28 Thanksgiving Holidays Holiday Reminders We follow the Fort Worth ISD Holiday School Schedule. This schedule is posted on the ELP Bulletin board for your convenience. Teachers also send notes home with reminders about upcoming holidays along with their classroom calendars. Holidays are also posted in the preschool newsletter for the month. Thanksgiving break is November 24-28 for the FWISD and ELP. State Trooper Visit State Trooper, Gary Rozzell will visit ELP on November 12 & 13 with important information for preschooler safety. Officer Rozzell will discuss seat belt safety, street safety, dialing 911 and Stranger Danger. Monthly Tuition Tuition is due the first of each month. The late charges for payments made after the first week of each month are $20. Your promptness is appreciated. Thanksgiving Feasts Thanksgiving feasts for our daily lunch is on November 19 and 20. Please look for sign-up sheets to help with the celebration. Teachers will request various food items, plates, napkins and drinks. Your participation helps to make these events a success. Thanks for your help and support. Keep Children Home if they have: Fever , Swollen glands or Earache Vomiting Body Rash 3 or more watery stools Thick mucus or pus draining from eyes Unusually Tired, Pale, or lack of appetite Looking Ahead: Winter Break begins December 22-January 2 Returning to Preschool on Monday, January 5 Westminster News Sunday Page 7 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 All Saints Day 2 3 4 5 Food Sunday 12 PM Congregational Meeting 3 PM Bell Choir 4 PM Chancel Choir 5-7 PM Youth @ RPC 6:30 PM Committee Chairman Meeting 7:15 PM Committee Meeting 7 AM—7 PM Election Polling (FH) 10 AM PW Coord. Team Meeting 7 PM Chapel Singers 7 PM Cub / Boy Scout 8 PM Ensemble 7 PM Men’s Bible Study 7 PM Women’s Bible Study 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Advent Devotional deadline 7 PM Finance Mtg. 7 PM PW—Circle 3 @ Dionne Bagsby’s home 10 AM PW Circle1 @ Betty Kessler’s 10 AM PW Circle 2 @ WPC 2 PM Newsletter Team 7 PM Cub / Boy Scout 7 PM Chapel Singers rehearsal 8 PM Ensemble ELP—State Trooper 7 PM Men’s Bible Study 7 PM Women’s Bible Study ELP—State Trooper Youth Event @ RPC (Jr. High) Youth Event @ RPC (Jr. High) Gift Market Set-up Youth Event @ RPC (Jr. High) 10 AM—3 PM Holiday Gift Market (FH) 16 Dedication / 17 18 19 20 Pledge Sunday 10:30—1 PM Youth 11:30 WPC Staff Meeting 7 PM Session Meeting 7 PM Cub / Boy Scout 7 PM Chapel Singers rehearsal 8 PM Ensemble 11:45 AM Friends & Neighbors 7 PM Men’s Bible Study 7 PM Women’s Bible Study 24 25 26 Veterans Sunday 12 PM All Church lunch, host—Worship 1-4 PM Children— Fellowship Messenger @ RPC 3 PM Bell Choir 4 PM Chancel Choir 6 PM Classic Music Night @ RPC 3 PM Bell Choir 4 PM Chancel Choir 23 Operation Christmas Child Shoebox collection 12:45 PM Youth Westaid @ RPC 3 PM Bell Choir ELP— Thanksgiving Break 7 PM Social Media & Evangelism ELP— Thanksgiving Break 2 PM Newsletter Team ELP— Thanksgiving Break 6 7 8 4-6 PM Mariners @ Omni Theatre 27 ELP— Thanksgiving Break Thanksgiving WPC/ELP Staff Holiday 21 22 Presbytery Meeting @ Canyon Creek Presb. Church, Richardson, TX Presbytery Meeting @ Canyon Creek Presb. Church, Richardson, TX 28 29 WPC/ELP Staff Holiday 9 AM 10 AM Decorate for Christmas / Advent 4 PM Chancel Choir 30 3 PM Bell Choir 4 PM Chancel Choir 5-7 PM Youth @ RPC NOVEMBER 2 Amy Couch 2 Loriet Schrader 2 Katy Werner 3 Linda Couch 4 Alton Bostick Jr. 4 Tory Fontenot 5 Roy Campbell 6 Pearl Hawley 8 Daisianne Younger 9 Linda Puckett 9 Dayton Atwood 9 Sharon Troutz 10 Alan Van Geem 11 Mary Van Geem 12 Roberta Wilcox 13 Mickey Rigney 13 Betty Flanagan 14 Amy Van Geem 15 Kathy Hall 15 Joyce Elliott 16 Maxine Peck 18 Larry Atkinson 18 Annette Boyd 19 Elaine Elliott 20 Robi McAllister 20 Nancy Craig 23 James Werner 27 Dutch Holland 28 Jay Ewald 28 John Kepnga 29 Debra Bostick 29 Keith Miyatake 30 Nathan Tallman Westminster Presbyterian Church 7001 Trail Lake Drive Fort Worth, TX 76133 Main: (817) 292-1155; Fax: (817) 292-5903 Contemporary Worship Service: 8:45 AM, Sundays Traditional Worship Service: 11:00 AM, Sundays Web-Site: E-mail: Newsletter: Office Hours: Office Phone/Fax: Minister: www.wpcfw.org [email protected] www.wpcfw.org 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM (817) 292-1155 / (817) 292-5903 Dr. Donald R. Hogg [email protected] Director of C.E./Youth: Eric Varnon [email protected] Director of Music: Dr. Don Timberlake [email protected] Minister-In-Training: Jennifer Dawson [email protected] Office Administrator: Vandee DeLeon [email protected] Organist: Kathy Moriarty Treasurer: Larry Atkinson [email protected] Clerk of Session: Patricia Klint Early Learning Place: Rose Wynne [email protected] Serving the Church — Sunday, November 16, 2014, Sermon: Scriptures: Pulpit: Counters: Doorstep Ministry: Elder on Call: Greeters: Liturgist: Sound Room: Usher Team: Worship Team (8:45) Serving the Church — Sunday, November 23, 2014 Sermon: Scriptures: Pulpit: Counters: Doorstep Ministry: Elder on Call: Flowers: Greeters: Liturgist: Sound Room: Usher Team: Worship Team (8:45) 2014 SESSION MEMBERS David Bernardez Connie Bosworth Judy Ewald Lisa Francis Susan Green Celestine Kepnga Harold Leeds Mike Moriarty Kathleen Nance Geraldine Parish Linda Puckett Vance Riedel Mickey Rigney Roselyn Tembiwa Jule White Greg Williams Linda Wynne 2014 COMMITTEE and CHAIRMEN Building & Grounds: Mike Moriarty, Chairman Kathy Nance Christian Education: Jule White, Chairman Geraldine Parish Vance Riedel Finance/Stewardship: Mickey Rigney, Chairman Linda Puckett Membership: Hal Leeds, Chairman Celestine Kepnga Roselyn Tembiwa Outreach & Mission: Lisa Francis, Chairman Connie Bosworth Susan Green Personnel: Linda Wynne, Chairman Greg Williams Worship: Judy Ewald, Chairman David Bernardez “The Increase Of Talents” I Thessalonians 5:1-11; Matthew 25:14-30 Rev. Dr. Donald R. Hogg Bob Craig, Bob Bittle Pat Bellingham, Betty Kessler Susan Green Gordon and Linda Couch Karen Swanson Teddy Claus Shirley Godby, Dub Godby, Rosie Vela, Robert Vela, Linda Puckett, Kathy Hall Larry and Debbie Bartlett Westminster News Presbyterian Church USA 7001 Trail Lake Drive Fort Worth, Texas 76133 “The Sheep From The Goats” Ezekiel 34:11-24; Matthew 25:31-46 Rev. Dr. Donald R. Hogg Mickey Rigney, Tom Crouch Rosie and Robert Vela Kathleen Nance In Celebration of Robert and Kathy Nance’s 50th Wedding Anniversary Pat Bellingham, Betty Kessler Kathy Nance Vance Riedel Peggy Claus, Teddy Claus, Allison Hurd, Leslie Varnon, Alice Carter Susan Green, Shar Werner
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