Steeple News
A Newsletter of
Greenwich Presbyterian Church
February 2017
Worship Schedule
8:45 and 11:00 am
Sunday School 9:45 am
Nursery provided
Greenwich
Presbyterian Church
Church Office: 703-754-7933
15305 Vint Hill Road, Nokesville, VA 20181
www.greenwichpres.org
Church Office Hours: 9:00 AM until 4:00 PM, Mon - Fri
Church Staff
Don Meeks, Pastor
[email protected]
Eric Beckman, Associate Pastor
[email protected]
Bill Lover, Parish Associate
Maria Duffus, Administrative Assistant
[email protected]
Lon Quinones, Director of Music Ministries
[email protected]
Joy Yates, Finance and Communications Administrator
[email protected]
Angela Norman, Nursery Supervisor
Will Keller, Facilities Manager
[email protected]
Preschool Staff
Elaine Arbus, Preschool Director / Teacher
[email protected]
Dana Jenkins, Preschool Music Teacher
Cindy McCain, Preschool Teacher
Lydia Peele, Preschool Teacher
Chasity Spittle, Preschool Assistant Director /Admin. Assistant
Alaina Sutton, Preschool Teacher
Please be in prayer this month
for our church family & friends…
For Recent Healing & Uplifting
Martha Bloom, the family of Charles Boyd, Grace Cline, Lester
Cockerille, Colene Jones, Kristin Jones, Charles McLane, Becky
O’Neil, Darrell Ramey, the Ruckle family, MaryAnn Stetler,
Marilyn Taylor, Bill Wengert, Becky Whitelock.
For Continuing Care
Angie Arnold, Bill Barber, Jr., Angelette Carter, Ayla
Cummings, Audrey Ann Edwards, Leon Eggers, Barbara
Jackson, Jacquie Meeks, Christine Mills, Sheryl Overton, Danny
Pinney, Quintin Royer, Elsie Shrewsbury, Phil Swinford,
Charlie Wright.
Praises
The birth of Emmaline Alice Hultgren, daughter of John &
Mary (Naylor) Hultgren and granddaughter of Jerry & Kathy
Naylor.
Serving our Country
Earl Arnold, Patrick Arnold, Carter Carroll, Joseph Cofer, Ray
Franze, Timothy Healy, Richard Hileman, Josh Lewis, Russell
McMillan, Sammy Murillo, Rob Price, James Rowe, Paul
Sturges, Jason West, Dan Williams.
To request prayer or join our email prayer team, send a message to
our prayer team at [email protected].
February Birthdays
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Suzanne Lynn
Scott Snow
Mike Williams
Amy Montgomery
Eliana House
Jayden Fridgen
Terry Mauller
Karen Register
Kristin Baker
Amy Grigsby
Lee Arnold
Wes Tarr
Pat Wengert
Lee Miller
Darin Snoots
Kathy Snow
Ashton White
Katie Swanson
Ann Winn
Patrick Arnold
Steve Hilsen
Mary Mauck
Corky Mauller
Leon Eggers
Amanda Spittle
Sarah Earman
Jackson Harvey
Jackson Thorne
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Deb Clinard
Robbie Platt
Ryan Schaefer
Tess Miller
Emily Payne
Eric Keller
Anton Keller
Mike Lynn
Janet Moore
Scott Donaldson
Ellie Rector
Stan Wood
Jane Lion
Sandra Lowry
Connor Spittle
Everett Swanson
Steven Williams
Joyce Barber
Sawyer Beckman
Sarah Desmedt
Terri Snoots
Brendan Halstead
Mike Ryan
Bob Schaefer
Ryan Wood
Ron Zavattieri
February Calendar of Events at Greenwich
To view full calendar of events,
be sure to visit the church website: greenwichpres.org
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Hand bell Choir Rehearsal – 6:00 PM
Chancel Choir Rehearsal – 7:15 PM
Women’s Bible Study- 9:30 AM
Farthest Corners – 7:00 PM
Men’s Bible Study – 6:30 AM
Women’s Bible Study- 9:30 AM
Session Retreat – 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Circle 5 – 9:30 AM
Communion Sunday
Morning Worship – 8:45/11:00 AM
Sunday School – 9:45 AM
Girl Scouts – 5:00 PM
Youth Family Super Bowl Party – 6:00 PM
Prayer Group- 10:00 AM
Alcoholics Anonymous – 7:00 PM
Women’s Ministry Meeting – 10:00 AM
Circle 1 – 12:30 PM
Deacons – 7:00 PM
Men’s Group – 8:30 PM
Hand bell Choir Rehearsal – 6:00 PM
Chancel Choir Rehearsal – 7:15 PM
Women’s Bible Study- 9:30 AM
Circle 2 – 6:30 PM
Men’s Bible Study – 6:30 AM
Women’s Retreat Weekend (thru Sun. 2/12)
Second Saturday – 12:30 PM
Morning Worship – 8:45/11:00 AM
Sunday School – 9:45 AM
Prayer Group- 10:00 AM
Alcoholics Anonymous – 7:00 PM
Men’s Group – 8:30 PM
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Mar 1
Quilting – 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Hand bell Choir Rehearsal – 6:00 PM
Chancel Choir Rehearsal – 7:15 PM
Women’s Bible Study- 9:30 AM
Men’s Bible Study – 6:30 AM
Community Quilt Day – 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Morning Worship – 8:45/11:00 AM
Sunday School – 9:45 AM
Christian Connection to FFS – 12:30 PM
Girl Scouts – 5:00 PM
Prayer Group- 10:00 AM
Alcoholics Anonymous – 7:00 PM
Ministry Report. – 7:00 PM
Men’s Group – 8:30 PM
Hand bell Choir Rehearsal – 6:00 PM
Chancel Choir Rehearsal – 7:15 PM
Women’s Bible Study- 9:30 AM
Men’s Bible Study – 6:30 AM
Women’s Bible Study – 9:30 AM
Morning Worship – 8:45/11:00 AM
Sunday School – 9:45 AM
Prayer Group- 10:00 AM
Circle 3 – 10:00 AM
Alcoholics Anonymous – 7:00 PM
Men’s Group – 8:30 PM
Ash Wednesday Service and Dinner – 6:00 PM
Church Family News and
Opportunities
Second Saturday Group
February 11
Join us as we gather in fellowship hall to share a potluck lunch
and challenge ourselves to identify some "Famous Pairs". Not
necessarily married or couples, but those most identified with
each other. Fun for all with prizes to be awarded. Bring
a hearty winter dish to share as we fellowship together. All are
welcome - and it is always nice to see new faces. Please RSVP
to Pat Eggers at [email protected] or 540.347. 2727.
Women Without Spouses,
February 13 (12:30-3:00pm)
Join us for a Valentine get-together at the home
of Lynne Snow. Bring an appetizer or dessert
to share. RSVP by February 10 to Diane Carroll
at 571-334-1538 or [email protected]
Quilting Group
Community Service
February 18 (8:00am4:00pm)
Join us for our community
service
day!
For
more
information, bulletins are located
on the table in the lobby or contact Lisa House
at 703.594.2308 or [email protected].
Welcome New Elders and Deacons
On January 8th, we ordained and installed the following individuals
to serve as our newly elected Elders and Deacons:
Deacon Class of 2019
Susan Boyd
Cece Marshall
Tom O’Neill
Beckie Whitacre
Elder Class of 2019
Bill Barnhart
Hal Frampton
Lisa Heckathorn
Brett Hinkey
Jeremy Byrd
Election of New Deacon
With thanks to God, we are delighted to announce that Jeremy
Byrd was elected to the Deacon Class of 2018 (Filling a 2 year
unexpired term) at our January 8th Congregational Meeting.
Thank you to these servants, and their families, for your willingness
to offer your faith, hope and love to serve the Greenwich church
family in the years ahead!
Scripture Memory Challenge
When Jesus taught his first followers what kind of
people will produce fruit in his kingdom, he said it is
“those with a noble and good heart, who hear the word, retain
it, and by persevering produce a crop.” (Luke 8:15). We
want to be that kind of community! Each month, our
church family strives to memorize a key verse from the
Bible and learn what it means.
February Verse - Matthew 22:37-40
Jesus replied: “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart
and with all your soul and with all your mind.’ This is the
first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it:
‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’ All the Law and the
Prophets hang on these two commandments.”
For family devotional ideas, be sure to visit the
Scripture Memory page on our website:
http://www.greenwichpres.org/ministries--connect-grow/scripture-memory-challenge
Confident Parenting Seminar
April 1 (8:30am – 12:00pm)
We have invited Dr. Jim Burns, a parenting expert and the
director of HomeWord to lead an educational workshop for
parents here at Greenwich. This seminar offers a comprehensive
approach to developing a God-honoring parenting philosophy
& healthy family atmosphere.
Whether you are a couple, a single parent, or a grandparent –
this lively and informative seminar will encourage you and
provide you with the help to become more confident and
develop a healthy plan for your family.
Registration Information
Registration Fee: $20 per person/$30 per couple
Childcare is included in the cost of registration!
For more information or to register/pay online visit:
http://www.greenwichpres.org/ministries--connect-grow/family-ministry/confident-parenting-seminar
If finances are an obstacle, please let us know. Questions &
registration information, please contact:
Maria Duffus at 703-754-7933 or [email protected]
February Food Collection
The 4th/5th Grade Christian Connection
Group invite the Congregation to
On Sunday, February 5th and during the entire month
of February, the following items are being collected:
Canned Soup
Canned Vegetables
Who does this support? Fauquier Family Shelter
How can I participate? Bring in canned soup or canned goods.
Items can be placed in the basket outside the church office or in
bins located in the lobby outside the sanctuary.
Questions? Contact Joy Yates at [email protected]
or 703-754-7933
Medical Missionary Team
Two of our Greenwich family, John & Schelly Harrison, will be
serving in Haiti in early March with a medical missionary
team. The team has requested supplies for their patients: large
bottles of extra strength Tylenol, Motrin, children’s Tylenol &
Motrin, liquid Tylenol (generic versions of Tylenol & Motrin
are OK), quart size ziplock bags, and standard size kitchen
trash bags. Donations can be place in the food collection tubs
in the sanctuary and outside the church office. Please pray for
the people of Haiti and the mission team.
Save Lives, Fill a Bottle
The Change for Life Baby Bottle Campaign for Care Net
Pregnancy Centers has started. The funds you collect will help
save lives, spare hearts, and share the gospel. It's easy to
participate! Pick up a bottle in the lobby and fill it with coins,
cash and checks over the coming weeks. Bring it back to the
church before Sunday, March 19th, and know that you are
making a positive difference in the lives of women and
children in your community.
***UPDATE***
CNPRC's are so grateful for the generosity of those of
Greenwich Presbyterian supporting their ministry. There were
11 baby bottle returned this past Sunday, 1-29-17, and were
filled with coins, cash and checks in the amount of $531.46!!
There were 120 baby bottles displayed on the stand in the rear
of the church with about 30 empty one still remaining to be
filled. So pick one up and continue to fill the bottles that you
took home. Return between now and 3-19-17. May God Bless
you all abundantly!!
Greenwich Preschool:
Registration Open for
2017-2018 School Year
Registration is now open for church members, current and
former student families. Open registration to the public begins
on February 7th. We accept children ages 3-5 years old. Our
preschool uses an alphabet based curriculum and also covers
colors, numbers, shapes, writing skills, as well as beginning
reading skills and mathematics. This preschool provides
opportunities for children to grow socially, academically and
spiritually. Biblical truth is taught through daily prayer, bible
stories, songs and a monthly chapel time. Students also
participate in a music class once a week. We have a bridging
Pre-K program that bridges the gap between preschool and
kindergarten.
Classes offered include:
3’s
2 day and 3 day classes
4’s
3 day and 5 day classes
4’s/5’s Pre K class
5 day class
For more information, email the preschool
at [email protected] or call 703.754.7933.
The Bull Run Republican Women's Club
"Assault Prevention for Women"
Saturday, March 18
10 AM – 1 PM
The Bull Run Republican Women's Club is holding a
situational awareness and self-defense for women by an expert
in the field.
The class will be taught by John Desmedt, ASAIC, Firearms
and Physical Skills Training, U.S. Secret Service (Ret.). He
served on President Reagan's protective detail, and is the
owner of Protective Safety Services (PSS), which trains law
enforcement Instructors and Executive Protection Teams,
locally, nationally and internationally. Mr. Desmedt is
providing his expertise at no cost to you or to the Bull Run
Club, for which we are extremely grateful.
Because of limited seating, an RSVP is required. There is no fee
to attend, but we would appreciate a voluntary donation of $5,
if you are able, to cover the cost of refreshments and a donation
to the church in appreciation for the use of the facilities. This
donation is completely voluntary, and all women who reserve
a seat will be welcomed.
Ladies, please feel free to invite your friends and family
members. Please note that the class is for women only. We
suggest that attendees be age 16 or above due to the nature of
the discussion, but we will leave the decision to the parents
as to whether younger girls are mature enough to attend.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, or to RSVP, please contact:
Meg Desmedt: [email protected] phone: 703-754-0694
Wednesday, March 1st
6:00pm – Light Dinner
Fellowship Hall
7:00pm - Worship Service
Historic Chapel
Nursery provided during worship
“Even now,” declares the LORD, “return to me with
all your heart, with fasting and weeping and
mourning.” Rend your heart and not your garments.
Return to the LORD your God, for he is gracious and
compassionate, slow to anger and abounding in
love… Joel 2:12-13
Annual Thai Dinner to Benefit Farthest Corners
Saturday, April 22nd
@ The Inn at Vint Hill
We are asking for donations to our Silent Auction!
Suggested items to donate include:
Vacations
(week at your vacation home/time share)
Tickets
(sporting events, theme parks, shows, concerts)
Your Artwork
(paintings, drawings)
Gift Cards
(restaurant, hotel, grocery, Amazon)
Services
(house cleaning, auto repair, gardening, house painting, pet
sitting)
Baskets
(chocolate lovers, gardening, family game night)
If you have an item you or your family would like to donate,
please contact the church office at
[email protected] or 703.754.7933
Greenwich Yard Sale
Saturday, May 6
7:00am to 1:00pm
It’s still winter, but now is a good time
to start clearing out items to donate!
(Items can be dropped off here at Greenwich
Beginning Monday, May 1).
We are looking for the following items:
Baby Clothing
Furniture & Antiques
Crafts & Hobbies
Adult Shoes
Small Appliances
Holiday Decorations
Baby Items
Tools
Electronics
Plants
Housewares
Toys
Purses
Jewelry
Books
Videos
Recreation & Sporting Goods
Please note, we will NOT be taking adult clothing, televisions,
and large appliances (refrigerators,
washers, dryers, etc.)
We need many volunteers this year -- people who can help
during the week prior to the sale (collecting & sorting), and
people who can help the day of the sale.
All proceeds will benefit
the Mission Fund!
If you have any questions, or would like to volunteer, please
contact the church office at [email protected] or
703.754.7933.