May
2017
On the Fly
Central
Press
It is in deep gratitude that I give each and every one of you my thanks for a rich
and meaningful Lent and Easter. My hope is that you found an opportunity to
attend one or more of the services and took some time to reflect upon your
spiritual walk with Jesus.
INSIDE THIS EDITION
On the Fly
1-2
SPT Minutes
2
Financials
3
Session Minutes
3
Christian Education
4
Homeward Bound
5
Kids’ Night Out
5
Youth News
5
Birthdays
6
Softball Schedule
7
Library Corner
7
New Habitat Build
7
Staff Directory
8
Throughout Lent and Easter, in both our Celebration and Traditional services, it has
been a delight to see the lovely gifting at Central through spoken word, choirs,
leaders, instruments, and beautiful decorations. Central, I give you thanks!! Well
done!!!
Working together does make a difference. I’ve heard that some people at Central
have asked how they might become involved in the life of the church. If this is a
question you have had, please give me a call and let’s talk. One thing I’ve learned
about ministry is that it’s not about plugging people in to do what we’ve always
done. Ministry is working together with our particular gifts and finding the way God
might use those gifts in this place and in this time. We begin in conversation.
And now we burst into May which doesn’t seem possible, does it? The month of
May is always busy with end of school year activities, graduations, and all sorts of
other celebrations before summer blazes upon us and the summer vacations
commence. For a few moments we celebrate the glory of the season of spring.
As a child, spring meant more time playing outside. Our winter things were packed
away in moth balls or sent to the cleaners for storage through the summer. The
heavy bedspreads were replaced with light summer weight quilts.
One of the quilts in our home was made in a beautiful Double Wedding Ring
pattern. I loved looking at the small squares of fabrics as I traced my fingers along
the circular designs and searched for matching
pieces of fabric. I don’t have a story behind who
made that Wedding Ring quilt or when it came to
be in our family. I do know that the Wedding Ring
quilt seemed welcoming to me and always cool on
a hot summer’s day.
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Quilts have stories. We have stories to tell about quilts. So, I would like to request that we have Quilt Sunday
on May 14th. On that Sunday our scriptures, Psalm 23 and John 10:1-10 will remind us of the Good Shepherd
and God’s embrace.
I’m inviting you to bring a quilt to church that day and we will drape the them over some of our pews so we
can marvel at the expanse of God’s handiwork and the hands that quilted those pieces together. Quilt Sunday
we will be a time we remember the Good Shepherd and those who have nurtured and surrounded us with
comfort and love as we have moved through life.
As God continues to stitch us together in this living quilt called church, remember that God is living through
each of us as we move about in the world. Be the hands and feet!
Cheers and Blessings,
Lucia
Strategic Planning Teams Minutes April 10, 2017
Strategic Planning Team Coordinator (Nina Pomery – elder)
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Asked the teams to discuss their purpose
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Asked the teams to begin a planning calendar for the year
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After discussion – decided to invite congregation to June 12 meeting 6:00 p in Large Fellowship Hall
Education SPT (Lou Camilotto elder)
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Purpose – serve God’s people at Central by communicating and supporting the education of adults, youth
and children in all aspects of the church
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Safe Child Policy Manual was discussed
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Each ministry teams of Education team is encouraged to reach out to all members of church family
Fellowship SPT (Sarah Johnson elder)
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Purpose – Fellowship builds community, it’s the glue that binds us together as a community of believers
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Discussed various ideas for fellowship events throughout the year
Member Engagement SPT (Willie Burgess elder)
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Purpose – Encourage newcomers; nurture current members; communicate what Central is/does both
internally and externally
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Discussed possible banners and signage
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Communication materials and strategies were discussed
Mission SPT (Alex Moon-elder)
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No report
Worship SPT (Kathy Meeks elder)
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Reviewed team purpose and goals
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Discussed special services and combined services
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Discussed the need for an usher team for the Celebration Service
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Discussed the need for teams for Hanging of the Greens at both services
(Compiled from SPT minutes. Please contact the listed elders for more detailed information.)
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Financials
March 2017
Year-to-Date
Actual
Planned
Actual
Planned
Income
$34,267
$51,990
$114,324
$155,970
Expense
$49,927
$58,945
$127,763
$162,087
Net
($15,660)
($2,835)
($13,439)
($6,117)
YTD income exceeds expenses. Seasonality expenses have been well
controlled. The challenge remains on the income side of the church’s finances.
Session Minutes April 24, 2017
At the April 24th meeting Session:
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opened the meeting with prayer by the Moderator
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voted to request $50,000 from the Foundation for tuck pointing and sealing
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voted to request half of the bill for David Comstock’s study leave from the Foundation
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voted to request $500 from the Foundation for the Girl Scouts
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voted to invite a group from 2nd Presbyterian Church in Indianapolis to stay overnight in the
Education Building on their mission trip June 26 – June 30
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had a walkthrough of the Education Building to explore ways it might better used to serve
the needs of the community
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invited the congregation to attend the June 12th meeting of the SPTs at 6pm to be held the
Large Fellowship Hall
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viewed a video called “This Is Water” by David Foster Wallace
Betty Stoddart Clerk of Session
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Christian Education
“Women’s Issues in 2017”
Mark your calendars make plans to attend!
Sundays 10:00 - 10:50 A.M.
June 4 - Gender Equity in 2017 Introduction
Sue Graham Central Member
June 11 - Poverty, Hunger and Homelessness
Jennifer Layton, Executive Director of
Lafayette Transitional Housing Center
June 18 - Violence Against Women
Rebecca Wellner, Director, YWCA
Domestic Violence Shelter
June 25 - Affordable & Competent Child Care
Dr. Patricia Boling, Purdue University
July 2 - No session
July 9 - Maternal and Infant Health Care
Analei Whitlock, Purdue Nurse Practitioner
July 16 - Continuing Gender Wage Gap
Emily Martinez, Purdue PhD Student
July 23 - Under-Representation in Politics
Panel: Nancy Nargi, Sally Siegrist
July 30 - Women’s Issues and the Bible
Pastor Lucia Oerter
Hebrews 12:1-3
This weekly series continues through May 21 at
10:00 a.m. on Sundays. This class led by Don Nead
discusses issues that come with
the end of life (legal -medical nitty-gritty) what can be done
now and how to talk with
family about those matters.
The more decisions you make
ahead of time, the easier it will
be for the survivors.
May 7 - Nitty Gritty Issues at the End of LifeRev. Dr. Don Nead - Retired Campus Pastor
May 14 - Talking with the Family and Others Rev. Bill Walthour -Retired Hospital Chaplain
May 21 - Wrapping up PAGE – An Opportunity to
complete a form that can be left at the church office
concerning final arrangements. - The Reverends
Lucia Oerter, Don Nead and Bill Walthour
The scriptures on May 14th
remind us of our foundational nourishment and
nurturing. As God continues to
piece us together into this living
quilt, spanning the generations,
we’ll celebrate with quilts. Bring
a quilt from home that you would
be willing to drape over a few
pews so people can admire the wonder of God’s
work. What a beautiful way to remember God’s
handiwork in our midst.
Last Day to buy a coke at Central is
May 3rd.(The coke machine is being
removed.) After that, it’s BYOC!
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Happenings
On April 23, a small but energized team from Central joined 150-200
other community members at Columbian Park in the Homeward
Bound walk to provide housing and to fight homelessness in Indiana.
It was a beautiful day and the park was filled with people enjoying
various activities. Central’s team raised $370.00 in addition to other
donations by members given directly to the cause The goal for this
event is to raise $40,000 but the final count will not be made for a few more weeks, which means that there
is still time to make a contribution either to Sara Stallings, the church office or even in the collection plate.
Just be sure to mark it as going to Homeward Bound!
Any child who is 3- 11 years old is invited to a Garden Party, 6 - 9:00 p.m.
Saturday evening on May 13. It’s the next Parents’ Night Off/Kids’ Night Out
Event. Parents/Caretakers have ‘what ever time’ for yourselves while your kids
spend an evening filled with fun activities and games at Central.
You do not have to be a member of Central to attend, but your child/
children must be pre-registered. To sign up go to www.central preschurch.org
For any questions call the office 742- 8481 during business hours.
Service, Fellowship, Fun! Meeting Sunday Evenings 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. in the Youth Room.
Upcoming May 5– 6th The 30 Hour Famine.
Clean up after Family Promise dinner.
Bible Stories Charades???
Action Outing!
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Good Wishes
Happy Birthday
Amy Clawson
1
Taylor Clawson
1
Don Franzmeier
Russ Hart
1
Chris Hall
Lorraine Biery
18
13
Loretta Evans
18
Hal LaFever
13
Hannah Clauson
19
3
Brad Blickenstaff
14
Mary Blickenstaff
Calvin Walters
4
5
Teresa Clauson
15
Suzy Myers
Peggy Smith
20
22
Kitty Mills
15
Judith Ross
24
Mary Moore
6
John Peek - 101 years old
15
Keaton Schreckengast
7
Maxwell Curtis
16
Danica Schreckengast
26
Gweneth Schreckengast 26
Bonnie Andrews
8
Dick Mills
16
Eva Goble - 107 years old 28
Carol Davis
8
Carl Malmgren
17
Dominic Kinney
Date
Time
Field
Opponent
Wednesday, May 10
6:00
Arni Cohen 1
Wednesday, May 17
7:00
Blessed Sacrament
Wednesday, May 24
7:20
Arni Cohen 1
Wednesday, May 31
6:00
Blessed Sacrament
The A Team at CPC
Tuesday, June 6
7:20
Arni Cohen 1
The Visitors at CPC
Wednesday, June 14
7:20
Arni Cohen 1
CPC at Base Invaders
Wednesday, June 21
6:00
Arni Cohen 1
CPC at The UU Flames
Tuesday, June 27
7:00
Blessed Sacrament
Miracle Fitness at CPC
Wednesday, July 12
7:00
Blessed Sacrament
Ready, Fire, Aim at CPC
Wednesday, July 19
7:20
Arni Cohen 1
Boogie Robots at CPC
Thursday, July 27
6:00
Arni Cohen 1
CPC at Power Strokers
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CPC at Cook Research
CPC at Loan Ranger
CPC at Bruise Channel 18
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Library Corner
The Library Team is doing some serious spring cleaning! We periodically need to discard some books
that are no longer used to make way for new materials. Please notice our new shelf located in the
office/ reception area; on it are FREE books! Yes that’s right—FREE! Help yourself!
New this month there are three new books by W.C. Madden , a local author and history buff:
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Lafayette - Murder and Mayhem - tales of lurid crimes, calamities and occurrences in this
area’s past.
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Images of Modern America - Lafayette - interesting full color picture book about Lafayette from
the 50’s and 60’s on.
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Tecumseh’s Curse - a work of fiction set in the 1790’s
Our next book purchase will be on May 11. If you have request or suggestions, please put them in the
blue box on the Library desk!
Come check us out!
The Habitat for Humanity Home Building Season is Underway. Central has a
long history of supporting and participating in providing affordable housing in our area
and will again this fall, join with of other local churches in the Apostles' Build. Each
church sponsor, in addition to working on the home, has set a goal to raise $3,000 for the
materials. We will be looking for 'workers' later in the summer, but are asking now for
your assistance in meeting our financial commitment by August 1st.
To help out please send your donation either directly to Habitat for Humanity, 420 South 1st Street,
Lafayette, IN 47905 or send/bring your gift to the Central, 31 N 7th Street, Lafayette, IN 47901. In
which ever way you choose, it is important that you designate that your donation is for the Apostles'
Build/Central Presbyterian on the check memo line or on your envelope. All support will be greatly
appreciated. As we learn more details of our home build, we will keep everyone updated. For more
information contact Lew Graham, 765-426-6759, [email protected]
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Pastor/Head of Staff
Organist / Director of Adult Music
Director of Adult Hand bells
Lucia Oerter
Jeffry Stearns
Janice Spitalniak
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Celebration Music Director
Paul Foster
[email protected]
Operations/Office Manager
Custodian
Laurie Kuhn
Bob Hill
[email protected]
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