“Therefore, I urge you , brothers, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God – this is your spiritual act of worship/ do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is-his good, pleasing and perfect will.” Romans 12:1-2

 

Announcements

 

 

Pastor’s Class

 

Our study this fall:

 

“Keep in Step With the Spirit”

A bible study on the role of the

Holy Spirit in our lives.

 

Wednesday’s

6:30 to 7:30 pm

 

Childcare is available.

 

For more information, contact Don Meeks at dmeeks@greenwichpres.org

 

 

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The 2^nd Saturday Group

Invites YOU

 

to join them on Saturday, October 14^th, for an evening of good food and festive music.  Our talented cooks will be preparing a delightful hors d’oeuvre and dessert buffet (no main courses).  If you have ever had that secret desire to eat dessert first (and who of us hasn’t?), this is your opportunity!

 

The festivities will begin at 6:00pm in Fellowship Hall.  Following our repast will be a program of old favorite songs to sing along to and a tribute to some of the colorful songs of old.

 

Please RSVP to Pat Eggers (540.347.2727) by October 9^th.

 

Please come and fellowship with us!

 

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Nursery Coordinator

 

We are seeking an experienced infant & toddler caregiver for the nursery.

 

This position is part-time.

(10-15 hours per week)

 

The Nursery Coordinator is responsible for oversight of the nursery ministry.  This includes recruitment, scheduling and training of nursery attendants, ordering of supplies, upkeep of equipment and facilities, as well as providing support to participating families.

 

 Good communication and organizational skills required.  Resumes can be turned into the church office or emailed to lmorrison@greenwichpres.org.  Deadline for applications is October 17^th.

 

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Nursery Attendant Position

 

 

 

 

We are looking for someone to join us in the nursery on weekdays (mornings, afternoons and evenings) as we provide care to children during church-related events in a manner that ensures child safety, comfort and ease. 

 

This is a paid position.  Hours vary according to need.  In this position, you are welcome to bring your own children to work.

Please contact Liz Morrison at 703.754.7933 or lmorrison@greenwichpres.org for more information.

 

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Calling All Cooks!

 

Circle 4 is putting together a new

Greenwich Presbyterian Cookbook and

 we need your recipes!

 

If there’s a story behind the recipe

we’d love that, too. 

 

Please put your recipes in the basket across from the office door.  They need to be typed or very neatly handwritten.  You can also email your recipe to Susan Boyd at boydplum@msn.com

 

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Greenwich Presbyterian Church

Adult Membership Class

 

Sunday Evenings

October 8, 15, and 22

5:30 – 7:30pm

 

Come explore the meaning of the Christian faith, the Presbyterian tradition and how to become more involved with the Greenwich church family through affirming our

Covenant of Membership.

 

The class will conclude on October 22nd with

dinner and conversation with our Elders.

 

Childcare available for all sessions.

 

For more information or to register for the class please contact Liz Morrison at the church office

lmorrison@greenwichpres.org

or

703-754-7933

 

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Faith Village Chorale

 

Our children’s choir will be performing at the 11:00 am service next Sunday,

October 15^th.

 

Our choir welcomes all new members!

 

We rehearse every Sunday at 9:00 am in the choir room.

 

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Dedicatory Organ Recital

 

Margo Truslow will be performing!

 

Sunday, October 8^th, at 3:00 pm

 

Gainesville United Methodist Church

 

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Mission Opportunity!

 

We have been invited to join Mt. Zion United Methodist Church in Madison County as they head to Mississippi on October 21 thru 28^th.

 

David and Karen Bean (Herb and Jane Wood’s daughter and son-in-law) are leading this mission.

 

The cost per person is $75.

 

Team members will provide their own transportation.

 

For more information, or to sign up, contact Herb or Jane Wood

at 703-754-4625.

 

If you are unable to make the trip, but would like to make a donation, please make the check out to Mt. Zion UMC.  You can put the check in the offering plate or drop it off in the church office.

 

 

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During the month of October, please help us support

 

Fauquier Family Shelter

 

They will accept any items, but especially need:

 

 Coffee

 Tea

Hot Chocolate

Sugar

100% Pure Juices

(apple, grape, etc.)

 

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Opportunities for Study, Service and Fellowship

 

Wednesday Night Pastor’s Class— Wednesday’s from 6:30 to 7:30pm in Fellowship Hall.  “Keep in Step With the Spirit,” a study of the role of the Holy Spirit in our lives.  Childcare provided. Just show up, or for more information contact Don Meeks at dmeeks@greenwichpres.org or 703.754.7933.

 

Adult Membership Class -- Starts this Sunday!  Join us October 8th, October 15th and October 22nd from 5:30pm-7:30pm.  Childcare is available for all sessions.

Faith Village Chorale — Our children’s choir (Faith Village Chorale) will be singing next Sunday, October 15th, at the 11:00 service.  We rehearse every Sunday at 9:00 am in the choir room and always welcome new members!

 

Adult Bible Class — Everyone is welcome!  Join us at 9:30am on Sundays downstairs in the nursery area (first door on the left). 

 

Youth Bible Study — Every Thursday from 7:00 to 8:00 pm.  All youth are welcome!  Questions?  Contact Chasity Spittle at chasity@cuddlystuff.com or 703.753.9421.

 

Dedicatory Organ Recital — Margo Truslow will be playing at Gainesville United Methodist Church on Sunday, October 8th, at 3:00pm.

 

Flu Vaccines — Here at Greenwich on Sunday, October 22nd, from 9:00am to 12:30pm.  The cost is $25.  Please make checks payable to INOVA FLU Program.  Participants must be 18 years old.  Free with Medicare Part B Card.  No reservations needed.  Call Beth Uhler at 540.349.1692 with questions.

 

2nd Saturday Group — Please join us on Saturday, October 14th, for an evening of good food and festive music.  The festivities begin at 6:00pm in Fellowship Hall.  Questions?  Please call Pat Eggers at 540.347.2727.

 

Welcome!!— We are pleased to welcome Paula Cooper to the Greenwich church family as the newest member of our staff.  Paula will be working as our Volunteer Ministry Coordinator.   Paula can be reached at pcooper@greenwichpres.org until her office schedule is finalized.

 

Newsletter Deadline — The deadline for next GPC newsletter is Monday, October 16th.  Please email any submissions to jyates@greenwichpres.org.

 

Nursery Coordinator — We are seeking an experience infant and toddler caregiver for the nursery.  This is a part-time paid position.  The Nursery Coordinator is responsible for the oversight of the nursery ministry.  Resumes can be turned into the office or emailed to lmorrison@greenwichpres.org.  Deadline for applications is October 17th.

 

Nursery Attendant Position — We are looking for someone to join us in the nursery on weekdays (mornings, afternoons and evenings) as we provide care to children during church-related events.  This is a paid position.  Please contact Liz Morrison at 703.754.7933 or lmorrison@greenwichpres.org for more information.

 

Mission Opportunity — Join Mt. Zion UMC has they head to Mississippi on October 21-28th.  The cost is $75.  Transportation is on your own.  Contact Herb or Jane Wood at 703.754.4625 for more information.

 

Advent Booklet—We are looking for helpers to assist with various phases of a new 2006 Advent Devotional booklet this year.  If you can help compile or write articles of interest, type, edit, or assemble, then the Worship Committee wants you!  It will be similar to the Lenten booklet which was put together this past spring.  Please email your interest to Becky Whitelock at orwhitelok@aol

 

Farthest Corners — The most recent newsletter is now available.  Copies are located on the Deacon’s table.

 

Thursday Morning Playgroup — Are you looking for something to do on Thursday mornings with your young children?  Join other moms in the church for a playgroup at 10:00am.  We are meeting in our homes and the location changes each week, so contact Meredith Hinkey at mrhinkey@comcast.net or 703.598.6168 for details. 

 

Calling All Cooks! — Circle 4 is putting together a new Greenwich Presbyterian Cookbook and we need your recipes!  Greenwich is full of great cooks — women and men.  Please put your recipes in the basket across from the office door.  They need to be typed or very neatly handwritten.  If there’s a story behind the recipe you can add that, too.  You can also email your recipe to Susan Boyd at boydplum@msn.com. 

 

Mission Food Collection—We are collecting this Sunday for the Fauquier Family Shelter.  They are especially in need of the following:  coffee, tea, hot chocolate, sugar, 100% pure juices (apple, grape, etc.).

 

If you have a prayer request or wish to be a part of the prayer chain, please contact the prayer Deacons, Pam Lynn at 703.754.1899 or jimandpamlynn@aol.com or Eric Keller at 540.788.9891.

 

 

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“Many are asking, “Who can show us any good?”  Let the light of your face shine upon us, O Lord.  You have filled my heart with greater joy than when their grain and new wine abound.  I will lie down and sleep in peace, for you alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety.”  Psalm 4:6-8

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