Greenwich Presbyterian Church

E-Newsletter

Friday, May 11, 2007

“You are forgiving and good, O Lord, abounding in love to all who call to you.”  Psalm 86:5

 

Announcements

 

Calling all members of the Greenwich church family!!

 

Congregational Meeting

May 20, 2007

6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

To be held in the Sanctuary

 

The purpose of this important meeting on May 20^th

is to vote on the following motion:

“Shall the recommendations of the Ministry Planning Committee

be incorporated into the building plan?”

 

In order to assist members of the congregation in making their decision, informational meetings have been scheduled:

Saturday, May 12 at 9:00 a.m.

Sunday, May 20 at 5:00 p.m.

[All meetings will be held in the sanctuary and have identical format]

 

An Informational Packet has been prepared and will be available for pick up in the sanctuary, church office, and Fellowship Hall.  The packet may also be viewed through our church web-site http://greenwichpres.org under the Recent Additions heading on the right-hand column click “Congregational Meeting Materials.”  The packet includes the following information:

1. Copy of presentation to be made at informational meetings

2. Summary from 1998 Facility Planning “Hellstern Report”

3. Building Plan from 2000 (from financial campaign mailing)

4. Ministry Planning Committee presentation October 2006

 

 

Please review the background materials, plan to attend and vote on the 20^th, and pray that God would give us love, clarity, and unity as we seek to serve his purposes!!

 

“For I know the plans I have for you”, declares the Lord,

“plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”

Jeremiah 29:11

 

 

 

 

Saturday, June 2 

7:00 AM  - 2:00 PM

(our church parking lot)

 

Rent a space for $35

(tables available)

 

Food on sale all day

(breakfast items, drinks, hot dogs, hamburgers, snacks)

 

For more information, contact Chuck Boyd at 703-754-2846

 

Proceeds will fund mission work – local and not so local

 

 

name : ____________________________________________________

 

contact number:______________________________________________

 

cell number: ________________________________________________

 

e-mail : ___________________________________________________

 

Do you need a table?:  yes _________   no_____________

 

Please write “YARD SALE” in memo section on check, and place in offering tray or drop by the Church Office.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MAY

MISSION COLLECTION

 

Please support our mission partner -

Fauquier Family Shelter

 

Items requested this month are:

 

Toilet Paper

Paper Towels

Healthy Kid Snacks

Feminine Hygiene Products

 

 

THANK YOU for your support !

 

 

All items are accepted and appreciated

 

 

 

 

 

GPC Women’s Retreat Registration

 

When: September 28-30, 2007

Where: Massanetta Springs, Harrisonburg, VA

Cost: $165 per person

covers food, snacks, and lodging

 

 

This is your time to relax and be filled with God’s spirit.

 Leave your responsibilities and children at home.

Join us for a wonderful, restful weekend !

 

 

One of the best things about the retreat is

learning more about our sisters in Christ. 

This year we will be sharing our hobbies

with each other at the retreat.

Please bring an item with you that

represents your interest or hobby.

(ex.  Scrapbook, quilt, instrument, sport equipment)

 

 

 

For more information please contact:

Mary Ivie  703-754-0452  (mcivie@hotmail.com)

 

Please do not let financial concerns keep you from joining us

Full and Partial Scholarships are available

 

About You

 

Name __________________________________

 

Phone __________________________________

 

Full Address _______________________________________

_______________________________________

 

Email___________________________________

 

Cell Phone__________________

 

Roommate Preference(s)

________________________________________

Have you ever been to a GPC Women’s Retreat?_____

             

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The Question:  

List your favorite song/artist

 

Inspirational

_________________________________________

 

Contemporary

_________________________________________

 

Traditional

_________________________________________

 

 

($50 deposit requested with registration)

 

 

 

 

 

We are looking for an additional gas-powered push lawn mower to be used at Harry Clark’s home throughout the summer.

 

If you have a lawn mower you would like to donate, please contact the church office at office@greenwichpres.org or 703.754.7933.

 

 

 

 

Opportunities for Study, Service and Fellowship

 

Youth Confirmation Class — On June 18-22, all youth (rising 6th grade and above) are invited to participate in a confirmation class taught by Pastor Meeks.  The class will begin at 10:00am and conclude with lunch each day.  To register, please contact the church office at office@greenwichpres.org or 703.754.7933.

 

Important Congregational Meeting — The session has called a congregational meeting to be held on Sunday, May 20th, 6:00-8:00pm.  This important meeting is for the purpose of clarifying the 200 building plan and to seek congregational approval to incorporate the recommendations of the Ministry Planning Committee of October 2006 into the plan.  Prior to the congregational meeting, we will be holding an informational meetings on Saturday, May 12^th, at 9:00am, and Sunday, May 20th, at 5:00pm.  Please continue in our Season of Prayer as we seek to fulfill God’s purposes for Greenwich.

 

VBS Sign Up Has Started!  — Be sure to sign up your family early, adults included.  You won’t want to miss this Wild West adventure to Avalanche Ranch. 

 

Cookbooks Are In — Just in time for Mother’s Day!  If you pre-ordered a cookbook, pick it up today.  We are also selling the cookbooks for $15 each, for those who were not able to pre-order.  We’ll be selling from 9:00 to 9:30am, 10:30 to 11:00am, and 12:00 to 12:30pm.

 

Parents of Graduating Seniors — If you have a child that is graduating from high school or college, we would like to recognize them and celebrate their accomplishment.  Please contact the church office at office@greenwichpres.org or 703.754.7933 with their information.

 

Shenandoah University Student Organ/Piano Recital — Please join us on Saturday, May 19th, at 7:00pm, as we welcome Annie Hof.

 

Youth Group Outing to See the Nats! — We’ll be heading up to DC on Friday, May 18th, to see the Nationals/Orioles baseball game.  All Jr. Highs and Sr. Highs are invited.  The cost will be no more than $15.00.  If interested, contact Chasity Spittle by Tuesday, May 15th, at youth@greenwichpres.org or 703.753.9421.

 

Youth Group Dance — Join us on Saturday, May 19th, at 7:00pm.  We’ll have many different kinds of music and lots of food.  Questions?  Contact Chasity Spittle at youth@greenwichpres.org or 703.753.9421.

 

Youth Group Schedule Sunday, May 20th —

                4:30pm   Youth Praise Band Rehearsal

                5:30pm   Youth Choir Rehearsal

                6:00pm   Attend Congregational Meeting

 

Mission Committee Sponsored Yard Sale — This years yard sale will take place on Saturday, June 2nd, from 7:00am to 2:00pm in the Greenwich parking lot.  Spaces are available for rent for $35.00.  If you need a table, let us know.  We’ll have food for sale all day (breakfast items, drinks, hot dogs, hamburgers, and snacks).  All proceeds from this yard sale will fund mission work — local and not so local.  Questions?  Contact Chuck Boyd at 703.754.2846.

 

May Mission Partner — Please help us support the Fauquier Family Shelter during the month of May.  Items requested include:  toilet paper, paper towels, healthy kid snacks, and feminine hygiene products.  As always, all items are accepted and appreciated.

 

Music Safari Adventure — All preschoolers are invited to join this summer music camp, June 4th to 8th, from 10:00am to 12:00pm.  The cost is $60.00 per child, with a $10.00 registration fee per family.  For more information, contact Sue Ellen Kinser at 703.392.3989.

 

Child Protection Training Has Begun!  — In an effort to better protect our children, youth and church, Greenwich has implemented a child protection program.  To that end, anyone (6th grade through adult) volunteering with children and/or youth must go through a child protection training program and screening.  Several sessions will be offered throughout the year to make sure everyone has the opportunity to attend this training.  If you are assisting with Vacation Bible School, you must go through this program no later than June 10th.  All volunteers with children/youth must have this training completed by September in order to assist with these programs.  If you have any questions or would like to see a copy of the Greenwich Child Protection Policy and Procedures, please contact Joy Yates at children@greenwichpres.org.

 

All Sunday School Parents — A reminder to all parents to please pick up your children immediately following the 9:30 service prior to enjoying your morning coffee and fellowship.   This will allow our teachers ample time to pick up their own children, enjoy fellowship and get ready for the 11:00 worship service. 

 

Wedding Ring — A wedding ring was found in Fellowship Hall about 10 days ago.  If you are the owner, please contact the church office at office@greenwichpres.org or 703.754.7933.

 

 

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“O Lord, the God who saves me, day and night I cry out before you.  May my prayer come before you; turn your ear to my cry."  Psalm 88:1-2

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