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WWW.ADATUM.COM 700 Pine Street, Chattanooga, TN 37402 Tel [423] 266.2828 Dr. Perry C. McCallen Message from Perry Greetings Friends! The following is an excerpt from my new devotional book, Daily Encouragement from God, that will be coming out on Amazon and eBooks in February. May God greatly bless you and your family in 2015! Psalm 1:1-3 Oh, the joys of those who do not follow the advice of the wicked, or stand around with sinners, or join in with mockers. But they delight in the law of the LORD, meditating on it day and night. They are like trees planted along the riverbank, bearing fruit each season. Their leaves never whither, and they prosper in all they do. My dear child, you have prayed to me so many times with a heavy heart of regret saying, “If only I had done this or not done that.” There is a part of you that yearns for another chance to do things differently … to make things right. Well, I have good news for you. This is a new year and an opportunity for a fresh start! I am the God of transformation. Your dreams will be realized this year. Your dreams for a more fulfilling life will come true. There is only one condition. Your dreams for yourself must be in keeping with my dreams for you. You say, “Well, how can I know your dreams for my life?” One of the most frequent prayers I receive comes from people desperately wanting to know my will for their lives. They seem to think that I operate on the basis of some mystical unveiling of my guidance. The reality is that my dreams … my plans … for your life are readily made available to you on the pages of my sacred Scriptures. I am going to make you a guarantee on the first day of this new year. If you pour your heart and mind into a daily prayerful study of my Word, you will be like a tree planted along the riverbank. This year you will yield much Spiritual fruit. This year you will prosper! In the Spirit, Perry More News From the Pews Presbyterian Press January 2015 Online Church Directory www.churchmembershiponline.com/login.aspx Login: [email protected] Password: member Second Presbyterian Church of Chattanooga Please welcome new members Michael and Mary Lynn Morrison! Address: 1001 Meadowlake Rd. Chattanooga, TN 37415 Phone: 423-305-0259 (home) 717-315-8178 (Michael cell) 717-903-4702 (Mary Lynn cell) Email: [email protected] They have 3 children and are former members of Derry Presbyterian Church in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Michael works at TVA and Mary Lynn works as a registered nurse and a consultant in health education. Parents: If your child needs chapter books for school reading, check the church library for old classics and newer finds. Find them toward the left under the windows. On the shelves toward the right there is also an extensive collection of biographies of noted Americans from the past. Please check out a book by signing the card in the back pocket and putting it in the box by the door. The good news is, the country’s economy is growing stronger every day. The bad new is, not everyone is bene- fitting from this rising tide. Many people are still strug- gling to keep their financial lives afloat, so much so that, when an unexpected expense arises, they find themselves in serious danger of sinking. It is for just such a situation that the Deacons’ Fund of Second Presbyterian was established. Thanks to the generosity of this congregation, the fund has grown over the past year and stands ready to be used by members of our church family and those who are longtime friends. The process of obtaining assistance is simple and complete- ly confidential. A conversation with your Deacon expressing your need will be shared with Dr. McCallen, who decides if the request fits the fund’s parameters. Funds dispersed are not loans; they are gifts given with love to and by members of Christ’s family. By action of the session, the collection taken on the third Sunday in January is now dedicated to the Deacons’ Fund. When the offering plate is passed on January 18, please give generously to ensure its continued health. Members of the Board of Deacons will meet at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, January 20 for a planning session. The meeting will take place at the home of Marcia Kling, 1007 Mt. Vernon Ave., and will include the election of officers. Please call Marcia, 756.3890, if you are unable to attend. The Fellowship Commit- tee is looking for new members! If you have any questions, please contact Cliff or Joan Duke. Update your Telephone Directory Greg Meadows P.O. Box 1473 Chattanooga, TN 37401 Sandra Lowery [email protected] Sandy Franklin [email protected]
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W W W . A D A T U M . C O M 700 Pine Street, Chattanooga, TN 37402 Tel [423] 266.2828
Dr. Perry C. McCallen
Message from Perry Greetings Friends!
The following is an excerpt from my new devotional book, Daily Encouragement from God, that will be coming out on Amazon and eBooks in February. May God greatly bless you and your family in 2015!
Psalm 1:1-3
Oh, the joys of those who do not follow the advice of the wicked, or stand around with sinners, or join in with mockers. But they delight in the law of the LORD, meditating on it day and night. They are like trees planted along the riverbank, bearing fruit each season. Their leaves
never whither, and they prosper in all they do.
My dear child, you have prayed to me so many times with a heavy heart of regret saying, “If only I had done this or not done that.” There is a part of you that yearns for another chance to do things differently … to make things right.
Well, I have good news for you. This is a new year and an opportunity for a fresh start! I am the God of transformation. Your dreams will be realized this year. Your dreams for a more fulfilling life will come true. There is only one condition. Your dreams for yourself must be in keeping with my dreams for you.
You say, “Well, how can I know your dreams for my life?” One of the most frequent prayers I receive comes from people desperately wanting to know my will for their lives. They seem to think that I operate on the basis of some mystical unveiling of my guidance. The reality is that my dreams … my plans … for your life are readily made available to you on the pages of my sacred Scriptures.
I am going to make you a guarantee on the first day of this new year. If you pour your heart and mind into a daily prayerful study of my Word, you will be like a tree planted along the riverbank. This year you will yield much Spiritual fruit. This year you will prosper!
In the Spirit,
Perry
More News From the Pews
Presbyterian Press
January 2015
Online Church Directory
www.churchmembershiponline.com/login.aspx
Login: [email protected]
Password: member Second Presbyterian Church of Chattanooga
Please welcome new members Michael and Mary Lynn Morrison!
Address: 1001 Meadowlake Rd.
Chattanooga, TN 37415
Phone: 423-305-0259 (home)
717-315-8178 (Michael cell)
717-903-4702 (Mary Lynn cell)
Email: [email protected]
They have 3 children and are former members of Derry Presbyterian
Church in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Michael works at TVA and Mary Lynn
works as a registered nurse and a consultant in health education.
Parents: If your child needs chapter books for school reading, check the church library
for old classics and newer finds. Find them toward the left under the windows. On the
shelves toward the right there is also an extensive collection of biographies of noted
Americans from the past. Please check out a book by signing the card in the back pocket
and putting it in the box by the door.
The good news is, the country’s economy is growing
stronger every day. The bad new is, not everyone is bene-
fitting from this rising tide. Many people are still strug-
gling to keep their financial lives afloat, so much so that,
when an unexpected expense arises, they find themselves
in serious danger of sinking.
It is for just such a situation that the Deacons’ Fund of
Second Presbyterian was established.
Thanks to the generosity of this congregation, the fund has grown over the past
year and stands ready to be used by members of our church family and those who
are longtime friends. The process of obtaining assistance is simple and complete-
ly confidential. A conversation with your Deacon expressing your need will be
shared with Dr. McCallen, who decides if the request fits the fund’s parameters.
Funds dispersed are not loans; they are gifts given with love to and by members
of Christ’s family.
By action of the session, the collection taken on the third Sunday in January is
now dedicated to the Deacons’ Fund. When the offering plate is passed on
January 18, please give generously to ensure its continued health.
Members of the Board of Deacons will meet at 7:00 PM
on Tuesday, January 20 for a planning session. The
meeting will take place at the home of Marcia Kling,
1007 Mt. Vernon Ave., and will include the election of
officers. Please call Marcia, 756.3890, if you are unable
to attend.
The Fellowship Commit-
tee is looking for new
members! If you have
any questions, please
contact Cliff or Joan
Duke.
Update your
Telephone Directory
Greg Meadows
P.O. Box 1473
Chattanooga, TN 37401
Sandra Lowery
Sandy Franklin
Saturday, January 10, 1:00 PM Interested in the Second Outdoors Ministry? Come to our
planning meeting at Porker’s BBQ on Market Street! We
will meet to plan activities for the 2015 year. Everyone is
welcome! For more information,
please contact John Doyal. [email protected] or
423.596.8171
Youth : Take a second look ******************************************************
Another New Year!
These last few months have
been joyful for me. I hope
each of you has also experienced that joy. We have
had new members, new babies, and new songs
from our children.
As I mentioned in my last note, the music program
is improving. No doubt that was obvious
December 10, when we had our program in the
sanctuary. Many thanks to the parents for having
the children here for practice. This program
showed our talents and potential. “Thank you” to
all our choir members. You looked angelic in your
choir robes. Our Lessons and Carols program was
also a good experience. We are learning to worship
in song with the big folks. Thank you Dr. Ford for
your support in this endeavor.
We are a work in progress in our
children’s programs, from nursery
to 5th grade. Please continue to
pray for and respond to being
called upon for help in the coming
year.
Love in Christ,
Linda May
A Note
From Linda
Children’s Ministry
Wonderful Wednesday
Wonderful Wednesdays will resume on January 14. David Franklin will
present a series called "Great Figures of the New Testament" and on each
Wednesday night, we will view a DVD about one of these "Great Figures" followed by a brief discussion
afterward. This program is based on a series of DVD lectures by Professor Amy-Jill Levine of Vanderbilt
School of Religion. Look for each week’s “great figure” in the Sunday bulletin!
A new year begins! I pray that 2015 will be a year of learning, spiritual growth and fun for our youth at Second Pres! It has been a joy to get to know each of you and I look for-ward to the new year with great anticipation! Plan are underway and below are a few dates to keep in mind—details to come! Wishing you hope, peace, joy, and love, Diane
A few of the folks gathered for the Middle School classroom blessing on December 14!
DATES TO KEEP IN MIND! Tuesday, January 6—Epiphany Party celebrating the end of the 12 days of Christmas and noting the arrival of the Magi to pay homage to Baby Jesus. Details will be sent soon!
Sunday, February 1—Souper Bowl of Caring offering. Youth may decide to whom this offering will be given to help alleviate hunger.
February 13-14—John Knox Center Confirmation Retreat. Youth and parents to whom this applies will receive information soon.
February 27– March 1—YOUTH SUMMIT in Gatlinburg for youth in grades 8-12. Details coming!
PLANNING SUMMER ACTIVITIES—Camp John Knox is ac-cepting registrations NOW. Check out their website for more info!
Christmas
Musical
2014
Congratulations to Suzanne and
Rick Rushworth on the birth of
their granddaughter, Clara Joy, on
December 19!
As we approach the winter months,
don’t forget that the church office
follows the Hamilton County
School system’s inclement
weather closings and delays. These
are broadcast on all major TV and
radio stations. Thank you!
Treasurer’s Report Greetings:
Presbyterian Women would like to wish the congregation and their families a very Happy New Year.
We would also like to thank the congregation for their generosity during recent offerings. The Partnership
Offering yielded $214.00. The Thank Offering and luncheon afterwards yielded $481.00 and $79.15,
respectively.
As moderator of the Margaret Winslett Circle, I would like to thank the congregation for their support of this
event. I would also like to thank everyone who helped with the dinner in any way, especially Stephanie Carney.
Please mark your calendars! The annual Ladies Luncheon will be held on Saturday, February 14. More details
will be forthcoming.
The Giving Tree will remain up through Christmas. We are collecting caps, scarves, gloves, and mittens for the
Northside Neighborhood House.
Have a blessed month,
Teresa Robinson
PW Moderator
January 16
Mr. Gordon Oakey
Born:
April 30, 1921
Born to the Church Triumphant:
December 16, 2014
SECOND PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
TREASURER'S FINANCIAL REPORT TO CONGREGATION
GENERAL OPERATING FUND
TEN MONTHS PERIOD ENDED OCTOBER, 2014NOVEMBER, 2014
Actual For Budget For Over
ElevenEleven Months ElevenEleven Months (Under)
Amounts % Amounts % Budget
REVENUE -
Contributions 147,204$ 33% 155,167$ 35% (7,963)$
Trust and Investment Income -
A Meacham Trust Quarterly Distributions (4 of 4) 265,506 60% 260,048 58% 5,458
Marie Bennett Trust Distributions (4 of 4) 2,479 1% 2,700 1% (221)
Second Church's Investments 6,700 2% 4,250 1% 2,450
Totals 274,685 63% 266,998 60% 7,687
Parking Lot Gross Rents and Other -
Parking Lot Gross Rents 8,322 2% 9,163 2% (841)
Boys Choir Gross Rents 4,400 1% 4,400 1% -
Fees for Use of Building, etc. 3,800 1% 3,663 1% 137
B Miscellaneous ( 2014 - From Vision Fund) 5,033 1% 8,333 2% (3,300)
21,555 5% 25,559 6% (4,004)
Total Revenue 443,444 101% 447,724 101% (4,280)
EXPENDITURES -
Local Church Operations -
Salaries & Personnel Related Expense 220,006 50% 223,333 50% (3,327)
Office and Other Administration 27,653 6% 29,832 7% (2,179)
Property Maintenance and Operations 97,305 22% 89,261 20% 8,044
Worship 20,138 5% 24,772 6% (4,634)
Other Program Committees 16,986 4% 18,480 4% (1,494)
Total Local Church Expenditures 382,088 87% 385,678 87% (3,590)
Missions and Benevolences -
General Assembly, Synod & Presbytery -
Not designated by Specific Programs 16,225 4% 16,225 4% -
Others Designated by the Session 20,197 5% 21,186 5% (989)
36,422 9% 37,411 9% (989)
Total Expenditures 418,510 96% 423,089 96% (4,579)
REVENUE OVER (UNDER) EXPENDITURES 24,933$ 5% 24,635$ 5% 298$
A Meacham Trust Quarterly Distributions -
Final Internal Revenue Code Regulations required a change in the method of calculating the required
distribution, retroactive to January 1, 2012. The distribution for the quarter ended December 31, 2013 was
$ 81,512.42, received in January 2014, and was based on the value of assets in the trust as of
December 31, 2012. The distributions received in April 2014 and July 2014, for the quarters ended March 31,
2014 and June 30, 2014 were $ 61,331.29 each and were based on the value of assets in the trust as of
December 31, 2013.
B This amount for 2014 includes $ 5,000 from a transfer from the Vision Fund to supplement the budget to
purchase new PC's to replace the old PC's which have obsolete operating software.
January 2 Beth & Phillip Newton
January 12 Debbie & Harry Barnes
January 15 Anne Smith & Martin Blais
January 15 Ashley & Tyler Cavin
Anniversaries
3 Jack Marshall
Ron Smith
William Hodges
6 Michael Jones
Tiffany Snodgrass
7 Margaret Shull
8 Jill Helton
10 Shane Feeney
Karen Maynard
Paul Hesselink
12 Yoshi Sugita
Jacob Greene
13 Guelda Troxler
14 Rebecca Snodgrass
Debbie Riley
Linda May
16 Cayden Harrah
18 Don Huskins
20 Chloe Langston
Noah Bartholomew
22 Jennifer Greene
23 Stephanie Carney
Rev. Frank Jump
24 John Erwin
25 Kelsey Shipley
Al Greene, III
Dottie Oslin
Pam Shumacher
Kandace McInturff
26 Sue Givens
29 Grady Wade
30 Wes Howard
31 Matt Carbone
January Birthdays
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
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New Year’s Day
OFFICE WILL BE
OPEN
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Traditional Service /
Communion/ 11:00 AM
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Mini Tennis 10:00
Wilson-Gould
Circle 10:30 AM
Staff Meeting 1:30
Sierra Club
6:00 PM
6
Presbyterian Bible
Study -Dr. McCallen
12:00 PM
Epiphany
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Choir Practice 6:15 PM
8
Tai Chi 9:00 AM
Knit Wits 10:00 AM
Men’s Bible Study -
Dr. McCallen 12:00 PM
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Traditional Service
11:00 AM
Session Meeting
12:45 PM
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Mini Tennis 10:00
Staff Meeting 1:30
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Presbyterian Bible
Study -Dr. McCallen
12:00 PM
Margaret Winslett
Circle 5:30 PM
14
Missions Committee
4:30 PM
Wonderful Wednesday
5:30 PM
Choir Practice 6:15 PM
15
Tai Chi 9:00 AM
Knit Wits 10:00 AM
Men’s Bible Study -
Dr. McCallen 12:00 PM
Newsletter
Submission
Deadline
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Friday
Night
Out
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Moccasin Bend Wor-
ship Companions 9:00 AM Traditional Service
11:00 AM 3rd Sunday Youth Event
Evangelism Meeting 12:45 McDowell Club Con-
cert 2:00
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Mini Tennis 10:00
Staff Meeting 1:30
MLK Day
20
Presbyterian Bible
Study -Dr. McCallen
12:00 PM
21
Wonderful Wednesday
5:30 PM
Choir Practice 6:15 PM
22
Tai Chi 9:00 AM
Knit Wits 10:00 AM
Men’s Bible Study -
Dr. McCallen 12:00 PM
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Traditional Service
11:00 AM
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Mini Tennis 10:00
Staff Meeting 1:30
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Presbyterian Bible
Study -Dr. McCallen
12:00 PM
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PWCT 4:15 PM
Wonderful Wednesday
5:30 PM
Choir Practice 6:15 PM
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Tai Chi 9:00 AM
Knit Wits 10:00 AM
Men’s Bible Study -
Dr. McCallen 12:00 PM
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