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The Newsletter of

Guilford Park

Presbyterian Church

the August

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“ A Note from Jo

1 A Note From Jo

2 New Members

3 Fellowship, Birthdays, Congregational Nurse, PW

4 Children & Youth

5 Mission

6 Stand Up & Step Out, Fellowship, Mission

7 Justice & Peacemaking

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

Do not remember the former things, or consider the things of old. I am about to do a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it?

As any school teacher can tell you, summer brings change. Children have new experiences and gain maturity. The weariness of the end of the school year is replaced with the freshness of summer. By the time school begins again in August, children are ready (whether they think so or not) for a new class and new learning. Our youth have had many new experiences through Guilford Park. Our high schoolers have been to Charleston on a mission trip and to the Montreat Youth Conference. Our middle schoolers attended the Massanetta Middle School Conference and will head to Washington DC on their mission trip in a few weeks. They have spent time with their peers and adult leaders, and met other youth from around the country. They have taken new steps on their faith walk and grown in their love of God and neighbor. Some of our children (grades 3-5) went away to camp together at Mt. Shepherd which has started them on their way to later mission trips and conferences. This week, they are participating in Vacation Bible School with other children from the church, preschool, and community. This year, we can boast 86 children registering for our VBS!! That’s amazing! And thanks to the hard work of Nicole Purdie, VBS director, Kim Row, Children & Youth Director, dozens of teenagers and adults, we are able to make this a faith-growing experience for many, many children. When next year’s youth trips and Vacation Bible School roll around, I hope you will remember the life changing experiences we are giving our children and youth over the summer. These are the experiences that form them into disciples. These programs always need more adult support. Perhaps that adult is you.

Blessings, Jo

8 Worship

9 Summer Music

10 Personnel

11 Financial Update, Thank-you’s

12 Serving in Worship

13 Calendar

14 Staff, Attendance, Session

Fun at Montreat! Clockwise from top: Parker Hendricks, Nick Jackson, Michael Purdie, Paul Farley, Edie Wood, Zach Owen, Lynn Carey, Aidan Lacz, Preston Hawkins, Maddie Armstrong, Janie Hawkins, Morgan Kinney, Will Hornfeck, Laura Barrier, Thomas Shackelford, Jillian McMichael

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New Members

Charlie & Lenna Sikes 8 Buccaneer Ct Greensboro, NC 27455 336-265-8642– home 423-748-3737– Charlie 423-748-3736– Lenna charleshsikes@att.net lennalu@outlook.com

Lenna and Charlie Sikes are natives of Guilford County. He grew up in Greensboro; she was raised in High Point. They both attended UNC-CH. After graduation, Charlie served as a Naval officer assigned to the NATO base in Naples, Italy where the newlyweds lived for 16 months. They loved the experience of exploring Italy’s beautiful countryside and Lenna relates that the wives explored the region on their own while their husbands were at sea. After leaving the Navy, the couple returned to Greensboro, where Charlie went to work at Volvo. Lenna completed her undergraduate degree at UNCG and began teaching elementary school. Their two children, son Jody and daughter Lindsay, were born in Greensboro and baptized at First Presbyterian Church, where they were members. Decades ago they were neighbors of Burl and Mary Ellen Hull, and Lenna taught both Emmy and Julie in second grade! In 2000 Charlie and Lenna moved to Morristown, in east Tennessee, where they lived for 15 years. They join GPPC by letter of transfer from First Presbyterian Church of Morristown. Upon Charlie’s retirement, the Sikes returned to Greensboro in late 2014. Their daughter and her family live in Richmond, VA. Their son and his family reside in Greenville, NC. The Sikes are proud grandparents of three—two in Richmond and one in Greenville. In addition to the joy of time with their family, together they enjoy boating, the beach, and exercising. Charlie is a do it yourselfer and tackles all sorts of projects. He was ordained as an elder in TN and enjoys participating in church music. He’s already been to a Men’s Chorus practice! Lenna loves to read and has previously been active in PW. Their sponsors, Joyce and Brad Kemmerer, are delighted to get to know Lenna and Charlie better and facilitate their becoming members of our church family.

Mary Lois Brugler 6 Buckboard Lane, Unit C Greensboro, NC 27410 859-327-2346 mlbrugler07@gmail.com

Mary Lois moved to Greensboro several months ago from central Ohio, but she had paid our city a lengthy visit in early 2017. With encouragement from friends here, she rented a residence and explored extensively as she sought to determine where she might relocate. She found Greensboro a winsome city on many fronts– climate, arts and theater offerings, music opportunities like the Eastern Music Festival, a diverse population, and a community that welcomes immigrants and refugees.

Mary Lois grew up in Kenton, Ohio, but she has resided in many places within our country– Evanston, IL, New York City, New Jersey, Kentucky, and Portsmouth, OH. She earned her BA at Maryville College in Tennessee, her Masters of Music at Northwestern University, her Masters of Science at Iona College in upstate NY, and an associate degree in nursing at Pikeville, KY. She was in nurse management for years before moving to a staff nurse position at the V.A. Medical Center in Lexington, KY. She worked there for 10 years before her retirement. A lifelong Presbyterian, Mary Lois joins GPPC by letter of transfer from Maxwell Street Presbyterian Church in Lexington, KY. She has numerous gifts and passions to share, including her beautiful voice, sewing, teaching, crafts, and creating art in several media. We welcome Mary Lois to our church family and look forward to her participation in our ministries. Mary Bruce is happy to be her sponsor as she joins our fold.

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Presbyterian Women

PW Fall Retreat – Montreat October 13-15 It’s time to start planning the Presbyterian Women’s Fall Retreat. Once again we will be spending the weekend in beautiful Montreat, and we have reserved two lovely houses for our use.

One difference this year is that four of us are working to plan this annual get-away. Levina Kollar, Linda Fitts, Rebecca Conway, and Sally Beck look forward to spending a weekend of fellowship and spiritual renewal with all of you, and we’d value your input too! Please save the weekend and plan to join us!

Fellowship

ALMANAH WOMEN

(widow support & fellowship) Lunch: Wednesday, August 9 at 12:30 p.m. at Bravo. No bus; we’ll meet at the restaurant. Movie: Once Upon a Mattress, Tuesday, August 29 at 1:00 p.m.

GEEZERS’ BREAKFAST All men 55+ are invited to

join us at Oakcrest Restaurant for good food and fellowship. Get acquainted with others, and enjoy the company of long-time friends. Wednesday, August 16 at 8:30 a.m.

August Birthdays

1 William Fuller 18 Paul Stiles

1 Whitney Reese 21 Rachel Jones

1 Dan Hopkins 21 Ross Beale

1 Mike Bivona 22 Dylan Lewellyn

2 Ashlyn McClellan 24 Burl Hull

3 Lilly Cox 25 Doug Berg

4 Caroline Askew 25 Kregg Kinnear

8 Maria Boulton 26 Michael Keel

8 Donald Yelton 26 Vernon Mull

9 Catherine Owens 26 Patricia Sink

10 Patsy Archer 27 Laura Harrington

11 Brandon Inscore 27 Sydney Keel

13 Katie Sasser Ewing 29 Laura Clifton

14 Cameron Parker 29 Violet Gordon

15 John Parker 29 Will Thompson

15 Jackson Kirkpatrick 30 Grace Arnett

16 Bridgett Mitchell 30 Taylor Owens

18 Chris Matthews 30 Rita Jennings

18 Alexander Biaggi 31 Lillian Barnes

Congregational Nurse

Backpack Safety Choose a backpack with wide,

padded shoulder straps and a

padded back.

Pack light. Organize the backpack

to use all of its compartments. Pack heavier items

closest to the center of the back. The backpack

should never weigh more than 10 to 20 percent of

your child’s body weight. Go through the pack

with your child weekly, and remove unneeded

items to keep it light.

Always use both shoulder straps. Slinging a

backpack over one shoulder can strain muscles.

Adjust the pack so that the bottom sits at the waist.

If your school allows, consider a rolling backpack. This

type of backpack may be a good choice for

students who must tote a heavy load. Remember

that rolling backpacks still must be carried up

stairs, they may be difficult to roll in snow, and

they may not fit in some lockers.

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Children and Youth

KIDSJAM

Monthly movie nights and service projects will resume in September.

August 6 Acolyte training in the sanctuary at 10 am

August 20 Acolyte training in the sanctuary at 10 am

August 27 Back to Sunday School Kick-Off and Blessing of the Bookbags

September 3 Acolyte training in the sanctuary at 10am

For more information on these 3-5 grade fellowship activities, check the children’s bulletin board or contact Nicole Purdie (nicole.purdie@yahoo.com) to get on the email mailing. YOUTH

August 13-18 Middle School Mission trip to DC

Regular weekly meeting schedule will resume in September.

For more information on youth fellowship grades 6-12 please check the youth bulletin board or contact Kim Row (krow@guilfordpark.org) to get on the email reminder and updates list.

Acolyte Training has been scheduled for all students in 3rd grade or older on three different Sundays. Please check the KidsJam schedule for dates and times.

NO CHILDREN’S CHURCH– Children kindergarten age and older will remain in worship. This gives young children training in worship and gives the church family time to get to know our children and model appropriate worship responses. All children are invited to pick up a worship bag or participate in the coloring pages and posters offered in the back of the sanctuary. There is no change in the nursery care for children birth to 4 years of age offered during worship services.

SUNDAY SCHOOL KICK-OFF is August 27! We will have a blessing of the back packs during worship and fun activities at 10 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall where you will meet Sunday School teachers and classmates for the new year.

The Children and Youth Committee is actively recruiting Sunday School teachers and Youth Advisors for the 2017-18 school year. If you are interested in teaching or learning more about this ministry please contact Kim Row (Krow@guilfordpark.org)

COMING UP NEXT MONTH– Look for these classes in September: New to the Pew class Lunch and learn on how to engage your child in worship

Away they go! Middle schoolers on their way to Massanetta Youth Conference. Left to right: Andrew Spradley, Craig Nygard, Sam Bivona, Hogan Randall, Elisabeth Hornfeck, Lance Farley, Ali Shackelford, Ava Spradley, Ava Stewart, Noah Hawkins, Thomas Purdie, Kim Row

Sunday School Kick-Off, August 27 Come celebrate with us! 9/11 a.m.—Blessing of the bookbags during worship. Bring your bookbag.

10 a.m.— Gathering in the Fellowship Hall Snacks and juice, activity stations, sing along, learn about classes for adults and children, meet our Sunday School teachers and visit the classrooms

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Fall Adult Washington DC Mission Trip November 1 — 5, 2017 Not sure what to do with those left-over vacation days...we can help!!! We are leaving Wednesday, November 1 and heading to Washington, DC for the Fall Adult Mission Trip. We work with The Pilgrimage located in the heart of the city to find meaningful mission opportunities in DC. We learn a lot about ourselves and the homeless population in DC and also have a lot of fun. Contact Lisa Jones at 336-908-9115 if you have any questions watch the bulletin board towards the end of the summer for the sign up sheet.

Children In Worship

Guilford Park and 20 other Greensboro churches have again joined forces in Habitat of Greensboro’s Building on Faith initiative. This year’s home is at 1717 Kay Street and was started on June 17. It is now beginning to look like a house, but much work remains to be done between now and the fall. Guilford Park is partnering with First Lutheran Church on Saturday, September 16 to prime the walls of the entire house. Please check the Mission bulletin board for more information and a sign-up sheet for volunteers. We need your help!

Mission

Something to think about as our children worship in the sanctuary: 5 Reasons Children Should Be in the Main Service Regularly by Tamera Kraft

Children should not be removed from the main body for convenience sake. This is one reason churches remove children. They want a professional church service where adults can enjoy the worship without being disrupted by noisy children. This sounds good, but the Book of Acts never talks about having a professional service nor does the Bible talk about meeting our own selfish needs during church, but it does talk about children not being pushed aside. Matthew 19:14—Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.”

Children are a part of the Body of Christ. There is nowhere in the Bible where it says children are a separate body. They are an important part of the church and shouldn’t always be excluded when the church meets. During the Feast of Tabernacles, all of Israel would come before the Lord to hear the reading of the Law so that the children would hear it and learn to fear the Lord. In Paul’s letters to the Ephesians, he gave instructions directly to the children to obey their parents. He considered them a part of the church that he was writing to.

Children need godly examples of how to worship. If children never see adults in the main service worshiping, they won’t know how to worship or what is expected of them.

Children need to feel like they are a part of the church community. If children are always separated from the body of Christ, they will never feel like they are a part of the church community. And the members of the church will never get to know the children and be an example to them unless they work in children’s ministry.

Children who don’t feel like a part of the church community will leave church when they’re older. Imagine the culture shock of a child who has been in church all of his life but has never been in the main service. He has played games every Sunday, sang active songs, and had every message or Bible story illustrated with a skit, object lesson or interactive device. Suddenly the child turns 10 or 12, or in some cases, 18 years old. He has graduated to big church. The music is strange. There are no games, skits or illustrations, only some guy he’s never met preaching for a half hour or longer. He doesn’t know any of the people. And there’s no candy. Get the picture? That’s what happens to a child who is never in the main service. Within a few months, maybe even a few weeks, he decides he doesn’t want to be there. If his parents make him stay, he’ll leave as soon as he turns 18. If not, he’ll leave sooner. He’ll look for a church that entertains him and isn’t boring. If he doesn’t find one, he’ll drop out of church. This may be why so many young people are no longer attending church. They never were a part of the church. Tamera Kraft has 30 years experience in children's ministry

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Stand Up & Step Out: Presbyterians for Earth Care

My family and I joined Guilford Park Presbyterian Church over 30 years ago. Holy smokes! Where did the time go? Along this timeline, Guilford Park has shown the love of Christ in many ways to those within our church community and those in need outside of our walls. I have always found that Guilford Park’s strength lies in its ability to recognize need, adapt, then Stand up and Step Out to wherever God’s people are in despair or are marginalized. The formation and support of the Justice and Peacemaking Committee (J&PC) is another way that GPPC has stepped up and recognized our neighbors in need who have been marginalized in ways that are not so simple to solve. The J&PC strives to learn and become actively engaged in areas of need that include hunger, LGBTQ, race, immigration, interfaith peacemaking and environmental justice. I have the privilege of serving on this committee as an Environmental Justice liaison. Some might think that caring for the environment is a secular thing, or perhaps a stand-alone mission, seemingly unrelated to the other areas of Justice and Peacemaking. I have learned that my passion and work for environmental justice and stewardship does not exist in a silo. Environmental Justice overlaps, intertwines and compliments the other areas of Justice and Peacemaking.

SECULAR MOTIVATION OR CALL FROM OUR LORD? Many of you know me as the “water guy” from my public sector career at the Water Resources Department for the City of Greensboro. 38 years at it, but who’s counting?! I will tell you, way back then my professional work for the environment, pollution control and drinking water safety was more of a secular interest than faith driven. Environmental stewardship was not in the theological mainstream of thought yet. Environmental ethics was largely scientific based and secularly led in the 1960’s and 70’s. Not unlike most Christians, faith based creation care was not something we were talking about. It wasn’t until twenty years after the first Earth Day in 1970, I took part in my first Earth Day observance and walk event in 1990. That year was significant spiritually for me and for many other Presbyterians because the 202nd General Assembly (1990) of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) adopted the comprehensive policy “Restoring Creation for Ecology and Justice,” affirming that the protection of the environment is an essential part of the Christian faith. Over the years, many secular environmental groups have recognized they need faith based groups if measurable success is to be realized. Dialog between these groups is always good.

CALL TO RESTORE THE CREATION 1 Corinthians 4:1 Thus should one regard us: as servants of Christ and stewards of the mysteries of God. In 2010, the 219th General Assembly lifted up the “Call to Restore the Creation” in recognition of continuing the crucial work started twenty years earlier. Like many other Christians, we Presbyterians can join in a growing movement of folks who believe that protecting the earth is a moral imperative, not just because we care about environmental stewardship, but because we care about our neighbors, whose lives depend on a healthy and fruitful environment. Presbyterians for Earth Care (PEC) is an eco-justice network of Presbyterians seeking to inspire congregations to make creation care a central concern of the church. I count myself as one of them.

THE NEXUS OF NEEDS It is this intimate connection between the planet and the poor that keeps us hooked as people of faith. As Christians and stewards of the earth, we see a connection, or nexus, between caring for the environment and caring for people. At the most basic level, simple frugal living frees up resources for others, energy conservation reduces need for fossil fuel, leading to reductions in air or ground pollution. Our cumulative efforts matter and have impact. There are intersections where people of faith are needed. With regard to social injustice, many of our poorest neighbors live in close proximity to contaminated ground water. Often the NIMBY principle, “Not in My Back Yard” works for the most organized and affluent voices in our communities. The softest and poorest of our neighbors’ voices lose out and find “it”, pollution in their back yard. People of faith can add their voices and advocate.

There are so many ways as stewards of creation that we can serve our neighbors in Christ, not limited to water conservation, changing light bulbs and recycling. The Justice and Peacemaking Committee explores all opportunities at the nexus of needs. Maybe environmental stewardship and creation care is a point of interest for you? I invite you to join us sometime to explore new service opportunities, Stand Up and Step Out with us!

Submitted by Steve Drew

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Justice & Peacemaking (continued)

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Worship

BANNER FOR “ORDINARY TIME”

A tree has always been important to Guilford Park Presbyterian Church. After all – we started meeting under the trees in our lot across the street on the corner of Fairfield and Fernwood. We have a Guilford Park Church blog called “Leaves on Trees.” When the Liturgical Arts Ministry began planning for a banner to be used in the liturgical church calendar known as “Ordinary Time,” which is represented by the color green, we naturally thought a tree would be the perfect image to use. We asked the congregation to share small pieces of all shades of green fabric because we wanted everyone to be a part of this project. These contributions have been used for the leaves on our tree, some of the most beautiful parts of our banner. They not only bring life to the tree, they represent our diversity as the people of God – different shades of green, different textures and shapes coming together representing Guilford Park. The banner is made from heavy canvas on which the beautiful background was painted. Next the trunk portion was drawn and painted using a variety of green colors, again representing our diversity. The tree and its trunk also represent our strength when we stand together to praise and worship our God. The leaves were cut out of your donated fabric pieces and prepared with wonder under fusible material and then ironed onto the canvas. In addition to the banner, green silks have been added to our church windows. Seasons in nature change and the green in God’s creations go from the lively bright greens of spring and summer to the changing greens of fall, and the darker greens of winter. As we bring the green inside our sanctuary, may we be called to prayer in thanksgiving to God for life, for nature and for our diverse church family, remembering that our differences are the gifts we bring to this community of faith known as Guilford Park Presbyterian Church. The Liturgical Arts Ministry is a small sub-committee of the Worship Committee. Members include: Karen Aycock, Maria Boulton, Kathy Gaines, Martha Higgins, Judy Koelmel, Helen Shaw, Harold Shelton, Pat Yelton and Phyllis Setzer, who chairs the committee. The committee itself is diverse in the gifts we bring to the work we do – but together we make a happy team which works to add beauty and meaning to our worship of God. Newcomers are always welcome. Some people are inspired by words in worship; some are inspired by music; and others are inspired by visual enhancements. It is our goal to add liturgical art to our worship, which adds inspiration and meaning through beauty. Adoration - Beauty - Creation - Diversity - Joy - Life - Praise - Sunrise - Sunset -Togetherness - Wonder. . . These are some of the words those working on this banner used for inspiration. What words would you add to this list? Submitted by Phyllis Setzer

SOUND SYSTEM WORKERS Interested in helping with the sound system desk in the Guilford Park sanctuary? It is a very important job which benefits everyone when it comes to the sense of hearing all the aspects of worship – the sermon, the scripture, the prayers and the music! We are always looking for new workers to be added to the sound desk team. Volunteers will be trained and ready to serve with care. Please contact Rick Cromer if you are interested, or have any questions. Rick can be reached at 336-210-0364 or rickcromer@triad.rr.com. To all those folks who are serving on this team already, we say “Thank You” for the outstanding job you are doing to help us all hear!

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During the summer months while our choirs take a much-deserved break we will have special music each Sunday.

GPPC Jazz Quartet; Post-worship mini recital Bill Allred, Chris Brandhofer, Joyce Kemmerer

9 a.m.– Lisa Jones and Brian Fitts, duet 11 a.m.– Piano trio Bill Allred, Ben Christman-Therrell, Joyce Kemmerer

9 a.m.– Alicia Bivona 11 a.m.– Fred Beck, trumpet

TBA

YES Ensemble and Chancel Choir resume

Summer Special Music

Mark your calendars now to attend “An Evening of Music” offered by the GPPC music staff. This event will take place on Friday, September 15 at 7 p.m. You won’t want to miss the wide variety of music prepared by Bill Allred, Jordan Hart and Brian Fitts. This is an event planned to offer all sorts of music, both sacred and secular. Many guest musicians will be present and a love offering will be collected in support of our music program. Each staff member will offer approximately 30 minutes of music that they want to share with those in attendance. The program will frequently “rotate” so the styles of music are constantly changing. This will truly be a full “Evening of Music” so come, sit back and enjoy!

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From Personnel: Sabbaticals and Different Faces

Jeff returns September 1! We are so pleased that he has had an opportunity over the last couple of months for rest and renewal. And GPPC is very fortunate to have both paid and unpaid staff with many years of experience to ensure all the pastoral needs of the congregation are met during his absence. Associate Pastor Jo Owens and Parish Associates Fred Beck and Kit Schooley have been sharing the preaching duties for the summer. Look for all three of them in the pulpit in August. Pastoral care, hospital, rehab and home visits continue to be covered by Jo, Kit, Fred and our parish nurse Janet Dawson. Jo will cover Sundays, Mondays and Wednesdays. Janet will be on call for Fridays and Kit and Fred will cover Tuesdays and Thursdays on a rotating basis. Saturdays will be covered by all as needed. No, you will not need to remember whom to call!

We have one phone number which will ring to all their phones and the appropriate person on call will answer. Jo will be acting as head of staff and dealing with all the day to day activities of the church. And of course, Jane Sharpe is at the church Monday through Thursdays. We are grateful that these individuals will be working together for the GPPC family over the summer months. The phone number for the pastor on call or congregational nurse is 336-663-2660. Remember, whoever is on call will answer, so if you want Jo, Kit, Fred or Janet specifically, please call them directly.

The Nicaragua Mission team before departure on July 23. Please keep the team in your prayers as they work in Nicaragua and establish ties between Guilford Park and folks there. The group will return Saturday, July 29. Back row: Becca Gordon Jenny Beale, Peter Isakoff, Leslie Isakoff, Taylor Owens, John Bloss, Clare Bloss, Jeff Paschal. Front row: Emily Thompson, Laura Harrington, Victoria Elizabeth Ball.

Jo Nygard Owens, Associate Pastor

Fred Beck, Parish Associate

Kit Schooley, Parish Associate

Janet Dawson, Congregational Nurse

YOUR PASTORAL SABBATICAL TEAM

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From Presbyterian Counseling Center for a recent gift of $250, and for all GPPC has done to support PCC through the years. From Presbyterian Mission Agency for a recent gift of $166.67 for continued support of our missionary in Nicaragua, Tracey King-Ortega. From Greensboro Urban Ministry for a recent gift of $416.67 to help create a stronger community while transforming lives. From Greensboro Urban Ministry for a recent donation of 254 lbs. of food to supplement families during critical summer months when school meals are unavailable.

From the Finance Office Thank-you’s

WEEKLY GIVING

FINANCIAL UPDATE AS OF JUNE 30

Date: 6/4/17

Pledges-General Fund $11,579.00

Non-Pledge Gift $1,010.00

Loose Offering $213.00

Church School $4.00

Music Fund $25.00

Memorial Fund $315.00

Pentecost Offering $478.00

Date: 6/11/17

Pledges-General Fund $6,130.00

Non-Pledge Gift $240.00

Loose Offering $104.50

Missions $100.00

Memorial Fund $175.00

Pentecost Offering $50.00

Date: 6/18/17

Pledges-General Fund $4,618.00

Non-Pledge Gift $565.00

Loose Offering $66.75

Memorial Fund $170.00

Missions $100.00

Pennies For Hunger $101.00

Date: 6/25/17

Pledges-General Fund $7,796.00

Non-Pledge Gift $465.00

Music Fund $50.00

Deacons' Fund $357.77

Memorial Fund $50.00

Pennies For Hunger $102.49

We Pledged To Give $246,175.02

We Actually Gave 198,477.17

Money Spent $253,554.75

Money Received 235,262.47

($18,292.28)

Ashlyn Surrette and Teigan Babcock enjoy making new friends at camp at Mt. Shepherd.

Ready for worship at Montreat. Front row (left to right): Alex Boudreaux, Parker Mitchell, Will Hornfeck, Alex Biaggi. Back row (left to right): Preston Hawkins, Maddie Armstrong, Janie Hawkins

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Serving in Worship

AUGUST 6 9:00 Ushers: Ed & Jaime Hendricks 9:00 Liturgist: Taylor Owens Communion Preparer: Barbara Sasser 9:00 Communion Servers: Donna Barrier, Lynn Carey, Gray Amick, Emmy Biaggi 9:00 Sound System: Steve Drew 11:00 Ushers: John Parker, Ryan Morgan, Kit Schooley, John Shackelford 11:00 Liturgist: Levina Kollar 11:00 Communion Servers: Lynn Carey; Peter Isakoff; Betty Peraldo & Rak Kreager 11:00 Sound System: Steve Lacz Home Communion Server: Ralph Lawrence (Peg Lukens) Opening/Closing: Frank Wyatt/Joe Gray Bread Delivery: Shari and Justin Spradley

AUGUST 13 9:00 Ushers: Steve & Carolyn Drew 9:00 Liturgist: Maria Boulton 9:00 Sound System: Bob Nordbruch 11:00 Ushers: Doug Campbell, Bo Rodenbough, Steve Dixon, Ed Bonkemeyer 11:00 Liturgist: Van Shaw 11:00 Sound System: Rick Cromer Opening/Closing: Bob Ewalt/Kenny Thompson Bread Delivery: George and Phyllis Setzer Flower Visitation: Frank Wyatt

AUGUST 20 9:00 Ushers: Lynn Carey & Gary Stephenson 9:00 Liturgist: Stephanie Kurtts 9:00 Sound System: Gray Amick 11:00 Ushers: Hallie Smith, Skip Bailey, Becky Stump, Susan Thomas, Michael Jackson 11:00 Liturgist: David Taylor 11:00 Sound System: Dylan Lewellyn Opening/Closing: Don Olson/Jason Beale Bread Delivery: Karen and Scott Berg Flower Visitation: Betty Peraldo

AUGUST 27 9:00 Ushers: Kregg & Kay Kinnear 9:00 Liturgist: Tom O’Shea 9:00 Sound System: Don Yelton 11:00 Ushers: Scott Moore, Jukka Kayhko, Kenny Thompson, Ralph and Jane Lawrence 11:00 Liturgist: Sarah Carroll 11:00 Sound System: Gene Campbell Opening/Closing: Michael Jackson/Ralph Lawrence Bread Delivery: Don and Pat Yelton Flower Visitation: Eleanor Jordan

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August 2017 Calendar

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Pastor: Jeff Paschal (on sabbatical until September 1) jpaschal@guilfordpark.org Associate Pastor: Jo Nygard Owens jnowens@guilfordpark.org Parish Associate: Kit Schooley christopher.schooley@mac.com Parish Associate: Fred Beck fbeck7346@gmail.com Children & Youth Educator: Kim Row krow@guilfordpark.org Organist & Director of Music Ministries: Bill Allred ballred@guilfordpark.org Contemporary Music Director: Brian Fitts bltfitts@triad.rr.com Church Administrator: Jane Sharpe churchadmin@guilfordpark.org Finance office: jsharpe@guilfordpark.org Congregational Nurse: Janet Dawson janetydawson@gmail.com Preschool Director: Debbie Huneycutt dhuneycutt@guilfordpark.org YES Accompanist: Jordan Hart thatfridaynightthing@gmail.com Webmaster: Mark Gordon zosimov21@gmail.com Missionaries: Pablo & Jan Feliciano in Mexico Tracey King Ortega in Nicaragua

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GPPC Staff

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