From kkovacs at catonsvillepresb.org Tue Dec 1 09:38:47 2009 From: kkovacs at catonsvillepresb.org (Kenneth Kovacs) Date: Tue, 1 Dec 2009 09:38:47 -0500 Subject: [Members-and-Friends] TidingsNovember 30, 2009.doc Seeking Peace & Justice Message-ID: <000601ca7293$fdba6290$f92f27b0$@org> November 30, 2009 PEACE SEEKER 2009 AWARD Bill Galvin?s ministry on behalf of Presbyterian Conscientious Objectors is a testament to this cause of those who have come to believe that Christian faith prohibits their participation in war. ?Our culture wants to define conscientious objection as rare . . . [but] we need to see conscientious objection as the norm ---and support for atrocities and illegal wars as the extreme. Everyone draws the line somewhere,? Galvin said in a recent interview. In recognition of his work, Galvin will receive the Presbyterian Peace Fellowship 2009 Peace Seeker Award at the 219th General Assembly in Minneapolis next summer. An active member of the Presbytery and elder at Hope Presbyterian Church, Galvin has worked to defend and extend the right to conscientious objection to war for nearly 40 years. He serves as coordinator for the Center on Conscience and War in Washington DC, overseeing a national program of counselors, the GI Rights Hotline and other efforts to support men and women in the armed services who come to believe that war is contrary to their faith and values. SEEKING PEACE & JUSTICE ?There is no peace without justice. Wherever there is brokenness, violence, and injustice the people of God are called to peacemaking.? (W-7.4003) Across the Presbytery there are moments in everyday lives that bear extraordinary witness to principles of peace and justice within our Christian faith. In June, while visiting El Salvador, a delegation from Brown Memorial Park Presbyterian Church was confronted with the death of mission colleague Marcelo Rivera and its alleged connection to a controversial mining operation. The delegations? pastor, Rev. Andrew Foster Connors tried to console them from across the miles; while, here at home, find an explanation for such a brutal and senseless murder. In a pursuit for truth and justice, Rev. Foster Connors learned that Rivera had fervently protested deals to allow foreign countries to extract natural resources from South American mines ? and, in the wake of his actions, his death held broader implications. Rev. Foster Connors ?I was not previously aware that the relationships between extractive industries and governments can result in human rights violations, torture and death,? said Rev. Foster Connors.? The pastor?s awareness led to involvement with Publish What You Pay (PWYP), a campaign endorsed by the 218th General Assembly (2008) to force extraction companies to disclose large payments to foreign governments. The strategy encourages that funds benefit all of the people of the countries involved. Rev. Foster Connors took his cause to U.S. Sen. Benjamin L. Cardin (D-MD), who with Sen. Richard Lugar (R-IN) introduced the Energy Security Through Transparency Act on Sept. 23rd. The legislation would require all companies listed on U.S. exchanges to disclose their payments to foreign governments for the extraction of oil, gas and minerals on a country-by-country basis. ?One of the challenges for the PC(USA), that is so involved in political issues, is that when something like this happens, you understand that the flesh and blood advocacy work we do connect with our faith,? Rev. Foster Connors said. Inside this Issue Take Note/Act Now ? Stated Clerk ? Prayer Vigil in Annapolis ? Amahl & The Night Visitors at Chestnut ? Gallery at Woods ? Springfield Concert ? New Imani Fruit Sale ? Board of Pension ? FTE Fellowships Presbytery Meetings Stated Meetings Jan. 28th at1pm Council Meeting Jan 12th at 7pm Vision Meeting Dec. 8th at 3pm Committee Meeting Dec. 1st Praise & Prayer Please pray for the Commissioned Lay Pastor John H. Brewington of Cherry Hill Community Presbyterian Church and Commissioned Lay Pastor Gregory Seltzer of Chestnut Grove Presbyterian Church as they continue to support their pastors and congregations in sharing the Good News of God?s Grace and love. ******** Please continue to pray for Samantha Tisinger, daughter of Rev. Steve Tisinger of Christ Our Anchor Presbyterian Church, who is recuperating from orthopedic surgery; Deb Milcarek, Associate for Mission, Peace & Justice and the Rev. Jane Johnson, Associate for Leadership Development, Education and Youth who are both recovering from illnesses. ******** Renewing the Vision: May God move those churches who have not participated yet to join in with the discussion and prayer for the future of the Presbytery. To be placed on the prayer list, email: revans at baltimorepresbytery.org Contact Information The Presbytery of Baltimore: Phone: 410.433.2012 or 800.511.0087 Office E-mail: office at baltimorepresbytery.org Website: www.baltimorepresbytery.org To subscribe/unsubscribe: Call 410.433.2012 or email Roger Evans Take Note/Act Now Presbytery of Baltimore IMPORTANT! Stated Clerk Vaughn Brown has embarked on a leave of absence until Jan. 24th. During this time his duties will be handled by Stated Clerk pro tem Catherine Blacka (work of presbytery and churches) at 410.531.4910 and Stated Clerk pro tem Bruce Barstow (communications with other governing bodies and statistical reports) who will be in the office on Fridays. Email addressed to Stated Clerk Vaughn Brown will be reviewed by the Stated Clerks pro tem. On Tuesday, Dec. 15th, the Presbytery will participate in a Prayer Vigil at11:30am on Lawyer?s Mall in Annapolis to thank Gov. Martin O?Malley for protecting funds for the state?s temporary disability assistance program. Email jerickson at baltmorepresbytery.org. Church Notices Chestnut Grove Presbyterian Church presents Gian Carlo Menotti? classic one act opera, "Amahl and the Night Visitors," at 7:30pm on Saturday, Dec. 5th and at 3pm on Sunday, Dec. 6th. Admission is $10. For details call 410.592.9121. The Gallery at Woods Memorial Presbyterian Church is exhibiting paintings by local artists in various subject matter and media. The exhibit is open 9am-9pm Monday through Thursday (weekends by appointment) until Dec. 27th. For details call Nancy Saarlas at 410.647.0135 The combined choirs of Springfield Presbyterian Church, Oakland Presbyterian Church and the South Carroll Choral Society will be singing Vivaldi?s Gloria accompanied by Azimuth Quartet at 3pm on Sunday Dec. 13. For details, click Concert . New Imani Community Church is sponsoring a Citrus Fruit Drive to raise funds. For details, click New Imani. Synod and General Assembly Items Board of Pension (updated 11/09) report, click here . FTE offers fellowships for 2010-2011 academic year ? $1.5 million to be granted to theological students in the U.S. For details, click FTE Fellowships. Peter Nord, Executive Presbyter pnord at baltimorepresbytery.org Bill Millen, Assoc. Executive bmillen at baltimorepresbytery.org Vaughn L. 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O Antiphons for Advent (8th Century) Scripture: Malachi 3: 1-4 & Luke 3: 1-6 Sermon: Transformation Required These texts are the assigned lectionary readings for the second Sunday of Advent. In Malachi we hear about a messenger who will arrive before the coming of the Lord. It's a demanding text. In Luke we learn of another messenger, John the Baptist, who prepared Israel for the coming of the Lord, the Lord Jesus. Both of these texts refer to the future coming of God and because Advent means, literally, coming, they offer us some indication of what's required before the Lord appears. See you in worship! Ken Kovacs ___________________ Life in the Community for the week of December 6-12, 2009 Christian Education The BIG ADVENT FEAST is Sunday! Come for part, or come for all: 5:15 - 6:00 pm: Holiday Crafts 6:00 - 7:15 pm: Food & Fellowship Main dish and drinks will be provided. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share. Hope you'll join us! Youth Groups: We're Christmas Caroling on Saturday, December 13, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. (senior highs will continue the festivities at the Fromm's till 7:00 p.m.), and Sunday, December 20, we'll have holiday fun for senior highs at the church/middle school at the Shumakers from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Church School Mission: The McKim Center Christmas party toy collection continues through December 13. Unwrapped toys for boys/girls elementary through middle school can be placed under the Jesse Tree in the sanctuary. These will be shared at the community center's holiday party. Let's help make the season bright for our Baltimore City mission partners. Baltimore Presbytery Senior High Retreat: Please turn in forms and money for the January 22-24 retreat by Sunday, December 13. Extra forms are on the bulletin board in the Crossroads room. Senior High Youth Mission Opportunity: We'll be serving lunch at Our Daily Bread on Thursday, December 31. Please meet at the church at 8:30 a.m.; we'll return by 1:30 p.m. Parents are also invited to participate. RSVP to Vince Fromm by December 13, please. Advent Resources from the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.): Click on to "Resources for Advent" at www.pcusa.org for resources such as Ideas for Reclaiming Advent and Christmas. Plus, there's a daily devotion for youth, Following the Star, at www.d365.org. Growing in God's Grace: Join us on Sunday mornings, 9:00-10:00 a.m. in the library. Child care is always provided. December 13 and 20: Images of the Nativity. We are continuing the story of Jesus' birth through the power of images that we began on the First Sunday of Advent, November 29. The joy, the wonder, the beauty, the glory of the nativity has been a welcomed subject for artists since the time of the early church. We are looking at paintings as a way to visually enter into the birth narratives. On December 13, Advent III, we'll look at modern and contemporary renderings, often provocative and abstract. Then, on December 20, Advent IV, we will explore nativity art from across different cultures. Led by Ken Kovacs & Nina Lagervall. How many cookies does it take to buy a cow? Find the answer at THE GREAT HEIFER COOKIE WALK 2009 The 5th Annual CPC Cookie Walk will follow worship next Sunday, December 13. Many bakers have signed up to donate their time, talent, and ingredients to produce an amazing array of holiday treats. Come ready with cash or checkbook in hand to purchase homemade cookies and candies for $6.50 per pound. You will be able to tour the beautifully decorated tables in Fellowship Hall and select from a wide variety of delicious holiday treats. Treat your taste buds and support Heifer International. It's sugar and spice and everything nice! Mission Alternative Christmas Gifts: Looking for the perfect gift? How about sending a donation to one of our mission partner ministries? Many offer gift cards that you can send to your family & friends. There is information on several opportunities in the file folders along the bottom of the Mission Committee bulletin board opposite the kitchen, with catalogs, order forms, and a listing of our mission partners including Baltimore Presbytery, Church World Service, Guatemala Scholarships, Habitat for Humanity, Heifer International, and the Santi School in Nepal. We have al-so posted "wish lists" for some of our local mission partners. Please contact the church office if you need further information. Party with Habitat for Humanity of the Chesapeake! A Holiday Open House will be held on Tuesday, December 8, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at their new location - 3741 Commerce Drive, Suite 309, Halethorpe 21227 (near the Home Depot, off Washington Blvd.). R.S.V.P. to Tracie Allen at tallen at habitatchesapeake.org or 410-366-1250, ext. 110. I will be heading over around 5:30 if anyone wants to meet me at the church's small parking lot (on Frederick Road). Let me know at 410-281-2189. Barbara Rice Habitat for Humanity Chesapeake Region and United Churches recently awarded Catonsville Presbyterian Church a framed certificate for their financial support of, and physical participation in, local housing projects. Please stop by the Mission bulletin board opposite the kitchen to view photos of our youth working on one of the homes, a letter of thanks from a new homeowner, and other information highlighting our involvement with these local housing projects. Many thanks to all who participated, with special thanks to Barbara Rice for her tireless coordination of our hands-on participation, snack dates, "Buy a Brick" fundraiser, and for attending the special interfaith building events held in October. Stewardship Have you submitted your pledge for 2010? If so, thank you! Pledge Report - Closing the Gap 2010 2009 Thru 11/28/09 Number of Pledges Received to Date 88 121 Total Dollar Amount Pledged $ 281,749 $ 338,572 Average Pledge $ 3,201 $ 2,798 Median Pledge $ 2,400 $ 1,800 The pledges received so far breakdown as follows: $10,000 or more 4 $1,200-$1,499 9 $5,000-$10,000 11 $1,000-$1,199 9 $3,000-$4,999 22 $800-$999 2 $2,000-$2,999 12 $500-$799 11 $1,500-$1,999 7 Less than $500 1 ? 83 pledges have been renewed. ? 50 pledges received were increased over last year. ? 5 new pledges have been received. ? 38 pledged last year but have not yet pledged this year. Respectfully submitted, David Carr, Pledge Secretary Our Financial Resources Doing God's Work As of December 5, 2009 Actual Income to Date $ 417,255 Pro-rated Expenses to Date $ 439,791 Shortfall to Date $ (22,536) It takes $1,285 to fund the daily operations of the church in 2009. We rely on everyone to support what God is doing through this congregation. The vitality of this ministry is secured by God's grace and funded by the faithfulness and commitment of God's people. We are counting on the ongoing generosity of our members and friends. Bob Shumaker, Finance Committee "Growing in God's Grace" Capital Campaign 180,000 4th Year Appeal Number of pledges to date 26 Total dollar amount pledged $60,380 Amount received last week - 11/29/2009 $445 4th year amount received to date$ 58,152 Grand total received from all campaigns to date $1,077,473 Trustees Express Appreciation for Cleanup Many thanks for a job well done to all the Boy Scouts and other volunteers who helped with the fall grounds cleanup. Special thanks go out to Glenda Johnson for "feeding the troops" afterwards and to Dollye McCarty for planting 35 bulbs around the driveway area. Be sure to thank them for we will all enjoy the benefits next spring. PW Christmas Program Presbyterian Women invite all women of the church, and guests, to join us for our annual Christmas program on Monday, December 7, at 7:30 p.m. We will have refreshments and Christmas music will be provided by Sarah Moreland on the violin. We will be joined by special guests from the McKim Center (Dwight Warren), Habitat for Humanity of the Chesapeake, and the Lazarus Caucus (Teresa Donnelly). We hope that you come enjoy an evening of fun and fellowship with us! Partners Needed for Advent Spiritual Practice Our denominational magazine, Presbyterians Today, offers a unique Advent opportunity - journaling each day in Advent following a short reflection and prayer. Fortunately, no skills as a writer or artist are needed: it's simply an invitation to enter the reflection through writing, drawing, painting, collage, photography, computer-accessed images ... whatever! I'll provide the booklet, all you need is a blank book or an empty binder. I'll have materials available for 10 people. Come see me - let's spend time this Advent on a journaling adventure. -Dorothy Boulton A Glimpse Into Our Past Question: Under the heading "Christmas opportunities," a 1924 church bulletin said, "Serving from morning until night because she was too proud to acknowledge that her husband had deserted, Mrs. Bender is now ill from overwork. The doctor says she must have six months' rest and proper nourishment before she entirely recovers. ? dollars will pay one month's rent. Will you help?" How many dollars were needed? Answer: Ten! Troop 306 Christmas Tree Sale The annual tree sale has begun and will continue until all trees are sold or through December 20 (last day of sale). There is a great selection of freshly cut trees, including Douglas fir, Scotch pine, and Frasier fir in various sizes. Prices remain the same as last year. Sale hours are Sunday, 12-8 p.m.; Monday-Thursday, 6-8 p.m.; Friday, 6-9 p.m.; and Saturday, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Remember to come early in the sale period to get the best selection and before all the trees are sold This is the Troop's major fundraiser and your support is greatly appreciated. Jordan-Egypt Pilgrimage Tour If you're interested in the Jordan-Egypt Pilgrimage Tour (April 7-16, 2010, with the St. Catherine's Monastery & Mt. Sinai Extension, April 17-18, 2010), there's still time to apply. We've extended the registration deadline to Monday, December 21, 2009. For more information, see the Travel Resource Center: www.travelillume.com/trc/kkv Calendar for December 6-13, 2009 Sunday, 12/6 SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT 9:00 a.m. Church School 9:00 a.m. Adult Education, Library 10:30 a.m. Worship: Sacrament of the Lord's Supper 11:30 a.m. Congregation Art Show, Library BIG ADVENT FEAST: 5:15-6:00 p.m. Holiday Crafts 6:00-7:15 p.m. Food & Fellowship (Main meal and drinks provided; please bring side dish or dessert.) Monday, 12/7 9:00 a.m. Counters, Conference Rm 7:30 p.m. Presbyterian Women Christmas Meeting, Library/FH Presbyterian Women's Charlestown Circle Tuesday, 12/8 9:30 a.m. Quilting Group, Conference Rm 7:30 p.m. Vision Task Force, Conf Rm 7:30 p.m. Adult Education Committee, Library Wednesday, 12/9 6:30 p.m. Presbyterian Women's Connections Circle 7:00 p.m. Deacons, the Home of the Haupts 7:30 p.m. Trustees, Conference Rm Thursday, 12/10 10:30 a.m. Bible Study, Library 6:30-7:30 p.m. Handbell Choir Rehearsal, Sanctuary 7:30-9:00 p.m. Chancel Choir Rehearsal, Music Rm Friday, 12/11 Saturday, 12/12 10:00 a.m.-Noon Setup for Cookie Walk, FH 3:00-5:00 p.m. Caroling, Charlestown & Homebound Members 5:00-7:00 p.m. Crossroads, the Home of the Fromms Sunday, 12/13 THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT 9:00 a.m. Church School 9:00 a.m. Adult Education, Library 10:30 a.m. Worship: Christmas Concert 11:30 a.m. Cookie Walk, FH 11:30 a.m. Congregation Art Show, Library Rev. Kenneth E. Kovacs, Ph.D. Catonsville Presbyterian Church 1400 Frederick Road Catonsville, Maryland 21228 410.747.6180, ext. 1005 www.catonsvillepresb.org -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: winmail.dat Type: application/ms-tnef Size: 56873 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://lists.catonsvillepresb.org/pipermail/members-and-friends/attachments/20091204/8896d6da/attachment.bin From dboulton at catonsvillepresb.org Mon Dec 7 14:03:23 2009 From: dboulton at catonsvillepresb.org (Dorothy Boulton) Date: Mon, 7 Dec 2009 14:03:23 -0500 Subject: [Members-and-Friends] Christmas Caroling Message-ID: <00c301ca776f$f3baa0d0$6401a8c0@asstpastor> All Catonsville Presbyterian Church members and friends are invited to share holiday cheer in our annual afternoon CHRISTMAS CAROLING Saturday, December 12th, 3pm - 5pm. We'll meet in the small Frederick Road parking lot and divide into groups to carpool to several locations. 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December 7, 2009 Tri-Presbytery Grant Helps Pastors, Churches Prepare for Transformation The Board of Pensions recently awarded a $15,000 matching grant to the Presbytery of Baltimore and two other presbyteries within the Synod of the Mid-Atlantic who have formed a joint venture to assist pastors of congregations struggling to seek a greater connection with the community around them. The program will provide leadership training and long-term support for nearly two dozen clergy from Baltimore, New Castle and National Capitol presbyteries. Each of the presbyteries put up $5,000 to acquire matching funds from the Board of Pension to finance the program. An additional $5,000 was awarded to the group through a second grant from the Speer Trust, administered by the New Castle Presbytery. The total cost of the two year program is estimated at $35,000. According to Rev. Bill Millen, the Presbytery?s Associate Executive Presbyter, far too many congregations are uncertain about how to live out their faith in a post modern world. Furthermore, many pastors struggle with shifts in culture occurring today and how those changes impact the life of a faith community. The program seeks to strengthen congregations by preparing clergy and church leaders to become missional, relational and prophetic. The program offers clergy support through three distinct phases of training: Phase I provides teaching, coaching and practical exercises to assess both a pastor?s and/or church?s readiness for transformation; Phase II assists clergy in recruiting skilled team leaders to guide congregations who are ready for transformation; and, Phase III will focus on leadership training and implementing a plan for church transformation. In total, clergy will receive 130 hours in training and personal development; and, leaders will receive 48 hours of training. The program, slated to begin in March and run for two years, employs Heartwood LLC (with Ann Philbrick), a national consulting firm that helps cultivate congregational transformation through leadership development, strategic planning and training. And, with the program?s guidance, pastors will begin to understand some of the shifts in culture occurring today and how that impacts the life of a faith community ? reaching out to others and working toward the dream of God on earth, Rev. Millen said. For details about the program, email bmillen at baltimorepresbytery.org Inside this Issue Take Note/Act Now ? Remittance Deadline ? Prayer Vigil in Annapolis ? 1st & Franklin Concert ? Springfield Concert ? Gallery at Woods ? Board of Pension ? FTE Fellowships ? Carpeting your sanctuary? Presbytery Meetings Stated Meetings Jan. 28th at1pm Council Meeting Jan 12th at 7pm Vision Meeting Dec. 8th at 3pm Committee Meeting Jan. 5th Ministries in Transition Martha Myers Albershardt, called as pastor of Springfield Presbyterian Church, will be ordained at 4pm on Dec. 12 at Bradley Hills Presbyterian Church in Bethesda. ****** In addition, Chris Davis was ordained Dec. 6 as temporary stated supply at First Presbyterian Church of Bel Air. ****** Rev. Ron Johnson, organizing pastor of New Imani Community Church, has requested the dissolution of his relationship with the conger-gation as of Dec. 15th. Please pray for the well-being of Rev. Johnson, his family and members of the church. Praise & Prayer Please pray for the Rev. Ron Johnson of New Imani Community Church and the Rev. Kenneth Osborne of Grove Presbyterian Church as members of their congregations grow in their personal relationships with Jesus Christ and become catalysts of blessings for the glory of God. ******** Renewing the Vision: May all voices feel welcome to participate so that we may be aware of the hopes and dreams of the wide diversity of our congregations. To be placed on the prayer list, email: revans at baltimorepresbytery.org Contact Information The Presbytery of Baltimore: Phone: 410.433.2012 or 800.511.0087 Office E-mail: office at baltimorepresbytery.org Website: www.baltimorepresbytery.org To subscribe/unsubscribe: Call 410.433.2012 or email Roger Evans Take Note/Act Now Presbytery of Baltimore Friday, January 8th 2010 at noon is the deadline for churches to submit Remittances for FY2009. For details, email jforrester at baltimorepresbytery.org. On Tuesday, Dec. 15th, the Presbytery will participate in a Prayer Vigil at11:30am on Lawyer?s Mall in Annapolis to thank Gov. Martin O?Malley for protecting funds for the state?s temporary disability assistance program. Email jerickson at baltmorepresbytery.org. Church Notices First & Franklin St. Presbyterian Church will sponsor a free concert to celebrate the Advent Season at 4pm on Sunday, Dec. 13th. Due to renov ations in the church?s sanctuary, the concert will be held at SS. Philip and James RCC in Charles Village. For details, click Advent Concert. The combined choirs of Springfield Presbyterian Church, Oakland Presbyterian Church and the South Carroll Choral Society will be singing Vivaldi?s Gloria accompanied by Azimuth Quartet at 3pm on Sunday Dec. 13. For details, click Concert . The Gallery at Woods Memorial Presbyterian Church is exhibiting paintings by local artists in various subject matter and media. The exhibit is open 9am-9pm Monday through Thursday (weekends by appointment) until Dec. 27th. For details call Nancy Saarlas at 410.647.0135 Synod and General Assembly Items Board of Pension (updated 11/09) report, click here . FTE offers fellowships for 2010-2011 academic year ? $1.5 million to be granted to theological students in the U.S. For details, click FTE Fellowships. Other Items Thinking of re-carpeting your sanctuary? Partners for Sacred Spaces offers this article on how to chose carpeting: http://docs.google.com/Doc?docid=0AVSlChL7GMnbZGdxenN2YjZfMGZ4amticmZ3 &hl=en&pli=1 Peter Nord, Executive Presbyter pnord at baltimorepresbytery.org Bill Millen, Assoc. Executive bmillen at baltimorepresbytery.org Vaughn L. 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Hymns with Organ & Brass Quintet Anthems by the Choir: "And the Glory of the Lord," from Messiah, G. F. Handel Lo, How a Rose E'er Blooming, arr. Doug Andrews Nativity Carol, John Rutter The Holly and the Ivy, arr. H. Walford Davies The Angels and the Shepherds, Bohemian Carol, arr. C. H. Trevor Joy to the World, arr. F. Kuykendall Musical Offerings by the Handbell Choir: God Rest Ye Merry, arr. Judy Phillips O How Joyfully, Cathy Moklebust Then join us immediately after worship for. The Great Heifer Cookie Walk 2009 Come ready with cash or checkbook in hand to purchase cookies and candies for $6.50 per pound. You will be able to tour the beautifully decorated tables in Fellowship Hall and select from a wide variety of delicious holiday treats. Treat your taste buds and support Heifer International (www.heifer.org). It's sugar and spice and everything nice! -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Hymns with Organ & Brass Quintet Anthems by the Choir: ?And the Glory of the Lord,? from Messiah, G. F. Handel Lo, How a Rose E?er Blooming, arr. Doug Andrews Nativity Carol, John Rutter The Holly and the Ivy, arr. H. Walford Davies The Angels and the Shepherds, Bohemian Carol, arr. C. H. Trevor Joy to the World, arr. F. Kuykendall Musical Offerings by the Handbell Choir: God Rest Ye Merry, arr. Judy Phillips O How Joyfully, Cathy Moklebust See you in worship! Ken Kovacs ___________________ Life in the Community for the week of December 13-20, 2009 Christian Education The 5th Annual Cookie Walk is SUNDAY!!! Please join us in Fellowship Hall after worship where you will have the opportunity to choose from an amazing selection of homemade cookies and candies! The cost for this delicious array is a mere $6.50 per pound. Great for gifts! Proceeds will go to support Heifer International. Please make checks payable to Catonsville Presbyterian Church and note Heifer on the memo line. Youth Groups: Middle school & senior high youth groups celebrate the season next Sunday, December 20, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Crossroads meets here at the church for Holiday Fun with Sam & Rai; Rising Stars gathers at the Shumakers, 2913 Blowing Rock Court, Ellicott City. Mission Trip to Our Daily Bread: Crossroads will meet in the small Frederick Road parking lot at 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, December 31, for a trip to downtown Baltimore. We?ll return by 1:30 p.m. RSVP to Vince Fromm today. Baltimore Presbytery Senior High Retreat: Forms & money are due today for the January 22-24 retreat. Please see Dorothy Boulton asap. Second Sunday: Kindergarten ? 2nd graders are invited to attend this worship opportunity. Children will leave the sanctuary after the children?s message and return during the closing hymn. Children?s Music: The church school children in K-5th grade are singing in worship next Sunday, December 20. K-5th graders, and the 3-4 year olds, are also invited to sing during the Family Christmas Eve worship. Youth Musicians: We?re looking for musicians for our pre-worship music for the December 24 family worship service. We love when you share your talents! Please see Dorothy Boulton or Greg Knauf if you?d like to participate. Christmas Eve Family Worship ? Volunteers Needed: In addition to our musicians, we?re also in need of liturgists and of costume helpers for the 4 p.m. worship service. Like speaking in front of a crowd? Or do you have lots of patience and love for young children and want to help them get in costumes for our Nativity scene? We need you! Contact Dorothy Boulton to volunteer. McKim Community Center Gift Collection is extended through December 20. Unwrapped toys for elementary ? middle school children are being collected for this East Baltimore youth center?s Christmas party. If you?d like to help brighten a child?s holiday, please place your gift under the tree in the church sanctuary. Suggested items: sports equipment, board games, arts & craft kits. Advent Resources from the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.): Click on to ?Resources for Advent? at www.pcusa.org for resources such as Ideas for Reclaiming Advent and Christmas. Plus, there?s a daily devotion for youth, Following the Star, at www.d365.org. Growing in God?s Grace: Join us on Sunday mornings, 9:00?10:00 a.m. in the library. Child care is always provided. December 20: Images of the Nativity. This series began on the First Sunday of Advent when we began exploring the story of Jesus? birth through the power of images. The joy, the wonder, the beauty, the glory of the nativity has been a welcomed subject for artists since the time of the early church. We have been looking at paintings as a way to visually enter into the birth narratives. On December 20, Advent IV, our last class in the series will explore nativity art from across different cultures. Led by Ken Kovacs & Nina Lagervall. Mission Alternative Christmas Gifts: Looking for the perfect gift? How about sending a donation to one of our mission partner ministries? Many offer gift cards that you can send to your family & friends. There is information on several opportunities in the file folders along the bottom of the Mission Committee bulletin board opposite the kitchen, with catalogs, order forms, and a listing of our mission partners including Baltimore Presbytery, Church World Service, Guatemala Scholarships, Habitat for Humanity, Heifer International, and the Santi School in Nepal. We have also posted ?wish lists? for some of our local mission partners. Please contact the church office if you need further information. Christmas Poinsettias Poinsettias, which provide decoration in the sanctuary during Christmas season in honor of loved ones, are available for $17.Checks ?payable to Catonsville Presbyterian Church?should be placed in the offering plate or sent to the Church House office by Tuesday, December 15. Stewardship Have you submitted your pledge for 2010? If so, thank you! Pledge Report ? Closing the Gap 2010 2009 Thru 12/05/09 Number of Pledges Received to Date 90 121 Total Dollar Amount Pledged $ 284,109 $ 338,572 Average Pledge $ 3,156 $ 2,798 Median Pledge $ 2,340 $ 1,800 The pledges received so far breakdown as follows: $10,000 or more 4 $1,200-$1,499 10 $5,000-$10,000 11 $1,000-$1,199 10 $3,000-$4,999 22 $800-$999 2 $2,000-$2,999 12 $500-$799 11 $1,500-$1,999 7 Less than $500 1 ? 85 pledges have been renewed. ? 52 pledges received were increased over last year. ? 5 new pledges have been received. ? 36 pledged last year but have not yet pledged this year. Respectfully submitted, David Carr, Pledge Secretary The 2009 Per Capita is $30.41 for each member. To date, we have received $3,906.10. Per Capita is an assessment paid to the Presbyterian Church (USA) based on church membership. The CPC assessment is $14,931.31. Per Capita is for administrative expenses of the Presbytery of Baltimore, the Synod of the Mid-Atlantic, and the General Assembly. ?Growing in God?s Grace? Capital Campaign 180,000 4th Year Appeal Number of pledges to date 26 Total dollar amount pledged $ 60,380 Amount received last week ? 12/06/2009 $1,176 4th year amount received to date $59,328 Grand total received from all campaigns to date $1,078,649 Our Financial Resources Doing God?s Work As of December 12, 2009 Actual Income to Date $ 422,595 Pro-rated Expenses to Date $ 449,830 Shortfall to Date $ (27,235) It takes $1,285 to fund the daily operations of the church in 2009. We rely on everyone to support what God is doing through this congregation. The vitality of this ministry is secured by God?s grace and funded by the faithfulness and commitment of God?s people. We are counting on the ongoing generosity of our members and friends. Troop 306 Christmas Tree Sale The annual tree sale has begun and will continue until all trees are sold or through December 20 (last day of sale). There is a great selection of freshly cut trees, including Douglas fir, Scotch pine, and Frasier fir in various sizes. Prices remain the same as last year. Sale hours are Sunday, 12?8 p.m.; Monday?Thursday, 6?8 p.m.; Friday, 6?9 p.m.; and Saturday, 9 a.m.?9 p.m. Remember to come early in the sale period to get the best selection and before all the trees are sold. This is the Troop's major fundraiser and your support is greatly appreciated. Jordan-Egypt Pilgrimage Tour If you?re interested in the Jordan-Egypt Pilgrimage Tour (April 7-16, 2010, with the St. Catherine?s Monastery & Mt. Sinai Extension, April 17-18, 2010), there?s still time to apply. We?ve extended the registration deadline to Monday, December 21, 2009. For more information, see the Travel Resource Center: www.travelillume.com/trc/kkv. Calendar for December 13?20, 2009 Sunday, 12/13 THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT 9:00 a.m. Church School 9:00 a.m. Adult Education, Library 10:30 a.m. Worship: Christmas Concert 11:30 a.m. Cookie Walk, FH 11:30 a.m. Congregation Art Show, Library Monday, 12/14 9:00 a.m. Counters, Conference Rm Tuesday, 12/15 9:30 a.m. Quilting Group, Conference Rm Wednesday, 12/16 7:00 p.m. Child Care Council, Conference Rm Thursday, 12/17 10:30 a.m. Bible Study, Library 6:30-7:30 p.m. Handbell Choir Rehearsal, Sanctuary 7:30-9:00 p.m. Chancel Choir Rehearsal, Music Rm Friday, 12/18 Saturday, 12/19 1:00 p.m. Service of Witness to the Resurrection for Elaine Schulze, Sanctuary 2:30-5:00 p.m. Piano ?Master Classes? (Practice Performances), Sanctuary Sunday, 12/20 9:00 a.m. Church School 9:00 a.m. Adult Education, Library 10:30 a.m. Worship 11:30 a.m. Congregation Art Show, Library 1:00-3:30 p.m. Piano ?Master Classes? (Practice Performances), Sanctuary 6:00-7:30 p.m. Crossroads 6:00-7:30 p.m. Rising Stars, Home of the Shumakers 7:30 p.m. Evening Prayer in the Style of Taiz?, Sanctuary -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.catonsvillepresb.org/pipermail/members-and-friends/attachments/20091211/d36b9a29/attachment.html -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: application/octet-stream Size: 11345 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://lists.catonsvillepresb.org/pipermail/members-and-friends/attachments/20091211/d36b9a29/attachment.obj -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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We?ll look at artists ? such as, G?r?me, Bouguereau, Blake, Edward Burne Jones, Arthur Hughes, Henry Tanner, Gaugin, Chagal, Warhol -- who approach the Christmas message through the lens of contemporary history and culture. These non-traditional, even provocative images will allow us to go deeper into the meaning of Christ?s birth. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://lists.catonsvillepresb.org/pipermail/members-and-friends/attachments/20091211/0ef63d19/attachment.html -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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The budding congregation of over 118 members plans to break ground next year and build the first Presbyterian church in the nation?s north east in nearly 20 years. The Presbytery also retains property for a future congregation in New Market. However, the path has shifted for other NCDs like Next Generation, which focused on connecting with the growing number of young adults who are not part of a church; and, New Imani Community Church in Owings Mills. On December 1st, the Rev. Ron Johnson, requested that his relationship be dissolved, effective December 15th. New Imani?s leadership will spend the next three months discerning whether it will become the Presbytery?s first fellowship with the leadership of its Commissioned Lay Pastors, Elders Anita Johnson and Donna Lea or if they will decide to dissolve as a community of faith. As Presbyterians we must develop new churches in response to changing demographics and the increasing number of people who no longer claim a church home. This month the New Church Development Committee met for the first time with its consultant Paul Nixon. Paul has begun dozens of new churches and the committee will learn from him how others have been able to give birth to new congregations. One option is to challenge existing congregations, in partnership with Presbytery, to seed new congregations. This is how Brown Memorial Woodbrook was born. The committee anticipates convocation of presbyters to take place on October 28th, 2010 to explore what God has in mind for us. Mr. Nixon will also work with New Imani?s and several Spanish-speaking ministers and congregations to see how we can nurture these young congregations. Most of us are saddened by the challenges that both Next Generation and New Imani have faced. But these experiences have only strengthened our resolve to continue to plant churches and learn how to nurture them in better ways. And we look forward to your insight. In the meantime, please keep the good people of New Imani and Ron Johnson and his family in your prayers. Blessings, Peter Nord Inside this Issue Take Note/Act Now ? Remittance Deadline ? Prayer Vigil in Annapolis ? Knox Christmas Events ? Gallery at Woods ? Elijah CD ? Board of Pension ? Advent Message, PCUSA ? Salary Changes On-line ? FTE Fellowships ? Parish Coord. Wanted ? Creation Book Reviews ? PAH Update Presbytery Meetings Stated Meetings Jan. 28th at1pm Council Meeting Jan 12th at 7pm Vision Meeting Dec. 8th at 3pm Committee Meeting Jan. 5th In Memoriam The Rev. George B. Laurent, who headed Baltimore Neighborhoods, Inc., for many years, died Nov. 19TH at his home in Palm Harbor, FL. He was 84. He led the fair housing group in Baltimore in the 60s and 70s. Rev. Laurent remained on the Presbytery of Baltimore?s roll after moving to Florida. Praise & Prayer Please pray for the Rev. Mark Sandell of Saint Andrew Presbyterian Church and the Rev. Kyle Powderly of The Presbyterian Church of Hagerstown as members of their congregations grow in their personal relationships with Jesus Christ and become catalysts of blessings for the glory of God. ******** Renewing the Vision: May God move those churches who have not participated yet to join in with the discussion and prayer for the future of the Presbytery. To be placed on the prayer list, email: revans at baltimorepresbytery.org Contact Information The Presbytery of Baltimore: Phone: 410.433.2012 or 800.511.0087 Office E-mail: office at baltimorepresbytery.org Website: www.baltimorepresbytery.org To subscribe/unsubscribe: Call 410.433.2012 or email Roger Evans Take Note/Act Now Presbytery of Baltimore Friday, January 8th 2010 at noon is the deadline for churches to submit Remittances for FY2009. For details, email jforrester at baltimorepresbytery.org. On Tuesday, Dec. 15th, the Presbytery will participate in a Prayer Vigil at11:30am on Lawyer?s Mall in Annapolis to thank Gov. Martin O?Malley for protecting funds for the state?s temporary disability assistance program. Email jerickson at baltmorepresbytery.org. Church Notices Knox Presbyterian Church invites all to attend its Annual Christmas Dinner from 11:30am to 1pm on Friday, Dec. 18th; its Children?s Christmas Market on Saturday, Dec.19th; a play about Christ?s birth, ?Who would Imagine a King?? (written by Pastor Tanya Wade) during morning worship on Dec. 20th; and, caroling at the Waxter Center with Knox Family & Friends on Dec. 21st. For details, call 410.385.0900. The Gallery at Woods Memorial Presbyterian Church is exhibiting paintings by local artists in various subject matter and media. The exhibit is open 9am-9pm Monday through Thursday (weekends by appointment) until Dec. 27th. For details call Nancy Saarlas at 410.647.0135 A 3-CD set of the performance of Mendelssohn?s ?Elijah? featuring organist Frederick Swann accompanying Brown Memorial Park Avenue Church?s Chancel Choir with John Walker conducting is now available for $15. Visit www.browndowntown.org . Synod and General Assembly Items Board of Pension (updated 12/14) report, click here . Advent 2009 ? A message from PCUSA Stated Clerk of the General Assembly, Gradye Parsons. Church treasurers and business administrators can now submit salary changes or confirm salaries online through a new feature on Benefits Connect, the Board?s secure benefits Web site. To register, go to the Pensions.org homepage . Under the Benefits Connect logo, click ?Register.? Then follow the instructions for creating a user profile and password. FTE offers fellowships for 2010-2011 academic year ? $1.5 million to be granted to theological students in the U.S. For details, click FTE Fellowships. Other Items 1st & Franklin Presbyterian Church seeks a parish coordinator to manage the operations of the church. For details, visit: http://www.baltimorepresbytery.org/ministry/opportunity_other.php Check out book reviews and books worth reading suggested by the Care of Creation committee. Visit http://www.creationcarebaltimore.com/booksworthreading.htm Patrick Allison House Update: Newsletter Peter Nord, Executive Presbyter pnord at baltimorepresbytery.org Bill Millen, Assoc. Executive bmillen at baltimorepresbytery.org Vaughn L. Brown Jr., Stated Clerk vbrown at baltimorepresbytery.org Deb Milcarek Associate of Mission and Justice dmilcarek at baltimorepresbytery.org Jane Johnson Assoc. for Leadership Development, Education and Youth jjohnson at baltimorepresbytery.org Roger Evans Coordinator of Information Services revans at baltimorepresbytery.org Julie Erickson Director of Public Policy jerickson at baltimorepresbytery.org Judi Forrester Coordinator of Financial Services jforrester at baltimorepresbytery.org Judy Binkley Hunger Action Enabler jbinkley at baltimorepresbytery.org Wanda Morgan Coordinator of Resources wmorgan at baltimorepresbytery.org Deborah I. Greene Coordinator of Communications dgreene at baltimorepresbytery.org Questions office at baltimorepresbytery.org -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Message-ID: <005b01ca7e75$97643280$c62c9780$@org> Images of the Nativity, 9:00 a.m. in the library. Last Sunday morning we had several technical glitches that prevented us from presenting this PowerPoint. (Although we had a really good discussion, nevertheless.) So, we?re going to try it again! If you couldn?t attend last week, here?s another opportunity to join in this study. Advent IV (December 20): The Nativity in Modern and Contemporary Art New Picture (4).png Francis Henry Critchley Hinder (1906-1992) This week Nina Lagervall will guide us in a fasinating tour of two dozen images from Neo-classicism (mid-18th century/ late-19th century) through to the contemporary period. We?ll look at artists ? such as, G?r?me, Bouguereau, Blake, Edward Burne Jones, Arthur Hughes, Henry Tanner, Gaugin, Chagal, Warhol -- who approach the Christmas message through the lens of contemporary history and culture. 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