MISSIONS REPORT Just a reminder – to make your 2016 missions faith pledge. If you need a form, I have some. These pledges support foreign missions and organizations that bring Christ to the world. Just put your completed form in the offering plate. The final count of baby hats knitted is 492. Thank you to all who knitted them. Let’s aim for 493 next year. Let me tell you a bit about the sandwiches that are made for St. Columba. The women of the circles have been making then for a long time. The need for them increases yearly. You do not have to be a circle member to make them. If you have ever made yourself a sandwich, you can do this. I have instruction sheets to guide you. Come on men, show your sandwich making talents! Since September 2015 until last Friday Calvin has supplied nearly 800 sandwiche to St. Columba. Thank you to all who have made them and to those of you who will make them. Friday I went with Suzi Williams to deliver 112 sandwiches and the clothing collected. Now, to the friendly competition. The women’s bin was fuller. Though I did not separate the items, it seemed there were more men’s items. Since I did not count, the clothing was weighed. About 35 pounds of clothing was collected. So, either way, I declare St. Columba the winner. Thanks to all who joined in the fun. Elaine Davidson, Missions Chair Word From Your Session The congregation of Calvin Presbyterian Church is in good hands. Your Session is truly an inspired group, showing great wisdom and understanding for the needs of the Church and the community. I find it to be a joy to attend Session meetings, and I feel it is mutual with the other members. I love this Session! They are a "dream team"! Continue to keep us in your prayers - pray that the Holy Spirit continues to be with us. Jake Whedbee, Chair Congregational Care Martin Jared Pringle Martin Jared Pringle, a member of Calvin and of the Boy Scout troop that meets at Calvin, will graduate from Lake Taylor High School on June 23th. He lettered in swimming and lacrosse in high school. He will be attending Pennsylvania College of Technology in Williamsport, PA to earn an Associate of Applied Science degree (A.A.S) in Automotive Technology with a MOPAR/CAP emphasis. He will also have
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MISSIONS REPORTJust a reminder – to make your 2016 missions faith pledge. If you need a form, I have some. These pledges support foreign missions and organizations that bring Christ to the world. Just put your completed form in the offering plate.
The final count of baby hats knitted is 492. Thank you to all who knitted them. Let’s aim for 493 next year.
Let me tell you a bit about the sandwiches that are made for St. Columba. The women of the circles have been making then for a long time. The need for them increases yearly. You do not have to be a circle member to make them. If you have ever made yourself a sandwich, you can do this. I have instruction sheets to guide you. Come on men, show your sandwich making talents! Since September 2015 until last Friday Calvin has supplied nearly 800 sandwiche to St. Columba. Thank you to all who have made them and to those of you who will make them. Friday I went with Suzi Williams to deliver 112 sandwiches and the clothing collected.
Now, to the friendly competition. The women’s bin was fuller. Though I did not separate the items, it seemed there were more men’s items. Since I did not count, the clothing was weighed. About 35 pounds of clothing was collected. So, either way, I declare St. Columba the winner. Thanks to all who joined in the fun.
Elaine Davidson, Missions Chair
Word From Your Session
The congregation of Calvin Presbyterian Church is in good hands. Your Session is truly an inspired group, showing great wisdom and understanding for the needs of the Church and the community. I find it to be a joy to attend Session meetings, and I feel it is mutual with the other members. I love this Session! They are a "dream team"!
Continue to keep us in your prayers - pray that the Holy Spirit continues to be with us.
Jake Whedbee, Chair Congregational Care
Martin Jared PringleMartin Jared Pringle, a member of Calvin and of the Boy Scout troop that meets at Calvin, will graduate from Lake Taylor High School on June 23th. He lettered in swimming and lacrosse in high school. He will be attending Pennsylvania College of Technology in Williamsport, PA to earn an Associate of Applied Science degree (A.A.S) in Automotive Technology with a MOPAR/CAP emphasis. He will also have a paid internship with a nearby Dodge dealership while attending college. His parents, Julie and Jared Pringle, are very proud of his accomplishments thus far. Go Marty!!
May 9, 2016
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,I missed the deadline for the May issue of Calvin Comments, but “better late than never” has been a motto for many busy people, so here we are! Of course, I wanted to thank everyone for your prayers while I was so sick. Your help with tasks I couldn’t do, loving prayers, cards, and “get well wishes” worked wonders and thankfully I am just about back to full steam! Thank you each for caring! You did exactly what Matthew 25:36 says: “I was sick and you took care of me”. Love in Christ, Suzi Williams
BIBLE QUIZ - THE DISCIPLES1. Which disciple was a twin? (John 11:16)2. Which disciples asked Christ to sit on his right and left sides in his kingdom? (Matt. 20:21)3. Which disciple was a political radical? (Luke 6:15)4. Which disciple was the treasurer for the Twelve? (John 13:29)5. Which disciple is referred to as "the disciple whom Jesus loved?"6. There were two set of brothers among the disciples. Who were they? (Matt. 10:3)7. How did Simon get the name Peter? (Matt. 16:18)8. What was the profession of the disciple Matthew? (Matt. 9:9) 9. Which disciple took Mary into his home after Jesus' crucifixion? (John 19:26) 10. Two prominent men were authors of very important books of the New Testament, but neither were among the Twelve Disciples. Who were they?
Happy Anniversary!Larry & Bettyann Hall 01Jim & Carol Bean 01Okey & Lois Southers 02David & Dee Askins* 04Jerold & Marilyn Larson 06Norm & Linda Dean 12Brian & Renee Bowman 21
MINISTER* Friends of Calvin
Assignments for June Bereavement: Circle #2
Flowers:Session: June 5
Circle #2
Sunday Host Responsibility:
June 5 - Session 12 – Circle # 119 - Circle # 2 26 - Circle # 3
Sandwiches for St. Columba:June 1, 15 and 29
June Upcoming Events1- Bible Study 6 pm 3 - Donuts for Dads (preschool) 5 - Youth Parent Mtg after church in the Library 10 - Youth Lockin9 - 12 PW Summer Gathering at Massanetta Springs11 - Scout Car Wash 14 - Preschool Program15 - Preschool Close at 12 pm 16 & 17 Preschool Closed20 - Summer Begins / Preschool Summer Camp27 - Session
See Paula Spruill, our church secretary Tammie and group leaders for further upcoming events.
After Church Refreshments are Changing!The Session has approved a change to our fellowship time with friends and visitors after our worship service. "Light Refreshment" (not lunch) including coffee, punch and cookies and/or chips will be available in the fellowship has for all to enjoy. Knitting GroupThe Knitting Group is for anyone who knits, crochets, quilts, or enjoys anything using thread or yarn. The ladies meet and enjoy fellowship each Thursday morning from 10:00 - 12:00 as their hands stay busy. Contact Bettyann Hall for more information.
Joys & Concerns: BettyAnn and Larry Hall appreciate the love and
concern of their Calvin friends. Thomas Horne - Cancer
Carol Brooks - Leigh (now home) Doug Weich
The Food Pantry Needs HelpThe Food Pantry is in need of a willing worker to assume the responsibility of shopping for the Food Pantry. Is the Lord leading you to this ministry? If so, Suzi Williams at 583-1898.
NOTES FOR CALVIN COMMENTS /JUNE 2016
Suzie Williams needs help with shopping for the Food Pantry! She needs someone with a strong arm and back and a bit of time once or twice a month. She will be glad to give you a list of items as well as everything else you need. She is a dedicated volunteer leader in the Food Pantry work, but is physically unable to do the shopping. Please contact her to volunteer.
The Cub Scouts will hold a fund raiser car wash on June 11, and a Rain Gutter Regatta on July 16, both in the Calvin parking lot. Please come out and let these dedicated leaders and boys show you how they can both clean your car and demonstrate their boating abilities! The times will be announced for both events soon.
This is a new Security Measure: You may soon be asked to sign in and out if you are in charge of opening and/or closing the church for certain events. There will be a clipboard with a signing sheet attached near the Nancy Drive door. More from Tom Carreiro, the Calvin Chief of Staff and Security, will be passed on to us.
Did you know that Bill and Charlotte Harris spent several days in Europe on a Viking River cruise in April? Have you wished you could do that? Why not ask them about their adventure? Elizabeth Circle #3 has turned in 20 Hygiene Kits for distribution by Presbyterian Disaster Relief. Each contains a small towel and washcloth, soap, toothbrush, comb, band-aids, and nail clipper. These are given to victims of natural disasters – floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, etc., which have left people homeless and without any means to care for themselves temporarily. It’s a great cause and one that Elizabeth Circle has undertaken for the last several years, amounting to at least 100 kits.
Randa Gordon spent several days in the hospital after falling ill at work; she is now back to work and doing much better. Carol Brooks is currently in Leigh Memorial Hospital, being treated for anemia and several other problems.
THIS MONTH’S RECEIPE: BLUEBERRY SALAD (Charlotte Harris brought this to the PW Birthday Dinner) 2 packages grape jello mixed with two cups boiling water1 large can crushed pineapple, drained1 can blueberry pie fillingPut all of these in a large bowl or casserole dish, mix and chill.Add TOPPING:½ pint sour cream1 8-oz pkg cream cheese½ cup 10X sugar1 tsp vanillaBeat all topping ingredients together and spread on top of chilled salad. If you would like to contribute a recipe or pass on some interesting news, contact Linda Schoenhoff, 464-6764 or at [email protected]
Calvin CommentsPlease remember to bring in articles for Calvin Comments between the 15th and 20th of every month. If your birthday and/or anniversary are not listed in Calvin Comments, or you don't receive Calvin Comments and would like to, please give your name and address and /or e-mail address to Julie along with your birthday and anniversary or put it in the Calvin Comments box beside the kitchen. Thank you. Julie Davis Chase
ANSWERS to Bible Quiz:1. Thomas2. James and John3. Simon the Zealot4. Judas Iscariot5. John6. Simon Peter and Andrew, and James and John7. It was sort of a nickname Jesus gave him, saying "You are Peter (a rock) and upon this Rock I will build my church." 8. He was a tax collector.9. John10. Luke and Paul.
