NON PROFIT ORGANIZATION U.S. POSTAGE PAID ROCK HILL, SC 29730 PERMIT NO. 10 First A.R.P. Church 201 East White Street Rock Hill, SC 29730 Inspired by the love of Christ, and enabled by the Holy Spirit, we serve God through worship, educaon and fellowship that we may proclaim His grace and share His love in the world. RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED J. Barry Dagenhart, Pastor Philip Bunch, Associate Pastor Robert J. Robinson, Pastor Emeritus Office Hours: Monday - Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. and Friday 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. 803.327.2009 phone 803.327.4123 fax www.firstarp.org MAY 2014 First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church Rock Hill, South Carolina 9 a.m. - Acousc Service • 11 a.m. - Tradional Worship Service 10 a.m. - Sunday School FIRST CHURCH LIFE Wednesday, May 14 th Lesslie Land (4456 Marshall Road) Our Preschool teachers, students and Just Joy friends are all invited to join in the family fun! Bring a chair or blanket and friends! Balls, kites, fishing poles, frisbees are welcome too! Come early to play and fellowship together! Dinner begins at 5:45 p.m. Church-Wide COOKOUT All food and drinks will be provided!
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J. Barry Dagenhart, Pastor Philip Bunch, Associate Pastor Robert J. Robinson, Pastor Emeritus
On April 6th, we also welcomed Terry Jane, “T.J.” Wilkerson. T.J comes to us
from Winston Salem and is married to Merritt Wilkerson. Their address is
P.O. Box 2595 Rock Hill, SC 29732 and their phone number is 803 324-4055.
Also joining on April 6th were the following youth from the Communicants Class:
Helen Cable, Payne Gettys, Grier Gettys, Jacob Gilleland,
Emily Harper and Grafton Leach.
You can find more information about these youth in the April Newsletter.
NEW MEMBERS
1 David Slough 2 Tom Gunderson Anna Low Emma Low Christopher McKinney 3 MeiRose Barnette Jan Elliott Walt Heinsohn Dick Herron 5 Carol Smith 6 Susan Kellett 7 Joe Sutton 10 McAuley Alexander Robert Faulkner 12 Lib Anderson Katie Ledford Jake Stutts 14 Jeanie Revell
15 Barbara Lesslie Robbie Lesslie Rachel Lyon 16 Hannah Robinson 17 Glenn Barnette 18 Cassie Brault Marie Bolin 19 John Landstreet, Jr. 20 Eliza Dreier Malcolm Marion 21 Ellen Hamilton 22 Rebecca Lyon Austin Judy Phillips 24 Elsie Shillinglaw (90th!) Benjamin Simpson 25 Betsy Dreier 27 Erin Cauthen Peggy Matthews Hunter Rogers Alex Simpson 28 James Loftus 29 Hadley Harris
If your birthday is incorrect or missing, please contact the church office.
1 West Kellett 2 Juli Gasque Lainey Nowicki 4 Rachel Crawford Jack Hicklin 5 Brad Brakefield 6 Butch Boone Susan Cassels 7 Melissa Robbins 8 Debbie Brault 9 Wayne Gardner Will Hamilton Taylor Madsen 10 Doc Herlong 11 Debbie Wingate 12 Hanah Rhoad 13 Mac Aycock 15 Connie Kiser 16 Susanna Ahl Chad Helms
17 John Heinsohn Megan Sanders 18 Joanne Mauldin 19 Robert Alexander JoAnne Vaughan 20 Melissa Leighton James McCallister 21 Jamie Reinsch 22 Scott Ledford 23 Howard Kellett Mark Neely 25 Valerie Heinsohn 27 Juliet Leach 29 Rhonda Logan Marshall Rogers 30 Allison Fleischer Tim Kiser Patrick Robinson
Rebecca Lyon and T.J. Austin were united in marriage on
Saturday, April 12th
The Church Office
will be closed on
Monday, May 26th
If you would like to volunteer your time to help out with Thursday Prayer
Time, please contact Jim or Donna Hanna or one of the staff members.
First ARP Preschool sends a BIG thank you to all that made our fundraiser lunch a huge success!! We are so very grateful for all the friends of the preschool who helped prepare and clean up our meal. We are also very grateful for the incredibly generous donations we were given that will be used for student scholarships and classroom materials.
Enrollment is open for fall 2014 and we could use your help spreading the word. Please be sure to tell your friends, family, and neighbors about our school. We have openings in all classes, ages 12 months through 4 year old kindergarten. Summer programs are available as well. Brochures are available outside the preschool director's office or see Heather Robinson for more details.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT FOR THE RETIRE THE DEBT CAMPAIGN.
So far you have contributed $39,389.00 towards this debt.
Church News
Teacher Appreciation – Sunday, May 4th
So many have given their time and talents to shower our church family with blessings this year. The Christian Education Committee will host a “drop in” breakfast for all our teachers, leaders and volunteers on Sunday, May 4 from 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. in Robinson Hall.
Women’s Ministries would like to thank all of the volunteers who
helped with our yard sale on Saturday, April 26th. Whether you
donated items, helped sort, organize and price items or assisted on
the day of the sale, you were instrumental in making this sale a
success. We raised over $1700.00 for our missions program and for
creating some colorful banners for Robinson Hall.
Thank You!
Michele Harbin
Hi friends,
Here's the latest update.
Praise Items:
1. The Stover's relocated to a new home at 1177 Evergreen Circle. We
have a backyard and more room to show hospitality to our neighbors and
church family.
2. We had a great Easter service!
3. We're thankful for a new family that the Lord brought to us. They
relocated from Camp Lejune, NC. They have 3 wonderful
children. Mark and Stephanie are serving with SIM in Fort Mill in their
member care department.
4. Our daughter Mary Ellen is engaged! She and her fiance, Matt are
planning to be married at the end of August.
5. Our daughter Katelyn will be home for the summer. She will
graduate on May 3rd. Pray that the Lord will provide a job for her.
6. We're thankful for the men's basketball outreach that we have.
Pray that it will bear fruit.
Prayer Items for May:
1. Ask the Lord of the Harvest to raise up laborers for His harvest.
2. Pray for us as we plan and coordinate several backyard Bible clubs
that will be in a few neighborhoods in Fort Mill.
3. Pray as we continue to take the Gospel to those around us.
4. Pray for Zach Simmons and Paul Rankin as they finish up their
semesters in seminary. We're thankful that we have several gifted and
called men that can help carry the load of ministry.
Thanks so much for your support and for praying for us.
David and the members of RiverCrossing Church
Ministries
Youth and Children
HORIZONS June 16-21 - High School Summer
Conference @ Bonclarken
The registration deadline for Horizon/Quest is May 16th, with a deposit of $50.
QUEST June 23-28 - Middle School Summer
Conference @ Bonclarken
Middle school mission project July 29—August 1
Atlanta, GA- Partnering with Peachtree Corners ARP to serve the greater Atlanta region---we'll stay at Peachtree Corners ARP, have various service
projects and opportunities to minister in deed and will also have some built in time to have fun in ATL. Please register with Luke by Friday, May 30th, with a deposit of $50. More information is on the way.
APPALACHIA MISSION
July 5-11 registration is closed
First ARP Vacation Bible School June 16-20 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
3 years — 5th Grade
Plans are underway for an exciting and full filled week learning about the one-of-a-kind love of Jesus! MANY volunteers – high school/middle school youth and adults -
are needed to help make this week a success --- contact Directors Jenny Nowicki or Chrissi Norman today to sign up!
DISCIPLESHIP GROUPS
We have only two more Discipleship Groups this year,
meeting on May 4th and May 18th.
Please Mark Your Calendars!!!
5:30 pm - 7:00 p.m.
GRADUATION SUNDAY Graduation Sunday will be on
June 1st, and our seniors will be recognized at the 11:00 a.m.
service. Our graduating seniors are Russell Hubbs, Christopher
McKinney, Emma Tuttle and Austin Williamson.
Vacation Bible School Teacher Orientation and Lunch - Sunday, May 18th at Noon
* Graduates or Parents - Please send your graduate information to Luke ASAP *
First ARP Women’s Ministries invites
all women of First ARP Church and their daughters and friends
to join us for the
Annual Mother-Daughter Dinner
Wednesday, May 21st 5:45 in the evening
Program includes: Devotional—Annual Business Meeting—Plant Exchange
(bring a plant for this fun time)
Reservations Required for Child Care Contact the church office or Lisa Cox (803-984-2630)
2014 Summer Bible Study
‘Ruth--Love, Loss and Legacy’ by Kelly Minter
Wednesdays: June 11 until July 23 (excluding week of 4th of July)
12 noon until 1:30 p.m. in Robinson Hall
Study Books: $15.00 (pay at first session)
Bring lunch and a drink. Desserts will be provided!
This 6 session women’s Bible study is the story of Ruth’s unbearable loss, re-deeming love and divine legacy. It delves into the virtuous character of Ruth, her unique relationship with her mother-in-law, Naomi, and her blossoming love with Boaz. If you’ve ever felt devastated, struggled as a stranger, longed to be loved or wept along the way, you’ll find a loyal sister in Ruth.
Contact the church office or Ellen Hamilton to enroll or sign up for child care! Invite friends!!
Women’s Ministries
Ministry Opportunities
Next Worship Service
Thursday
May 22
6:30 p.m.
JUST JOY
All American Athletes Banquet
May 25th 4:00 p.m.
Robinson Hall
All American Athletes T-Ball continues on
May 4th and May 18th. If interested in serving or learning
more about All American Athletes, please contact Jamey Dagenhart at
Preschool 8:00 a.m. Barry Dagenhart Prayer Team 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Prayer Time 5:00 p.m. Library Book Sale (Friends members) 6:00 p.m. Just Joy Appreciation Dinner 7:30 p.m. Circle #1
2
Preschool 9:00 a.m. Library Book Sale (public)
3 9:00 a.m. Library Book Sale (public)
4 COMMUNION 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Teacher Appreciation Breakfast 9:00 a.m. Acoustic Worship 10:00 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship 4:00 p.m. AAA T-Ball @ Tirzah 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. D Groups
5
Preschool 6:00 p.m. CE Committee Meeting 7:00 p.m. Circle #3
6
Preschool 7
9:00 a.m. Preschool Mothers Day Program
5:30 p.m. Foundations for the Family 7:15 p.m. Choir
8
Preschool 10:00 a.m. Circle #2 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Prayer Time
9
Preschool 6:00 a.m. Men’s
Fellowship Breakfast
10
11 MOTHER’S DAY 9:00 a.m. Acoustic Worship 10:00 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship
12
Preschool 9:30 a.m. Jeanie
Alexander Prayer Team
13
Preschool 7:00 p.m. Deacon Meeting
14
Preschool 5:45 p.m. Church Picnic at The Lesslie Land
15
Preschool 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Prayer Time
Dorothy Day Soup Kitchen
16
Preschool 17
18 9:00 a.m. Acoustic Worship 10:00 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship 12:00 p.m. VBS Teacher Orientation and Lunch 4:00 p.m. AAA T-Ball @ Tirzah 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. D Groups 5:45 p.m. WM Board Meeting
19
Preschool 7:00 p.m. Session Meeting
20
Preschool 21
Preschool 5:45 p.m. Mother-Daughter Dinner
22
Preschool 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Prayer Time 6:30 p.m. Just Joy
23
Preschool
WEDDING REHEARSAL
24
JOHNSON/CARREON WEDDING
25 9:00 a.m. Acoustic Worship 10:00 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship 4:00 p.m. AAA Banquet 5:30 p.m. Sara Harper Prayer Team
26 Memorial Day
CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED
27
Preschool 7:00 p.m. Kay
McKinney Prayer Team
28
Preschool 29
Preschool 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Prayer Time
30
Preschool
Preschool Graduation
31
Sunday, May 11th
Mark your calendar! There will be a Blood Drive on Sunday, June 1st in the gym.
Additional information about these events may be found within the newsletter.
Preschool 8:00 a.m. Barry Dagenhart Prayer Team 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Prayer Time 5:00 p.m. Library Book Sale (Friends members) 6:00 p.m. Just Joy Appreciation Dinner 7:30 p.m. Circle #1
2
Preschool 9:00 a.m. Library Book Sale (public)
3 9:00 a.m. Library Book Sale (public)
4 COMMUNION 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Teacher Appreciation Breakfast 9:00 a.m. Acoustic Worship 10:00 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship 4:00 p.m. AAA T-Ball @ Tirzah 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. D Groups
5
Preschool 6:00 p.m. CE Committee Meeting 7:00 p.m. Circle #3
6
Preschool 7
9:00 a.m. Preschool Mothers Day Program
5:30 p.m. Foundations for the Family 7:15 p.m. Choir
8
Preschool 10:00 a.m. Circle #2 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Prayer Time
9
Preschool 6:00 a.m. Men’s
Fellowship Breakfast
10
11 MOTHER’S DAY 9:00 a.m. Acoustic Worship 10:00 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship
12
Preschool 9:30 a.m. Jeanie
Alexander Prayer Team
13
Preschool 7:00 p.m. Deacon Meeting
14
Preschool 5:45 p.m. Church Picnic at The Lesslie Land
15
Preschool 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Prayer Time
Dorothy Day Soup Kitchen
16
Preschool 17
18 9:00 a.m. Acoustic Worship 10:00 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship 12:00 p.m. VBS Teacher Orientation and Lunch 4:00 p.m. AAA T-Ball @ Tirzah 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. D Groups 5:45 p.m. WM Board Meeting
19
Preschool 7:00 p.m. Session Meeting
20
Preschool 21
Preschool 5:45 p.m. Mother-Daughter Dinner
22
Preschool 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Prayer Time 6:30 p.m. Just Joy
23
Preschool
WEDDING REHEARSAL
24
JOHNSON/CARREON WEDDING
25 9:00 a.m. Acoustic Worship 10:00 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship 4:00 p.m. AAA Banquet 5:30 p.m. Sara Harper Prayer Team
26 Memorial Day
CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED
27
Preschool 7:00 p.m. Kay
McKinney Prayer Team
28
Preschool 29
Preschool 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Prayer Time
30
Preschool
Preschool Graduation
31
To schedule an event, please contact the church office. Mark your calendar! There will be a Blood Drive on Sunday, June 1st in the gym.
