1 August 2018 Tampa Bay Presbyterian Church, PCA Volume 13 Issue 8 From the Pastor’s Desk By Rev. Freddy Fritz Tampa Bay Presbyterian Church Staff Rev. Freddy Fritz, Pastor Melissa Bayley, Office Administrator LeeAnn DeStefano, Office Assistant Joanne Campbell, Bookkeeper Ashleigh Kemp, NTCA Administrator Marianne Cali, Nursery Millie Myers, Music Director and Pianist Chris Christopher, Custodian Adult Bible Fellowships at TBPC You may have heard that the Session would like to implement Adult Bible Fellowships at the Tampa Bay Presbyterian Church this coming Fall. Let me tell you briefly about Adult Bible Fellowships. An Adult Bible Fellowship (ABF) is a group or fellowship of people committed to know and apply the Word of God together in a caring fellowship, with organization to bring about pastoral care, discipleship, and outreach. A quick explanation of terms tells us that these classes are for adults (i.e., they are designed for college age and up, to meet their special needs), a focus on the Bible (i.e., the ABF will major on the teaching and application of the Word of God to daily living), and a focus on fellowship (i.e., the emphasis will be on relationships and caring love for one another). Up until now, the Session has provided elective classes on Sunday mornings for adults, which we have called Christian Education & Fellowship. Members could choose which class to attend based on the topic/class offering. There will no longer be elective options for ABFs. ABFs will be based on our Shepherding Groups, and we plan to offer two ABFs: one will be led by Ruling Elder Ed Jordan, and the other will be led by Ruling Elder Rich Thompson. An advantage of having the ABFs based on Shepherding Groups is that it will help the Elders shepherd and care for those in their group (at least those who attend the ABFs) more effectively.
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August 2018 Tampa Bay Presbyterian Church, PCA Volume 13 Issue 8
From the Pastor’s Desk By Rev. Freddy Fritz
Tampa Bay
Presbyterian Church
Staff
Rev. Freddy Fritz, Pastor
Melissa Bayley,
Office Administrator
LeeAnn DeStefano, Office Assistant
Joanne Campbell,
Bookkeeper
Ashleigh Kemp,
NTCA Administrator
Marianne Cali,
Nursery
Millie Myers,
Music Director and
Pianist
Chris Christopher,
Custodian
Adult Bible Fellowships at TBPC
You may have heard that the Session would like to implement Adult Bible Fellowships at the Tampa Bay Presbyterian Church this coming Fall. Let me tell you briefly about Adult Bible Fellowships.
An Adult Bible Fellowship (ABF) is a group or fellowship of people committed to know and apply the Word of God together in a caring fellowship, with organization to bring about pastoral care, discipleship, and outreach. A quick explanation of terms tells us that these classes are for adults (i.e., they are designed for college age and up, to meet their special needs), a focus on the Bible (i.e., the ABF will major on the teaching and application of the Word of God to daily living), and a focus on fellowship (i.e., the emphasis will be on relationships and caring love for one another).
Up until now, the Session has provided elective classes on Sunday mornings for adults, which we have called Christian Education & Fellowship. Members could choose which class to attend based on the topic/class offering. There will no longer be elective options for ABFs.
ABFs will be based on our Shepherding Groups, and we plan to offer two ABFs: one will be led by Ruling Elder Ed Jordan, and the other will be led by Ruling Elder Rich Thompson. An advantage of having the ABFs based on Shepherding Groups is that it will help the Elders shepherd and care for those in their group (at least those who attend the ABFs) more effectively.
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TBPC Ministries Adult Christian Education & Fellowship Ed Jordan Children Vacant EmptyNesters Sandy Neal Greeters & Welcome Table Brian Carrier Growth Groups Session Hospitality Lesley Schmidt Men’s Bible Study Jeff Beams Men’s Ministry Brian Carrier Missions Rich Thompson Music Millie Myers NTCA Ashleigh Kemp Nursery Marianne Cali Outreach Vacant Pastoral Care Rev. Freddy Fritz Ushers Lenny Chew Women’s Bible Study Eileen Fritz & Debbie Jordan
Women’s Ministry Suzanne Swenson Youth Richard Hunter
Some may wonder why we are implementing Adult Bible
Fellowships. There are a number of reasons:
1. Fellowship: Adults can get Bible teaching from sermons, CDs,
DVDs, the radio, home Bible studies, Sunday school, etc. Yet in
surveys all over the country about why adults come to Sunday
school, the number one reason is fellowship. Relationships.
Getting to know others. ABFs are organized on Sundays (and
hopefully later throughout the week) to provide that fellowship.
The Sunday session time is built around it and so is the Bible
study.
2. Bible: As with most adult Sunday school groups, or Bible
studies, the Bible is central. ABFs challenge adults to study
God’s Word and apply it.
3. Outreach: A church of any size needs outreach. The ABFs
include a plan to bring those on the “fringe” of the church or
those outside the church into these ABFs.
4. Pastoral Care: In any group over 70 or 80 people will get missed.
Studies show that when a church reaches that size, people easily
drop out or conclude that they do not fit in with the main
group. One pastor cannot do it all. ABFs include a system of
utilizing the Shepherding Groups for caring, hospital visitation,
and meeting of special needs. No one will be left out.
5. Ministry: ABFs involve many more people in ministry than the
average adult Sunday school. And it is not just busy work. It is
fulfilling the commands of the Word of God related to caring
for and about people.
We plan to begin ABFs on Sunday, September 9, the day that all
Sunday school classes begin. The Elders will explain during their ABFs in
great detail what is involved and planned for their ABFs. Also, since
September 9 is the second Sunday of the month, I plan to preach on the
topic of Adult Bible Fellowships during the Evening Worship Service.
If you have any questions, I invite you to attend your ABF on
Sunday, September 9.
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Tampa Bay Presbyterian Church New Members
The following new members were introduced during the worship service on Sunday, July 22:
By Certificate of Transfer
Jason and Colleen Knecht
From Trinity Presbyterian Church, Lakeland, Florida
19 Now, therefore, you are no longer strangers and foreigners, but fellow citizens with the saints and members of the household of God, 20 having been built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ Himself being the chief cornerstone, 21 in whom the whole building, being fitted together, grows into a holy temple in the Lord. Ephesians 2:19-21 (NKJV)
Taken from “Discovering Church Membership, Class 101” by Rev. Freddy Fritz -
Key truths:
The Church is a family;
God expects us to be members of a family;
A Christian without a family is an orphan.
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By Suzanne Swenson
Women's Bible Study~ Learning to Love the Psalms
with Dr. Robert Godfrey
Our study this fall will touch not only our minds, but our hearts. We are encouraging all TBPC women to prayerfully consider joining us for this 12-week study. Please feel free to invite someone else as well! The two WBS sessions will begin meeting on Monday, August 20, from 6:30pm until 8:30pm, and on Tuesday, August 21, from 9:00am until 11:15am, except for Labor Day week. Please write WBS on the Welcome card to let us know you plan to attend.
For more information, call or text Debbie Jordan at (813)368-7513 or Eileen Fritz at (813)731-0457. The fee for the course is $10. Babysitting is free with reservation.
If you would like a sneak preview, here is the link. Just remember to scroll down...
Hello Everyone, I hope you are having a safe and fun-filled summer. The Women’s Ministry took a break in July but will resume in August. Ladies, please add these dates to your calendar: August 4, 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M., Sister to Sister event at Karen Guest’s home, 1924 Rensselaer Dr., Wesley Chapel (Wrencrest gate code is #0280). RSVP to Coleen Knecht, 941-809-4828. There will be another Sister to Sister event in October. Details will be in the bulletin. August 12, WM15 kick-off planning meeting for the remaining 2018 events. Note: the WM15 meeting is held on the second Sunday each month after worship service. We meet in the Youth Room. The dates for the rest of the year are: 9/9, 10/14,11/11, and 12/9. November 3, Brunch Planning Meeting. A time when hostesses and committee chairs get together to finalize our big event of the year - the Women’s Ministry Brunch. December 1, WM Christmas Brunch to celebrate the beginning of Advent. Ladies, I am looking forward to seeing you at the various events.
The English as a Second Language Ministry is looking for new volunteers. In addition to helping internationals improve their conversational English, the ESL Ministry offers friendship and bible study. For some, this is their first opportunity reading scripture or even stepping foot in a Christian church.
Thirty adult students attend on a weekly basis. If you know someone who would benefit, please share our program information. Childcare is provided.
Volunteer Role: Volunteers prepare a weekly English lesson from a detailed teachers guide. No teaching experience is necessary. Patience, encouragement, and prayer go a long way. Two volunteers work together in each of the levels. This partnership allows volunteers to help each other and cover when there is an absence.
If you have time on Wednesday mornings, please consider being a part of this mission. Please contact Holly Hawkes ([email protected] 813-360-2077) for more information.
Deuteronomy 10:19 "Therefore love the stranger, for you were strangers in the land of Egypt."
SISTER TO SISTER WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP EVENT: Italian Themed Saturday, August 4, 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. at the home of Karen Guest, 1924 Rensselaer Dr., Wesley Chapel (Wrencrest gate code #0280). RSVP to Coleen Knecht, 941-809-4828. MEN’S BREAKFAST & SHORT DEVOTIONAL TIME Saturday, August 11, 8:30 A.M. RSVP Men’s Breakfast on Welcome Card. $8.00. NTCA PLAYGROUND MULCH Saturday, August 11, following the Men’s Breakfast, weather permitting. Please bring shovels, rakes, and/or wheelbarrows if you would like to help. Your participation would be greatly appreciated by the children. WM15 KICKOFF PLANNING MEETING for the remaining 2018 WM events. Sunday, August 12, in the Youth Room after the worship service. NEW MEMBER’S CLASS Sunday August 19, 3:00 P.M. Anyone interested in learning more about TBPC is welcome to attend the New Member’s Class from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., which includes dinner and childcare. Please write “NMC” on your Welcome Card, contact the Church Office, or see Pastor Freddy.
SUNDAY SECONDS. Sunday, August 12, 6:00 P.M. All are encouraged to attend this monthly evening service.
STATE OF THE CHURCH ADDRESS (SOCA), CHILD CARE, AND LUNCH Sunday, August 26, 12:15 P.M. Our annual State of the Church Address will follow lunch at 1:00 P.M. All communicant members are expected to attend. We will receive ministry reports, adopt the 2018-2019 budget, and learn what we believe God is leading us to accomplish for the expansion of his kingdom. Please write “SOCA” on your Welcome Card by August 19 to let us know you will be participating. Please bring the following suggested dish by last name: A-C, salad & salad dressing, deviled eggs, veggie tray with dip, fruit salad, cheese platters
D-G, 2 loaves bread or 2 dozen dinner rolls
H-M, cold cuts, cold chicken, cold ham, hot dogs/buns
Lillian Ordahl August 07 Deborah Osibodu August 08
Lilly Porter August 09 Verity Hawkes August 10
Averil Massie August 10 Emily Connell August 11
Anup Kagalkar August 14 Sarah Kagalkar August 14
Kyrsteen Webster August 14 Olivia Chew August 15
Lenny Chew August 15 Kim Cozzolino August 15
Billy Jeffries August 21 Wicke Egbert August 24
Wes Mollard August 25 Mary Ann Peterson August 26
Peter Wu August 26 Joe Burns August 27
Robert Barber August 29 Miles Webster August 30
George Noel August 31 Suzanne Swenson August 31
August Anniversaries
Jonathan & Averil Massie August 01 19 years Larry & Barbara Hess August 06 52 years Bob & LeeAnn DeStefano August 14 47 years Ken & Betty Pothoven August 14 54 years Bill & Sandy Neal August 16 Rod & Andrea Proctor August 20 03 years John & Bonnie Hutton August 21 47 years Craig & Meghann Nickoloff August 21 14 years
Craig & Jane Tyler August 21 14 years
Jim & Linda Childers August 28 47 years
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Road Entry and Parking Area Improvements Announced
On Sunday, July 29, Todd Bayley announced the welcomed upcoming road entry and park-
ing area improvements that will be starting in the near future.
