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March 25, 2020

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March 25, 2020 | Vol. 66 | Issue 6

Wednesday, March 25, 2020 9:00 am Prayer Time 7:00 pm Prayer Time Thursday, March 26, 2020 9:00 am Prayer Time 7:00 pm Prayer Time Friday, March 27, 2020 9:00 am Prayer Time 7:00 pm Prayer Time Saturday, March 28, 2020 9:00 am Prayer Time 7:00 pm Prayer Time Sunday, March 29, 2020 10:30 am Worship-Live Stream Only 7:00 pm Prayer Time

Monday, March 30 2020 9:00 am Prayer Time 7:00 pm Prayer Time Tuesday, March 31, 2020 9:00 am Prayer Time 7:00 pm Prayer Time Wednesday, April 1, 2020 9:00 am Prayer Time 7:00 pm Prayer Time Thursday, April 2, 2020 9:00 am Prayer Time 7:00 pm Prayer Time Friday, April 3, 2020 9:00 am Prayer Time 7:00 pm Prayer Time

Saturday, April 4, 2020 9:00 am Prayer Time 7:00 pm Prayer Time Sunday, April 5, 2020 10:30 am Worship-Live Stream Only 7:00 pm Prayer Time Monday, April 6, 2020 9:00 am Prayer Time 7:00 pm Prayer Time Tuesday, April 7, 2020 9:00 am Prayer Time 7:00 pm Prayer Time Wednesday, April 8, 2020 9:00 am Prayer Time 7:00 pm Prayer Time

THE SESSION WILL REEVALUTE: on March 31st the suspension of worship service and office

hours.

PRAYER TIME: is listed two times a day on the calendar below. It is at 7 p.m. in hopes that your entire family will sit down together

for a time of prayer. If you are alone in your home call a friend and pray with them. Then on Mon.—Sat. you will notice that the

prayer time is listed at 9 a.m. Take time to lift a prayer! Start reading a chapter in the Bible, begin going through your Church Direc-

tory praying for one another, or even try journaling—possibly a “Thanks” journal. Stay close to God and one another through prayer!

It was a first for all of us, I think! Six of us met last Sunday at 10:15 to pray and

prepare ourselves to bring the Live Stream to you at 10:30. Let me clarify, Live

Stream was not a first, as you know! But, there were only six of us and NONE

of YOU! Our desire was to bring Glory to God and to make sure that you felt

like we were in your living room. We wanted to look at the camera and to pic-

ture each of you looking back at us … just like a typical Sunday morning in the

Sanctuary.

Also, another first is that Levi worked to put the worship service on Facebook.

After the service was over we praised God for his presence with us. We did a

little trouble shooting for next week and at this time we are prepared to have

worship again in your living room this Sunday.

We each had many calls, texts, and emails from you

as you responded to the service. Mary Ann Roe sent by text, “We went to church

this morning. Thank you.”

Joan Burnett and Amanda were at church on 3/15 and we were all so glad to see

them. Amanda said Joan was waiting all week for church again so Sunday morn-

ing they got ready and went to church. She sent these two pictures of Joan at

church. . . St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church – Live Stream !

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BIBLE STUDY Monday morning Bible Study is an open

study group. Right now we are in ACTS. We

share scripture, ideas, questions, notes from

different references and our own experiences.

Please come any time as this class is open

ended.

We’d love to have y’all join us on Monday

mornings at 10 am whenever you can attend.

BUT…. Don’t come back yet. We’ll let you know when we are ready to resume Bible Study or you can

call Pat B. (409) 658-2275.

PYC & CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

Christian Education St. Andrew’s has your Small Group/Sunday School class covered!

We have classes & groups for all ages (9:15am-10:15am):

Adult Classes: Grace & Men’s meets in the Study, in office area.

Bible Discovery meets in the Library upstairs, above the office area. Fellowship meets in a classroom upstairs, above the office area. Women of Grace meets in the Conference Room, in office area.

Children & Youth Classes: Pre-K through 4

th Grades meet in the Journey Rooms.

5th

& 6th

Grades meet in the Witherspoon Room. Youth/Confirmation Class meets in the Youth Room.

And Bible Studies, too: Monday Morning (10 AM) meets in the Parlor.

Tuesday Morning Men (7 AM) meets in the Parlor.

LENT AT ST. ANDREW’S

(Hopefully these Church events WILL still happen)

April 9-Maundy Thursday • Communion • 7:00 pm

April 12 - Easter Sunday

9:15 am - Bring & Share Breakfast • Fellowship Hall

10:30 am - Worship

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LEVI SHARES STORIES FROM CHOIR TRIP

One of the most fun times we've had at TAG was our March 12, 2020 get together. The red beans and rice, along with

cornbread and cake, were well received…. Delicious! Thanks to our chef, Bob Webb, we ate a hardy lunch.

The program, “You know you’re from Cajun Country if….”, was led by Pat Buerhle. We enjoyed hearing all the Cajun

customs… from chicory coffee, to accordion playing—nothing but great fun. Many members recalled their visits to LA

and the interesting things they had experienced there.

We missed several members who had gone on the trip to Washington DC, but had a nice crowd anyway.

Always remember anyone of any age is invited and encouraged to attend TAG at 12:00 pm, every second Thursday of

every month.

TAG

FELLOWSHIP THANKS TO MAGGIE & RON EVERETT

With the Coronavirus heading our way and everyone a little nervous, Maggie and Ron Everett were abso-lute heroes to us all as they forged ahead amid rumors and speculation we wouldn’t even have the luncheon and prepared the BEST chicken & spaghetti EVER !!! Not only was it that good, it was a complete sellout, as every last bite was sold after lunch as take out! Little did we know that by the next day we would be really glad we took that extra food home, as access to food suddenly became a big issue in our lives. The Fellow-ship Committee can’t say enough about how grateful we are for the calm and actually amazing way Maggie and Ron handled this during such a chaotic time.

On Sunday morning everything was in total control with Team Allen helping (Chris, Emily, Aaron, and An-drew). With so many people out and the Washington travelers just back, they prepared everything without additional help and Pulled It Off Beautifully!

Still thinking of that Chicken & Spaghetti! The Fellowship Team

Sixteen St. Andrew’s members and friends traveled to Washington D.C. We saw numerous memorials: World War II Memorial, Iwo Jima Memorial, MLK Memorial, Washing-ton Memorial, and the Lincoln Memorial. In addition, we explored our nation’s Capital, walked outside of the White House, and viewed the original Bill of Rights, Constitution, and Declaration of Independence.

Although we traveled at the beginning of the coronavirus outbreak, we visited nearly everything on our itinerary as planned. We took many precautions while traveling includ-ing hand sanitizer at every stop, and we washed our hands as much as possible. We had a private charter bus during our entire 4-day trip which kept us from traveling on public transportation while in D.C.

During this incredible trip, we traveled to Capitol Hill Pres-byterian Church where we gathered as a church body. We sang hymns, heard solos, and listened to Thomas play pi-ano in an historic empty sanctuary. Julie voiced one of the most profound and uplifting prayers. It was a moment of reassurance that God is bigger than anything we could pos-

sibly face. Our souls were fed. We grew closer to each other and to God in that moment.

As we traveled home to a world of uncertainty, we knew that we had experienced the trip of a lifetime. With God’s heal-ing hand, everyone on the trip has not had any health issues since returning from D.C. To God Be the Glory!

Levi Duncan

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Family of Mary Ann Kerth

Mike Westbrook

Sam Moore

Wendy

Bryan Rao – military

Ron & Jean Williamson

Chastity

Danielle

Family of Warren Langston

Bonette McBride

Ed Dickert

Carl Keith

Ellie Cole

Ginny Kennedy

Erika

Officer Bill McKeon

Rev. Wayne Rhodes

Kimberly

Phil Storms

Cheryl Bryan

Shawn

Matt Cherry

Bob Janecek

Baby Madeline

Baby Gracie

Bob Higgins

Jake

Katrina & Mac’Kia

Tenesha Humphrey

Montel Thibodeau

Darla

Charlotte

Family of Mary Sterner

Family of Nan Williams

Evan Johnson-Wes Culbertson’s son-in-law

Jill Botkin-Susan Reese’s sister

Jennifer Patton-Glenda Buckley’s daughter

Cindy Woodland-Linda Sparkman’s niece

JULIE’S JOURNEY

IN THE CONGREGATION

Keith Davis Bill McIlrath Kay Sutton Sandy Darchuk Eloise Evans Juanell Jones Gary Sitton Jean Stemmons

Susanne Nichols Thomas Fisher Nancy Landolt Family of Jerry Wilkerson

IN OUR PRAYERS

SAPC FAMILY AND FRIENDS

Wow! Who would have thought we would be where we are today? Are you wondering what God is thinking about "us” right now? I am! I often stop and ask myself would God care about this? Instead, maybe it’s what would Jesus do right now? I’m not questioning God’s love and care for his children when I ask what would God think of “us”, but rather, “my response” to what is happening right now in our world, country, and city. Here are some Bible verses that might help you overcome any fear or anxiety and will bring you peace. When we get our minds off of ourselves and think outside the box, I find these things helpful: pray a lot, listen to good God music, check on family and friends, work a puzzle, bake extra and freeze it, sit outside, sing, laugh as much as possible, and start a list of all of the things you are thankful for! God be with you till we meet again. In His Love,

1 Peter 5:7: Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.

Isaiah 12:2: Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. The Lord, the Lord himself, is my strength and my defense; he has become my salvation.

Romans 8:15: The Spirit you received does not make you slaves, so that you live in fear again; rather, the Spirit you received brought about your adoption to sonship. And by him we cry, “Abba, Father.

Joshua 1:9: Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.

Exodus 14:13 – 14: Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the deliverance the Lord will bring you today. . . The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still.

John 14:27: Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.

1 John 4:17 – 18: This is how love is made complete among us so that we will have confidence on the day of judg-ment: In this world we are like Jesus.

There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with

punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love.

2 Timothy 1:7: For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline. Psalm 94:19: When anxiety was great within me, your consolation brought me joy.

Matthew 6:34: Therefore, do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.

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Presbyterian Women Spring 2020

Enrichment Day Programs

April 28th

Ann Latiolais—Book Review

May 26th

Birthday Offering

Installation of Officers

ALL WOMEN in the Church are Welcome! We meet at 10 am in the Parlor.

Held 4th Tues September - May (except November)

Always includes:

Devotional

Special Program

Bible Study w/Pastor

Refreshments are served

(except in Dec. & May covered dish Salad Lunch served)

PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN

3-26 Morris Clarke

3-26 Julie Munro

3-29 Mallory Wendel

3-31 Duane Busby

4-03 Norma Murphy

4-06 Leslie Pember

4-06 Mary Ann Roe

4-07 Cody Thompson

4-10 Tammy Markum

4-10 Mary Miller

BIRTHDAYS

Pictured above: Susan Launey, Lynn Burnside and Vivan

Hulsopple at PW Enrichment Day , Feb. 25, 2020.

UPDATE FROM PASTOR SEARCH COMMITTEE Jennifer Winge, Executive Search Consultant with Vanderbloemen, came to St. Andrews on Sunday

March 15, 2020. The purpose of her visit was to worship at St. Andrews and ascertain the DNA of

St. Andrews and gain insight into the ideal Pastor candidate for St. Andrews. In addition to attend-

ing the 10:30 Worship Service, Jennifer attended the Fellowship Luncheon and then met with the

St. Andrews Pastor Search Committee, the Board of Deacons, the Session and also with Julie. From

her multiple conversations on March 15, 2020, Jennifer prepared a Search Profile of St .Andrews.

The Search Profile is being reviewed by the Pastor Search Committee. Once edits are completed

and the final Search Profile approved, the Search Profile will go “live” and available to candidates in

Vanderbloemen ‘s database . Vanderbloemen will commence searching for the Pastor that God

has prepared for St. Andrews.