Weekly Newsletter of Dardenne Presbyterian Church Rev. Dr. Larry Maley – Senior Pastor Rev. Dr. Andrew Kasberg – Associate Pastor The Connect Worshiping God – Caring for People September 18, 2016 www.dpc4u. org 636-561-4347 197 th Anniversary Celebration On this very day, 197 years ago, daring followers of Jesus Christ gathered together to begin Dardenne Presbyterian Church. This group of pioneers, committed to God’s word and relying on the Holy Spirit, felt called to serve those who had made their home on the edge of the American frontier wilderness. These courageous men and women took bold steps of faith to start Dardenne Pres., and trusted in God’s faithfulness to build His church. From its founding, Dardenne Pres. has been committed to making disciples of Jesus Christ, serving its community, and responding to God’s call with a missionary spirit. As we celebrate 197 years of God’s work here in Dardenne, may we look ahead to all that God is calling us to do and be as His people believing that the best years of Dardenne Presbyterian Church are still to come. Thank you to all the people who have helped make this a wonderful celebration. God Bless, Larry and Andrew
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Weekly Newsletter of Dardenne Presbyterian Church
Rev. Dr. Larry Maley – Senior Pastor Rev. Dr. Andrew Kasberg – Associate Pastor
The Connect
Worshiping God – Caring for People September 18, 2016
The Weekly Newsletter of Dardenne Presbyterian Church
www.dpc4u. org 636-561-4347
197th Anniversary Celebration On this very day, 197 years ago, daring followers of Jesus Christ gathered together to begin Dardenne Presbyterian Church. This group of pioneers, committed to God’s word and relying on the Holy Spirit, felt called to serve those who had made their home on the edge of the American frontier wilderness. These courageous men and women took bold steps of faith to start Dardenne Pres., and trusted in God’s faithfulness to build His church. From its founding, Dardenne Pres. has been committed to making disciples of Jesus Christ, serving its community, and responding to God’s call with a missionary spirit. As we celebrate 197 years of God’s work here in Dardenne, may we look ahead to all that God is calling us to do and be as His people believing that the best years of Dardenne Presbyterian Church are still to come. Thank you to all the people who have helped make this a wonderful celebration. God Bless, Larry and Andrew
Worshiping God – Caring for People September 18, 2016
The Weekly Newsletter of Dardenne Presbyterian Church
HISTORY OF DARDENNE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
1819-2016
At a meeting at the home of John Naylor, in the small community of Dardenne Prairie in St. Charles County, Missouri, on September 18, 1819, a small group of Christians assembled “for the purpose of forming, by Divine permission, a church established on the Presbyterian discipline and based on the Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments as illustrated by the American Confession of Faith.” The Rev. Charles Robinson, a frontier missionary who had been sent to Missouri by the Young Men’s Mission Society of New York, presided as the organizing minister and upon examination of their faith admitted eight charter members thereby establishing the Dardenne Presbyterian Church. These original members were: Mr. and Mrs. John Naylor, and son James Naylor, Mrs. Elizabeth McPheeters, Mr. and Mrs. Adam Zumwalt, and Mr. and Mrs. Nathaniel Tucker. Mr. John Naylor became the first ruling elder having previously been ordained in Washington, Kentucky. In 1823 on land given by Andrew Zumwalt, a plain log church was constructed on a hill on the north side of Dardenne Creek. The location is about three miles southeast of the present church site. Between the years of 1845 and 1849, near the same site, this log structure was replaced by a “commodious” brick church. During the Civil war, the relatively new brick structure and original log church were destroyed by fire in early April of 1862, and arson was strongly suspected. No one knew who was to blame. For several years the congregation worshiped in mild weather outdoors in a primitive structure made of posts covered with limbs and branches and known as the “Arbor.” In bad weather the congregation met in homes, neighboring schoolhouses, and for a period of time, shared a church building with a Methodist congregation at Mechanicsville. In 1868 the present stone building, or “Rock Church” was erected on land given by Judge and Mrs. Barton Bates near the center of the Dardenne Prairie on the Old Trail or Boonslick Road—now Highway “N”. It is said that the limestone was quarried from the bluffs of the Dardenne Creek and hauled to the church site. During this time, Adam Lamb, originally from Scotland, came to Dardenne Prairie to teach the Watson children and others in the neighborhood. 1819 – 1827 Rev. Charles Robinson Founding Minister
1844 – 1888 Rev. Thomas Watson 1st Installed Pastor 1892 – 1925 Rev. Samuel McCluer Watson 2nd Installed Pastor 1970 – 1973 Rev. Charles M. Bunce 3rd Installed Pastor 1973 – 1997 Rev. Thomas L. Sale 4th Installed Pastor 1996 – 2007 Rev. Dr. Gary Myers 5th Installed Pastor 2007 – 2009 Rev. Dr. Ian Lamont 6th Installed Pastor 2013 – Present Rev. Dr. Larry Maley 7th Installed Pastor During the interim years there were twenty-one Stated Supply pastors. However, special attention needs to be given to Dr. Herbert Watson and Dr. Stuart Salmon who served as Stated Supply and were the driving force for the rejuvenation of Dardenne during the period of 1956 thru1967. The Rock Church was renovated in the 1960’s with the removal of the wood burning stove and replaced with a gas stove among other new amenities. Also the wooden narthex was replaced with a new brick entrance and colonnaded porch. In 1972 further renovation included removal of the wooden pews and the addition of the chancel rail, pulpit, carpeting, and additional mechanical and electrical work. Also, the first portion of Watson Hall was also erected.
Worshiping God – Caring for People September 18, 2016
The Weekly Newsletter of Dardenne Presbyterian Church
197th Anniversary Celebration
Order of Worship
Welcome Rev. Andrew Kasberg History Highlights History Committee Opening Prayer ** ALL SING Praise Team 10,000 Reasons Leaning on the Everlasting Arms
Children’s Music I Go to the Rock Children’s Message Morning Prayer Rev. Lew Kimmel ** Apostles’ Creed Offering Prayer Offertory My Lord and I Men’s Quartet Sermon Rev. Gary Myers ** ALL SING I’ll Fly Away Blessing **Please stand if you are able.
Turn page for words to the songs! songs!
10,000 Reasons
The sun comes up. It’s a new day dawning. It’s time to sing Your song again. Whatever may pass and whatever lies before me, let me be singing when the evening comes.
(chorus) Bless the Lord, O my soul, O my soul. Worship His holy name. Sing like never before, O my soul. I’ll worship Your holy name.
You’re rich in love, and You’re slow to anger. Your name is great and Your heart is kind. For all Your goodness I will keep on singing; ten thousand reasons for my heart to find. (chorus)
And on that day when my strength is failing, the end draws near and my time has come; still my soul will sing Your praise unending, ten thousand years and then forevermore! (chorus)
Leaning on the Everlasting Arms
What a fellowship, what a joy divine, leaning on the everlasting arms. What a blessedness, what a peace is mine, leaning on the everlasting arms.
(refrain) Leaning, leaning, safe and secure from all alarms. Leaning, leaning, leaning on the everlasting arms.
O how sweet to walk in this pilgrim way, leaning on the everlasting arms. O how bright the path grows from day to day, leaning on the everlasting arms. (refrain)
What have I to dread, what have I to fear, leaning on the everlasting arms? I have blessed peace with my Lord so near, leaning on the everlasting arms. (refrain)
I’ll Fly Away
Some glad morning when this life is o’er, I’ll fly away to a home on God’s celestial shore. I’ll fly away!
(chorus) I’ll fly away, O glory! I’ll fly away! When I die, hallelujah by and by. I’ll fly away!
When the shadows of this life have grown, I’ll fly away. Like a bird from prison bars has flown, I’ll fly away. (chorus)
Just a few more weary days and then I’ll fly away to a land where joys shall never end. I’ll fly away! (chorus)
THANKS TO: Committee Chairman Bill Fader, Kirsten Coulon, Mike Fridley, Larry Mundhenk, Ed Walter, Jim Tony, Dave Westrich, and all those who volunteered to make this a wonderful celebration.
SPECIAL THANKS TO: Jack & Allen Grubbs, St. Joseph’s Parish - Cottleville, Restore St. Charles, TRAILER NAME HERE
Worshiping God – Caring for People September 18, 2016
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Fall 2016 Bible Studies
SUNDAY MORNING AT 9:45 A.M.
Boundaries - when to say yes and when to say no Spiritual Warfare and Walking in the Spirit to take control of your life The Followers Class in Watson Hall - Room C-4 Finders Class in the Hearth Room Leader: John Schuck Leader: Allan Washington
"Who Switched the Price Tags?" - Tony Campolo calls The Book of Exodus - using the "Understanding on each of us to risk more, reflect more, and do more the Bible Series” by Cook to find true freedom things of lasting value in family, work, and church. Seekers Class in the Myers Conference Room Pathfinders Class in Room B-5 Leader: Stuart Huddleston Leader: Chuck Poe The Minor Prophets - studying the minor Prophets using Bible Project videos. New Dawn Class in the Parlor Leader: Bill Ross SUNDAY MORNING AT 11:00 A.M. 1,2 Peter and the book of Jude - following the LifeWay Series "Explore the Bible" The Explorers Class meets in the Hearth Room Leader: Larry Trevathan
MONDAY MORNING WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY MEN’S BIBLE STUDY The Armor of God - A 7-week study by Priscilla The Acts of the Apostles - Saturday morning Shirer. Have you considered getting dressed in 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. in the Hearth Room the armor of God as you face each day? 9:30 a.m. in Watson Hall Ecclesiastes - Wednesday morning Leader: Barbara Busse, 300-3996 or 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. at Cappuccino's in O'Fallon e-mail [email protected] Leader: Steve Collier at
Adult Bible Study Bible Club for Pre-K through 5th grade Genesis 1-11: God's design for Creation The Ten Commandments using a DVD Watson Hall curriculum. D-2/4 and D-6/8 Leader: Rev. Dr. Larry Maley (Nursery available)
Leader: Karen Loechner TIDE Middle School Worship Grades 6 through 8 TIDE Loft from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Worshiping God – Caring for People September 18, 2016
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Women’s Bible Study “The Armor of God” Monday, September 19 at 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Have you considered getting dressed in the armor of God as you face each day? Priscilla Shirer will lead us in a seven-week study, “The Armor of God.” The class meets in Watson Hall on Monday mornings. The study guide costs $12.99 Barbara Busse (636-300-3996 or [email protected])
Joyful Voices Wednesday, September 21 from 5:00 to 5:30 p.m. It’s not too late to join our Joyful Voices Choir for ages 4 and 5 this Wednesday in B-11. Come and join us for a fun time of ringing and singing. We can't wait to hear our youngest singers lifting their voices in praise to Jesus. Karla Leigh ([email protected])
“Dine to Donate” With Strategic Water Teams Sunday, September 25 Come and “Dine to Donate” (DTD) with Strategic Water Teams (SWT) at Texas Roadhouse (TRH) at 1600 Mexico Loop Road, O’Fallon between 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., where 10% of your bill will be donated to SWT by TRH. This donation will help provide clean water to those who thirst. Pick up your DTD certificate today in Mission Hall and don’t forget your TRH Scrip Card that will help the Children’s Ministry Programs here at Dardenne. It’s a Win – Win situation! See you there! Ed Walter ([email protected])
Inquiry Class (New membership class)
Sunday, October 2 at 11:00 a.m. Have you just found Dardenne Church, and are impressed with its friendliness? Or have you been a regular visitor for some time, and finally decided to be a part of the church family? Maybe you have been a member for years and just want to learn more about what goes on around Dardenne? If you can answer yes to any of these questions, you will be interested to hear that the next Inquiry Class begins Sunday, October 2nd. This class is more than a membership class. It is designed to tell you more about the rich history of Dardenne Church, what we believe, what it means to be Presbyterian, and how you can get more involved in the life and work of Christ’s church on earth. Sessions are held on Sunday mornings during the 11:00 a.m. worship hour for five weeks and meet in Watson Hall. The last class will be held on October 30th. We would like you to pre-register by calling the church office. We look forward to hearing from you! Office at 636-561-4347 Lowell Barnes at [email protected] or 636-561-4195
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Upcoming Events
Something you should know……
1) There will be no 9:45 a.m. Children’s Sunday School for
grades 1-4 during the month of July. Kidz Connect at 11:00 a.m. will also not be offered in July. Please take this opportunity to worship together as a family. We WILL have classes for Kindergarten and younger at both the 9:45 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. in July.
Worshiping God – Caring for People September 18, 2016
The Weekly Newsletter of Dardenne Presbyterian Church
Upcoming Events
Something you should know……
1) There will be no 9:45 a.m. Children’s Sunday School for
grades 1-4 during the month of July. Kidz Connect at 11:00 a.m. will also not be offered in July. Please take this opportunity to worship together as a family. We WILL have classes for Kindergarten and younger at both the 9:45 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. in July.
Wick Pipe Organ Bus Tour Wednesday, October 19 Join us as we travel by coach to Highland, IL for a private tour of the Wick Pipe Organ Factory, eat lunch at the Mineral Springs Restaurant, and enjoy a pipe organ demonstration at the Lincoln Theater in Bellville, IL. The cost is $89 per person. We will carpool at 8 a.m. from DPC to the Holiday Inn Express in Riverport, or you can just meet us there by 8:40 a.m. Barb Walter (636-439-9277 or [email protected])
Diaper Drive for ThriVe Monday, September 19 Allie Schindler of American Heritage Girls (AHG) is earning her Dolly Madison Award by planning, organizing, promoting, and implementing a service project for the community. She chose to help ThriVe St. Louis, a pro-life organization supported by DPC in the past, after asking ThriVe if diapers were needed. Having seven brothers and sisters and understanding the importance of having a supply of diapers, she decided to form this diaper drive. Please support Allie by depositing size 0-1 diapers in a collection box outside the nursery in Salmon Hall. Samantha Knauper ([email protected])
Important!
New Worship Times begin September 25. Worship times will be 8:00 a.m., 9:30 a.m., and 11:00 a.m. The Connect and Prayer Chain: If you are not currently receiving the Connect or Prayer Requests by email, you may do so by filling out a “DPC Email Request” at the Information Desk. Prayer Requests are sent as they are received. Connects are sent on Thursday or Friday prior to Sunday worship. Church Office (636-561-4347) Update Information: Please let the church office know if you have a change in contact information such as address, phone number, or email address. It is important that we keep our records up-to-date. Church Office (636-561-4347)
Ages 0 to 11 and over 89 - free, 12 to 17 - $3, & 18 to 89 - $5.
Opportunities to Serve
MEN!
We can do it, if we try.
Saturday, October 8th is our next Men’s Retreat in conjunction with the men of 3rd Presbyterian Church (Cedric Portis’ Church). The last retreat was a two-day event away from the church. DPC had only nine men attend! This next “retreat” is a one-day event at DPC. Sounds easier, right? Here’s the kicker, Rev. Maley has committed to having 50 men from DPC attend this retreat. So, put the date on your calendar, let the wife know that you’ll be spending the day with the guys from the church, and prepare to have an inspiring and challenging day. To register, look for the registration table in Mission Hall. Let Steve Collier ([email protected]) know if you can help with some of the preparations for the day.
HOPE Food Pantry
DPC's items are syrup, dry potatoes, canned stew, and Sloppy Joe sauce. Don't forget to watch for sale-priced backpacks. Please note that our beautiful cupboard has moved. It is now immediately to the right when you enter the Mission Hall doors. Thanks for your amazing support.
