read me_first

PARENTS, WHEN SENDING YOUR CHILD TO CHILDREN’S CHURCH, please notify leaders each week of any food allergies your child may have. The leaders change from week to week.

Flowers are given by Ralph and Bev Lamenzo to the glory of God and in loving memory of their son, Kenny, and their son-in-law, Donald Snapp.

The rosebud is in honor of the birth of Thomas Samuel Bush born on August 26, 2008 to parents Allison & Doug Bush, and proud grandparents, Cathy & John Opdenaker.

S T A R T I NG T H I S S U N D A Y
SUNDAY SCHOOL ~ 9:45-10:45 AM
in the NURTURE BUILDING with the following classes:
Infant Nursery, 2s-3s, 4-Ks, G1-2, G3-4, G5/JH6, JH7-8,
HS9-10, HS11-12, and C-YA (College-Young Adult 18-23)
Adult Fellowship Time to Highlight the other adult S.S. options,
including the NEW C-YA LATER Class for young adults 24-30).
(C-YA Later ~ Adult Bible Discovery ~ Foundations ~ Relationships Classes begin September 14)

The session of WCCPC has called a
CONGREGATIONAL MEETING
SEPTEMBER 14 AT 12:30 PM in the Sanctuary
for the purpose of electing church officers.

JOIN US FOR L.I.F.T. ! (Ladies in Fellowship Together) Monday, Sept 15 beginning with a light supper at 6:00 p.m. Please join us for a refreshing opportunity to connect with other women! At 7:00 we will begin our study of self-control, a fruit of the Spirit, with a talk given by Marilyn Morgan.

THE BIG GAME! STEELERS VS. EAGLES. SUPPORT YOUR TEAM! Come to the Fellowship Hall on Sept 21. The party begins at 3:30 with appetizers provided by the church. Bring a covered dish to share for dinner during the game (sign up downstairs). Bring your team spirit, team paraphernalia, and your cheering voice!! Invite your friends!

3-4-5 ALIVE BEGINS SEPT 28 from 6-8 pm. The new weekly format for children in grades 3 through 5 will follow the All Access schedule of meeting nights. Helpers are needed. Could you volunteer one Sunday a month to lead a lesson, craft or game? You would not be responsible for the whole 2 hours, just a small portion. Contact Renee Pfeil for more information or to volunteer.

WHERE CAN YOU GET A SODA FOR A QUARTER? How about a snack for 2 quarters? There is only 1 place, THE ROXBURY right here at WCCPC! The way we keep prices as they are is to seek donations... and our machine is bare after the long summer! Snack/soda Machine Donations needed (All snack items can be purchased at Costco or BJ'S in bulk): Candy -Twix, Snickers, Reese's Peanut Butter cups, Skittle's, Starbursts, Sour patch kids, Sunflower seeds, cookies in individual bags. Canned Soda: We use ONLY the following in the machine: Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Lemonade, Regular Pepsi

KITCHEN NOTES: Please remember these points when using any of our three kitchens for your events: Make certain someone is responsible for cleanup: all kitchenware should be washed, air dried and put away. Food should not be left out (it attracts mice and ants). Please label all items that are intended for use. Do not store perishable food in the refrigerators or on shelves with the expectation that someone else will eat them or discard them. All foods are discarded upon their expiration date. Any unlabelled canned goods left for a length of time will be donated to the food closet. If we are low on stock, please make a note and place it on the refrigerator, or call Wendy LaManna. Thank you.

MEN’S GOLF OUTING! - FRIDAY MORNING, OCT. 10. Men, make your plans now to be there for this “best ball” format event at Patriot’s Glen Golf Course. Sign-ups begin soon. Contact Jim Casula for more information.

NEWARK COMMUNITY DAYS – Sunday, September 14. WCCPC will again have a booth at this community event. It is a good opportunity to be visible in the community and create goodwill. It is not difficult, just be a friendly face! Please contact Kim McWatters if you can help with set-up (8am-10am), manning the booth for a 2-3 hour shift (10am-5pm), or tear-down (5pm-6pm). No high pressure sales involved!

DO YOU HAVE YOUR OWN MEDICAL PROVIDER? If not, CHAP (Community Healthcare Access Program) can help you find out if you are eligible for medical assistance. If not, CHAP can assist you in getting a doctor to look after your health needs. To be eligible you must have no other health insurance, and annual income that meets program guidelines. For more information, call 1-800-996-9969 option 3.

JOY FELLOWSHIP will be enjoying the Rainbow Dinner Theater’s comedy matinee production of “barefoot in the Park” on Wednesday, September 17 after partaking their buffet luncheon. See our brochure at the bulletin board for complete details

ONE CHURCH / ONE FAMILY – Please help your Deacons by supporting a family of seven for “One Church, One Family.” We thank you for your help. [Please note OC/OF in the memo if you use a check]. “And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices, God is pleased.” Hebrews 13:16

NURSERY DUTIES NEEDED – Please contact Kim McWatters if you could decorate the bulletin boards once, for the whole year. You have creative license! Also contact Kim if you can assist with deep cleaning the toys, for 2 hours on a Friday or Saturday. If we get a few people to help with this, each person would only have to do it 1-2 times a year! Thanks!

The WOMEN’S BIBLE FELLOWSHIP is a “Life Group” that meets for sharing/prayer/study on second and last Tuesdays from 7:15-9:00 p.m. in Room 109. Contact Susanne Larson for a workbook or just come this TUESDAY with your Bible and prayer needs.

C-YA LATER is an exciting new ministry for Young Adults ages 24-30 that will include a Sunday morning class (9:45-10:45) and regular fellowship events. To be on the mailing/update list, fill out a form found downstairs in The Parlor and in the Nurture Building foyer. Parents/grandparents: sign up any in these age categories (C-YA / 18-23 or C-YA Later / 24-30) so they receive updates!

MEN’S RETREAT! “The Band of Brothers” is the theme of the 2008 Men’s Retreat to be held at Black Rock Retreat Center on the weekend of October 10 – 12. All men are welcome to join us at the retreat. It’s a great way to get to know other men in the church, make some space to listen for God’s guidance in your life, and just get away to relax. Registration for the retreat has begun. Please contact John Bard if you would like more information.

There are new faces worshipping with us each week. Will you consistently and consciously welcome these visitors, sharing kindness and inviting them to return? We are looking for individuals who are willing to reach out and say hello to someone they don’t know… to serve on the new Akwaba Team (“Akwaba” means “Welcome” in the African dialect of Twi). In addition to saying hello in the service, you would take a turn every month (or 2 months depending on the number of people that participate) in welcoming people as they arrive in the parking lot, and as they leave through the Parlor. If you’d like to find out more, please contact Kim McWatters. We’ll have a short training session in early September. The overall time commitment is small, but the impact in others lives could be really big!

STEPHEN MINISTRY IS HERE AT WHITE CLAY! White Clay Creek is launching Stephen Ministry! Pastor Jody, Pam LaPorte and Paul LaManna traveled to St. Louis, MO for a one week Stephen Leader’s Training Course (LTC). What is Stephen Ministry? The heart of Stephen Ministry is Christ caring for people through people. Ou

r congregation’s Stephen Ministry will equip people to provide confidential, one –to-one Christian care to individuals in who are experiencing difficulties in their lives. Sound exciting? Stephen Ministry is God’s Love In Action! For more information contact Pastor Jody: pastorjody@wccpc.org; Pam LaPorte: krislarmom@verizon.net or Paul LaManna: PJL1183@verizon.net

Want to learn more about White Clay?

Interested in membership?

All visitors are invited to attend the new members’ classes

offered on the second Saturday or Sunday every other month.

The next class is Saturday, September 13 @ 9:00 am.

A sign-up sheet is posted on the bulletin board outside the chapel, or contact the church office.

***PRAYER REQUESTS***: If you have a prayer request that you do not wish to voice aloud yourself, please write down the information on the form in the pew and check all boxes that apply. If you know of a practical need that the Church can help to meet, whether for yourself or someone else, indicate that in the section marked practical need. Please remember to sign your name. If you would like to have a family member put on the prayer list in the bulletin, please contact the church office by Wednesday afternoon. To put someone on the prayer chain, contact the church office.

NEED HEARING ASSISTANCE? If you would like a hearing-assistance receiver assigned to you for use in the worship services, contact Gene Dufaj or see one of our ushers.

Please, if at all possible, turn off your cell phone prior to your entrance into the sanctuary. If you must have it on due to workplace policy or requirements, please put it on vibrate, and have it out so that you can respond quickly. Phone conversations should be held outside the sanctuary in deference to other worshipers. Thank you.




VIP Student Ministries Victory In Progress Web site 2006 Church newsletter	*PARENTS,* WHEN SENDING YOUR CHILD TO CHILDREN’S CHURCH, please notify leaders each week of any food allergies your child may have. The leaders change from week to week. Flowers are given by Ralph and Bev Lamenzo to the glory of God and in loving memory of their son, Kenny, and their son-in-law, Donald Snapp. The rosebud is in honor of the birth of Thomas Samuel Bush born on August 26, 2008 to parents Allison & Doug Bush, and proud grandparents, Cathy & John Opdenaker. S T A R T I NG T H I S S U N D A Y SUNDAY SCHOOL ~ 9:45-10:45 AM in the NURTURE BUILDING with the following classes: Infant Nursery, 2s-3s, 4-Ks, G1-2, G3-4, G5/JH6, JH7-8, HS9-10, HS11-12, and C-YA (College-Young Adult 18-23) Adult Fellowship Time to Highlight the other adult S.S. options, including the NEW C-YA LATER Class for young adults 24-30). (C-YA Later ~ Adult Bible Discovery ~ Foundations ~ Relationships Classes begin September 14) SUNDAY SCHOOL MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES for the fall: Helper (2008-09) to Teacher or Co-Teacher (2009-10): Junior High 7-8 Substitute Leaders/help with fellowship events: Young Adults 24-30 Substitute Leaders & Helpers: All Ages as needed Contact Susanne Larson or Joanne Varnes. Reminder: NEW MEMBERS / INFO CLASS SAT, SEPT 13 @ 9 AM. The session of WCCPC has called a CONGREGATIONAL MEETING SEPTEMBER 14 AT 12:30 PM in the Sanctuary for the purpose of electing church officers. JOIN US FOR L.I.F.T. ! (Ladies in Fellowship Together) Monday, Sept 15 beginning with a light supper at 6:00 p.m. Please join us for a refreshing opportunity to connect with other women! At 7:00 we will begin our study of self-control, a fruit of the Spirit, with a talk given by Marilyn Morgan. THE BIG GAME! STEELERS VS. EAGLES. SUPPORT YOUR TEAM! Come to the Fellowship Hall on Sept 21. The party begins at 3:30 with appetizers provided by the church. Bring a covered dish to share for dinner during the game (sign up downstairs). Bring your team spirit, team paraphernalia, and your cheering voice!! Invite your friends! 3-4-5 ALIVE BEGINS SEPT 28 from 6-8 pm. The new weekly format for children in grades 3 through 5 will follow the All Access schedule of meeting nights. Helpers are needed. Could you volunteer one Sunday a month to lead a lesson, craft or game? You would not be responsible for the whole 2 hours, just a small portion. Contact Renee Pfeil for more information or to volunteer. WHERE CAN YOU GET A SODA FOR A QUARTER? How about a snack for 2 quarters? There is only 1 place, THE ROXBURY right here at WCCPC! The way we keep prices as they are is to seek donations... and our machine is bare after the long summer! Snack/soda Machine Donations needed (All snack items can be purchased at Costco or BJ'S in bulk): Candy -Twix, Snickers, Reese's Peanut Butter cups, Skittle's, Starbursts, Sour patch kids, Sunflower seeds, cookies in individual bags. Canned Soda: We use ONLY the following in the machine: Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Lemonade, Regular Pepsi KITCHEN NOTES: Please remember these points when using any of our three kitchens for your events: Make certain someone is responsible for cleanup: all kitchenware should be washed, air dried and put away. Food should not be left out (it attracts mice and ants). Please label all items that are intended for use. Do not store perishable food in the refrigerators or on shelves with the expectation that someone else will eat them or discard them. All foods are discarded upon their expiration date. Any unlabelled canned goods left for a length of time will be donated to the food closet. If we are low on stock, please make a note and place it on the refrigerator, or call Wendy LaManna. Thank you. MEN’S GOLF OUTING! - FRIDAY MORNING, OCT. 10. Men, make your plans now to be there for this “best ball” format event at Patriot’s Glen Golf Course. Sign-ups begin soon. Contact Jim Casula for more information. NEWARK COMMUNITY DAYS – Sunday, September 14. WCCPC will again have a booth at this community event. It is a good opportunity to be visible in the community and create goodwill. It is not difficult, just be a friendly face! Please contact Kim McWatters if you can help with set-up (8am-10am), manning the booth for a 2-3 hour shift (10am-5pm), or tear-down (5pm-6pm). No high pressure sales involved! DO YOU HAVE YOUR OWN MEDICAL PROVIDER? If not, CHAP (Community Healthcare Access Program) can help you find out if you are eligible for medical assistance. If not, CHAP can assist you in getting a doctor to look after your health needs. To be eligible you must have no other health insurance, and annual income that meets program guidelines. For more information, call 1-800-996-9969 option 3. JOY FELLOWSHIP will be enjoying the Rainbow Dinner Theater’s comedy matinee production of “barefoot in the Park” on Wednesday, September 17 after partaking their buffet luncheon. See our brochure at the bulletin board for complete details ONE CHURCH / ONE FAMILY – Please help your Deacons by supporting a family of seven for “One Church, One Family.” We thank you for your help. [Please note OC/OF in the memo if you use a check]. “And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices, God is pleased.” Hebrews 13:16 NURSERY DUTIES NEEDED – Please contact Kim McWatters if you could decorate the bulletin boards once, for the whole year. You have creative license! Also contact Kim if you can assist with deep cleaning the toys, for 2 hours on a Friday or Saturday. If we get a few people to help with this, each person would only have to do it 1-2 times a year! Thanks! The WOMEN’S BIBLE FELLOWSHIP is a “Life Group” that meets for sharing/prayer/study on second and last Tuesdays from 7:15-9:00 p.m. in Room 109. Contact Susanne Larson for a workbook or just come this TUESDAY with your Bible and prayer needs. LIBRARY NEWS: With the fall season underway, the convenient check-out cart has been returned to the Nurture Building corridor. Make a selection, and simply fill out the card and drop it in the slot! For a greater selection of Christian books and videos, visit Room 110 across from the Office. A work date is scheduled for WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 24, from 7-9:00 p.m. Come out and help keep the Church Library maintained as a functional and attractive part of the ministry of Christian Nurture. No experience necessary. C-YA LATER is an exciting new ministry for Young Adults ages 24-30 that will include a Sunday morning class (9:45-10:45) and regular fellowship events. To be on the mailing/update list, fill out a form found downstairs in The Parlor and in the Nurture Building foyer. Parents/grandparents: sign up any in these age categories (C-YA / 18-23 or C-YA Later / 24-30) so they receive updates! MEN’S RETREAT! “The Band of Brothers” is the theme of the 2008 Men’s Retreat to be held at Black Rock Retreat Center on the weekend of October 10 – 12. All men are welcome to join us at the retreat. It’s a great way to get to know other men in the church, make some space to listen for God’s guidance in your life, and just get away to relax. Registration for the retreat has begun. Please contact John Bard if you would like more information. WOMEN OF FAITH “INFINITE GRACE” CONFERENCE: 1 TICKET LEFT: Due to a cancellation, one full reservation is now open for this weekend. If necessary, the ticket may be split between Friday evening and Saturday. Cost is $65 for Fri/Sat or $20 for Fri/$45 for Sat. + share of parking. ALL: If you will NOT be carpooling from WCCPC, please inform Susanne Larson ASAP as carpools will be formed by midweek. AKWABA MINISTRY – A NEW MINISTRY TO WELCOME VISITORS: There are new faces worshipping with us each week. Will you consistently and consciously welcome these visitors, sharing kindness and inviting them to return? We are looking for individuals who are willing to reach out and say hello to someone they don’t know… to serve on the new Akwaba Team (“Akwaba” means “Welcome” in the African dialect of Twi). In addition to saying hello in the service, you would take a turn every month (or 2 months depending on the number of people that participate) in welcoming people as they arrive in the parking lot, and as they leave through the Parlor. If you’d like to find out more, please contact Kim McWatters. We’ll have a short training session in early September. The overall time commitment is small, but the impact in others lives could be really big! PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE VALUABLES IN YOUR CAR. Break-ins have occurred. NOTES FROM YOUR DEACONS: If you have a need (meals, transportation, visit, etc.) or know of someone who does, your church family wants to know so we can live out our faith as Christ calls us to do. We want to be a blessing to you. Let Jen Porter (838-7885) know of the need and how we can help. Please bring items for the Food Closet each month on communion Sundays STEPHEN MINISTRY IS HERE AT WHITE CLAY! White Clay Creek is launching Stephen Ministry! Pastor Jody, Pam LaPorte and Paul LaManna traveled to St. Louis, MO for a one week Stephen Leader’s Training Course (LTC). What is Stephen Ministry? The heart of Stephen Ministry is Christ caring for people through people. Our congregation’s Stephen Ministry will equip people to provide confidential, one –to-one Christian care to individuals in who are experiencing difficulties in their lives. Sound exciting? Stephen Ministry is God’s Love In Action! For more information contact Pastor Jody: pastorjody@wccpc.org; Pam LaPorte: krislarmom@verizon.net or Paul LaManna: PJL1183@verizon.net WCCPC INFO CLASSES Want to learn more about White Clay? Interested in membership? All visitors are invited to attend the new members’ classes offered on the second Saturday or Sunday every other month. The next class is Saturday, September 13 @ 9:00 am. A sign-up sheet is posted on the bulletin board outside the chapel, or contact the church office. *PRAYER REQUESTS: If you have a prayer request that you do not wish to voice aloud yourself, please write down the information on the form in the pew and check all boxes that apply. If you know of a practical need that the Church can help to meet, whether for yourself or someone else, indicate that in the section marked practical need. Please remember to sign your name. If you would like to have a family member put on the prayer list in the bulletin, please contact the church office by Wednesday afternoon. To put someone on the prayer chain, contact the church office. NEED HEARING ASSISTANCE?* If you would like a hearing-assistance receiver assigned to you for use in the worship services, contact Gene Dufaj or see one of our ushers. PLEASE REVIEW THESE PARKING NOTES: SENIORS, NEW VISITORS, the HANDICAPPED & the LONE PARENT WITH VERY YOUNG CHILDREN may park in small front lot between pine trees and cemetery wall. Additional VISITOR SPACES are available along west side, main lot. Please use caution and common sense when navigating through the lots Parking on grass behind Nurture Building is encouraged (except during wet conditions). Also, handicapped designations in paved area behind the bldg. are NOT in force on Sunday mornings. Cemetery driveway must not be blocked when parking behind Nurture Building. If you are able-bodied and so inclined please park in the lot across Chestnut Ave. to make room closer to the buildings for visitors, seniors, and families with small children. BULLETIN ITEMS ARE DUE BY WEDNESDAY NOON NEXT MESSENGER DEADLINE: Sunday, October 12th You can receive the Messenger by email (.pdf). Contact church office. (((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((( *Please, if at all possible, turn off your cell phone prior to your entrance into the sanctuary*. If you must have it on due to workplace policy or requirements, please put it on vibrate, and have it out so that you can respond quickly. Phone conversations should be held outside the sanctuary in deference to other worshipers. Thank you.
Last Updated: 09/05/2008 07:58 PM
Last Updated: 09/05/2008 07:58 PM
	Copyright © 2008 [White Clay Creek Presbyterian Church]. All rights reserved