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Last month, I provided the first half of my thoughts about some of the ways that we kill ministry in the church. This month I provide the balance of my thoughts, and another five ministry killing habits. As a reminder, the first five were rut thinking, pessimism, control freaks, bottom-line thinking, and an un-welcoming spirit toward those “not like us”. 6. Herd mentality—This is the inability for people to own up to their own opinions and say “I think” or “I believe," finding it easier just to go along by saying “we think” or “we believe”. They think that there's safety in numbers. “Herders” prefer to be spoon-fed rather than gett ing messy learning to feed themselves. Truth is: “I” think and “you" think. But “we” don’t think. 7. Choosing comfort over risk— We are all guilty of this. It is much easier, less stressful and simply cozier if we stick to what we like and to what makes us comfortable. Risk is, well, risky! We might get hurt, embarrassed or have our ego bruised. But without risk, growth is stunted. A tree grows stronger when it is buffeted by wind and storm. 8. Reacting rather than responding - Reaction is the result of self-protection. It’s a knee-jerk reflex. Reaction doesn’t take into consideration results. Reaction is living in panic mode. It is short-term thinking. Responding, on the other hand, takes time to see the bigger picture, to form a proper answer that brings greater healing and growth. Response is calm, long-term
visioning and thinking. 9. An inability to dream—If a church does not dream, it does not survive, let alone thrive. The failure to dream leads to stagnation, which leads to a slow and ugly death. The church should be the one place on earth that welcomes dreams and dreamers. Because dreams keep us fresh. They force us to think differently and may even throw us off kilter every once in a while, causing us to move in a new direction. And if we’re going to dream, why not dream big? In the
Church, no dream is “too big” if it helps us live our mission. 10. Expecting leaders to “do” discipleship for members— I remember the
visit I had from a parishioner who had a new neighbor move in right next door and, rather than inviting the neighbor to church himself, drove to my office, sat down to tell me about the new neighbor, and told me I needed to pay them a visit to invite them to church. When I asked if he had asked them as well, since he was literally living less than 100 feet away, he said, “No. That’s why we pay you.” Discipleship is often seen as a “job” or a “task” rather than the joy that it is! Discipleship is everyone’s joyful invitation to friendship, this church, and our Lord!
If we, as a church, are to follow Jesus and continue to nurture this thriving community at Providence, we all must take responsibility for our attitudes, our actions, and the mission God has set before us.
See you in Church!
From My Open Door Jeffrey Bell, Pastor
Providence Presbyterian Church www.provpres.org
There are some things that can kill ministry…
Part II
In this Issue March Birthdays All in the Family Session Notes
Mission Outreach Evangelism Women’s Ministry
Providence Worship Providence Post
Calendar
Rejoice, the Lord has risen!
Palm Sunday, March 24, 11:00 a.m.
Maundy Thursday, March 28, 7:30 p.m.
Easter Sunrise Service (in the Courtyard), March 31, 7:00 a.m. Continental breakfast follows.
Easter Worship, March 31, 11:00 a.m.
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Because we are a people of prayer, who believe in the power of prayer, we ask you to keep in your prayers those who are unable to worship with us on Sundays due to health concerns: At Home Members: Bob Collins Mary Davis Edith Hill Joyce Semones Nursing Home: Virginia McBurney Doris Weber The Oaks of Brecksville, Brecksville, Ohio Assisted Living Homes: Ivan and Mary Ann Cook Westminster Canterbury Marilyn Jackson: Atlantic Shores Inge Keeny: Chesapeake Place TC Rock: Chesapeake Place Please notify the church office if you know someone who needs to be added to this list.
All in the family
03/01 Nancy Lindgren 03/01 Tom Wickert 03/01 Wendi Thomas 03/01 Ben Schroeder 03/02 Sue Bell 03/03 Virginia Wooddell 03/04 Jim Lytle 03/04 Abbi Boose 03/05 Beryl Fisher 03/05 Ted Salter 03/06 Max Stockmeier 03/07 Cheul Kang 03/07 Michael Polychroni 03/07 Barbara Bishop 03/08 Elizabeth Hawn 03/09 Dianne Stockmeier 03/09 Jonathan Hyslop 03/10 Alice Sherman 03/10 Mary Ann Cook 03/13 Walter O'Neal 03/14 Norma Barnes
03/14 Lisa Snell 03/14 Lucas Wickert 03/17 Frances Edwards 03/17 Marty Stephenson 03/17 Bob Sivigny 03/18 Erin Sullivan 03/20 Abigayle Thomas 03/23 Calleigh Correia 03/24 Bill Parker 03/24 Sue Gonzalez 03/25 Christine Ussery 03/26 Cale Molleen 03/27 Davis Wood 03/27 Blake Birdwell 03/30 Gary Reese 03/30 Megan Burke 03/31 Betty Harl 03/31 Jeff Bell 03/31 Nadine Olenych 03/31 Jessica Dorsch 03/31 Caitlin Dorsch 03/31 Micah Rohde
March Birthday Prayer List
On the occasion of each one’s birthday, take time to lift them to God in prayer.
Session Notes The Session met on Monday, February 11, 2013, and conducted the following business: Received Sandy Allwein as a new member. Approved the Christian Education committee to begin
developing new ideas for modernizing the church library with the help of the congregation.
Examined the 2016 Class of elected Elders and unanimously concurred with the Congregation's election Fellowship Hour
Volunteers March 3 Presbyterian Men March 10 Gad Abouts March 17 Christian Ed March 24 Administration March 31 Fellowship April 7 Congregational Care
Welcome New Member! Sandy Allwein was received by certificate of transfer from 1st Lutheran Church, Portsmouth. She lives at 5417 Donalbaine Drive VB 23464. Phone: 572-1837
CHECK OUT … The CHURCH LIBRARY STUDY RESOURCES
FICTION AND NON-FICTION
CHILDREN’S BOOKS
YOUTH BOOKS
BIBLE REFERENCE
Need to see if the Library has a certain book? Computer Search Feature available… The Library is ALWAYS OPEN – just open the door and turn on the light. Make your selection, sign and date the checkout card and place it in the tray on the table next to the door.
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Mission Outreach Evangelism
Tutoring Program Adds
New Students Project Light welcomed two new students. One is
a Chinese woman from Hong Kong, and the other is an 8th grader from Virginia Beach.
Project Light is a computerized tutoring program that helps improve a student’s reading skills, English as a second language as well as providing GED preparation. Providence offers the class free to the community as an outreach ministry. Class is held Tuesday and Thursday from 5 to 6 p.m. through May. For further information, contact Sandra Rushton at 467-2095.
Detention Center Ministry Excitement filled the air at Norfolk
Detention Center as twenty-four detainees settled down, anxious to hear the results of Howard Boose's super bowl contest. Last month, Howard used charts to record each kid’s game predictions. One detainee accurately guessed the outcome and was rewarded with a $25.00 gift card from Sports Limited. Even his pod members were excited for him. The story of a football player, paralyzed from the neck down, who has not stop living followed to encourage the kids to find strength in their personal relationship with Jesus.
Stephanie Booze read from Sarah Young's devotional, Jesus Calling to remind us to turn to Jesus, our caring shepherd, with our weaknesses and find rest in His comfort.
In keeping with the spirit of Valentine’s Day I read parts of 1 Corinthians 13 often called the “love” chapter. An ample supply of hearts and paper stickers provided lots of fun creating many very nice valentines.
Don Bielmann and Howard called Bingo. To vary the game after calling B-9 (Be Mine) each person with that number received a candy treat. June Estep just loves giving out candy.
Carolyn Knowles ended another special visit with a loving prayer.
Louann Bielmann
Providence Moves into the Community Save the Date—Saturday May 4, 2013
Mark your calendar for May 4, the date Providence Moves into the community again. This is an annual one day event to show our community Providence cares.
This year the focus is on renovating the now vacant Bow Creek Presbyterian Church. Additionally, several homes will be repaired, painted and yards cleaned in Virginia Beach. Gift bags will be delivered to area fire and police stations. Canned goods will be collected and delivered to the Food Bank. Volunteers will visit Providence shut-ins.
Volunteers are needed to prepare breakfast and lunch for our volunteers and assemble the gift bags in advance for the community. Needed skills include carpentry, painting and yard work. Start thinking where you want to help. We need everyone to help support this effort. Plan to help Providence Move Into the Community!
Faith Works Coalition F a i t h W o r k s
C o a l i t i o n ( F W C ) repaired the roof on Jesse’s trailer on Feb. 22 and 23. Jesse has helped FWC in the past with his carpentry skills. Now, he is unable to work because arthritis prevents him from doing this kind of work.
PPC also provides $1000 a year for materials to help people just like Jesse. Our labor is all free. Providence volunteers are happy to be able to help people in our community throughout the year.
If you want to know more about FWC contact David Carré at 217-2342 or carre@wcbeach.com or visit our website at www.faithworkscoalition.org.
Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, and everyone who lives and believes in me shall never die. Do you believe this?” John 11:25-26
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Providence Women’s Ministries
L adies, We have been very busy since we held our Mid-Winter Event. We planned, shopped and worked hard to make our
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner a success for our church family. Thank you to our volunteers and to everyone who came out and enjoyed their short stack of pancakes and fixings. Check the Presbyterian Women’s bulletin board for the Thank You card we received for the contribution we made to the Heifer Project from Italian Night proceeds. Great news...we have sold enough cookbooks to pay our bill and make a profit which has been sent to benefit the Thank offering. Extra cookbooks
are still available. They make nice gifts for friends and family. Our beach bag ministry for Fairfield Elementary students continues. We provide 10 bags a week. Each bag provides food and drink to keep one child fed over the weekend. We have provided 200 bags so far this school year. Your help is needed supplying the following items:
Individual small milk boxes Fruit juice boxes Individual cereal box/bowls, Main meals (soup, ravioli, mac&cheese, spaghetti o's, etc.) A full list of additional items is posted on the Presbyterian Women’s bulletin board Place donated items in the container marked "Beach Bags" in the old kitchen. Upcoming Events: Women will be actively involved in the worship service May 5. If
you would like to participate in that service contact Karen Moore at karenmoore5@cox.net or Cecilia Daley mcpox2@cox.net Until next month....
Cecilia
Women's Book Club Our next book selection is
Gods and Kings, the first in the five book series Chronicles of the Kings, by Lynn Austin. (The Kindle eBook is currently available for free on Amazon!) Drawing from the pages of the Old Testament, the author tells the story of King Hezekiah, heir to the throne of David, during exciting and dangerous times!
When will we meet? Well, ladies, we need your help deciding that! Attendance has been dwindling, so we're seeking your input. When would you like to meet? After church on Sundays? One evening? Which one? Following Courtyard Graces which meets the third Saturday of the month? How often would you like to meet? Every other month? Every third month? Please let me know what you're thinking! Catch me at church, call 424-4591 or email me at cmpoly@cox.net. Looking forward to hearing from you!
Blessed reading, Cathy Polychroni
Courtyard Graces Saturday, March 16
9am -10am Devotion, Prayer, Plant Wisdom,
Laughter, Refreshments, and a chance to play in the dirt!
Contact: Donna Rae Barrow, dce@provpres.org, 687-8880
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Worship at Providence
Lenten Soup and Rolls During Lent we will continue to meet together
in the Fellowship Hall at 6:00 p.m. for soup, rolls and fellowship. Following our meals Rev. Tom Chadwick will lead youth and adults in a weekly meditation entitled “Beneath the Cross of Jesus”, a look at those who stood at the base of the cross.
We need volunteers to take turns making soup and others to bring rolls for these nights. A sign-up sheet is posted on the Fellowship bulletin board.
Come - Worship - Experience A Messianic Passover Haggadah
Maundy Thursday, March 28 at 7:30
On Maundy Thursday, March 28 at 7:30 we will gather for a Seder meal. Although Passover is traditionally a Jewish holiday, it is the festival which was used by Jesus to usher in the Lord’s Supper. Come, Worship, and Experience Holy Week in a new way as we remember the captivity of the Israelites and the freedom that Christ brings. Reservations are appreciated so that a full place setting of the Haggadah is available for each attendee.
The 2013 One Great Hour of Sharing theme is “Sharing Brings Joy”
Since 1949 Presbyterians have joined with millions of other Christians through One Great Hour of Sharing to share God’s love with those in need. Your generous gifts assist those affected by natural disasters, provide food to the hungry, and assist in helping to empower the
poor and oppressed. Over the past few years, your gifts have enabled
the Presbyterian Hunger Program, Presbyterian Disaster Assistance, and Self-Development of People share the joy experienced in Christ. These gifts have helped rebuild a fishing community left in tatters in the wake of Hurricane Katrina, provided food and shelter to those affected by the devastating earthquake in Haiti, and fueled our ability to provide peace and hope to those touched by the recent shootings in Tucson, Arizona; Aurora, Colorado; and Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Many of us enjoy the abundance of God’s blessings, but by living an open-handed life and sharing these blessings with others, we can offer an outward sign of thanksgiving for the presence of Christ in our lives while bringing joy to God and to our sisters and brothers.
Our gifts will be received on Easter Sunday, March 31. Make checks payable to Providence Presbyterian Church with an indication for One Great Hour of Sharing (OGHS). Envelopes for this purpose are in your box of offering envelopes.
Music Notes from Valetta. . . During the season of Lent, the music we offer
in worship takes on a more introspective, contemplative nature. The Choir is working on some very beautiful music that will inspire during these weeks of preparation before Easter. We are also preparing special music for Palm Sunday (March 24), Maundy Thursday (March 28 at 7:30) and Easter (March 31), and I would encourage you to make these special services part of your preparation for this holy season in the church year.
Valetta
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Providence Post Gary and I want to thank our Providence family for their heartfelt sympathy
and prayers over the recent weeks. Your spiritual support has been a source of strength and we are very grateful. My father is gone but never forgotten.
In His devoted service, Terry and Gary Parson
Dear PPC Family, WOW! What a wonderful Valentine's Day gift. I
just received the 35th Anniversary Celebration Cookbook. It is outstanding and beautiful. Paul really out did himself this year.... I just love the book and as I read over it I can picture each of your faces as I see who submitted the recipes. I can't wait to start cooking on some of these yummy dishes. But, I know that Paul is really excited to start tasting some of these entries. Since I left Virginia I am getting very good at heating up in the microwave. I really need to give Cecilia Dailey extra thanks for all the help she gave Paul. She went way out of her way to make this happen for me. Hope this finds you all well and know that you always have a place to stay if you make it to Ohio. You are all welcome! Miss you all, Judy Hederstrom
Many thanks for the beautiful church flowers
delivered by Linda Barnes recently. Her visit and flowers made our day. Marjorie and Robert Watkins
Thank You for
Valentine Goodie Boxes:
Blake Birdwell -Thank God for my Prov Pres Family! Daniel Burford—Thank you so much for the goodie box. I appreciate all your thoughts and prayers…it’s also really nice to have something to snack on while I study.
Tyler Cole - Thank you so much for the care package! It was such a great surprise to get! I was amazed at how much y'all fit into it, so were my friends, haha. I miss everyone so much but know that I'm loving school too! Chris Daley - Thank you sooo much for my Valentine’s Day Box! Greatest Church Family Ever! Sarah Gilbert - Thank you so much to everyone who helped with the gift boxes! It's always such a nice surprise! Sean Grady - Thanks so much for the package! There’s nothing like waking up early to a box full of food from my church family. Allison Lindgren Dear Providence family, Greetings from the chilly Blacksburg, Virginia. Thank you so much for sending the care package. It was just what I needed to relax from my stressful, college schedule. It's always nice to be reminded that your family back home at Providence is thinking about you. Thank you again. Rebecca Lindgren - Dear Providence Friends: Thank you for the wonderful gift box I received on Valentine’s Day. It had tons of school stuff I can use and yummy goodies I can share with classmates. I’m lucky to belong to a church with so many thoughtful friends. Thank you for remembering me! Hayley Parson - I was so excited to come home to my Valentines goodie box at my front door! Yet another of the many reasons to love my ProvPres family. Joey Pennypacker - Thank you all so much for the package. It was an awesome surprise to open. Iona Sawyer— Thanks so much, Providence family for the wonderful Valentines/College box. My sister and I love the little treat every year. Hope everyone is doing well. Jennifer Ussery - Thank you so much for the Valentine's box. It was a nice treat to come home to this cold and threatening snow day!!
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Providence Post Youth Work Camp Lexington, N.C. June 2013
We are fast approaching our trip Lexington, NC. Only a few more months and we will be making a difference in the lives of families there and in the lives of our youth. This year is the first time for some of our youth to experience work camp. Sunday March 3rd a fund raiser at Ruby Tuesday’s Kempsville location will help support our work camp. 20% of your bill will be returned to the youth as long as you take a flyer from the worship bulletin. Don’t forget to let your server know that you are there to support the Youth of Providence.
Up coming fund raisers: April 27th - Aberdeen Barn Dinner at
Providence. A great dinner with all the fixing’s, sponsored again by the Aberdeen Barn, includes sliced beef, mashed potatoes, corn, green beans, macaroni and cheese, salad, bread, and homemade desserts. Cost is $10.00 per ticket. Get your tickets early as there is a limited supply!!
April 28th - Silent Auction - Homemade crafts, gift certificates, gift baskets to name a few of the items available. Stay tuned in upcoming Newsletters and
flyers at Providence for these events. Thank you for all your support of the youth in this endeavor. They look forward to sharing their experiences with you upon return and throughout the year. Further questions contact Kevin Daley at 479-5558 or mcpox2@cox.net
KINGDOM ROCK VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
Monday, July 8 - Friday, July 12 9am - Noon
At Kingdom Rock, the daily Bible Point is carefully integrated into each station's exciting activities for unforgettable Bible learning! With verses from both the Old and New Testaments, kids will learn...
- God's love helps us stand strong! - Family and friends help us stand strong! - Prayer helps us stand strong! - Trusting God helps us stand strong! - The Bible helps us stand strong!
Mark your calendar now and make plans to join us for Kingdom Rock at Providence!
Providence Scholarship Fund High School Youth who are graduating this year are
invited to submit an application for the Providence Scholarship Fund. Forms may be obtained from the church office. The application and essay must be received by Monday, April 15 so don't delay ‑‑ pick up an application today.
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Providence Post
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March 2013
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1
8:00pm Narcotics Anonymous
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3 9:00am Merry Bells
11:00am Communion
12:00pm Ruby Tuesday Fundraiser 12:15pm Blood Pressure 3:00pm NA Group 6:00pm Youth Group
4 7:00pm Boy Scouts 7:00pm Committee Chairs 7:30pm Committee Night
5 5:00pm Project Light 7:30pm Bells of Providence
6 4:00pm VA Children's Chorus 6:00pm Soup & Rolls 6:30pm Kirkmusik 7:00pm Chancel Choir
7 5:00pm Project Light 6:30pm Presbyterian Men's Dinner
8 7:00pm Miriam Circle 8:00pm Narcotics Anonymous
9 6:30pm Hockey Game at Scope
10 Daylight Savings Begins 9:00am Merry Bells 3:00pm NA Group 6:00pm Youth Group
11 7:00pm Boy Scouts 7:00pm Session - New Members Received
12 10:00am Dorcas Circle 5:00pm Project Light 7:00pm Avalon Hills Civic League 7:30pm Bells of Providence
13 9:45am Mary & Martha Circle 4:00pm VA Children's Chorus 6:00pm Soup & Rolls 6:30pm Kirkmusik 7:00pm Chancel Choir
14 5:00pm Project Light
15 Newsletter Deadline 8:00pm Narcotics Anonymous
16 9:00am Courtyard Graces
17 ODU Ministry Youth Group Trip 9:00am Merry Bells 3:00pm NA Group
18 7:00pm Boy Scouts
19 5:00pm Project Light 7:30pm Bells of Providence
20 4:00pm VA Children's Chorus 6:00pm Soup & Rolls 6:30pm Kirkmusik 7:00pm Chancel Choir
21 12:30pm PW Mission Work Day 5:00pm Project Light 7:00pm Care Team Leaders
22 8:00pm Narcotics Anonymous
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24 Palm Sunday 9:00am Merry Bells 12:15pm Hands-On-Hosanna 3:00pm NA Group 6:00pm Youth Group
25 7:00pm Boy Scouts
26 5:00pm Project Light 7:00pm A Gathering @ the Well 7:30pm Bells of Providence
27 4:00pm VA Children's Chorus 6:30pm Kirkmusik
28 6:30pm Chancel Choir 7:30pm Maundy Thursday Service
29 Good Friday VB Schools Closed for Students 8:00pm Narcotics Anonymous
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31 EASTER 7:00am Sunrise Service 9:00am Merry Bells 11:00am Easter Worship 3:00pm NA Group
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Upcoming Events Check out event details inside
Ruby Tuesday Fundraiser : Sunday, March 3
Lenten Soup and Rolls: Wednesdays, March 6, 13, 20 at 6:00 p.m.
Presbyterian Men’s Dinner: Thursday, March 7 at 6:30 p.m. Daylight Savings Time : Sunday, March 10 Courtyard Graces: Saturday, March 16 at 9:00 a.m. PW Mission Work Day: Thursday, March 21 at 12:00 p.m. Palm Sunday Worship: Sunday, March 24 at 11:00 a.m. Hands-On Hosanna: Sunday, March 24 at 12:15 p.m. A Gathering @ the Well: Tuesday, March 26 at 7:00 p.m. Maundy Thursday Service: Thursday, March 28 at 7:30 p.m. Easter Sunrise Service in the Courtyard: Sunday, March 31 at 7:00 p.m. followed by continental breakfast Easter Worship Service: Sunday, March 31 at 11:00 p.m.
Save the Date Youth Work Camp Fund Raisers
Aberdeen Barn Dinner at Providence: Saturday, April 27 Silent Auction: Sunday, April 28 following worship
5497 Providence Road, Virginia Beach VA 23464 Phone: (757) 420-6159 Fax: (757) 420-7553
Church Staff Pastor……………………………………………………………….Rev. Jeffrey Bell Parish Associate………………………………………..Rev. Tom Chadwick Director of Christian Education…………………..Donna Rae Barrow Director of Music………………………………………..Valetta Fellenbaum Organist …………………………………………………………………..John Dixon Administrative Assistant………………………………………..Karen Cagni Sexton……………………………………………………………………Melvin Jones Kitchen Coordinator……………………………………..Terrie Wichrowski Nursery Supervisor………………………………………..Michelle Wofford
NEWSLETTER INFORMATION Newsletter articles, joys, and
announcements should be submitted no later than the 15th of each month for the following month’s edition.
Please e-mail Newsletter submissions to: newsletter@provpres.org
THE SESSION
Moderator: Jeffrey Bell Clerk of Session: Jonathan Hyslop Administration Committee:
*Ashley Schroeder, Gary Parson Christian Education Committee: *George Fitzgerald, Robin Birdwell Congregational Care Committee: *Anita Matteson Fellowship Committee: *Rich Lindgren, Rose Farr Mission/Outreach/Evangelism Committee: *Sandra Rushton, Carol Hickman, Don Reid Property Committee: *Kevin Daley, Bill Bishop Worship Committee: *Tom Barrow, Brent Nielson *committee chair
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