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THE
MIDDLE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
Founded 1772
Still Serving.....2012
SCHEDULE
Sunday 9:30 AM -
Traditional Worship Sunday
10:30 AM - Coffee & Fellowship Sunday
11:00 AM - Sunday School
ANNOUNCEMENTS
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DATES TO REMEMBER
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Sunday, May 27 - Cemetery
Tour following worship
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Sunday, May 27 - Deadline
for Summer Newsletter Articles!
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Sunday, June 3 - SKY
Vacation Bible School Planning Meeting following worship
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Wednesday, June 6 - 6:00 PM -
Church Picnic @ Mammoth Park
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Monday June 11 - 12:30 PM -
Fellowship and Food
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Monday June 11 - 6:30 PM -
Session Meeting
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Saturday, June 16 - Rummage Sale
by the Helper's Guild
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Saturday, June 23 - 12 Noon -
Mission Circle Tea Party
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July 23rd to July 27th -
SKY! Vacation Bible School - Visit the new webpage for full details.
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Sunday, July 28 - Vacation
Bible School Celebration in Worship Service
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Saturday, August 25 -
Pirate Baseball Game - Fireworks Night
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Sunday, September 9 - Sunday
School Classes resume.
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NEWSLETTER:- Items for the newsletter are due Sunday, May 27.
CEMETERY TOUR - Did you know we were associated with a cemetery.
Middle Presbyterian Cemetery has been In existence since at least 1773. On
May 27th, MaryBeth Hauser will conduct a free tour you don t want to miss!
The tour will depart from the side door near the manse, following worship and
will last about 30 minutes. Bring your walking shoes. You will learn about the
cemetery, some of the historic graves and local history. Learn about the history
and legacy of Middle!
SUNDAY SCHOOL SUMMER VACATION - Sunday school will hold its final
spring session on Sunday May 20th, with "Summer Break" beginning on May 27th. We
will resume Sunday School on Sunday, Sept. 9th, with new adult curriculum!
HELPER'S GUILD RUMMAGE SALE - Will be Saturday, June 16th. If you have
items you would like to donate, please let any of the Helper's Guild ladies
know. They will also be holding a bake sale the same day.
MISSION CIRCLE FUNDRAISER - "Streak Free Microfiber Cloth" We have
just what you need for all your spring cleaning! No solutions! No chemicals!
Safe for children and pets! Cleans anything from windows to cars! Removes
everything from soap scum to tar! Machine wash. Made in the USA. Guaranteed for
five years of general usage. Only $3 each! They are available for purchase
before & after worship on Sunday mornings or contact Susan Mough. Buy one
to use during our "Hands-On" Mission
DEACONS DRIVE FOR BLACKBURN CENTER - The month of May is the Blackburn
Center Drive. This event is important because it helps many in our local
community. No matter how big or small, just know that your donation is greatly
appreciated. It all helps in a big way. Personal hygiene and toiletries are in
great need. Thank you from the Deacons
Visit the Deacons webpage for a list of donation items.
ANNUAL CHURCH PICNIC:- The annual church picnic will be at Pavilion
#12, by the lake at Mammoth Park, on Wed. June 6th, beginning at 6 pm. Bring
your own table service & a covered dish to share. Hot dogs & drinks will be
provided. Bring your fishing gear, basketball, yard games & a lawn chair. If the
weather is questionable, call Susan Mough to see if we've moved to our rain date
on June 7th. In the event of rain on the 7th, we will hold the picnic indoors at
the church. Come enjoy an evening of fellowship & fun ... rain or shine!
PINE SPRINGS CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE! - The Christian
Education Committee wants to inform campers who are going to Pine Springs Camp
this summer that a $200 (per person) scholarship is available. We are able to
offer this money due to the support & generosity of the congregation. If you
would like to participate, please contact Dale Flaherty or Susan Mough. We are
still welcoming donations to the Pine Springs jug. BLACKBURN CENTER: The Deacons
will be collecting items for the Blackburn Center during the month of May CHOIR
PRACTICE will be held on Thursday at 7pm. PRAYERS FOR U.S. MILITARY MEMBERS: If
you have a family member or friend serving in the military, please bring a
picture and info & we will post it on our bulletin board. Susie Mough will take
your info and answer any questions. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL will be held from July
22nd-27th. Pastor Linda will be leading VBS this year. Please prayerfully
consider being a part of this very important & special event at Middle
Presbyterian Church.
CALLING ALL CAMPERS - When Pine Springs Camp is mentioned at MPC, a
variety of words come to mind. Fun, fellowship, campfires, nature, hikes,
swimming, crafts, skits are just a few. Learning about God's world & spiritual
growth are achieved through all of the activities. MPC has had a wonderful
relationship with Pine Springs Camp over many years. Talk to anyone who has
attended a camp, or just taken a day trip "up the mountain" & you will hear
testaments about what a special place it is. The Christian Ed Committee.
encourages all who want to experience one of Pine Springs summer camps to inform
Dale Flaherty (724- 547- 7295 or Susan Mough(724-423-2086) by March 25th. This
is imperative if you want to receive financial aid. There is scholarship money
available for campers through the support of our congregation & Pine Springs
Camp. If you have some loose change (or paper l), please deposit it in the
"Change a Life" jug located at the front of the sanctuary. We will be dividing
up the funds we receive by the number of campers. Your generosity will be
greatly appreciated by those who want to attend this faith affirming experience.
If you need a registration form, ask Dale or Susan for one or obtain one oneline.
Please go to Pine Springs Camp website for information
www.pinespringscamp.org
NEW PAMPHLET - The Mission Circle has accepted our pastor's challenge
to take on a new "mission." In the works is the production of a new pamphlet
that will be available to visitors & given to everyone who attends our
"CONNECTION POINT," new member class. The pamphlet will provide contact
information & meeting schedules for all the pro- grams and groups within the
church. It will describe the purpose & activities of the boards & organizations.
We will be contacting church leaders to inquire how we might describe your
particular group, to insure we are publishing the correct information. Please be
thinking about the information particular to your group so that we can pass it
on to those who are curious about the inner workings & opportunities at Middle
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HELPER'S GUILD NEWS! - The Helper's Guild honors any of their members
who have a 50th anniversary, with a gift to the church, in their honor. The
McCabe's will be given two photo-scrapbooks which will be eventually filled with
many of the photos taken by Don himself. The books (partially filled) are on
display in the annex for all to enjoy. Congratulations Pat & Don!
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL - Will be held from July 22nd-27th. Pastor
Linda will be leading VBS this year. Please prayerfully consider being a part of
this very important & special event at Middle Presbyterian Church.
PIRATES BASEBALL GAME - Just a reminder ... 15 tickets are still
available for the Pirates game on Saturday, August 25. The cost is $16 each.
There will be a group of 30 depart from the church by bus. Your ticket includes
Zambelli Fireworks following the game. Contact Dave Lemmon before all the
tickets are gone!
PRAYERS FOR U.S. MILITARY MEMBERS - If you have a family member or
friend serving in the military that you would like MPC to keep in prayer, please
bring a picture along with their military info (Branch, rank etc.) and we will
post it on our military bulletin board. Any info or pictures
can be given to Susan Mough.
CHOIR PRACTICE - will be held on Thursday at 7pm.
SNACKS NEEDED - Christian Ed is looking for volunteers to bring snacks
for the fellowship time following our Sunday morning worship service. The
snacks can be bought or homemade. A signup sheet is posted on the bulletin board
by the kitchen.
FELLOWSHIP AND FOOD - On the 2nd Monday of each
month at 12:30 pm we will have a luncheon with fellowship at our church,
beginning Monday October 10th. This will be open to all members of our church.
There will be a sign up sheet on the bulletin board in the annex (this is just
so that we have an idea of how many will be joining us). This is a free luncheon
and all you need to bring is yourself.
YOUR POCKET CHANGE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE YES IT CAN
- Our church has an exciting mission - We want to make it possible for every
child, the youngest ones to the oldest to go to Pine Springs Camp! We are
putting our pocket change together to make a difference. Please help send a
child to camp this summer by dropping your pocket change in the jug! Pine
Springs Camp is a ministry of the Redstone and Washington Presbyteries of the
Presbyterian Church USA and a member of the Christian Camping and Conference
Association. Established in 1948, the camp has existed for one reason: To
provide every camper with a vital encounter with Jesus Christ that leads to
growth in Christian Faith and discipleship! Drop those coins in now, or make a
donation marked "Camping". Your support of this project will make a difference
in both a child's life and in yours! Thank you.
SANCTUARY SACKS - Sanctuary sacks are available for
children ages 2 through 8. These bags contain Christian activities to occupy
children during their time in the sanctuary. A bag will be labeled with each
child's name and they can pick it up upon entering worship. The bags are to be
returned following the service. They will be updated regularly.
MISSION
CIRCLE MEETINGS -
Mission Circle meetings in 2012 will be held the second Saturday of February, March, May,
July, September and November at 9:30 a.m. Everyone is invited to join us!
SAVE YOUR
PRINTER CARTRIDGES - The next time you change the printer cartridge in your
ink jet printer, bring the used one to the church. There is a box in the annex
to collect used cartridges. These cartridges will be taken to Pine Springs Camp
where the camp will send them to be recycled and will receive money for each
one. What an easy way to do something for the environment and Pine Springs Camp.
PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY
- Some of you may not be aware that we have in our church some folks who make
prayers shawls for those who are seriously ill. We have a very few who are still
able to knit or crochet the shawls, so it was decided that after they were
created with prayers and loving hands that they would be delivered by at least
one person from the group and anyone else who wants to join us. We have cards
that go with them and when they are delivered we explain how and why they were
made and place them around their shoulders with prayer. It is like a hug from
God.
We really need monetary donations as they require at least 4 skeins and cost
about 15 to 20 dollars. We also have a problem with certain colors and would
prefer to purchase colors we are able to work with. Because this is an important
mission of the church we ask that if you need a shawl that you ask someone in
the group and they will help you deliver it.
This is an important mission of the church.
If you need a shawl for someone who is ill, contact someone in the group and
they will help you to deliver it. Since the supply is limited we ask that
they be given to those who have serious illnesses. Over 100 shawls have
been given to individuals suffering from cancer, brain and throat tumors and
other major problems. The recipients do not need to be Presbyterians
but it would be nice if they are close enough for a personal visit.
We would be happy to
have any one of you join our group or be silent benefactors and donate money for
finished shawls. See Janet Clark, Diane Hauser or April
DePalma for details, donations or shawls to give away. We hope you will help us
with this mission project to share God’s love with others.
PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY - All interested people who like to knit or crochet
(or weave or quilt) are invited to come and learn about this caring ministry. We
will make prayer shawls for those in need of prayer and compassion. Invite a
friend and bring your yarns, needles, hooks and prayers to the church. Let us
make this an opportunity to expand our loving outreach in our community. The
Prayer Shawl Ministry is in need of dress boxes (large enough for a shawl). If
you have boxes to donate please bring them to the church or give them to Janet
Clark or Diane Hauser..
Click here to visit the Prayer Shawl Ministry
website.
THE GOOD
SAMARITAN CENTER - The Good Samaritan Center. Located at 15 Eagle Street in
Mt. Pleasant, the volunteers of the center are dedicated to reaching out to
families and individuals in our communities who are facing hard times. They try
to help them find immediate relief and also guide them into taking the steps
necessary to improve their situation. The Center is sponsored by the Mount
Pleasant Ministerium.
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BLACKBURN CENTER
Providing services for survivors of domestic violence and
sexual assault. Leading the way toward violence-free homes and communities. |
24-Hour Hotline - To reach a counselor any time of the day or night,
call:
724-836-1122 or 1-888-832-2272 Toll-free |
Administrative and Counseling Offices
For information, appointments, to make a donation, or to volunteer,
call: 724-837-9540 |
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Mailing Address
Blackburn Center
PO Box 398
Greensburg, PA 15601
website at
www.blackburncenter.org. |
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2012 COMMUNION DATES |
| February 22 |
Ash Wednesday |
| April 5 |
Maundy Thursday |
| April 8 |
Easter |
| May 27 |
Pentecost |
| July 22 |
Summer Communion |
| September 9 |
Fall Communion |
| October 7 |
World Wide
Communion |
| November 25 |
Christ the King
Sunday |
| December 24 |
Christmas Eve |
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Church Officers |
| Session |
Deacons |
Trustees |
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Class of 2012
Dave Lemmon
Leo Porterfield
Class of 2013
Dale Flaherty
Janet Reid - Clerk of Session
Class of 2014
James Vaughn - Treasurer
Sue Mough
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Class of 2012
Ruby Porterfield
Diane Hauser
Class of 2013
April DePalma - Treasurer
Danita Zider
Class of 2014
Pat Lepro
Janet Clark
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Class of 2012
Hazel Rugh
Jerome Zider
Class of 2013
Greg Higgins
Randy Weaver
Class of 2014
Bill Petrakis
Chuck Martin
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1 John 2:8 ...the true light now shineth.
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