First Presbyterian Church of Jacksonville

CHURCH STAFF

Church Office: (501) 982-2876

Rev. Debbie Freeman .. .. .. .. .. Interim Pastor
Gail Phillips .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. Secretary
Mary Jane Fischer .. .. .. Chancel Choir
Kathie King .. .. .. .. Nursery Attendant

Summer Celebration 2010

THE SESSION

Wendell Phillips .... Clerk of Session

Class of 2011

Duke Monroe

Kelly Moss

Margot Sheets

Class of 2012

Donna Ellis

Glenn Fiscus

Monica Matthews

Class of 2013

Gail Archer

Mary Lee Schultz

David Horn

Committees:

Administration -- Gail Archer, Mary Lee Schultz

Mission -- Donna Ellis, Margot Sheets

Program -- Monica Matthews, Kelly Moss, Glenn Fiscus

Finance -- Duke Monroe, David Horn

Jeff was signed up to an attempt of 100 miles in the 2011 Tour de Rock in June. He made it 50 miles before his bicycle had a mechanical problem that could not be repaired on the fly ...

WE ARE PART OF ...

Presbytery of Arkansas and the Synod of the Sun

Now we are part of CLUSTER IX!!

The Mission Committee would like to thank all who gave to the mitten tree. Thirteen scarves, nine hats and thirty nine pairs of mittens/gloves were taken to a local women's shelter.

MUSIC PRACTICES

REHEARSALS --- YOU are needed. Please come join us!
Handbell choir rehearsals are every Monday night at the church starting at 6:30 p.m. (see calendar)
Chancel Choir practices are held every Wednesday night at the church, starting at 6:30 p.m. (see calendar)

It is not too early to be thinking about Summer Camp 2012 at Ferncliff. Check out all their news along with camp descriptions, lots of pictures, and registration forms at www.Ferncliff.org.

What is Cents-ability?

Cents-ability is a strategy for raising awareness - and funds - for the fight against hunger. Cents-Ability is a small first step in the battle against hunger and poverty. The Mission committee invites all members of all ages to contribute a few cents at every meal. This simple act is an expression of thanks for what we have received. It is also a commitment to share with others in response to Jesus' command "You give them something to eat." Cents-Ability originated in 1976 as "Two-Cents-A-Meal," a project begun by Presbyterian Women to involve individuals and families in a corporate response to world hunger. The Cents-Ability containers are located on your table each potluck.

Prayer Chain! What is that? - It is a group of people throughout our church who pray for specific needs, joys, healing, and comfort for our church family as well as friends of our church family. Often, the most successful projects are the sum of many people contributing a little of their time and talents.

If you think you could share a little of your time to be a part of this ministry, please contact either Gail at the church office or Ruth Kimmel to express your desire. This service usually requires that you make one phone call - guidance is provided and your contribution is greatly appreciated.

Also, if you know of a situation that you would like to see added to our prayer chain, call the church office or fill out the Prayer Request form on the Pastor's Page so we can make your concern, joy, sickness, etc. part of the "chain" in this prayer ministry of the church.

Congratulations to Steve Evans and his Arkansas Road Kill volleyball team .. they won the silver medal at the Huntsman World Senior Games in St. George, Utah. The team went 14-4 to advance to the championship game.

ONGOING: Property and Maintenance is requesting the help of church members and friends in noting problems with the cleaning of the church. Please write a note identifying the "issue" that needs attention and submit it to the Property and Maintenance committee members or the church office. There will be a walk-through at least once a month to address these issues. Thank you for your help.

Didn't get a chance to join the Presbyterian Village Auxiliary during the membership drive?? You can join ANY TIME during the year. Mail your membership to PV Auxiliary 6512 Westover Dr. Little Rock, AR 72207-3444. Basic membership is just $10.00!

MARK YOUR CALENDARS: The Arkansas Presbyterian Pilgrimage (formally Cursillo) will be held at Ferncliff on April 26-29, 2012. Presbyterian Pilgrimage is a faith renewal program for individuals. Its goal is to have a positive spiritual impact on the individuals, and thus, on the environments in which they live and work. Pilgrimage is a short course in living the Christian faith. It is designed for Christians, to strengthen their faith, and to provide them with a framework for continued spiritual growth within their church and in the world. For more information go to www.pilgrimage-arkansas.org or the Presbytery website (www.presbyteryofarkansas.org).

Take a look on the stage the next time you are in the Fellowship Hall. A lovely piano was donated to the church by Pam Mathews. The church appreciates the generosity of the Mathews family!