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All are invited to the Third Sunday after
Epiphany at the 12:30 Single Service! Please check
facebook and the
Ark and Dove website for updated information!
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MESSAGE FROM PASTOR JON
Dear Friends and Members of Ark and Dove,
Take a minute to scroll through this edition of the e-Arkive. I think you'll notice that there is a lot going on in the life of our community in the coming weeks and months. (Despite the threat of ice and snow!) We have Name Tag Sunday, a special congregational meeting, and an Outreach and Connections gathering all on January 31st. Youth Sunday is on February 7th. Lent, with all its opportunities for gathering, group reflection, and worship, is just about here. And there are wonderful opportunities to get involved with the music ministries all the while.
Men's fellowship groups, spiritual sisters studies, Bible studies, Companions in Christ--all active and thriving! Even now, we are looking forward to Summer mission experiences, conferences, and Vacation Bible School! There is much to be excited about.
And in all this activity, I want to point out a very important meeting happening this coming Tuesday, January 26 at 7 pm: the Mission Ministry Meeting. Mission is at the very center of what we do as church, maybe the center. The proclamation of God's kingdom in word and deed is really what the church is all about. Church is a community that hears God's good news and tells it to the world in acts of justice and mercy. So if mission is so central to who we are, I invite you to come to this very important gathering this coming Tuesday.
Stay warm and stay safe this weekend, dear friends.
Peace,
Pastor Jon
jgnelson1985@gmail.com
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VERSE AND PRAYER
Jesus unrolled the scroll and found the place where it was written: 'The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to bring good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim release to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to let the oppressed go free, to proclaim the year of the Lord's favor.' And he rolled up the scroll, gave it back to the attendant, and sat down. The eyes of all in the synagogue were fixed on him.
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Luke 4:17-20
God of the gospel: Jesus boldly claimed the ancient, prophetic words of Isaiah. Freedom for those imprisoned, sight for the blind, burdens lifted from the oppressed, the promise of mercy--for all this you became flesh, all this you have done, all this you are doing, and all this you will do. Give us the courage to take these words on our lips and the strength to fulfill them with our hands. Amen.
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T'S COMING!!! This June, our Adult Choir, Children's Choir and Orchestra will perform the biggest Mass that we have ever done. I have wanted to do John Rutter's
Mass of the Children for the 7 years that I have been here, but we have not had enough people to do it. Well, I think this is our year. If you are wanting to be a part of Ark and Dove's history and collaborate to put this amazing work together, please talk to me. We'd love to have you!
Thank you so much to Stephen Bates for filling in for me while we traveled to a Georgia wedding. I know the quartet sang beautifully and Stephen did an amazing job coaching them.
Love,
Rebecca
rebeccaebell@gmail.com
With the possibility of snow coming this weekend, I hope that everyone either has somewhere safe to be, or is planning on being stationary through any inclement weather. Keep an eye on your email, but I will tell you that if there is a service to be had, I will be here Sunday, early! We are doing some very cool songs over these past couple of weeks, so I wanted to share the original versions with you - to keep you warm on the inside.
Say the Word (from Jan 24 service!)
Hold Us Together (from Jan 17 service!)
Come to the Water (from Jan 10 service!)
See you Sunday,
Mark
mark.edwards.guitarist@hotmail.com
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DONATE Online!
Per Capita Special Offering and General Donation. Many opportunities await you!
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NEW MEMBERS INQUIRERS CLASS postponed
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 Due to predicted inclement weather the NEW MEMBERS/INQUIRERS CLASS will be postponed to Saturday, February 27th, 8:30am thru 12:30pm. Please join us for a New Members/Inquirers Class where you can meet other people who have been visiting Ark and Dove and enjoy breakfast and fellowship. This "no obligation" class is just for you if you want to learn more about Ark and Dove and what it means to be a member. We'll provide breakfast and childcare. Hope to see you there! Sign-up sheet in the lobby, or email Donna Anderson, Outreach and Connection Elder, donna.anderson30@aol.com.
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
SPECIAL CONGREGATIONAL MEETING Sunday, January 31, 10:45 AM Special congregational meeting to hear a report from the Nominating Team. We'll see you there! Pastor Jon, jgnelson1985@gmail.com.
ANNUAL CONGREGATIONAL MEETING Mark your calendars! Sunday, February 21st, 6:00 - 8:00pm
To be preceded by a potluck dinner at 5:00.
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LENTEN SMALL GROUPS Lent is a time where Christians reflect on the way of Jesus to the cross. It is also a time where we reflect on our own journey on Jesus' way. This Lent we are forming several small groups studying a short guide entitled "Discipleship: The Way of Jesus." We believe this guide and these small groups will be wonderful opportunities to deepen the path of discipleship. Groups will begin to meet the first week of Lent. Sign-ups for these small groups are posted in the lobby. If you have any questions please contact Pastor Jon (jgnelson1985@gmail.com) or Linnie Girdner (lkgirdner@comcast.net).
SHROVE TUESDAY Volunteers wanted to help with the annual Pancake Supper on February 9th. If you can flip pancakes, cook up a mean bacon or can help with set-up and clean-up, please email Amy Stavely (amy@stavely.org) or Donna Anderson (donna.anderson30@aol.com) to volunteer! We will have a sign-up sheet for the supplemental items (toppings, fruit, juice) in the lobby this Sunday!
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OUTREACH AND CONNECTION MINISTRY TEAM GATHERING Sunday, January 31, 12:30-2 pm If you have an interest in assisting Ark and Dove with fellowship events, reaching out to our community to invite new people to Ark and Dove or welcoming new visitors to our church, please consider attending this gathering to plan activities for 2016. All are welcome and no experience is required--just a willingness to share ideas and volunteer your time periodically during the year to ensure our congregation is welcoming to all. Please email Donna Anderson, Outreach and Connections Elder, donna.anderson30@aol.com or sign up in the lobby at Ark and Dove. Lunch and child care (if needed) provided.
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STEWARDSHIP OF THE ENVIRONMENT
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STEWARDSHIP OF THE ENVIRONMENT
If you have Geothermal or Solar Systems in your home can you tell the church office (admin@arkanddove.org)? We are planning a forum for other church families on these energy, environmental and money saving alternatives to powering our homes. Peace of Christ, Pastor Tim, TimS10@aol.com
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CELEBRATE ARK AND DOVE FAITHFUL FRIDAY, a flashback in pictures! Have a picture you'd like to share? Send it our way admin@arkanddove.org.
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SUMMER MISSION EXPERIENCE Ark and Dove is partnering with The Center in Baltimore for another unique mission experience in Baltimore. At The Center, youth can "take part in effecting change on the ground in Baltimore's neighborhoods," learn about justice and faith, and reflect on ways we can change our community for the good of all people. We are inviting youth, grades 6-10, to a 3-4 day experience that is eye-opening and life-changing. You can learn more about the great work at The Center. Please contact Pastor Jon (jgnelson1985@gmail.com) or Christine Caufield-Noll (ccnmission@outlook.com).
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VBS @ A&D
July 31-August 4, 2016
Kim Champagne (kim.champagne@gmail.com); Pastor Jon (jgnelson1985@gmail.com)
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MISSION MINISTRY MEETING Are you interested in shaping the mission ministry at Ark & Dove? Please come to the next mission ministry planning meeting on
Tuesday, January 26 at 7:00pm in the Ark & Dove room. We'll focus on brainstorming and dreaming where we'll take our mission endeavors now and into the future. Childcare can be provided; please contact Christine as soon as possible if needed. Christine Caufield-Noll, Mission Elder, ccnmission@outlook.com, 410-960-2479.
SOUPER BOWL OF CARING STARTS NOW! Be a champion and tackle hunger with your donations to the Souper Bowl of Caring, a nationwide mission project that we have supported for 16 years. Between now and Sunday, February 7th (Youth Sunday), bring in cans of soup and place them on the platform steps in the sanctuary. Help us to reach our goal of 1,000 cans of soup! All proceeds support the Christian Assistance Program's food pantry in Odenton. Thank you! Christine Caufield-Noll, Mission Elder, ccnmission@outlook.com
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PER CAPITA FUNDING This is how Presbyterians mutually share the costs of coming together to discern the Spirit's leading for the future. These funds support the various governing bodies of the Presbyterian Church as they coordinate and evaluate mission, provide useful services to member churches, and perform necessary ecclesiastical, legislative and judicial work. It allows churches to work more effectively together and to support each other.
HOW YOU CAN HELP The
per capita apportionment for Ark and Dove this year is $34 per member (member =
adults and children who have gone through confirmation). Each church shares a covenant with their Assembly, Synod and Presbytery to pay their per capita apportionment in full, regardless of contributions by individual church members. You can help by placing your per capita in the offering plate during Sunday service or conveniently paid online at the
church website. Questions? Alta Paronto, Treasurer, alparonto@gmail.com.
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HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF THE CHESAPEAKE Please join
Habitat for Humanity of the Chesapeake and AA Interfaith Coalition for the blessing of Shirley Gordon's new home during this phase of the construction project!
Sunday, January, 31, 1:00pm at 123 Clay Street, Annapolis, MD 21401. Interfaith volunteers have steadily brought this home to the drywall stage. Before the walls go in, we'd like to take a moment to
bless the house by writing well wishes, blessings and prayers on the framework. Those sentiments will be sealed into the soul of the home forever.
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DEACON ALL CALL On
Sunday, January 31st, the Board of Deacons will be conducting their annual all call. They will be reaching out to the congregation to see how everyone is doing! Be on the lookout that afternoon for a call from your deacon. The Board of Deacons will be sponsoring another
NAME TAG SUNDAY on
January 31st. This time, name tags and markers will be located in the chair pockets and deacons will be around to help. Brian Boudreau, Moderator of Deacons, boudreaubrian@hotmail.com.
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MEN'S FELLOWSHIP GROUP The next meeting of the Ark And Dove Voyagers Men's Fellowship Group breakfast is
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2016, from 8:00am-10:00am, at the Nautilus Diner at 1709 Transportation Drive, Crofton. We will have a private room, and they are prepared for separate checks. Please share this with other men in the congregation.
As with past meetings, a member of the congregation will be making a short informative presentation. Paul Doughty has agreed to speak. Paul will be presenting "Nuclear Disarmament and Me," where Paul will be giving a personal account of his trips to Russia in the mid-1990's when he served as an inspector under the Start II Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty.
We'll also be letting you know when our behind-the-scenes visit to the Kennedy Center will occur this Spring. Please RSVP Joshua Ederheimer, joshuaederheimer@aol.com.
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WEEKLY BIBLE STUDY "I want to get to know the Bible better this year," says one member of our youth group. What a great resolution for 2016! If this is a resolution for you in this new year, I welcome you to our weekly Bible studies:
Wednesday at 10 am and Thursday at 7 pm. Come as you are, there are no prerequisites. We discern and discuss new Bible passages each week. Questions? Contact Pastor Jon, jgnelson1985@gmail.com.
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 Please keep the following people in your prayers this week:
PRAYERS OF HEALING AND SUPPORT for Dot Bruno; Sarah Stern; Kelly Burnett's sister, Colleen, and brother; Dot Forloines; Amy Stavely's grandmother, Ruby Countryman; Nora Chidlow; Florence Myers; Lester Dabbs; Briah Ryan; Melissa Beaudry's mother, Donata Zartman; Kirsten Seidler; Nancy Gatdula; Henry Duncan; Ann Hirschy; Jason DeVono; Karen Dodson's brother, Dennis; Debbie Saylor; Anne Marie Rosenthal's mother, Barbara Winkler; Christian Noll's father, Craig Noll; Les and Garry Dabbs' aunt, Dot Bobak; Rebecca Bell Echols' in-law, Robby Echols; Linnie Girdner's great nephew, Caden Girdner; Maggie Nishikawa; Pat Stanton's brother-in-law, Ken Hare; and Tammy Wright.
PRAYERS OF SAFE TRAVELS AND GOOD MISSION WORK for the Uganda medical mission trip leaving next Sunday. Vania Lauer from our church will be joining the group.
THE LOVE AND PRAYERS OF THE CONGREGATION go out to Chris and Helen Wilkens' friend's family, Pete Abelis, on his death.
THE LOVE AND PRAYERS OF THE CONGREGATION go out to the McCarron family on the death of their son Brendon McCarron.
THE LOVE AND PRAYERS OF THE CONGREGATION go out to a family whose son was run over by a truck and is struggling with recovery.
If you have prayer concerns or blessings that you would like to share, please contact Deacon Sue Hanburger at avongypsygal@gmail.com, and she will add your concern to the prayer partners email chain.
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