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All are invited to the 3rd Sunday of Easter! Come witness and celebrate the commissioning of our Stephen Ministers at both the 9:30 am Traditional and 11:00 am Contemporary Services.
   
     
 
MESSAGE FROM PASTOR JON

Dear Ark and Dove Friends and Families, 
 
This Sunday, at both services, our congregation will commission five Stephen Ministers. These loving and dedicated people have been in training since the fall and are now ready to begin their caring ministry at Ark and Dove. As our first class of Stephen Ministers, these caring individuals will enable Ark and Dove to be an even more compassionate community.

The Stephen Ministers commissioned this Sunday are Laurie Barrow, Vaughn Brown, Kelly Burnett, Denise Grassel, Gail Huff, and Mary Stum. For months, they have been preparing under the careful leadership of Kelly Burnett. They have studied and practiced skills in such areas as wrestling with difficult feelings, crisis intervention, asserting oneself with gentleness and firmness, grief, life transitions, and many other topics that have equipped them to help those experiencing the difficulties of life. And still, their learning is not done. They will continue to learn about new topics in bimonthly meetings. I am so thankful for their dedication and for their gifts of caring and listening.

After their commissioning, these Stephen Ministers will be assigned to care for our congregation and community, working with those of us who are experiencing such life crises as hospitalization, retirement, financial setback, the loss of a loved one, or any number of other problems people face in daily life.

Please join us in praying for these Stephen Ministers this Sunday and on a regular basis, that they might be encouraged in their ministries.

 
Peace, 
Jon
Pastor Jon
jgnelson1985@gmail.com
 

 
HOUSEHOLD PRAYERS

I am the good shepherd. I know my own and my own know me. --John 10:14 

God of compassion: In Christ Jesus, you care for us as the shepherd cares for sheep. You know us deeply. You know us well. Because of this, you care for us in the ways we need it most. May we know you in the great and small ways we are cared for this day. Clear our hearts and minds, that we might be attentive to others. And, in getting to know those around us, lead us to love them in the ways they need it most. Amen.

Stephen, full of grace and power, did great wonders and signs among the people. --Acts 6:8 

Giving God: You gave Stephen gifts in order to share your care and compassion with your people. You also gave Stephen the ability to speak boldly with love. We are each given gifts to care for others, though they are many and diverse. Awaken us to that which you have given us, so that the world may know your love. Give us the courage to speak the truth in love, wherever it needs to be spoken. Amen.



 
 
TES FOR YOU

 
I am anxiously looking for instrumentalists who play the oboe, bassoon, clarinet, or double bass. Do you or someone you know play any of these instruments? Would you be interested in joining us for our cantata, Mass of the Children by John Rutter? This coming week, we will be deep into rehearsals for our cantata (the orchestra won't rehearse for a few weeks still).

In addition to the orchestra and youth choir, I am also putting together a group of high school/middle school aged youth to sing as well. Rehearsals will begin this week and this group will meet from 5:30-6:15 on Thursdays. The cantata is June 12th. Please get in touch if you'd like to be a part of this incredible work!

Love,
Rebecca 
rebeccaebell@gmail.com   


The LOGOS school year came to a close this past Tuesday, and now it is time for the long wait until conference!  However, we have some wonderful music events planned for the interim months to keep everyone's spirits high!  So, for all youth who are interested in being a part of worship - you don't have to wait until LOGOS starts again in September - feel free to join us anytime!

God bless,
Mark 
mark.edwards.guitarist@hotmail.com


 
Giving! It's Convenient!
 
ELECTRONIC PLEDGES
ELECTRONIC PLEDGES - KEEPING UP WITH THE TIMES QUICK AND EASY GIVING! In keeping up with the times, Ark and Dove has two electronic methods for your convenience.
  • Eliminate monthly reminders to bring in your pledge.  Set up automatic payments (electronic funds transfers) for your pledge. (electronic funds transfer, form and more information available online HERE)
  • Out of checks? That's okay, you can pay online.  Donating online from the church website is easy. Click HERE to get to Ark and Dove's website page for online donations.
This Sunday, April 10th, our Discipleship Elder, Amy Carskadon, will be available in the lobby after both services to assist those wishing to turn in an electronic funds transfer form. Don't forget your canceled check! For questions, contact our treasurer, Alta Paronto, alparanto@gmail.com  
 
GIVING STATEMENTS
GIVING STATEMENTS First Quarter Giving statements will be available in the church lobby this SUNDAY, APRIL 10th.   
 
Deacons Corner

DEACONS MEALS
Please consider joining the Deacons in providing loving care through the simple gift of meals to our extended families in need.  This kindness is greatly appreciated at a time when meal preparation is difficult or impossible.  We have needs for families of 2 - 5 members. Perhaps you prefer not to cook, but would be willing to assist  by delivering, which is also greatly appreciated!   If you are able to prepare and/or deliver food, please contact Bill Gaurin billg.deacon@gmail.com or Judy Cooper jkcooper@umd.edu 

 
DONATE Online!
Per Capita Special Offering, General Donation and One Great Hour of Sharing. Many opportunities await you!
            

Children, Youth and Young Adults

FUNDRAISER FOR YOUTH
CALLING ALL PET LOVERS! This is the last week to vote in the first ever ARK and DOVE PET IDOL CONTEST! Votes can be made for your favorite pets by paying $1 per vote throughout the length of the contest.  There is no limit to how many votes you can cast and yes... you can max out your votes in favor of your pet.  The PET IDOL WINNER will receive a $50 gift card and unlimited bragging rights for at least the month of April!  The contest will run through Sunday, April 10.  Last chance to support our youth and show off your beloved pet.   Nicole Howe (Nicolehowe123@gmail.com).        
MIDDLE SCHOOL AND HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH INVITE
DINNER, CONCERT AND GAMES All High School and Middle School Youth are invited to a concert/event with David LaMotte this Saturday, April 9, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Woods Memorial Church in Severna Park. David LaMotte is a nationally known musician/storyteller/peacemaker, who has an especially strong message about faith and transformation. A group of us from A&D will carpool, meeting at A&D at 5 PM. Dinner will be provided. This event is being sponsored by our Presbytery cluster, the Bay Area Disciples, and is open to all Presbyterian youth and their friends. Contact: Pastor Jon, jgnelson1985@gmail.com.  

CHURCH YARD SALE


CHURCH YARD SALE
Youth Fundraiser for summer youth mission and summit trips.  Bring your stuff in starting Sunday, April 17th.  Drop it off in the Calvin room. Yard Sale set up starts 4pm Friday, April 22nd.  Sale is Saturday, April 23rd, 8am-12noon.  For questions, contact: Wendy Wellington, swt520@verizon.net.
PARENTS' NIGHT OUT
PARENTS' NIGHT OUT Saturday, April 16th! Drop your kids off at the church from 5pm to 9pm for fun games, crafts, movies and more! Dinner will be served! $20 for the first kid, $15 for each additional kid! Register ONLINE at https://form.jotform.com/60882773764974 or the sign-up sheet in the lobby!  See Wendy Wellington if you have any questions or if your youth would like to help out! (swt520@verizon.net, 410-923-3814)  This fundraiser helps support the Youth summer mission and summit trips.


Ark and Dove Activities

RACIAL RECONCILIATION
RACIAL RECONCILIATION Save the Dates!
 
  *  On Friday, April 29th at 7pm, we will be showing and discussing SELMA: One Dream Can Change the World.

 *  On Wednesday, May 11 at 7pm, Associate Pastor Jon Nelson will present on "The Cross and the Lynching Tree : Coming to Terms with Racism in Coming to the Cross."
 
*  Sign-ups in the lobby!



If you are interested in joining the Race and Reconciliation Team to plan future events and/or facilitate discussions, please let one of us know. Linnie Girdner (Lkgirdner@comcast.net, 410-999-7892) or Paula Sparks (trebleclef48@gmail.com, 443-623-1169) co-leaders, Joint Ministry Team on Race and Reconciliation.
 
BANNER GROUP
BANNER GROUP Do you sew? Would you like to share your gifts with the church? This Monday, April 11th at 7pm the Banner Group will be meeting in the Ark and Dove room to talk about creating Banners and Paraments, and mending Banners. Please sign up in the lobby. If you have any questions please email Debbie Saylor debsaylor1@aol.com.   
 
FRIDAY NIGHT WOMEN'S DINNER


FRIDAY NIGHT WOMEN'S DINNER
will take place on Friday, April 15 at Hana Japanese in Odenton at 6pm. Any questions please contact Claire Henderson, clairehndrsn@yahoo.com. Sign up ONLINE or in the lobby. 
 
FAITHFUL FRIDAY
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.   


Worship 2009

Community News

DAVID LAMOTTE EVENTS AND WORKSHOPS
DAVID LAMOTTE EVENTS AND WORKSHOPS Nationally Known Singer, Musician, Peacemaker, Speaker and Author, David LaMotte is coming to a church or place near you.  Plan on attending one of the following - you won't want to miss him!

All events are sponsored by the Bay Area Ministry Group of the Anne Arundel area Presbyterian Churches.

INTRODUCTION TO SONGWRITING - a Workshop for Musicians (both amateurs and professionals). THIS Saturday, April 9, 1:30 - 2:30 PM. At the Metropolitan Kitchen and Lounge, 2nd floor sound-stage, 169 West St. Annapolis.

This is a creative interactive workshop on how we craft lyrics and shape a song to flow.  Bring your instruments if you wish.  There is a suggested donation of a canned good to benefit the Lighthouse Shelter or a $5.00 donation to benefit the Annapolis Musician's Fund for Musicians (AMFM)

PEACE AND JUSTICE MAKING - ADULT EDUCATION Sunday, April 10,  9:30 - 10:30 AM. At First Presbyterian Church of Annapolis, 171 Duke of Gloucester St. Annapolis, MD.

David LaMotte will lecture on how we can help our congregations become instruments of Peace and Justice. There will be time for questions and sharing.
 
PEACE, JUSTICE AND MISSION David LaMotte will also be available for book signing at this event (books will be available for purchase). Sunday, April 10, 3:00 - 4:30 PM. At Christ Our Anchor Presbyterian Church, 1281 Green Holly Dr. Annapolis.

Geared toward Peace and Justice Committees, Mission Teams, and anyone who has a heart for creating a world of peace, justice, and righteousness. David will perform, speak and be available to sign books following the event.  Light refreshments will be served. 

Prayer Concerns

PRAYER CONCERNS
PRAYERS OF HEALING AND SUPPORT for Laura Talbert; Amy Tardiff's aunt, Francis Sylvia; Mary Benson; Carol Baily; Barbara Reynolds; Norma Forgrave, Minnie Bradley; Dot Forloines; Pete Robinson; Dot Bruno; Aimee Schafer; Kelly Burnett's sister, Colleen, and brother; Nora Chidlow; Florence Myers; Lester Dabbs; Briah Ryan; Nancy Gatdula; Henry Duncan; Ann Hirschy; Jason DeVono; Karen Dodson and her brothers, Dennis and Ron;  Christian Noll's father, Craig Noll; Helene Marchand-Stancil's parents, Paul and Mimi Marchand; Les and Garry Dabbs' aunt, Dot Bobak; Pat Stanton's brother-in-law, Ken Hare; Marlene DeHaven; Jim Lewis; Emily and Sydney Smith; Shelly Franklin's father, Arlo and sister Terri; and Joan Berry's son, Erik.

THE LOVE AND PRAYERS OF THE CONGREGATION go out to Claire Henderson and the Buller family on the death of Rob Buller, Claire's uncle.

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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Odenton, MD  21113
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