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CONGREGATIONAL SURVEY
Last Chance to add your 2-cents to the picture of Ark And Dove's needs! The Long Range Planning Team needs your input. Please take a moment to complete the brief congregational survey located at http://conta.cc/2bndeCL. The information that we collect will be kept anonymous. For more information, please contact Tracy Churchill, tracy@churchill.net, or Wendy Wellington, swt520@verizon.net.
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MESSAGE FROM PASTOR TIM
Dear Friends and Members of Ark and Dove,
The
American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry points out that children and youth spend seven to eight hours a day viewing screens, including TV shows, movies and video games. Much of that programming in my opinion portrays values that are contrary to the teachings, life and ministry of Jesus. And remember the endless commercials.
Essential to the healthy development of our children and youth are relationships. Our programs for Children and Youth are designed to develop healthy caring Christian relationships. We value these relationships so highly that four of our five staff people work directly with children and youth every week. We value these relationships so highly that we have scores of unpaid adult disciple dedicated to working with these age groups. As the Logos and Gen-On people often say,
faith is more caught than taught, and that's why we emphasize relationships.
Sunday School and choirs for children and youth have already begun, but this week marks the beginning of Logos for children and youth through grade 8 on Tuesday evenings. And Sunday, September 25 marks the beginning of Senior High Youth Group. With 56 hours of secular screen time per week, it is essential that your children and youth build Christian relationships. It has been proven time and time again that developing the Christian faith and relationships with caring Christian adults lowers the occurrence of risky behavior in those years when youth go off on their own. I am teaching Bible Time for 3rd and 4th grade this year at Logos and Pastor Jon is teaching K-2 and grades 7 and 8. We think this is that essential. This what your generosity supports:
children whose lives and direction are changed.
And please don't tell me that soccer is just as important. Bull feathers.
This week marks the beginning of the Tuesday small group I am hosting with Steve and Cathy Debus called,
Exploring the Way an Introduction to the Christian Spiritual Journey. Sept 20, 27, October Tuesdays, November 1 and 8 7pm at the church. Last chance to sign up. I think we can fit two more.
The Winter Relief Homeless Shelter will be housed and hosted by Ark and Dove from October 10-17. Up to 25 homeless men will stay in our church each night. We partner with
Arundel House of Hope, which can share many success stories in moving men forward and upward. This is the week we begin sign-ups in the church lobby. Be sure to stop by and look over the bulletin board. This is an excellent way to exercise your faith and answer Christ's call to serve others.
Peace of Christ,
Tim
Pastor Tim
TimSStern@gmail.com
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VERSE AND PRAYERS
First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings should be made for everyone, for kings and all who are in high positions, so that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and dignity. This is right and is acceptable in the sight of God our Savior, who desires everyone to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth.
--I Timothy 2:1-4
Three Household Prayers
Holy One, when we read the newspapers and check the news on our screens our anxiety rises and our worries grow. Often our minds wonder what our world will be like for our children. Enable us, empower us, energize us to offer wonderful ministries for our children and youth; not just our biological children, but friends and neighbors, too. We pray that through the ministry done in our church that lives will be changed and that your vision for the world will come to fruition. Amen.
Faithful God, you have blessed us with the inheritance of grace that we might live as people of justice, righteousness and peace. Stir in us your power and fill us with the love of Christ, strong and true, that we may be always eager to serve your promised reign of peace. Amen.
Lord and keeper of our days, give us your rest this night. Release from us the burdens of the day. Awaken us, refreshed for your service at the dawn, upright in our praise, thanksgiving and willingness to coax the world toward your vision. Amen.
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I hope that you will mark your calendars for this Sunday afternoon! The Pentagon Winds will be giving a concert at Ark and Dove at 2pm. I have heard amazing things about this group, and can't wait to hear them! The concert is free! Invite friends and family, too.
Love,
Rebecca
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NEW MEMBERS/INQUIRERS CLASS
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 NEW MEMBERS/INQUIRERS CLASS TOMORROW Saturday, September 17, 8:30am-12:30pm. This "no obligation" class is just for you if you want to learn more about Ark and Dove. 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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MUSIC CONCERT: THE PENTAGON WINDS
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THE PENTAGON WINDS The United States Army Field Band will perform, this Sunday, September 18th at 2pm in the Sanctuary. You are invited to treat yourself, your friends, your neighbors and your family, to some exceptional music performed by some incredibly talented musicians! Questions? Please contact Suzanne Wiese, suzanne.m.wiese@gmail.com.
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LOGOS: CHILDREN AND YOUTH PROGRAM
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LOGOS! Our mid-week children and youth program, LOGOS, kicks-off on
Tuesday, September 20th. PreK through 4th grade meets from 5 pm to 7 pm and 5th through 8th grade meets from 6 pm to 8 pm. Carpooling options are available! Friends are welcome. Contact Pastor Jon (jgnelson1985@gmail.com) for any questions.
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YOUTH GROUP All high school youth are invited to Sunday night youth group! We begin
Sunday, September 25. We'll meet in the sanctuary at 5pm and meet for games, study, food, and more until 7 pm. Bring a friend! Contact Pastor Jon for any questions. (jgnelson1985@gmail.com)
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MIDDLE SCHOOL YOUTH RETREAT
The Baltimore Presbytery is hosting a middle school retreat in Quarryville, PA on October 21-23. The theme of the retreat is "7 Habits for the Highly Effective Teen." The retreat focuses on fun, fellowship, and spiritual growth for all middle school youth. We are planning to join several other churches for what will be a really great weekend. Please contact Pastor Jon if you are interested (jgnelson1985@gmail.com).
Deadline for registration is September 25th.
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WINTER RELIEF At the Winter Relief team leaders' meeting, we viewed a TED talk by author and journalist Becky Blanton entitled, "
The Year I Was Homeless." We found her
story to be similar to some of the stories we've heard over the years from Winter Relief guests, specifically those who are experiencing homelessness while still working. I encourage you to take a few minutes and
view the video yourself. Her themes of invisibility and hope will stay with me as I interact with our guests during our Winter Relief week. Questions about Winter Relief or want to know how to help? Please contact coordinators Sue Hanburger (avongypsygal@gmail.com) or Brooke and David Hisle (brookehisle@gmail.com).
~ Submitted by Christine Caufield-Noll, Mission Elder
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THE WAY-WORDS
Ark and Dove's biblical story-tellers! Ever wanted to share the stories of the Bible as an
artiste? If you are interested in doing so, the Way-Words are having their first official meeting in the Ark and Dove room at 6pm on September 23rd. We will be discussing what readings we will be sharing with the congregation, and possibly begin practicing. If you have any questions about the group, please contact Anthony Saylor at anthonys1111@aol.com.
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MEN'S BREAKFAST We're excited to announce the next Ark And Dove Voyagers Men's Fellowship Group breakfast,
Saturday, September 24th, 8:00am-10:00am, at the Nautilus Diner in Crofton. We will have a private room, and they are prepared for separate checks. Please RSVP Josh Ederheimer, joshuaederheimer@aol.com.
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COUCH TO 5K RUNNING GROUP
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A&D C25K Are you wondering what this whole running craze is all about? Want to explore the spirituality of running? Or do you just want to get fit? We are putting together an Ark and Dove Couch to 5K running group this fall. Interested? Contact Pastor Jon (jgnelson1985@gmail.com).
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SENIOR GROUP SURVEY Have you lost the link? Well, here's one more chance to get connected!
https://form.jotform.com/62284945477974. We've heard from quite a few of you self-defined seniors, and we're excited to hear from more! Keep the excellent ideas coming! Joan Berry, berry962@verizon.net / 410-672-5237 or Frances Keyes, FRKeyes1005@gmail.com, 410-874-7253.
Let us consider how we can stir up one another to love. Let us help one another to do good works. Hebrews 10:24
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Join Us in the Conversation
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ANTI-RACISM AND SOCIAL EQUITY NEWS The Anti-Racism & Social Equity Team invites you to join the conversation,
Sunday, October 2nd, 7:00pm - 8:30 pm. Sign-ups in the lobby and childcare provided on request. Questions? Paula Sparks (trebleclef48@gmail.com)
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Facilities ~ New Heat/AC Unit
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FACILITIES MINISTRY EQUIPMENT UPGRADE The 1995 rooftop HVAC heat/cool (7.5 ton) unit for the lobby and 7 rooms, operating at 50% cooling capacity since mid-June, was replaced Monday with a new
York unit using environmentally friendly and more efficient R-410A refrigerant. Total bill to be around $9,200, paid from the Green Projects fund. (Thank you for your generous donations to the Building Fund.) Mike Davie got to watch a large truck crane move old and new equipment between an open truck in the parking lot and the upper flat roof. One smaller 1995 split unit was replaced after cooling failure in 2013. The 10 ton Sanctuary main unit, one of two remaining 1995 units, could be the next HVAC replacement need. Our other five units should last at least 10 more years. Mike Davie, Davie1020m@aol.com.
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EVENING GRIEF GROUP The next meeting of the Healing through Grief small group will be on
Thursday, October 6 from 7:00 - 8:15 pm in the Ark and Dove Room. Anyone who has experienced the loss of a beloved family member or dear friend, no matter how recent or long ago, is invited to attend. No sign up needed, though it is appreciated. Drinks will be provided. The group is facilitated by Pastor Tim and Linnie Girdner. For more information contact Linnie Girdner at 410-999-7892 or Lkgirdner@comcast.net.
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 PRAYERS OF HEALING AND SUPPORT for Kelly Burnett; Abbey Boudreau; Lester Dabbs, who is in hospice care; Cassie Saliby; Janet Dabbs; Marie Shorter; Logan Talbert; Laura Talbert; Debbie Arey; Laurie Barrow and her father and mother; Dot Bruno; Nora Chidlow; Florence Myers; Ann Hirschy; Chip Burnett; Mary Benson; Dot Forloines; Henry Duncan; friends of the Stantons, Pat Smith and Gary Finzel; Helene Marchand-Stancil; Helene Marchand-Stancil's parents, Paul and Mimi Marchand; Ray Mosella; Briah Ryan's friend, Holly Robbins; Kenji Nishikawa's mother, Juanita Frizzell; and Amy Gist's daughter, Maggie.
THE LOVE AND PRAYERS OF THE CONGREGATION go out to the Dabbs family on the death of their cousin, Sharon Stormer.
THE LOVE AND PRAYERS OF THE CONGREGATION go out to the Stanton family on the death of Pat's brother-in-law, Ken Hare.
THE LOVE AND PRAYERS OF THE CONGREGATION go out to the Valentin family on the death of Johanna's father, Ramon Valentin.
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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