Message from our Pastor
This week will find me in Cuba, visiting with the Presbyterian Church in Placetas. Some of you will remember Xiomara who was with us in worship in September: we will be staying in her home. This is not a hammer and nails kind of mission trip, but more a pilgrimage where we allow ourselves to be ministered to by Christians who live in a very different political and economic system. We will worship with them on Sunday, accompany them as they go out to the little farming community of Copay to conduct a worship service, and visit in the homes of some of the older folk. They too think of the church as family, caring for one another in ways both practical and spiritual. Having made this trip many times over the last ten years, it has come to feel like family for us also. Please include them, and us in your prayers - myself, my husband John Potter, our son-in-law John McCormick, and Wendy Kunz from the Presbyterian Church in Woodbury, NJ.
NLP
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Third Grade Bibles
Presenting Bibles during Worship to our third graders is a long-held tradition at Christ Our King. This year, Bibles will be presented during the 11:00 am Worship Service on October 22. If you have a third grader and have not been contacted from someone in Christian Ed, please contact the church office.
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Annual Winter Coat Drive
Once again, Grace Presbyterian Church, pastored by Rev. Tanya Wade, will be distributing coats through their food pantry to those in need. Our coat drive began last week and will conclude on November 12. The following items would be appreciated:
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Coats, sweaters, and hooded sweatshirts in new or
gently
used condition (laundered or recently dry cleaned with zippers that work).
* All sizes from newborn to plus size adult.
Look for collection containers in the Narthex and by the church office. If you have questions, please call Bonnie Ballard at 410-420-8373. Thank you, in advance, for your support and contributions.
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The Giving Boxes
The food drive to collect non-perishable food for our Giving Boxes in underway. Following is the schedule for the next several weeks:
October 15 Cranberry Sauce (14 oz) or
Turkey Gravy (10 oz. can)
October 22 Instant Mashed Potatoes (13 oz)
October 29 Stuffing (6 oz)
November 5 Corn Muffin Mix (7 oz)
The Weekly Food Collection schedules are available at the Welcome Desk. Food donations may be placed in the shopping cart by the Giving Boxes table in the Narthex.
Mark you calendars and watch for more details:
October 30 Giving Boxes Committee Meeting
November 1 Giving Boxes Fundraising at McGerks
November 18 Giving Boxes Assembly Day
November 20 Giving Boxes Distribution Day
Marlene Butler and Sharon Smith
Co-chairs, Giving Boxes 2107
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Giving Boxes Fundraiser at MaGerk's
Wednesday, Nov. 1
5:00 - 10:00 pm
10% of all dinner receipts will be donated
to Christ Our King's Giving Boxes Project.
MaGerks Pub and Grill
120 S. Bond Street, Bel Air
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Nominating Committee - Request for Assistance
The Nominating Committee is requesting your prayers, thoughts, and assistance in identifying those people at Christ Our King who would like to do God's work in the capacity of Deacon or Elder.
Please contact the Church Office by phone or email (
[email protected]) to communicate to the Nominating Committee persons that you feel may be interested in serving Him in this manner. This could be a friend, family member, acquaintance, or yourself. For more information on the duties of both Deacons and Elders, please contact the Church Office.
Deacons - As defined in the Book of Order - "The ministry of deacon as set forth in Scripture is one of compassion, witness, and service, sharing in the redeeming love of Jesus Christ for the poor, the hungry, the sick, the lost, the friendless, the oppressed, those burdened by unjust policies or structures, or anyone in distress." The Deacon's are structured to do ministry through the Deacon Family Ministry Plan in which each deacon is assigned several families to connect with throughout the year. The Deacons are charged with making sure that the needs of individuals in the congregation are met.
Elders - As defined in the Book of Order - "Together with the ministers of the Word and Sacrament, they exercise leadership, government, and discipline and individually and jointly, strengthen and nurture the faith and life of the congregation committed to their charge". The Elders chair each of the various ministries of the church and act as the governing body of the church.
Elders meet on the second Tuesday each month. Deacons meet the third Tuesday of each month.
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Mom's Mornings
Held the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month at 10:00 am in the Library. Come join with Pastor Neta to share the joys and frustrations of being a Mom. We will use "Finding Joy in All You Are" as our study guide. Our first meeting will be held on October 25.
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Kenya Partnership Meeting
Calling all of those who have traveled to Kenya, shown support, or who are otherwise interested! There will be a meeting of the Kenya Partnership Ministry on Wednesday, October 18
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at 7 pm in the Library. We will be talking about next steps for the partnership.
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Happy Hearts Luncheon
On October 11th, twenty Happy Hearts seniors met in the Genesis Room for a time of fellowship around the tables. A special tribute was given to the memory of Terri Johnson, who coordinated Christ Our King's ministry to our seniors for many years. After a delicious lunch, a very information presentation about the recycling program in Harford County was given by Wendy Doring, Recycling Program Manager, Maryland Environmental Service.
Next Happy Hearts luncheon will be held in December. Watch for the date.
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Adult Sunday School
The Apostle Paul - The Man and his Message.
9/17 - 11/5
Facilitator: Sam Polack
This class will not meet this Sunday, October 8.
Please join us for our class entitled: The Apostle Paul - The Man and his Message. This class is based on the book
The Call: The Life and Message of the Apostle Paul
by Adam Hamilton. You do not need to purchase the book to participate in the class. The classes will be built around video segments in a DVD that accompanies the book. Each week there will be a very short overview of the chapter, some pre-video thoughts (things to think about while watching), viewing the video segment, and a handful or so of follow-up discussion questions
focusing on the transfer of the content to our lives and where we in our personal journey.
Each class will also have several passages from the bible shared as recommended by the Leader's Guide. Please bring your background experience and wisdom to add to our discussions.
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A Chance for Your Voice to be Heard
Thank you to all who took the time to send me such thoughtful answers to these three questions (if you haven't had your say, there is still time) -
How would you describe Christ Our King to a first time visitor?
What are the 1-3 things that make our church unique?
What do you think should be the 3-5 goals for our congregation?
NLP
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Leadership Training Event
Leadership Training Event
"Deepening Discipleship: An Intergenerational Approach"
Presented by the Susquehanna Parish Ministry Group on Saturday, October 21 from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm at First Presbyterian Church in Bel Air.
This training is for all members of the Churches in the Baltimore Presbytery and is a great opportunity to explore some new ideas and sharpen our skills. For more details and registration information, see the flyer in the bulletin this Sunday.
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CoOp Preschool Fundraiser
You can support Christ Our King Co-Op Preschool
We are now selling discount cards to area merchants! Cards cost $20/each and can be reused multiple times until October 2018! Contact Amy Markland - [email protected].
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Youth Group News
Christ Our King Youth Group is back to regular meetings and sharing the word of God!
I am collecting paperwork for the new year. Parents please fill out the youth registration forms, so I will have them for the entire year.
Coming Events:
October 13 (Friday) 6:00 pm Road Trip to the Corn Maize at Beachmont. We will meet in the Church parking
lot at
6 pm
and drive together (price $11.00).
RSVP
(yes or no)
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Passport - Danville, VA - June 24-29, 2018:
This is the week!
This year if younger siblings want to attend youth group and the venue is appropriate - they are welcome to attend. If you have questions - please contact me.
Joanna Reagan
, 443-903-6541
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Giving
The Finance Ministry thanks everyone for their support of Christ Our King. The numbers below reflect giving through the offering plate and Electronic Giving:
Week of October 9,
2017:
General Fund:
Weekly Amount Needed:
Designated:
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$ 8,950.15
$ 9,200.00
$ 5,053.00
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8:45 am Worship
9:45 am Sunday School for All Ages
9:45 am
Coffee Hour
11:00 am Worship
TUESDAY
(October 17)
7:00 pm Deacons' Meeting
WEDNESDAY
(October 18)
9:30 am Book Club
7:00 pm Kenya Partnership
Meeting
THURSDAY
(October 19)
4:00 pm COK Hosts the Welcome One Emergency Shelter
7:00 pm Choir Rehearsal
8:30 am Bell Choir Rehearsal
SATURDAY
(October 21)
8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Susquehanna Parish leadership Training
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Upcoming Weeks
October 22
Presentation of Bibles to Third Graders during
11:00 am Worship
Healing Service 12:15 pm
New Member Gathering
12:15 pm
October 24
Missions Ministry Meeting
7:00 pm
B.U.I.L.D. Meeting
7:00 pm
October 25
Mom's Mornings - 10:00 am
October 28
Time of visitation with Laurie Neeper's family
2:00 pm
Service of Remembrance for Laurie Neeper
3:00 pm
October 29
New Members Welcomed during Worship
October 30
Giving Boxes Committee Meeting
November 1
Giving Boxes Fundraiser at McGerks 5:00 - 10:00 pm
November 5
All Saints' Day Observed at COK
November 18
Giving Boxes Assembly Day
9:00 am - noon
November 20
Giving Boxes Distribution Day
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Laurie K. Neeper
April 26, 1945 - October 1, 2017
October 29, 2017
Time of Visitation with her family - 2:00 pm
Service of Remembrance
3:00 pm
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