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| A hillside covered in early-spring snowdrops found during a retreat hike. |
Dear families,
The church staff was away at the beginning of week for our annual planning retreat. We had productive days, thoughtful conversations, plus some laughs, as we reflected on this program year and planned for the next. My main "take-away" from the retreat (beyond a healthy to-do list) was gratitude -
gratitude for a couple of differently-paced days, gratitude for the privilege to work with you, the families of God, and gratitude for the presence of the Holy Spirit in our community of faith. I pray you also have a sense of gratitude for God's faithfulness in your life and our community these Lenten days.
Parents, don't forget! Adult Education begins at 9:30 AM (rather than 9:15) during Lent. We have four weeks remaining in the
Questioning Jesus series. It's not too late to become "linked in for Lent." Come hear Shane Berg teach on the passages from Luke that Pastor Dave is preaching and the Small Groups are discussing.
Finally, Vacation Bible School registration is up and going. Woo hoo! Keep reading for information on this year's theme and how to sign up your children.
in shared ministry,
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Take Home Questions
March 24
1. How does it feel to be invited to a party?
2. How does it feel to find out that a party took place, but you weren't invited?
March 31
1. What do you do when you know you've done something wrong or hurt someone's feelings?
2. What do you hope will happen when you do this?
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| Ice cream outing at March Club 3·4·5 |
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Club 3·4·5 - last round
Friday, April 26
5:30 - 7:30 PM |
Last round for the year includes a special "sending ceremony" for 5th graders.
All 3rd, 4th and 5th graders welcome.
Bring friends!
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All-Church Retreat
Memorial Day Weekend
Friday, May 24 - Sunday, May 26, 2019
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Church family vacation. Save the date. Don't miss out!
NorthBay
is located 2 hours south on I-95 on the northern tip of the Chesapeake Bay, just over the Maryland state line.
- Retreat begins with dinner on Friday, May 24, and ends after lunch on Sunday, May 26. Families are also welcome to stay at NorthBay through Sunday afternoon and continue to enjoy facilities and setting.
- Group headquarters will be the Guest House, a waterfront lodge with 11 private bedroom/bath combos, a large kitchen, living room, plus a private beach(!) Bunk rooms adjacent to the guest house are available for additional sleeping space.
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Dr. Christy Lang Hearlson, Professor of Practical Theology at Villanova University, will return to lead the weekend.
Registration deadline - Monday, May 6
Questions?
Email or call me (609-924-0103 ext. 108). Scholarships are available.
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Introducing Vacation Bible School 2019....
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Monday, June 24 to Thursday, June 27
9:00 AM - noon |
A despised man, a jealous brother, an impatient judge, a fearless widow and a frustrated host. Jesus' uses the stories of very (extra!) ordinary people to teach us about our extraordinary God. Come to VBS and be part of the ExtraOrdinaryStory.
Vacation Bible School
Age 3 to rising grade 6
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
PresbyCamp
The fun and fellowship continues for older children with a mission focus. PresbyCampers go on field trips and engage in local mission projects.
Rising grades 4 - 6
12:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Choir 3·4·5 sings this Sunday, March 24, 9:15 AM
Please get robed and meet in the sanctuary at 8:45 AM.
We will be sharing "A Lenten Love Song".
Carol Choir sings March 31, 9:15 AM
We will wear robes and share "God Is Here With Me".
Ask your chorister to give you a preview.
Looking Ahead...
Palm Sunday is April 14
We'll sing at both services and have plenty of palms to wave!
With gratitude for our church family,
Ingrid
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