The Arkive: Ark and Dove's Newsletter |
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Celebrate the Fourteenth Sunday After Pentecost!
Summer Sunday School for Children and Adults
9:15 am (this Sunday, August 29)!
Virtual Fellowship, 11:45-12:15!
Outdoor Worship, 9:15 am! (next Sunday, September 5)!
Please connect on YouTube HERE
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Masks and reservations required at the indoor worship service, please.
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Please check the Ark and Dove homepage, the morning of the outdoor service, for cancellation due to inclement weather. No reservations required, but masks are appreciated.
- Please email fellowship@arkanddove.org to receive an invitation to join the Virtual Fellowship call on Zoom.
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Dear Friends and Members of Ark and Dove,
I have seen eyes begin to water over Afghanistan. I have heard an anxious tremor in the voice of a parent preparing for school. I have sensed the despair in a young person expressing their fear of climate change. I have witnessed this all in the last few days. There is deep concern about our present circumstances, concern raised by everyone in everyday conversations. I feel it too.
There is, perhaps, no better time to recommit to the practices that sustain us in difficult times: prayer, worship, and fellowship. These are the practices that sustained the faithful in times before. While our times present unique challenges, there is wisdom in the biblical sage: there is nothing new under the sun. The faithful before us endured wars, plagues, and climate crises. They prayed, worshipped, and joined together all the while. We do well to follow in their tradition while continuing to innovate.
I invite you, as the summer ends and a new season unfolds, to engage in these practices. Pray in silence or for someone who needs you to remember them--then be an answer to their prayers. Worship at home or in the sanctuary, even if you don't feel like it, because when you least expect it God will grab hold of you (or better yet, you will suddenly know that you have always been held). Gather, on Zoom or on church grounds, with those who say similar prayers, have similar doubts, and want similar things for the world. These practices will sustain us.
Please, take a look at all the invitations there are to practice your faith below, choose something--maybe anything, if you are lost. Know that in all the upturns and upheavals of this present time, God and God's people will steady you.
Peace,
Jon
jnelson@arkanddove.org
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...be quick to listen, slow to speak...
-James 1:19
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You spoke, O God, in prophets of old. You spoke in your Son Jesus Christ. You spoke in apostles and saints. You spoke in those refused voice. You still speak to us in many ways. Quicken our ears. Slow our speech, that we may not miss out on your word to us today. Amen. |
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I wanted to take a moment to thank everyone who has contributed musically to the services--indoors and outdoors, over the summer--it has been so wonderful to work and make music with people in-person. Looking forward, I'm making plans for music for the fall. If you would like to be a part of this as a chorister, instrumentalist or in some other capacity, please let me know, and I'll add you to one of my many lists! We would love to have you, in whatever capacity you feel called. This week's postlude is a jazzy waltz version of 'Amazing Grace,' arranged by Victor Labenske.
Peace,
Margaret
Director of Music
margaret.mcgillivray@gmail.com
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As cases of COVID-19 Delta variant continue to rise, please remember to follow CDC guidelines and wear a mask even though you are vaccinated, if you would like to take extra precautions. Stay safe and let's all work together to avoid the government requiring another quarantine. This week the band is playing 'Unstoppable God' by Elevation Worship. This is one of my favorite new songs that we added to our repertoire before quarantine. The hymn, 'I Will Follow' by Chris Tomlin, should be familiar for those of you who attended band-led service previously. The in-person worship still requires a RSVP, and I would like to say that it's been so nice getting to play worship music live and for people. We are still looking for any volunteers who would like to assist in the tech booth for services. Audio/visual engineer, Kevin Barrett, will be doing some training on the systems soon, and I would like to get anyone interested in those sessions. NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED!
Have a wonderful and safe week!
Pat
Director of Contemporary Music
psise11@gmail.com
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DONATE ONLINE! One-time and recurring!
TEXT your donations! 410-983-3481
Text give to get started. Text commands for more options.
Habitat for Humanity special offering: text an amount
followed by habitat.
Each of you must give as you have made up your mind, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. 2 Corinthians 9:7
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Fourteenth Sunday After Pentecost! |
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Reserve Worship Service Space HERE
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In-Person Sanctuary Worship Every Sunday, 10:30 am, we welcome worshipers of all ages, with masks, into the sanctuary with limited attendance. To RSVP to attend worship in the sanctuary, 10:30 am, please sign up HERE. No child care for now. Singing with masks on is allowed. This service will be live streamed, so most seats will be on screen for a moment or more. A limited number of off-camera seats will be available; more details will be available in the sanctuary.
In-Person Outdoor Worship Outdoor service will be held every other Sunday. Please check the homepage of the Ark and Dove website for cancellation due to inclement weather. The website will be updated the morning of the outdoor service. Out of consideration for other attenders, masks are truly welcome at the outdoor service, but no reservations are needed.
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The Parent Group will meet in person, outside, on church grounds tonight, 6:30 pm, Friday, August 27th for a n ice cream social! All parents and caregivers of newborns through college-age children, looking for others to share childcare tales, tips, and wisdom with, are welcome! Childcare will be provided (for a small shared cost) while adults chat. Will be cancelled in case of rain. Please email outreach@arkanddove.org to RSVP. |
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Sunday School and Godly Play Classes Are Starting! |
Leaders Needed and Training Dates are Set! We are so excited to begin our regular Sunday School classes starting September 19th. All classes will be held outside, and masks are required. We are still in great need of leaders to help “teach” these classes. These classes will be held during the in person/livestream worship service at 10:30. Amy Tardiff, our Godly Play leader will be conducting online training on September 2nd, 7-8:30 PM for all interested leaders. A follow up in person training will be held after service on September 5th, 11:30-12:15 to help all leaders become familiar with how and where items are kept. Please contact Sara Fox at christianed@arkanddove.org if interested.
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LOGOS is just around the corner! Logos is Ark and Dove's mid-week intergenerational program for pre-K and elementary aged children. Logos this year will be a 1 hour program from 6 to 7pm on Tuesdays. Activities will be outdoors, as much as possible, with some indoor activities (with masks) during inclement weather. Meals will not be served during Logos this fall. Middle and high school aged children will be meeting separately this year. Logos is a great way to grow your relationship with God and others at Ark and Dove. Parents and everyone interested in participating are invited to learn about the 2021 program and sign up on Tuesday, September 14, from 7:30-8:30pm via zoom. Contact Jen Roman at colored_grey@hotmail.com or Julie Devers at jbdevers@gmail.com for a zoom link or more information. We hope you can join us to learn about this awesome program!
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We are excited for Summer Sunday School outside at 9:15 am every other Sunday. Our next class is this Sunday, August 29. We will share a fun story, create a craft, and play games. Parents, you can join our adult Christian education class that happens at the same time. Any questions? Contact Christian Education Elder, Sara Fox at christianed@arkanddove.org.
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Adult Christian Education |
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Join us throughout the month of September for three sessions exploring prayer. These sessions will be useful to people who pray much or little. You may attend all three or just the ones that interest you. Each session answers a common question about prayer. Contact christianed@arkanddove.org to RSVP.
September 12, 9:15 am, in-person:
"Does prayer do anything and what do I do when I pray?"
September 23, 7:30 pm, Zoom:
"How do I find some stillness and silence in my life?"
September 26, 9:15 am, in-person:
"How do I teach my children and youth to pray?"
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Faith Seeking Understanding Book Series |
Beginning this September, the Adult Education, GLEAM, and Antiracism teams will recommend one book a month that they believe is worth reading. You will find the book title and date of discussion in the Arkive under "Faith Seeking Understanding." For additional information and Zoom links, contact christianed@arkanddove.org
September: "The Gravity of Joy: A Story of Being Lost and Found" by Angela Williams Gorrell. September 30, 7:30 pm by Zoom. Led by Achsah Callahan.
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Friendly Seniors' Zoom Meeting |
After our Thursday, September 16 meeting, 3:00 p.m., future Afternoon Tea Zoom meetings will continue indefinitely on the second Tuesday of every month at 3:00 p.m. If, once again, we go into more isolation, we may meet more often using this venue. Please let Joan Berry (joanb3rry@gmail.com or 410-672-5237) know if you want to meet more frequently. |
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New Members/Inquirers Session |
Are you new to Ark and Dove? Have you been joining worship in-person or online? Would you like to know more about the ministry and community of Ark and Dove? Are you interested in joining the church? Join us for an orientation and discussion on the morning of September 18 for all those inquiring into membership at Ark and Dove. To RSVP and get more information, please contact outreach@arkanddove.org.
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Annapolis Run for the Light House 5K |
Help support The Light House in Annapolis, a public charity working to end the cycle of homelessness and poverty, by registering for The Annapolis Run for The Light House on Sunday, September 19, 2021 (or virtually anytime between Sept. 11-19). There are options for a 1.25 mile walk, 5K run, or half marathon race. For more details and registration, please select HERE. Notify Nicole Howe (fellowship@arkanddove.org) if interested, and we'll establish a meeting place for all Ark and Dove attendees. Nicole Howe, fellowship@arkanddove.org. |
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Antiracism and Social Equity |
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Help Disaster Survivors in Haiti |
Haiti was hit by a 7.2 magnitude earthquake and tens of thousands of Haitians in the affected areas are now homeless, injured or not accounted for. The Haitian people are in desperate straits following the assassination of their President and a surge in Covid-19 infections. The newest challenge is a tropical storm that has hindered search and rescue efforts by creating additional obstacles like roadblocks, mudslides and landslides. Haiti needs our help as they face this crisis. Please share your financial blessings to support disaster survivors in Haiti HERE. Lori Kronser, mission@arkanddove.org |
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Special Offering for Habitat for Humanity |
Ark and Dove will be collecting a special offering for Habitat for Humanity through August. Habitat is one of the organizations that we have supported since the first days of Ark and Dove. We look forward to the time when we can again participate directly with Habitat for Humanity of the Chesapeake in local building projects and summer Mission trips. In the meantime, we can continue to support them financially. Mission Ministry hopes that you will consider a generous donation between now and the end of August. Donate by texting a dollar amount followed by habitat to 410-983-3481, visit our webpage, or by check. For additional information contact Lori Kronser, mission@arkanddove.org
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Please keep the following people in your prayers this week:
PRAYERS OF HEALING, PROTECTION AND SUPPORT for Ardeth Johns; Russ Hester; Vaughn Brown; Patty and Steve Plander; Margaret Floyd; Arlyce Lohr; Krista Klohr; Dotty Kaufman; Michelle Schoonmaker; Dick Paronto; Richard and Edie Budd; Carol Saylor; Amy Hagemann’s sister, Susan Pratt; Christy Hipchen's Uncle Frank; Amy Goldberg’s nephew; Mary Benson’s sister; Ryan Stavely’s father, Brian; Amy Carskadon Lifsey’s father-in-law, Bill Lifsey Sr.; Karen Dodson’s cousin, Miles, and Miles’ entire family; Grant Kirby's stepfather, Mike Michaels; Tricia Gray’s grandfather, Paul; Cliff Wellington’s sister-in-law, Myeong Wellington; Helen Wilkens' mother, Jane Reinert; Christina Nelson’s grandmother, Pat Dole; Judy Cooper’s daughter, Jessica Quigley; Paul Doughty’s mother, Ruth Doughty; Tina Anthis’ father, Steve Bissel; Camille Dubois’ parents and the Dubois family; Debbie Saylor’s sister, Christine; Todd Stubbs’ stepfather, David Hopsicker; Sue Hanburger’s daughter, Megan; a member of the Tardiff family; Dionne Whitby's daughter and niece, Jannah; Brooks Emrick and her sister, Susan; Amanda Crose’s mother, and grandmother, Betty Davis; Dotty Kaufman’s daughter-in-law, Carol, granddaughter, Sarah, and grandson Nathan; Donna Anderson's brother-in-law, Tom Brown; Steve Debus' cousin-in-law, Stephan; Kathy Miller’s sister, Beth Krauth, and brother-in-law, Jeff Miller; Lewis Shorter and Lewis Shorter’s niece, Jennifer Schwandt-Gayle; Bob Fuller’s brother, Joe Fuller; Dot Forloine’s granddaughter Melisa Tucker Saatthoff, and her great-grandson Luke; Debbie Arey’s sister, Denise; Debbie and Bruce Arey’s family in Connecticut, and their daughter, Allison; Linda Taylor’s mother, Izola; Kennon Bauman’s uncle, Dan Johnston; Amy Goldberg’s grandmother, Ruth Cooper; Christy Yeager’s mother, Linda Jordan; Linda Jordan’s niece, Bonnie; Diane Johnson's Uncle Ed, Aunt Janet, and cousin Richard; Shelley Franklin's father; Hollis Butterworth’s daughter, Rachel Mershont; Amanda Wehage’s sister and father, Dave; Laurie Barrow’s nephew, Gunther Kurtz; Sabonna Keeney’s mother; Bernabe and Griselda Solano, and Griselda's sister, Irma; Laura Doughty’s brother-in-law, Carl Hahn; Laura Willoughby's father, Norman; Ann Hirschy’s aunt, Cindy, and brother; Kelly Burnett’s nephew, Justin; Lou Kareha’s cousin, Thomas Kochis; Cheryl and Doug Walcutt’s grandchild, Gray Adacutt; Cheryl Walcutt’s sister Judy, and mother and nephew; Erika Sealing's grandmother, Margaret Schade; Lourdes Cordero's granddaughter and friends, Fred and Arelene Jones; Mike and Charlotte Davie’s friend, Dave Page; Paula Griggs’ friends Char and Jackie Pullen; Shirley and Bob Fuller’s friend Cindy Schafer; Linda Lewis’ friend, Carol Fudge; and Maren McGillivray-Stubbs’ best friend’s father, Gentry Sims.
THE LOVE AND PRAYERS OF THE CONGREGATION go out to friends and family of Robert William Johns--husband of Ardeth, father of Adell and Laura, and grandfather of Kaity, Jess, Hayden, Zach and Keno'e--who died this week.
If you have prayer concerns or blessings that you would like to share, please contact Deacon Patriceo Green at patriceobgreen@gmail.com and he will add your concern to the prayer partners email chain.
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Ark and Dove Presbyterian Church | 410-674-6400 | admin@arkanddove.org | www.arkanddove.org | 8424 Piney Orchard Pkwy. Odenton, MD 21113
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