Making Adjustments-Week 1

Sunday morning, instead of gathering everyone in the sanctuary Laura, Joyce, and I (with our expert camera operator, Jonathon) sat in the conference room and created a time of worship. The service was sent through Facebook, but was available even to people without a Facebook account. I understand that some people had more trouble than others in negotiating the interface and hopefully that can be worked out before next Sunday.

 

During the "service" we had about 73 connections and some of those were multiple people watching one feed. By noon on Monday, the video service had 596 views. Some people may have simply clicked to start the video and immediately clicked off, but others watched the whole thing. Dan commented on the English grammar of The Apostles' Creed, "From thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead." The Presbyterians adopted the English translation used in the 1662 Book of Common Prayer of the Anglican Church. Several churches, including the Anglican Church, have updated the language to more common 20th century grammar and usage, but the Presbyterians have clung to the 17th century translation.

 

But let me tell you about Dan. Dan and I were in elementary school together. I can't be this old, but he and I haven't seen each other in 50 years. Dan and his family moved before high school. By some twist in the road we just recently connected on Facebook. Dan's father was a Presbyterian minister, though not at the church I attended. I am touched that Dan was one of the 596 people to view the worship experience.

 

We will be broadcasting again this Sunday, hopefully from the sanctuary this week. The current guideline for gatherings extends through April 3. Like everyone else, we are in a wait-and-see status until then, but likely for a few weeks longer.

 

Please remember that the church office is open and Cheryl and Ben are in the building. Laura and I are working from home, but available by phone, text, or email. The Session will be meeting this week using Zoom video conferencing. Other committees will also being using Zoom for their meetings.

 

The work of the church goes on, we are making adjustments to meet these unusual circumstances.

If you missed the Sunday's worship service but would like to see it click here.

Sunday Worship Online

Giving Online or Text To Give

To give online go to  https://onrealm.org/parkwaypc/-/give/ppc  select the fund FoodBasket, Pledge, Flowers, etc. then fill out the information as prompted. This is an easy way to give. If you feel you have entered something erroneously Sue can change or delete the entry for you.  

The other option is to Text to Give. Once you text Parkwaypc to 73256 and hit the send button you will be sent a link. Click it and then you will be prompted to enter information such as fund and amount, along with credit/debit card information. This is super easy to do.

 

It's Time For Easter Food Bags!  

It's time for Easter Food Bags! Once again we are supplying food bags for the  Purple Door (women's shelter).  If you have not signed up for an Easter Bag but would still like to participate, you can donate $30 which will allow us to purchase the items needed to fill the Easter Food Bag. You can send a check to the church. In the memo line put EASTER FOOD BASKET or you can give online by going to  www.parkwaypc.org and click the GIVE tab. Choose the FOOD BASKET fund and enter your information.  Thank you for participating in the program that helps those in need. Please contact  Martha with questions.  Bags are due on April 5th. If you are giving a monetary donation please let Martha know so she can plan accordingly.

 

One Great Hour of Sharing

Lent is traditionally a season of fasting and prayer. During this time, Christians pay close attention to spiritual disciplines that deepen our understanding of what God is doing in our lives and in the world. As a church, we spend time together hearing about and praying for the ministries of compassion and justice done through our support of One Great Hour of Sharing (OGHS).

 

Jesus' ministry was among those who were most vulnerable. He preached good news to the poor and release to the captives. One Great Hour of Sharing helps us share this same good news to those same vulnerable people in our world today: those who are hungry, who are suffering from disaster, who are dealing with oppression and injustice in society. Our support of these programs are particularly needed during this time of pandemic. Every gift made to this special offering will meet the needs of people through outreach programs of the PC(USA).This offering is officially received on Palm Sunday, April 5th, but as we continue to meet virtually, you can show your support at anytime by giving to this fund online through this link. Pick "One Great Hour" in the drop down menu. Thank you for giving generously.

IWC has asked for our help with the Border Ministry. With so many asylum seekers stranded in Mexico awaiting immigration hearings there is an urgent need for some items. These are:

1.Men's small and medium boxer underwear (boxers allow for some size

   variations.

2.Women's small & medium underwear

3. Socks for men, women and children

Pat Clements and I have received Session permission to head this drive. The church office will still be open normal hours from Monday - Friday for drop-offs during the next three weeks. If you prefer to write a check please make it out to Interfaith Welcome Coalition with notation Border Ministry & drop at church office. If you do not want to go out please notify either Pat or myself and we will pick up. IWC is a 5013C charitable organization so your gifts are tax deductible. Items are being taken across the border daily in small batches with no problems by IWC workers and friends.

Thank you for any help,

Carlene Schleider, Point person for IWC

March 22 --  March 28

Iris Fielden has served for Parkway for 18 years!