Weekly Eblast
Hodges Boulevard
Presbyterian Church
October 9, 2018
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Sunday, October 14, 2018
9:00 a.m. Contemporary Worship
10:00 a.m. Education Hour
11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship
Psalm 22:1-15
Mark 10:17-31
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The Limits of Human Ability
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Scout Sunday
Please welcome our Scouts and their families!
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Dear Hodges family,
Your staff here at the Hodges Church are all in the throes of making lots of plan for the rest of the year, and it’s some pretty exciting stuff, most of which you are fairly well informed about … but, just in case you’re not, I will name a few – FALL FESTIVAL, WHICH IS OCTOBER 20; a new pictorial directory (your new pastor is going to be SO grateful!!); our stewardship season (more on that next week); and, of course, Thanksgiving, Advent, and Christmas. There has been one big change for the Advent season that we want to go ahead and let you know about right now so you can put it on your calendar.
In years past, we’ve had Hanging-of-the-Greens on one date and Advent Family Night on another. This year, we are putting the two together and planning a bunch of fun things for families to do together, including our now famous Chili Cookoff (start researching those recipes now!) and a delightful time for the children to gather around for a special reading of the Christmas story. It is shaping up to be fun-filled night and we hope you will write the date in INK on your calendar: Saturday, December 1, 5:00-7:30 p.m. Please come!
And, while you’ve got your calendars out …
Let me give you a couple more dates to be aware of in regards to Wednesday night suppers and programs. Since Halloween falls on Wednesday this year, there will be no supper or program that night (October 31). There will be no supper/program on November 21, because it’s the day before Thanksgiving (and we know you’ll be out there somewhere basting a turkey!), and since the Advent Family Night is on December 1, there will be no supper/program just prior to that on November 28. The last supper and program for the year will be December 12. Suppers will then resume on January 9, 2019. (Admittedly, it feels kind of weird writing **2019** already!)
I wasn’t kidding when I said we are doing some serious planning! If there are activities you are particularly interested in that you would like to help with, we have lots of slots for volunteers! Like Monty Hall always says – COME ON DOWN!!
In the meantime, we ask for your continued prayers as we journey through this busy season, that we might be blessed in all that we do to God’s glory!
GOD IS GOOD ALL THE TIME
AND ALL THE TIME GOD IS GOOD!!!
Your servant and friend,
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Wednesday Night Dinner and Program (B.E.A.C.H. Nite)
is in need of a regular
Coordinator of Volunteers:
ITS SUSTAINABILITY IS AT STAKE
For a number of years, the Hodges family has been blessed with a handful of faithful servants who have tirelessly volunteered in the kitchen – and we couldn’t be more grateful for their help and their endless smiles!!! At the beginning of the summer, we lost our elder for Fellowship, and as of September, our kitchen ladies have hung up their aprons and joined the ranks of those who come for the dinner and program. Unfortunately, we have been unable to find a replacement volunteer coordinator. We now find ourselves in the position that for this ministry to continue, we need to identify someone who has a heart for this activity and is willing to coordinate the effort. MAYBE WE HAVEN’T ASKED THE RIGHT PERSON??
Would you be willing to serve your church in this way?
What would this look like?
You make sure there are enough volunteers to staff the kitchen, and you coordinate the efforts to take care of the checklist of necessary tasks to be accomplished, which will be provided. This is a simplified description, obviously, but many hands make light work.
Currently, there are serving elders who are stepping in to organize this effort each Wednesday night, but they are not a permanent solution, so we are asking: Are YOU called to serve?
Please be in prayer about this rewarding opportunity, which is also an urgent need, and if you feel the Spirit giving you a little nudge, please call Cindy in the church office. In the meantime, hear these words from the Apostle Paul in addressing the Church in Corinth:
“I give thanks to my God always for you because of the grace of God that has been given you in Christ Jesus, for in every way you have been enriched in him, in speech and knowledge of every kind — just as the testimony of Christ has been strengthened among you — so that you are not lacking in any spiritual gift as you wait for the revealing of our Lord Jesus Christ.”
(1 Corinthians 1:4-7)
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Tween News
Thank you for your service to the church. These young people were teachers of the adults this week. They processed into the church with a flying dove (to remind us that God wants us to be at peace with others around the world), and with flags representing many of the countries also celebrating World Communion Sunday.
All of us are proud of their service this last Saturday and Sunday. Those participating included Dante Blunt, Seth Bergeron, Abby Harrell, Eva Harper, Lily Morgan, Isaiah Newland, and Felicity Phillips. Thank you again for your help!
A very special
THANK YOU
also goes out to Alice Harper, who lead the baking of the bread, and Ann Marie Newland, for her help with every aspect of the project!
Mark Your Calendars
Wednesday, October 31
No classes or dinner
Sunday, November 4
Tweens are going BOWLING!!
Third-Fifth graders are invited to bring a sack lunch and join us right after the 11:00 a.m. service.
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Reservations must be received by 3:00 p.m. Monday for the following Wednesday night dinner!
Click here to sign-up using our church website:
Or call the church office at 904-223-6922 or
Wednesday, October 17
Dinner 5:30-6:15 p.m.
Program 6:30-7:30 p.m.
$5 adult/youth, $3 children, $15 family
Seared Salmon, Rice Pilaf, Oven Roasted Vegetables, Garden Salad, and Dessert
Children's Menu: Hotdogs and French Fries
Adult Program:
“Living the Question”
with guest speaker Jamie Hoener
Children’s Program:
”Living the Faith Brick By Brick”
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THERE WILL BE NO
B.E.A.C.H. NITE DINNER
OCTOBER 31
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Visitors' Welcome
Sunday,
October 21, 2018
Have you considered becoming a member of HBPC?
Join us next Sunday after the 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. services for refreshments on the left side of the sanctuary near the pond. You will have an opportunity to meet our Evangelism Mission Team, find out about the activities and goals of our church family, and ask questions about joining the HBPC family.
We look forward to seeing you there!
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If you would like to order your copy of
Presbyterians Today 2018 Advent Devotional
please contact the church office by October 28. The cost is
$3.50 per book for orders fewer than 10 and $2.50 per book for orders of 10 or more.
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God Lifts the Lowly
During this holy season of Advent, we are invited to pray and contemplate with Mary in her Song of Praise — the Magnificat — found in Luke 1:46-53.
This year’s devotional is very special. The paintings and poems are the work of Andrew Weatherly, a young Presbyterian man born with Down syndrome, who uses his gifts to raise awareness of the capabilities of those with special needs. The rest of the text — reflections and prayers for each day of Advent — is the joint work of Donna Frischknecht Jackson, pastor and editor of
Presbyterians Today
and sister to a man with special needs, and Krin Van Tatenhove, also a pastor who is father to a special-needs son. With great love and joy, Andrew, Donna and Krin bring God’s might and Mary’s “yes!” to life in powerful new ways.
Perfect for congregations, families and individuals, each day provides a Scripture excerpt, meditation and prayer to deepen the Advent experience.
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Please submit any information you want published in the November/December Newsletter prior to October 15
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HBPC Pictorial Directory
DID YOU KNOW . . . ??
. . . that each person or family who has a photo taken for the new pictorial church directory will receive a complimentary 8x10 picture?? And you choose your favorite of all the poses that are taken at your sitting! There will be some discounts available to you at the time of your appointment, as well. You will not receive a directory unless you have your picture taken.
Photos will be taken:
October 25 (1:00-8:00 p.m.)
October 26 (1:00-8:00 p.m.)
October 27 (10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.)
We hope there is a time during those hours that will be perfect for you!
There are 3 ways to make your appointment:
1) Call us at 904-223-7878
2) Click the link below:
3) Sign up on Sunday mornings between 10:00-11:00 a.m. in the Narthex
Thank you for your support of this project! Please call us with any questions!
Scott & Karen Nichols
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Calendar
Tuesday, October 9
9:00 am Painting Class
11:30 am Staff Meeting
6:30 pm Endowment Meeting
7:00 pm Deacons Meeting
Wednesday, October 10
7:00 am Bibles & Bagels
9:15 am Women's Bible Study
4:30 pm And the Story Continues
5:30 pm B.E.A.C.H. Dinner
6:15 pm Program
6:15 Youth Homework & Hangout
6:15 pm Living the Faith
6:30 pm Traditions Choir
Thursday, October 11
6:00 pm Outreach Meeting
Sunday, October 14
Scout Sunday
9:00 am Contemporary Worship
10:00 am Education Hour
11:00 am Traditional Worship
6:00 pm Mid & Sr High Youth
Monday, October 15
6:30 Scouts
Tuesday, October 16
9:00 am Painting Class
11:30 am Staff Meeting
12:00 pm PW Afternoon Circle
6:30 pm Kensington HOA
7:00 pm PW Evening Circle
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Remember In Prayer....
Tom Abbey, Mary Alderman, Bob and Pam Benson, Charlotte Berglund, Gale and Elaine Boylan, Kelly Bean, Bryce Cockerham, Glenn Conner,
Lary & Gerry Cook (friends of Judy Klein)
, Brian Dickens, Charles Gaines (Debbie Abbott's father), Jose Gonzalez, Carl Heldwein, Bob Hiller, Carolyn and Tom Hopper, Dave Keim, Hiram Lomanto, Dorothy Martin (Brad Russell’s mother), Nancy (Linda Martin's friend), Katie Meredith, Jack Moore, Josh Moore, Gloria (Jim Morton's mother), Kathy (Larry/Glenyce Payne’s daughter), Merrylin Opendo, Ray Paul (Amy Zalusky’s father), Nolan Perret, Betty Phillips, Mary Plante (Matthew's mother),
Tim Salisbury (Tammie Wright's father)
, Roger (Judy Schuler’s brother), Robin Soergel, Catherine and Bill Trask
(Names added this week are in bold.)
PNC
Maryellen Beiletti,
Wezi Blunt, Chris Gesdorf, Ryan Gulick, Alice Harper, Tod McVey, Bruce Neu
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The Youth had a great weekend with Mid-High Bowling and a Home Gathering for the Senior-High! The plan is to have a fun night out the first Sunday of each month so stay tuned for next month’s details! A special thank you to all the volunteers that have come together recently and helped out as we continue to build our program!
Reminders:
Sunday School
meets week from 10:00 to 10:50 a.m. Senior High meets in the Youth Room, and Mid High meets in the Sunrise Room.
Youth Group
is on Sunday evenings from 6:00-7:30 p.m. Most weeks we will gather in the Youth Room for dinner, games, a devotional, and break out groups for Senior and Mid High. Other times we will enjoy some special time off campus.
Wednesday evenings
we are ready to do Homework and Hangout at 6:15 p.m. after the Wednesday night dinner! Join us in either the Youth Room or Sunrise Room for a casual time to hangout and maybe even get a little work done!
If you have any questions or want to RSVP for a special event, please contact Kim Ross: 2ufgators@gmail.com or 904-631-7727 (text preferred).
Parents are also keeping up with events and signups through GroupMe. We have used this on mission trips in the past and it is a great way to share information quickly. If you are a parent and not already connected, please contact Kim Ross to be added.
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Sunday, November 4, 2018
2:00 p.m.
CROP WALK for HUNGER is an annual outreach activity sponsored by Church World Services to feed people globally. Seventy-five percent of funds raised will be dedicated world-wide, while 25% will stay locally with the Arlington Community Service food bank.
The walk will take place at the Ed Austin Park at the north entrance of the 1.75 mile walking track. Registration will be on site at 1:30 p.m. and all participants are asked to bring a jar of peanut butter for ACS food bank.
Anyone sponsoring walkers should make checks payable to Church World Service.
This is a great event for family or youth! For more info contact Pastor David Lee at Highlands United Presbyterian Church at
904-641-9622.
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Feed the Youth!
Help support the youth of HBPC by feeding them on Sunday night at Youth Group! They like tacos, pasta, burgers, fried chicken, sandwiches, and just about anything else you can think of!
Food is served from the kitchen at 5:55 p.m. for about 15 people. The church provides all paper products and flatware, and there is ice and lemonade available, although you are welcome to bring another drink if you would like.
If this sounds like the ministry for you, click on the link below and sign up for a date!
Currently we have a need for October 21, 2018 and additional open dates in November.
If you have any questions, contact Lauren Grady at 904-509-1619.
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Betty's Buddies
will meet
October 11, 2018
11:30 a.m.
at
The Fish Company
725 Atlantic Blvd.
Lunch will be in commemoration of
Betty Sowder's Birthday
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Saturday,
October 20
3:30-6:00 p.m.
Do you have a canopy or tent we can use?
We also need cakes and baked goods for the cake walk!
Contact Chris Cavan
904-642-0147
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Shoebox “Packing Party” at our Fall Festival on October 20 3:30-6:00 p.m.. Church members and festival guests will be asked to fill a provided shoebox with gift items the Outreach Team has already purchased - toys, hygiene items, beanie babies, socks, etc. Be a part of the assembly line; demonstrate the joy of giving to underprivileged children. Read more on Operation Christmas Child at:
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phone: 904-223-6922 email: hodges@hbpcusa.org
website: hbpcusa.org
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