Weekly News For
Point Pleasant Presbyterian Church
January 19, 2020
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Please Note:
Some of you may have recently received an email message from Pastor Osy requesting assistance. This email is a hoax and did not come from him or his email.
Please delete or report the message.
Thank you.
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Prayer Concerns This Week
"First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions,
and thanksgiving be made for everyone, so that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and dignity." 1 Timothy 2:1-2
The Prayer person
for the week is Jacquelin Woods. Let us be prayerfully aware of Jacquelin as well as all our members and friends.
Prayer Concerns:
The family of Ronald Reister (Brother-in law of Joan and Ron Panuska), Karen Hornbeck, Marilyn Powell.
Long term concerns:
Joan Auge; Jacob Basilotto; Tim Carroll; Jonathan Hofstetter; Ed Jung; Brett Lambie; Mary Ann Leach; Despina Koch; Mary McSweeney; Jacob Mendelsohn; Leigh Millar; Melissa Millar; Donna Monica; Dale Norby; Geoff Reilly; Bill Shoppell; Ed Shrum; Linda Lee Smith; Ralph Smith; Ginny Zimmerman; those struggling with addictions and mental illness.
Military
: Sarah Davis Brown; Morgan Daniels Colberg; Michael Fahey III; Robin Fiorentino; all those in our nation's service.
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Presbyterian congregations all around the country are turning to Jesus’ parables in the 25th chapter of Matthew as a way to prioritize and focus their work in their local communities.
Matthew 25 has been issued as an invitation to all PC(USA) churches to serve boldly and to make the world a just one for generations to come. Some of the actions that Jesus highlights in his teaching include things that faithful disciples we have been doing all along, like feeding the hungry, clothing the naked and visiting the sick and imprisoned. The challenge these days is to take the next step to explore the root causes that create much of the suffering and injustice in our communities, societies and the world.
As our guest preacher reminds us this Sunday that “We Are Called to Be Disciples,” I reflected on the areas of discipleship that the Presbyterian Mission Agency has suggested as important areas of engagement that have the potential to bring people with different views to work together for the common good. The three focuses of discipleship are: building congregational vitality, dismantling structural racism, and eradicating systemic poverty.
I can think of a few additional issues that we can also tackle that could strengthen our witness, help our churches to become a more relevant presence in the world, and improve the future of generations to come. As the Session reviewed the proposed action steps that the last 2 years of the New Beginnings Process have suggested, it is not hard to see how several of our proposed initiatives have wide-ranging applications that will allow us to show the love and compassion of God as we seek to follow the way marked out by our Lord, Jesus Christ.
I am confident that the Spirit is guiding us and will give us the vision and the courage to be the most effective disciples we can be.
Pastor Osy
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Blanket Sunday
Coming together to cover our neighbors
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For many years, Point Pleasant Presbyterian Church has been helping to keep our neighbors warm by providing blankets to families here in the United States and around the world through Church World Service Blanket Program.
Watch the above video and see how CWS Blankets were used this past Summer in Dayton. Ohio.
"I think People don't normally think blanket's in the summer,
but they really met a great need."
On Sunday our church has an opportunity to provide hope to many families by providing a blanket. For only 10 dollars, you can give a blanket that can provide warmth and shelter, comfort and privacy, and healing and hope wherever God's people may need care. We have so much to share, so please give generously. Thank you.
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Our January PW Dine Around is this week at the Flaming Grill and Buffet in Brick. We begin at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 22. The Flaming Grill is located at
2770 Hooper Ave, Brick (The plaza behind the Outback Steak House). The buffet price is $13.49 per person.
If you are a woman who has never joined Dine Around for dinner you are more than welcome to give them a try. The Dine Around has the most welcoming ladies who would love to get to know you.
For questions or to reserve a space at the table call Maggie Giaise, 732-295-0908, or Lynn Hahm at 732-920-7133. Don't hesitate to join them if you had not called. PWs know how to make room for other PWs and their friends!! See you there!
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The following highlights are from the January 14, 2020 Session Meeting.
- Approved continuing the same pledge as in 2019 for the General Assembly, Synod and Monmouth Presbytery Projects as our 2020 Monmouth Presbytery Mission Pledge.
- Approved the 2019 Annual Report, including the 2020 Budget, that will be emailed to the congregation in advance of the Congregational Meeting on January 26, 2020. Hard copies will also be available by January 19, 2020.
- Approved funding for Carnival Night on January 31st for Personnel Committee’s expenses. Games, food, music, and a cake walk will be held in Wilton Hall from 6:00—8:00 PM. Fun for the entire family!
- Session learned that Abby Davis will be leaving her position at PB Prep Preschool to pursue a new opportunity. Alayna Gaydos will be staffing the Nursery during worship services taking the position previously held by Melissa Philips. We are grateful for Abby and Melissa’s care of our children.
- Worship Committee Chairperson, Diane Manzo, is consolidating teams of ushers for a new schedule. Contact her if interested in serving as an usher.
- Reverend John Nolan will be preaching on January 19 in Pastor Osy’s absence.
- Approved celebrating the Lord’s Supper on the first Sunday of the month, except for April 5th. Communion will be served on Maundy Thursday and on Easter Sunday. Palm Sunday Brunch will be served in Wilton Hall on April 5 following Worship.
- Thanks were offered to Nancy Stout for planning and coordinating a very successful 2019 Christmas Day Dinner. Donna Wittmann was designated as the Coordinator of the 2020 Christmas Day Dinner.
- Church World Service Global Offering for blankets and tools will be received this Sunday, January 19th.
- The date for the discussion of White Fragility, led by the Social Justice Group, at Elder Lynn O’Hara’s home has been changed to February 27th.
- The Pastor Nominating Committee plans to present the Ministry Information Form to Session for their discussion and approval at a Called Meeting on January 26th at 8:45 am before Worship.
- The House Party at Valentine House will be held on February 9th.
- Volunteers are needed to lead worship at Creste Point on the fourth Sunday of each month. Give a half hour of your time, sharing hymns and devotions with very appreciative residents there, and be blessed!
- Approved the New Beginnings Action Plan which will be distributed and presented to the congregation in the near future.
- Rev. Osy Nuesch has been asked to preach at the Presbytery Worship Service in Allentown Presbyterian Church on Tuesday, February 25, 2020. James McGuire will represent the Session at this time.
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Annual Congregational Meeting and Report
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The Annual Congregational Meeting will take place on Sunday, January 26 at 11:00 a.m. The Congregation will elect the Nominating Committee (for the election of officers), and conduct any other business that may properly come before the Congregation.
Parents may pick up their children from Sunday School after the meeting.
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Social Justice and New Book Club
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The next Social Justice group meeting will be Tuesday, Jan 21st at 7 pm in the Fellowship Office.
The book discussion has been moved up a week from what was previously advertised. We will now meet on Thursday, January 27th
at 7 p. m. at the home of Lynn O'Hara. If you are interested in attending please speak or
email
Lynn O'Hara
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What Do You Know?
A New Year in Sunday School
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As we begin a New Year, we look forward to learning new things and meeting new people. The most important person we can know is God. Of course, we'll never know all there is to know about God, but we can know God best through Jesus, who showed us how much God loves us.
While studying passages from the New Testament about Jesus' early life, we'll highlight:
- Knowing God is the most important thing.
- If you want to know God, start with Jesus.
- Discovering what’s in the Bible can help you make the wise choice.
- If you don’t understand something about God, ask.
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The Worship Roster for January - June was emailed this past week.
This roster include the names of people serving as liturgists, musicians, communion servers and ushers. Updates of ushers and communion servers will be sent out in a few weeks. Hard copies of the roster are available in the Narthex and office. Please call the office at 732-899-0587 if you would like a copy mailed to you.
Everyone is reminded to let the office know of any substitute (name and date of service) arrangements that have been made so the names in the bulletin are correct each week.
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Coming Soon 2020 Directory
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A basic (non picture) directory will soon be available. Please let the office know, as soon as possible, if you have any updates to addresses, phone numbers (including eliminating your home phone number) or email. You can
email
or call Kim in the office with your updated information. Act now for the directories will be out by the end of the month.
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Winter Carnival Family Fun Night
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On January 31, 2020 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. come join other families and friends in the Education Annex for a great night of family fun.
The Personnel Committee is sponsoring a Winter Carnival Family Fun Night face painting, cake walk, crafts, sack races, carnival games and food including a hot dog bar, music and contests.
Fight the winter blues by joining in the fun and games. Be sure to invite your neighbors and friends to join us. Never underestimate the power of inviting someone to church.
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News From Point Beach Prep
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The Point Beach Prep Open House to register for the 2020/2021 school year will be January 25th, 9 am - 11 am.
Church members listed in the Directory may register in advance on Friday, January 24th 9-12. There is half off the registration fee of $100 if you register on this day or at the Open House.
Point Beach Prep is an early learning center for children 2 1/2- 6 years old where children are encouraged to play, create, imagine and solve problems. We promote kindergarten readiness. We make learning fun, while building self esteem and a positive attitude toward learning! Point Beach Prep Preschool offers morning and Pre-K afternoon programs, along with an optional extended lunch hour.
Please call Director Devlin House at 732-701-9900 or email pointbeachprep@hotmail.com with questions!
Be sure to stop by the North Hall Gallery to see the Point Beach Prep Art Show which has art projects from all of our students. The show runs until January 29th.
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Upcoming Birthdays This Month
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Jan 19 Ann Lappke
Jan 20 Lauren Braaten, Mary Beth Schroeder
Jan 21
Jan 22 Michele Cleveland, Trevor Sellman, Londa Scarpone
Jan 23
Jan 24
Jan 25 Luke Akins, Jason Braaten, Christopher Muraglia
Jan 26
Jan 27
Jan 28 Connor Durante
Jan 29 Blake Birdsong
Jan 30 Michael Fanizzo
Jan 31 Donna Ferry, Charlie Paradise
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Church Calendar For The Week
Visit our full Church Calendar on our website for a complete and up-to-date
calendar.
Sunday, January 19
10:00 a.m. - Worship/Chancel Choir
10:00 a.m. - Sunday School Begins in Worship
11:00 a.m. - Coffee Hour, Chittick Lounge
Monday, January 20
Point Beach Prep Closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Tuesday, January 21
10:00 a.m. Busy Hands, Fellowship Room
7:00 p.m. - NA, Wilton Hall
7:00 p.m. - Social Justice Group, Fellowship Office
Wednesday, January 22
9:00 a.m. - Women's Breakfast, Rainbow Diner
6:00 p.m. - PW Dine Around Flaming Grill and Buffet in Brick
7:30 p.m. - Troop 6
Thursday, January 23
8:00 a.m. - Men's Breakfast, US Subs, Point Pleasant
4:00 p.m. - Brownie Troop 1443
5:00 p.m. - Junior Troop 360
7:30 p.m. - Chancel Choir Rehearsal
Friday, January 24
Saturday, January 25
9:00 a.m. Point Beach Prep Open House
Sunday, January 26
8:45 a.m. - Called Session Meeting
10:00 a.m. - Worship/Chancel Choir
10:00 a.m. - Sunday School Begins in Worship
11:00 a.m. - Congregational Meeting, Sanctuary
2:30 p.m. - Creste Point Rehabilitation Service
Upcoming Events
Choral Bells First Rehearsal for the New Year - January 27
IHN Arriving for the week - February 23
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Klondike Derby Goes
Medieval
Next weekend Troop 6 will be hosting the Klondike Derby for the entire Jersey Shore Council. Scouts will travel back to a time of castles, knights and dragons and the traditional sleds of the Klondike Derby will be replaced with chariots. This fun event will be at the Citta Scout Reservation in Barnegat and hundreds of Scouts will be in attendance.
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Contact Us
Pastor
The Rev. Osvaldo Nuesch, Interim Pastor -
Email
Office Staff
Kim Gaydos, Church Secretary -
Email
Donna Ferry, Financial Secretary -
Email
Music Staff
Sara Hoey, Organist -
Email
Melanie Chambers, Chancel Choir Director -
Email
Morgan Sarbello, Choral Bell Director -
Email
William R. Shoppell, Jr., Music Director, Emeritus
Christian Education Staff
Devlin House, Point Beach Prep Preschool Director -
Email
Frank Perkowski, Sunday School Coordinator -
Email
701 Forman Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
(Corner of Bay and Forman Avenues)
Church Office: 732-899-0587 Fax: 732-899-2946
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