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Celebrating Christ with open minds, loving hearts, and serving hands.
We believe that we strengthen the body of Christ by embracing diversity,
working for justice, and serving our neighbors.
We have suspended all in-person church activities and closed the church office until further notice. We will continue to monitor church email and phone numbers, so please call the office at (336) 288-5452 or email the office with pastoral care needs or other assistance. We will update the congregation and this notice when plans change.
All are welcome!
These are normal worship hours. All services, meetings, and classes are currently canceled.
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Please follow along with the music and verses for Children's Sunday in the emailed bulletin
Today's scriptures are Matthew 25 1:13
Worship Service for Children's Sunday October 18th 2020
"Be Prepared to Wait" Dr. David Cagle
Anthem:
Arise, the kingdom is at hand,
The King is drawing nigh;
Arise with joy, thou faithful band,
To meet the Lord most high!
Look up, ye souls weighed down with care,
The Sovereign is not far;
Look up, faint hearts, from your despair,
Behold the Morning Star!
Look up, ye drooping hearts, today,
The King is very near;
O cast your griefs and fears away,
For lo, your help is here!
Hope on, ye broken hearts, at last
The King comes in His might;
He loved us in the ages past,
When we lay wrapped in night.
Arise, the kingdom is at hand,
The King is drawing nigh;
Arise with joy, thou faithful band,
To meet the Lord most high!
Look up, ye souls weighed down with care,
The Sovereign is not far;
Look up, faint hearts, from your despair,
Behold the Morning Star!
Look up, ye drooping hearts, today,
The King is very near;
O cast your griefs and fears away,
For lo, your help is here!
Hope on, ye broken hearts, at last
The King comes in His might;
He loved us in the ages past,
When we lay wrapped in night.
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A NOTE FROM THE PASTOR
October 15, 2020
“Children’s Sunday In Worship”
“Truly I tell you, whoever does not receive the Kingdom
of God as a little child will never enter it.” (Mark 10:15)
Children were very low in the social order of 1st Century Palestine. Not only should they not be heard, but for the most part, they should fade into the woodwork and not be seen either. But not with Jesus. Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me.” (vs. 14) This Sunday we will be led by our children in worship, and I sure hope you will come to our virtual service with your ears ready to listen, for our children just might remind you to reclaim your child within so you can receive the kingdom.
I have, however, been asked to preach the sermon. This week’s scripture reading is Matthew 25:1-13, The Parable of the Ten Bridesmaids. It is yet another confusing parable that leaves you with more questions than it answers. What is this parable about? Why are some bridesmaids declared wise and others foolish? And what message does this parable have for the church today?
Finally, a word of caution: As you probably have heard before, be very suspicious if you receive an email from me or any staff member saying, “I’m in a meeting. Would you do me a favor?” This is a fake email from someone who is trying to trick you. All our staff emails will come from @guilfordpark.org. The fake emails are always from an email address that may bear my name or another staff member’s name, but it is not our email address. If you ever have any doubt, call us directly to be sure.
In Christ’s Service,
David Cagle
Interim Pastor
COVID-19 Funeral Policy for GPPC
The policy regarding funeral/memorial services at Guilford Park has been approved by the Session. For the moment, during this COVID-19 crisis, we will have graveside or Columbarium services only, with attendance by family members – currently 25 or fewer people. We will have community memorial services at a later date.
This policy seems to be consistent with the policies of local funeral homes, like Forbis/Dick and Hanes/Lineberry. They generally recommend either no visitation or limited visitation; graveside services with the family or in small groups; and live streaming services from the funeral home chapel, again noting the current 25 or fewer indoors, and 50 or fewer outdoors policy of the state.
“Truly I tell you, whoever does not receive the Kingdom
of God as a little child will never enter it.” (Mark 10:15)
Children were very low in the social order of 1st Century Palestine. Not only should they not be heard, but for the most part, they should fade into the woodwork and not be seen either. But not with Jesus. Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me.” (vs. 14) This Sunday we will be led by our children in worship, and I sure hope you will come to our virtual service with your ears ready to listen, for our children just might remind you to reclaim your child within so you can receive the kingdom.
I have, however, been asked to preach the sermon. This week’s scripture reading is Matthew 25:1-13, The Parable of the Ten Bridesmaids. It is yet another confusing parable that leaves you with more questions than it answers. What is this parable about? Why are some bridesmaids declared wise and others foolish? And what message does this parable have for the church today?
Finally, a word of caution: As you probably have heard before, be very suspicious if you receive an email from me or any staff member saying, “I’m in a meeting. Would you do me a favor?” This is a fake email from someone who is trying to trick you. All our staff emails will come from @guilfordpark.org. The fake emails are always from an email address that may bear my name or another staff member’s name, but it is not our email address. If you ever have any doubt, call us directly to be sure.
In Christ’s Service,
David Cagle
Interim Pastor
COVID-19 Funeral Policy for GPPC
The policy regarding funeral/memorial services at Guilford Park has been approved by the Session. For the moment, during this COVID-19 crisis, we will have graveside or Columbarium services only, with attendance by family members – currently 25 or fewer people. We will have community memorial services at a later date.
This policy seems to be consistent with the policies of local funeral homes, like Forbis/Dick and Hanes/Lineberry. They generally recommend either no visitation or limited visitation; graveside services with the family or in small groups; and live streaming services from the funeral home chapel, again noting the current 25 or fewer indoors, and 50 or fewer outdoors policy of the state.
Some Church Staff's emails have been forged and made to look like they are coming from the actual person. Please do not click on any links or reply to any requests for money or gift cards. Church staff will never ask for money / gift cards via email. Should there be any questions please contact the church office.
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Mike Sasser in his support for Greensboro Urban Ministries
Mike Sasser with Isaiah Mickens and Sentellis Cooper at the Thursday mentoring group at Guilford Park Presbyterian Church. "I get so much from being with these young men". Read More |
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2406 Fairfield Ave., Greensboro, NC (this is not our mailing address).
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