GPPC eNews Announcements January 26, 2022
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THE LOOSE OFFERING on the last Sunday of each month (this Sunday) will be designated to go to the Deacons’ Fund. These funds are distributed at the Pastor’s discretion for urgent financial needs within our congregation as well as emergency funding for needy individuals in our community. If paying by check, please write Deacons' Fund on the memo line. If paying online, by app, or by text, choose Deacons' Fund. See instructions for virtual giving by clicking GIVE.
BLENDED WORSHIP SCHEDULE CONTINUES THIS SUNDAY WITH ONE SERVICE AT 10 A.M. EACH SUNDAY.
Adult Sunday School- Sunday School classes are at 8:45 a.m.
· Feasting on the Word– Westminster Room
The Adult Education Committee is sponsoring a new unit of lessons through February 19. Join lay leaders as we explore Feasting on the Word together.
· Feasting on the Word– Westminster Room
The Adult Education Committee is sponsoring a new unit of lessons through February 19. Join lay leaders as we explore Feasting on the Word together.
This Sunday at 4:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary, we will hold “A Service of Inspiration Honoring the Words of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.” The service will include our reading of “A Call for Unity,” the April 12, 1963 letter written by eight Alabama clergymen directed to leaders of America’s growing civil rights movement (including Dr. King), and Dr. King’s April 16, 1963 response now known as the “Letter From Birmingham Jail.” Our reading and reflection upon these significant and inspiring words will include prayer and music. Please plan to attend, and please encourage your family, friends, and neighbors to come with you. Childcare will be provided.
It's not too late to make your pledge. If you have not yet made your 2023 pledge to GPPC, please bring your pledge card and place it in the offering plate on Sunday. Or you may confidentially email your pledge to jsharpe at guilfordpark dot org. Or you may call the church office at 336-288-5452. If you need a pledge card, there are some on the table in the Gathering Space. Thank you for your generous support of GPPC.
"The Word This Week," is a weekly gathering with Pastor Stephen to discuss the upcoming scriptures as he begins his work on his sermons. We gather without preparation or curriculum, just a simple curiosity for the Word and what God is speaking through it.
Mondays at noon in the Westminster Room if you'd like to join us. Feel free to bring your lunch and munch as we fellowship together.
Mondays at noon in the Westminster Room if you'd like to join us. Feel free to bring your lunch and munch as we fellowship together.
Camera/Soundboard Help Wanted- Since we’re moving from one volunteer to two for our live-streaming, we’re looking for more volunteers. Now two people are doing what one person was doing, it’s even easier than it was! If you are interested in helping produce our Worship Services, please contact Kay Owen at 72kowen at gmail dot com.
LOST & FOUND- Can't find your favorite water bottle or walking cane? Maybe a jacket or bag is missing? It could be here! Please check the long hall coat rack and shelf for items that might be yours (or someone you know). All unclaimed items will be donated.
There will be a congregational meeting on February 5 at 11:00 a.m. in the sanctuary to present and approve the Annual Report. Please make every effort to attend.
If you or someone you know is interested in learning more about Guilford Park Presbyterian Church, we are offering a New Member Class on February 19 immediately following worship. This is a great time to learn about GPPC, being Presbyterian, and becoming a member. Please contact Stephen Fearing at sfearing at guilfordpark dot org or Bill Hickling at whhickling at gmail dot com by February 8 so we can get a head count. We’ll feed you lunch!
This winter season, we would like to collect donations of hats, scarves, gloves, blankets, and coats for our "Tree of Warmth." Donated items can be placed in the basket under the tree on the Mission bulletin board during the month of December. These donations will be delivered to YWCA emergency overnight shelter for families.
We understand that charities often get many donations during the holiday season, only to soon run out of supplies and support in the following months. Therefore, PW Circle 8 hopes to continue the "Tree of Warmth" mission throughout the year by selecting a different charitable organization to donate varying items to each month. Stay tuned for more information.
We understand that charities often get many donations during the holiday season, only to soon run out of supplies and support in the following months. Therefore, PW Circle 8 hopes to continue the "Tree of Warmth" mission throughout the year by selecting a different charitable organization to donate varying items to each month. Stay tuned for more information.
Presbyterian Women Honorary Life Membership
An Honorary Life Membership in Presbyterian Women honors an individual’s faithful service in some area of church work. The honor is bestowed upon an outstanding woman who has shared her gifts over the years in a wide variety of activities at GPPC. The award will be conferred at the PW Salad Supper on May 17.
Nomination forms are on the PW bulletin board in the hall. Please put completed form in an envelope addressed to Donna Barrier, PW historian, and place in the PW mailbox in the church office. Deadline for nominations is Friday, March 10.
Beside the doors of the Columbarium entrance to the right side of the sanctuary are framed pictures with lists of all who have received the PW Honorary Life Membership Award since 1954.
An Honorary Life Membership in Presbyterian Women honors an individual’s faithful service in some area of church work. The honor is bestowed upon an outstanding woman who has shared her gifts over the years in a wide variety of activities at GPPC. The award will be conferred at the PW Salad Supper on May 17.
Nomination forms are on the PW bulletin board in the hall. Please put completed form in an envelope addressed to Donna Barrier, PW historian, and place in the PW mailbox in the church office. Deadline for nominations is Friday, March 10.
Beside the doors of the Columbarium entrance to the right side of the sanctuary are framed pictures with lists of all who have received the PW Honorary Life Membership Award since 1954.
On behalf of the committee planning Guilford Park Presbyterian Church’s 75th Anniversary (February 15, 2023), many thanks and accolades go to Adrian Foltz (Adrian Foltz Photography) for the beautiful sanctuary pictures of the church he took. In some pictures, a drone was used! Thank you to Marge Cromer for her idea and for accompanying Adrian during the photo shoot. Thanks, also, to Stephen Fearing for his beautiful display on the Guilford Park Facebook page and to Stephanie Kurtts for putting us in touch with Adrian. Guilford Park Presbyterian Church is a beautiful church.
Men’s Study Groups
- Mondays at 7:00 p.m. in the Westminster room. Join us for good discussion based on books selected by the group. Call George Setzer with questions for the Monday group.
- Wednesdays at 7:00 a.m. at Panera on Lawndale. Lively discussions of books chosen by the group. Call Bob Ewalt with questions about the Wednesday group.
This Mission Committee is pleased to announce that we will resume serving dinner meals for the residents at Greensboro Urban Ministry that are experiencing homelessness. Our first night to serve will be on February 22, 2023, We will have 7 other serving opportunities in 2023.
We will need volunteers to shop, prepare a dinner casserole and serve the meal. Look for a sign-up sheet on the Mission Committee bulletin board.
Look for more details in future Guidepost and eNews.
We will need volunteers to shop, prepare a dinner casserole and serve the meal. Look for a sign-up sheet on the Mission Committee bulletin board.
Look for more details in future Guidepost and eNews.
FROM CHILDREN AND YOUTH
Mommy and Me- Monthly activities for moms (or dads) and children grade 2 and under meet on Saturdays at church for fellowship or schedule a field trip. Make sure you are on the email for details. Contact Kim Row, krow at guilfordpark dot org.
What is YoCo? GPPC has joined a new thing happening in youth ministry. Presbyterian Churches in Greensboro have formed the Greensboro Youth Collective. 10 churches have committed to coming together once a month in a large gathering hosted by participating churches for fellowship, food and devotions. Our hosting will come in March. Please be in prayer for this new initiative.
What is YoCo? GPPC has joined a new thing happening in youth ministry. Presbyterian Churches in Greensboro have formed the Greensboro Youth Collective. 10 churches have committed to coming together once a month in a large gathering hosted by participating churches for fellowship, food and devotions. Our hosting will come in March. Please be in prayer for this new initiative.
FROM THE PRESCHOOL
Guilford Park Preschool will begin 2023-2024 Fall Registration in January.
Here are the dates to keep in mind for church members:
January 29-newly enrolled church members can enroll
Contact the Preschool Director, Rebecca Willoughby for registration information: rwilloughby at guilfordpark dot org.
Here are the dates to keep in mind for church members:
January 29-newly enrolled church members can enroll
Contact the Preschool Director, Rebecca Willoughby for registration information: rwilloughby at guilfordpark dot org.