eNews for September 5, 2024
The Serendipity Bible Study Class on September 8 will attend Bill Allred's organ concert and then hold a shortened class in the Westminster room following the concert. The class has chosen to study Mark's Gospel, so we'll cover the first two chapters in that session. All are welcome to join us.
Dr. Bill Allred Organ Recital
Join us for a captivating organ recital featuring our very own Dr. Bill Allred!
Date: Sunday, September 8
Time: 11:15 A.M.
Location: Sanctuary
Dr. Allred will perform a selection of pieces, including:
Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to enjoy an inspiring performance. We look forward to seeing you there!
Join us for a captivating organ recital featuring our very own Dr. Bill Allred!
Date: Sunday, September 8
Time: 11:15 A.M.
Location: Sanctuary
Dr. Allred will perform a selection of pieces, including:
- Processional by William Mathias (1934-1992)
- Prelude and Fugue for Organ, op. 37, No. 1 in C Minor by Felix Mendelssohn (1809-1847)
- Pastorale by Raymond H. Haan (b. 1938)
- Three Chorale Preludes by Ernst Pepping (1901-1981)
- Jesus Christus herrscht als König
- O Welt, sieh hier dein Leben
- Zeuch an die Macht, du Arm des Herrn
- Sortie by Louis James Alfred Lefébure-Wély (1817-1869)
Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to enjoy an inspiring performance. We look forward to seeing you there!
Study Groups.
- Wednesdays at 7:00 a.m. at Green Joe’s Coffee Co. at 2915A Battleground Ave. Lively discussions of books chosen by the group. Call Bob Ewalt with questions about the Wednesday group.
TREE OF GIVING
Extended through October, we invite our GPPC congregation to donate items to Backpack Beginnings' Food, Clothing, and Comfort Programs. Backpack Beginnings helps over 23,000 children experiencing hunger and trauma in our community. They serve children in need via over 200 partners in Guilford, Forsyth, and Alamance Counties and their Family Market.
Childhood hunger and trauma expose children to risk of developmental, emotional, and educational delays that can last a lifetime. Backpack Beginnings' programs make a positive impact on the health and well-being of children in our community. More information can be found at www.backpackbeginnings.org.
The items most in need include the food, clothing, and comfort items below (NO GLASS OR EXPIRED FOOD):
Questions? Contact korey.hickling at gmail dot com
Extended through October, we invite our GPPC congregation to donate items to Backpack Beginnings' Food, Clothing, and Comfort Programs. Backpack Beginnings helps over 23,000 children experiencing hunger and trauma in our community. They serve children in need via over 200 partners in Guilford, Forsyth, and Alamance Counties and their Family Market.
Childhood hunger and trauma expose children to risk of developmental, emotional, and educational delays that can last a lifetime. Backpack Beginnings' programs make a positive impact on the health and well-being of children in our community. More information can be found at www.backpackbeginnings.org.
The items most in need include the food, clothing, and comfort items below (NO GLASS OR EXPIRED FOOD):
- Canned Fruit
- Microwavable Rice
- Breakfast items
- Peanut butter & Jelly
- Canned chicken
- Boys & Girls Clothing: size 5-10
- New or Gently Used Children's Shoes
- New Underwear: Boys/Men Boxer Briefs, Girls/Women Briefs
- Full sized Shampoo & Conditioner
- Hair products for various hair types
- Feminine hygiene products
- Unscented baby wipes
- Formula in 12.5 cans or larger Gerber brand
- Pull-ups: size 4T/5T
- Diaper cream
- Baby wash
- Baby Equipment (Not able to accept used car seats, used pack-n-plays/cribs, or used strollers)
Questions? Contact korey.hickling at gmail dot com
Men of GPPC, don't forget our September 21 golf outing. This is a men's fellowship outing at Iron Play Golf Club at 10 a.m. If you own golf clubs you are welcome to come to this fellowship golf gathering. A sign-up sheet is posted on the fellowship bulletin board in the hall. George Setzer is hosting.
Vendor spaces for the Greensboro Pride Festival sold out early this year; so unfortunately, GPPC was unable to secure a space. However, we have been added to the waiting list in the event that a space opens up between now and the date of the festival. A number of members have expressed interest in gathering as a small group at the festival to show their support for the LGBTQ community as GPPC members. If you would like to be a part of this group, please contact Keith Harrington or any JP Committee member and we will try to coordinate a time to gather as a group. Thank you.
Lunch & Learn - Join Us for an Informative Session on Advance Care Planning, Hospice, Healthcare Power of Attorney, and more!
After worship on Sunday, September 29, we invite you to stay for an important and informative session on key topics such as hospice care, palliative care, advance care planning, healthcare power of attorney, and living wills. Risa Hanau, Licensed Clinical Social Worker from AuthoraCare Collective (a nonprofit organization), will provide an overview of available services, explain why Advance Care Planning is a vital topic for all ages, and will bring sample documents for those interested. Refreshments (food & drink) will be provided.
Whether you’re considering how to make decisions for yourself or how to support a loved one, this session will provide valuable insights. We'll also discuss the importance of having a healthcare power of attorney, including for non-minor children covered by their parents' health insurance. These steps ensure that your loved ones are protected and that their wishes are respected in times of need.
This is a vital conversation that benefits all ages, so please join us and take the opportunity to learn how to plan wisely for the future. Please sign up on the Congregational Care bulletin board if you intend to participate, to help ensure we have enough refreshments for everyone. We look forward to seeing you there!
Sponsored by the Congregational Care Committee
After worship on Sunday, September 29, we invite you to stay for an important and informative session on key topics such as hospice care, palliative care, advance care planning, healthcare power of attorney, and living wills. Risa Hanau, Licensed Clinical Social Worker from AuthoraCare Collective (a nonprofit organization), will provide an overview of available services, explain why Advance Care Planning is a vital topic for all ages, and will bring sample documents for those interested. Refreshments (food & drink) will be provided.
Whether you’re considering how to make decisions for yourself or how to support a loved one, this session will provide valuable insights. We'll also discuss the importance of having a healthcare power of attorney, including for non-minor children covered by their parents' health insurance. These steps ensure that your loved ones are protected and that their wishes are respected in times of need.
This is a vital conversation that benefits all ages, so please join us and take the opportunity to learn how to plan wisely for the future. Please sign up on the Congregational Care bulletin board if you intend to participate, to help ensure we have enough refreshments for everyone. We look forward to seeing you there!
Sponsored by the Congregational Care Committee
The Greater Greensboro CROP Walk will be on Sunday, October 6. The walk will start at 2:30 p.m. We are looking for walkers to be sponsored for the Guilford Park Presbyterian Team. Please see the table opposite the Church office before and after the 10 a.m. Service starting on Sunday, September 8 for more information. For any additional questions, contact Gary Stephenson at (336)908-3831.
FELLOWSHIP UPCOMING EVENTS
October 12 - Pig Pickin’
Enjoy Pork BBQ and lots of fun at the Greensboro Firefighter’s Club, 5:30 p.m.
October 26 - Food Drive
Collect food for Greensboro Urban Ministry Food Pantry. Collection point is Food Lion, 4709 Lawndale Dr., 8-6.
October 12 - Pig Pickin’
Enjoy Pork BBQ and lots of fun at the Greensboro Firefighter’s Club, 5:30 p.m.
October 26 - Food Drive
Collect food for Greensboro Urban Ministry Food Pantry. Collection point is Food Lion, 4709 Lawndale Dr., 8-6.
The Justice and Peacemaking Committee will host a book study on October 6 and the 20 based on the book American Idolatry by Andrew Whitehead.
About the book (Amazon)
American Idolatry: How Christian Nationalism Betrays the Gospel and Threatens the Church Hardcover – August 15, 2023; $24 on Amazon
Power. Fear. Violence. These three idols of Christian nationalism are corrupting American Christianity.
Andrew Whitehead is a leading scholar on Christian nationalism in America and speaks widely on its effects within Christian communities. In this book, he shares his journey and reveals how Christian nationalism threatens the spiritual lives of American Christians and the church.
All voices are welcome as we discuss this timely issue. Please join us for what we hope will help guide us in deepening our faith in the current political and cultural climate.
About the book (Amazon)
American Idolatry: How Christian Nationalism Betrays the Gospel and Threatens the Church Hardcover – August 15, 2023; $24 on Amazon
Power. Fear. Violence. These three idols of Christian nationalism are corrupting American Christianity.
Andrew Whitehead is a leading scholar on Christian nationalism in America and speaks widely on its effects within Christian communities. In this book, he shares his journey and reveals how Christian nationalism threatens the spiritual lives of American Christians and the church.
All voices are welcome as we discuss this timely issue. Please join us for what we hope will help guide us in deepening our faith in the current political and cultural climate.
GPPC will be serving and providing dinner at Greensboro Urban Ministry (GUM) on the dates listed below. Duties include welcoming guests, providing a prayer before dinner, serving dinner to the men and women staying at the shelter, and cleaning up any dishes we used. We would love to have you come serve with us. If you have any questions, contact Jenny Beale at jennybeale1 at gmail dot com and watch for the sign-up sheet on the Mission Bulletin Board if you would like to cook or serve.
2024 Dates: October 23, November 27 and December 25.
2024 Dates: October 23, November 27 and December 25.
FROM CHILDREN & YOUTH
Do you enjoy hiking, biking, or other outdoor activities?
Our Guilford Park youths are interested in exploring our community.
The Children and Youth Committee is looking for volunteers to help coordinate
and participate in a local hike or bike ride.
If you are interested, please contact Jill Moore: [email protected]
Our Guilford Park youths are interested in exploring our community.
The Children and Youth Committee is looking for volunteers to help coordinate
and participate in a local hike or bike ride.
If you are interested, please contact Jill Moore: [email protected]
Buddy and Me Monthly activities for children grade 2 and under along with their favorite buddy. We meet on a Saturday for fellowship and support at church or a scheduled field trip. Check email and the eNews/bulletin for a mid-summer event.
Our first event is a trip to Fairy Stone State Park on September 14. Details will be sent by email.
To make sure you are on the email for upcoming activity details, contact Kim Row, krow at guilfordpark dot org or Kay Owen 72kowen at gmail dot com to get on the B.A.M.! email list.
Acolytes light candles and help the Pastor in worship. All students in grades 3 to 5 can complete training and participate in this ministry. Contact Kim Row krow at guilfordpark dot org for training and sign up to help at Guilford Park Presbyterian church: Acolyte service (signupgenius.com)
We are looking for adults to lead as volunteer advisors to help with the youth group this year. This ministry pays in smiles, hugs, and youth trips. Contact Kim Row, krow at guilfordpark dot org for more information.
Our first event is a trip to Fairy Stone State Park on September 14. Details will be sent by email.
To make sure you are on the email for upcoming activity details, contact Kim Row, krow at guilfordpark dot org or Kay Owen 72kowen at gmail dot com to get on the B.A.M.! email list.
Acolytes light candles and help the Pastor in worship. All students in grades 3 to 5 can complete training and participate in this ministry. Contact Kim Row krow at guilfordpark dot org for training and sign up to help at Guilford Park Presbyterian church: Acolyte service (signupgenius.com)
We are looking for adults to lead as volunteer advisors to help with the youth group this year. This ministry pays in smiles, hugs, and youth trips. Contact Kim Row, krow at guilfordpark dot org for more information.
