Sunday, June 8, 2014 owerful God, whose ways are Pbeyond our knowing, we long to grow spiritually. We are thirsty for the living water you have promised to those who seek. We are eager to catch the Spirit, to be set on fire with confidence and trust to use the gifts you have given. Let Pentecost happen again in this gathering of your people. Inspire us to witness to your love and prophesy in your name. Give us courage to speak of your deeds of power, and to take the risks of daring discipleship. Amen.
Church of the Pa ms a community of faith . . . a way of life 3224 Bee Ridge Road, Sarasota, FL 34239 • Ph (941) 924-1323 Fax (941) 923-9594 • www.churchofthepalms.org WORSHIP Prayer line (941) 924-9979 welcome to w rship Church of the Palms Our mission and deep commitment is: “Equipping Disciples for the Service of Christ.” We are a community of faith dedicated to a way of life contained in our name: P.A.L.M.S Praising God in Worship Aligning ourselves with Christ Loving one another in Community Ministering generously with our Time, Talent & Treasure Sharing our story and The Story
Our Pastors, staff and Session invite you to share not only in our worship, but also in the exciting opportunities that Church of the Palms offers to learn, serve and grow in your faith. So whether you are a first time visitor, member, affiliate member or frequently attend ...... we are glad you are here!
Baptism his morning, we celebrate the Baptism of Lucy Anne McCauley, daughter of TJeff and Kimberly McCauley.
In Memoriam here will be a memorial service for Charles “George” Fultz on Saturday, June T14 at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel.
Sanctuary Flowers he flowers are given today to the glory of God and in loving memory of Wade TUsher, by the Usher family; and in memory of Margarette Bliss and the 58 years that she shared with her husband Phil, given by her family.
2 Church of the Palms SANCTUARY WORSHIP LEADERSHIP TODAY Senior Pastor Dr. Stephen D. McConnell Executive Pastor Dr. Bruce Hedgepeth Visitation Pastor Dr. Alan Rodda Family Ministry Director Laurie Haas Equipping Ministry Director Carolyn Wilson Director of Music Ministry Genevieve Beauchamp Organist / Pianist Dr. Jonathan Spivey Church Copyright License for all Music #706640
JUNE USHERS 9:00 a.m. - Jerry Laurila, John & Robin Sego, Linda Evans, Bob & Lynn White, Jay & Kyle Mitchell, Willie Mitchell, Barbara Branning, Jim Mills, Dutch Johnson and Katy Goodwin. Captains: Bob & Sally Irwin. 11:00 a.m. - Joe Guyton, Eleanor Smith, Jackie Garn, Babe Hart, Joyce Hesson, Ben Morgan, Wayne Kindt, Martha Church, Sebastian Spivey, William Waggener and Bob Luedeka. Captain: John Mercier.
Hearing Loop System in the Sanctuary Switch Hearing Aids to T-Coil (telephone setting) Sanctuary Worship Aids: Large-print copies of the Order of Worship and hearing devices are available. Packets containing children’s worship activities are available in the Sanctuary and Campus Center. Please ask an usher for assistance. Sermon Text: Printed copies of previous sermons are available in the Narthex of the Sanctuary, Campus Center, the Administration Building and on the church website. Televised 9:00 a.m. Worship Service - Every Sunday, Comcast Cable Channel 189. Live streaming of the service is available on our website, www.churchofthepalms. org and may be replayed Sunday afternoon. All services are archived online. DVD copies may be purchased through the church office.
The Garden @ CHURCH OF THE PALMS Join us at 9:00 a.m. in the Campus Center for our Modern Worship service. THE GARDEN WORSHIP LEADERSHIP TODAY Pastors: Joe Davis ([email protected]) Bruce Hedgepeth ([email protected]) Technical Director: Mike Bassett ([email protected]) Worship Leader: Megan Mooney ([email protected])
Need Someone To Talk To? Stephen Ministers are trained, caring Christians who know how to listen and support people in crisis. If you or someone you know would like a Stephen Minister’s help, call 924-1323.
www.churchofthepalms.org 3 a celebration of w rship 9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. • Sanctuary Day of Pentecost • we gather •
Prayer of invocation 9:00 a.m. Jan Hunt 11:00 a.m. Cindy Lanoue-Foster
PRELUDE 9:00 a.m. “Sonata in F minor - Allegro appassionato” Johannes Brahms Kenta Akaogi, clarinet 11:00 a.m. “O Worship the King” arr. Joel Raney
*Hymn #476 ”O Worship the King, All Glorious Above!” • we confess • *Call to Confession
*Prayer of Confession (together) Eternal God, we admit that we are seldom amazed and astonished. We take for granted much that was once thought to be impossible. We are confident consumers of human ingenuity. Sometimes we think we have no need of you. Matters of the spirit are far down on our list of concerns. We are even suspicious of those who claim to see visions and skeptical of those who seem carried away in their devotion to the faith. Yet we long for something more than our daily routines. O Spirit, come to save us from ourselves. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
*Declaration of Pardon Leader: Friends, believe the good news of the Gospel. People: In Jesus Christ we are forgiven. *Congregational response (together) Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost; As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, World without end. Amen, Amen. *Affirmation of Faith - The Apostles’ Creed (together) I believe in God, the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth. And in Jesus Christ his only Son our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; he descended into hell; the third day he rose again from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth on the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Ghost; the holy catholic church; the communion of saints; the forgiveness of sins; the resurrection of the body; and the life everlasting. Amen.
4 Church of the Palms • we share • Life at Church of the Palms Please sign and pass the red covered friendship pad at the end of the pew. God and church award Walter Homeister
Pastoral Prayer and Lord’s prayer Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.
OFFERTORY “Written in Red” arr. Camp Kirkland Praise and Glory Choir; Valerie Alston, Creative Signer
*DOXOLOGY AND PRAYER OF DEDICATION Praise God from whom all blessings flow; Praise Him all creatures here below; Praise Him above, ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.
• we proclaim • celebrating the sacrament of baptism (9:00 a.m.) Lucy Anne McCauley
Children’s Moment (9:00 a.m.) Laurie Haas music meditation “Come, O Source of Joy and Gladness” arr. Michael Larkin Chancel Choir and Congregation Verses 1 & 4 (Choir and Congregation): Verse 2 (Choir only): Come, Almighty to deliver, Let us all your life receive. Suddenly return, and never, Nevermore your temples leave. May we always bless and serve you, Faithful as your hosts above; Pray and praise you without ceasing, Glory in your perfect love.
Verse 3 (Choir only): Come and breathe your loving spirit into every troubled breast. Let us all in you inherit, Let us find the promised rest. Take away the love of sinning; Alpha and Omega be. End of faith, as its beginning, Set our hearts at liberty!
Scripture LESSON Ezekiel 37: 1-10 (Pew Bible Pg. 806); Acts 2: 1-4 (Pew Bible NT Pg. 119) Leader: This is the Word of the Lord! People: Thanks be to God!
SERMON “Catching Your Second Wind” Dr. Stephen D. McConnell • we go • *Hymn #126 “Come, Holy Spirit, Heavenly Dove” *Benediction
*Benediction Response Grant us thy peace upon our homeward way; With thee began, with thee shall end the day. Guard thou the lips from sin, the heart from shame, That in this house have called upon thy name.
organ Postlude “My Heart Ever Faithful” J.S. Bach *Congregation, please stand if able
Kenta our guest Akaogi musician Kenta is from Cupertino, Califonia and is a participant in this year’s Sarasota Music Festival.
6 Church of the Palms member new class Today • Chapel 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. New Members Part 1 - COP Orientation: If you are ready to make a deeper commitment to the Church of the Palms family of faith or would just like to explore what that means, then this is the class for you! Just here seasonally? Come learn about our affiliate membership. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. New Members Part 2 - Join The Community: If you have made the decision to join our community of faith, this is your opportunity to be received into membership. The only prerequisite is to have attended a New Member Orientation. No need to sign up for either New Members Part 1 or 2...just come to the Chapel!
Call to Prayer Sundays, 8:00 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. Chapel Reception Room Remember In We urge you to join us every Sunday before the services as we pray for our pastors and the morning services. Come and pray Prayer silently or out loud. Contact Susan Grundy, 355-2156. Missionaries & Mission Partners An updated list of our supported worldwide and local mission partners and missionaries is available on the literature racks at the doors in the Sanctuary, the Campus Center and the Church Office. We ask for your continued prayers for all of our Missionaries and Mission Partners. Individuals Military Gil Adams Paul Mercer Chris Branning Mary Johnson Billings Charlene Moravec Richard Carson Pat Brennan Brian Rogers Rob Garner Jason Candido Lee Stewart Peter Higginbotham Sandra Castle George Thomas Zachary Miller Dottie Cole Tracy Prohoniak Alex DeBruin Jared Sweetser Cynthia DeBruin Ben Young Ed DeBruin Virginia Everett Aaron Gooding Allen Higgbotham Mary Jaqua Nutei Khawlhring In Need of Prayer? Frank Lagana Please call the church office. We would love Phil Lagana to pray for you and any prayer requests you Karen Lagana may have, 924-1323. Jim Lontz
www.churchofthepalms.org 7 family FMINISTRYaministrymily Student Ministry Summer Events Our summer ministry events are coming! Keep your eyes peeled over the next week as we release our summer calendars including the return of Lunch Bunch and Reel to Real! It’s going to be a great summer. Let’s enjoy it together.
ORLANDO DAY-TRIP FOR STUDENTS Wycliffe, Campus Crusade & Downtown Disney Wednesday, June 11 Attention students! School is nearing its end and we are pumped for some great opportunities this summer. Our first special event will be a day-trip to Orlando. We will be visiting the Wycliffe Discovery Center for a day of activities created just for teenagers. Encounter people, languages, and cultures; use all of your senses as you learn about the art and science of Bible translation through award-winning multimedia and games. We will then head to a special tour of the area where the JESUS Films are made, at Campus Crusade for Christ. After our tours, we will finish our day with an evening at Downtown Disney for dinner, shopping, and fun together. Due to an anonymous donor, transportation and lunch are FREE. The only cost to you will be dinner at Downtown Disney and anything you wish to purchase as a souvenir. Space is limited, so sign up today (invite your friends to join). To sign up, contact Jeff McCauley at jmccauley@ churchofthepalms.org. To learn more about Wycliffe, visit them online at http:// www.wycliffe.org/discoverycenter/.
Summer calendars are here! EXTRA, EXTRA read all about it…our Student Ministry Summer Calendar is here! Get yours today. Follow these steps for a guaranteed awesome summer. 1. Download it from http://www.churchofthepalms.org/ newsletters/SummerCalendar.pdf 2. Print it. 3. Hang it on your fridge, in your family organization space, make it the desktop on your computer, or even hang it in the bathroom. Somewhere you will see it regularly. 4. Check daily to make your plans. 5. Enjoy the awesomeness. We promise, if you follow the above directions, you will have a great summer. Of course, we will give you detailed information such as times and locations for each event as the time draws near.
8 Church of the Palms KIDS WORSHIP family All Pre-K through 5th grade kids should begin worship with their families at the 9:00 a.m. service. After the Children’s Moment, they will be escorted from the service to participate in Kids Worship in room 205-207 from 9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. SUNDAY CHILDCARE: 8:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. ministry Nursery: room 101 Toddlers & 2 Year Olds: room 103 3 Year Olds: room 103B Elementary Small Groups Elementary small groups will resume in September. Middle & High School Small Groups Student Sunday small groups will resume in September. CONTACT FAMILY MINISTRY STAFF (924-1323): Family Ministry Director: Laurie Haas ([email protected]) Student Ministry Director: Jeff McCauley([email protected]) Family Ministry Coordinator: Moira Dunn ([email protected])
High School Rock the Universe September 5 - September 7 (Friday - Sunday) Rock the Universe is BACK and better than ever! We are just beginning to work out the details, so save the dates and keep your eyes peeled for more info. Join us for a very special, high school-only (grades 9-12) weekend trip this fall! On Friday, September 5th through Sunday, September 7th, we will be traveling to Orlando, Florida for a weekend of theme park and concert fun by 15 of the top artists in Christian music. Artists include (but aren’t limited to): Switchfoot, TobyMac, Third Day, Newsboys, Lecrae, Relient K, Family Force 5 and more!
www.churchofthepalms.org 9 adult discipleship & fellowship sunday
lifetree cafe 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. • Campus Center Today’s Topic: “Fatherless” Campus Center • 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Nightlife Center • 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. (Tuesday) An hour of stories and conversation to feed your soul. Lifetree Café provides a comfortable place to explore life and faith each week.
NEW LIFE CLASS 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. • Room 202 New Life Class is a wonderful group of parents who meet Sunday mornings to discuss topics related to parenting and marriage. Our purpose is to provide a time and place for couples to grow closer to God. We will do that byAn hour studying of stories and conversationscripture to feed your soul An hour of stories and conversation to feed your soul and we’ll glean wisdom from current books. Our next book will be Just Tell Me What to Say by Betsy Brown Braun. We will learn how to the tackle tricky and [LOCATION]tough [LOCATION] [DAY AND TIME] [DAY AND TIME] questions our children may ask. We will dive deeper into Biblical references as[DAY well.AND TIME] [DAY AND TIME] We hope to see you there! Led by Alisia Thompson and Kim McCauley. Contact[ADDRESS Kim1] [ADDRESS 1] [ADDRESS 2] [ADDRESS 2] McCauley, [email protected] LifetreeCafe.com [PHONE] LifetreeCafe.com [PHONE]
Moses: A Reluctant Leader 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. • Chapel Reception Room Like many of us, Moses’ past failures had made him reluctant to take on future leadership roles. In spite of this, Moses became one of the greatest leaders in Israel’s history. Knowing that he faced challenges that far exceeded his abilities, he learned to trust God. Following Moses’ example of faithfulness, we will learn valuable spiritual lessons about how God uses the least likely of us if we have a servant attitude. Led by Dale Vollrath. Contact Dale Vollrath, [email protected].
fruit of the spirit Begins June 15 - August 31, 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. • Room 206 Please join your fellow believers in a group discussion and exercises designed to encourage a deeper look at the particular “fruit” presented by Dr. McConnell in the morning message. Questions and resource handouts will help participants to incorporate spiritual fruit into their lives in fuller and more authentic ways. Come for a stimulating 45 minutes of ways to build on the insights from Dr. McConnell’s message that morning. Dr. Rodda will lead the sessions, with help from some interesting friends and followers of Jesus. Contact Alan Rodda, arodda@ churchofthepalms.org
10 Adult Discipleship & Fellowship adult discipleship Men’s Ministry Small Group 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. • 211 Library Join us as we read and discuss Men and the Church: Is There a Future? by Jay Crouse. & fellowship Contact Brad Wilson, [email protected]. MONday
PALMS’ SINGLES DINNER (50+) 5:30 p.m. • Campus Center Every Monday we have dinner at 5:30 p.m. followed by events such as book talks, game night, special outings and more. Please call in your dinner reservations by the Thursday prior to this dinner, no later than noon. Contact Dottie Stoddard, 924- 7430. TUESday
MEN’S BIBLE STUDY & BREAKFAST 7:00 a.m. • Off Campus We study the book of John and enjoy breakfast at the Der Dutchman Restaurant on Bahia Vista Street, just east of Beneva. Come and join us! Led by Dale Vollrath. Contact Dale Vollrath, [email protected]. An hour of stories and conversation to feed your soul An hour of stories and conversation to feed your soul
[LOCATION] Women’s Pray[LOCATION]er Group [DAY AND TIME] 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.[DAY AND• TIME]Chapel Reception Room [DAY AND TIME] [DAY AND TIME] [ADDRESS 1] For the summer months[ADDRESS we1] will continue to meet for our time [ADDRESS 2] of encouragement and[ADDRESS prayers2] for family relationships, adult LifetreeCafe.com [PHONE] childrenLifetreeCafe.com with addictions,[PHONE] grandchildren, our church and country. We reflect on our daily devotions and share God’s Word. This is a time to praise God for answered prayers. We have extra devotionals for anyone that would like to attend. We welcome all prayer requests. Come and share in God’s love. Gaye O’Brien 377-3480
C.S. Lewis Reading Group June 24, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. • Chapel Reception Room Our reading group, led by Dr. McConnell, will discuss chapters eight and nine of The Weight of Glory.
lifetree cafe 7:00 p.m. • Nightlife Center (2881 Clark Road, Suite 11) Tonight’s Topic: “Fatherless” Bring a friend and join us as we explore life and faith through an hour of stories and conversation. The Nightlife Center is located in the Merchant’s Point Plaza, near Winn-Dixie (formerly Sweetbay).
Adult Discipleship & Fellowship 11 north home bible study This week, 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.• Off Campus We meet on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month. We will continue our study of the book of Romans. Join us for prayer, Bible study, and fellowship. Contact Reyn and Doris Kamphuis, 360-8474 or [email protected] for information about the Bible Study.
stephen ministry June 17, 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.• Room 206 A Friend In Need - In times of trouble, we turn to caring Christian friends to listen to us while we work through our feelings. A Stephen Minister can become such a friend. If you or someone you know could benefit from the trained, caring presence and listening ear of a Stephen Minister, please call our Congregational Care Pastor, Dr. Hmingi Browne at 924-1323.
WEDNESday
watercolor wednesday 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.• Chapel Reception Room Paint with watercolor and enjoy the company of other artsy folk! Please remember to bring your own supplies. Contact Hmingi Browne, 924- 1323.
prayer shawl group 3:00 p.m.• Chapel Narthex We are knitting prayer shawls. All are welcome to join us! Contact Hmingi Browne, 924-1323 or [email protected].
resolving everyday conflict 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. • Room 202 An eight-lesson study that unpacks the amazing things the Bible has to say about conflict and relationships. As you go through this study, you’ll find the powerful and practical answers you are looking for to improve your relationships! Contact James Leake, [email protected].
Freedom of Simplicity June 4 - August 13, 6:15 p.m. 7:45 p.m. Home of Bill Lewis & Sue Grundy Simplicity is an essential spiritual discipline that we must practice for the health of the soul. For these few weeks together we will read Freedom of Simplicity by Richard Foster, engage in practices to open us to God’s work in our lives and move towards a deeper obedience to Jesus Christ as Lord. Online option available. Reservations and Questions: Bill Lewis 941-355-2156 [email protected]
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PALMS BRIDGE CLUB June 19, 7:00 p.m.• Chapel Reception Room We meet on the first and third Thursdays of the month for fun and fellowship. Please join us. Contact Gloria Knox, 371-0848 to make your reservation.
Companions in Christ June 26, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. • Chapel Reception Room We meet on the fourth Thursday of the month and study WEAVINGS: A Journal of the Christian Spiritual Life. We share insights and fellowship over coffee and pray. Contact Cindy Lanoue-Foster, 922-1826; [email protected].
FRIday grief support group 11:00 a.m.• Chapel Reception Room Our final meeting before the summer begins will be on June 13. We will resume on September 12, from 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Contact Hmingi Browne, 924-1323. south home bible study This week, 6:30 p.m. • Off Campus We meet the second and fourth Friday of the month. We are continuing our study of the book of Romans. Join us for prayer, Bible study, and fellowship. Contact Reyn and Doris Kamphuis, 360-8474 or [email protected]. loving stitches June 27, 9:45 a.m.• Chapel Reception Room We are a group of women who knit, crochet, sew and quilt for local charities. We create baby sweaters and blankets for Healthy Start and the Veterans Hospital; teddy bears for the Sheriff and Police Departments and hats for the Resurrection House and the Salvation Army. We meet on the fourth Friday of each month. If you enjoy sewing, knitting, quilting or crocheting, please join us. Knitting and crochet instructions are available. Contact Alberta Adams, 924-8464.
Eat, Meet & Be Merry June 27,11:30 a.m. • Off Campus Join Pastor Hmingi Browne for food and fellowship at Der Dutchman every last Friday of the month. Contact Hmingi Browne, 924-1323.
Adult Discipleship & Fellowship 13 spotlight on missions featured mission partner: Drs. Leslie & Cynthia Morgan
ince 1989, Drs. Les and Cindy Morgan have been Sserving as Missionaries of the Presbyterian Church (USA) in Bangladesh, home of the fourth largest Muslim population in the world. In 1992 they helped the PC (USA) establish a formal partnership with the Church of Bangladesh (CoB), a denomination of over 20,000 members in 103 congregations and since then have nurtured and helped carry out the church’s health ministries. Christians make up less than one half of 1 percent of the population of Bangladesh. They advise and train workers for the health programs of CoB, including health programs in five regions of the country, two hospitals, and two nursing schools. They also regularly advise the Christian Mission Hospital (CMH) in Rajshahi in both hospital management and patient care. CMH is an 80-bed facility and has a Nursing Institute offering a three-year, government-certified training program for 75 students. Besides advising on patient care at the bedside at CMH, Les and Cindy care for patients in small community clinics in various CoB program areas. Directly caring for patients gives the Morgans firsthand knowledge of the health issues faced by the people the church is called to serve. An important part of the Morgans’ work is to nurture the spiritual capacity of the CoB to carry out its health ministries in the name of Christ. At St. Andrew’s Theological College in Dhaka, Les teaches a weekly class on the Healing Ministry of the Church. The class explores the physical, psychological, social, environmental, and spiritual dimensions of health. It helps prepare future church leaders to engage in these issues with sound theological understanding. Cindy teaches a class on Spiritual Formation. She leads quarterly spiritual retreats for the students, and on occasion helps lead retreats for the CoB clergy. The Morgans also lead retreats for the health workers of the CoB to strengthen their capacity as servants of Christ. The Morgans have raised three children in Bangladesh. Their oldest, Laura, is expecting her first child in November; and their youngest, Stewart, will be getting married in August. They lost their middle child, Everett, to bone cancer in 2008. They write that “although living in Bangladesh is definitely a challenge, opportunities for service abound. Here we are blessed to be able to live out our passion - to embody the loving presence of Christ for those who suffer.” Contact their Mission Partner Advocate Maxine Perry at [email protected], 349-3282. Les and Cindy may be reached at: http://www.presbyterianmission.org/ministries/missionconnections/morgan- leslie-and-cynthia/. 14 Church of the Palms giving opportunities
Vacation Bible School Day of Hope Volunteers Volunteers Needed Calling all Dentists, We could still use some Hygienists and Hairdressers! fun-loving adults to Day of Hope, Saturday August 9 travel around to the from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., provides VBS Stations with the a myriad of services for students teens and the kids as they learn “Jesus’ returning to school including dental Love is One-Of-A-Kind.” If your schedule exams and haircuts. We are in need doesn’t allow for Monday through Friday, of a few more dentists, hygienists and 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. the week of June hairdressers to assist with this event. 16, you can still help us decorate and set If you are available, please Lynne up. Please join us on Sunday, June 15 for Truschel 941.650.9029 or doh.cop@ Set-Up in the Campus Center at 10:15 aol.com. Thank you in advance for a.m. Contact Moira Dunn, mdunn@ your prayerful consideration. churchofthepalms.org or call 924-1323 x222.
Casual Clothes Drive for Make A Joyful Sound! Join Salvation Army the Summer Choir Pick-up today! It is time to warm up You are invited to BRING CASUAL your voices for the CLOTHES for men and women in the summer choir! We Salvation Army. They are critically invite all of you who short of jeans, t-shirts, polos, short- enjoy singing to sleeved button downs and tennis come and give the choir a try. We shoes. They offer these clothes to their will sing simple and accessible pieces residents who are trying to get back on and will rehearse as a group at 8:10 their feet. This clothing is perfect for job a.m. We will sing one anthem during interviews at places like McDonald’s as the 9:00 a.m. service. Come one, come well as for manual labor opportunities. all! Summer choir dates: June 22, July Clean out your closets and bring in your 13 & 27, August 10 & 24. casual clothes and shoes today. Thank you! Questions? Call Laurie Haas, 924- 1323 ext. 201.
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PW to host Baby Shower for Missionaries Chris & Christie Winkler Saturday, June 21 • 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. • Campus Center Presbyterian Women will be giving a baby shower for our Missionary couple Chris & Christie Winkler. No charge, but we need you to sign up so we know how many will be attending. The shower will be held on Saturday, June 21,1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. in the Campus Center. If you wish to make a donation, please write the check to “Church of the Palms” with Baby Shower in the memo line of your check. You may also donate new or used children’s’ books (they have three young children), or a gift card (Chris said a restaurant gift card so mom can have a night off from cooking). Let’s make this a great time for all of them. Any questions contact Alberta Adams, 924-8464.
Sarasota Young Voices Concert Saturday, June 21 • 3:00 p.m. • Sanctuary The Sarasota Young Voices Chamber Choir is getting ready for their tour to France! The singers will perform at the Cathédrale Notre Dame de Paris and at the American Church in Paris at the end of June. We invite you to their send off concert on June 21 at 3:00 p.m. at Church of the Palms in the sanctuary. The performance is free. We hope you bring many friends along!
Reminder To Legacy Society Members If you have not already done so, please return the info requested as to how you would like your name(s) to appear on the Legacy Tree that will be installed in the Narthex.
Legacy Giving Corner The last chance you have to make a financial gift to God’s work here at Church of the Palms is through your last will and testament. For more information, about the Legacy Society, contact Dr. McConnell, smcconnell@churchofthepalms. org, 924-1323 or John Mercier, Chair of the Legacy Giving Group, 921-5726, [email protected]. are you new here? Want to find out more about Church of the Palms? Check out our website at:
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www.churchofthepalms.org 17 calendar of calendar of events events Sunday, JUNE 8 8:00 a.m. Prayer Meeting Chapel Study 8:45 a.m. Childcare See Page 9 9:00 a.m. The Garden Worship Service Campus Center 9:00 a.m. Traditional Worship Sanctuary 9:30 a.m. Kid’s Worship 205-207 10:15 a.m. Lifetree Café Campus Center 10:15 a.m. Moses: Reluctant Leader Chapel Reception Room 10:15 a.m. New Life Class 202 10:15 a.m. New Members - COP Orientation Chapel 11:00 a.m. New Members - Join the Community Chapel 11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship Sanctuary 5:00 p.m. Men’s Ministry Small Group 211 Library Monday, JUNE 9 5:30 p.m. Palm Singles Dinner Campus Center 6:30 p.m. Sounds of Glory Orchestra Rehearsal Music & Arts Building 7:00 p.m. Sarasota Young Voices Rehearsal Sanctuary 7:00 p.m. The Garden Worship Team Meeting East Meeting Room
Tuesday, JUNE 10 7:00 a.m. Men’s Bible Study & Breakfast Off Campus 8:00 a.m. Foundation Board Meeting 211 Library 2:00 p.m. Women’s Prayer Group Chapel Reception Room 3:00 p.m. Volunteer Development Planning Team 202 4:00 p.m. Generosity Team Meeting 206 5:30 p.m. Creative Signers Sanctuary 5:30 p.m. Equipping Ministry Team Meeting 202 7:00 p.m. Honduras Vision Team Meeting Chapel Study 7:00 p.m. Lifetree Café Off Campus 7:00 p.m. North Home Bible Study Off Campus Wednesday, JUNE 11 7:00 a.m. Wycliffe Bus Trip for Youth Off Campus 9:15 a.m. Memorial Garden Board Meeting 211 Library 10:00 a.m. Watercolor Wednesday Chapel Reception Room 3:00 p.m. Prayer Shawl Group Chapel Narthex 3:30 p.m. Administration & Finance Committee 206 5:00 p.m. Elder Prayer Chapel 6:00 p.m. Grief Support Group Chapel Narthex 6:30 p.m. Building a Small Group Ministry Chapel Reception Room 6:30 p.m. Resolving Everyday Conflict 202
18 Church of the Palms calendar of events Thursday, JUNE 12 10:00 a.m. Advent Dinner Committee Meeting Chapel Reception Room 6:00 p.m. The Garden Worship Team Meeting East Meeting Room 7:00 p.m. The Garden Worship Band Rehearsal Campus Center 7:00 p.m. Palms Men Leadership Team Chapel Reception Room Friday, JUNE 13 11:00 a.m. Grief Support Group Chapel Reception Room 1:00 p.m. Palms String Ensemble Music & Arts Building 7:00 p.m. South Home Bible Study Off Campus Saturday, JUNE 14 9:30 a.m. SYV Chamber Choir Rehearsal Music & Arts Building Sunday, June 15 8:00 a.m. Prayer Meeting Chapel Study 8:45 a.m. Childcare See Page 9 9:00 a.m. The Garden Worship Service Campus Center 9:00 a.m. Traditional Worship Sanctuary 9:30 a.m. Kid’s Worship 205-207 10:15 a.m. VBS Decorating Crew Campus Center 10:15 a.m. Lifetree Café Chapel Reception Room 10:15 a.m. Moses: Reluctant Leader Chapel 10:15 a.m. New Life Class 202 10:15 a.m. Fruit of the Spirit class 206 11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship Sanctuary 5:00 p.m. Men’s Ministry Small Group 211 Library
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www.churchofthepalms.org 19 Facilities Master Plan Update Recently the Session decided to embark upon a process to study the facility and property needs we have here on the campus at Church of the Palms. Our ministry puts great demands upon our buildings and so with the help of the Foundation of Church of the Palms we have retained the services of architect Michael Carlson. Michael will help us see how we can use our facilities and campus more effectively and efficiently and to determine what needs we might have for the future. Elders, staff and other church leaders will be involved over these next few weeks and months, studying and dreaming. We covet your prayers as we decide how best to use the great resources of our campus and buildings to facilitate our mission of Equipping Disciples for the Service of Christ. The process will continue into the fall, and we will update you, most certainly, on what discoveries we make.