Central Presbyterian Church

CHANCEL FLOWERS today are given by Jeanne Morrison, in loving memory of her husband, William E. Morrison.

THE HANDBELL CHOIR will be holding a concert today at 3 p.m. to share their England Program with the CPC church family before their tour in June. Light refreshments will be served following the concert.

HELP SAVE A LIFE!  The Penn-Jersey Region of the American Red Cross sent over 300 units of blood and blood products to Boston following the attacks there.  Some of those very units might have been collected right here at CPC in March.  Consider donating at our next ARC Blood Drive on Friday, May 24^th from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Sign up at the Welcome Center today, or call the church office for an appointment.

GRADUATING?  If you or your child is graduating from high school, college, or graduate programs, please contact the church office by May 24^th so we can celebrate students’ accomplishments in worship on June 2^nd.

KIDS CENTRAL PRESCHOOL is currently enrolling 3- and 4-year-olds for the 2013/2014 school year. Call Robin Chiavetta at 610-269-0297.

FEATURED COMPOSERS OF SACRED MUSIC.  Dove Award- winning songwriter, Paul Baloche, has written hundreds of songs featured on a variety of albums, including such popular favorites as “Open the Eyes of My Heart”, “Above All”, “Praise Adonai”, “Offering”, and “Our God Saves”. In addition to his songwriting success, Paul has been playing guitar and teaching professionally for 25 years. He has also developed a series of DVDs that are designed to help worship leaders and musicians expand their skills. For nearly 20 years, Paul has served as the Worship Pastor at Community Christian Fellowship in Lindale, Texas.  Jean Berger, Ph.D., 1909–2002, was born Arthur Schloßberg into a Jewish family in Hamm, Germany.  When the Nazi Party seized power in 1933, he moved to Paris, then to Brazil and finally to the U.S.  An accomplished composer, conductor and professor, Berger’s music reflects Franco-German folk music, Brazilian rhythms and choral sound.  Fluent in 7 languages, Berger’s most famous composition, the Brazilian Psalms, was written for the church.

CPC’S SPRING OUTDOOR FLOWER GARDENS are sponsored by the Memorial Committee in memory of those who have gone before us in life & ministry at Central Presbyterian Church.

DEACONS READY TO HELP.  After the service every Sunday, two Deacons will be at a table in Fellowship Hall ready to answer questions or provide information about the CPC Deacons.  Please stop by to say hello.

 

THE NEXT CPC MEN’S GROUP MEETING is scheduled for Thursday, May 23^rd, from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.  in the Prayer Room.  Please come join us for prayer, interesting and relevant topics of discussion and good fellowship.  If you are interested in growing in relationship with God and other men within our congregation, please come . . . you will not be disappointed.  Also beginning in the fall, we will be expanding our format to include a breakfast meeting at an offsite location. 

TOILETRIES COLLECTION.  Please remember on your next stop at a hotel to think about donating the unused toiletries to the CYWA.  There is a collection basket in the west Narthex.  Thank you.

HELP SHAPE YOUNG LIVES.  Kids Central is in search of a church member to join the Kids Central Preschool Board for the term beginning in September 2013.  Please contact Susan Farrell at farrellroy@verizon.net or Jim Price at jprice@wcupa.edu if you are interested.

A CPC CELEBRATION WEEKEND begins Friday, May 31^st, with a Coffee House and Art Show.  If you are interested in displaying your photography, hanging textile art, or painting in oils, pastels, watercolors, etc., please contact Jody Flecken at jbflecken@verizon.net.

SUNDAY CELEBRATION.  Please plan to come to Fellowship Hall following worship on Sunday, June 2.  Our whole church family will enjoy the culmination of our CPC Celebration Weekend with connection and conversation, a delicious brunch, and the presentation of Robert Ray’s “Gospel Mass” by an enthusiastic group of multi-generational singers.   Invite your friends—it will be fun!

“IT’S COOL IN THE FURNACE” will be presented by our youth on Sunday, June 9^th.  We will also be commissioning all those participating in the Mission Work trip which will be leaving after the service for the week to help with Hurricane Sandy relief.

IT’S NOT TOO LATE to register for Vacation Bible School at Central Presbyterian Church, July 8-12, for students Pre-K through 6^th grade.  You will find registration forms in the west Narthex.

 

Summer Hours Coming!

Beginning next Sunday, May 26^th, our worship service hours will change to 9:30 a.m., with Fellowship at 10:30 a.m.  There will be no Sunday School.  Please mark your calendars now!  

 

CHANCEL FLOWERS today are given by Cathy Hollway, in loving memory of her son, John P. Hollway.

 

BAPTISED THIS MORNING are Luke Whitney Sperling and Samuel Donald Sperling, sons of Mary and Scott Sperling. Welcome!

 

 

OUR PRAYERS AND SYMPATHY are with the Johnston family on the passing of Marian Johnston on April 9^th.

 

A CANDLELIGHT VIGIL AND MEMORIAL SERVICE to remember victims of homicide and law enforcement officers fallen in the line of duty will be held here at CPC on Thursday, April 25^th, beginning at 6:30 p.m.  The vigil and service , which is sponsored by the Crime Victims’ Center of Chester County, will conclude with a short candlelight walk to the Victims’ Memorial in Kardon Park, weather permitting.  Refreshments will be served at the church following the walk.  A slideshow of photos will run through the service.  For more information, please contact Gina at 610-692-7420.

 

THE SEMI-ANNUAL PARKING LOT SALE will take place on Saturday, April 27^th, from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.  There will be up to 60 vendors, a White Elephant Table, and Bake Table. Join us for our delicious hot dogs, chili, meatball subs (mmm…), and homemade soups sold by the bowl or by the quart.  Call Kathy Mendoza at 610-942-3770 if you still need a spot.  Come, shop, eat!  Bring a friend . . . or two!  See you there!

 

THE EVANGELISM COMMITTEE would like to thank everyone for their contributions and help to make this year’s Easter Celebration another success!   It was wonderful to learn about the true meaning of Easter through a story and pictures and to hear the joyous voices of children during the Egg Hunt.
GOOD WORKS will be meeting on the fourth Saturday, April 27^th,  at 9 a.m.  Join us to help us make a homeowner’s  place warmer, safer, and drier. Please contact  Jim Lucas (484-883-5769) or Koren Motel  (484-883-2205) for specific directions to our new homeowner.

 

CHURCH WOMEN UNITED will be meeting here at CPC on Friday, May 3^rd, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  All women of the church are invited to attend a program that includes Bible study and lunch. Please contact the church office or Mae Jean Rosser at 610-384-2510 to register so we will know how many will be here for lunch.  Cost of the lunch is $2.

 

WE WANT YOU—to join the Kids Central Preschool Board and help shape young lives.  We are in search of a church member to fill a position

whose term begins September 2013.  If interested, contact Susan Farrell at farrellroy@verizon.net, or Jim Price at jprice@wcupa.edu.

 

KIDS CENTRAL PRESCHOOL is currently enrolling 3- and 4-year-olds for the 2013/2014 school year.  If you know a child who would benefit from a quality Christian preschool experience, please call Director Robin Chiavetta at 610-269-0297.

 

HELP WANTED:  Do you love working with kids?  How would you like to get paid for it?  Kids Central is looking for the right person to fill a 2 to 3-day/week Teacher’s Assistant position beginning with the 2013-2014 school year.  Great Hours! If interested call Director Robin Chiavetta at 610-269-0297 or 610-518-3338; or, you can e-mail your letter of interest to kidscentral@cpcdowningtown.org.

 

NIGHTLIGHT JEWELRY will be available in the Narthex next Sunday, April 28^th.  Give a gift of beauty that provides hope to exploited women and children while supporting one of Nikki Jordan’s ministry partners in Thailand.  For more information, to make a donation, or to order online, visit: www.nightlightinternational.com.

 

THE CPC DAUGHTER’S LUNCHEON will be hosted by the Lydia Circle on Saturday, May 11^th.

 

INVITATION TO CELEBRATE WITH MUSIC!  Please be a part of our “All Church Musical” singing Robert Ray’s “GOSPEL MASS.”   On June 2^nd following the worship service, we will gather in Fellowship Hall for brunch and to share in this musical offering. Rehearsals start today at 11:30 a.m. Please contact Anne Cowburn for more information.

 

HELP SAVE A LIFE!  There will be a Red Cross Blood Drive here at CPC on Friday, May 24^th, from 2 to 7 p.m.  You can sign up by calling the Red Cross at 1-800-RED CROSS or on-line at redcrossblood.org and entering CPC’s Donor Code:  0224124.  Thank you!

 

SPRING COFFEEHOUSE AND ART SHOW on Friday, May 31st.  If you are interested n displaying your photography, hanging textile art, or painting in oils, pastels, watercolors, etc., at our Spring Coffeehouse and Art Show, please contact Jody Flecken at jbflecken@verizon.net.

 

THANK YOU.  Wes Pannebaker would like to thank everyone for the thoughts, prayers, and good wishes extended to him regarding his recent surgery.

CHANCEL FLOWERS today are given by Stanli and Steve Cushman, in honor of Anuska Choc, Stanli’s mother.

 

OUR PRAYERS AND SYMPATHY are with Dave and Diane Ward on the recent loss of Dave’s mother, Juanita Ward, following a long and courageous battle with cancer.  Expressions of sympathy can be sent to the Wards by obtaining their address at the church office.

 

A CELEBRATION OF THE MINISTRY of Youth Director Colin Cannon will take place today during Fellowship time this morning.  Please come say goodbye to Colin as we wish him all the best in his new career.  Cards and/or gifts can be sent to Colin and Kelsey by obtaining their address from the church office. 

 

ATTENTION YOUTH IN GRADES 6 TO 12! You must let Pastor Emily know today if you plan to go on the 2013 summer mission trip to do Hurricane Sandy relief in New Jersey!  No payment is due until April 21^st, but she must submit our final count on Monday.  Projects will be work-based, and there will be a great deal of manual labor with relationship building with home owners (not beach houses, people’s true homes).  We will be going with the mission organization Team Effort from June 9^th-15^th.  The cost is $250 and scholarships are available.

 

THE NEXT INQUIRER’S CLASS will be held on Wednesday, April 10^th, at 7:00 p.m.  Please call the church office if you would like to attend.

 

TODAY IS THE LAST DAY TO REGISTER for the Women’s Retreat at St. John’s Presbyterian Church in Devon, to be held Saturday, April 13^th, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Sponsored by Central’s PW, it is called “The Cup of Our Life,” and will be led by Pastor Emily.  Cost is $30 and includes continental breakfast and lunch.  Please fill out a registration form at the Welcome Center today, or call Joanne Bilyew if you have any questions.

 

KIDS CENTRAL PRESCHOOL is currently enrolling 3- and 4-year-olds for the 2013/2014 school year.  If you know a child who would benefit from a quality Christian preschool experience, please call Director Robin Chiavetta at 610-269-0297.

 

FATHER ELIAS CHACOUR will be speaking at the National Cathedral in Washington, D.C. on April 10 at 7 p.m.  Tickets are not required.  Please contact Anne Cowburn if you are interested in attending this lecture.

 

TEACHING ASSISTANT position available.  Do you love children and like keeping a flexible schedule?  Kids Central may have just the opportunity for you.  We are seeking loving, nurturing individuals who want to be the hands and feet of God to our 3- and 4-year-olds.  If you are interested in spending some Monday, Wednesday or Friday mornings as a substitute Teacher’s Assistant, please contact Robin Chiavetta at 610-269-0297.

 

WE WANT YOU—to join the Kids Central Preschool Board and help shape young lives.  We are in search of a church member to fill a position whose term begins September 2013.  If interested, contact Susan Farrell at farrellroy@verizon.net, or Jim Price at jprice@wcupa.edu.

 

INVITATION TO CELEBRATE WITH MUSIC!  Please be a part of our “All Church Musical” singing Robert Ray’s “GOSPEL MASS.”   On June 2nd following the worship service, we will gather in Fellowship Hall for brunch and to share in this musical offering.  An information meeting will be held next Sunday, April 14th, in the Sanctuary following worship.  If you are unable to attend this meeting, please contact Anne Cowburn for information.

 

THE SEMI-ANNUAL PARKING LOT SALE will take place on Saturday, April 27^th, from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.  There will be up to 60 vendors, a White Elephant Table, and Bake Table. Join us for our delicious hot dogs, chili, meatball subs (mmm…), and homemade soups sold by the bowl or by the quart.  Call Kathy Mendoza at 610-942-3770 if you still need a spot.  Come, shop, eat!  Bring a friend. . . or two!  See you there!

 

SECOND- OR THIRD-GRADERS who have not yet received their Bible should contact Rev. Chudy or the church office.

 

LOST AND FOUND.  Throughout the winter months, we have accumulated many articles in our Lost and Found.  For the next two Sundays, we will have the items out at the Welcome Center.  We encourage you to look through them and claim anything that is yours.  Unclaimed items will be donated to Good Will at the end of the month.

 

THE CHANCEL CHOIR will be singing a series of anthems in April which are based on Early American Hymn tunes and Spirituals.  As we celebrate Eastertide together, we are reminded in these traditional and historic musical expressions how the power of the resurrection of our Lord, Jesus Christ guided our country’s people.

 

VBS REGISTRATION FORMS are available in the Narthex.  We are so excited about this tremendous program.  Sign up today!

TODAY WE ARE RECEIVING THE ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING offering and “fish boxes,” to help further the mission work of the PC(USA).  Thank you for your generosity.

 

THE NEXT INQUIRERS CLASS will be held on Wednesday, April 10^th, at 7:00 p.m.  Please contact the church office if you are interested in membership or have questions about the work and worship of Central Presbyterian Church.

 

VBS REGISTRATION FORMS will be available in the Narthex today.  We are so excited about this tremendous summer program.  Sign up today!

 

THE CUP OF OUR LIFE, a one-day spiritual retreat for all women of the church, will be held on Saturday, April 13^th, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at St. John’s Presbyterian Church in Devon.  Based on the book by Joyce Rupp, this retreat uses the metaphor of a “cup” to symbolize the different ways we can approach God.  Sometimes our cup is full, other times it is empty, sometimes it is broken or chipped.  The cost of the retreat is $30, which includes a continental breakfast and lunch.  The retreat is sponsored by PW, and is being led this year by our own Pastor Chudy.  Registration forms and maps are at the Welcome Center. For questions call Joanne Bilyew.

 

SECOND- OR THIRD-GRADERS who did not receive their Bible last Sunday should please contact Rev. Chudy or the church office.

 

THE DEACONS SENIOR LUNCHEON will be held on Tuesday, April 9^th, from 12 to 2 p.m.  Please come out and join our seniors and veterans for this traditional spring luncheon offering delicious food and great entertainment.  Please see the sign-up sheet at the Welcome Center if you can help set up, clean up or serve.  Or, contact Barbara Leisenring or Maria Llevat for more information or to volunteer.

 

IT IS WITH GREAT PLEASURE that we announce Central’s new Financial Secretary, Elizabeth (Betsy) Williams, effective Tuesday, April 2^nd.   Betsy lives in Malvern with her husband Kurt, and their two daughters, Carolyn and Victoria (Tory).  She is a graduate of Washington & Jefferson College where she earned her Bachelor of Arts, majoring in Accounting,.  She also earned a certificate in Elementary Education from Immaculata University.  Betsy and her family are active members at First Presbyterian Church of West Chester.  We are very delighted to have Betsy on staff, and we ask God to richly bless her as she joins our team here at Central.

 

CPC “COUNTY FAIR” YOUTH AUCTION has been postponed until a later date.  Please be aware that there will be other fundraising opportunities that the youth will be doing to raise money for their mission trip.  We graciously ask for your support.

 

2013 MISSION TRIP.  Join us for our 2013 summer mission trip to do hurricane Sandy Relief in New Jersey!!!  Open to students from 6^th -12^th grade.  Projects will be work based and there will be a great deal of manual labor with relationship building with home owners (not beach houses, people’s true home).  We will be going with the mission organization Team Effort from June 9^th-15^th.   The cost is $250 and scholarships are available.  For more information contact Emily at echudy@cpcdowningtown.org or call the church office.

 

THERE ARE STILL A FEW SPOTS AVAILABLE for the CPC Parking Lot sale, Saturday, April 27^th.  Please contact chairperson Kathy Mendoza at 610-942-3770 if you are interested.  Rain date is May 4^th.

 

CHILI  AND SOUP.  The Core Fund is offering chili and Italian Wedding soup plus Chicken Noodle and Beef Noodle soup from now through the April 27^th Parking Lot Sale.  Our price has increased to $6 per quart due to ingredient prices.  The extra dollar covers the extra flavor!  Pay at the church office, or purchase at the sale.

 

THE RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE has been changed to Friday, May 24^th, from 2 to 7 p.m.  Please give the gift of life.  If you would like to help out as a donor, hospitality volunteer or recruiter, please contact Dave Cowburn with questions or for more information.

 

CHURCH WOMEN UNITED will be meeting here at CPC on Friday, May 3^rd, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  All women of the church are invited to attend a program that includes Bible study and lunch.  Please contact Mae Jean Rosser for more information.

 

ON THEIR TRIP TO ISRAEL IN JANUARY, the six CPC Pilgrims were privileged to hear the Archbishop of Galilee, Elias Chacour, speak and were greatly moved by the story of Christians who have followed Christ since His very time. ”From my perspective, both as a believer and as a diplomat, I take hope and comfort in knowing that amid all the hatred, destruction, and death, Father Chacour continues his patient work, softening one heart at a time,” stated James A. Baker, III, U.S. Secretary of State, 1989-1992.   Father Chacour will speak at the National Cathedral in Washington, D.C. on April 10 at 7 p.m.  Tickets are not required.  Contact Anne Cowburn if you are interested in attending this lecture.

 

 

Passion/Palm Sunday

 

CHANCEL FLOWERS for Palm Sunday are given in loving memory of Aleen Sciandra by Jim Sciandra and family.

OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY is extended to John Hammond and family on the passing of Marjorie Sue Hammond on March 15^th.  Expressions of sympathy can be sent to John at 568 Freedom Blvd., Coatesville, PA  19320.

 

OUR PRAYERS AND SYMPATHY are with our Financial Secretary Nancy Sale in the loss of her sister, Camilla Anderson.  Services were held this week in Joliet, Illinois.  Expressions of sympathy can be sent to Nancy and her family at 700 Farmington Avenue, Apt. 32, Pottstown, PA  19464.

 

SUMMER PREVIEW DAY.  Join us after worship today in Fellowship Hall to learn more about our CPC summer programs for children and youth.  Registration for students and sign-ups for volunteers begins today for VBS, Camp Donegal, Triennium and the Youth Mission Trip!

 

BILL TOWNSEND, baritone, will present a concert of sacred and classical selections on Monday, March 25^th, at 7:00 p.m. in the sanctuary.  Please come to celebrate beautiful messages of Holy Week in music and support the vocal studies of one of CPC’s most gifted musicians with a free-will offering.

 

HYMNS AND THEIR STORIES.  On Wednesday, March 27^th, Ron and Joan Giles will present the stories behind the writing of hymns

 

THANK YOU to all of the CPC volunteers who worked so diligently to make the Presbytery meeting held here at Central a resounding success!

 

TODAY IS THE LAST SUNDAY to purchase Easter Flowers and Gideon Bibles “in memory of ” or “in honor of ” loved ones.  Tulips, lilies and daffodils are $8.50 and Bibles are $5.00.  Order envelopes are available at the Welcome Center.  Please make checks payable to CPC.

 

A COMMUNION EDUCATION DINNER for elementary-aged children and their families will be held on Maundy Thursday, March 28^th, at 5:45 p.m., followed by the Communion service at 7:00 p.m.  Please RSVP to Emily by Tuesday, March 26^th, if you plan to attend.

 

AN EASTER EGG HUNT will be held on Saturday, March 30^th, beginning at 10:00 a.m.  The morning will include a program in the sanctuary telling the Easter story, followed by the hunt (rain or shine), refreshments, and a take-home craft.  Bring your own baskets.  Please see the bulletin board by the Welcome Center if you would like to donate eggs and/or candy.  Please remember that because of food allergies, no candy with peanuts or peanut butter should be donated.  Thank you.

 

2013 MISSION TRIP. Join us for our 2013 summer mission trip to do Hurricane Sandy relief in New Jersey!  Open to students from 6^th-12^th grades.  Projects will be work-based, and there will be a great deal of manual labor with relationship building with home owners (not beach houses, people’s true homes).  We will be going with the mission organization Team Effort from June 9^th-15^th.  The cost is $250 and scholarships are available.  For more information, email Colin at ccannon@cpcdowningtown.org.

 

A SPECIAL NEEDS BOY SCOUT from St. Joseph’s Troop 2 in Downingtown will be collecting new hats and gloves for the homeless shelters as his Eagle Scout Project.  CPC and our Troop 23 would like to give him our support.  The shelters need men’s and ladies’ sizes medium to large. Please drop off your donations for the next two weeks in the collection bins in the Narthexes.  Thank you so much for your support.

 

CPC “COUNTY FAIR” YOUTH AUCTION—Saturday, May 4^th in    Fellowship Hall.  There will be great carnival games, tons of energy and all the proceeds go to help our youth mission and ministries.  The meal this year is fried chicken, mac & cheese, green beans, and a wonderful dessert.  Join us for the sights and sounds of the County Fair.  Signups for dinner start April 7^th and run through April 28^th. Donation forms should be dropped off in the church office.

 

CHILI AND SOUP.  The Core Fund is offering chili and Italian Wedding soup plus Chicken Noodle and Beef Noodle soup from now through the April 27^th Parking Lot Sale.  Our price has increased to $6 per quart due to ingredient prices.  The extra dollar covers the extra flavor!  Pay at the church office, or purchase at the sale.

 

ANY SECOND- OR THIRD-GRADER who did not receive their Bible last Sunday should please contact Rev. Chudy or the church office.

 

A BIG THANK YOU TO ALL WHO ATTENDED THE SPRING TEA last Sunday afternoon.  Your support for the upcoming goodwill tour of England this summer is greatly appreciated by the Celebration Ringers!

 

TRIMBLE UPDATE.  A recent email from Doug Trimble says, “Thanks for praying for us.  CPC has been amazing in its support of us from day one!  CPC occupies a special place in our heart.  We are again amazed with the huge financial support. Margy and I are looking forward to seeing you this summer when we return.”

 

CHANCEL FLOWERS today are given in loving memory of Bob Schafer by James, Carol and Andrew McGowan.

 

A COMMUNITY LENTEN SERVICE will be held at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 338 Manor Avenue in Downingtown, on Wednesday, March 6^th  at noon, followed by a light luncheon.

 

THE WORKING GUILD COMMUNITY LUNCHEON will be held on Thursday, March 7^th, beginning at 11:00 a.m. and continuing to 1:00 p.m.  The Working Guild members will be serving their popular homemade soups, sandwiches, salads, and desserts for a reasonable price.  Come enjoy the delicious food and Christian fellowship.

 

THE FIRST ANNUAL SPRING CRAFT FAIR will be held on Saturday, March 9^th, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.  We are welcoming spring with fellowship, food and crafts.  There will be a variety of craft vendors, plus the CPC bake table and many homemade lunch items for sale. Please contact Kathy Mendoza if you would like more information.

 

MEET YOUR DEACONS NEXT SUNDAY. The church family, friends and the Downingtown community are invited to “meet and greet with the Deacons” and enjoy social hour hosted by the Deacons in Fellowship Hall after the worship service next Sunday, March 10th.

 

SPRING AHEAD!  Don’t forget to turn your clocks ahead one hour next weekend for Daylight Savings Time.

 

GIVE BLOOD AND HELP SAVE LIVES.  The American Red Cross Bloodmobile will be here at CPC on Monday, March 11^th, from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.  You can make an appointment by calling 1-800-REDCROSS, or sign up on-line at redcrossblood.org.

 

MARCH= MISSIONARY CHILDREN’S BIRTHDAYS!

Calvin (16), Anna (14), Katherine (11) would welcome your birthday cards and joyful greetings. Their parents are Central’s very own PC(USA) missionaries! Cherish this family and their amazing work—the Lord does! Contact the church office for contact information.

 

EASTER FLOWERS AND GIDEON BIBLES can be purchased in memory of or in honor of loved ones.  Tulips, lilies and daffodils are $8.50 and Bibles are $5.00.  Order envelopes are available at the Welcome Center.  Please make checks payable to CPC.  Order deadline is March 26^th.

Holy Week Highlights

Monday, March 25^th, 7:00 p.m. – Billy Townsend will present a concert of sacred and classic songs.  Freewill offering supports Bill’s vocal studies.

Wednesday, March 27^th, 7:00 p.m. – “Hymns and Their Stories”

Ron and Jean Giles will present a concert of Lenton hymns and tell the stories behind them.

Thursday, March 28^th, 5:45 p.m. – Family Dinner/Communion Education

                                       7:00 p.m. – Maundy  Thursday Communion Service

 

THE CELEBRATION RINGERS INVITE YOU to their Spring Tea fundraiser on Sunday, March 17^th, at 3:00 p.m.  Douglas Coombes and Carole Lindsay-Douglas will provide authentic English entertainment while you relax with friends at this scrumptious three-course English tea served by the Bell Choir members.  Tickets are $25 and will be available while they last at the Welcome Center.  Checks may be made payable to:  CPC Senior Bell Choir.  Proceeds will support the cost of a coach for the Bell Choir tour in England this summer.

 

FINANCIAL SECRETARY POSITION AVAILABLE.  We are looking to fill a part time (20 hours/week) Financial Secretary position for CPC.  The job involves handling the church’s bookkeeping and accounting procedures including but not limited to: payroll, accounts receivable, accounts payable, investments, stock conversions, financial record keeping, financial statements and reports as needed and any other duties as assigned by the Church Business Administrator and in support of the church at large.  Candidates should have a degree in accounting and have at least 3-5 years experience and be skilled in Quick Books, MS Word, PowerPoint  & Excel.  If interested, please email or fax resume to the church office attention Gerry Mello at:  gmello@cpcdowningtown.org or 610-269-9842.

 

SAVE THE DATE for an evening of good food, fellowship, and crazy traveling around town with your friends.  Our next Progressive Dinner will be held Saturday, March 23^rd, with the dessert course to take place here at the church in Fellowship Hall.  Sign-up sheets will be available soon at the Welcome Center.

 

KIDS CENTRAL PRESCHOOL has an opening in the Four’s class.  If you know of a 4-year-old (by Sept. 1, 2012) who would benefit from our program, please call Director Robin Chiavetta at 610-269-0297.

 

CHANCEL FLOWERS today are given in loving memory of Gordon Stevenson by Arlene Stevenson.

 

A COMMUNITY LENTEN SERVICE will be held here at CPC on Wednesday, February 27^th at noon, followed by a light luncheon.

 

THE FIRST ANNUAL SPRING CRAFT FAIR will be held on Saturday, March 9^th, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.  After 19 years of success with the Fall Craft Fair, we are now welcoming spring with fellowship, food and crafts.  There will be a variety of craft vendors, plus the CPC bake table and many homemade lunch items for sale. Please contact Kathy Mendoza if you would like more information.

 

COME ONE, COME ALL to “Meet Your Deacon” Sunday on Sunday, March 10^th.  The church family, friends and the Downingtown community are invited to “meet and greet with the Deacons” and enjoy social hour hosted by the Deacons in Fellowship Hall after the worship service.

 

LOOKING FOR MUSICIANS!  The Praise Band is looking for people who play guitar, drums, bass or keyboard.  We’d love to have volunteers put their instrumental talents to use on a regular basis or as substitutes.  We can help you learn the songs.  Please introduce yourself on a Sunday, stop by our Tuesday rehearsals, or email amy@liskfamily.com.  Invite family members, friends, neighbors, or coworkers.

 

WE ARE LOOKING FOR YOU!  If you have not been receiving mailings from CPC, please call the church office to provide us with your home and email address. Or, if you see any errors in your contact information in our recently published directory, please let us know!

 

THE CELEBRATION RINGERS INVITE YOU to their Spring Tea fundraiser on Sunday, March 17^th, at 3:00 p.m.  Douglas Coombes and Carole Lindsay-Douglas will provide authentic English entertainment while you relax with friends at this scrumptious three-course English tea served by the Bell Choir members.  Tickets are $25 and will be available while they last at the Welcome Center.  Checks may be made payable to:  CPC Senior Bell Choir.  Proceeds will support the cost of a coach for the Bell Choir tour in England this summer.

 

IT’S TIME TO REGISTER for the 2013-2014 school year at Kids Central Preschool.  Please contact Director Robin Chiavetta at 610-269-0297 if you need further information or wish to register.

 

SAVE THE DATE for an evening of good food, fellowship, and crazy traveling around town with your friends.  Our next Progressive Dinner will be held Saturday, March 23^rd, with the dessert course to take place here at the church in Fellowship Hall.  Sign-up sheets will be available soon at the Welcome Center.

 

KIDS CENTRAL PRESCHOOL has an opening in the Four’s class.  If you know of a 4-year-old (by Sept. 1, 2012) who would benefit from our program, please call Director Robin Chiavetta at 610-269-0297.

 

UMM, UMM, GOOD.  Homemade Italian Wedding Soup, Chili and now Chicken Noodle Soup are available in the west end freezer by the kitchen door.  These are being sold for a limited time only—until the March Craft Show.  The cost is $5.00 per quart, and all proceeds go to the CPC Core Fund.  Please help yourself, and pay at the office.

 

PICKING UP SINGING FOR LENT?  Expanded Festival Choir Sundays, 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. starting today, and Thursdays, 8:30-9:15 p.m.

 

CELEBRATING MISSION BEYOND CENTRAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

 

 We recently received a most appreciative letter from the Presbyterian World Mission Agency. In part it says, “Thank you for your recent gift of $10,000 for the support of Douglas & Margaret. Your gracious and faithful support changes lives for the sake of the gospel around the world.” Your contributions to the Core Fund support this wonderful mission work.

 

In January our Deacons disbursed $1,627 to neighbors for assistance with emergency needs such as rent, utilities, food. Our gifts to the Deacon Fund (First Sunday loose offering and the green Deacon envelopes) support this community outreach.

 

During the first two Sundays in February the Presbyterian Women collected $1000 for Blanket Sunday. This supports the fabulous work of Church World Service as they respond to critical needs all around the world. Your direct gifts to PW make this mission beyond CPC possible.

Thank You For Reaching Out With Gifts of Love