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FIRST PRESBYTERIAN
CHURCH
1215
VIRGINIA EPISCOPAL SCHOOL ROAD
LYNCHBURG, VA
24503
Worship
8:45
A.M. &
11:00
A.M.
Sunday School –
10:00
A.M.
Phone:
434-384-6231
http://www.firstpreslynchburg.org
*EMAIL: info@fpcly.org
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INTRODUCTION
AN INVITATION
e) in
retreats, camps, and conferences.
The confessional
documents of the church provide guidance in nurture. Education materials
developed for various approaches to Christian nurture are appropriate for
use as approved by the session.” (W-6.2006)
With gratitude for
our leaders, teachers, and many other volunteers, you are
enthusiastically invited to participate in any of the programs described
in this booklet. Don’t hesitate to contact the church office with your
questions.
See
you at church!
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LOCATING A SUNDAY
SCHOOL CLASS
Adults
1.
Christian Exploration
Class – Parlor, Room
114,
2.
Family Matters – Officers’ Room, Room
117
3.
Manson-Stewart Class – Chapel, Sanctuary level,
beside the Library
4.
Martin-Gifford Class – Rooms
119-121,
Sanctuary
level, overlooking rear
parking lot
5.
Pastor’s Class – Fellowship Hall, beside the
rear parking lot
Child Care
(Both rooms
near the elevator)
1. Crib
Room Room
12, ground floor, near
rear parking lot
2. Nursery
Room
8, ground floor, near
rear parking lot
Children
(Ground floor, near rear of building)
1.
2
&
3-yr.
Olds Room
7
2.
4-yr.
Olds Room
9
3.
Kindergarten Room
14
4.
1st
Grade Room
15
&
2nd
Grades
(Sanctuary level)
5.
3rd
Grade Room
118
4th
Grades Room
120
Youth
(Second floor)
1.
5th
Grade Room
212
2.
6th
Grade Room
205
3.
7th
Grade Room
204
(Ground floor,
below Chapel)
1.
8th
Grade Room
1
2.
Sr. Highs
Room
2
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SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHERS
Two and
Three-Year
Olds
Room
7
Fifth Grade
Room
212
Amy & Byron Thompson
384-1017
Nan Dugger
847-0653
Brooke & Clu
Pettyjohn
384-1619
Carol Anne Cosby
847-2618
Claudia & Greg Pierpoint
384-8188
Ellen Agnew
384-5767
(Pageant)
Four-Year
Olds
Room
9
Sixth Grade
Room
205
Helen Gilmer
384-0428
Anne Alfieri
386-4854
Julie Brammer
384-5963
Lloyd Agnew
384-5767
Lou Mekanik
384-7975
Chip Holston
386-5518
Kindergarten
Room
14
Seventh Grade
Room
204
Katherine
Erwin
386-3910
Susan Craighill
384-6678
Amy
Heppner
384-8880
Blitz James
384-0682
John
Tinsley
384-1547
Bob Richards
384-8223
First and
Second Grades
Room
15
Eighth Grade
Room
1
Barbara
Owen
384-8168
Kitty Bass
384-6828
Susan
Arthur
384-3856
Sandra Wilson
384-3963
Shari
Harris
384-6088
Laura Crumbley
384-8385
Peggy
Teague
384-8106
Third
Grade
Room
118
Sr. Highs Room
2
Lea
Bennett
384-8204
Eric Koroneos
384-2696
Rob Craighill
385-6670
Denise McDonald
384-3834
Cheryl
Warren
384-0082
Fourth Grades
Room
120
Chris Heppner
384-8880
Robyn Johnsen
384-8651
Sunday School Superintendent:
Noël Thomas
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SUNDAY
NURSERY CARE
Nursery
care is provided for children who are infants and toddlers during Sunday
School and all worship services. Our nursery care providers are always
concerned for the security and nurture of every child placed under their
care. Parents of children in the nursery are asked to share their time
in providing care several Sundays per year. The Christian Education
Committee reviews the policies and concerns pertaining to the nursery.
[Coordinator:
Claudia Pierpoint [384-8188]
WORSHIP WORKSHOP
Worship Workshop is an extended worship
session offered to children four and above who are excused from the
11:00
A.M. worship service (10:00
A.M. summer) just after the children’s message. Adult volunteers help
coordinators for
30
minutes using prepared lesson materials that are provided. Craft
activities are frequently employed.
Parents of children who participate in Worship Workshop are asked to
share their time in providing care several Sundays per year.
[Coordinator:
Claudia Pierpoint [384-8188]
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ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL
CLASSES
THE CHRISTIAN EXPLORATIONS CLASS
– Parlor (Room
114)
World religions, marriage, what
Presbyterians believe, parenting, history of the Bible, pop culture,
televangelism, terrorism. . . If any of these topics interest you, then
this is the class for you! Join us as we explore these and other issues
through the lenses of our faith. Our interaction, discussion, and
sharing together takes on issues in units of one to six weeks.
Participants or groups of participants will present topics of particular
interest to them. Join us and make sure that issues of concern to you
are among those under consideration. Our class is always lively and a
stimulant to the growth of faith. Newcomers and visitors are always
welcome.
[Leaders:
Emmett Lifsey, Chal Nunn]
THE FAMILY
MATTERS CLASS – Officers’
Room (Room
117)
Our class welcomes adults of all ages
and family circumstances to join our Sunday School family. We address
“family matters” such as Christian parenting, marriage and relationships,
but also challenge ourselves to look for God’s guidance, as evidenced in
the Bible, in all facets of our lives.
We have divided
this year into two sections. During the first several months of the
Sunday School calendar we will examine our individual and very personal
relationships with God. A combination of class discussion, book study
and video presentations will be utilized as we delve into topics such as
Spirituality, Sabbath-keeping, Advent Preparation and Prayer.
The second phase
of the year expands our focus from our solitary relationship with our
Creator to creating Godly relationships within our homes. From
communication and “fighting-fair” to sexuality, domestic cooperation and
budgeting, a Christian marriage is to be modeled on Biblical principles
and rely greatly on repentance, forgiveness and unified vision. With
invited expert speakers, testimonies from couples who have succeeded in
making marriage a truly Holy and Blessed Union and lots of frank
conversation, we anticipate this will serve as an enriching experience
for many in the class. Lastly, we plan to study the Apostle Paul from an
historic perspective, touching on his teachings regarding marriage and
relationships. (Continued on next page)
Adult Sunday School Classes
As
in past years, the interests of the participants guide the topics of
discussion, and tangents are the rule! We welcome everyone back to the
class this year and hope to see many new faces as well. We especially
encourage new members and regular visitors to join us each Sunday at
10:00
A.M. in the “Officers’ Room” (Room
117).
WELCOME TO THE
FAMILY!!!
[Taught by
Andrea Kittrell and Matt Foster]
THE
MANSON-STEWART BIBLE CLASS
– Chapel
This Bible study class invites people of
all ages to come and enjoy a morning of fellowship, reflection, and
challenging Bible learning. Bring your Bible and join in weekly
presentations that are meant to stimulate our faith. Newcomers are
always welcome! This year continues with the study of
2
Corinthians.
[Taught by
Dick Boswell, Coordinator: Herb Bennett]
THE MARTIN-GIFFORD CLASS
– Room
119
The Martin-Gifford Class will begin the
fall with the study of Paul’s Letter to the Romans. There is time each
week for questions and discussion; but no one is required to speak. The
class consists of both men and women of all ages, both couples and
singles, and new members are always welcome. Join us in Room
119
any Sunday or all Sundays at
10:00
A.M.
[Taught by
Madaline Martin]
PASTOR’S
CLASS – Fellowship Hall
This Bible study
class follows the weekly International Sunday School Lesson (Uniform
Series) which strives to acquaint students with texts from both the Old
and New Testaments. Anyone is invited to join the class as we look at
the designated text for each Sunday and struggle to find its application
for our lives. Topics to be studied during the
2006-2007
year include: God's Covenant (Genesis-2
Chronicles), Christ, the Image
of God (Colossians, Hebrews,
1
John, John, Philippians),
Christ and His Followers in the Gospel of John, the First Epistle of
John, and Revelation.
[Taught by John Scholer]
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CONFIRMATION
Confirmation
is an important step in the Christian maturity of the
8th
graders at First Presbyterian Church. It culminates with members of the
class affirming the questions of church membership during the morning
worship service. The confirmation course varies from year to year, but
elements typically include opportunities for fellowship, learning,
service, worship, and retreat fun.
YOUTH MINISTRY
The
Middle School and Senior High youth gather on Sunday evenings during the
school year, as well as for special events and outings during the
summer. Dinner is usually served for $3.00.
Committed parents and volunteers at First Presbyterian share the vision
of a youth program that will nurture, educate, and equip our youth to
accept life’s challenges with confidence and faith.
Varieties of activities are possible. From putt-putt to bowling to
skiing to summer mission work to camps and conferences, fellowship
opportunities abound for all youth. Interest is high for getting
involved in mission and outreach at both the local and global level. It
may be working on a home renovation project, or raking leaves, or
caroling in a local retirement home. FPC youth are excited about their
chance to help and encourage others.
The Apostle Paul’s admonition to his ministry cohort Timothy is an
instructive and guiding principle: “Don’t let anyone put you down
because you’re young. Teach believers with your life: by word, by
demeanor, by love, by faith, by integrity.” (1
Tim.
4:12)
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THE WEEKDAY SCHOOL
The
Weekday School of First Presbyterian Church was founded in
1946
and continues to be an integral part of the church’s ministry. The
purpose of this early childhood ministry is to provide to our church
members and community the highest quality preschool and extended care
experience possible for children ages twelve months – five years. Along
with a dedicated teaching staff, we are also fortunate to be able to
offer assistance to children with special needs through the Lynchburg
City Schools resource teachers.
The Weekday
School is operated as a part of the church’s educational program under
the supervision of a Weekday School Board which reports through the
Christian Education Committee of the church’s Session directly to church
governing boards. The Marge Dillard Scholarship Fund provides tuition
assistance for families who qualify for yearly tuition aid. An endowment
fund has been established so that interested persons can contribute
towards the long-term educational ministry of the school. The Elise
Mason Playground Fund enables the Weekday School to maintain a quality
playground facility for all of our children.
Our hours of
operation are from
9:00
A.M. to
12:00
noon, five days a week from September through May. “Lunch Bunch”
is an extended classroom session into the afternoon for children aged
3,
4,
and
5.
It lasts until
2:00
P.M. or
5:15
P.M. For additional information about the Weekday School, contact Mrs.
Marie Daughtrey (384-0652).
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FELLOWSHIP
AFTER CHURCH COFFEES:
After the
11:00
A.M. worship, coffee, and lemonade are served in the narthex to encourage
members to greet one another and reach out to visitors.
THE
SINGLE ADULT FELLOWSHIP
is primarily for adult singles of all ages. This group meets monthly for
lunch. Call Maryan Marshall for more information at
239-3340.
FIRST
DINNERS
consists of church members who gather in
each other's home from October to April for four dinners. In groups of
eight, each person brings one of the courses which makes it easy for
everyone. Call the church office at
384-6231
or Norma Stein at
384-6731
to participate or for more information.
SIT AND CHAT:
John Scholer meets with any
interested residents at Westminster Canterbury on the third Tuesday of
the month at
11:00
A.M. in the Hume Room for a time of fellowship and conversation.
MEN’S
FELLOWSHIP:
Men’s Fellowship meets on the second
Tuesday evening of the months of October, November, January, February,
March, and April. Dinner and a guest speaker provide time for the men of
the church to gather for fellowship and learning. Those attending pay
for dinner at the door.
FELLOWSHIP
DINNERS are planned for
the last Wednesday each month from September through May.
SCOUTING:
First Presbyterian Church sponsors Cub Scout Pack
7
and Boy Scout Troop
7.
LIBRARY:
The Library is open as an information resource and meeting place during
regular office hours. [Librarian:
Wynne Kowalski]
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PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN
Do you belong to a
Women’s Circle? This is a
wonderful way to relax, meet new friends, become spiritually refreshed,
and grow in your own faith. We study and socialize together in small
groups. Please contact Winston Green (384-5939)
or Laura Crumbley (384-8385) for more information and details on joining.
CIRCLE SCHEDULE
2007-2008
Horizons Circle
10:00 A.M. on
2nd
Mondays at the church
Opens the year studying: “Above and
Beyond: Hearing God’s Call in Jonah and Ruth”
[Circle led by Laura Crumbley/Laura
Anthony]
The Evening Circle
7:30 P.M. on
2nd
Tuesdays in members’ homes
Studies “ Above and Beyond: Hearing
God‘s Call in Jonah and Ruth”
[Circle Leader – Jeanette Strunk]
The Young Women’s Circle
9:00 A.M. on
1st Tuesdays in
the church library
*Babysitting provided with notice
Bible Moderator: Betty Jo Hamner
[Circle Leader – Susan Craighill]
The Book Circle
10:00 A.M. on
2nd
Mondays September through May in the Library
Book selections announced monthly
[Circle Leader – Jeanne Buhler]
Three times a year, usually in September,
December and March, the Monday circle meetings are followed by a program
and brunch.
All Women of the Church are welcome!
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OPORTUNITIES
FOR BIBLE STUDIES
THURSDAY
STUDY GROUP
The Study Group,
which meets every Thursday, will have its first meeting on Thursday,
September
14,
at
9:30
A.M. in Room
114.
The class ends by
10:45
A.M.
We will begin
the year studying Not the Way It’s Supposed To Be by Cornelius
Plantinga, Jr. Dr. Plantinga will be the guest preacher for the
Offterdinger-Williamson preaching series at FPC in October. Books are
ordered for students through the class.
Join us for
lively discussions, quiet contemplation, fellowship and friendship. Call
Susan Arthur at
586-0862
with any questions.
MEN’S FRIDAY MORNING SMALL GROUP BIBLE
STUDY
A small group
gathers for Bible study on Fridays from
6:30
until
7:30
A.M. in the church library. This is our fifth year. Men take turns
researching topics, preparing lessons, and leading the weekly studies.
We are currently using “The Mighty Acts of God” by A.B. Rhodes (Rev. ed.
2000)
to guide Bible reading and study.
Small groups
provide the deeper exploration of scripture and for exchange of ideas and
discoveries in our quest for discipleship, faith, and spiritual growth.
Please come by if you are interested.
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THE CHOIRS
There is a place for you in the Choir!
First Presbyterian Church offers several choirs through which you may
serve. A total Graded Choir System is designed to utilize and develop the
abilities of all who will use their musical talent for the glory of God.
Singing is for the entire at family at FPC! A carefully planned and
well-rounded music program is offered at each age level. Everyone is
capable. Regardless of former experience, you and every member of your
family can serve. The only requirements are dependability, a love of God
and a sincere desire to serve Him.
THE CHANCEL CHOIR
(Adult, College and High School Singers)
The Chancel Choir continues to be the
leader of the great singing musical heritage that is First Presbyterian
Church. The choir leads in worship every Sunday during the year at the
11:00
worship hour and is a major part of this church’s mission outreach.
Thursday evening rehearsals from
7:15-9:15
begin in late August and continue through May. The Chancel Choir sings
choral literature from Chant to
20th
century masterpieces, contemporary anthems and spirituals. Concerts with
orchestra planned for this season are the Mozart Solemn Vespers
at Christmas and Requiem and Psalm
150
by Anton Bruckner in the
spring. The Choir’s Concert Tour of Scandinavia and Russia this past
summer was very successful. Future tours are in the planning stages.
THE CHANCEL
RINGERS (Adult women and
men)
Rehearsals are on Sunday evenings at
7:00
P.M. beginning on September
10.
The ringers play approximately once a month for both Sunday morning
services and at other special services and events. Substitute ringers
are always needed, and music-reading skills are required for this
ensemble.
OTHER WAYS TO SERVE IN THE MINISTRY OF
MUSIC
Adult instrumentalists and vocalists are
always welcome to lead in worship. Children and Youth who play musical
instruments can also plan to participate in the Youth Musicale Recital
held each spring. Volunteers are always welcome to help with children’s
choirs. Contact the Betenbaughs for details.
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FRIENDS OF MUSIC
The ever-supportive congregation and
Greater Choir of First Presbyterian Church.
♫
The Ministry of Music in our church has
a three-fold function:
1)
To provide the most effective music possible for the worship
services,
2)
To be a means of religious and musical education for each person,
3)
To be a Christian witness to mankind
MUSIC FOR CHILDREN
THE
CHILDREN’S CHOIR (1st
through
5th
grade)
Choir for this age group is a time of
fun and learning about the joy of music. We discover the church year,
learn worship responses, play rhythm instruments, musical games and
prepare age appropriate music for worship to be presented every four to
six weeks. Basic music reading is introduced as well as Choirchimes to
accompany seasonal anthems and songs. Hymns of our Presbyterian heritage
are sung.
The older children are the leaders in
casting for the annual musical. The production for spring of
2007
will be Moses and the Freedom Fanatics. These choristers
also lead in the family Christmas Eve service. Choir time is on
Wednesdays from
4:30-5:30
P.M. beginning on Sept.
6
with a Parent Meeting for sign-up for snacks and duty as a choir parent.
Special rehearsals and activities may
be called occasionally. Parents will be notified with handouts sent home
with children or via e-mail.
MUSIC FOR YOUTH
THE
YOUTH CHOIR (Grades
6
through
12)
Singing, lay reading, anthem texts and
their relationship to worship are the focus of this group of young people
who lead in worship approximately once per month. The Youth Choir meets
each Sunday at
5:30
P.M. in the choir room, beginning on September
10.
The choristers are scheduled to travel to Philadelphia for their
5th
Choir Tour over the Christmas holidays giving several mini-concerts at
historic locations.
YOUTH
HANDBELL CHOIR
This time of fellowship and musical fun
is at
5:00
P.M. on Sunday nights beginning on September
10
in the Bell Room. These ringers lead in worship as often as they have
music prepared at either the early or late service.
PRIVATE
INSTRUCTION
Private instruction for
instrumentalists, vocal soloists or small ensembles may be scheduled for
4:30
P.M. to
5:00
P.M. on Sunday evenings. This would include a combined instrumental
ensemble scheduled to perform during Advent.
Special rehearsals and
activities may be called occasionally. Notification will be made by
e-mail.
… and a little child shall lead them.
Isaiah
10:6
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OUR CHURCH AND
COMMUNITY
Mission is a central
word in the life of First Presbyterian Church. Christ has called each of
us to be disciples. There are many ways to become involved in our mission
life. Our efforts cannot be fully accomplished without the loving hands
and hearts of those who get involved personally. Our Session, which
governs the church, has established two committees, which lead us into
mission, and they seek your help, input, and ideas.
The National and World Mission Group keeps us connected to efforts
beyond our community that are spreading the Word of God, helping those in
need, and responding to crises wherever they may arise. Our church
reaches out in missions across North America and around the globe,
including Africa (Malawi), India, Eastern Europe, South America, West
Indies and Caribbean regions. We support church worship and Bible
instruction, higher education for minority groups and seminarians,
medical care and technical training, elementary and secondary school
facilities and teaching materials, care of orphaned children and
refugees, and installing wells for clean water in remote villages. For
several years our volunteer teams have done hands-on work and trained
local Malawi youth, teachers, and other adults so that they can continue
much-needed renovation of school buildings and construction of church
facilities, using our funds for purchase of vital construction
materials. We have had several teams go to the aid of the Katrina
disaster victims, involving both youth and adults.
We
concentrate our efforts in localities where Presbyterian Church
representatives are at work on site, helping assure successful completion
of these self-help projects. Disaster recovery assistance is also
provided as needs arise.
The Community Mission Group has a long history of reaching
out to others locally. It coordinates volunteer efforts and provides
financial support to at least a twenty-five community ministries.
Ministries
served include senior adult services, housing programs, youth community
programs, homeless and employment skills programs, medical and
prescription drug programs and hunger relief programs. Other programs
are considered as needs arise.
The
Group has many volunteer opportunities throughout the year, both short
term and long term in nature. These include hands-on work helping to
build homes for Habitat for Humanity, teaching or tutoring children
through the Timothy program at Churches for Urban Ministries, providing
traffic control for the
5K
race at Presbyterian Homes & Family Services and collecting donations of
food for the Rivermont Area Food Pantry.
We encourage all
church members to find a role to play to help make a difference in our
community. You will be helping others and helping yourself as well.
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Community Mission
Bernard Baldwin
384-3341
National & World
Mission Pete Hatcher 384-7708
or
nationalworld@fpcly.org
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CHRISTIAN
EDUCATION YOUTH MISSION
MEMBERSHIP ROSTER
2006-2007
SESSION:
Class
Betty Jo
Hamner, Chair
2007
Dickie Stowers,
V. Chair
2008
Helen
Gilmer
2009
Margot
McDonald
2006
DIACONATE:
Matt
Foster
2007
Courtney
Alford
2008
Karen
Riordan
2009
Craig
Tiller
2009
AT LARGE:
Andrea Kittrell
Jennifer Perry
Lee Perry
Blair Rumney
Phebe Wescott
OTHER MEMBERS:
Susan Craighill PW
Representative
Mary Barton Adult
SS Representative
Claudia Pierpoint Worship
Workshop, Nursery
Marie Daughtrey Weekday
School
Dickie Stowers
Scouts
Noël
Thomas Sunday
School Superintendent
Wynne
Kowalski Librarian
Susan
Arthur Children’s
librarian
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