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April Newsletter 2018 West New Bern Presbyterian Church 1701Lucerne Way, New Bern, NC 28560 http://www.westnewbernpc.com Office: (252) 638-1005 Email: [email protected] FROM THE PASTOR I don’t know if I told any of you this, but I love to fish. I probably talk about it too much— just think how much I’d talk about it if I caught more fish! Although I don’t catch many fish, that doesn’t keep me from getting back out there. Of course, catching fish isn’t all it’s about. It’s peaceful, relaxing (most of the time) and grounding. Dragging your line across the river bottom, paying attention to what your lure might drag across. If you pay attention, you can tell from the vibration if it’s hitting a rock, or a fallen tree, or dragging across sand or mud, or, hopefully if a fish is playing with it. There’s so much we can pick up on once we pause, slow down and pay attention. Our Christian faith is practiced and developed in a similar way. If we slow down and pay attention, it’s amazing what we discover about ourselves, our Page 1 of 8 April Birthdays April 4 – Connie Murphy April 22 – Jeff Chittick Anniversaries April 4 – Bee Bee & Htee Ku April 13 – Sally & Fred Conford April 29- Richard & Sarah Evans Special Days April 1 – Easter April 3 – PW Council 1:00 pm April 4 – Day Circle 10:00 am Fellowship Hall April 10 – Night Circle 6:00 pm Multi-Purpose Room April 6 & 7 – NC Presbyterian Historical Society Spring Tour April 14- Spring Gathering for Presbyterian Women
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April Newsletter 2018
West New Bern Presbyterian Church1701 Lucerne Way, New Bern, NC 28560 http://www.westnewbernpc.com Office: (252) 638-1005Email: [email protected]
FROM THE PASTOR
I don’t know if I told any of you this, but I love to fish. I probably talk about it too much— just think how much I’d talk about it if I caught more fish! Although I don’t catch many fish, that doesn’t keep me from getting back out there. Of course, catching fish isn’t all it’s about. It’s peaceful, relaxing (most of the time) and grounding. Dragging your line across the river bottom, paying attention to what your lure might drag across. If you pay attention, you can tell from the vibration if it’s hitting a rock, or a fallen tree, or dragging across sand or mud, or, hopefully if a fish is playing with it. There’s so much we can pick up on once we pause, slow down and pay attention.
Our Christian faith is practiced and developed in a similar way. If we slow down and pay attention, it’s amazing what we discover about ourselves, our community and God. This actually goes against the grain when it comes to how we learned our faith. Most of us grew up learning to memorize scripture, creeds, confessions and catechisms. We grew up learning to recite or saying prayers (O, the Lord’s been good to me…) These methods of learning have surely given many of us a foundation; but as we grow older, or gain a deeper thirst for the Word, or a more developed relationship with God, we must rely on other methods of learning—exploring God’s action outside the Sunday school room or worship.
Starting this month we will be doing some learning activities in our new community garden. Gardening is one of the best ways
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April BirthdaysApril 4 – Connie Murphy April 22 – Jeff Chittick
AnniversariesApril 4 – Bee Bee & Htee KuApril 13 – Sally & Fred ConfordApril 29- Richard & Sarah Evans
Special DaysApril 1 – Easter
April 3 – PW Council 1:00 pm
April 4 – Day Circle 10:00 am Fellowship Hall
April 10 – Night Circle 6:00 pm Multi-Purpose Room
April 6 & 7 – NC Presbyterian Historical Society Spring Tour
April 14- Spring Gathering for Presbyterian Women
to slow down and witness the miracle of Creation. Again, similar to our faith, you don’t have to be a master gardener to witness growth. It takes time and experience. I hope everyone gets a chance to join us in the garden at some point, but I also challenge you all to be alert and observe God’s action in the other activities we’re involved in throughout the community. Sign-up to help serve a meal at RCS, volunteer at the Mercy Clinic, or sign up to help teach folks to read with the literacy council. The very best way we can learn about ourselves and our relationship with God is by participating in God’s action together.
As we end our season of Lent together, I hope that we’ve used this time to examine who we are. Hopefully, we’ve paused long enough to identify some of the clutter in our lives and discover the next step in our spiritual direction. The fullness of Lent is found in what comes next— not to simply celebrate Easter, but to act on those discoveries.
HEALTH POINTS
Our weird weather patterns have brought the allergy season to an early start. The predictors also indicate a longer allergy season than usual. Several points are worth noting:
1. Evidence shows that nasal sprays are more effective than oral antihistamines. Although serious allergy sufferers may use both, docs have found the combination doesn’t add any benefit.
2. Steroid nasal sprays improved nasal congestion, runny nose, itching and sneezing more effectively than drugs like Singular and Accolate, used for asthma. If you have asthma and allergies, drugs like those named may lessen symptoms for both conditions – always follow your doc’s recommendation.
3. For moderate to severe allergies, a steroid spray plus a nasal antihistamine spray may improve symptoms. Astelin and Patanase are examples. Dymista contains both.
The full article is on the Parish Nurse Office door and includes instructions on how to use nasal sprays to be most effective; worth reading.
One point not made in the article: washing the nasal passages when you have been thoroughly exposed is worth the effort. The specially designed squirt bottle, with 8 ounces of salt solution is low tech and effective. The device is sold at McCarthy Square Pharmacy and goes by the name “Leader Cleanse”.
The article also has a helpful box of info, such as start (daily) use of the steroid spray two weeks before allergy season begins – this spray does little if the symptoms are well established; work around outdoor activities to avoid peak pollen; allergy-proof indoor spaces; and (see above) get rid of the stuff when you come inside.
One further note: don’t confuse steroid sprays with OTC decongestants like Afrin, useful only for short time use.
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Condensed from “23 Reasons Why You Should Try a Nasal Allergy Spray”, University of California Berkeley School of Public Health; healthafter50, April 2018.
Submitted by Mary B. Slaughter, RN, Parish Nurse
NOAH’S ARK PRESCHOOL
Spring is here! Soon we will be blessed with milder weather and the sights and sounds of the season. Noah’s Ark Preschool is excited to be associated with the Community Garden and the opportunity to use this asset as a learning and instructional tool. As registration continues and new families learn about Noah’s Ark, we plan to incorporate our garden into our curriculum and hopefully this will be an exciting prospect for our families as well.
As we continue with registration for the 2018-2019 school year, please keep Noah’s Ark in your prayers. We are always looking for families and hope to regain our previous “4 classroom” numbers. If there are any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask me, Ms. Kelly, regarding information.
Thank you, always, for contributions and donations.
Your Sister in Christ,
Kelly SquiresPreschool Director
NOTICES
What’s the BUZZ at RCS? See www.rcsnewbern.comWhat are our needs? Warehouse/Food – RCS is in need of 1lb bags of rice, spaghetti o’s, canned meat and helpers.
Volunteers We are currently looking for both RUNNERS and VOLUNTEERS for the Neuse River Bridge Run. Contact Susan Lucas as [email protected]
LITTLE FREE LIBRARY: The many current books, and also some classics that you may have meant to read and never did. Good examples of these are Moby Dick
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(Herman Melville) in the Narthex box, and Hawaii (James Miehener) in the library. The James Herriot books about his life as a caregiver of animals can’t be beat. These are also in the Narthex box.
FACEBOOK PAGE: We now have an official Facebook page for the church. Check in with the church when you are here for an event or tag photos! You can also share the site with your Facebook friends and invite them to like us, too!
RCS: Every 3rd Saturday each month. On Saturday, April 21 meet at RCS at 6pm to provide a meal to the residents of the homeless shelter at Religious Community Services (RCS). If you would like to assist contact Susan Womble at 252 528-0488.
The North Carolina Presbyterian Historical Society will be in the beautiful city of Wilmington for its Spring Tour on Friday and Saturday, April 6-7. Tour will include historic churches and sites such as the magnificent Bellamy House Museum. Registration begins Friday at noon at Thalian Hall; the cost is $20. The schedule, registration form, and motel information will be on the website at www.ncphsociety.org after March 15, or contact Program Chair Steve McRae at [email protected] or (336) 693-1929. Transportation will be provided by van from Raleigh for $15; if you would like a seat, please contact Barbara Cain, [email protected], 919-782-0944.
The Spring Gathering for Presbyterian Women will be in Rocky Mount on April 14. Contact Trudy Nelson for registration information, if you would like to attend.
COMMUNITY GARDEN: Are you in need of cleaning out your shed? We are collecting gardening tools from shovels to wheelbarrows.
The Death and Resurrection of Jesus Christ (credits: BibleQuizzes.org.uk)
1. At Christ’s crucifixion what did the soldiers place on his head?
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a. Crown of Nettles, b. Crown of Thornes, c. Crown of Jewels, d. Crown of Thistles2. For what of Christ’s did the soldiers cast lots? a. Clothes, b. Jewels, c. Donkey, d. Cross3. For how many pieces of silver did Judas betray Christ? a. 10, b. 20, c. 30, d. 404. How did Judas betray Christ? a. By pointing at him, b. Described him to the authorities, c. With a kiss, d. Shook his hand5. Christ was led away to which high priest first? a. Annas, b. Vitellius, c. Caiaphas, d. Josephus6. What was inscribed above the cross? a. Prince of the Jews, b. King of the Jews, c. Savior of the Jews, d. Captain of the Jews7. When Jesus died, for how long was there darkness over the land? a. 3 days, b. 3 minutes, c. 3 hours, d. 3 weeks8. What was the name of the man who requested Jesus’ body for burial? a. Nicodemus, b. Joseph, c. Philip, d. Jonathan9. Who of these was first on the scene after resurrection of Christ? a. Simon Peter, b. Cleopas, c. Judas Iscariot, d. Mary Magdalene10. Pilate offered to release one prisoner – which prisoner did the Jews request to be released? a. Jesus, b. Barabbas, c. Paul, d. Barnabas11. What was the color of the robe placed on Jesus? a. Blue, b. Red, c. White, d. Purple12. After Pilate found no guilt in Christ, for what reason did the Jews say that Jesus should die? a. He claimed to be of heaven, b. He said he would destroy the temple of God, c. He claimed to be their King, d. He had made himself the Son of God13. With what was Jesus’ side pierced? a. Sword, b. Knife, c. Spear, d. Axe14. In what was Jesus wrapped before he was buried? a. Goat skins, b. Linen, c. Sheep skins, d. Golden robes15. Which disciple wanted to see the imprint of the nails before he would believe? a. Andrew, b. Thomas, c. James, d. Bartholomew16. Jesus appeared to his disciples after the resurrection beside which sea? a. Red Sea, b. Sea of Joppa, c. Sea of Tiberias, d. Dead Sea17. Who did Pilate send Jesus to after he had interrogated him?
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a. Herod, b. Annas, c. Caiaphas, d. Caesar18. Who carried the cross for Christ? a. Simon of Cyrene, b. Simon Peter, c. Simon the Zealot, d. Simeon19. Who rolled away the tomb stone? a. Jesus, b. God, c. An Angel, d. A Roman Centurion20. For how long did Jesus remain after his resurrection before he ascended into heaven. a. 7 days, b. 14 days, c. 40 days, d. 49 days
Answers will be in the May newsletter but if you can’t wait… Read your Bible.
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Worship Assistant Schedule
April 2018
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2018 April 1 April 8 April 15 April 22
April 29
Elder of the Week
Beth Doran Eric Cedars Bob Griffin Paul Miller Paul Miller
Liturgist Jeff ChittickRichard Stewart
Jeff ChittickRichard Stewart
Jeff ChittickRichard Stewart
Jeff ChittickRichard Stewart
Jeff ChittickRichard Stewart
Ushers
Beth DoranRic EvansPeggy CuddingtonWhit Morgan
Whit MorganLynn LamontEric CedarsCarolyn Caton
Whit MorganPt MorganMike KellyTillie Jones
Whit MorganPaul MillerCharlene GoverTrudy Nelson
Whit MorganJane ArmstrongEric CedarsBeth Doran
Communion Stewards
Jeff ChittickBob ThompsonBeth DoranTonya CedarsAl Fowler
Acolyte Samuel Ku Teresa Wah Aurora Glisson Robert Miller Samuel Ku
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
1 2 34 5 6 7
6:00 pm MinistryNight
10:00 am Day CircleBee Bee & Htee Ku AnniversaryConnie Murphy
9:30am Nifty Knitters 7:00pm Choir
8 9 10 11 12 13 14
9:15am Sunday School 10:30am Worship 1:30pm Myanmar Christian Fellowship
Al Sonye 7:00pm Karate 1:00 pm PW Council6:00 pm Night CircleAl & Jo Sonye Anniversary
10:00am Morning Circle
9:30am Nifty Knitters 7:00pm Choir
Sally & Fred Conford
Anniversary
15 16 17 18 19 20 21
9:15am Sunday School 10:30am Worship 1:30pm Myanmar Christian Fellowship
6:00pm Evening Circle 7:00pm Karate
12:00 Lunch Group 9:30am Nifty Knitters 7:00pm Choir
6:00pm RCS
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9:15am Sunday School 10:30am Worship 1:30pm Myanmar Christian FellowshipJeff Chittick
6:30pm Session Meeting 7:00pm Book Club 7:00pm Karate
9:30am Nifty Knitters 7:00pm Choir
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9:15am Sunday School 10:30am Worship1:30pm Myanmar Christian FellowshipRichard & Sarah Evans Anniversary
7:00pm Karate
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