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Markham Woods Presbyterian Church 5210 Markham Woods Road , Lake Mary, Florida 32746 August 2013 A word from… “Zimmerman, You and I” Normally, in my monthly article I write about our vision and ministry desiring to encourage and make more present the Kingdom of God in us. This month I have chosen to address a local issue that has gained national attention and caused emotional upheaval. Many in Sanford and the surrounding communities have an interest in the Zimmerman/Martin events including protest rallies and local public appearances by famous civil rights personalities most of us have only seen on TV. Now that we’ve lived through a local trial and the famous or infamous acquittal—depending on your perspectivea further word seems appropriate. It appears the history of inflamed emotions is repeating itself through a reactive-cycle which may have the potential for continued division and concern. These events are not occurring somewhere “over there” but right here in our community. For some, it’s happening literally in our own back yard. Regardless of our stre et address, we all have been touched by the totality of this tragedy. And, by “we” I mean an inclusive “we.” The trial and its outcome has clearly energized an intimate nerve as I discovered Friday night while enjoying the culinary delights at a local favorite in Downtown Sanford, the Willow Tree Café. In conversation with our waiter the subject came round to the “Zimmerman events.” He mentioned how the regular crowd has been cut in half mostly over fear of “Sanford.” I know it seems irrational, since the events of that infamous night did not occur anywhere near downtown Sanford, still fear has been generalized, I suppose, in regards to race relations in public. So, what are people of faith suppose to do in public or in private? How are we to view our micro and macro world and then “feel” based on our Christian perspective? Shortly after the death of Trayvon Martin and the events leading up to the arrest of George Zimmerman, the pastors of Sanford area churches, both black and white began having regular gatherings in hopes of providing a different kind of leadership. We purposed to send a healthier and more healing message to our congregations and communities. As I participated in these gatherings and listened to all the voicesinformed by deep roots of faith in Jesus Christ I sensed hope. But what I experienced at the restaurant and continue to hear through much of the media, makes me wonder if the voice of hope has been overshadowed. That is why the recent lection for my sermon was so fitting. We know that God’s word is always fresh, new and relevant! It wa s the parable of the Good Samaritan which you know so well (Luke 10:25 - 37). Most of you have heard it since you were a child and could probably preach/teach the lesson yourself. You know the details and the point at least you thought you did. It seems clear, if you see someone in need, be willing to step in and help, be a “good Samaritan,” kind-deed-doer. In my message, “Neighborly Reflections To Love By,” I offered that our familiar reading “Love your neighbor as you love yourself,” (the correct response by the lawyer) is easily misinterpreted to the point of missing the point! A more Hebrew way to translate this (Jesus was a Hebrew rabbi) is “love your neighbor (who is like) yourself.” In other words, when we are angry with our neighbor, don’t forget, we are just the same way. We are the “they” of our criticism and fault finding which leads to the frustrations we feel! How do we know this is what Jesus meant in his parable? As all learned rabbis, Jesus taught in parables or analogies on teachings in scripture. Jesus simply did what rabbis did by telling a story which was so parallel to a scriptural teaching or event, that all who heard would recognize the basis for the interpreted teaching. He made God’s message plain to everyone by using common illustrations which could be incorporated in our minds and hearts. The details of the Good Samaritan so closely represented a real event in Israel’s history in 2 Chronicles 28:1 - 15 it was unmistakable. The passage tells of the northern kingdom of Israel attacking and soundly defeating the southern kingdom of Judah. It was their own version of civil war. In the battle, Israel killed 120,000 of their brother Judean’s of the southern kingdom. The soldiers were on the verge of leading another 200,000 back to Samaria as slaves when Oded, the prophet of the Lord, stopped them by showing their own sins to be even worse than the “others” they were killing and capturing. ...Continued on page 5... Messenger Growing the Faith of the Whole Family of God Inwardly Strong, Outwardly Focused

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Markham Woods Presbyterian Church 5210 Markham Woods Road ,

Lake Mary, Florida 32746

August 2013

A word from…

“Zimmerman, You and I”

Normally, in my monthly article I write about our vision and ministry desiring to encourage and make more present the Kingdom of God in us. This month I have chosen to address a local issue that has gained national attention and caused emotional upheaval. Many in Sanford and the surrounding communities have an interest in the Zimmerman/Martin events including protest rallies and local public appearances by famous civil rights personalities most of us have only seen on TV. Now that we’ve lived through a local trial and the famous or infamous acquittal—depending on your perspective—a further word seems appropriate.

It appears the history of inflamed emotions is repeating itself through a reactive-cycle which may have the potential for continued division and concern. These events are not occurring somewhere “over there” but right here in our community. For some, it’s happening literally in our own back yard. Regardless of our street address, we all have been touched by the totality of this tragedy. And, by “we” I mean an inclusive “we.”

The trial and its outcome has clearly energized an intimate nerve as I discovered Friday night while enjoying the culinary delights at a local favorite in Downtown Sanford, the Willow Tree Café. In conversation with our waiter the subject came round to the “Zimmerman events.” He mentioned how the regular crowd has been cut in half mostly over fear of “Sanford.” I know it seems irrational, since the events of that infamous night did not occur anywhere near downtown Sanford, still fear has been generalized, I suppose, in regards to race relations in public. So, what are people of faith suppose to do in public or in private? How are we to view our micro and macro world and then “feel” based on our Christian perspective?

Shortly after the death of Trayvon Martin and the events leading up to the arrest of George Zimmerman, the pastors of Sanford area churches, both black and white began having regular gatherings in hopes of providing a different kind of leadership. We purposed to send a healthier and more healing message to our congregations and communities. As I participated in these gatherings and listened to all the voices—informed by deep roots of faith in Jesus Christ—I sensed hope. But what I experienced at the restaurant and continue to hear through much of the media, makes me wonder if the voice of hope has been overshadowed.

That is why the recent lection for my sermon was so fitting. We know that God’s word is always fresh, new and relevant! It was the parable of the Good Samaritan which you know so well (Luke 10:25 - 37). Most of you have heard it since you were a child and could probably preach/teach the lesson yourself. You know the details and the point—at least you thought you did. It seems clear, if you see someone in need, be willing to step in and help, be a “good Samaritan,” kind-deed-doer.

In my message, “Neighborly Reflections To Love By,” I offered that our familiar reading “Love your neighbor as you love yourself,” (the correct response by the lawyer) is easily misinterpreted to the point of missing the point! A more Hebrew way to translate this (Jesus was a Hebrew rabbi) is “love your neighbor (who is like) yourself.” In other words, when we are angry with our neighbor, don’t forget, we are just the same way. We are the “they” of our criticism and fault finding which leads to the frustrations we feel!

How do we know this is what Jesus meant in his parable? As all learned rabbis, Jesus taught in parables or analogies on teachings in scripture. Jesus simply did what rabbis did by telling a story which was so parallel to a scriptural teaching or event, that all who heard would recognize the basis for the interpreted teaching. He made God’s message plain to everyone by using common illustrations which could be incorporated in our minds and hearts.

The details of the Good Samaritan so closely represented a real event in Israel’s history in 2 Chronicles 28:1 - 15 it was unmistakable. The passage tells of the northern kingdom of Israel attacking and soundly defeating the southern kingdom of Judah. It was their own version of civil war. In the battle, Israel killed 120,000 of their brother Judean’s of the southern kingdom. The soldiers were on the verge of leading another 200,000 back to Samaria as slaves when Oded, the prophet of the Lord, stopped

them by showing their own sins to be even worse than the “others” they were killing and capturing. ...Continued on page 5...

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The Markham Messenger August 2013

by Cheryl Beck

Date: August 3, 2013 Time: 8 a.m. to noon Where: Preschool Playground

We will be doing general clean up of the playground area to get it ready for the upcoming school year. We are looking for volunteers to help spread 15 yards of mulch and clean play-ground equipment. If you have any questions regarding the work day please contact Cheryl Beck for more details 407.333.2045 or cbeck @mwpcusa.org

Markham Woods

Presbyterian Church (PCUSA)

E-mail: [email protected]

407.333.2030

Pastor, Head of Staff

Joe Wendorph, M. Div.

Associate Pastor

Karen Greenawalt, M. Div.

Director of Music Ministry

Burt Perinchief, Ph.D.

Contemporary

Worship Leader

Terry O’Neal, Jr.

Director of Children’s

Ministry & Preschool

Cheryl Beck

Director of Adult Ministry

Chris Leinenkugel

Director of Student

Ministry

Josh Allan

SUNDAY WORSHIP

9:00 a.m. - Contemporary

10:45 a.m. - Traditional

SUNDAY SCHOOL

10:00 a.m.

NEWSLETTER

[email protected]

WEBSITE mwpcusa.org

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by Jane Miller

Session conducted the following business at the June meeting:

Session approved the recommendation of A&P to eliminate 1 VPK class due to low student enrollment.

Session approved the replacement of Pastor Karen’s non-functioning PC.

Session approved inviting other area Presbyterian churches to our Mission Family Night Supper in October.

Heard a report from the commissioners to the June Presbytery meeting held at First Presbyterian Sanford.

Received reports from the A&P, Congregational Life, Congregational Care, Missions, Technology, Worship, Finance committees and the Board of Deacons.

Appointed commissioners to the September Presbytery meeting to be held at Winter Park Presbyterian.

by Scott Beaton

Through the first half of 2013, we were able to meet our Tithes & Offerings at 96.6% of

plan, falling short of our plan by only $11,103. Our Preschool income through June is 79.4% of budget. We are presently $29,810 unfavorable for the year compared with a planned unfavorable balance of $10,750.

Our church Staff and Committees have been very aggressively trimming expenses where possible. Our expenses for the year have been held to only 97.4% of the budgeted amount.

For the Six Months Ended June 30, 2013

2013 Budget 2013 Actual Favorable/(Unfavorable) Tithes & Offerings $325,823 $314,720 ($11,103) Other Income $93,600 $74,513 ($19,087) Total Income $419,423 $389,234 ($30,189) Total Expenses $430,173 $419,044 $11,129 2013 Overall ($10,750) ($29,810) ($19,060) (Income minus expenses)

by Cheryl Beck

We will be holding a Children’s Ministry Meeting on August 4 at 10 a.m. We will meet in Room 2 of Anderson hall. We will be planning some of the following programs: Pumpkin Festival, Advent Workshop, G.O.D. Time Volunteers, VBS 2014, relocation to the new facility and more. If you would like to become a part of the Children’s Ministry committee please join our meeting.

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by Dr. Burt Perinchief

The new season for Primetimers is just around the corner. Our monthly get togethers will begin on Thursday, October 10, with a catered luncheon in Anderson Hall beginning at noon. Bob Joyn er , our organ ist extraordinaire, will bless us with his talent at the organ by presenting a brief recital and introduction to the new "virtual organ," which is a computerized component that has added an amazing number of new and beautiful sounds to our existing instrument. Members and friends are invited to join this opening event. Signups will be conducted by Betty and Bill Ketelhut beginning in late September.

by Danielle Weitzel

Kick Off: August 21, 4—5 p.m.

Kidz Club is a weekly program for children from preschool through 5th grade. Our goal is to provide the opportunity for children to grow up in their faith in Jesus through Bible time, learning to lead music in worship and having fun together.

If you are interested in this opportunity for music, fellowship, and fun, plan to attend our Kidz Club Kick Off on August 21, from 4—5 p.m. This Kick Off will give parents the opportunity to both learn more about the program and register their children, and kids an afternoon of fun!

For more information, contact the church office at 407.333.2030 or

[email protected].

A Word from…

“God Hears Our Hearts When We Sing ”

Have you ever wondered about those verses that say “Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all the earth”? (Ps. 100:1) I have. I mean, doesn’t God like good music? Is God tone deaf? But then, today another verse came to my mind as I was humming and singing to God. “Man looks at the outward appearance, God looks on the heart” (1 Samuel 16:7) And it dawned on me – light finally shined in my understanding. God does not hear or see as we do. As people we make value judgments based on what we perceive as good, correct, right or harmonious. God looks not at our appearance or the sound of our tonality or the beauty of the notes we sing but at our hearts. Notice the verse does not say ‘make a noise to the Lord all the earth”. It reads “Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all the earth.” In the Hebrew, this word translated joyful noise is actually ‘shout with joy or triumph’. When was the last time you made a shout of joy or triumph to the Lord?

Why are we commanded to do this? Why does this appear in at least five other Psalms? It’s quite simple. God is worthy of our praise. God does not care so much about the technicality of our music, even though we do. I am grateful for musicians who lead us in harmonious and pleasant sounding chords and melodies. God cares about our hearts. Are we singing, shouting for joy to the Lord? Do we stand silent in life, in church, in our hearts? Or are we giving God the glory for all that God is?

Sometimes I like to sing while I drive, especially when I’m by myself. Sometimes I make up songs in praise and worship of God. They are not always beautiful or very

sophisticated or anything I’d want to write down. … Continued on page 6 ...

by Bob O'Brien

In listening to Pastor Karen's sermon a few week's back, a light bulb went on. It was the sermon about Mary sitting at the feet of Jesus even though Martha wanted her help working. It spoke to me about how we can all step outside of our comfort zone and do something to bring us closer to God. For me, that defined how I first looked at mission work—it was outside my comfort zone. Over the years my parents have been a great example helping others and showing us kids the value of doing so. Over the past 20 years my comfort zone has stretched to places I never through it would go and I enjoy doing the work I was once apprehensive about.

So as we move forward towards kick-off Sunday and the beginning of many activities offered to the MWPC family, I ask you to come by our table and see what we have to offer. I have just one challenge, look for those things outside of your comfort zone, you never know where lessons can be learned from the Master.

Upcoming Mission Activities:

Grace 'n' Grits on August 14, September 4, and October 9. Stop by our table in Anderson Hall between services to sign up or drop off clothing. New or gently used clothing is needed for Men, Women, and Children Belts, socks, underwear, and towels are in great need. Your generosity is greatly appreciated.

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Updates by Suzanne Strong

The Central Florida Presbytery PW Bible Study Event will be held Saturday,

August 17, at the First Presbyterian Church of Vero Beach. Registration and refreshments will begin at 9 a.m., and the day will conclude at 2:30 p.m. The cost is $15 and includes lunch. We will carpool to Vero Beach.

Suzanne Strong (407-332-6432) will be taking reservations through Sunday, August 4. The registration forms are on the Adult Ministries bulletin board in Anderson Hall.

Circles will begin meeting in September. The Bible study for 2013-14 is “An Abiding Hope: The Presence of God in Exodus and Deuteronomy” by Janice Catron. The cost of the study guide is $8. All women are invited to attend one of the circle meetings!

For women who work during the day or otherwise need an evening circle, Grace Circle meets at 6:30 p.m., and they have dinner together. They would love to welcome new members! Please call Helen Nanton (407-323-7310) for more information.

Signups for circle meetings will begin on Signup Sunday, August 18. Study books will be available for $8.

Faith Circle meets the 1st Monday of the month at 10 a.m. at the

church. The first meeting of the new year will be September 9 (which is the 2nd Monday due to Labor Day). Jean Clarke is the chairperson (407-833-8980), and circle members will rotate being the facilitator.

Hope Circle meets the 1st Wednesday of the month at 1 p.m. at the

church. The first meeting of the new year will be September 4. Betty Powers is the chairperson, and Nel Schickofke is the facilitator.

Grace Circle meets the 1st Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the

church. The first meeting of the new year will be September 4. This circle begins with dinner each evening. Helen Nanton is chairperson (407-323-7310), and the facilitator is Debby Emmert.

Freewill Offering the Freewill Offering for September will benefit Safe

House of Seminole.

PWCT Meeting meets the last Friday of the month at 4 p.m. at the

church. The next PWCT meeting will be August 30, 2013.

Thanks to all the women who ushered at the second service during June. A

special thank you goes to Betty Powers, who organized the ushering and served as

Head Usher during the month.

Director of Student Ministry Josh Allan 407.333.2030 [email protected]

Look forward to updates in our September edition of the Markham Messenger!

Updates from Cheryl Beck

Last year we began volunteering during the UCF football games as a fundraiser. Children’s Ministry is working toward replacing the equipment on the preschool age playground. If you would like to be a part of the volunteer team contact Cheryl Beck at 407.333.2045 or [email protected].

If you would like to become a group leader for events at UCF there is a Responsible Vendor Training held on August 17.

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by Danielle Weitzel

The MWPC music program is expanding

to include a new opportunity for youth to worship God through song! The newly formed youth handbell choir will begin August 28 and will meet throughout the school year. The weekly practice time will conveniently take place before ReGroup on Wednesdays at 4 p.m. The choir will include interested youth in the 6th grade and older. No experience is necessary!

If you are interested in being a part of this new musical opportunity, please contact Danielle at the church office at 407.333.2030 or [email protected].

by Jane Miller

August

Family Night Supper

Family Night suppers will resume Wednesday, August 21 at 6:30 p.m.

This month’s supper will be pot-luck, so please bring a dish of your choice

to share!

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by Dr. Burt Perinchief

The Music Ministry is anxious to fill the chancel and sanctuary with inspiring sounds beginning in early September. In order to do that, we are inviting new members to join our Chancel Choir and other components which may include a castanet ensemble, a liturgical dance group, and handbells. Information will be available for Kickoff Sunday (August 18) in Anderson Hall. The Chancel Choir will begin rehearsals following worship on Sunday, August 25, and will sing for the entry into the new season on Sunday, September 1, at 10:45.

Dr. Perinchief will be available to welcome questions and new members.

by Jane Miller

Service

Opportunities

Available

Charlotte Smith will no longer be the Family Night Supper and kitchen coordinator. We thank her very much for her years of service and expertise.

However, that leaves us with the need for volunteers help with set-up and clean-up of the family night suppers. This does not have to be one person or one couple. A schedule can be set up so the FNS duties can be rotated by month.

A second position open is that of kitchen coordinator. This position would perhaps best be handled by one person to assure that the kitchen cleaned, organized, and stocked with napkins, plates, utensils, cleaning items and other consumables.

Interested? Have further questions? Please contact Jane Miller at 407-808-0252 or [email protected].

Saturday, August 17, 8 a.m. At Cracker Barrel on Hickman Dr.

just off SR 46 in Sanford. Call Jack Murdock (407-321-5150) or Dick

Siegrist (407-323-8549) for more info.

by Cheryl Beck

When: August 23, 2013 Time: 7 p.m. Where: Anderson Hall

The Croods is a prehistoric comedy adventure that follows the world's first family as they embark on a journey of a lifetime when the cave that has always shielded them from danger is destroyed. Traveling across a spectacular landscape, the Croods discover an incredible new world filled with fantastic creatures—and their outlook is changed forever.

Everyone is invited to join us for movie nights. There will be fresh popped popcorn, sodas and candy. Movie nights are a great time for fellowship.

If you have any questions regarding the movie night please contact Cheryl Beck at 407.333.2045 or [email protected]

A Word from… (Continued from Page 1)

His message was powerful and cut right to their hearts. God had allowed Israel to defeat Judah as a punishment for their dabbling in idolatry with pagan gods. But, he pointed out that Israel was even more guilty of idol worship than Judah! Israel was just like “them.” So, if Israel enslaved its Judean brothers, it would only compound their own guilt. Meaning, the same judgment and probably even worse would be applied to them! The Israelites were so convicted by the prophet’s rebuke they acted as “good Samaritans” toward their enemies 1,000 years before Jesus’ parable!

Look at the similarities of the two stories: The victim in the Jesus’ story was stripped naked, as some Judeans had been, and Jesus’ Samaritan anointed the man, put him on his donkey, and carried him to Jericho, just as it was done to the Judean prisoners! Everyone who heard Jesus’ parable about “the neighbor,” would have undoubtedly recognized these details and realized that the Samaritan in the story was living out a scene of great compassion that had taken place long ago in Israel’s history.

Now that we are in the Zimmerman era, who would Jesus say is our “neighbor?” Remember his answer, it’s not just that the “neighbor” looked like their enemy, but it was their enemy who was showing mercy to others, just as his ancestors had done long ago.

By understanding who our neighbor really is, we can be empowered to counter the media or anyone else who may be influencing our own thinking and thereby reduce any fearful or destructive feelings. Jesus’ truth wins out: We love because we need to be loved. We forgive, because we need to be forgiven and maybe even more so than our perceived opposition. We offer grace to even those we don’t like or care for because ultimately, even if we try to make a feeble case against it, they are just like us. And, as we treat others, so might we be treated too.

We are not called to show care just because we are Christians; God’s teaching is much deeper and even more personal. We love others—even enemies—because they are only a reflection of us! When we love others, we are truly loving a part of ourselves because they are just like us! This is the remedy to fear and division and it doesn’t start “out there,” it starts with us, within our own hearts!

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by Carol Ann Dove

Stephen Ministry is a ministry that belongs to every member of our church. It is your ministry and we ask you to support it in whatever ways you can. One essential way you can help Stephen Ministry is to Think Stephen Ministry.

Thinking Stephen is remembering Stephen Ministry as you meet and talk to people. When you notice a need, ask about it and listen. Might this be a need for Stephen Ministry? Let yourself be the eyes and ears of Jesus.

Imagine a group of three and four year olds standing in front of our church singing “Jesus Loves Me.” To most people this would be a happy, uplifting experience. For some it could stir up sad thoughts or memories.

What about the parent who has lost custody of their children and may not get to see them sing regularly in an event like this.

There may be grandparents happy to see the joy of these children singing in church but saddened because their own grandchildren are far from them or perhaps do not attend church.

A couple may be watching who for years has been trying to conceive their own child without success. The image of the children happily singing triggers their own sense of loss.

Another person watching may remember a friend, a sibling, or playmate who died while very young.

A couple watching may be reminded of a miscarriage four years earlier and be saddened by the thought that their lost child would have been among those singing in front of the church.

A single person in our church family who hopes one day to be married and have their own children may be reminded once again that that dream is unfulfilled and may never be fulfilled.

Each person seeing the same event may react with different powerful emotions. THINKING STEPHEN MINISTRY is being sensitive to this fact and keeping your eyes and ears open for emotions that surface in response to the most innocuous of events.

THINKING STEPHEN MINISTRY is having your antennae up so that you are aware of the needs around you and always looking to meet those needs, including Stephen Ministry.

by Chris Leinenkugel

A Word from… (Continued from Page 3)

They are spontaneous thank offerings of praise, love songs to the One who gave me everything I have and am. When we pause the hectic craziness and spend some time alone with God, we can realize again that there are bountiful blessings and they all come from our Father who redeems and restores us through Jesus, his Son and empowers us to live today through the gracious gift of the Holy Spirit.

As a disciple, it is not just about learning; it is about living and loving our great and awesome God in obedience and faithful expectation of what God is still doing today in and through Jesus our Lord through us by the power of his Holy Spirit. Doesn’t that make you want give a joyful shout?

GLORY TO GOD! —By Reverend Karen Greenawalt

Alpha Kick Off Dinner is Tuesday, August

27, 2012 at 6:30 p.m. Be our guest for dinner. Please sign up by Sunday, August 25. Childcare is provided! This is a great “come and see” opportunity for the Alpha course. If you like it, you can register at the kick off.

The course runs on Tuesday evenings for 10 weeks from September 3 - November 5.

Dinner is served each night free of charge and child care is provided. Each week features a thought provoking DVD presentation by Nicky Gumbel on important questions of life approached from a Christian perspective. Small group discussions follow. Bring your friends and neighbors. Sign up in Anderson Hall or call Chris Leinenkugel at the church office (407-333-2030) by Sunday, August 19.

There is also a retreat during the course October 11 - 12, 2013 (Friday - Saturday). Mark you calendars now to join us!

Celebration Dinner following the course is on November 12.

Here are some of the things that recent participants are saying about how they benefited from the Alpha course:

Have a spiritual drive to seek God’s Word and will.

It changed my life. I am closer to Jesus and filled with the Holy Spirit.

More optimistic and better outlook on life.

Listening to God and learning how to pray.

All things are possible through Jesus.

I think to sum it up, the most beneficial thing I realized is you have to practice serving the Lord. My new reminder each day is “soft heart, hard feet.”

Strengthened my faith. Made me realize things about myself that I wanted to change to strengthen my faith. Awakened the desire to serve.

Has brought a spiritual closeness between my wife and I.

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by Marge Stenstrom

Thank you, thank you, thank you!

The response from the congregation for flowers for our Sanctuary was truly overwhelming. The calendar for the coming months are almost filled. This was a great immediate response.

Ann Kos arranged flowers for June, Ann Barkley did the same for July, and Marge Stenstrom will arrange flowers for August. Your work is very much appreciated.

Heartfelt thanks to our MWPC family. I was in pain and feeling low, but your beautiful cards, notes, emails, calls, visits by Deacons, lovely Prayer Shawl, and home Communion really lifted my spirits! Bob and I love our church. Being a part o f t h i s w o n d e r f u l congregation means the world to us.

In Christ’s Love I thank you,

Nel Schickofke

To the Markham Woods Presbyterian pastors and church family,

Thank you for all of your prayers, cards, and concerns. We appreciate you.

Roy Campbell

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August Dates to Note:

Saturday, August 3 Playground Work Day Sunday, August 4 Communion Two Cents per Meal Children’s Ministry Meeting Wednesday, August 14 Deacons Committee Night Grace and Grits Saturday, August 17 Men’s Prayer Breakfast Sunday, August 18 Kick Off Sunday Family Promise Tuesday, August 20 Family Promise Property Work Night Wednesday, August 21 Family Night Supper Kidz Club Kick Off Wednesday, August 28 Session Friday, August 30 PWCT Meeting

Kidz Club is a great way for adults and youth alike to serve God. We have many different opportunities including:

If you are interested in volunteering, fill out the contact information below and return this form to the church office. Volunteers will be contacted with more infor-mation about the program as we get closer to the Kidz Club start date. For more information contact the church office (407.333.2030). Name: __________________________________________________________________________

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