Northbrook Notes September 2017

Northbrook Presbyterian Church Newsletter

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You are invited to participate in Living the Questions: Painting the Stars, a weekly bible study led by Pastor Marjorie, beginning Wednesday, September 13. Celebrating the communion of science and faith, Painting the Stars explores the promise of evolutionary Christian spirituality. The study starts Wednesday, September 13 and runs every Wednesday through October 25 for 7 weeks in the Library. You can join the morning class at 10 a.m. or the evening class at 7 p.m. or feel free to switch between the two as your schedule permits. There is a $5 fee for materials. Please RSVP to marjorie@northbrookpc.org or Becky at (248)642-0200 in the office so that we can prepare enough space and materials for everyone.

Join us on Sunday, September 17 as we resume our regular 10:15 a.m. worship schedule.

INQUIRERS’ LUNCHEON—SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 Are you looking for a place to make your home for faith? Do you want some company on your spiritual journey? Are you curious about what Presbyterians believe? Do you have questions about Christianity, church or what any of this means? Would you like to know more about Northbrook or how to become part of what’s

happening here? Then, YOU ARE INVITED to an informal luncheon after church on Sunday, September 10 at 11:30 a.m. in Fellowship Hall. Please RSVP by contacting the church office at (248)642-0200 or sending an email to marjorie@northbrookpc.org. Childcare will be provided upon request.

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Golf Outing Fundraiser for the Second Mile Center of Detroit The Golf Outing fundraiser for Second Mile Center is just around the corner! It is Sunday, September 24 starting at 1 p.m. at Glen Oaks Golf Course in Farmington Hills. The cost is $125 for golf and dinner or $65 for dinner only. There will be prizes, raffles, silent auction and lots of fun. There will also be a church challenge cup! The church with the most golfers and/or best score will win a trophy!! Let's bring one home for Northbrook. It all benefits the children of Detroit! BUT, WE NEED YOUR HELP! We need golfers and/or donations of money or baskets or gifts for raffle, and we still have holes left to sponsor. Donations and sponsorship are all tax deductible. You or your business will get your name displayed at the dinner. Please consider helping Second Mile Center with whatever you can. To register to golf or for dinner, please give a check made out to Second Mile Center to Terri Hurbis, Kathy Bauhof, or to the church office. You can also go to the Second Mile website, www.secondmilecenter.org and follow the link for the golf outing. You can use your credit card on their secure site. We must have registrations by Thursday, September 14. Don't miss out on the fun!

Tour the Oakland County Pioneer and Historical Society and Pine Grove Historical Museum

Our own Amy Annett will conduct a tour of Oakland County Pioneer and Historical Society and Pine Grove Historical Museum. Amy and Bruce are long-time active volunteers and board members of the organization, now Directors Emeritus. Located at 405 Cesar Chavez Dr. in Pontiac, this tour will begin at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 20, and is sponsored by the Northbrook

Adult Education Committee. Lunch will be available at a nearby restaurant at 11:30 or later for those who wish. Call Paulette Lein or Liz Hurbis for more information or if you have questions. This unique community activity with a tour of our county’s historical past will be enjoyable and enriching. All are welcome! A sign-up sheet is available in Fellowship Hall.

Northbrook Book Club All are invited to the lively Northbrook Book Club discussions. On Monday, October 9, we will be discussing X: A Novel by Ilyasah Shabazz in the Library at 7:00 p.m. Co-written by Malcolm X’s daughter, this riveting and revealing novel follows the formative years of the man whose words and actions shook the world. Malcolm Little’s parents have always told him that he can achieve anything, but from what he can tell, that’s a pack of lies. After all, his father had been murdered, his mother had been taken away, and his dreams of becoming a lawyer had gotten him laughed out of school. There’s no point in trying, he figures, and lured by the nightlife of Boston and New York, he escapes into a world of fancy suits, jazz, girls and reefer.

But Malcolm’s efforts to leave the past behind lead him into increasingly dangerous territory. Deep down, he knows that the freedom he’s found is only an illusion, and that he can’t run forever. X: A Novel follows Malcolm from his childhood to his imprisonment for theft at age twenty when he found the faith that would lead him to forge a new path and command a voice that still resonates today. Mark your calendar for other upcoming Book Club dates: November 20, 2017 (A Fall of Marigolds by Susan Meissner) and January 8, 2018, February 12, 2018 and March 26, 1018.

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SUNDAY FUNDAY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Sunday FunDay is almost here and we need your help to make this a spectacular event! Please use the

following link to sign-up to volunteer: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0c49a4ac2bab9-2016 or contact Lori Sandercock at (248)649-6966 or blsandercock@comcast.net.

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It’s a Wrap! Northbrook's Camp Mahn-Go at Camp Timbers was a success! Camp Mahn-Go

is such an important Northbrook ministry as it provides kids with life changing experiences every summer. Thank you to everyone who gave their time, energy and made financial contributions. Year 34 was amazing, and we look forward to year 35!

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Max Van de Vyver and his family are holding a Shoe Drive for the organization Soles 4 Souls and have invited Northbrook to be a part of this incredible effort. Five year old Max did a geography project this past spring on Kenya and learned so much about the culture and people. He then had the opportunity to hear the Ugandan Kids Choir perform at Northbrook! He learned that not all kids are afforded the same privileges,

safety, education and care that he has.

Max was inspired to organize the shoe drive for Soles 4 Souls, an organization that distributes shoes to impoverished countries around the world, including America. The Shoe Drive goal is to collect 50,000 pairs of gently used shoes. This is no small task, and they will be partnering with many organizations, schools and businesses to collect shoes for the entire school year.

If you have a pair of gently used shoes, any size, color, children's, men’s or women’s that you are willing to part with, please leave them in the box in the main hallway, or email MaxShoeDrive@gmail.com for more information. Thank you so very much for donating your gently used shoes and helping Max reach his goal!

Shoe Drive at Northbrook

Give today to help Presbyterian Disaster Assistance bring hope & healing to Texas families impacted by Hurricane Harvey.

Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) is in touch with presbyteries affected areas of Texas to offer assistance. We are standing by with resources and National Response Team members ready to deploy upon invitation and when it is safe to do so.

For those who wish to support PDA's emergency response and recovery efforts, gifts can be designated to DR000169-Harvey. We need your help. Please give generously.

If you prefer to mail a check, you may send it to: Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) PO Box 643700 Pittsburgh, PA, 15264-3700 You may also call us Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (EST), at 1-800-872-3283 and donate by phone. For updates, please go to pda.pcusa.org.

Please join us in praying for courage for those who are suffering; wisdom and diligence among agencies and individuals assessing damage and directing relief efforts; and for generosity to flow as powerfully as rivers and streams, as we respond to the deep human needs left in the wake of the storm.

Rev. Dr. Laurie Ann Kraus Presbyterian Disaster Assistance

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Northbrook Prayer Chain Summer is soon coming to an end and thoughts will turn to fall activities and new opportunities. It is our hope that you will consider joining the Northbrook Prayer Chain, a group of members who offer prayers of support for those among us who are going through some difficult times. Prayer is a powerful force, and we welcome anyone interested in adding their voice to our prayers. For more information or to join, please contact Sallie Dorer at (248)647-1465 or camelotsal@aol.com.

Men’s Connection September is here, and Men's Connection planners are getting ready for Thursday morning fellowship, Bible study and light breakfast. Men’s Connection meetings are every Thursday morning at 8 a.m. beginning Thursday, September 28. Come gather for prayer, thought-provoking conversation and friendship as we discuss an interesting textbook we may use to help us broaden and understand our relationship with God. All men are invited to join us. See you on September 28th. For more information, please contact Bill Travis, John Thomas or Phil Owen.

Senior Souper LUNCH—September 14th & 28th Senior Souper Lunch returns this month! We meet at 1:00 p.m. in the Library on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays. Bring a friend, have a delicious meal and enjoy fellowship and conversation. No reservations are required.

Worship. Dinner. Recreation For any questions and to register, contact Ken Stetson

248.642.0200 or Stetson.Kenny@gmail.com

Wednesday Night LOGOS Begins Wednesday, September 20th

K-8 grades: 5-7PM 9-12 grades: 6-8PM

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Have You ever Witnessed a Social Injustice and Didn't Know What to Do or How to Make a Difference?

The Office of Public Witness of the Presbyterian Church USA (PCUSA) will be addressing this topic at a Presbytery of Detroit event. If you would like to attend the Advocacy in Action Workshop on Faithful Advocacy, see or contact Winnie Davies-Hancock at winsomeann@aol.com or (248)593-8035. This workshop is being sponsored by the Planning and Visioning Great Ends of the Church Work Group and the Social Justice Ministry Team. On Monday, September 25, the Rev. Jimmie R. Hawkins, Director of the Office of Public Witness, PCUSA will join us for dinner at 5:30 p.m. and then share his knowledge and expertise with us. The event will be held at Calvary Presbyterian Church located at 19125 Greenview Avenue in Detroit.

The Presbytery of Detroit’s Hands-on-Mission Team: Baton Rouge Mission Trip Dubbed the “Storm With No Name”, relentless rainfall in August 2016 flooded Central Louisiana up to 10 feet deep in places. 150,000 homes were devastated and many thousands of people remain in temporary or unsafe housing conditions. Rebuilding Together - Baton Rouge will match our volunteer abilities to homeowners’ needs. Construction skills are valued but not necessary. Accommodations will be at University Presbyterian Church in Baton Rouge (Sunday to Saturday), and will include real bunk beds, sheets, pillows and towels. The group will stay overnight at First Presbyterian Church in Nashville on the way down and back (pslfloodrecovery.com/baton-rouge-hub). Departure: Saturday, November 11 morning (then overnight in Nashville) Return: Sunday, November 19 evening (after overnighting again in Nashville). Cost: $200 per person including all lodging and meals while in Baton Rouge. There will be car pooling. Gas, travel, food and any personal expenses for the week are additional. Space is limited to 20 volunteers. Sign up now for the “Am probably going” list by contacting Tom Duffield at (248)930-4524 or tpduffield@gmail.com. You can register online by going to www.hands-on-mission.org and then click on “Project.” For questions, contact Winnie Davies-Hancock at (248)593-8035 or at winsomeann@aol.com.

Calling all Knitters and Crochet Devotees! We invite you to join us and remind everyone of our schedule change that took place in the late springtime and has proved very successful. We will meet each month on the 4th Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. We usually work until about 3:00, but you are welcome to participate whenever your schedule permits, so do not worry about arriving late or leaving early! We have supplies of yarn and needles for you to use if you are learning, and we can also provide instruction! The best thing is the friendship and camaraderie that develops. For those who have been away for the summer, we have missed you and look forward to your return. If you need project suggestions, we are always looking for items that will be popular for our Alternative Gift Market in November! We have some small, fun ideas to make. Also, our yarn cupboard will soon be moved to the Youth House during the renovation of Fellowship Hall. We will still have access, just not quite as convenient.

Help Wanted: Church Custodian Northbrook is seeking an energetic individual to contribute daily to the smooth functioning of programs and facilities that support the work of this caring congregation. Job responsibilities include routine maintenance and sanitation of the facility, setup and teardown of room arrangements for activities and ongoing interface with the Building & Grounds Committee, user groups and vendors. Our ideal candidate will be someone who is professional, proactive, self-motivated and trustworthy. The physical demands of this job will require lifting up to 50 lbs. Flexible work hours and friendly environment. $12 - $13.50/hr based on experience. For more information or to apply, email resume Attn. Personnel Committee to: info@northbrookpc.org, or 22055 West 14 Mile Road, Beverly Hills, MI 48025.

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Ugandan Kids Choir—What an Experience! The visit by the Ugandan Kids Choir at the end of July was truly a special time for our church! The choir, made up of 10 kids (8-12) and 3 adult leaders, were hosted by Allison and Matt Broadwell, Tricia and Frank Lasota, and Nancy Best and I at our homes. We thought you would enjoy some of the highlights of their time with us.

The choir had a busy time with us. It started on Friday with two performances at the Detroit Zoo. What energy as they drew in crowds with their dancing and singing! During their off-stage dancing performance, they pulled in Claire Lasota and Owen Hurbis to all of the fun. This was a great way to start their visit.

Friday night, we hosted the choir at the United Shores Professional Baseball game at Jimmy John's field in Utica. We found out from Alexis Sullivan, the tour leader, the kids had never been to a baseball game. The night did not disappoint for both the kids and adults. The choir hung out by one of the dugouts, and the teams chatted with them throughout the game and gave them 10 baseballs as souvenirs. More firsts for them was enjoying "dippin dots" ice cream and cotton candy!

Marjorie and Jeff Wilhelmi hosted us at Sylvan Lake on Saturday for a day enjoying the beautiful Michigan summer weather. The choir loved playing in the water. "Uncle" Jeff took us on boat rides, and some of us were treated to the kids singing on the boat. (Aunt and Uncle are used as a sign of respect in Uganda and that's what they called us!) Not to be missed was the "Little Library" at the beach. All of the kids loved to read whatever books they could find.

Finally, Sunday came, and we could not imagine the beautiful and energetic concert the Ugandan Kids Choir gave at our church! Where do these kids find such energy, enthusiasm and love for Jesus? They perform 3 to 4 times a week, and it seemed like a very special performance for Northbrook and our guests.

Tricia and Frank Lasota, with the help of Claire, hosted Caroline, Desire, Elizabeth and Ivan (Music Director) at their home. The girls loved helping in the kitchen, reading, biking and swimming at the house. A special treat was Ivan playing on the piano and singing throughout the stay. Allison and Matt Broadwell hosted Julius, Davis and Ronald and tour leader, Alexis. The time was packed with playing games including Sorry, dressing up in Halloween costumes and fishing. Ronald wore Allison's lucky hat along with a clown nose and won most of the games. Finally, Deborah, Elias, Sentrina, Jordan and A.J. (administrative leader) stayed at my house with co-host Nancy Best. They loved being outside, and Elias and Jordan could be found riding a bike around the yard. It was hard to get them to sleep the first night! Between spaghetti and taco dinners, they read, colored, played on our iPhones and iPads, but had the most fun playing Left, Right, Center which Aunt Nancy taught them.

This time could not have been possible without the love and help of so many. Thank you to Marjorie and Jeff Wilhelmi, Allison and Matt Broadwell, Frank, Tricia and Claire Lasota, and Nancy Best for hosting; Becky Bachand for giving us office and technological support; Sherrill Heinrich for stepping in the week of the visit and finding much needed replacement choir items and the church members who donated them; Bill Jordan and Dave Vander Weide who provided visual and audio technical support during the Sunday performance; and the Congregational Life Committee for providing a very special coffee hour. With your support, we raised over $3600 for the choir and its tour and sponsored 10 children! This is Living the Love of Jesus Christ everyday! Each of you has earned the title, "Aunt" or "Uncle" because of your support and love for the Ugandan Kids Choir and their tour leaders.

Thank you again, Peggie Schiller

For more information about sponsoring a child or to make a donation to the Ugandan Kids Choir, visit www.childcareworldwide.org.

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September Calendar Sept. 3 9:45 am Worship & Communion

Sept. 4 8:00 pm

OFFICE CLOSED—Happy Labor Day! AA Meeting—Men’s Group

Sept. 5 7:00 pm Mission Connection Comm. Meeting

Sept. 10 9:45 am 11:00 am 11:30 am 11:30 am

Outdoor Worship Deacons’ Meeting Sunday FunDay Inquirers’ Luncheon

Sept. 11 8:00 pm

Preschool Begins AA Meeting—Men’s Group

Sept. 12 6:30 pm 6:30 pm 7:00 pm

Zumba Congregational Life Committee Meeting Building & Grounds Committee Meeting

Sept. 13 10:00 am 7:00 pm

Pastor’s Bible Study Pastor’s Bible Study

Sept. 14 1:00 pm Senior Souper Lunch

Sept. 15 Newsletter Article Submission Deadline

Sept. 17 10:15 am 10:15 am 11:30

Worship (resume regular 10:15 worship time) KIDS’ Connection resumes Session Meeting

Sept. 18 8:00 pm AA Meeting—Men’s Group

Sept. 19 6:30 pm Zumba

Sept. 20 10:00 am 1:30 pm 5:00 pm 7:00 pm

Pastor’s Bible Study Historical Museum Tour LOGOS Pastor’s Bible Study

Sept. 24 10:15 am 10:15 am

Worship KIDS’ Connection

Sept. 25 8:00 pm AA Meeting—Men’s Group

Sept. 26 6:30 pm Zumba

Sept. 27 10:00 am 1:00 pm 5:00 pm 7:00 pm

Pastor’s Bible Study Knit Wits LOGOS Pastor’s Bible Study

Sept. 28 8:00 am 1:00 pm

Men’s Connection resumes Senior Souper Lunch

Happy Anniversary Don & LeeAnne Hemberg – 38 years on September 15

Bill & Gayle Travis - 47 years on September 19

Tom & Mary Sandercock - 65 years on September 20

09/02 Barb Stetson 09/04 Stephanie Wicker 09/06 Ellsworth Adams 09/07 Helen Gach 09/07 Nathan Sylvia 09/08 Emily Stetson 09/09 Terri Hurbis 09/10 Abby Adair 09/10 Meg Bauhof 09/10 Lois Kurta 09/10 Janelle Moulding 09/10 Evan Willey 09/11 Erik Higley 09/12 Roberta Campion

09/12 Daniel Willey 09/14 Katie Annett 09/14 Vera McBride 09/17 Bruce Murdock 09/19 Diane Joppie 09/20 Patty Van Loo 09/20 Jeff Wilhelmi 09/22 Steve DeCarteret 09/22 Bozenna Johnson 09/23 Michael Huddlestun Sr. 09/27 Brian Long 09/28 Jim Parks 09/30 Ryan Larson

Happy Birthday!

Northbrook Rose Some more smiles for our senior citizen members. You young readers will grow older too. Just be patient.

You do not have a bed time. You can afford to order a good wine at dinner. You can throw away your fake ID. No more car pools. Your arthritis makes you less likely to lose your wedding ring. You might get a seat on a crowded bus. A handicap sticker on your visor gives you free parking. You do not have to walk from check in to the plane, (love this ride). No more dead gold fish to flush. Old men who date "young" women are wealthy. No one tells you to Grow Up.

Blessings from my house to your house, Rose

For the most up-to-date calendar information, visit our website at www.northbrookpc.org

We welcome another school year! In September, the 2 and 3 year olds will be adjusting and the 4 year olds will be learning about insects. All of our pictures will be on the wall so please stop by to check out our beautiful smiles. The most unique thing about our school is that the children are not restricted to one room and have the opportunity to freely move into all of our three rooms: the art room, block room and quiet room.

In this way, we offer the children many options so they may choose activities that promote their intellectual, social and emotional growth while meeting their own unique interests. We have a few openings left, so be sure to tell your friends and neighbors about our wonderful school! Visit us at www.northbrookpreschool.com or call (248)642-0200, ext. 16.

“Live the Love of Jesus Christ” Northbrook Presbyterian Church 22055 West Fourteen Mile Road Beverly Hills, Michigan 48025 Phone (248) 642-0200 Fax (248) 642-7495 www.northbrookpc.org

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Staff Contact Information

The Rev. Marjorie Wilhelmi, Pastor……...………… ext 12 marjorie@northbrookpc.org Angel Gippert, Director of Music…….…………….. ext 18 angel@northbrookpc.org Dan Gross, Contemporary Music Director Sherrill Heinrichs, Congregational Care Coord. ext 15 sherrill@northbrookpc.org Ken Stetson, Youth Director………...……………….... ext 21 ken@northbrookpc.org Becky Bachand, Administrative Secretary………... ext 10 becky@northbrookpc.org Kathy Brooks, Financial Secretary………………....… ext 13 kathy@northbrookpc.org Kerry Callaghan, Preschool Director……..….…...... ext 16 preschool@northbrookpc.org Larry Brown, Church Custodian…………..…………... ext 17 Pierce Broadwell, Church Custodian…………..……. ext 17

Office Hours Mon-Thurs: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Fri: 9:00 a.m.—Noon

Worship Sundays, June 11—September 10: 9:45 a.m.

Beginning September 17, we resume our 10:15 a.m. worship time

Deadline for Northbrook Notes (newsletter) is the 15th of the month

E-mail newsletter articles to: info@northbrookpc.org

The church office will be closed on

Monday, September 4 in observance of

Labor Day.