Reformation SundayKirkin of the Tartans

October 27, 2013 Salem First Presbyterian Church

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What We Are CelebratingIn 1560, the Scottish Parliament ruled in support of the Scots Confession, which laid the ground-

work for the establishment of the Presbyterian Church under the Rev. John Knox. A singular mark of the new denomination was self-government by a Presbytery comprised of congregational (‘lay’) representatives and ordained pastors from each congregation within a geographical region.

Reformation Sunday commemorates the date 496 years ago – October 31, 1517 – that Martin Luther posted 95 Theses (Arguments) on the castle church’s door near Wittenberg University where he taught theology. Some scholars believe that Luther picked this date – the day before All Hallows (eventually known colloquially as “Hallow E’en”) – when many believers would attend services to honor the memory of deceased family members. This show of defi ance was commonplace in many cities, because, in truth, activist clergymen had been preaching that the conventional Church had lost touch with the people and had overextended its power.

Luther’s statements openly challenged certain practices of the church and the Pope. He argued that the ideals of the fi rst century church had been ignored and felt that reform was essential to restore the true faith. Within months, Protestant fervor began sweeping across Europe, stirred by the preaching of Luther, Calvin, Knox, Bucer, and Zwingli. Many reformations in widespread locations often led to bloodshed, yet, in time, these revolutions led to many “Protestantisms”.

This Sunday also commemorates the year when the Presbyterian denomination came into being, and is marked by our Kirkin (Gaelic for “blessing”). Many people of Scottish heritage identify with the tartan which uniquely identifi es a particular region in Scotland where their ancestors lived. After 75 years of suppression, the clan heritage was reinstituted in 1822 when King George IV of England visited there and wore the Stewart Royal tartan. Thereafter, tartan weaving again fl ourished. There are now over 5500 offi cially registered patterns.

The origin of the Kirkin of the Tartans is steeped in tradition, yet it was only 72 years ago – in 1941– that it was introduced in the United States. In Washington, DC, at the New York Avenue Pres-byterian Church, Senior Pastor Dr. Peter Marshall, a native of Scotland, founded the fi rst American Kirkin. Banners and bagpipes stirred the congregation to respond to the plight of the British people enduring widespread hardship in the early years of WWII. Their compassion created an unbreakable bond between Americans and the British.

Since that time, Kirkin services have become increasingly popular in the United States. The largest of these is held yearly in April in the National Cathedral in Washington, DC.

The tartan banners represented here celebrate the Scottish lineage of many of our church members, the ties we each have to our relatives and friends – wherever they may be in the world and across the years – and the ties we have in within our community. The Blessing of the Tartans is symbolic of how to re-dedicate our lives to selfl ess service and caring concern.

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Service of WorshipApproach

Welcome and Introduction to the Kirkin Rev. Dr. Del Burnett

Procession of Pipers and Tartans (please remain seated)

Blessing of Family Ties and Kindred Hearts Rev. Burnett

* Call to Worship Rev. Burnett Pastor: The world belongs to God: People: the earth and all its people. Pastor: How good and how lovely it is People: to live together in unity. Pastor: Love and faith come together, People: justice and peace join hands. Pastor: If the Lord’s disciples keep silent, People: these stones would shout aloud. Pastor: Open our lips, O God, People: and our mouths shall proclaim your praise.

* Hymn A Mighty Fortress Is Our God # 260 (Tune: Ein’ feste Burg — Martin Luther, 1529)

* Prayer of Confession Rob Thrasher We confess our sins to you, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Compassionate

God of life, your kindly pardon give: for our careless talk, our broken oath, our empty speech; for all that we have left undone, for all that we have done amiss. As we receive the word and knowledge of your forgiveness, shield and encircle us each day and each night. Uphold us, be our treasure, be our triumph everlasting; strong Son of God most high.

~ from the Book of Common Order of the Church of Scotland

* Affi rmation of Grace Rob Thrasher

* Passing of the Peace Rob Thrasher The peace of Christ be with you. And also with you.

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* Response Build Your Kingdom Here lyrics on screens

Life @ Salem First Andy Wilson ~ please pass the Fellowship Pads at this time ~

The Word

Scripture Acts 4:5-12 Lay Reader: Kinsey Miller Reader: This is the Word of the Lord People: Thanks be to God.

Anthem My Heart’s in the Highland - Carl Strommen

Chancel Choir

Sermon The Cornerstone Rev. Burnett

Response

* Affi rmation of Faith Sarah Page We confess and acknowledge one God alone, to whom alone we must cleave,

whom alone we must serve, whom alone we must worship, and in whom alone we put our trust, who is eternal, infi nite, immeasurable, incomprehensible, omnipotent, invisible; one in substance and yet distinct in three persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, by whom we confess and believe all things in heaven and earth, visible and invisible, to have been created, to be retained in their being, and to be ruled and guided by His inscrutable provi-dence, to such end as His eternal wisdom, goodness, and justice have appoint-ed, and to the manifestation of His own glory. Amen.

~ from the Scots Confession of 1560 co-authored by the Rev. John Knox

*Hymn Be Thou My Vision lyrics on screens (Tune: Slane — Irish Ballad)

Prayers of the People & The Lord’s Prayer Rev. Burnett Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name. Thy kingdom come,

Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors, and lead us not into temp-tation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.

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Presentation of our Tithes and Offerings Rev. Burnett

Offertory Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing lyrics on screens Winter Street Worship Band

* Response Doxology # 592 (Genevan Psalter, 1551)

* Offertory Prayer Corey Knudson

* Hymn Amazing Grace, How Sweet the Sound # 280 ~ the bagpiper will introduce the hymn ~

* Commission and Blessing Rev. Burnett

Recessional of the Tartans (please be seated) Pipers and Tartans

Participants in today’s service:

The Rev. Dr. Del Burnett Pastor / Head of Staff

Rob Thrasher Director of Mission & Outreach

Andy Wilson Director of Worship Arts & Music

Kinsey Miller SFPC Member

Sarah Page Pastoral Assistant

Corey Knudson Director of Student Ministries

Winter Street Worship Band: Aaron Schmidt (acoustic guitar), Brandon Correa (violin / fi ddle), Susan Johnson (organ / piano), Ryan Chapman (percussion),

Tom Shipley (upright bass), and Andy Wilson, Director of Worship Arts & Music (Worship Leader)

Scott Kohl, Beadle (Guardian) of the Kirk for today’s service, bearing the historic Bible of 1883

The Rev. Hugh Anderson Co-Executive Presbyter of the South Region with the Presbytery of the Cascades, bearing the Clergy Banner

Guest musicians today are members of the Oregon State Defense Force Pipe Band: Pipers James Haskell, Rick Johnston, Robbie Johnston, and Drummer Scott Cooper. Their tartan is the Clan McClellan.

The fl owers in the chancel are given in honor of all family ties that bind us together.

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Sermon NotesOctober 27, 2013

Exploring The Text: Acts 4:5-12…

Insights From The Text…

“Take-Aways” And Applications…

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• First-time worshipers & guests: visit the Hospitality Center for a free gift!

• During the Fellowship Time after worship, enjoy the bagpipe band playing tunes, try a taste of authentic haggis and other Scottish-themed refreshments, and get a closer look at the tartan display.

• Volunteer for the October 27 - November 3 Salem IHN Hosting

• Order pies to support Women’s Retreat Scholarships (Pick up your pies November 24)

• Support the Christmas Shoebox Project and fi nd out how to help (Donation deadline is November 10).

Fellowship Hall & Pioneer Room Opportunities:

This Week at SFPC:Sunday, October 27Sunday, October 27Salem Interfaith Hospitality Network Here All WeekReformation SundayAMAM 10:30 Kirkin of the Tartans Worship 6:00 Salt Discipleship (HS) (Corey, corey@salemfpc.org)

Monday, October 28Monday, October 28AM 6:45 Women’s Bible Study - Sassy Onion (Liaison: Shirley – call offi ce for info.)PM 5:15 Life Recovery Bible Study

(Leader: Scott or Lyn – call offi ce for info.)

Tuesday, October 29Tuesday, October 29AMAM 8:30 Men’s Tuesday Morning Coffee @ IKE Box (Leader: Jerry – call offi ce for info.)PM 2:00 Staff Meeting Staff Meeting

Wednesday, October 30Wednesday, October 30AM 1010::00 Quilts & More Outreach Quilts & More Outreach

(Leader: Ruth – call offi ce for info.)PM 12:00 Women’s Study Group (Leader: Jan – call offi ce for info.) 5:15 Wednesday Night Connect 6:00 Reach Connect (MS & HS) (Corey, corey@salemfpc.org)

Thursday, October 31Thursday, October 31AM 10:30 Write Your LifePM 1:00 Write Your Life (Leader: Becky – call offi ce for info.) 7:00 Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Andy, andy@salemfpc.org)

Friday, Friday, November 1November 1

Saturday, Saturday, November 2November 2AMAM 9:00 Job Quest Workshop (Leader: Michael – call offi ce for info.)Daylight Saving Time Ends -- Change Clocks BACK

Sunday, November 3Sunday, November 3Salem Interfaith Hospitality Network Guests DepartAll Saints’ SundayAM 9:30 Classic Worship / Communion Classic Worship / Communion

10:30 Fellowship between services 11:00 Sunday@Eleven Agape Meal & Worship / CommunionPM 6:00 Salt Discipleship (HS) (Corey, corey@salemfpc.org)

Welcome!Welcome!We’re glad you’ve joined us for worship, and we hope you fi nd God’s peace and presence here. After worship, We’re glad you’ve joined us for worship, and we hope you fi nd God’s peace and presence here. After worship, please visit the Hospitality Center in the front corner of the Fellowship Hallplease visit the Hospitality Center in the front corner of the Fellowship Hall (the room beside the sanctuary) (the room beside the sanctuary) for all the information you want about Salem First – and for all the information you want about Salem First – and a gift for fi rst-time worshipers & guests!a gift for fi rst-time worshipers & guests!

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The Scottish ReformationThe established church of the late-15th century had been moving away from the core teachings

of the early church. John Knox was ordained into the priesthood around 1540 and was well aware of nonconformist preaching in many parts of Europe. One of the most learned preachers was Martin Luther, a prominent professor at Wittenberg University in the province of Saxony. He openly challenged the Catholic church about its campaign across Europe to rebuild St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome by selling indulgences to raise money.

The Reform movement grew rapidly during the decades after Luther’s 95 Theses had fi rst appeared on the church door in 1517. In Scotland, George Wishart and Patrick Hamilton were martyred for their preaching. In Switzerland, John Calvin attracted people from every level of society to his revisionist teachings and reformed worship which included singing of hymns in the familiar vernacular of the congregation, studying of the Bible, and hearing about a loving God instead of a distant deity – in sum, a Protestant Reformation.

Knox was arrested and enslaved for 19 months. Upon his release, he spent time in Geneva with Calvin, then returned to Scotland to become pastor of St. Giles’ Church in Edinburgh. There, his teachings became the foundation of Presbyterianism. Knox, with fi ve other clergymen, wrote a lengthy statement – the Scots Confession of Faith – in 1560. Under the authority of the Scottish Parliament, Knox continued to preach in both Edinburgh and St. Andrew’s until his death in 1572.

Presbyterianism considers Knox its founder. On this Reformation Sunday, each person here is in-vited to ponder where there are continuing needs for reform, to insure that the gospel of grace remains at the heart of faith and practice.

The Scots Confession Banner

Blue Shield: the color of the Church of Scotland.

X-shaped cross: (the St. Andrew’s Cross) honors the apostle whose remains were brought to Scotland around 330 A.D. The Hamilton plaid honors 24-year-old Patrick Hamilton, executed in 1528.

Celtic Cross: symbol of early converts to Christianity in the British Isles, on the island of Iona.

Ship: symbolizing the Reformed church

Bible and Sword: the foundation and razor-sharp edge of John Knox’s powerful revolutionary preaching around Scotland during the late 1500s.

Burning Bush: signifi es Moses’ encounter with God on Mt. Sinai (Exodus 3:1-6), the chief symbol of the Church of Scotland.

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Tartans and DonorsCampbell (Ancient)Wes & Joan (Campbell)

Carter

AndersonRev. & Mrs. Rob Anderson— former Associate Pastor at

Salem First

ArmstrongLois (Graham) Moran

Ayrshire DistrictMark & Pat McKelvie

BrownJohn & Eileen Brown

BruceHal & Roberta (Bruce)

Schmechel

BurnettRev. Dr. & Mrs. Del Burnett— given by church friends

Clergy BlueJan (Graham) Walker — in honor of the ordained pastors

of our denomination

CooperDr. Bob Cooper

Craig (Ancient)Kinsey Miller

FarquharsonMel & Mary Jo Christy

FergusonRobin & Jean Jans

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Gordon DressMel & Mary Jo Christy

Tartans and DonorsMacDonald of

Glencoe Norvada Smedley

Graham of Montrose (Ancient)

Jan (Graham) Walker

Johnstone Bess Donohoe

KerrBruce & Marsha Kerr

LamontScott & Lyn Kohl — in memory of Don Kohl

MacBrideShirley Hawke— in memory of her mother,

Olive MacBride Hawke

MacDougallWayne & Mary Swanson— in memory of her great-grand-

mother, Jeanette MacDougall

MacFarlaneRon & Ann Edwards

MacLachlanMarge McLauchlan

MorrisonJerry & Lola Morrison

Murray of Atholl (Ancient)

Frank (Murray) & Buena (Stewart) Washburn

— in memory of mother, Dorothy Murray Washburn, and father, Ivan Stewart

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Tartans and DonorsNisbetDr. William & Helen Nisbet— in memory of their son

Jason Andrew Nisbet

Shaw of InglisJeanne (Lassey-Shaw) Arana

Rattray (Ancient)Greg & Linda Nelson, and

Helen Rattray Murray (deceased)

Robertson (Donnachaidh)

Jim & Fern Stark (deceased)

RossWayne & Mary (Ross)

Swanson

Scott GreenEvelyn (Scott) Hopkins

and Barbara Hopkins

Scott Hunting (Ancient)

Jeanne (Shaw) Arana

Shaw of Tordarroch (Ancient)

Mrs. Elvira (Shaw) Lassey

State of Oregon Jan Walker — in memory of the Walker family,

early pioneers to Oregon (1840s)

Stewart Royal— in memory of Phyllis Stewart and

Rev. John Stewart, Senior Pastor of SFPC 1963-85

Stewart DressGreg & Linda (Stewart)

Nelson

Stewart Dress Blue Sandra Stewart

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U.S. Coast Guardin memory of Marie Madson

(USCG-ret.)

Tartans and DonorsU.S. Army Michele & SGM Doug

Smith (US Army- ret.)

U.S. NavyMichael & Christine Talbert— in memory of Winfred Eugene

Talbert (SCPO, USN-ret.)

U.S. Air ForceMAJ Wes and Joan Carter

(USAF-ret.)

U.S. MarinesJim (deceased) & Jean Ballinger— in honor of Justin and Blake

Ballinger (USMC)

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Salem First Presbyterian ChurchThe members and staff of Salem First Presbyterian Church extend to everyone a warm welcome

to our church. The message this morning is based upon the conviction of Scripture, the foundation of our commitment to the Salem community, and the practice of warm friendliness to all we meet.

A few blocks from this site, a group of men and women gathered to form Salem First Presbyterian Church in 1869 — 144 years ago. Of those twenty charter members who gathered together, many were of Scottish descent: Forsyth, McCall, McCaslin, McCully, and Campbell.

Our congregation’s outreach extends far beyond its walls. We support Presbyterian missionary part-nership in Ethiopia, and missionary Judy Chan in China. We have dispatched Presbyterian Disaster Assistance teams to areas of need in the U.S. We also volunteer at or otherwise support the Marion-Polk Food Share, Meals-on-Wheels, Habitat for Humanity, the Union Gospel Mission, Salem House of Prayer, Salem-Keizer Schools, Shelly’s House, and Hope Station, and we participate with sister churches in the Interfaith Hospitality Network to provide a family-friendly and fun place to stay for a short time as families seek permanent housing.

In all, we endeavor to reach out into the community and, in so doing, the Gospel message of Jesus Christ will be understood as a message of hope for our culture.

Special ThanksSpecial thanks to the Rev. Dr. Del Burnett. Senior Pastor, who assisted in the design of the service

along with the Planning Team of Jan Walker, Joan Carter, and Scott Kohl.

After the service: Join us for traditional refreshments of Scottish Shortbread and Scones which have been prepared by Sharon Klocksieben, Hospitality Coordinator, and Traditional Scottish Haggis produced by Lamb Etc. of Roseburg, Oregon.

Thanks to the following for their assistance, also ~

Wes Carter: DVD production of the service

Janee Nekuda and Ashley Gruber: Poster design

John Hylton: building the handcrafted fl agstands

Michael Sweet: videography

Rebekah Borah: worship guide layout/editing

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• Please keep in your prayers for healing: Nathan Tonjes (David Hammock’s son), Kat Pollan, Rick Pollan, Elfi e Stevenin, Hal Sch-

mechel, Pat Lincoln, Annell Ferguson, Thelma Nissen, Doris Sanders (Karen Pollan’s sister), Betty Stewart, David Lewis, Jo Erler, Millie Morrow, and Shirley Greenwood.

• Elfi e Stevenin cannot thank the congregation and the Chancel Choir enough for the wonderful way they supported her during her serious illness. She is now home and slowly recovering and looking forward to returning to the church services which she missed so much.

Happy Birthday to...... Bob Knoll, who will turn 94 on November 9!... Ann Roloff, who will turn 93 on November 13!

REACH Connect (Wednesday This Week!)

& Salt DiscipleshipNormally the middle school

and high school groups will combine and meet together for REACH Connect on Thursday nights, 6:30 - 8:30 PM, but this Thursday is Hallowe’en, so we’ll meet at 6 PM on Wednesday, October 30, during Wednesday Night Connect, instead! Come hang with us – we’re doing some Christmas shoe box shopping! Salt Disciple-ship, the high school discipleship group, meets on Sunday nights, 6 - 8 PM! Contact Corey (corey@salemfpc.org) for more info!

WinterJam4 PM - Midnight

Friday, November 15Get this date on your calendar! We’re headed to

Portland for the largest Christian music tour around. Cost ($10) includes pizza and snacks. Bring extra money if you want a t-shirt, CD, poster, etc. Students will be dropped off at their houses after the concert. We will arrive back in Salem around midnight. Per-mission form available online: http://www.salemfpc.org/#/youth/trips-events

Life @ Salem FirstWhat About Kids What About Kids

& Worship?& Worship?We have activities for kids of all

ages in Revolution Kidz! Sign in at the table in the upstairs hallway, and get details.

Need a cry room, or more space for a restless toddler?

The carpeted Fellowship Hall (with closed-circuit TV) may be the place! Ask an usher for assistance.

Weekly Group for Grades 3-5: Thursday, November 7

345 KLUB is a small group for 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students to help them grow in their faith, build relationships, and learn how to integrate their faith and what they’re learning at church into their everyday lives. We love for students to invite friends and come ready to have a blast! We meet every other Thursday afternoon from 3:45-5 PM to discuss the lyrics of great contemporary Christian music. Invite friends and come join us upstairs! Contact Ashley Gruber (ashley@salemfpc.org) for more info.

A Successful Blood Drive!The Blood Drive on October 18 was very successful,

collecting 31 pints (exceeding our goal of 30!)! Mark your calendar: our next Blood Drive is on January 14!

Agape Meal Next SundayThe Sunday@Eleven Agape Meal (on commun-

ion Sundays), when we eat and worship together, is happening next Sunday, November 3! Come at 11 AM ready to eat a simple meal together, family style, as part of the worship time.

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Prayer & Care• The church staff prays for a number of families each

week. Please join us in praying for these church folks and their families this week: Becky Tallman, Teddi & Mike Tate, Don & Jan Taylor, Jack & Stella Taylor, Diane Tibbatts, Nancy Tollenaar, Genevieve Topping, Al & Sandy Underberg, Pat Utter, and Betsy Van Cleve.

• Please pray for this week’s staff member, Facility & Support Coordinator Jan Edlund, and join with her in prayers of thanksgiving for all the ways God has blessed our lives.

• Please pray for the Nominating Committee as they work.

• Have a prayer request or need prayer? A Prayer Team member is available after worship.

Wednesday Night Connect Dinner & Classes

WNC is your mid-week chance to connect with your church family! The dinner line opens at 5:15 (pot roast – $4 or pay what you can), and classes for adults (teens are welcome!) / activities for kids from infants to high school students (this week only – nor-mally infants to 5th graders) run from 6 - 7:30 PM.

Three classes continue this Wednesday, October 30. You are welcome to attend any class any week:

• Exploring the Sermon with George Burt and Rich Noland

• Refl ections: the History of the Christian Church with The Reverend Calvin Steck

• Free to be Who We Are with Del & Donna Burnett

More details about these exciting classes are in the purple pew brochures.

Prime Time: For Folks Age 50+

Prime Timers will be having their next lunch at noon on Friday, November 8. Bring a dish to share as well as your own dishes and fl atware to use. Call Sarah Page for more information (503-363-9234).

Are You On the List to Get the Communiqué?

The new issue of the Communiqué, SFPC’s monthly collection of letters and articles from staff and leadership folks, is available at the offi ce (topic: Faithfulness). Don’t miss the thoughtful and insight-ful treatment of a different topic each month!

• Find it online (www.salemfpc.org).• Email delivery (contact Rebekah, rebekah@

salemfpc.org, to join the list)• USPS delivery (contact the church offi ce, offi ce@

salemfpc.org or 503-363-9234, to join the list)• Pick up a copy at church this week.

Want to write an article for a future issue? Contact the offi ce for details.

The Girl’s Still Got ItA Video Bible Study from the Book of Ruth

Mary Circle, which meets on the fi rst Wednesday each month at 9:30 AM, invites any interested women to come and enjoy the ongoing story of Ruth on DVD by Liz Curtis Biggs. Please meet us at the church on November 6 to join in! Questions? Please call Rob-erta Schmechel (contact info available from offi ce).

Next Guide DeadlineGot info for The Guide? Get it to Rebekah

Borah (rebekah@salemfpc.org) by 9 AM on Tuesday in order to be considered for publication.

Interested in Membership?Contact Pastoral Assistant Sarah Page (503-

363-9234 or sarah@salemfpc.org for details on becoming a member of SFPC!

Job Quest WorkshopIf you are seeking employment – or looking for a

better fi t – we will rejoice to have you with us. Come to the church this Saturday, November 2, at 9 AM for fresh ideas and valuable insights. The group meets at SFPC most Saturdays; check www.salemfpc.org for more info, or contact Michael Lamb. Also looking for capable leaders and coaches.

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Small Things are a Big Deal SFPC's Women's Fellowship is collecting use-

ful items for women residing in Shelly's House in Salem, a transitional home where ex-offenders are safe, secure, and loved. Let's fi ll a box in October & November! From this, gift bags will be given each resident. A number of our church women gather in the House kitchen monthly to share laughs, hugs, a bounteous meal, and great conversation! You too can show your support by "pitching in" until De-cember 1, when we'll throw a Christmas party for the ladies! Financial donations are always welcome [the House is a 501(c)(3) nonprofi t corporation] to help with maintenance, furniture, upgrades, and other needs.

Gift Bag Wish List: • shampoo• conditioner• body wash• bar soap• washcloths• pens & pencils• journals

• socks• hats & scarves• gloves• combs/brushes• hair accessories• lip balm• insulated mugs

Highlights from SessionHere is a list of highlights from the October 22nd

Session meeting: • Session determined, due in part to Karen’s de-

parture and her major role in this service, that the Thanksgiving Eve worship service will not be held this year. Session plans to continue to review the feasibility of this service.

• Stated Supply update: The interview team met after Session to schedule a meeting to review Stated Sup-ply candidates.

• The Deacons have formed a sub group to begin work on the Christmas baskets.

• The Nominating Committee reported an outstand-ing response to their requests for elders/deacons.

• Del, who has been working towards becoming a Spiritual Director, reported he is now available for spiritual direction as a part of his intern program.

• The Staff/Session Retreat, scheduled for November 15-17, will focus on the Vision Statement, Mission Statement, and Core Values for our church.

• Met with members of the Curb Appeal Design Team and requested they focus their efforts on a design for our parking lot traffi c fl ow.

• Session reviewed and approved a proposal from Hospitality Ministry to expand and update the Wor-ship Center.

The Chancel Choir Needs You – Sing With Us!Want to make friends, strengthen

your lungs, and wear comfy clothes on Sunday mornings (under your robe)? Sing with the Chancel Choir –

anyone 7th grade and up is welcome! Rehearsals are Thursdays at 7 PM with Sunday warm-up before worship. Please come join us!

Tuesday Morning CoffeeGuys, come join our tables for an hour or so at

the IKE Box (299 Cottage St NE) at 8:30 AM on Tuesdays to talk over coffee. More info? Contact Jerry Morrison (or the offi ce for his contact info).

Contemplative ListeningOn Thursday, November 7, 9:30 – 11 AM, in the

Stephen Ministry room (in the basement), we will meet to experience a deep time with God. Through scriptures, poems, art, and silence, participants open themselves to the Presence of the Divine. As desired, we share about this journey with each other. Come join us for this community experience that incorporates silence. No need to sign up, just come, but if you have questions, call Jan Taylor (or the offi ce for her info).

Write Your Life Everyone Has a Story to Tell

Write Your Life; capture your passion; share your memories; refl ect on your unique experiences; create a priceless treasure for your family. The Write Your Life class is expecting you. No experience or train-ing necessary. Both groups (Thursdays, 10:30 AM to Noon, and 1 - 2:30 PM) are open to new members. Call Becky Tallman (or the offi ce) for info.

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Is Stephen Ministry Confi dential?Confi dentiality is the foundation of Stephen Min-

istry. Care receivers do not need to worry that others will fi nd out what they discuss with their Stephen Minister. When you report a need, you are the fi rst important link in the process of confi dentiality. You can help maintain confi dentiality by:• Never talking about a need unless you have permis-

sion from the person to mention it. • Never asking a Stephen Minister about the caring

relationship he or she is part of.• Telling others about Stephen Ministry and then ask-

ing permission to report their needs. Permission is absolutely necessary.

Confi dentiality makes care possible. You can be a part of it. Call Stephen Leader Referral Coordinator Marsha Kerr (info at offi ce) for more information.

Order Pies, Support Women’s Retreat Scholarships

Thanksgiving pie orders are being taken after and between services. Pies come frozen and ready to bake with no thawing required. Pick up and delivery will be made the Sunday before Thanksgiving. These pies are absolutely delicious with a variety of fl avors, and they even come in mini sizes that are just big enough for two! Order enough for your Thanksgiv-ing and Christmas dinners or just for whenever. Pro-ceeds from the sale will help cover scholarships for the 2014 Women’s Retreat.

Join the Transformation: Life Recovery Bible Study

5:15 PM 2nd & 4th Mondays Join us for the Life Recovery Bible Study in Room

212 (end of the upstairs hall) tomorrow, October 28, at 5:15 PM. With the Life Recovery Bible Study, we are making a space for transformation in our lives. In the Life Recovery Bible, we meet numerous indi-viduals whose hurting lives are restored through the wisdom and power of God. For more information, call or email Scott & Lyn Kohl. (Check with the church offi ce for the Kohls’ contact info.)

SFPC Attendance Last Week

Dinner 43

Adults attending Class 37Kidz Connect 9 & Kidz Leaders 3

10/16/13 Total 49

9:30 AM Classic 1319:30 AM Revolution Kidz 7 & Kidz Leaders 39:30 AM Total 141

11 AM Sunday@Eleven 6111 AM Revolution Kidz 8 & Kidz Leaders 511 AM Total 74

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Guests Here at SFPCToday Through November 3

Please visit the Salem IHN table today to sign up and get information about the October 27 - November 3 hosting of the Interfaith Hospitality Network fami-lies, or contact Evelyn Hopkins (contact info avail-able at offi ce). We need people who can be present, perhaps spending time connecting with our guests, as well as those who can use their skills and gifts in preparing for their visit (including donating supplies) and serving while they are here. Get involved at whatever level you are able – this week it’s our turn to show God’s love to these families!

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Christmas ShoeboxesThe Youth Group has a Christmas project this

year and is seeking the Congregation’s participa-tion. We are making up Christmas Shoeboxes, a project that was begun by Samaritan’s Purse in 1993, a Christian organization that helps people in need all over the world, all year long. For the past twenty years, this particular project has sent Christmas Shoeboxes into over 130 countries, reaching over one hundred million needy children since its beginning.

It simply involves taking an ordinary shoebox, fi lling it with a few small, simple gifts, wrapping it and sending to Samaritan’s Purse which ships the boxes all over the world, according to need.

We are asking the Congregation to help us in three ways: bringing shoeboxes they no longer need, small monetary donations (Samaritan’s Purse asks us to contribute $7 per box for shipping expenses), and possibly purchase some small gifts. The sug-gested gifts they list are, for instance, school supplies like pencils, paper, crayons; small toys like stuffed animals, dolls, small trucks or cars, ball, harmonicas, etc; hygiene supplies like toothbrushes, toothpaste, a bar of soap, a wash cloth, etc.

Contributions may be brought to church on Sundays or the Church Offi ce during the week. The deadline for contributions is Sunday, November 10; the boxes will be assembled and shipped out by the youth on Thursday, November 14. Thank you in advance for anything you may be able to do to help!

Hey Ladies, Are You Crafty?Hey Ladies, Are You Crafty?Join us on Friday, November 8, in the Fellow-Join us on Friday, November 8, in the Fellow-

ship Hall from 7 PM until you’re ready to go home ship Hall from 7 PM until you’re ready to go home or midnight, whichever comes fi rst! We’ll gather or midnight, whichever comes fi rst! We’ll gather and have 5 hours of uninterrupted time to work on and have 5 hours of uninterrupted time to work on whatever. Please bring your own project and needed whatever. Please bring your own project and needed supplies, including sewing machine, etc., and maybe supplies, including sewing machine, etc., and maybe a snack to share. We’ll supply tables, comfy chairs, a snack to share. We’ll supply tables, comfy chairs, and plenty of workspace, as well as coffee and tea. and plenty of workspace, as well as coffee and tea. Come for a night of great memories and fun. Contact Come for a night of great memories and fun. Contact Carolyne ThrasherCarolyne Thrasher (contact info available from the (contact info available from the church offi ce) for more info.church offi ce) for more info.

Christmas BasketsWe are gearing up for the Christmas Basket

Deliveries and could use your help! As you are gro-cery shopping this season, please pick up a few extra nutritious, shelf-stable items to bring to the SFPC Deacons’ Cupboard. Suggestions might include canned fruits & veggies, peanut butter, soups, and other items on Marion-Polk Food Share’s 10 Most Wanted Foods list. We will be partnering with Fam-ily Building Blocks this year, and will take referrals for food baskets starting in November (forms will be available). Delivery of baskets will be December 21.

Feeling Disconnected?Feeling Disconnected?Have you been away for a Sunday or two and Have you been away for a Sunday or two and

missed what’s going on at SFPC? You can still get missed what’s going on at SFPC? You can still get the Guide! Find it online (www.salemfpc.org), OR the Guide! Find it online (www.salemfpc.org), OR sign up for email delivery every week, OR ask the of-sign up for email delivery every week, OR ask the of-fi ce to send it to you by USPS, and never again miss fi ce to send it to you by USPS, and never again miss what’s happening!what’s happening!

Timely Tip for Needles & HooksTimely Tip for Needles & HooksWinter weather will be arriving soon, and Winter weather will be arriving soon, and

someone in our community will be in need of a nice, someone in our community will be in need of a nice, cozy, hand-made HAT. Patterns, yarn, and needles cozy, hand-made HAT. Patterns, yarn, and needles (in case you misplaced yours) are available from (in case you misplaced yours) are available from Quilts & More Outreach here at SFPC. We were able Quilts & More Outreach here at SFPC. We were able to provide over 4 dozen hats in last year’s collection to provide over 4 dozen hats in last year’s collection efforts. Contact us at church to let us know of needs efforts. Contact us at church to let us know of needs or to get more info: or to get more info: Verla WoodsVerla Woods and and Ruth Young Ruth Young ((contact info available from the church offi ce). contact info available from the church offi ce).

Women’s Noon Study GroupThe Women’s Wednesday Noon Study Group has

begun the book, Why Did Jesus, Moses, the Buddha, and Mohammed Cross the Road?, Christian Identity in a Multi-Faith World, by Brian McLaren. Come join us for a lively discussion as we work our way through the book. We meet in the Stephen’s Min-istry offi ce (basement) at the church for an hour on Wednesdays at Noon. Bring your lunch or just enjoy a cup of coffee or tea with us. We love newcomers. No need to call – just come – but if you have ques-tions, call Jan Taylor (info available from offi ce).

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If after Kirk, ye bide a wee; there’s some wuud like to speak to ye;

If after Kirk ye rise and fl ee, we’ll all seem cold and stiff to ye.

The one that’s in the seat with ye is stranger here than ye — maybe.

All we have got are fears and cares — Add ye your soul unto our prayers;

Be ye our angel unawares, and speak ye to your neighbour near.

--Scottish Blessing

Large print bulletins, hymnals andHearing Assistance are available ~

Just ask an usher!

Our VisionCelebrating and embodying

God’s transforming love,we will fearlessly live out the Great Commandmentand the Great Commission

while we serve the least of theseas a Christ-centered community of faith.

A Presbyterian Church USA Congregation

Salem First Presbyterian Church770 Chemeketa St. NE, Salem, OR 97301Offi ce: 503-363-9234 Fax: 503-391-7992

Sarah Page, Pastoral Assistantext. 305; sarah@salemfpc.org

Corey Knudson, Director of Student Ministriesext. 307; corey@salemfpc.org

Ashley Gruber, Children’s Ministry Coordinatorext. 306; ashley@salemfpc.org

Rebekah Borah, Communications Coordinatorext. 309; rebekah@salemfpc.org

Our Staff

Del Burnett, Pastorext. 303; del@salemfpc.org

Andy Wilson, Director of Worshipext. 312; andy@salemfpc.org

Susan Johnson, Organist

Audrey Harman, Director of Administrationext. 302; audrey@salemfpc.org

Maureen Zemanek, Administrative Assistant & Wedding Consultantext. 301; maureen@salemfpc.org

Rob Thrasher, Director of Mission & Outreachext. 313; rob@salemfpc.org

Sharon Klocksieben, Hospitality Coordinatorsharon@salemfpc.org

Jan Edlund, Facility and Support Coordinatorext. 310; jan@salemfpc.org

Melissa Munk, Accountantext. 311; melissa@salemfpc.org

Regular Sunday Services:9:30 AM Classic Worship Service11:00 AM Sunday@Eleven Service

Offi ce Hours9 AM - 5 PM, Monday - Friday

Web: www.salemfpc.org