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SANTA FE EXPRESSIONS JUNE 2017

Beyond the Pulpit 6

Birthdays 4

Calendar 4

Deacons 4

Endowment 3

Graduation 5

Greeters 2

Hospitality 2

Liturgists 2

Missions 8

Gospel Night 3

Note from Tim 7

Parish Nurse 1

SaFe Day 5

Sugar Day 2

Treasurer’s Corner 2

VBS 3

Wednesday Night Dinner 3

Youth 5

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Congratulation graduates!!!

7 of them


7 of them


7 of them

Our coffee and donut money goes to Southwestern Oklahoma Presbyterian (SWOPP) Parish Nurse Program which has been in existence

since the summer of 2005. as an extension of the Parish Nurse Program at First Presbyterian Church, Duncan OK.

Parish Nursing is a program which focuses on health promotion and disease prevention. PC(USA) has been a leader in brining the pro-

gram to its congregations. The 20th General Assembly created the “Life Abundant” policy which called upon churches to encourage and

promote health and wholeness. The National Health Ministries of PC(USA) provided excellent documents for establishing programs, and

while the office has since closed, parish nurses continue to function in many congregations.

In Oklahoma, the organization is called Faith Community Nurses of Oklahoma. The American Nurses’ Association has published “Faith

Community Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice” which states “Faith community nursing is the specialized practice of professional

nursing that focuses on the intentional care of the spirit as part of the process of promoting wholistic health and preventing or minimiz-

ing illness in a faith community.”

The nurse is a licensed professional nurse. The implication is that the nurse functions independently and therefore can only be licensed

by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing as a registered professional nurse. In addition, the PC(USA) requires that the nurse has both a pro-

fessional nursing license as well as malpractice/liability insurance.

This practice reclaims the Biblical understanding of the dynamic integration of body, spirit, mind, emotions, and social situations. The

call is to walk with people through the transitions of life, help people grow spiritually and find a language of hope in the midst of these

transitions. As a result, the parameters are very clear for both the nurse as well as the congregation.

How does the nurse accomplish the task of walking with the congregation through these transitions? This is accomplished through health

education, personal health counseling, advocacy, referral to a variety of resources, facilitation of pastoral care and comfort, and facilitator

of support groups. The PC(USA) church does not permit invasive procedures. The nurse does not supplant home health care services but

can educate the family about the needs of their loved one.

So what does the parish nurse do for her practice in the SWOPP? Each week the parish

nurse provides a “parish nurse corner” which is published in the worship bulletin. It is a

succinct paragraph discussing a health subject that may be in the news. Since February is

Heart Month, the subject matter is focused there. In April the subject could be preparation

for difficult weather. In May 2017, the nurse is writing about Stroke and Hypertension. In

September it will be about getting flu and pneumonia shots. In October it will be about

breast cancer.

Each month the nurse visits the Nutrition Site in Grandfield. There she does blood pressure

screening and monitors medication administration. Churches in Temple and Walters are

visited. Information for that month is posted and she is available for individual consultations

as requested. On the 5th Sunday, the nurse worships with the congregants, shares in their

communion followed by a potluck lunch, and provides some educational activity appropriate

for that time. They have fun while they learn.

So how are our funds used by the SWOPP? The nurse does not receive any pay for the service

she provides. The Parish reimburses her for mileage, tolls, and malpractice insurance

premiums. She is not paid for continuing education, only mileage. Our coffee money is

serving the Parish well and is very much appreciated!

If you have any questions for our Parish Nurse, please contact the church office.

Why Do We Pay for Coffee and Doughnuts on Sunday?

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Hospitality Volunteers

Treasurer’s Corner

Santa Fe Presbyterian Church

www.santafechurch.org

Pastor

Rev. Mitch Miller

[email protected]

Director of Music Ministry

Tim Goff

[email protected]

Director of Youth Ministry

Bill Jones

[email protected]

SaFe Day Director

Nancy Johnson

[email protected]

844-1033

Administrative Assistant

Eleen Svanas

[email protected]

Officers

Elders Deacons Don Dage

Cathy Hansen

David Lauten-

schlager

Jim Rule

Charlotte Langley

Mike Reed

Don Sterne

Ann Stewart

John Laisle

Bev Mackey

Greg Svanas

Rick Underwood

Greg Spahr, Clerk of Session

Kathy Brock

Brian Champlin

Melody McKitrick

Tracie McCall

David Van Nostrand

Chris Wright

Susan Addison

Diane Hughes

Pam Shoulders

Staff

April’s revenue was down by almost $4,000 and expenses for the month were up by $2,000. YTD we are down by over $8,000.

The Endowment account was up for the year by over $10,000.

Note: If you have questions please contact Martin McNeese at 348-3495 or email him at mmcneese@ cox.net

11:00 a.m. Service

June 4 Tracie McCall

June 11 Mike Reed

June 18 Kathy Ackerman

June 25 Craig Cole

8:30 a.m. Service

June 4 Malcom Champlin

June 11 Linda Champlin

June 18 Greg Spahr

June 25 Ann Stewart

Liturgists

Greeters

Unrestricted Funds

April 2017 Year to Date Monthly average

Operating revenue $ 34,970.60 $ 153,772.28 $ 38,443.07

Operating expenses $ 42,747.16 $ 162,286.41 $ 40,571.60 Operating net in-come or (loss) $ (7,776.56) $ (8,439.48) $ (2,109.87)

Memo entries: Gain or (Loss) on Endowments:

Current Value 12/31/2015 Value Gain/Loss YTD

Primary $ 274,204.72 $ 263,770.75 $ 10,433.97 Birthday Legacy $ 2,255.58 $ 2,255.57 $ 0.01

Total Endowments $ 276,460.30 $ 266,026.32 $ 10,433.98

Brokerage Account $

Total Revenue $ 34,970.60 $ 153,846.93 $ 38,461.73

SaFe reimburse other $ — $ — $ —

SaFe reimburse tax

$ $ $

IRS reimburse (ACA) $ — $ — $__ —

June 4 Thomas Spahr and Greg Spahr

June 11 Brian Champlin and Kathy Rule

June 18 Bev Mackey and Gaines Ballew

June 25 Shirley Huffman and Greg & Eleen Svanas

Sugar Day

June 4 Pam & Warren Shoulders

June 11 Shirley Spearman and

Carol White

June 18 Martin & Martha McNeese

June 25 Barbara Norman and

Margie Shropshire


Wednesday Night Dinner

Another year of Wednesday Night Dinners ended with a “picnic” hosted by Martha and Pam, followed by a wonderful

program from our talented Kid’s Club kids and Tim Goff. I would like to thank Linda Champlin, Brian Champlin,

Christian Wright, Paul Iott, Leigh Miller, Bill Jones, Sandy Albrecht, Stephanie McGee, Martha McNeese and Pam

Roney for cooking and coordinating meals. Special thanks also goes to Greg Spahr and Malcom Champlin for always

being on hand to help, to Jenn Champlin for baking and decorating a birthday cake every month, to Eleen Svanas,

Anna Sterne, Cati and Shawn McGee, and Ann Stewart for baking desserts as needed, Thomas Spahr for helping set

tables, and to the Boy Scouts for setting up the room every Tuesday evening, and the youth and parents who helped

reset the sanctuary after dinner. Extra special thanks to our taste tester Mitch Miller. This is our Wednesday Night

Dinner “Village,” it has been a pleasure and honor to work with each of you this year, see you September 13, 2017 as

we begin another year of fellowship and fun.

Robyn Spahr

Vacation Bible School

KEEP CALM AND CAMP ON

Join us for an adventure filled week of camping, as we learn how to serve others and Jesus!

VBS 2017 at Santa Fe Presbyterian Church

June 12-16 5:30 p.m.—8:00 p.m.

There is a $5.00 registration fee per child, dinner will be served each night. VBS is for chil-

dren entering kindergarten through those who have completed 5th grade. Register in the church office beginning May 22.

Volunteers and Supplies Needed!

Why be a part of VBS? Children will have fun, learn about God, and discover how He has lovingly crafted each one of us. For adults, this will

be a great way to get involved in the church and serve the community with their family of faith.

VBS Set-Up Sunday, June 11, after the 11:00 worship service is an opportunity to “pitch” in!

(Volunteers will be offered childcare if their child is not old enough to attend)

Supplies Needed:

Toilet paper tubes old sheets tents fire pit (2-3) bags of big marshmallows

Hershey chocolate bars graham crackers gummy worms Oreos pretzels

M&Ms Raisins/Craisins Camping signs or the ability to make (via Cricket or silhouette or hand made)

For additional information please contact Emily Wright at [email protected] or 405-802-6070 or call the church office 341-3300.

Music on Santa Fe—Gospel Night

Endowment

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THANK YOU to everyone who participated in Gospel Night. You made it a special evening for all those

who attended!


June Calendar

Monday, June 12th

Membership Meeting 10:00am

Caregivers’ Group 7:00 pm

Tuesday, June 13th

Urban Mission 8:00 am

SaFe Day Summer Session 9:00 am

Boy Scout Troop 94 7:00 pm

Wednesday, June 14th

Staff Meeting 10:30 am

Pilgrimage Renewal Group 12:00pm

Intercessory Prayer 5:30 pm

Youth Hang out TBA

Chancel Choir 6:45pm

Mustard Seed 8:00 pm

Thursday, June 15th

SaFe Day Summer Session 9:00am

Session Meeting 7:00 pm

Sunday, June 18th

Early Worship 8:30 am

Sunday School (all ages) 9:40 am

11 o’clock Worship 11:00 am

Youth Group Mission Trip

Tuesday, June 20th


Mission Meeting 7:00 pm


Wednesday, June 21st

Staff Meeting 10:30am



Youth Hang out TBA



Thursday, June 22nd


Sunday, June 25th




Tuesday, June 28th




Wednesday, June 29th




Youth Hang out TBA



Thursday, June 30th


Thursday, June 1st

Evangelism Committee 6:30 pm

Worship Committee 7:00 pm

C E Committee 7:00 pm

Friday, June 2nd

Pentecost Day of Prayer 6:00 am—

8:00 pm

Mom’s Club 10:00 am

Sunday, June 4th

Communion Sunday




High School Hang Out 12:00 pm

Tuesday, June 6th



Boy Scout Troop 94 7:00pm

Deacon Meeting 7:00 pm

Wednesday, June 7th

Martha Circle 10:00 am




Youth Hang out TBA



Thursday, June 8th

SaFe Day Summer Session 9:00am

Saturday, June 10th

OPP 10:00 am-2:30 pm

Sunday, June 11th




VBS Set-up 12:00 pm

VBS WEEK 12th-16th

Deacons

Diane Hughes is the Deacon leader for June. Hospital visitation is available for both

members of our congregation and friends of Santa Fe. Please contact Diane with any requests; or the

office. 405-341-3300

Birthdays

June 3 Alexander McKitrick

June 10 Helen Peterson

June 14 Tracie McCall

Warren Shoulders

June 15 Bill Anderson

June 17 Cindy Thomas

June 19 Jerry Wall III

June 22 Billie Whiteley

June 24 Pam Shoulders

June 26 Shayla McMahan

June 28 Valli Rallis

June 29 Stephanie Dodge


Congratulations, Jakob McMahan and Tanner Champlin! We are so proud of your accomplish-

ments and look forward to hearing about the great things that you will do. There is an excite-

ment and a question hanging in the air for your future: What are you going to do with your

time, talent and energies? That may seem a bit daunting, but you both have something going

for you.

In Philippians, Paul is writing to a group of people who he loves, whose future is before them

and they have obstacles to overcome. He writes in 1:3 “I thank my God every time I re-

member you. 4 In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy 5 because

of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now, 6 being confident

of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to comple-

tion until the day of Christ Jesus.”

Paul is announcing something special here! God had started something that is brought to com-

pletion and God calls it good! Can you think of anywhere else that God starts something and

completes it and calls it good? That’s right - creation. It’s as if Paul is telling the people who he

loves, whose futures are uncertain, that their story has its roots in creation. Up until this point,

nothing but God himself is good and nothing outside of God is good. Paul announces the good

news that God is doing something that points to the restoration of things. The work God has

started inside of you is good and God is using you to carry around this goodness in this world

that God loves.

Jakob is headed to Rose State College and Tanner is serving our country as a marine. Yes, you

made your plans and set a direction but there is comfort in knowing you have had a direction all

along! When you say yes to Christ, the same power that said, “let there be light”, the same

breath that unleashed life into the first humans is now released in you and its GOOD!

God is doing something in each one of us and it is good! We wait in great anticipation to see

the good things that the two of you will accomplish because God is doing something good in you!

Grace and Peace

Bill Jones Congratulation graduates!!!

Tanner Champlin Jakob McMahan

SaFe Day Graduation

Youth Page

Beyond the Pulpit

Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ, greetings to you all in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. Sandwiched between Memorial Day and the 4th of July, the two civil holidays when we celebrate our freedom as a nation and honor those who have provided it for us, is June. Of course, as a child, June meant freedom to me. With June came freedom from school, lots of outdoor time, picnics, swimming, summer camp, vacation, and no shoes (except for church on Sunday). In my mind, it would be a long time until the oppression of school began again. Those were great times, and they still are. Of course as we grow up, freedom takes on different meanings.

Galatians 5:1 reads, “For freedom Christ has set us free. Stand firm, therefore, and do not submit again to

a yoke of slavery.” Many preachers over the years have turned to this passage in an effort to inspire the congregation to remember the virtues of liberty and freedom that come with our salvation in Christ as well as with our American heritage. We must work as hard at preserving the freedoms of our nation as we do in celebrating our freedom found in the Christian life. There is nothing wrong with these ideals, indeed I would pretty much agree with their ideals. Living the Christian life is difficult and involves a great deal of hard work in praying, studying, worshipping and resisting temptation. Like-wise the freedoms we enjoy as citizens of this nation have been won and pre-served at a precious price. However it is interesting that later in Galatians 5, Paul writes, “For you were called to freedom, brothers

and sisters;* only do not use your freedom as an opportunity for self-indulgence, but through love become

slaves to one another. For the whole law is summed up in a single commandment, ‘You shall love your

neighbor as yourself.’ (Galatians 5: 13-14)

What an ironic thing to tell us, “do not submit to slavery”… and then in the same chapter he goes on to encourage the faithful to become slaves to each other. Of course we need to put it all into context. Paul is of course speaking about the Jewish laws that pre-scribed that certain actions were necessary to attain salvation. For the Christian, faith in Jesus supersedes the Law. But that freedom is not a license to do whatever you want. On the contrary, as people freed from sin and death by the death and resurrection of Jesus, we now have an obligation to love one-another as we have been loved by Jesus. Out of that love we are called to serve one-another. To give our lives as Jesus did in service to God and the community. Ironically, that brings us back to the nation. For what really makes us strong is the willingness to share and to serve. On average, Americans give more donations and volunteer time than any other nation. We are protected by a volunteer armed force, and the bulk of our fire-fighting is done by volunteers. When there is a disaster, it is the volunteers that do most of the clean-up and rebuilding. What drives us? There are many reasons, only you can decide what inspires you to service. As we enter into the freedom and excitement of summertime, remember the call to serve others. Remem-ber that it is Christ Jesus that calls us to love and serve every day. Take some time to do something for someone else, be a good example to your kids and your neighbors. Serve with gladness and strive to love each other as we love our nation. Besides, serving each other is not really an option, as one of my es-teemed colleagues said, It’s “Biblical, it may not be about what you want.” May the peace and blessings of God, the joy of Jesus Christ, and the guidance of the Holy Spirit be with you all, Mitchell Lee Miller.



A Note From Tim

“O come, let us sing to the Lord; let us make a joyful noise to the Rock of our salvation! Let us come into His presence with thanksgiving; let us make a joyful noise to Him with songs of praise! For the Lord is a great God, and a great king above all gods.

O come, let us worship and bow down, let us kneel before the Lord, our Maker! For He is our God, and we are the people of His pasture, and the sheep of His hand.” – Psalm 95:1-3, 6-7

I am so grateful for our music ministry here at Santa Fe and for those who share their time and talents on a regular basis,

such as the Chancel Choir, Mustard Seed Worship Team, Youth Bells, Youth Music Group, Santa Fe Winds and all of our gifted soloists.

Our Kids’ Club Music Group has also sung joyfully through the year and has just presented a great Spring musical, ALL ABOUT THE

CALL. I really appreciate all the work that goes into our Kids’ Club program, and I want to thank our wonderful Kids’ Club staff - Mitch Miller, Jennifer McMahan, Emily Wright, Jessica McMahan, Jakob McMahan, Kitty Velasco, Jarrett McMahan and Josh McMahan.

In case you missed ALL ABOUT THE CALL, I would like to honor our outstanding cast members:

Coach Walker: Ben Albrecht

Sara: Keely Oliver

Jeremy: Blake Dunagen

Rudy: Owen McCall

Esther: Alex Hart

Harper: Lola Cox

Emma: Presleigh Palmer

Layla: Paige Palmer

Olivia: Peyton Wright

Jackson: Luke McGee

Aubrey: Lillian Newman

Campers: Calvin Cox

Wyatt Wright

Finn McCall

They were ALL wonderful. It was a fun, spiritual and uplifting night!

I pray that we have a great summer at Santa Fe, as we continue with inspirational worship and Bible teaching. We will have our

Vacation Bible School in June. Let’s celebrate!

In God’s Love, Tim G.

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June Mission

The Mission Committee appreciates your help in collecting

peanut butter for Urban Mission. Since school is out, Urban Mission

needs many more jars of peanut butter for their clients.

Vacation Bible School will also be collecting peanut butter.

Details will follow.

Please bring your gifts and place near the Mission table.

Thank you for participating in this Mission Project!

Mission

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